This is really strange. My one week old HRX217HZA really gave me a hard time starting when it was slightly warmed up, but only with the electric start... It just cranked the engine but no start. Using the recoil starter, started right up on less than one pull! I tried several times and even eventually ran the battery down. But it started right up every time with one pull on the rope. This is one of the K4 models with the alternator and smaller 1.2 Ah 12v battery.
I waited about 20 minutes and did some mowing with the tractor, and when I went back, it started right up with the electric starter again. Anyone have any ideas about whats up, or is it time to bring it back to the dealer?
I should add that it was rather cool with the outside temp barely above 50 degrees F. I'm wondering if auto-choke system might be involved?
Regards,
Ron
I waited about 20 minutes and did some mowing with the tractor, and when I went back, it started right up with the electric starter again. Anyone have any ideas about whats up, or is it time to bring it back to the dealer?
I should add that it was rather cool with the outside temp barely above 50 degrees F. I'm wondering if auto-choke system might be involved?
Regards,
Ron
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