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Troubleshooting the Tractor
PROBlEM
Engine will not
turnover or start.
Engine starts hard or
runs poorly.
Engine knocks.
Excessive oil
consumption.
Engine exhaust is
black.
Engine runs, but tractor
will not drive.
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Brake pedal is not
depressed.
PTO is engaged.
Out of fuel.
Engine flooded.
Fuse is blown.
Battery terminals require
cleaning.
Battery discharged or
dead.
Wiring loose or broken.
Solenoid or starter motor
faulty.
Safety interlock switch
faulty.
Water in fuel.
Gas is old or stale.
Fuel mixture too rich.
Engine has other
problem.
Low oil level.
Using wrong grade oil.
Engine running too hot.
Using wrong grade oil.
Too much oil in
crankcase.
Dirty air filter.
Choke closed.
Ground speed control
pedals not depressed.
Transmission release
lever in PUSH position.
Parking brake is engaged. Disengage the parking brake.
Traction drive belt is
broken or slipping.
Fully depress the brake pedal.
Disengage the PTO.
If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
Disengage the choke.
See authorized dealer.
See Clean the Battery and Cables section.
Recharge or replace battery.
Visually check wiring. If wires are frayed or broken, see
authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
Clean air filter.
See authorized dealer.
Check or add oil as required.
See engine manual.
See authorized dealer.
See engine manual.
Drain excess oil.
See engine manual.
Open choke.
Depress pedals.
Move transmission release lever to DRIVE position.
See authorized dealer.
Troubleshooting
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