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SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Trouble
Possible Cause(s)
Engine fails to start 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Engine runs erratic 1.
2.
3.
Loss of power
1.
2.
Excessive
1.
vibration
Unit fails
1.
to propel itself
2.
Unit fails
1.
to discharge snow
2.
3.
4.
5.
Electric chute fails
1.
to turn
2.
Electric chute
1.
turns in opposite
direction of the
switch
Heated grips are
1.
not creating heat
2.
3.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your local Cub Cadet dealer.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.
Choke not in the ON position
Faulty spark plug.
Safety key not in ignition
switch on engine.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Primer button not being used
properly.
Fuel shut-off valve closed.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Water or dirt in the fuel
system.
Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
Loose parts or damaged
auger.
Traction control cable in need
of adjustment.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Discharge chute clogged.
Foreign object lodged in
auger.
Auger control cable in need of
adjustment.
Auger belt loose or damaged.
Shear bolt sheared.
Loose electrical connections.
Blown Fuse.
Switch connector installed
backwards
Loose electrical connections.
Blown fuse.
Faulty heated handles grip.
Corrective Action
1.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel becomes stale
after thirty days.
2.
Clean the fuel line.
3.
Move switch to the ON position
4.
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
5.
Insert the key fully into the switch.
6.
Connect spark plug wire.
7.
Refer to the engine manual.
8.
Open fuel shut-off valve.
1.
Move the choke lever to OFF position.
2.
Clean the fuel line; fill the tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3.
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor. Refill with fresh fuel.
1.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2.
Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be certain vent hole
is clear.
1.
Stop the engine immediately and disconnect the spark
plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. If vibration continues,
have the unit serviced by an authorized service dealer.
1.
Adjust traction control cable. Refer to Making Adjustments
Section.
2.
Replace drive belt. Refer to the Service Section.
1.
Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean
discharge chute and inside of auger housing.
2.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove object from auger.
3.
Adjust auger control cable. Refer to the Making
Adjustments Section.
4.
Refer to Service Section.
5.
Replace shear bolt.
1.
Make sure all connections are tight and fully installed.
2.
Replace with new 5 amps fuse. (Fuse is located under
handle panel near switch connector.)
1.
Unplug the switch connector under the handle panel. Turn
connector 180° and reconnect.
1.
Under the handle panel, check connections from the
handles to the wiring harness.
2.
Replace with new 5 amps fuse under the handle panel
near crank switch connector.
3.
Have the grips checked at an authorized service dealer.
NOTE: If one heated handles grip fails, both grips will not
function.
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