Cub Cadet 1027 Operator's Manual page 21

Trouble
Engine cranks but will 1.
not start
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Engine smokes 1.
2.
3.
For repairs beyond those listed in the Trouble-Shooting chart above, please contact an authorized
service dealer or call Cub Cadet Customer Service at 1- (800)-528-1009.
Possible Cause
Throttle/choke not in starting position.
No fuel to the carburetor
Fuel line or in-line fuel filter plugged
No spark to spark plug
Faulty spark plug
Dirty air cleaner
Engine oil has been overfilled
Dipstick not seated or broken
Engine loses crankcase vacuum
1. Check owner's guide for correct position
for throttle control/choke for starting.
2. Gasoline tank empty. Fill with gasoline.
3. Remove and clean fuel line. Replace filter if
necessary.
4. Spark plug lead disconnected. Connect
lead. Hold spark plug lead away from
engine block about 1/8". Crank engine.
There should be a spark. If not, have
engine repaired at authorized engine
service dealer.
5. To test, remove spark plug. Attach spark
plug lead to spark plug. Ground the spark
plug body against the engine block. Crank
the engine. The spark plug should fire at
the electrode. Replace if it does not.
6. If the air cleaner is dirty, the engine may
not start. Clean or replace as
recommended by the engine
manufacturer.
1. Check oil level.
2. Replace defective part.
3. Engine breather defective. Replace.
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