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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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LOOK FOR
Brake pedal not depressed.
PTO (electric clutch) switch
is in ON position.
Cruise control 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.
Traction drive belt is broken
or slipping.
Fully depress brake pedal.
Place in OFF position.
Move knob to NEUTRAL/OFF position.
If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
Disengage the choke.
See authorized dealer.
See Cleaning 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/add oil as required.
See Oil Recommendations section.
See authorized dealer.
See Oil Recommendations section.
Drain excess oil.
Replace air filter.
Open choke.
Depress pedals.
Move into DRIVE position.
Disengage parking brake.
See authorized dealer.
TROUBLESHOOTING
REMEDY
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