Troubleshooting - Toro PT-36PP Original Instructions Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
The trowel blade turns when the recoil is
pulled.
The trowel blades are wearing unevenly.
The trowel bounces, rocks, or digs into the
concrete.
The tilt knob is difficult to turn.
The Dyna-Clutch lever is difficult to
engage.
The belt slips.
The gearcase is emitting a grinding noise.
The engine does not start.
The engine runs rough.
Possible Cause
1. The clutch is engaged.
2. The clutch is not properly adjusted.
3. The belt guide bracket is bent.
1. The blade arm is bent.
2. The blade arm need to be adjusted.
3. The tilt mechanism needs to be
adjusted.
4. The rod end bearings are worn or
needs to be adjusted.
1. The blade arm is bent.
2. The blade arm needs to be adjusted.
3. The arm bearings are worn.
4. The output shaft is bent.
1. The tilt rod and nut are seized.
2. The tilt pivot is not seated properly.
3. The tilt locknut needs to be adjusted.
4. The thrust plate is worn or has seized.
5. The tilt lever is worn or bent.
6. The ProPitch cam is bent or worn.
1. The tension needs to be adjusted.
2. The Dyna-Clutch lever is worn.
3. The cable has seized.
1. The tension on the clutch spring needs
to be adjusted.
2. The belt is worn.
1. The bearings are worn.
1. The choke is open.
2. The fuel tank is empty.
3. The spark plug wire is loose or
disconnected.
1. The choke is left on.
2. The air filter is clogged.
3. The fuel line is clogged.
4. There is water or contaminants in the
fuel.
5. The spark plugs are worn or have
buildup on the electrodes.
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Corrective Action
1. Disengage the Clutch.
2. See Adjusting the Dyna-Clutch Lever.
3. See an Authorized Service Dealer.
1. See Adjusting the Blade Arms.
2. See Adjusting the Blade Arms.
3. See Adjusting the Blade Arms.
4. See Adjusting the Blade Arms.
1. See Adjusting the Blade Arms.
2. See Adjusting the Blade Arms.
3. See an Authorized Service Dealer.
4. See an Authorized Service Dealer.
1. Lubricate the tilt rod threads.
2. See Adjusting the Tilt Knob.
3. See Adjusting the Tilt Knob.
4. Lubricate the thrust plate. See an
Authorized Service Dealer.
5. See an Authorized Service Dealer.
6. See Adjusting the Pro-Pitch Linkage
Rod. See an Authorized Service
Dealer.
1. See Adjusting the Dyna-Clutch Lever.
2. See an Authorized Service Dealer.
3. See an Authorized Service Dealer.
1. See Adjusting the Dyna-Clutch Lever.
2. See Adjusting the Transmission Drive
Belt Tension.
1. See an Authorized Service Dealer.
1. Close the choke when starting a cold
engine.
2. Fill the tank with fresh fuel.
3. Check the electrode gap and clean or
replace the spark plug.
1. Open the choke.
2. Clean or replace the air filter. See
Servicing the Air Cleaner.
3. Clean the sediment cup.
4. Drain and fill the tank with fresh fuel.
5. Check the electrode gap and clean or
replace the spark plug.