Cub Cadet 600 series Owner's Manual page 20

SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem
Engine fails to start. 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
2. Blocked fuel line.
3. Choke not in ON position
4. Faulty spark plug.
5. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine.
6. Spark plug wire disconnected.
7. Primer button not being used properly.
Engine runs erratic. 1. Unit running on CHOKE.
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
3. Water or dirt in fuel system.
4. Carburetor out of adjustment.
Loss of power. 1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Gas cap vent hole plugged.
3. Exhaust port plugged.
Engine overheats. 1. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Excessive vibration. 1. Loose parts or damaged auger.
Unit fails 1. Drive control cable in need of adjustment.
to propel itself.
2. Drive belt loose or damaged.
Unit fails 1. Discharge chute clogged.
to discharge snow.
2. Foreign object lodged in auger.
3. Auger control cable in need of adjustment.
4. Auger belt loose or damaged.
5. Shear bolt(s) sheared.
For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.
NOTE:
Cause
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Remedy
1. Fill tank with fresh gasoline.
2. Clean the fuel line.
3. Move switch to ON position
4. Clean, adjust gap or replace.
5. Insert the key fully into the switch.
6. Connect spark plug wire.
7. Contact service center.
1. Move choke lever to OFF position.
2. Clean fuel line and fill tank with clean,
fresh gasoline.
3. Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill
with fresh fuel.
4. Contact service center.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be
certain vent hole is clear.
3. Contact service center.
1. Contact service center.
1. Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten all
bolts and nuts. If vibration continues,
have unit serviced by an authorized
service center.
1. Adjust drivecontrol cable. Refer to
Adjustments.
2. Replace drive belt.
1. Stop engine immediately 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. Refer to Final Adjustments on page 7.
4. Refer to page 16.
5. Replace with new shear bolt(s).