Troubleshooting - Cub Cadet 826 SWE Operator's Manual

SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
2. Blocked fuel line.
3. Choke not in the 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.
8. Fuel shut-off valve closed.
Engine runs erratic 1. Unit running on CHOKE.
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
3. Water or dirt in the fuel system.
Loss of power 1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Gas cap vent hole plugged.
Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts or damaged auger.
Unit fails 1. Traction control cable in need of
to propel itself
2. Drive belt loose or damaged.
Unit fails 1. Discharge chute clogged.
to discharge snow
2. Shear bolt sheared.
3. Foreign object lodged in auger.
4. Auger control cable in need of adjustment.
5. Auger belt loose or damaged.
Electric chute fails to 1. Loose electrical connections.
turn
2. Blown Fuse.
Electric chute turns 1. The switch connector is installed
in opposite direction
of the switch
Heated grips are not 1. Loose electrical connections.
creating heat
2. Blown fuse.
3. Faulty grip. If one heated grip fails, both
Cause
adjustment.
backwards
grips will not function.
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
Section 6 of this manual.
2. Replace drive belt. Refer to Section 8 of
this manual.
1. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug
wire. Clean discharge chute and inside
of auger housing.
2. Replace shear bolt.
3. Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire. Remove
object from auger.
4. Adjust auger control cable. Refer to
Section 6 of this manual.
5. Refer to Section 8 of this manual.
1. Make sure all connections are tight and
fully installed.
2. Replace 5A fuse. 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 5A fuse under the handle
panel near crank switch connector.
3. Have the grips checked at an
authorized service dealer.
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Remedy