Cub Cadet LT 2138, Operator'S Manual

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Possible Cause Possible Remedy
LACK OF POWER
Air cleaner clogged ................................................. Service the air cleaner element. Refer to “MAINTE-
NANCE.”
Engine overload ...................................................... Reduce the load.
Engine overheated .................................................. Make sure the air intake screen, shrouding, engine fins, side
panels, dash intake screen and grille are free of
accumulated dirt and debris. Refer to “MAINTENANCE.”
Fuel tank air vent clogged ....................................... Remove obstruction from the vent in the fuel tank cap.
Air leakage between carburetor and engine ........... Remove air cleaner. Tighten the carburetor and manifold
mounting nuts. Replace any damaged parts as indicated in
“MAINTENANCE.”
Incorrect timing or faulty ignition ............................. *
Brake dragging........................................................ Adjust the brake. Refer to “ADJUSTMENTS.”
Insufficient cooling air — dirt or debris clogging the:
air intake screen • shrouds • cooling fins • side
panels • dash intake screen • or grille .....................
Keep the air intake area, side panels, grille, dash intake
screen and cooling fins clean; refer to “MAINTENANCE.”
Oil level incorrect .................................................... Engine oil level must not be over the “FULL” mark or below
the “LOW” mark on dipstick. Refer to “MAINTENANCE.”
* See your authorized dealer.