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WARNING:
Never store the machine or the
fuel container indoors where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light such as on water
heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas
appliance.
•
Clean and lubricate the mower thoroughly as
described in the lubrication instructions.
•
We do not recommend the use of pressure washer
or garden hose to clean your unit. The use of water
will result in shorten life and reduce serviceability.
•
Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
•
Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to
prevent rusting.
•
Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE:
When storing any type of power equipment in a
poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all
moving parts.
SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE:
For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest Cub Cadet dealer.
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine fails to start
1.
Blade control handle disengaged.
2.
Start control button not depressed.
3.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
4.
Safety key not in run position
5.
Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
6.
Blocked fuel line.
7.
Faulty spark plug.
8.
Engine flooded
9.
SwiftStart™ already de-energized.
1.
Engage blade control handle.
2.
Depress starter control button
3.
Connect wire to spark plug.
4.
Place safety key in run position.
5.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
6.
Clean fuel line.
7.
Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
8.
Wait a few minutes to start.
9.
Use recoil starter to start engine.
Engine runs erratic
1.
Spark plug wire loose.
2.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
3.
Vent in gas plugged.
4.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
5.
Dirty air cleaner.
6.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
1.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline
3.
Clear vent.
4.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
5.
Clean air cleaner.
6.
Adjust carburetor.
Engine overheats
1.
Engine oil level low.
2.
Air flow restricted.
3.
Carburetor not adjusted properly.
1.
Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2.
Remove blower housing and clean.
3.
Adjust carburetor.
Occasional skip (hesitates) at
high speed
1.
Spark plug gap too close.
1.
Adjust gap to.030”.
Idles poorly
1.
Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too
wide.
2.
Carburetor improperly adjusted.
3.
Dirty air cleaner.
1.
Reset gap to.030” or replace spark plug.
2.
Adjust carburetor.
3.
Clean air cleaner.
Excessive vibration
1.
Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.
2.
Bent cutting blade.
1.
Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.
2.
Replace blade.
Mower will not mulch grass
1.
Wet grass.
2.
Excessively high grass.
3.
Dull blade.
1.
Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until
later to cut.
2.
Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow
again at desired height or make a narrower
cutting path.
3.
Sharpen or replace blade.
Uneven cut
1.
Wheels not positioned correctly.
2.
Dull blade.
1.
Place all four wheels in same height
position.
2.
Sharpen or replace blade.
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