Cub Cadet GTX 1054 GTX 1054 Operator's Manual - Page 30
Troubleshooting - pto problems
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Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Engine hesitates at high RPM Engine Idles rough Excessive vibration Uneven cut Cause 1. PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged. 2. Parking brake not engaged. 3. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. 4. Throttle/choke control lever not in correct starting position. 5. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 6. Blocked fuel line. 7. Faulty spark plug(s). 8. Engine flooded. 1. Tractor running with CHOKE activated. 2. Spark plug wire(s) loose. 3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 4. Vent in gas cap plugged. 5. Water or dirt in fuel system. 6. Dirty air cleaner. 1. Engine oil level low. 2. Air flow restricted. 1. Spark plug(s) gap too close. 1. Spark plug(s) fouled, faulty or gap too wide. 2. Dirty air cleaner. 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 1. Deck not leveled properly. 2. Dull blade. 3. Uneven tire pressure. Remedy 1. Place knob in disengaged (OFF) position. 2. Engage parking brake. 3. Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s). 4. Place throttle/choke lever into the CHOKE position. 5. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas. 6. Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter. 7. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug(s). 8. Crank engine with throttle in FAST position. 1. Move Throttle/Choke control out of CHOKE position. 2. Connect spark plug wire(s). 3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged. 5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh gasoline. 6. Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam pre-cleaner. 1. Fill crankcase with proper amount and weight of oil. 2. Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine's cooling fins and blower housing. 1. Remove spark plug(s) and reset the gap. 1. Replace spark plug(s). Set plug gap. 2. Replace air cleaner element and/or clean pre-cleaner. 1. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Replace blade. 1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 3. Check tire pressure in all four tires. 30