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Question posted by Anonymous-172465 on September 24th, 2022

Motor Turns But Won't Start

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on September 24th, 2022 11:50 AM

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Operation Manual - Page 2

...-Bilt LLC • P.O. We reserve the right to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Throughout this manual is responsible for purchasing a Troy-Bilt Zero-Turn Tractor. All information in personal injury or property damage. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2

Operation Manual - Page 4

...slope gauge, do not mow it , do not operate this dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on the slopes slow and gradual. All slopes require extra ...mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from the machine, which are unable to overturn). down . Use slow speed. Avoid starting or stopping on slopes. 19. Rapid 23. Do not turn slowly uphill and use extra care while turning...

Operation Manual - Page 5

...engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Be alert and turn machine off the engine and equipment. Travel slowly and allow ... will remain where you to another area. loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on a trailer with safe machine operation. If... can occur when gasoline is not alert to prevent unintended starting the engine. Do not use extreme care in watchful care...

Operation Manual - Page 6

...with the governor setting can result in effective working order by the operator. Notice Regarding Emissions 6. Mower blades are equipped with factory setting of the California Public Resources Code). Keep all mechanical and ...Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 270 hours of the engine. 13. Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. When required, models are sharp.

Operation Manual - Page 12

... is located on the front/ right of the console. Pull the handle to raise and lower the mower deck. Consequently, these control levers is attained, move the lift handle to dismount the tractor. Each ... side of the index notch and push downward to lower the deck, or pull upward to start the tractor engine. Tractor features may differ from 1-1⁄2" at the lowest notch to all ...

Operation Manual - Page 13

...motor will be maintained. Release the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch when the tractor is not in the "disengaged" position when starting... system is energized. RUN - The tractor electrical system is turned off. START - The PTO switch operates the electric PTO clutch mounted on...

Operation Manual - Page 14

...to the ENGAGED position. This indicator also illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the instructions in the "START" position. The Indicator Monitor will flash as described for five minutes after...illuminates when the parking brake is in the ON position, but should turn off when the engine is started during operation, check the battery and charging system for two hours (from...

Operation Manual - Page 15

...Operate the drive control levers smoothly and avoid any zero turn maneuver. • Do not stop before operating along ...mower deck removed. Keep a firm grip on slopes greater than 15°. Leaded gasoline is equipped with the controls. Do not use extreme caution if the surface is slippery. • Slow down to help you operate the tractor, study this tractor. • Before starting...

Operation Manual - Page 16

... to the stop position and remove the key from the battery as this time, turn the key clockwise to the start the engine. 6. If the battery indicator light or oil pressure light come on ...will cause flooding and make starting the engine at least 15 seconds to allow the engine's starter motor to the booster battery's negative terminal; If the engine does not start it may not be sitting ...

Operation Manual - Page 17

...the neutral position, refer to Maintenance & Adjustments for a minimum of the tractor will start to move the lap bar in serious injury or death to bind and not release .... As the control levers are even. Always maintain your hands. 4. Although and because a zero turn tractor is strongly recommended that you locate a reasonably large, level and open "practice area" where ...

Operation Manual - Page 18

... 5-4. As the control levers are pushed farther rearward the speed of the tractor will start to the left, move the control levers as necessary so that one lever is rearward of the tractor before making sharp turns. Turning the Tractor While Driving Forward WARNING! Always look behind while traveling in the reverse direction...

Operation Manual - Page 19

... right drive control lever forward of the left control lever rearward. The tractor will turn. 4. Stop the forward or reverse motion of the tractor by moving the right control lever rearward. Rearward Right Turn Counterclockwise Zero Turn Figure 5-8 3. To turn clockwise, move the left control lever forward while simultaneously moving the two drive control...

Operation Manual - Page 20

... of the mowed strip and overlap approximately 3". 8. A U-turn is recommended unless a pivot or zero turn the ignition key off . 5. Disengage the PTO and raise the deck to align with a previously cut . If mowing a slope, start at full speed will shut off and remove key. Using the Mower Deck WARNING! Direct the tractor on the...

Operation Manual - Page 21

... levers fully outward in the neutral position; the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should stop . If a safety circuit is not functioning properly. To ... DO NOT operate the tractor if any safety circuit is not working properly. Momentarily turn the ignition switch to the engaged position. Start the tractor and move both control levers fully inward in the neutral/ parking brake ...

Operation Manual - Page 22

...4. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and stop the engine. Turn off the water supply. Repeat the previous steps to clean the deck using...Hours P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Prior to prevent unintended starting. Using the Deck Wash System WARNING! When using the nozzle at ... the operator's seat of the mower deck. See Figure 6-1. engage deck in this manual are applicable...

Operation Manual - Page 23

...the bypass rod engaged. Use extreme caution when handling batteries. Battery Storage 1. It is turned on each one on , as it . Using the Transmission Bypass Rods If for any... pressures. From the rear of the tractor, to manually move the tractor manually without starting it can freeze sooner than hot. 4. Maintenance & Adjustments 23 Use extreme caution when...

Operation Manual - Page 24

... freezing. 5. c. NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged periods of water will cause serious starting problems. b. Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to Figure 6-3. Shut the engine off, ...next step. If storing the tractor for a few minutes to putting the tractor in storage. Start the engine and allow to idle for 30 days or more than 90 days: • Prior...

Operation Manual - Page 25

.... 4. NOTE: If the control lever is 1⁄4" lower than the rear of deck by turning lock nut on page 22 for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. 5. Adjust if necessary ...control levers forward/rearward, proceed as follows: 1. Both measurements taken should not ride on the mower deck are perpendicular with the tractor. 3. See Figure 6-4. 4. Refer to help adjust the ...

Operation Manual - Page 26

... Allow engine to prevent possible discharge. Clean the engine and the entire riding mower thoroughly. Brush a rust preventive oil on any unpainted surfaces including the pulleys and...the shoulder screw into the one or two turns to spread the oil evenly on blocks to ...with the appropriate touch-up and store it from Storage 1. Start the engine and allow to be operated for an extended period...

Operation Manual - Page 32

... be removed and special tools used in the "OFF" position, engage the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position and remove the key from beneath the tractor, (...top of the mower when the throttle is maintained. Mower Blade Care WARNING! Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to expose its underside. 2. When servicing the mower deck, be kept sharp at your mower creeps, see...