Cub Cadet FT24 User Manual

Problem Cause Remedy
Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty or stale fuel1.
Throttle control lever not in correct starting 2.
position (if equipped)
Blocked fuel line3.
Dirty air cleaner4.
Choke not in ON position5.
Spark plug wire disconnected6.
Faulty spark plug7.
Engine flooded8.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline1.
Move throttle lever to start position 2.
Clean fuel line3.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual4.
Move switch to ON position5.
Connect wire to spark plug6.
Clean, adjust gap or replace7.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual8.
Engine runs erratic Tiller running on CHOKE1.
Spark plug wire loose2.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 3.
Vent in gas cap plugged4.
Water or dirt in fuel system5.
Dirty air cleaner6.
Carburetor out of adjustment7.
Move choke lever to OFF position1.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire2.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh 3.
gasoline
Clear vent4.
Drain fuel tank, refill with fresh fuel5.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual6.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual7.
Engine overheats Engine oil level low1.
Dirty air cleaner2.
Air flow restricted3.
Carburetor not adjusted properly4.
Fill crankcase with proper oil1.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual2.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual3.
Adjust carburetor as instructed in separate 4.
engine manual.
Tines do not engage Foreign object lodged in tines1.
Tine clevis pin(s) missing2.
Pulley and idler not in correct adjustment3.
Not shifting properly 4.
Control cable not adjusted properly5.
Belt worn and/or stretched6.
Dislodge foreign object1.
Replace tine clevis pin(s)2.
Take tiller to authorized service dealer3.
Refer to the Controls & Features Section for 4.
proper shifting procedures
Adjust control cable5.
Replace belt6.
Tines skip over ground Improper rotation.1. Forward rotation should only be used on soil 1.
that has already been tilled, not on virgin soil.
Wheels do not engage Clevis pin missing1.
Tiller is not being shifted properly 2.
Control cable not adjusted properly3.
Belt worn and/or stretched4.
Replace clevis pin1.
Refer to Controls & Features Section for 2.
proper shifting procedures
Adjust control cable3.
Replace belt4.
Troubleshooting
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Cub Cadet FT24 Specifications

General

Brand	Cub Cadet
Model	FT24
Category	Tiller
Language	English