Cub Cadet WE 26 warranty Trouble- shooting, This section Addresses minor Service issues

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Problem		Cause		Remedy
Engine fails to start	1.	Choke not in ON position.	1.	Move choke to ON position.
	2.	Spark plug wire disconnected.	2.	Connect wire to spark plug.
	3.	Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.	3.	Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
	4.	Engine not primed.	4.	Prime engine as instructed in
				“Operating Your Snow Thrower”.
	5.	Faulty spark plug.	5.	Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
	6.	Blocked fuel line.	6.	Clean fuel line.
	7.	Safety key not in ignition on engine.	7.	Insert key fully into the switch.

Engine runs erratic	1.	Unit running on CHOKE.	1.	Move choke lever to OFF position.
	2.	Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.	2.	Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean,
				fresh gasoline.
	3.	Water or dirt in fuel system.	3.	Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
	4.	Carburetor out of adjustment.	4.	Contact Cub Cadet Service Dealer.

Engine overheats	1.	Carburetor not adjusted properly.	1.	Contact Cub Cadet Service Dealer.

Excessive	1.	Loose parts or damaged auger.	1.	Stop engine immediately and discon-
Vibration				nect spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts
				and nuts. If vibration continues, have
				unit serviced by a Cub Cadet Service
				Dealer.

Loss of power	1.	Spark plug wire loose.	1.	Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
	2.	Gas cap vent hole plugged.	2.	Remove ice and snow from gas cap.
				Be certain vent hole is clear.
	3.	Exhaust port plugged.	3.	Contact Cub Cadet Service Dealer.

Unit fails	1.	Drive control cable in need of adjust-	1.	Adjust drive control cable. Refer to
to propel itself		ment.		“Making Adjustments”.
	2.	Drive belt loose or damaged.	2.	Replace drive belt.

Unit fails	1.	Chute assembly clogged.	1.	Stop engine immediately and discon-
to discharge snow				nect spark plug wire. Clean chute
to discharge snow				assembly and inside of auger housing
				assembly and inside of auger housing
				with clean-out tool or a stick.
	2.	Foreign object lodged in auger.	2.	Stop engine immediately and discon-
				nect spark plug wire. Remove object
				from auger with clean-out tool or a
				stick.
	3.	Auger control cable in need of adjust-	3.	Refer to “Auger Control Test” in
		ment.		Operation section.
	4.	Auger belt loose or damaged.	4.	Refer to Maintenance section.
	5.	Shear pin(s) sheared.	5.	Replace with new shear pin(s).

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Trouble- shooting

This section

addresses minor

service issues.

For further details, contact your nearest Cub Cadet service dealer or call

1-877-282-8684.

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Contents Two-Stage Snow Thrower Model WE OPERATOR’S ManualFinding and Recording Model Number Table of ContentsCustomer Support Your Responsibility Safety LabelsYour Responsibility Restrict the use PracticesYour Responsibility Do not modify engineTighten hand knobs securing upper handle to lower handle Setting Up Your Snow ThrowerShear Pin Storage Chute Clean-Out ToolTire Pressure Know Your Snow Thrower Operating Your Snow ThrowerIgnition Key Clean-Out ToolAuger Control Drive Control/ Auger Control LockElectric Starter Gas & Oil Fill-UpStopping The Engine Starting The EngineTo Engage Augers To Engage DriveAuger Control Test Drive Control Shift Lever Making AdjustmentsShift Cable Chute ControlAuger Control Skid ShoesShave Plate and Skid Shoes Maintaining Your Snow ThrowerEngine LubricationAuger Belt Replacement Augers Drive Belt ReplacementFriction Wheel Removal Short-Term Storage Off-Season StoragePreparing Engine Preparing Snow ThrowerTrouble- shooting This section Addresses minor Service issuesModel WE26 Parts, call the Customer Dealer Referral Line at Parts ListTo order replacement Or visitModel WE26 738-04194 Flange Shoulder Screw 452 26 13 684-04153 Page U.S.A Canada MANUFACTURER’S Limited Commercial Warranty forMANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for