Troy-Bilt Troubleshooting Guide for GTX 18 and Dealer Assistance

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Maintenance (continued)

Troubleshooting Chart

Possible Cause / Solution

Refer to engine manual.

Check attachment drive switch.

Check cruise relay, interlock and cruise switch.

Clean off engine fins.

Clean flywheel screen.

Faulty ignition.

Faulty spark plug.

Empty fuel tank.

Check battery or start solenoid.

Check carburetor.

Check oil.

Clean air cleaner.

Adjust choke.

Check cooling fins.

Check interlock switches at brake.

See your dealer.

Check linkage.

Inspect transmission.

Inspect belts.

Inspect Fuses

Travel pedal in reverse position.

Problem

Engine turns over but won't start.

Engine will not turn over.

Engine doesn't turn over but start light comes on.

Starts only after repeated tries.

Stalls in a few seconds.

Stalls when hot.

Idles rough.

Engine overheats.

Attachment drive inoperative.

Cruise control inoperative.

Excessive Vibration.

Engine runs but unit won't move.

Headlights do not light.

If you have any problems maintaining or servicing your unit, contact your dealer.

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Contents Safety Operation Maintenance Models GTX 18 18 HP GTX 20 20 HP GTX 16 16 HPTable of Contents IntroductionService Information Identification NumbersIntroductionTraining SectionSafe Operating Practices for This Unit PreparationHandling Gasoline SafetyBefore Operation OperationBe alert and turn machine off if children enter the area ChildrenSlope Operation Maintenance StoppingBattery EngineSafety Decals StorageAttachments, Kits & Specifications SpecificationsAttachment, Kits and Specifications Number DescriptionParking Brake Lever a Ignition/Starter Switch NThrottle L Controls Check Engine Flywheel Screen Check Engine Oil LevelFill Fuel Tank Do not mix oil with gasolineVisually Check Check BatteryAdjust Seat Check Tire PressureStopping Engine Throttle Setting Starting EngineTurn attachment/PTO drive switch X, -1 to OFF Attachment/PTO Drive Perform Electric Clutch Break-in ProcedureInterlock System Hydraulic Attachment LiftSpeed Models Model 13076 Only To activate lights, press light switch E, -3 to onHydrostatic Transmission Brake / Neutral Pedal Parking Brake Lever Moving Tractor ManuallyCruise Control Changing Engine Oil Models 13074To Check Engine Oil Level Changing Engine Oil FilterEngine Air Intake Screen Engine Air CleanerService Paper Element Fuel FilterCarburetor Front Axle AdjustmentPower Steering Spark PlugsBrake Adjustment Proper Jack PlacementInterlock Switches Hydrostatic Maintenance and LubricationHydrostatic Neutral Adjustment Tighten jam nuts FLubrication Chart Amt. RequiredTroubleshooting Chart Interval Service Storing the TractorGarden Way Incorporated

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