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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Troy-Bilt 13074-GTX 18, 13101-GTX 16, 13101 - GTX 16 manual Troubleshooting Chart

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