Troubleshooting - Toro TX 1300 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
The engine does not start.
The engine loses power.
The engine starts but does not keep
running.
The engine overheats.
Possible Cause
1. Dirt, water, stale fuel, or incorrect fuel
is in the fuel system.
2. The fuel filter is clogged.
3. The improper fuel grade for cold
weather is in the machine.
4. The battery is discharged.
1. The fuel tank is empty.
2. There is air in the fuel.
3. The engine is overheating.
4. The engine load is excessive.
5. The crankcase-oil level is incorrect.
6. The air-cleaner filters are dirty.
1. The fuel tank is empty.
2. There is air in the fuel.
3. The engine is overheating.
4. The air-cleaner filters are dirty.
1. The crankcase-oil level is incorrect.
2. The alternator belt is broken or
elongated.
3. More coolant is needed.
4. Concentration of antifreeze is too high.
5. There is restricted air flow to the
radiator.
6. The inside of the radiator is corroded.
7. The radiator or radiator cap is
damaged.
8. The thermostat is defective.
9. The temperature gauge or sensor is
defective.
10. The engine load is excessive.
11. The head gasket is damaged or there
is water leakage.
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Corrective Action
1. Drain and flush the fuel system; add
fresh fuel.
2. Replace the fuel filter.
3. Drain the fuel system and replace
the fuel filter. Add fresh fuel of
proper grade for ambient temperature
conditions. You may need to warm the
entire traction unit.
4. Charge the battery or replace it.
1. Fill the tank with fresh fuel.
2. Bleed the fuel system and check for
air leaks at fuel hose connections
and fittings between the fuel tank and
engine.
3. Refer to "The engine overheats."
4. Reduce the load; use a lower ground
speed.
5. Fill or drain to the Full mark.
6. Service the air filters.
1. Fill the tank with fresh fuel.
2. Bleed the fuel system and check for
air leaks at fuel hose connections
and fittings between the fuel tank and
engine.
3. Refer to "The engine overheats."
4. Service the air filters.
1. Fill or drain to the Full mark.
2. Replace the belt or adjust the belt
tension.
3. Check and add coolant.
4. Add water only or change to coolant
with the specified mixing ratio.
5. Inspect and clean the radiator screen.
6. Clean or replace the radiator and parts.
7. Replace the damaged parts.
8. Check the thermostat and replace it if
necessary.
9. Check the temperature with a
thermometer and replace the gauge or
sensor if necessary.
10. Reduce the load; use a lower ground
speed.
11. Replace damaged parts.