Craftsman CTX 9000 Operator's Manual page 29

Troubleshooting the Tractor
PROBLEM
Engine will not turnover
or start.
Engine starts hard or
runs poorly.
Engine knocks.
Excessive oil
consumption.
Engine exhaust is black.
Engine runs, but tractor
will not drive.
LOOK FOR
Brake pedal not
depressed.
PTO (electric clutch) switch
is in ON position.
Cruise control engaged.
Out of fuel.
Fuse is blown.
Battery terminals require
cleaning.
Battery discharged or
dead.
Wiring loose or broken.
Solenoid or starter motor
faulty,
Safety interlock switch
faulty,
Water in fuel,
Gas is old or stale,
Fuel mixture too rich,
Engine has other problem,
Low oil level,
Using wrong grade oil,
Engine running too hot,
Using wrong grade oil,
Too much oil in
crankcase.
Dirty air filter,
Ground speed control
pedals not depressed,
Transmission release lever
in PUSH position,
Parking brake is engaged,
Traction drive belt is
broken or slipping,
REMEDY
Fully depress brake pedal.
Place in OFF position.
Move knob to NEUTRAL/OFF position.
If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
Replace fuse or contact Sears Service.
See Cleaning the Battery and Cables section.
Recharge or replace battery. Use Die Hard Gold #50784.
Visually check wiring. If wires are frayed or broken, see
authorized dealer.
Contact Sears Service.
Contact Sears Service.
Contact Sears Service.
Contact Sears Service.
Clean air filter.
Contact Sears Service.
Check/add oil as required.
See Oil Recommendations Chart.
Contact Sears Service.
See Oil Recommendations Chart.
Drain excess oil.
See Servicing the Air Filter section.
Depress pedals.
Move into DRIVE position.
Disengage parking brake.
Contact Sears Service.
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