Cub GT 1554 issues

   / Cub GT 1554 issues #1  

das fisch

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kubota b7200 hst
I have a gt 1554 with the kohler courage 27. It has always been hard starting and requires a boost to get the starter to turn adequately. The starter finally died, new one is on the way. But now after the winter I could not get it to crank at all without jumping right to the starter. Going to replace the starter solenoid at the same time, but I have a feeling it is a safety switch cutting spark. I made sure oil was topped off, so it's not the low oil switch.
Is there a way to disconnect all safety switches and run the engine bare bones to test and then work backwards from there?
 
   / Cub GT 1554 issues #2  
The two safety switches that would prevent starting are the clutch/brake switch, which can be fun to get to on some, and the pto switch. Oil pressure switch will allow start, but then would either turn on a light or kill the engine. the seat switch doesn't effect starting just running after the start.
 
   / Cub GT 1554 issues #3  
I was able to download a service manual with a schematic from the Cub Cadet factory website.
 
   / Cub GT 1554 issues #4  
I was able to download a service manual with a schematic from the Cub Cadet factory website.

Could you post the website address. I have been looking for a service manual for the RZT17.

Richard
 
   / Cub GT 1554 issues #6  
Hey J,

The second link worked great.

Thanks,

Richard
 

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