DK40help please

[ritcheyvs]

I'm glad you are up and running but cannot understand why it didn't start with the SS physically removed from the engine block. The SS has a spring-loaded plunger that forces the IP to the zero fuel position (stop) when you switch the engine off. With the SS removed, the IP should have functioned normally (engine should have started). So I'm confused.

By the way, listen for the stop solenoid operation so you'll know what it should sound like (ref post 9 para 2). You should get a very distinct "clack" when you turn the switch to ON and again when you turn it to OFF (but engine noise drowns out this second clack if it's running) . The fact that the relay fixed the problem indicates the SS was never retracted because it didn't get the one-sec "pull" pulse when you switched the key ON. This is a fairly common problem but I discounted it when completely removing the SS didn't help

Also by the way, disconnecting the wires from the SS with the SS installed guarantees the engine cannot start, FYI.

Happy plowing.

 

[murph1]

Good job you two..

 

[IslandTractor]

Good job you two..

x2 That was impressive. Five hours from failure to fix. Nice work Chuck172 and great support ritcheyvs.

Someone ought to pin this thread as a perfect example of how TBN at it's very best works. :applause:

 

[chuck172]

This forum means a lot to me.

 

[Coyote machine]

Ritcheyvs is one of our best diagnosticians for Kioti DK series tractors IMHO. Good job!:thumbsup:

Curious to the OP why did you replace both relays? They weren't both bad, right?:confused2:

 

[IslandTractor]

Ritcheyvs is one of our best diagnosticians for Kioti DK series tractors IMHO. Good job!:thumbsup:

Curious to the OP why did you replace both relays? They weren't both bad, right?:confused2:

So he can keep one working spare????

 

[murph1]

So he can keep one working spare????

which one ??

 

[IslandTractor]

which one ??

Good point. Better send the wife out to get two more. (And, on that point, I'm very impressed with Chuck172's spousal management...mine would just glare at me with evil intent if I asked her to go fetch me a tractor part)

 

[k0ua]

which one ??

They are cheap enough to just toss em both and go get two more for spares.

 

[Coyote machine]

which one ??

The one that allows the tractor to start?! Other one into the trash...

 

[murph1]

The one that allows the tractor to start?! Other one into the trash...

He replaced them both so which one is bad? Don't read too much into this as I bought six for 10.00

 

[chuck172]

He replaced them both so which one is bad? Don't read too much into this as I bought six for 10.00[/QUOTE
Where's your source Murph? Cost me $12.50 each from the dealer.

 

[murph1]

He replaced them both so which one is bad? Don't read too much into this as I bought six for 10.00[/QUOTE
Where's your source Murph? Cost me $12.50 each from the dealer.

Amazon, Bought them last year when a lot of guys were replacing them. I think James posted the link then.

 

[Hope Caper]

Great thread. As an aspiring DIY'er since I live, surprise, out in the boonies I wonder if I could be so bold as to request a few pics detailing what you ran into. I'm not overly familiar with the layout and pics help me reference your explanation. It's hard to see if you've never seen it. Totally understand if you don't have time. I bought second hand and I'm not even sure if I have the right manual. Kioti seems a very confusing company. I like the tractor but they don't explain it very well and as we have seen on this forum it's not like they don't break down.

 

[IslandTractor]

Great thread. As an aspiring DIY'er since I live, surprise, out in the boonies I wonder if I could be so bold as to request a few pics detailing what you ran into. I'm not overly familiar with the layout and pics help me reference your explanation. It's hard to see if you've never seen it. Totally understand if you don't have time. I bought second hand and I'm not even sure if I have the right manual. Kioti seems a very confusing company. I like the tractor but they don't explain it very well and as we have seen on this forum it's not like they don't break down.

You have a 2005 DK so be aware that while we all refer to the DK series as DK, there was a major change in 2007 when the DKse series was introduced. The general maintenance issues should be the same but don't expect specific motor info to be identical.

 

[Coyote machine]

Great thread. As an aspiring DIY'er since I live, surprise, out in the boonies I wonder if I could be so bold as to request a few pics detailing what you ran into. I'm not overly familiar with the layout and pics help me reference your explanation. It's hard to see if you've never seen it. Totally understand if you don't have time. I bought second hand and I'm not even sure if I have the right manual. Kioti seems a very confusing company. I like the tractor but they don't explain it very well and as we have seen on this forum it's not like they don't break down.

As Island Tractor said, you have an earlier model DK. You can figure out if the manual you have is correct by the serial number of your tractor, which you can post here and we can help you figure out exactly what you have. Pics from the above problem solve might not be of much use to your specific machine. I suggest instead you post whatever issue you may run into with your tractor here and we can help you find a solution on a case specific basis, as was done here.

 

[Hope Caper]

OK that is great information regarding year and manual. I do have a manual I downloaded but have no idea whether it is the correct manual. I'll post the number here and will be glad to get your input. Stay tuned.

 

[Hope Caper]

OK back home and got the number off the tractor. It is 356700670. Anyone able to interpret this?

 

[murph1]

OK back home and got the number off the tractor. It is 356700670. Anyone able to interpret this?

Should have a alphabet code at the start of serial #. mine starts like KT. my # is at the front right right in front of the axle

 

[Hope Caper]

The tag is pretty weathered (all silver), There is some more lettering on it above this number. I can make out Daedong and Wilson. The tag is located on the left side just ahead of the front axle on the frame that supports the brush guard. I can see no letter at the beginning of the numbers. One of the owner manuals that I have says that the tag is located on the transmission housing on the left side. I did a quick look and could see no tag there.