Cub Cadet GT 1054 User Manual

Problem Cause Remedy
Engine fails to start 
Parking brake not engaged. 2.
Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. 
Throttle/choke control lever not in correct 4.
starting position.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 5.
Blocked fuel line. 6.
Faulty spark plug(s). 7.
Engine flooded. 8.
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Engage parking brake. 2.
Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s). 
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position.
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old) gas.
Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter. 6.
Clean, adjust gap or replace plug(s). 7.
Crank engine with throttle in FAST position. 8.
Engine runs erratic  
Spark plug wire(s) loose. 2.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 
Vent in gas cap plugged. 4.
Water or dirt in fuel system. 5.
Dirty air cleaner. 6.
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position.
Connect spark plug wire(s). 2.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh 
gasoline and replace fuel filter.
Clear vent or replace cap if damaged. 4.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh 5.
gasoline.
Replace air cleaner paper element or clean 6.
foam pre-cleaner.
Engine overheats Engine oil level low. 
Air flow restricted. 2.
Fill crankcase with proper amount and 
weight of oil.
Clean grass clippings and debris from around 2.
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Engine hesitates at high
RPM
Spark plug(s) gap too close.  Remove spark plug(s) and reset the gap. 
Engine Idles rough Spark plug(s) fouled, faulty or gap too wide. 
Dirty air cleaner. 2.
Replace spark plug(s). Set plug gap. 
Replace air cleaner element and/or clean 2.
pre-cleaner.
Excessive vibration Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 
Damaged or bent cutting blade. 2.
Tighten blade and spindle. 
Replace blade. 2.
Mower will not mulch grass Engine speed too low. 
Wet grass. 2.
Excessively high grass. 
Dull blade. 4.
Place throttle in FAST (rabbit) position.
Do not mulch when grass is wet. 2.
Mow once at a high cutting height, then 
mow again at desired height or make a
narrower cutting swath.
Sharpen or replace blade. 4.
Uneven cut Deck not leveled properly. 
Dull blade. 2.
Uneven tire pressure. 
Perform side-to-side deck adjustment. 
Sharpen or replace blade. 2.
Check tire pressure in all four tires. 
Troubleshooting
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Cub Cadet GT 1054 Specifications

General

Brand	Cub Cadet
Model	GT 1054
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English