Kubota ZG124E-AU - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Laura BurnsNov 21, 2025
Why is my Kubota ZG124E-AU engine difficult to start?
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  Destiny SmithNov 21, 2025
  There are several reasons why your Kubota Lawn Mower engine might be hard to start. It could be due to: not sitting on the operator's seat, the parking brake lever not being properly positioned (apply the parking brake), the PTO switch not being in the "DISENGAGED" (OFF) position, the motion control levers not being in the "NEUTRAL LOCK" position, the key switch not being in the "ON" position, lack of fuel (replenish fuel), improper or stale fuel (replace fuel and the fuel filter), water or dirt in the fuel system (replace fuel), a clogged or damaged fuel hose or fuel filter (clean or replace fuel lines), a clogged air cleaner (clean or replace it), a defective spark plug (adjust or replace it), a blown fuse (replace it), wrong engine oil viscosity (use oils of different viscosities, depen...
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Sarah BennettAug 25, 2025
Why does my Kubota ZG124E-AU engine overheat?
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  Keith FloresAug 26, 2025
  Your Kubota Lawn Mower engine may overheat due to several reasons: the engine is overloaded (lower speed or reduce load), insufficient engine oil (replenish engine oil), a dirty engine air intake screen and cooling fins (clean them), a plugged air cleaner element (clean or replace it), the engine speed is too low (operate at the "FAST" speed), or the operating ground speed is too fast (operate at a slower ground speed).
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Zachary MasonAug 27, 2025
What to do if Kubota ZG124E-AU Lawn Mower blades are scalping grass?
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  ruizmatthewAug 27, 2025
  If your Kubota Lawn Mower blades are scalping the grass, it could be because the cutting height is too low (raise the cutting height), the turning speed is too fast (reduce speed on turns), there are ridges in the terrain (change mowing pattern), the terrain is rough or uneven (adjust wheels pressure and anti-scalp rollers), the anti-scalp rollers are not adjusted correctly (adjust wheels pressure and anti-scalp rollers), or the blade(s) are bent (replace blade(s)).
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jeffreymillerAug 27, 2025
How to fix insufficient engine power in Kubota ZG124E-AU Lawn Mower?
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  april86Aug 27, 2025
  If your Kubota Lawn Mower has insufficient engine power, check the fuel system for insufficient or dirty fuel. Also, a clogged fuel filter (replace the fuel filter), a clogged air cleaner (clean or replace the air cleaner), or a defective spark plug (adjust the spark plug gap or replace it) could be the cause.
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edwardsnathanAug 28, 2025
Why is my Kubota Lawn Mower engine running rough?
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  Mrs. Allison Lee DDSAug 28, 2025
  A rough-running engine in your Kubota Lawn Mower can stem from several issues. It could be a defective spark plug (adjust the spark plug gap or replace it), fuel hose or fuel filter clogged or damaged (clean or replace fuel lines), improper or stale fuel (replace fuel and the fuel filter) or a clogged air cleaner (clean or replace the air cleaner).
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robinmcgeeSep 15, 2025
Why are the terminals on my Kubota Lawn Mower battery severely corroded and heating up?
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  Joann RobertsSep 16, 2025
  Severely corroded and heating terminals on your Kubota Lawn Mower battery indicate a poor terminal connection (clean the terminal and tighten securely).
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Ms. Susan GonzalesSep 13, 2025
What does it mean when the top of Kubota ZG124E-AU battery plates look whitish?
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  Samantha MorganSep 13, 2025
  If the top of the plates of your Kubota Lawn Mower battery look whitish, it could mean the battery was used with an insufficient amount of electrolyte (add distilled water and charge the battery) or the battery was used too much without recharging (charge battery sufficiently).
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George SinghSep 14, 2025
Why is recharging impossible for my Kubota ZG124E-AU Lawn Mower battery?
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  Annette DaviesSep 14, 2025
  If recharging your Kubota Lawn Mower battery is impossible, it likely means the battery life has expired (replace battery).
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Julia CruzSep 6, 2025
What causes streaking of grass uncut with Kubota Lawn Mower?
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  James MccoySep 6, 2025
  Streaking of uncut grass with your Kubota Lawn Mower can occur if the ground speed is too fast (slow down), the engine rpm is too low (mow at full throttle, check and reset engine rpm), the grass is too long (cut grass twice), the blades are dull or damaged (replace blades or have blades sharpened), or there is debris in the mower deck (clean mower deck).
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evansshawnSep 3, 2025
How to troubleshoot a Kubota ZG124E-AU Lawn Mower that will not idle?
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  baileystephanieSep 3, 2025
  If your Kubota Lawn Mower will not idle, it could be due to a defective spark plug (adjust the spark plug gap or replace it) or a faulty spark plug (replace the spark plug).

Summary

SAFE OPERATION

1. BEFORE OPERATING

2. OPERATING THE MACHINE

Procedures for starting, working safely, and handling children during operation.

Operation on Slopes

Precautions and guidelines for operating on inclines and slopes safely.

Stopping the Machine

Procedures for safely stopping and parking the machine.

3. TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE

5. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS

SPECIFICATIONS

OPERATING THE ENGINE

STARTING THE ENGINE

Steps to safely start the engine, including safety checks.

CHECK DURING OPERATING

Checks to ensure all parts function normally during operation.

WARMING UP

JUMP STARTING

Instructions for safely jump-starting a dead battery.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Procedures for safely stopping the engine.

OPERATING THE MACHINE

Seat Belt

Start the engine

Step to start the engine.

Motion Control Lever

Detailed operation of the motion control levers for movement and turning.

TURNING OPERATIONS

OPERATING THE MOWER

ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT

MAINTENANCE

SERVICE INTERVALS

Schedule of maintenance tasks based on operating hours or time.

PERIODIC SERVICE

DAILY CHECK

Daily checks to ensure the machine is in good condition.

MAINTENANCE BY HOURS

Scheduled maintenance tasks based on operating hours (25, 50, 100 hours).

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Procedures for changing engine oil and oil filter.

FUEL AND IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Adjusting Throttle Cable

ADJUSTMENT

MOTION CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENTS

Adjustments for HST neutral, max speed, and lever alignment.

MOWER DECK LEVELING AND ROLLERS

Procedures for adjusting anti-scalp rollers and deck level.

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING

Common engine problems and their solutions.

BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING

Common battery problems and their solutions.

MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING

Common machine operation problems and their solutions.

MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING

Common mower performance problems and their solutions.

Summary

SAFE OPERATION

1. BEFORE OPERATING

2. OPERATING THE MACHINE

Procedures for starting, working safely, and handling children during operation.

Operation on Slopes

Precautions and guidelines for operating on inclines and slopes safely.

Stopping the Machine

Procedures for safely stopping and parking the machine.

3. TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE

5. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS

SPECIFICATIONS

OPERATING THE ENGINE

STARTING THE ENGINE

Steps to safely start the engine, including safety checks.

CHECK DURING OPERATING

Checks to ensure all parts function normally during operation.

WARMING UP

JUMP STARTING

Instructions for safely jump-starting a dead battery.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Procedures for safely stopping the engine.

OPERATING THE MACHINE

Seat Belt

Start the engine

Step to start the engine.

Motion Control Lever

Detailed operation of the motion control levers for movement and turning.

TURNING OPERATIONS

OPERATING THE MOWER

ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT

MAINTENANCE

SERVICE INTERVALS

Schedule of maintenance tasks based on operating hours or time.

PERIODIC SERVICE

DAILY CHECK

Daily checks to ensure the machine is in good condition.

MAINTENANCE BY HOURS

Scheduled maintenance tasks based on operating hours (25, 50, 100 hours).

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Procedures for changing engine oil and oil filter.

FUEL AND IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Adjusting Throttle Cable

ADJUSTMENT

MOTION CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENTS

Adjustments for HST neutral, max speed, and lever alignment.

MOWER DECK LEVELING AND ROLLERS

Procedures for adjusting anti-scalp rollers and deck level.

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING

Common engine problems and their solutions.

BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING

Common battery problems and their solutions.

MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING

Common machine operation problems and their solutions.

MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING

Common mower performance problems and their solutions.

Kubota ZG124E-AU Specifications

General

Brand	Kubota
Model	ZG124E-AU
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

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Kubota ZG124E-AU - User Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

Summary

SAFE OPERATION

1. BEFORE OPERATING

2. OPERATING THE MACHINE

Operation on Slopes

Stopping the Machine

3. TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE

5. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS

SPECIFICATIONS

OPERATING THE ENGINE

STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK DURING OPERATING

WARMING UP

JUMP STARTING

STOPPING THE ENGINE

OPERATING THE MACHINE

Seat Belt

Start the engine

Motion Control Lever

TURNING OPERATIONS

OPERATING THE MOWER

ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT

MAINTENANCE

SERVICE INTERVALS

PERIODIC SERVICE

DAILY CHECK

MAINTENANCE BY HOURS

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

FUEL AND IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Adjusting Throttle Cable

ADJUSTMENT

MOTION CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENTS

MOWER DECK LEVELING AND ROLLERS

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING

BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING

MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING

MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING

Summary

SAFE OPERATION

1. BEFORE OPERATING

2. OPERATING THE MACHINE

Operation on Slopes

Stopping the Machine

3. TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE

5. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS

SPECIFICATIONS

OPERATING THE ENGINE

STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK DURING OPERATING

WARMING UP

JUMP STARTING

STOPPING THE ENGINE

OPERATING THE MACHINE

Seat Belt

Start the engine

Motion Control Lever

TURNING OPERATIONS

OPERATING THE MOWER

ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT

MAINTENANCE

SERVICE INTERVALS

PERIODIC SERVICE

DAILY CHECK

MAINTENANCE BY HOURS

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

FUEL AND IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Adjusting Throttle Cable

ADJUSTMENT

MOTION CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENTS

MOWER DECK LEVELING AND ROLLERS

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING

BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING

MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING