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Troubleshooting


Using Troubleshooting Chart

If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, see your John Deere dealer for service.

When you have checked all the possible causes listed and you are still experiencing the problem, see your John Deere dealer.

IF

CHECK

Load Is Locked In Cover

Pull cover release handle forward several times to shake load free of cover.

Too Much Effort Required To Dump Cart

Dump load from ground.

Decrease load manually.

Check preloaded gas cylinder.

Cannot Reach Dump Lever

Get off machine to dump load.

Dump Lever Will Not Unlatch

Unlatch transport latch.

Cover Does Not Open

Fasten chain to bracket on tractor fender deck.

Cover Does Not Open Far Enough

Shorten chain fastened to bracket on tractor fender deck.

Load Does Not Dump Clean

Drive tractor forward while cart is in dump position.

POWER FLOW Chute Clogs

Stop collecting when cart fill indicator window is covered half way.

Grass is too wet. Wait for drier conditions.

POWER FLOW Chute Hits Fender Deck or Tire

Adjust cart mounting by moving further to right.

Grass Leaks Out Between Rear of Cover and Cart

Adjust tension on cover release rod by moving rod to next hole in handle toward rear of cart.

Dump Latch Lever Does Not Align/Engage with Slot in Drawbar

Adjust latch lever adjusting bolt and spacer in lever mounting bracket.

Cart Will Not Follow Ground Contours. Cart Travel Impaired by Chain

Chain too short.

Lengthen chain, one link at a time.

Caster Wheels Wobble

Some wobble is normal when towing an empty cart, especially on a paved road. Use slower speed to reduce wobble.