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Cub Cadet SLT1554, SLT1550 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. protection NOTE Refer to the TRACTOR SET UP on page 8 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill up instructions WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and e Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module e Place the PTO Blade Engage knob in the disengaged OFF position e Engage the tractor s parking brake e Activate the choke control e Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position After the engine starts release the key It will return to the NORMAL MOWING position IMPORTANT Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time Doing so may cause damage to your engine s electric starter e After the engine starts deactivate the choke control NOTE Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tractor Doing so will result in a rich fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly Stopping the Engine A e Ifthe blades are engaged place the PTO Blade Engage knob in the disengaged OFF position e Place the throttle control near the FAST position e Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position e Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire s Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and o
2. when engine is hot Cleaning the Engine And Deck Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine especially the belts and pulleys Smart Jet Your tractor s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system Use the Smart Jet to rinse grass clippings from the deck s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING WARNING Do not replace the fuel filter 22 1 Drive the tractor to a level clear spot on your lawn near enough to a water sillcock spigot for your garden hose to reach IMPORTANT Make certain the tractor s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house garage parked cars etc 10 11 12 Disengage the PTO Blade Engage set the parking brake and stop the engine Thread the hose coupler packaged with your tractor s Operator s Manual onto the end of your garden hose Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks surface See Figure 15 Water Port Figure 15 Turn the water on While sitting in the operator s position on the tractor start the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position Move the tractor s PTO Blade Engage into the ON position Remain in the operator s position with the cutting deck engaged for a min
3. Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE 1 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately a Use only an approved gasoline container b Never fill containers inside a vehicle or ona truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling c When practical remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle d Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device e Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition f Neverfuel machine indoors g Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool atleast two minutes before refueling h Never over fil
4. Dimensions Cutting Width Deck Wheelbase Length over all Width over all Height over all Ground Clearance Turning Radius Weight approximate SLT1550 SLT1554 13 2 liters 3 5 gallons 1 7 liters 57 5 oz 2 25 liters 76 oz Hydro Gear 0510 22 2 1 Om p h 5 2 m p h Om p h 2 3 m p h Kohler Courage SV730 Twin 83 mm 3 27 in 67 mm 2 64 in 725 cc 44 2 cubic in 18 6 kW 25 HP 63 2 Nm 46 6 ft Ib 2000 RPM 9 0 1 3375 RPM 1200 RPM 75 RPM 76 mm 030 in 12 volt Negative Ground 235 CCA sealed 15 Amp Regulated 20 Amp Incandescent Single Disc Dry 15x6x6 20x10x8 50 in 127 0 cm 46 in 116 8 cm 68 in 172 7 cm 54 in 137 2 cm 43 in 109 2 cm 4 5 in 11 4 cm 18 in 46 cm 525 Ib 238 kg 13 2 liters 3 5 gallons 1 7 liters 57 5 oz 2 25 liters 76 oz Hydro Gear 0510 22 2 1 Om p h 5 2 m p h 0 m p h 2 3 m p h Kohler Courage SV740 Twin 83 mm 3 27 in 67 mm 2 64 in 725 cc 44 2 cubic in 20 1 kW 27 HP 61 2 Nm 45 2 ft Ib 2000 RPM 9 0 1 3375 RPM 1200 RPM x 75 RPM 76 mm 030 in 12 volt Negative Ground 235 CCA sealed 15 Amp Regulated 20 Amp Incandescent Single Disc Dry 15x6x6 20x10x8 54 in 137 2 cm 46 in 116 8 cm 68 in 172 7 cm 60 in 152 4 cm 43 in 109 2 cm 4 5 in 11 4 cm 21 in 53 3 cm 529 Ib 240 kg Cub
5. SECTION 14 REPLACEMENT PARTS NOTE Download a complete Cub Cadet Series 1500 Parts Manual free of charge at www cubcadet com or phone 800 800 7310 to purchase a Parts Manual Form No 769 01652C SLT1050 SLT1554 Champion Spark Plug s RC12YC RC12YC Kohler Air Filter Paper Element 32 083 03 S 32 083 03 S Kohler Air Filter Precleaner 32 083 05 S 32 083 05 S Kohler Oil Filter 52 050 02 S 52 050 02 S Kohler Fuel Filter 25 050 22 S 25 050 22 S Drive Belt Transmission 754 0461 754 0461 Drive Belt Mowing Deck 754 04077 754 0642 Deck Blades 742 04053A Qty 3 742 0677 Qty 3 Deck Spindles 618 04126 618 04126 Deck Wheels Front 734 04155 734 04155 Deck Wheels Rear 734 0973 734 04155 Battery 725 1750 725 1750 Tire Front 734 04140 734 04140 Tire Rear 734 04139 734 04139 Hub Cap 731 3020 731 3020 Fuel Tank Cap 751 3124B 751 3124B Choke Control Cable 746 1085A 746 1085A Throttle Control Cable 746 1100 746 1100 34 SECTION 15 SPECIFICATIONS Capacities Fuel Tank Engine Crankcase w filter Transmission Hydrostatic Transmission Make and Model Gear Ratio Forward Speed Reverse Speed Engine Air cooled 4 cycle Make Model Cylinders Bore Stroke Displacement Power 3600 RPM Maximum Torque Compression Ratio Engine Speed governed Low Speed Spark Plug Gap Electrical System System Voltage Battery Alternator Fuse automotive type Headlights Brakes Turf Tires Front inches Rear inches
6. Using a grease gun apply two strokes minimum or sufficient grease to the spindle shaft 23 Carburetor NOTE Carburetor adjustments should be made only after the engine has warmed up The engines on Cub Cadet Series 1500 tractors are equipped with a fixed main jet carburetor Carburetors are equipped with a idle speed adjustment screw and a low idle fuel mixture screw e The Fuel Mixture Screw is the uppermost screw e The Idle Speed Adjustment Screw is the lower screw The carburetor is designed to deliver the correct fuel to air mixture to the engine under all operating conditions The main fuel jet is calibrated at the factory and is not adjustable The low idle fuel mixture screw is also set at the factory and normally does not need adjustment If the engine is hard to start runs roughly or stalls at low idle speed it may be necessary to adjust or service the carburetor Turning the low idle mixture screw in clockwise decreases the supply of fuel to the carburetor This gives a leaner fuel to air mixture Turning the mixture screw out counterclockwise increases the supply of fuel to the carburetor This gives a richer fuel to air mixture Setting the screw midway between the lean and rich position will usually give the best results Troubleshooting If engine troubles are experienced that appear to be fuel system related check the following areas before adjusting the carburetor e Make sure the fuel
7. WITH BLADE S OFF e LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING e MOWING IN REVERSE IS NOT RECOMMENDED AWARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH e GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS e DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE S AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY e KEEP SAFETY DEVICES GUARDS SHIELDS AND SWITCHES ETC IN PLACE AND WORKING e REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE S e KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS e BE SURE BLADE S AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE S e BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION DISENGAGE BLADE S ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY READ OPERATOR S MANUAL SLOPE GAUGE SECTION 2 lt q Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree lt lt or a corner of a building amp or a fence post Li NG lt Li Jf T QUO AAA 15 a ON ON ml MANA ub bc OB D cM b CONT b bc lc A D D Nannie SECTION 3 TRACTOR SET UP Gas and Oil Fill up The gasoline tank is located under the fender and has a capacity of three and a half gallons Unthread the fuel cap by turning it counterclockwise Use only clean fresh under 30 days old unleaded gasoline Fill tank to no more than four inches below the top of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion Do not overfill WAR
8. condition and reset the gap or replace with a new plugs as necessary e Liftthetractors hood and locate the spark plug wire on the front right area of the engine e Carefully pull the spark plug wire boot off of the spark plug e Before removing the spark plug clean the area around the base of the plug to keep dirt and debris out of the engine e Using a ratchet with a 5 8 inch spark plug socket remove the spark plug and check its condition e Replace the plug if worn dirty or damaged Reuse only after resetting the gap as instructed NOTE Do not clean the spark plug in a machine using abrasive grit Some grit could remain in the spark plug and enter the engine causing extensive wear and damage e Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust if necessary by carefully bending the ground electrode See Figure 14 Set the spark plug gap to 76 mm 0 030 in Feeler Gauge Spark Plug Ground Electrode Figure 14 e Reinstall the spark plug into the cylinder head Torque the spark plug to 38 0 43 4 N m 28 32 ft Ib e Place the spark plug wire boot over the spark plug and press until you feel it click in place Fuel Filter A The engine is equipped with an inline fuel filter located on the right side of the engine Visually inspect the filter periodically for a build up of residue inside the filter body and for a dirty element which can be indicated by discoloration Replace the fuel filter when dirty
9. failure of a warranted part still under warranty Kohler Co shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized Kohler Co engine dealer or warranty station Warranty repair work done at an authorized dealer or warranty station shall be free of charge to the owner if such work determines that a warranted part is defective Listed below are the parts covered by the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty Some parts listed below may require scheduled maintenance and are warranted up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part The warranted parts are e Oxygen sensor if equipped e Intake manifold if equipped e Exhaust manifold if equipped Catalytic muffler if equipped e Fuel metering valve if equipped e Spark advance module if equipped e Crankcase breather e Ignition module s with high tension lead e Gaseous fuel regulator if equipped Electronic control unit if equipped e Carburetor or fuel injection system Fuellines if equipped Air filter fuel filter and spark plugs only to first scheduled replacement point LIMITATIONS This Emission Control System Warranty shall not cover any of the following a repair or replacement required because of misuse or neglect improper maintenance repairs improperly performed or replacement not conforming to Kohler Co specifications that adversely affect performance and or durability and alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing
10. fill cap dipstick from the oil fill tube and SLOWLY pour oil into the oil fill tube Do NOT pour more than 6 oz of oil at a time without first stopping and re checking the oil level e Fill the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full F mark on the dipstick See Figure above Refer to the oil viscosity chart earlier in this section for information regarding the proper type of oil to add to the crankcase IMPORTANT The engine with oil filter has a capacity of 1 7 liters 57 5 oz Never overfill the engine crankcase IMPORTANT The engine may overheat and or damage may result if the oil level is below the ADD or over the FULL on the dipstick e Reinstall the oil fill cap dipstick securely onto the oil fill tube IMPORTANT The oil fill cap dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all times when the engine is operating Severe engine damage could result from failure to do so Changing the Engine Oil The engine oil and oil filter should be changed after the first 24 hours of operation and after every 100 hours of operation thereafter WARNING If the engine has been recently A run the engine muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin Allow the tractor to cool and use caution when removing IMPORTANT The oil filter should be changed at every oil change interval To complete an oil change proceed as follows Draining the Oil Run the engine for a few m
11. key to prevent unintended starting If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed or if the tractors rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied the brake is in need of adjustment The brake disc can be found on the right side of the transmission in the rear of the tractor Adjust if necessary as follows e Looking at the transmission from the right side of the tractor locate the compression spring and brake disc See Figure 11 Compression Crown Nut Cotter Pin Figure 11 e Carefully remove the cotter pin from the crown nut on the right side of the brake assembly e Using a feeler gauge check the gap between the brake disc and the brake puck Proper gap is 011 e Tighten the crown nut until the proper gap is achieved Insert a replacement cotter pin part 714 0111 into the crown nut Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear the steering drag links may need to be adjusted Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are approximately threaded into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the right side e Loosen the jam nut found on the drag link at the rear of the ball joint See Figure 12 Remove the hex nut on the top of ball joint Joint Nut Figure 12 e Thread the ball joint toward the jam nut to shorten the drag link
12. rotated out of the STOP position The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator of maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil The LCD will alternately flash the recorded hours CHG and OIL for five minutes after every 50 hours of recorded operation elapse The maintenance interval lasts for two hours from 50 52 100 102 150 152 etc The LCD will also flash as described above for five minutes every time the tractor s engine has been started during this maintenance interval Before the interval expires change the crankcase oil level as instructed in this Operator s Manual Brake If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor s engine depress the brake pedal PTO Blade Engage If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor s engine move PTO lever into the disengaged OFF position Oil It is normal for the Oil light to illuminate while the engine is cranking during start up but if it illuminate s during operation while the engine is running stop the tractor immediately and check the crankcase oil level as instructed in this Owner s Manual Battery It is normal for the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is cranking during start up but if it illuminate s during operation while the engine is running the battery is in need of a charge or the engine s charging system is not generating sufficient amperage Refer to the MAINTENANCE section of t
13. tank is filled with clean fresh gasoline e Make sure the fuel tank cap vent is not blocked and that it is operating properly e Ifthe fuel tank is equipped with a shut off valve make sure it is open e Make sure that the in line fuel filter is clean and unobstructed Replace the filter if necessary e Make sure fuel is reaching the carburetor Check the fuel lines and fuel pump for restrictions or faulty components replace as necessary e Make sure the air cleaner element is clean and all air cleaner element components are secure If after checking the items listed above the engine is hard to start runs roughly or stalls at low idle speed it may be necessary to adjust or service the carburetor Adjustment NOTE Engines may have a fixed idle or limiter cap on the idle fuel adjusting screw Step 2 can only be performed within the limits allowed by the cap 1 Start the engine and run at half throttle for five to 10 minutes to warm up The engine must be warm before performing steps 2 and 3 Low Idle Fuel Screw Setting Place the throttle into the idle or slow position Turn the low idle fuel mixture screw out counterclockwise from the preliminary setting until engine speed decreases rich Note the position of the screw Now turn the mixture screw in clockwise The engine speed may increase then it will decrease as the screw is turned in lean Note the position of the screw Set the adjusting screw m
14. ARRANTY This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions Cub Cadet LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 877 282 8684 MTD Products Limited Kitchener ON N2G 4J1 Phone 1 800 668 1238 CUB CADET LLC P 0 BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019
15. Cadetreserves the right to change product specifications design and standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligation Kohler s horsepower ratings exceed Society of Automotive Engineers Small Engine Test Code J1940 Actual engine horsepower is lower and affected by but not limited to accessories air cleaner exhaust charging cooling fuel pump etc application engine speed and ambient operating conditions temperature humidity and altitude 35 36 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and Cub Cadet LLC are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2006 lawn mower In California new lawn mower must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards Cub Cadet LLC must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower Your EECS may include parts such as the carburetor fuel injection system the ignition system catalytic converter fuel tanks fuel lines fuel caps valves canisters filters vapor hoses clamps connectors and other associated emission related components Where a warrantable condition exists Cub Cadet LLC will repair your lawn mower at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE This evaporative emiss
16. Cub Cadel Operator s Manual SERIES 1500 Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor Models SLT1550 SLT 1554 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 CUB CADET LLC P 0 BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 769 01651C 11 3 2005 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Off season Storage 29 Slope Gauge 7 Maintenance Schedule 30 Tractor Set up 8 Maintenance Log 31 Know Your Lawn Tractor 9 Troubleshooting 32 Operating Your Lawn Tractor 12 Attachments amp Accessories 33 Making Adjustments 17 Specifications 35 Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor 19 Replacement Parts 34 Service 25 Warranty Information 37 FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operators Manual is an im
17. HROWN B BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION E SAFETY GLASSES i we OUND S d OW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AR E K EVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADES OFF USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO NOT NOW 30018 SLOPES GREAT P AND DOWN LLAC OSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS USE LOM SRE eS TOR S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE AN La 4 DANGER KEY y KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY DO NOT OPERATE MOWER libe MY UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR Pi TY OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE S30503 ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING For safety protection frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 12 Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine 13 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 14 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment WARNING YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine ROTATING BLADES CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH e DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND o NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN
18. N SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area In the U S A Check your Yellow Pages or contact Cub Cadet LLC at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 call 1 877 282 8684 or log on to our website at www cubcadet com In Canada Contact MTD Products Limited Kitchener ON N2G 441 call 1 800 668 1238 or log on to our website at www mtdcanada com Without limiting the foregoing this limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure b Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer c Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States and or Canada and their respective posses sions and territories except those sold through Cub Cadet s authorized channels of export distribution d Replacement parts and or accessories that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts e Transportation charges and service calls f Cub Cadet does not warrant this product for commercial use There are no implied warranties including without limitation any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purp
19. NING Use extreme care when A handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition IMPORTANT Your tractor is shipped with oil in the engine However you MUST check the oil level before operating Refer to Checking the Oil Level on page 19 for detailed instructions Be careful not to overfill Shipping Brace Removal WARNING Make sure the riding mower s engine is off set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace e Locate the shipping brace if present and warning tag found on the right side of the cutting deck While holding the discharge chute with your left hand remove the shipping brace with your right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise WARNING The shipping brace used for packaging purposes only must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower WARNING The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and or property damage Attaching The Steering Wheel The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has been packed within the steering wheel beneath steering wheel cap Carefully pry off the steering wheel cap
20. ON 9 OFF SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 19 of this manual before storing for an extended period Engine If the engine will be out of service for two months or more use the following storage procedure Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine Change the oil and filter while the engine is still warm from operation Refer to Changing the Engine OIl on page 20 The fuel system must be completely emptied or the gasoline must be treated with a fuel stabilizer such as STA BIL to prevent deterioration If you choose to use a stabilizer follow the manufacturers recommendations and add the correct amount for the capacity of the fuel system Fill the fuel tank with clean fresh gasoline Run the engine for 2 3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor 29 A A To empty the system run the engine until the tank and system are empty WARNING Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors away from an open flame Allow engine to cool Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel Remove the spark plug Add one tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug hole Install the plug but do not reconnect the plug wire Crank the engine two or three revolutions Store the engine in a clean dry place WARNING Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame
21. ORTANT Several tractor components and parts pedals seat fender fuel tank etc must be removed in order to refill the transmission after draining it If your tractor is equipped with a transmission drain plug see Figure 20 exposed to extreme conditions hilly terrain towing etc and you choose to change the hydrostatic fluid do so after the tractor s initial 50 hours of operation and every 100 hours of operation thereafter 2 NOTE view shown from beneath tractor Figure 20 After draining the oil refill the transmission with 76 oz to the top of the fill hole found on the transmission s surface with any SAE 20W 50 motor oil Changing the Deck Belt WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off remove ignition key disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt s WARNING Avoid the possibility of a A pinching injury Do not place your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present IMPORTANT The V belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely A pulley while removing the belt substitute non OEM V belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely For a proper working machine use factory approved belts To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor proceed as follows e Lower th
22. TANT Do NOT attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before pivoting the drive pedal from forward to reverse or vice versa Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 7 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a A slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury e Mow up and down slopes NEVER across e Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes e Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles e Avoid turns when driving on a slope If a turn must be made turn down the slope Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of a roll over e Avoid stopping when driving up a slope If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward Setting The Cruise Control NOTE The cruise control feature should only be utilized while traveling in the forward direction e Slowly depress the upper portion of the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved e Lightly depress the cruise control lever e While continuing to hold the cruise lever down lift your foot from the drive pedal you should feel the c
23. TANT The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat WARNING Use extreme caution while 1 Start the engine as previously instructed in this Operator s Manual 2 Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING Green position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Yellow position of the key switch module See Figure 4 3 Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON Orange Triangular Button at the top right corner of the key switch module The red indicator light at the top left corner of the key switch module will be ON while activated See Figure 4 4 Once activated indicator light ON the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades PTO engaged 5 Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children are around 6 After resuming forward motion return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position IMPORTANT The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until a The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING position or STOP position b The operator leaves the seat 7 Reverse NO CHILDREN AROUND A Push Button i REVERSEPUSH Miren BUTTON ff Reverse E Caution Mode Stop Position Position Start Position Figure 4 Setting the Gauge Wheels Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between 14 inch and 12 inch above the groun
24. Thread the ball joint away from the jam nut to lengthen the drag link Replace hex nut and retighten the jam nut after proper adjustment is achieved NOTE Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag links will cause the front tires to toe in too far Proper toe in is between 1 16 and 5 16 Front tire toe in can be measured as follows e Place the steering wheel in position for straight ahead travel e In front of the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance e Behind the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance e The measurement taken in front of the axle should be between 1 16 and 5 16 less than the measurement taken behind the axle e Adjust if necessary Seat Adjustment WARNING Before operating this machine make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop stand behind the machine and pull back on seat until fully engaged into stop To adjust the position of the seat move the lever to the left and slide the seat forward or rearward Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor SECTION 7 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 30 for a reference of recommended maintenance intervals WARNING Before performing any A maintenance or repairs disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine an
25. ading the machine into a trailer or truck This unit should not be driven up or down ramp s because the unit could tip over causing serious personal injury The unit must be pushed manually on ramp s to load or unload properly 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches wires door openings etc where the operator may be struck or pulled from the unit which could result in serious injury Disengage all attachment clutches depress the brake pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10 Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall dry grass e g pasture or piles of dry leaves Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard Use only accessories and attachments approved for this machine by the machine manufacturer Read understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury If situations occ
26. age to the tractor and result in personal injury The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly IMPORTANT When replacing the blade be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked Bottom or with a part number stamped in it facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position IMPORTANT Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 Ibs ft and 90 Ibs ft Battery The battery is sealed and is maintenance free Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added e Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build up e After cleaning the battery and terminals apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals e Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting IMPORTANT If removing the battery disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When re installing the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and cause damage to your engine s alternating system Jump Starting T WARNING Never jump start a damaged or frozen battery Be certain the vehicles do not touch and ignitions are
27. and remove the hardware With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight forward place the steering wheel over the steering shaft e Place the washer with the cupped side down over the steering shaft and secure with the hex bolt See Figure 1 e Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the steering wheel and push downward until it clicks into place Steering Wheel Cap x Hex Bolt n ER 2 Do amp Washer L KR 7 CL oem Steering Shaft Figure 1 SECTION 4 KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Figure 2 A Systems Indicator Monitor Hour Meter H PTO Blade Engage Knob B Throttle Control Lever Brake Pedal C Choke Control J Drive Pedal D Parking Brake Lever K Cruise Control Lever E Seat Adjustment Lever L DeckLift Lever F Fuel Tank Cap M Cup Holder G Ignition Switch Module NOTE Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator s position 9 Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is Fast located on the left side of the Position tractor s dash panel This lever controls the speed of the engine When set in a given position the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed IMPORTANT When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged be certain that the throttle lever is always in the Ignition Switch Module unattended Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral pos
28. aterial respects to that part as described in Cub Cadet LLC s application for certification The warranty period begins on the date the lawn mower is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service The warranty period is two years Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below the warranty on emission related parts is as follows 1 Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage the part will be repaired or replaced by Cub Cadet LLC according to subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period 2 Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period 3 Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the first scheduled replacement date for that part If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement the part will be repaired or replaced by Cub Cadet LLC ac cording to subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for t
29. by Kohler Co b replacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled replacement point c consequential damages such as loss of time inconvenience loss of use of the engine or equipment etc d diagnosis and inspection fees that do not result in eligible warranty service being performed and e any add on or modified part or malfunction of authorized parts due to the use of add on or modified parts MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS REQUIREMENTS The owner is responsible for the proper use and maintenance of the engine Kohler Co recommends that all receipts and records covering the performance of regular maintenance be retained in case questions arise If the engine is resold during the warranty period the maintenance records should be transferred to each subsequent owner Kohler Co reserves the right to deny warranty coverage if the engine has not been properly main tained however Kohler Co may not deny warranty repairs solely because of the lack of repair maintenance or failure to keep maintenance records Normal maintenance replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any repair establishment or individual however warranty repair must be performed by a Kohler authorized service center Any replacement part or service that is equivalent in perfor mance and durability may be used in non warranty maintenance or repairs and shall not r
30. ckwise e Place anew replacement filter in a shallow pan with the open end up and pour new oil refer to viscosity chart on page 19 in through the threaded center hole IMPORTANT Stop pouring when the oil reaches the bottom of the threads and allow a minute or two for the oil to be absorbed by the filter material e Puta drop of oil on your fingertip and apply a light coating to the gasket of the new oil filter e Install the replacement oil filter on the engine by turning it clockwise onto the filter adapter until the rubber gasket makes contact with the base Tighten the filter an additional 1 2 turn after the gasket first makes contact Re filling the Crankcase with Oil IMPORTANT The engine with oil filter has a capacity of 1 7 liters 57 5 oz Do NOT overfill Always check the level on the dipstick as instructed on page 19 before adding more oil NOTE For the proper oil type refer to the chart on page 19 of this manual e Clean the area around the oil fill tube to prevent debris from entering the crankcase e Slowly pour oil into the fill tube Fill the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full F mark on the dipstick Refer to Page 19 e Reinstall the oil fill cap dipstick securely into the oil fill tube IMPORTANT The oil fill cap dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all times when the engine is operating Severe engine damage could result from a failure to do so e Start the tractor
31. d as follows WARNING Keep hands and feet away A from the discharge opening of the cutting deck Place the tractor on a firm and level surface preferably pavement Refer to Figure 5 and proceed as follows e Place the tractor s deck lift handle in the normally desired mowing height setting then check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the surface below Shoulder Screw Figure 5 e Ifthe wheels contact the surface adjust as follows a Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting b Remove the rear gauge wheels by removing the lock nuts and shoulder screws which secure them to the deck c Remove the lock nuts and shoulder screws which secure the front gauge wheels to the deck d Place the deck lift handle in the desired mowing height setting e Insertthe shoulder screw with the rear gauge wheel into the index hole that leaves approximately 1 2 between the bottom of the wheel and the pavement f Notethe position of the index hole used then install the other rear gauge wheel and the front ball wheels into the corresponding index hole of the other gauge wheel brackets e If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance with the surface below lower the wheels to the index hole that provides the approximate 1 2 clearance as described above Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 17 of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments Starting the Engine
32. d parts caused by the use of a non exempted add on or modified part WARRANTED PARTS The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if Cub Cadet LLC demonstrates that the lawn mower has been abused neglected or improperly maintained and that such abuse neglect or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part That notwithstanding any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operating adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage The following emission warranty parts are covered Fuel Line and Fuel Line Clamps 37 KOHLER CO FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY UTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINES The U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA the California Air Resources Board CARB and Kohler Co are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your small off road equipment engine For California engines produced in 1995 and later must be designed built and equipped to meet the state s stringent anti smog standards In other states 1997 and later model year engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the U S EPA regulations for small non road engines The engine must be free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U S EPA standards
33. d remove key to prevent unintended starting Engine Maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at the customer s expense may be performed by any engine repair establishment or individual Warranty repairs must be performed by your Cub Cadet Dealer Engine Oil The engine crankcase is filled with 10W 30 ship away oil at the factory This oil may be used for the first 24 hours of engine operation at temperatures between O F and 80 F If temperatures are not within this range drain the oil from the oil filter and crankcase and replace with new oil The engine oil must be drained and replaced with new oil after the initial 24 hours of engine operation and every 100 hours thereafter Refer to the Oil Viscosity Chart to determine the proper oil type NOTE To aid starting the selection of crankcase oil should be based on the lowest anticipated temperatures prior to the next scheduled oil change Checking the Oil Level It is important to check the oil level at least every four hours of operation Regular checking during the first 24 hours of operation is especially important Check the oil level before each use as follows e Allow the engine a few minutes to rest after opera tion This will give the oil time to drain into the crank case sump and result in a more accurate dipstick reading e Clean the area around the oil fill cap dipstick to pre vent debris from entering
34. de s and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade s for damage e g excessive wear bent cracked Replace the blade s with the original equipment manufacturer s O E M blade s only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition 8 Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices Check their proper operation regularly 9 After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating 10 Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running 11 Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown A TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY DANGER KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY 4 DANGER AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH P HAND WAY FROM ROTATING PARTS s REMOVE OBJ y THE ECTS T
35. dren and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area WARNING To help avoid blade contact or This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet s quality cutting decks The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor avoid discharge of materials toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator WARNING Plan your mowing pattern to e Do not mow at high ground speed especially if a separately available mulch kit or grass collector is installed For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center After the first two laps reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting This will give a better appearance to the lawn Do not cut the grass too short Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather Mowing should always be done with the engine at full throttle Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds or extremely tall grass Your tractor is designed to mow lawns NOT clear brush Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn Refer to Cutting Blades on page 25 of
36. e adapters grass bags rider deck wheels seats and tires Batteries have a one year prorated limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship with 100 replacement during the first three months After three months the battery replacement credit is based on the months remaining in the twelve 12 month period dating back to the original date of original sale or lease Any replacement battery will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty period Frame and Front Axle Cub Cadet warrants the frame and front cast iron pivot axle against defects in material and workmanship for a period of five 5 years or 500 hours whichever occurs first commencing on the date of original purchase or lease This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage In addition Cub Cadet may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter or any part thereof is altered modified disconnected or otherwise tampered with HOW TO OBTAI
37. e deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender e Remove the belt guards by removing the self tapping screws that fasten them to the deck e To ease in removing the belt in later steps loosen but do not remove the bolt which secures the pivoting idler pulley to the idler bracket See Figure 21 Belt Guard Pivoting Idler Pulley Figure 22 e Insert a 3 8 drive ratchet wrench set to tighten Model SLT 1550 or set to loosen Model SLT 1554 into the square hole found in the idler bracket on the left side of the deck s surface See Figure 21 Model SLT 1550 or Figure 22 Model SLT 1554 e Grasp the ratchet s handle and pivot it to relieve NOTE The idler pulley s may have to be loosened tension on the belt but not removed in order to remove the belt from e With belt tension relieved carefully remove the around them belt from around the left hand spindle pulley e Route the new belts deck belt first as shown on IMPORTANT Carefully allow the ratchet to pivot the following page rearward before removing it from the square hole e Remountthe belt guards removed earlier e Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys including the deck idler pulley s and the electric PTO clutch SLT1550 SLT 1554 28 SECTI
38. e feet or sandals direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place 11 Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet 12 Amissing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries 13 Stop the blade s when crossing gravel drives walks or roads and while not cutting grass 14 Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways This machine is not intended for use on any public roadway 15 Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs 16 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light 17 Never carry passengers 18 Disengage blade s before shifting into reverse Back up slowly Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back over accident 19 Slow down before turning Operate the machine smoothly Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed 20 Disengage blade s set parking brake stop engine and wait until the blade s come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher emptying grass unclogging chute removing any grass or debris or making any adjustments 21 Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blade s place transmission in neutral set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting 22 Use extra care when loading or unlo
39. ed too low Wet grass Excessively high grass Dull blade Place throttle in FAST rabbit position Do not mow when grass is wet wait until later to cut Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath Sharpen or replace blade Uneven cut Deck not balanced properly Dull blade Uneven tire pressure Perform side to side deck adjustment Sharpen or replace blade Check tire pressure in all four tires 32 SECTION 13 ATTACHMENTS amp ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Series 1500 Lawn Tractors See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability NOTE Cub Cadet Series 1500 lawn tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground engaging attachments e g tiller or mulboard plow Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor s warranty Attachments 190 217B 190 425 190 458 190 653 190 459 190 190 190 285 190 671 190 032 190 672 190 674 190 675 Mow N Vac Debris Collection System 17 cu ft Dump Cart 15 cu ft Dump Cart 10 cu ft Dump Cart 46 inch Lawn Sweeper Triple Bagger Grass Collector For 50 inch Decks Triple Bagger Grass Collector For 54 inch Decks Rear Tire Chain Set 20 x 9 42 inch Two stage Snow Thrower Front Bumper Kit 46 inch Front Dozer Blade Rear Wheel Weight Set 33
40. educe the warranty obligations of the engine manufacturer CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR SERIES 1000 amp SERIES 1500 TRACTORS IMPORTANT To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer Please see the operator s manual for information on required maintenance and service intervals The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the United States and or its territories and possessions and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in Canada and or its territories and possessions either entity respectively Cub Cadet Cub Cadet warrants this product excluding its Normal Wear Parts Batteries and Frame and Front Axle as described below against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three 3 years or one hundred twenty 120 operation hours whichever comes first commencing on the date of original retail purchase or lease and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty 30 days from the date of original purchase or lease Normal wear parts include but are not limited to items such as belts blades blad
41. engine and allow it to run for thirty seconds then stop the engine and remove the ignition key e Check the oil level and add oil if necessary Do not overfill the engine crankcase e Examine the area around the base of the oil fill tube the oil filler adapter and the oil drain valve for leaks before operating the tractor IMPORTANT If leaks are present have your engine serviced by your Cub Cadet dealer before operating the tractor Air Filter The engine is equipped with a replaceable high density paper air cleaner element and an oiled foam precleaner Always examine the air cleaner before starting the engine Check for a buildup of dirt and debris around the air cleaner system Keep this area clean Also check for loose or damaged components Replace all bent or damaged air cleaner components NOTE Starting the tractor with loose or damaged air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into the engine causing premature wear and failure Precleaner Wash and re oil the precleaner every 25 hours of operation if equipped more often under extremely dusty or dirty conditions e Loosen the air cleaner cover knob and remove the cover e Remove the precleaner e Wash the precleaner in warm water with detergent Rinse the precleaner thoroughly until all traces of detergent are eliminated Squeeze out excess water do not wring Allow the precleaner to air dry e Saturate the precleaner with new engine oil Squeeze ou
42. for the first two years of engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser Kohler Co must warrant the emission control system on the engine for the period of time listed above provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance The emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system the ignition system and catalytic converter Also included are the hoses belts and connectors and other emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists Kohler Co will repair the engine at no cost including diagnosis if the diagnostic work is performed at an authorized dealer parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE Engines produced in 1995 or later are warranted for two years in California In other states 1997 and later model year engines are warranted for two years if any emission related part on the engine is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by Kohler Co free of charge OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES The engine owner is responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the owner s manual Kohler Co recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on the engine But Kohler Co cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to assure that all scheduled maintenance was performed a Be aware however that Kohler Co may deny warranty coverage if the engine or a part has failed due to abu
43. h the Customer Dealer Referral Line please call 877 282 8684 SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES A A A WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol heed its warning DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this man ual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm GENERAL OPERATION 10 Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge 1 Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts 2 Be familiar with all contro
44. he remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part 4 Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner 5 Notwithstanding the provisions herein warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines or equipment 6 The lawn mower owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective emission related warranted part provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station 7 Cub Cadet LLC is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part 8 Throughout the lawn mower warranty period stated above Cub Cadet LLC will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts 9 Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of Cub Cadet LLC 10 Add on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used The use of any non exempted add on or modified parts by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims Cub Cadet LLC will not be liable to warrant failures of warrante
45. his manual for the proper battery charging procedure or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer SES m zu Ps ES E BS Electric PTO Blade Engage Knob To engage the power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments pull outward on the PTO Blade Engage knob Push the PTO Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to the cutting deck other separately available attachments NOTE The PTO Blade Engage knob must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine Cruise Control Soo Lever E 7 The cruise control C lever is located on the tractor dash panel below the steering wheel Push the cruise control lever downward while traveling forward at a desired speed While holding the lever down release pressure from the drive pedal This will engage the cruise control and allow the tractor to remain at that speed without applying pressure to the drive pedal Depress the brake pedal or the drive pedal to deactivate cruise control Refer to page 14 for detailed instructions regarding cruise control NOTE Cruise control can NOT be engaged at the tractors fastest ground speed If the operator should attempt to do so the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed brake fully depress the brake pedal and push the parking brake lever down Hold the lever down while taking your foot off the brake peda
46. idway between the rich and lean settings See Figure 17 Low Idle Speed Setting Place the throttle control into the idle or slow position Set the low idle speed to 1200 RPM 75 RPM by turning the low idle speed adjusting screw in or out Check the speed using a tachometer Adjust to Midpoint Figure 17 NOTE To ensure best results when setting the low idle fuel Screw the low idle speed must not exceed 1200 RPM 75 RPM 24 SECTION 8 SERVICE Tires A The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer s recommended or maximum psi Do not overinflate Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly WARNING Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire Fuse A fuse is installed in your tractor s wiring harness to protect the tractor s electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage If the electrical system does not function or your tractor s engine will not crank first check to be certain that the fuse has not blown It is located under the hood mounted behind the top of the dash panel on the support bar IMPORTANT Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement WARNING Before servicing repairing or A inspecting always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remo
47. imum of two minutes allowing the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse Move the tractor s PTO Blade Engage into the OFF position Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the tractor s engine off Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the water port on your deck s surface Repeat step 4 step 11 on the opposite side of the cutting deck Lubrication WARNING Before lubricating repairing or A inspecting always disengage PTO set Engine parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Refer to Engine on page 19 for instruction regarding all engine related lubrication Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a grease fitting See Figure 16 Lubricate with a No 2 multi purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation Axle Grease Fitting Rim Grease Fitting Figure 16 Pivot Points amp Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil Deck Wheels Each of the tractor deck s front gauge wheels is equipped with a grease fitting Lubricate with a No 2 multi purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation Deck Spindles Grease fittings can be found on the front of each deck spindle shaft Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease
48. inutes to allow the oil in the crankcase to warm up Warm oil will flow more freely and carry away more of the engine sediment which may have settled at the bottom of the crankcase Use care to avoid burns from hot oil e Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port See Figure 13 e Remove the oil fill cap dipstick from the oil fill tube e Push the oil drain hose packed with this manual onto the oil drain port Route the opposite end of the hose into an appropriate oil collection container with a capacity great enough to collect the used oil approximately 2 5 liters e Push the oil drain valve in slightly then rotate counterclockwise and pull outward to begin draining oil e After the oil has finished draining push the oil drain valve back in rotate it clockwise to lock the valve closed and re cap the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering the drain port IMPORTANT Always change the oil filter when performing an oil change on your tractor s engine 20 Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Figure 13 Changing the Oil Filter After draining the oil proceed as follows NOTE Refer to the Replacement Parts table found on page 33 of this manual for the proper oil filter e Before removing the old oil filter clean around its base to prevent debris from entering the crankcase e Grasp the oil filter and remove it from the filter adapter by turning it counterclo
49. ion control system is warranted for two years If any evaporative emission related part on your equipment is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by Cub Cadet LLC OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the lawn mower owner you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual Cub Cadet LLC recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your lawn mower but Cub Cadet LLC cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts As the lawn mower owner you should however be aware that Cub Cadet LLC may deny you warranty coverage if your lawn mower or a part has failed due to abuse neglect or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your lawn mower to Cub Cadet LLC s distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage you should contact your local Cub Cadet dealer To reach the Cub Cadet Customer Dealer Referral Line please call 877 282 8684 GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE Cub Cadet LLC warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the lawn mower is Designed built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations and free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all m
50. ition set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting WARNING Never leave a running machine To start the engine insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired To stop the engine turn the ignition key FAST rabbit position E counterclockwise to the STOP position See Figure 3 Choke Control NO lene AROUND A The choke control can be found suron gt A e N Normal on the left side of the dash panel Mowing Mode and is activated by pulling the Stop CAUTION Mg knob outward Activating the Position choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine Refer to Starting The Engine on page 13 of this manual for detailed starting instructions Start Position Brake Pedal The brake pedal is located on the right front side of the tractor Figure 3 above the drive pedal along the IMPORTANT Prior to operating the tractor refer to both running board The brake pedal Safety Interlock Switches on page 12 and Starting The Engine can be used for sudden stops or on page 13 of this manual for detailed instructions setting the parking brake regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the i DE NOTE The brake pedal must tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MO be fully depressed to activate the safety interlock switch when Drive Pedal starti
51. l Both the parking lever and the brake pedal will then stay depressed To release the parking brake depress the brake pedal slightly The parking brake lever will then return to its original position Parking Brake Lever To set the parking NOTE The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off IMPORTANT Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR A WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE S AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADES OFF LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING KEEP SAFETY DEVICES GUARDS SHIELDS AND SWITCHES IN PLACE AND WORKING REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE S KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS BE SURE BLADE S AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLAC ING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE S BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION DISENGAGE BLADE S PLACE THE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY READ OPERATOR S MANUAL Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator If the interlock system shou
52. l fuel tank Fill tank to no more than 1 2 inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion i Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely j If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move unit to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine k Toreduce fire hazards keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris l Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances m Allow a machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing GENERAL SERVICE 1 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blade s and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately 5 five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control If the blades do not stop within the this time frame your unit should be serviced professionally by your Cub Cadet dealer Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation Adjust and service as required Check the bla
53. ld ever malfunction do not operate the tractor Contact your Cub Cadet dealer The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO Blade Engage knob is in the disengaged OFF position The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake The electric PTO Blade Engage clutch will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor s seat with the PTO Blade Engage knob in the engaged ON position regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position the electric PTO Blade Engage clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO Blade Engage knob is moved into the engaged ON position with the drive pedal in position for Reverse travel interlock system is malfunctioning This WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the system was designed for your safety and protection Reverse Caution Mode The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key Switch module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades PTO engaged IMPORTANT Mowing in reverse is not recommended operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Always look down and behind before and while backing Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE IMPOR
54. ls and their proper operation Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly 3 Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent 4 Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction 5 Tohelp avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area 6 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the blade s Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury 7 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes 9 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in bar
55. n changes in speed or direction Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blade s and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT 1 2 Do not turn on slopes unless necessary then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff ditch or if an edge caves in Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill Over speeding may cause the operator to lose control of the machine resulting in serious injury or death Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments e g loaded dump cart lawn roller etc on slopes greater than 5 degrees When going down hill the extra weight tends to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control e g tractor may speed up braking and steering ability are reduced attachment may jack knife and cause tractor to overturn CHILDREN 1 Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity They do not understand the dange
56. ng the tractor The drive pedal is located on the right side of the tractor along the Seat Adjustment Lever ee oe REDE e upper portion of the drive pedal To adjust the seat forward or backward slide the seat forward to cause the tractor to adjustment lever to the left and reposition the seat to travel forward Depress the lower the desired position Once a comfortable position is portion of the drive pedal with the found release the seat adjustment lever to lock the seat ball of your right foot NOT your in place Refer to Seat Adjustment on page 18 of this heel to cause the tractor to travel manual for more detailed instructions in reverse Ground speed is also controlled with the drive pedal Deck Lift Lever The further forward or rearward Found on your tractor s right fender the deck liftleveris that the pedal is pivoted the used to change the height of the cutting deck To use faster the tractor will travel The move the lever to the left then place in the notch best pedal will return to its original suited for your application position when it s not depressed IMPORTANT Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended Systems Indicator Monitor Hour Meter OIL P dd e 77 HOURS 1 0 NNN A amp PTO B PARKING LCD Located in the center of the tractor s console the systems indicator monitor records and displays on its LCD hours of tractor operation whenever the ignition key is
57. nsmission to bypass its normal route allowing the rear tires to freewheel To open the hydrostatic relief valve proceed as follows e Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor See Figure 7 Hydrostatic Bypass Rod Figure 7 e Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward then down to lock it in place NOTE The transmission will NOT engage when the hydrostatic bypass rod is pulled out Return the rod to its normal position prior to operating the tractor IMPORTANT Never attempt to move the tractor manually without first opening the hydrostatic relief valve Doing so will result in serious damage to the tractor s transmission Engaging the PTO Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments To engage the PTO proceed as follows e Move the throttle control lever to the FAST rabbit position e Pull the PTO Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged ON position See Figure 8 e Keep the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position for the most efficient use of the cutting deck or other separately available attachments IMPORTANT The electric PTO clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO is engaged with the drive pedal in position for reverse travel Refer to Safety Interlock Switches on page 12 Front View Top View Mowing a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers chil
58. off Do not allow cable clamps to touch e Connect positive cable to positive post of your tractor s discharged battery e Connect the other end of the cable to the positive post of the jumper battery e Connect the second cable negative to the other post of the jumper battery e Make the final connection on the engine block of the stalled tractor away from the battery Attach to a unpainted part to assure a good connection IMPORTANT If the jumper battery is installed on a vehicle i e car truck do NOT start the vehicle s engine when jump starting your tractor e Start the tractor as instructed on page 13 e Set the tractor s parking brake before removing the jumper cables in reverse order of connection e Allow the tractor s engine to run in the FAST position for at least 15 minutes to allow the alternating system time to charge the battery Charging If the unit has not been put into use for an extended period of time charge the battery with an automotive type 12 volt charger for a minimum of one hour at a maximum of six amps WARNING Batteries give off an explosive A gas while charging Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck proceed as follows e Place the PTO Blade Engage knob in the disengaged OFF posi
59. ose No warranties shall apply after the applicable period of express written warranty above No other express warranties beyond those mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind Cub Cadet The exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above The terms of this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale and or lease of the products covered hereby Cub Cadet shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential loss or damage including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATE TO THIS W
60. perating Engaging the Parking Brake To engage the parking brake e Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it while gently pushing the parking brake lever downward e Hold the parking brake lever down while removing your foot from the brake pedal e Once engaged the parking brake lever and the brake pedal will lock in the down position To disengage the parking brake e Slightly depress the brake pedal NOTE The parking brake must be engaged if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off Driving The Tractor WARNING Avoid sudden starts A cessive speed and sudden stops ex WARNING Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO Blade Engage knob in the disengaged OFF position depressing the brake pedal and engaging the parking brake If leaving the tractor unattended also turn the ignition key off and remove the key e Briefly depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake Move the throttle lever into the FAST rabbit position e Totravel FORWARD slowly depress the upper portion of the drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved See Figure 6 Brake Pedal gt zs SI Figure 6 e To travel in REVERSE check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the lower portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your foot NOT your heel until the desired speed is achieved See Figure 6 IMPOR
61. portant part of your new lawn tractor It will help you assemble prepare and maintain the unit for best performance Please read and understand what it says and copy the information from it in the space provided below A sample model plate is also illustrated below You can locate the model plate by looking at the underside of the tractor s seat This information STOP Before you start assembling your new equipment please locate the model plate on the equipment will be necessary to use the manufacturer s web site and or help from your Cub Cadet dealer Copy the model number here Copy the serial number here CUB CADET LLC P O BOX 361131 www cubcadet com CLEVELAND OH 44136 DEALER LOCATOR PHONE NUMBER 877 282 8684 CUSTOMER SUPPORT Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased without first contacting Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below immediately available GREE site map customer service HOME ABOUTUS STORE LOCATOR CUB CADET DIFFERENCE FINANCING YARD TIPS THE SCIENCE OF COMMON SENSE Answers PETS O Visit www cubcadet com for many useful suggestions Click on Customer Service and help is Products amp Services 3 Search Text optional Search by Similar Phrases v Oi jhtHow To reac
62. r hex nuts front against the front hanger bracket to raise the front of the deck loosen the hex nuts to lower the front of the deck See Figure 9 e Retighten the two lock nuts against the inner hex nuts when proper adjustment is achieved Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly a side to side adjustment can be performed Adjust if necessary as follows e With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor e Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the right blade tip to the ground Both measurements taken should be equal If they re not proceed to the next step e Loosen but do NOT remove the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket See Figure 10 Adjustment Gear NET dg Figure 10 Hex Bolt e Level the deck by using a wrench to turn the adjustment gear found immediately behind the hex cap screw just loosened clockwise up or counterclockwise down e The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved Parking Brake Adjustment WARNING Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running Always disengage PTO stop engine and remove
63. rs Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them a Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator b Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area c Before and while backing look behind and down for small children d Never carry children even with the blade s shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation e Use extreme care when approaching blind corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the machine f To avoid back over accidents always disengage the cutting blade s before shifting into reverse The Reverse Caution Mode should not be used when children or others are around g Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler h Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the machine Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent TOWING 1 4 5 6 Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes
64. ruise latch engage e Once engaged the cruise control lever and the drive pedal will lock in the down position and the tractor will maintain the same forward speed NOTE Cruise control can not be set at the tractor s fastest ground speed If the operator should attempt to do so the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed Disengage the cruise control using one of the following methods e Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor e Lightly depress the drive pedal To change the direction of travel to reverse when operating with cruise control depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor toa complete stop Then slowly depress the rear portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your foot to travel in reverse Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck move the deck lift lever to the left then place it in the notch best suited for your application Refer to Setting The Cutting Height earlier in this section Operating the Headlights The lamps are ON whenever the ignition key is moved out of the STOP position The lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is moved to the STOP position Moving The Tractor Manually Your tractor s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the tractor manually Opening this valve permits the fluid in the tra
65. se neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications b For warranty repairs the engine must be presented to a Kohler Co service center as soon as a problem exists Call 1 800 544 2444 or access our web site at www kohlerengines com for the names of the nearest service centers The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact Kohler Co at 1 920 457 4441 and ask for an Engine Service representative COVERAGE Kohler Co warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the engine will be designed built and equipped at the time of sale to meet all applicable regulations Kohler Co also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is free from defects in material and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform with applicable regulations for a period of two years Engines produced in 1995 or later are warranted for to years in California For 1997 and later model years EPA requires manufacturers to warrant engines for two years in all other states These warranty periods will be begin on the date the engine is purchased by the initial purchaser If any emission related part on the engine is defective the part will be replaced by Kohler Co at no cost to the owner Kohler Co is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the
66. spark or pilot light such as on water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance SECTION 10 MAINTENANCE CHART Clean Hood Dash Louvers Before Each Use After Initial 24 Hours Every 10 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours Every Season Prior to Storing J J Check Engine Oil Level J Clean and Re oil Air Filter s Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil amp Filter VM VS Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels Lube Deck Spindles LIAIS Lube Pedal Pivot Points Check Spark Plug 30 MSS AAAS SECTION 11 MAINTENANCE LOG Please keep a record of the maintenance performed on your tractor Date Hour Meter Maintenance Performed by 31 SECTION 12 TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause s Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO Blade Engage knob engaged Parking brake not engaged Spark plug wire s disconnected Throttle control lever not in correct starting position Choke not activated Fuel tank empty or stale fuel Blocked fuel line Faulty spark plug Engine flooded Place knob in disengaged OFF position Engage parking brake Connect wire to spark plug Place throttle lever to FAST position Pull o
67. t all excess oil e Reinstall the precleaner over the paper element e Reinstall the air cleaner cover 21 Service Paper Element The paper element should be replaced at least every 100 hours of operation Replace more frequently if the tractor is operated under extremely dusty conditions To replace the paper element proceed as follows e Pivot the air cleaner cover upward and unhook the wire latch which secures the element in place e Remove the air cleaner element with precleaner Remove the precleaner from the element and service as instructed earlier in this section IMPORTANT Do not wash the paper element or use pressurized air as this will damage the element Examine the element and discard if dirt and or damage is present NOTE Handle new elements carefully do not use if the sealing surfaces are bent or damaged e If any loose dirt or debris fell on the air cleaner base when the element was removed carefully remove it and wipe the base clean Be careful that none of it drops into the intake e Check the air cleaner base Make sure it is secured and not damaged Also check the air cleaner cover for damage or improper fit Replace all damaged air cleaner components e Install the precleaner over the new paper element and reinstall the element e Lower the wire latch to secure the element in place and pivot the air cleaner cover downward Spark Plugs Every 200 hours of operation remove the spark plugs check
68. the crankcase e Remove the oil fill cap dipstick by twisting it out of the oil fill tube e Wipe the dipstick clean before inserting it all the way back into the oil fill tube Withdraw the dipstick to check the oil level Refer to figure at right e Always keep the oil level at or near the FULL mark on the dipstick If the oil is low add oil of the proper type up to the FULL mark Always re check the oil level with the dipstick before adding more oil TEMPERATURE OIL VISCOSITY CHART ERE IER RR SER ORE 10W 30 Twin Cylinder 5W 20 SW 30 10W 30 Single Cylinder L L 4 Use of synthetic oil having 5W 20 or 5W 30 rating is acceptable up to 4 C 40 P Synthetic oils will provide better starting in extreme cold below 23 C 10 P IMPORTANT Never operate the engine with the oil level below the ADD mark or above the FULL mark on the dipstick e After checking the oil lev el and adding oil if nec essary reinstall the oil fill cap dipstick by insert ing it into the oil fill tube Operating Range Adding Oil If after checking the oil level you find the dipstick reads ADD proceed as follows e Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the parking brake Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key e Clean the area around the oil fill cap and fill tube to prevent debris from entering the crankcase e Remove the oil
69. this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions SECTION 6 MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except where specified in the operators manual Leveling the Deck NOTE Check the tractor s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires on page 25 for information regarding tire pressure Front To Rear The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can be adjusted to level the deck from front to rear The front of the deck should be between 1 4 inch and 3 8 inch lower than the rear of the deck Adjust if necessary as follows e With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor e Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground e The first measurement taken should be between 1 4 and 3 8 less than the second measurement e Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed if necessary to the next step e From the front of the tractor loosen the hex lock nut on each end of the deck hanger rod and turn away from the inner hex nuts See Figure 9 Raise Front of Deck Lower Front V of Deck Figure 9 e Tighten the inne
70. tion and engage the parking brake e Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender e Remove the deck belt from around the tractor s electric PTO clutch refer to Changing the Deck Belt Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor locate the deck support pin on the rear left side of the deck e Rotate the pin slightly toward the rear of the tractor and release it e Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm See Figure 19 Figure 19 e Repeat the above steps on the tractor s right side e Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way e Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release themselves from the deck stabilizer rod e Gently slide the cutting deck from the right side out from underneath the tractor Changing The Transmission Drive Belt NOTE Several components must be removed and special tools i e air impact wrench used in order to change the tractor s transmission drive belt See your Cub Cadet dealer to have your drive belt replaced Hydrostatic Transmission Keep the area around the transmission cooling fan free of grass and debris at all times The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is maintenance free The fluid level cannot be checked and on most models cannot be changed IMP
71. ur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your Cub Cadet dealer for assistance SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it For your safety use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge do not operate this unit on that area or serious injury could result DO 1 Mow up and down slopes not across Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudde
72. ut the CHOKE control Fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gas Clean fuel line or replace fuel filter Clean adjust gap or replace plug Crank engine with throttle in FAST position Engine runs erratic Unit running with CHOKE activated Spark plug wire s loose Blocked fuel line or stale fuel Vent in gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Push CHOKE control in Connect and tighten spark plug wire s Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace fuel filter if so equipped Clear vent or replace cap if damaged Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam precleaner Engine overheats Engine oil level low Air flow restricted Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight of oil Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine s cooling fins and blower housing Engine hesitates at high RPM Spark plug gap too close Remove spark plug and reset the gap Idles poorly Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide Dirty air cleaner Replace spark plug Set plug gap Replace air cleaner cartridge element or clean pre cleaner Excessive vibration Cutting blade loose or unbalanced Damaged or bent cutting blade Tighten blade and spindle Balance blade Replace blade Mower will not mulch grass Engine spe
73. ve key to prevent unintended starting Cutting Blades A WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off remove ignition key and disconnect the spark plug wire s before removing the cutting blade s for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping the blade WARNING Periodically inspect the blade adapter and or spindle for cracks or damage especially if you strike a foreign object Replace immediately if damaged A The blades may be removed as follows e Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal on page 26 then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside 25 e Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer See Figure 18 Hex Flange Nut cj Wood Block Spindle Assembly Figure 18 e Usea 1 1 8 wrench to remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembly See Figure 18 To properly sharpen the cutting blades remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges parallel to the trailing edge at a 25 to 30 angle IMPORTANT If the cutting edge of the blade has already been sharpened or if any metal separation is present replace the blades with new ones It is important that each cutting blade edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade balance A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and may cause dam

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