Choke Control The choke knob controls the position of the engine choke. Pull the knob out to choke the engine; push the knob in to open the choke. Page 14 This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor.
Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. If the battery indicator light or oil pressure light come on, immediately stop the engine. Have the tractor inspected by your Cub Cadet dealer. Refer to Figure Page 17 - To turn to the right, move the right drive control lever rearward of the left lever.
See Figure Page 19 Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to ensure they are working properly. If a safety circuit is not working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected.
DO NOT operate the tractor if any safety circuit is not functioning properly. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position; then release the adjustment lever. Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor.
Page Section 4: Maintenance The zero turn tractor is equipped with dual integrated hydrostatic pumps, motors, and transaxles that are sealed and do not require regular maintenance.
All service work on the hydrostatic transmissions should be performed by your Cub Cadet dealer. Page Using Transmission Bypass Rods Remove the internal cotter pin securing the ferrule to the transmission control arm and withdraw the ferrule. Wheel rotation should stop. If it does not, contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Refill tires if necessary. Store the tractor in a dry and protected location. If stored outside, cover the tractor including the tires to protect it from the elements.
Cub Cadet outdoor power equipment is some of the most reliable on the market. Your Cub Cadet products come with years of experience in designing some of the most technologically innovative and customer-focused equipment available. Select your factory number below. Using the right factory number ensures you'll find the correct spec sheet. Move the RH and LH drive control levers fully outward in the neutral position. NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent accidental starting or battery discharge if the equipment is left unattended.
Operating a zero-turn tractor is not like operating a conventional type riding tractor. Although and because a zero turn tractor is more maneuverable, getting used to operating the control levers takes some practice. You should practice operating the tractor for a minimum of 30 minutes. When performing the practice session, the PTO should not be engaged. Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. Release the parking brake.
Move the RH and LH drive control levers inward in the neutral position. Refer to Figure Move the throttle control lever forward to the full throttle position RPM. This only applies to practice. Always maintain a firm grip on the control levers. DO NOT release the control levers to slow or stop the tractor; move levers to neutral position using your hands.
To drive the tractor, firmly grasp the respective drive control levers with your right and left hands and continue with Driving the Tractor Forward on the following page. Keep all movement of the drive control levers slow and smooth. Abrupt movement of the control levers can affect the stability of the tractor and could cause the tractor to flip over, which may result in serious injury or death to the operator.
Slowly and evenly move both drive control levers forward. The tractor will start to move forward. As the control levers are pushed farther forward the speed of the tractor will increase. To slow the tractor move the controls lever rearward to attain the desired speed, or move the levers to the neutral position to stop the tractor.
Always maintain your grasp on the drive control levers. Do not release the levers to slow. Sharper turns increase the possibility of turf defacement, and could affect control of the tractor.
To turn the tractor while driving forward, move the control levers as necessary so that one lever is rearward of the other. The tractor will turn in the direction of the rearward control lever. To turn to the left, move the left drive control lever rearward of the right lever. To turn to the right, move the right drive control lever rearward of the left lever.
The greater the fore-to-aft distance between the two levers, the sharper the tractor will turn. Always look behind and down on both sides of the tractor before backing up. Always look behind while traveling in the reverse direction. Slowly and evenly move both drive control levers rearward. The tractor will start to move in the reverse direction. As the control levers are pushed farther rearward the speed of the tractor will increase.
To slow the tractor move the controls lever forward to attain the desired speed, or move the levers to the neutral position to stop the tractor. To turn the tractor while driving rearward, move the control levers as necessary so that one lever is forward of the other.
The tractor will turn in the direction of the forward control lever. To turn to the left while traveling in reverse, move the left drive control lever forward of the right lever. To turn to the right while traveling in reverse, move the right drive control lever forward of the left lever. Executing a zero turn while the tractor is moving can significantly reduce your control of the tractor and will cause severe turf defacement to occur. Stop the forward or reverse motion of the tractor by moving the two drive control levers to neutral.
To turn clockwise, move the left control lever forward while simultaneously moving the right control lever rearward. To turn counterclockwise, move the right control lever forward while simultaneously moving the left control lever rearward.
Move both drive control levers to the neutral position to stop the motion of the tractor. Push the PTO switch downward to the disengaged position.
Use the deck lift handle to raise the deck to its highest position. Do not leave the seat of the tractor without disengaging the PTO, moving drive control levers fully outward in the neutral position, and engaging the parking brake.
If leaving the tractor unattended, turn the ignition key off and remove key. Refer to the slope gauge in the Safe Operation Section to help determine slopes where you may not operate safely. The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury. Always drive across slopes, never up and down. Control the speed and direction of the tractor using primarily the control lever on the downhill side of the tractor, with the uphill control lever remaining essentially in a fixed position.
Avoid turning downhill if possible. Start at the bottom of a slope and work upward. Always slow down before turning. Use extra care and go slowly when turning downhill. Move the throttle control lever to approximately the mid throttle position. Advance the throttle lever to the operating speed full engine speed. The operator must remain in the tractor seat at all times. The PTO clutch cannot be operated when the tractor is driving in the reverse direction.
The PTO will disengage when both drive control levers are moved to the reverse position, and will re-engage when one or both control lever s is moved to the neutral or forward position. Make certain the area to be mowed is free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other objects that can be thrown by the rotating blades.
NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in grass. Fully raise the deck or move to a non grassy area before engaging the mower deck.
If mowing a slope, start at bottom and work upward to ensure turns are made uphill. On the first pass pick a point on the opposite side of the area to be mowed. Lower the mower deck to the desired height setting using the lift handle. Slowly and evenly push the RH and LH drive control levers forward to move the tractor forward, and keep the tractor headed directly toward the alignment point. NOTE: The speed of the tractor will affect the quality of the mower cut.
Mowing at full speed will adversely affect the cut quality. Control the ground speed with the control levers. When approaching the other end of the strip, slow down or stop before turning. A U-turn is recommended unless a pivot or zero turn is required. Direct the tractor on each subsequent strip to align with a previously cut strip. Be careful when crossing gravel paths or driveways. Disengage the PTO and raise the deck to the highest position before crossing. NOTE: When stopping the tractor for any reason while on a grass surface, always:.
Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to ensure they are working properly. If a safety circuit is not working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. DO NOT operate the tractor if any safety circuit is not functioning properly.
To check the safety circuits, proceed as follows:. Sitting in the tractor seat with both drive control levers opened fully outward, disengage the parking brake and momentarily turn the ignition switch to the start position. The engine should not crank. Engage the parking brake and pull the PTO switch upward to the engaged position.
Momentarily turn the ignition switch to the start position; the engine should not crank. Push the PTO switch downward to the disengaged position and engage the parking brake. Start the engine and move one of the drive control levers from the fully outward neutral position. The engine should stop running. Repeat the procedure with the opposite control lever. The engine should stop. With both control levers fully outward in the neutral position and the parking brake engaged, engage the PTO.
Start the tractor, disengage the parking brake, and move the control levers inward to the neutral operating position. Engage the PTO and move both control lever slowly into the slow reverse position; the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should stop until one or both of the control levers is moved to the neutral or forward position. Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage the PTO, move the drive control levers fully outward in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key to prevent unintended starting.
If the engine has been recently run, the engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise caution to avoid burns. Run the engine for a short time to warm the engine oil. The oil will flow more freely and carry away more impurities. Use care to avoid burns from hot oil. Locate the oil drain port on the right side of the engine.
Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port. Oil Filler. Oil Fill Tube. 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 at least a 2.
Pinch the tabs on the oil drain valve, then pull outward to begin draining oil. After the oil has finished draining, push the end of the oil drain valve back in, until the tabs click into place. Re-cap the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering the drain port. The spark plugs should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season.
Fluid levels cannot be checked and fluid cannot be added or changed. If there is any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention. The gas generated during charging can be combustible. Use extreme caution when handling batteries. Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Even a sealed battery will leak electrolyte when tipped.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and may emit explosive gases. Check the tire air pressure after every 50 hours of operation or weekly. Keep the tires inflated to the recommended pressures. Improper inflation will shorten the tire service life. See the tire side wall for proper inflation pressures. Observe the following guidelines:.
Have a qualified tire mechanic inspect and service the tire. Do not use an assistant or engage deck in the presence of any bystanders. Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to a water supply. Move the tractor to an area within reach of the hose where the dispersal of wet grass clippings is not objectionable to you.
Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, and stop the engine. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto one of the deck wash nozzles at either end of the mower deck. Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on the nozzle. Deck Wash Nozzle. Allow to run as needed. Disengage the PTO and stop the engine.
Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to disconnect the adapter from the nozzle. Repeat the previous steps to clean the deck using the nozzle at the other end of the deck. Once a month remove the belt covers to remove any accumulation of grass clippings from around the spindle pulleys and V-belt. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass. If for any reason the tractor will not drive or you wish to move the tractor, the two hydrostatic transmissions are equipped with a bypass rod that will allow you to manually move the tractor short distances.
Do not tow the tractor, even with the bypass rod engaged. Serious transmission damage will result from doing so. From just in front of the two rear tires, locate the transmission bypass rods. Pull one rod toward the front of the tractor until the flange on the rod is forward of the keyhole slot in the frame assembly.
Lower the bypass rod into the keyhole slot and release so the rod flange is against the front of the frame bracket. Repeat the above procedure to engage the other bypass rod on the other side of the tractor. After moving the tractor, disengage both bypass rods. Lift the rod and guide the flange of the rod back through the larger circular opening of the keyhole, then release the rod. NOTE: The tractor will not drive with the bypass rods in the engage position.
When storing the tractor for extended periods, disconnect the negative battery cable. It is not necessary to remove the battery. All batteries discharge during storage. Keep the exterior of the battery clean, especially the top. A dirty battery will discharge more rapidly. The battery must be stored with a full charge.
A discharged battery can freeze sooner than a charged battery. A fully charged battery will store longer in cold temperatures than hot. Recharge the battery before returning to service. Although the tractor may start, the engine charging system may not fully recharge the battery.
If your tractor is not going to be operated for an extended period of time thirty days to approximately six months , the tractor should be prepared for storage.
Store the tractor in a dry and protected location. If stored outside, cover the tractor including the tires to protect it from the elements. The procedures outlined below should be performed whenever the tractor is placed in storage. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in the engine manual packed with this manual. Never store the tractor with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.
If storing the tractor for 30 days or more:. Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems. Use the choke to keep the engine running until all fuel in the carburetor has been exhausted. Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly. Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to prevent possible discharge.
Recharge the battery periodically when in storage. NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged periods of sub-freezing temperatures. Store in a cool, dry location where temperatures are above freezing. Lubricate all lubrication points.
NOTE: Use a pressure washer or garden hose is not recommended to clean your tractor. They may cause damage to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine.
The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability. Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure. If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to ensure engine is operating properly. Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all the tractor systems are functioning properly. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before making adjustments.
Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat adjustment lever. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position; then release the adjustment lever.
Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor. The RH and LH drive control levers can be adjusted up or down and fore-and-aft for the comfort of the operator.
Remove the flange lock nut, flat washer, and hex screw securing the lever to the pivot bracket. While supporting the control lever to keep it from falling, remove the hex insert flange lock nut and shoulder screw from the bottom of the control lever and pivot bracket. Reposition the control lever to align with the other set of holes in the pivot bracket and insert the shoulder screw removed earlier.
Fasten with the hex insert flange lock nut and tighten until snug. Insert the hex screw with washer through the control lever slot and the pivot bracket. Thread the flange lock nut onto the screw, but do not tighten now. If you are going to adjust the control levers forward or rearward, proceed to the next step. If not, fully tighten the flange lock nut. If not already loose, loosen the flange lock nut and rotate the control lever either forward or rearward to the desired position. NOTE: If the control lever is too tight to move, slightly loosen the hex insert flange lock nut and shoulder screw at the bottom of the control lever.
Tighten the flange lock nut to fix the control lever in the adjusted position. Repeat the above procedure to adjust the other control lever into the same position. Adjust so that both levers are even with each other when in the neutral position. If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows:. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift handle in the top notch highest position and rotate both outer blades so that they are perpendicular to the tractor frame.
Lower the deck to the middle height position. Measure the distance from the outside left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside right blade tip to the ground. The measurements should be equal. Comparing the two measurements, determine whether the left side of the deck must be raised or lowered.
Loosen, but do not remove, the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket. With the deck raised off of the ground, rotate the outer blades so that they are parallel to the frame of the tractor. If the side to side leveling was done correctly, measuring just the right blade should be acceptable to attain the correct back to front pitch of the deck. Measure the distance from the front tip of the blade to the ground and the distance from the rear tip to the ground.
If it is not, proceed to the next step. From the front of the tractor, loosen the outer hex nuts on the deck front hanger rod and turn them away from the inner nuts. Level the deck by using a wrench to turn the adjustment gear found immediately behind the hex cap screw just loosened clockwise to raise the left side of the deck, or counterclockwise to lower the left side of the deck. The deck is properly leveled when left and right blade tip measurements are equal.
Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved. If the front of the deck was too low, turn the inner hex nuts clockwise against the hanger bracket to shorten the front hanger rod and raise the front of the deck.
If the front of the deck was too high, turn the hex nuts counterclockwise to lengthen the front hanger rod and lower the front of the deck. NOTE: The deck front hanger rod should be at the front of the slots of the front deck bracket.
If one side of the rod is not at the front of its slot, turn the inner hex nut on that side until rod just touches the front of the slot. Then remeasure and re-adjust the front hanger rod as necessary. When the correct pitch of the deck is acquired, secure the inner hex nuts with a wrench and tighten the outer hex nuts against the inner hex nuts to lock them in the adjusted position.
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