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Cub Cadet 2164 Operator's Manual

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O
M
PERATOR'S
ANUAL
2000
TRACTOR

Model Number

2164
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 nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9723.
CUB CADET P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9723
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 770-10170B
(7/99)

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  • Page 1: Model Number

    Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9723. CUB CADET P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9723 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Emission Control Systems Warranty

    BRIGGS & STRATTON CORP., FEDERAL (U.S. EPA) AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) In the interest of the environment, Briggs & Stratton engines that meet strict emission requirements are labeled, “This engine conforms to 1995 - 1998 California emission regulations for ULGE engines and U.S.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Section Page Section Page Emission Control Systems Warranty ... Mowing..........Tractor and Deck Preparation....Optional Equipment and Accessories . Safe Operation Practices ..... Maintenance Chart....... Product Graphics ......... Trouble Shooting........To The Owner ........Lubrication Table ......... Serial No. Location ......Lubrication Guide.........

  • Page 4: Safe Operation Practices

    WARNING • The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • 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).
  • Page 5 Do not use the grass catcher on steep slopes. exhaust presenting a potential fire hazard. 22. Use only accessories approved for this machine III. CHILDREN by Cub Cadet. Read, understand and follow all Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert instructions provided...
  • Page 6 5. Never allow children under 14 years old to 8. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, operate the machine. Children 14 years and over remove the wire from the spark plug and should only operate the machine under close thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.

  • Page 7: Product Graphics

    PRODUCT GRAPHICS ing, painted over or can no longer be read. Replace- ment safety graphics are available through your Keep product safety graphics (decals) clean. Replace dealer. any safety graphic that is damaged, destroyed, miss- STARTING INSTRUCTIONS BE FAMILIAR WITH CONTROLS BEFORE STARTING ENGINE AND OPERATING.

  • Page 8: To The Owner

    TO THE OWNER Cub Cadet tractor Model 2164 is equipped with a 42- authorized dealer periodically or at least once a year, inch mower deck and shipped with a mulching kit. The depending on its hours of use. information in this manual has been prepared in detail...

  • Page 9: I Controls And Indicators

    SECTION I. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Your Cub Cadet Tractor has been safety engineered. Thoroughly acquaint yourself with all the controls and This section gives a brief description of the function indicators before attempting to start or operate the and location of the various controls and indicators.
  • Page 10 If the oil level is a uniform engine speed. within the operating range, but the light remains on, contact your Cub Cadet dealer. NOTE CAUTION When using power take-off operated equip- ment, best performance is achieved with the throttle lever in the “FAST”...
  • Page 11 BRAKE PEDAL The brake pedal is located at the front of the right run- ning board above the forward control pedal. Press down to stop the tractor and disengage the cruise con- trol. The brake pedal must be fully depressed to acti- vate the safety interlock switch when starting the tractor.
  • Page 12 8). Whenever engine maintenance is required, the tem should ever malfunction, do not operate the trac- side panels can be removed. tor. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the brake pedal is fully de- WARNING pressed, and the PTO switch is in the “OFF”...
  • Page 13 UPPER FRONT WING NUT GRASP REAR WING NUT SIDE PANEL REAR TAB RETAINER WITH ON PANEL TAPERED GUIDE GRILLE GROOVE IN DASH PANEL GRASP Figure 8...

  • Page 14: Ii Operation

    SECTION II. OPERATION WARNING NOTE Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformulated RECEIVE INSTRUCTION Read gasolines, are gasoline blended with alcohols operator’s manual. Learn to operate this or ethers. Excessive amounts of these blends machine SAFELY. Don’t risk INJURY or can damage the fuel system or cause DEATH.
  • Page 15 • The safety interlock system will automatical- After starting the engine, push in the choke ly shut off the engine if the operator leaves control until the engine begins to run smoothly. the seat before engaging the brake pedal As the engine warms and begins to run roughly, lock.
  • Page 16 COLD WEATHER STARTING DRIVING THE TRACTOR WARNING CAUTION Engine exhaust gases are dangerous. Do not Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and run the engine in a confined area such as a sudden stops. storage building any longer than is necessary. Immediately move the tractor outdoors.
  • Page 17 a. Slowly depress the forward control pedal until Before operating the tractor on any slope, walk the the desired speed is achieved. slope to look for possible hazards such as rocks. mounds, ruts, stumps or other surface irregularities b. Lightly push the cruise control lever downward which could cause the tractor to be upset.
  • Page 18 Operate the PTO clutch as follows: DRAWBAR Drawbar type equipment must be hitched to the tractor 1. Move the throttle control lever to approximately the only at the hitch hole in the drawbar (See Figure 9). mid throttle position. 2. Pull the PTO switch to the “RUN” position. 3.

  • Page 19: Iii Adjustments

    This section contains adjustment information for the 2. Release the brake pedal lock. If the tractor cannot Model 2164 tractor. Adjustment information for the 42- be pushed forward or rearward, the braking force inch deck is located in Section V – Mower Deck must be decreased.
  • Page 20 WHEEL ALIGNMENT 5. Manually move each wheel to achieve the required toe-in and equal D measurements. The front wheels should toe-in approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch, as measured across dimensions A and B 6. Loosen the jam nuts from the ball joints (See shown in Figure 12.
  • Page 21 2. Pivot the ends of the axle up and down to check for binding. If the axle is binding, loosen the lock nuts WARNING (See Figure 14) until binding is eliminated. Place the tractor on a firm and level surface and PIVOT AXLE chock the front wheels before raising the rear ADJUSTMENT BOLTS...
  • Page 22 1. Front Control Rod 2. Rear Control Rod 3. Hex Tap Screw 4. Pivot Sleeve CONTROL 5. Neutral Arm 6. Control Arm 7. Hex Cap Screw 8. Centering Spacer 9. Neutral Bracket 10. Hairpin Cotter (Not Shown) Figure 15 g. Stop the engine and engage the parking ADJUSTING LIFT ASSIST SPRING TENSION brake.
  • Page 23 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS IDLE SPEED SCREW WARNING When making adjustments to the carburetor while the engine is running, disengage the PTO clutch and engage the brake pedal lock. Keep clear of all moving parts and be careful of all hot surfaces. WARNING CARBURETOR IDLE...
  • Page 24 Move the casing, wire and engine choke lever in the To adjust the throttle control, remove the air cleaner. direction shown until the choke is completely closed. Move the the throttle control to the “FAST” position. Tighten the casing clamp screw and replace the air The swivel should be against the throttle stop (See Fig- cleaner.

  • Page 25: Iv Maintenance

    For oil change intervals of 50 hours, the following oils are recommended. Ambient Temperature Viscosity (Grade SG/SH) +40°F and Above — Cub Cadet Engine Oil S.A.E. 30 weight Figure 20 0° to 40°F — Cub Cadet Engine Oil S.A.E. 5W20 or S.A.E. 5W30* CAUTION 0°F and below —...
  • Page 26 3. Unseat the plastic dust cap from the engine oil change interval. The filters can be obtained drain valve. To prevent loss of the cap, do not through your Cub Cadet dealer under part remove the cap’s retaining ring from the drain number BS-492932.
  • Page 27 5. To open the drain valve, push it slightly inward and 4. Securely screw the oil filler cap into the valve turn it counterclockwise until it stops, then pull it cover and the dipstick into the tube. outward. 6. Remove the filter by turning it counterclockwise CAUTION using an automotive type filter wrench to loosen.
  • Page 28 ADDING TRANSMISSION OIL 1. Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the brake pedal lock. Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key. CAUTION 2. Clean the area around the transmission drain plug Never overfill the transmission case. Damage to prevent debris from entering the transmission may result if the oil level in the transmission case.
  • Page 29 4. Apply a light coating of clean transmission oil to the out (do not wring) excess water in a dry cloth. gasket of the new filter. Install the filter by turning Allow the precleaner to air dry. it clockwise, by hand, until the gasket contacts the 4.
  • Page 30 6. Reinstall the paper element, foam precleaner, cover plate and knob. Reinstall the air cleaner cover and reattach the cover clips to both sides of the air cleaner body. Properly cleaned and installed air cleaner elements significantly contribute to prolonging engine life. CLEANING ENGINE CLEAN This tractor has an air-cooled engine.
  • Page 31 FUEL FILTER 5. With the terminals pointing upward, align the tab of the socket with the notch of the reflector. Push the socket inward and turn as follows to lock: WARNING • Left headlight — appoximately 1/4 turn clock- wise. Do not replace the fuel filter when engine is hot.
  • Page 32 COMMON CAUSES FOR BATTERY FAILURE 1. Overcharging DANGER 2. Undercharging 3. Loose and/or corroded connections BATTERIES CONTAIN SULFURIC ACID AND 4. Excessive loads EMIT EXPLOSIVE GASES. 5. Freezing of electrolyte EXTREME CAUTION WHEN HANDLING * These causes do not constitute warranty in BATTERIES.

  • Page 33: Jump Starting

    3. Rotate the mounting rod fully upward toward the 1. Attach the first jumper cable from the positive dash panel to provide clearance for battery terminal of the good battery to the positive terminal removal (See Figure 31). of the dead battery. 4.

  • Page 34: V Mower Deck

    SECTION V. MOWER DECK This section contains adjustment, removal, installation, SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING ADJUSTMENT and maintenance information for the 42-inch mower 1. Position the tractor and mower deck on a hard, deck. Instructions for installation and removal of the level surface. optional mulching plug are located at the end of this section.
  • Page 35 9. Loosen the upper jam nut on the hanger bracket and turn away from the adjustment ferrule. Turn the lower lock nut upward (tighten) on the threads of the hanger bracket to raise the right side of the mower deck. Turn the lock nut down (loosen) on the threads to lower the right side of the mower deck (Refer to Figure 34).
  • Page 36 3. Initially adjust the front lift rod to allow 5/8 inch of thread to protrude beyond both lock nuts of the NOTE front lift rod/bracket assembly (Refer to Figure 36). The front lift rod must be against the front of both slots in the deck front roller bracket.
  • Page 37 clearance between the wheel and level surface. Secure with the lock nut. NOTE e. Note the position of the index hole used; then Gauge wheels are intended to prevent scalping install the other rear gauge wheel and the front of the lawn, and are not meant to be used to set ball wheels into the corresponding index hole the cutting height.
  • Page 38 B. REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF MOWER DECK DECK ASSEMBLY CENTER DOUBLE PTO BELT PULLEY REMOVAL OF DECK WARNING Before removing the mower deck, place the PTO switch in the “OFF” position, engage the brake pedal lock, turn the ignition key to the “OFF”...
  • Page 39 7. Raise the tractor implement lift handle to its highest setting. Slide the mower deck forward so WARNING the front lift rod rests to the rear of, and free of, the front roller bracket slots of the deck (Refer to The exhaust system is HOT.
  • Page 40 INSTALLATION OF DECK TRACTOR LATCH RECEIVER WARNING (BOTH SIDES) Before performing the mower deck installation, place the PTO switch in the “OFF” position, engage the brake pedal lock, turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove the key QUICK from the switch.
  • Page 41 3. Make sure the slot in both rear deck brackets aligns with the implement lift links on each side of the tractor (Refer to Figure 50). SLOT IN REAR DECK BRACKETS (BOTH SIDES) QUICK ATTACH ROD FRONT LIFT ROD/ BRACKET ASSEMBLY IMPLEMENT LIFT LINKS Figure 52...
  • Page 42 NOTE REAR DECK BRACKET SLOTS It may be necessary to lift each side of the deck and maneuver it slightly to align the support pins with the holes of the lift links. Make certain the support pins are fully extended through the lift links to prevent the mower deck from disengaging the lift links while mowing.
  • Page 43 15. Connect the spark plug wire. MOWER DECK CENTER DOUBLE PTO BELT PULLEY CLUTCH PULLEY BELT Figure 57 FRONT OF DECK 11. Twist the PTO belt 1/4 turn to engage the narrow sides of the belt into the grooves of the two tractor front-lower pulleys (Refer to Figure 58).
  • Page 44 After replacing the blades, apply grease to the exposed threads at the bottom of the spindle bolts to WARNING prevent rust buildup. When servicing the mower deck, be careful not When replacing the blades, be sure they are installed so to cut yourself on the sharpened blades.
  • Page 45 SPINDLE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT D. INSTALLATION OF MULCHING PLUG In order to replace the spindle drive belt, refer to WARNING Figures 62 and 63 and proceed as follows: Before installing the mulching plug, place the 1. Remove the hardware that secures the spindle PTO switch in the “OFF”...

  • Page 46: Vi Off-Season Storage

    SECTION VI. OFF-SEASON STORAGE If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors, away than 30 days, the following procedures are recom- from open flame. mended: a. Drain any large volume of fuel from the tank by disconnecting the fuel line from the in-line fuel filter near the engine.
  • Page 47 SECTION VII. MOWING MOWING WARNING To avoid possible injury, do not allow anyone in the area opposite the discharge chute while mowing. Although area been supposedly cleared of foreign objects, small objects may be picked up and discharged by the mower. WARNING Never direct the discharge of material toward bystanders or allow anyone near the machine...

  • Page 48: Optional Equipment And Accessories

    Refer to the allied equipment can be purchased from, and installed attachment guide for a complete description of by, your authorized Cub Cadet dealer. equipment and required components that can be utilized with your tractor.

  • Page 49: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTENANCE CHART 10 hours 30 hours or 50 hours 100 hours Operation to Before or once three times or twice Before be performed each use a month a season a season yearly storage Clean grille, engine More often air inlet screen, dash under dirty intake screen and side conditions...

  • Page 50: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy HARD TO START No gasoline in fuel tank or carburetor ..... Fill the tank with gasoline. Check the fuel line, carburetor and fuel filter. Fuel line or carburetor clogged........ Clean the fuel line and carburetor with a commercial carburetor cleaner.
  • Page 51 TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy LACK OF POWER Air cleaner clogged ..........Service the air cleaner element. Refer to “MAINTE- NANCE.” Engine overload............Reduce the load. Engine overheated..........Make sure the air intake screen, shrouding, engine fins, side panels, dash intake screen and grille are free of accumulated dirt and debris.

  • Page 52: Lubrication Table

    Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus and transmission before needed 6 qts NOTE: Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus is specially case with filter each formulated for this application. If any other oil is used Cub Cadet will not be responsible for substandard performance.

  • Page 53: Lubrication Guide

    LUBRICATION GUIDE WARNING The service life and reliability of any machine depends upon the care it is given. Proper lubrication is a very important part of that care. This lubrication schedule reflects the minimal requirements to maintain the equipment. More frequent inspections and maintenance is preferable. NOTE: We do not recommend the use of a pressure Lubricant is cheap.
  • Page 54 LUBRICATION GUIDE —Before Each Use 1. Engine filler cap and Check the oil (with the engine stopped) and add sufficient new oil to bring it to dipstick the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if the oil level is below the “LOW”...
  • Page 55 LUBRICATION GUIDE...

  • Page 56: Specifications

    3350 RPM Valve Clearance (engine cold) Intake ................. .004-.006 in. Exhaust ................004-.006 in. Ignition .................. Battery Spark Plug Gap (Cub Cadet No. 759-3336) ......030 in. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM System Voltage ..............12 volt neg. ground Battery ................... 725-1706 Alternator ................

  • Page 57: Slope Gauge

    SLOPE GAUGE (Keep this sheet in a safe place for future reference.)
  • Page 58 CUB CADET CORPORATION MANUFACTURER’S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (COMMERCIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET CUB CADET does not extend any warranty for CORPORATION (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new products sold or exported outside of the United...
  • Page 59 CUB and CUB CADET will, at its option, repair or replace, free of CADET shall not be liable for incidental or consequential...

  • Page 60: Maintenance Parts Chart

    MAINTENANCE PARTS CHART MODEL 2164 SERIES 2000 16 HP VANGUARD Engine Oil Requirements approx. . . 3-1/2 pints Part No. ENGINE OIL Cub Cadet engine oil Ambient temperature viscosity (Grade SG or SH) Above +40°F SAE 30 737-3029 0° to +40°F...

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