Initial Adjustments - Cub Cadet THE TANK S6031 Operator's And Service Manual

highest (also transport position) or lowest (also for
mower deck removal and installation).
The following features are incorporated into the
hydraulic actuated valve implement lift design: Lever
implement lift allows for some operators with physical
limitations to use the implement lift mechanisms and
the machine; reduces potential for operator fatigue;
accommodates a variety of operator sizes, shapes, and
strengths.
7. Fuel Shutoff Valve: (See Figure 7.) Located on top of
the fuel tank(s). When turned in a clockwise direction
until it stops, it will shut off the flow of fuel to the
engine. When turned in a counterclockwise direction it
will open and allow fuel to flow to the engine. Close this
valve if you are not going to run the mower for a period
of 30 minutes or more to prevent flooding the engine.
Figure. 7
8. Seat Adjustment Lever: The Seat Adjustment Lever is
located beneath the seat. The Seat Adjustment Lever is
used to move the seat forward and backward. To place
the seat in the desired position pull the seat adjustment
lever to the left then push the seat forward or back to the
desired position. Release the lever so the seat will lock
in place.
Note:
Please refer to Section G on pages 6 and 7 for
more information regarding the Suspension Seat
9. Digital Tachometer and Hour Meter: (See Figure 4)
Located on the right side of the mower in front of the
ignition switch. When the machine is running the
tachometer displays engine rpm. When the machine is
off the tachometer displays running time.
Note:
There will be a flashing "LUBE" for each rec-
ommended lubrication interval. There is a flashing
"OIL" at each recommended engine oil and filter
change.
10.Choke Lever: (See Figure 4) The Choke Lever is
located on the right instrument panel next to the seat.
The Choke Lever is operated manually. Having the
Choke Lever in the ON position helps the engine to start
during initial start-up. During normal operation the
Choke Lever should be in the OFF position.
Note:
The Tanks equipped with E.F.I. do not have a
choke control.
Fuel Shutoff Valve
C.Initial Adjustments
1. Check the fluid levels and tires:
Note:
These checks should be made daily, before
starting the engine.
a. Fuel: Using a good grade of unleaded, regular gas-
oline (for a gasoline engine), fill the fuel tank
(beside the engine on the left or right side of the
mower). When the fuel reaches one inch from the
top of the tank, stop. DO NOT OVERFILL. Space
must be left for expansion.
b. Engine Oil: (Filled at the factory before ship-
ment.) Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe it off and
reinsert it. Pull it out again and read the oil level. If
it is below the operating range, add oil through the
fill tube using a funnel to bring it up to the top of
the operating range.
Note:
Gasoline Engine: Use SAE 10W30 or SAE
10W40 engine oil, rated for service SJ. Shell Rimula
15W40 is also recommended and provides service SL
and CI-4 plus.
c. Hydraulic Oil: (Filled at the factory before ship-
ment.) The hydraulic oil tank is located beneath
the operator's seat. Always wipe off the area
around the oil tank fill neck before checking the oil
level to prevent dirt from contaminating the oil.
Remove the cap and make sure the oil level is a 1/
4" below the oil tank fill neck. If the oil level is
low, fill with Shell Rimula 15W40 or equivalent
oil. Equivalent oil should meet GM Allison C-4.
d. Tires: 10-12 psi Rear, 20-25 psi Front
Note:
New tires are overinflated in order to properly
seat the bead to the rim. The normal working pressure
for the traction tires is 10-12 psi. The front wheels
should be inflated to 20-25 psi.
2. Check that all Nuts, Bolts and Screws are Tight.
3. Check the tension of the deck drive belts.
a. Remove the deck cover
b. The tension of the deck drive belts are maintained
by a spring mechanism that adjusts for wear and
stretch.
c. Examine the belts for cuts, fraying, and excessive
wear. Replace if any of these are detected.
d. Replace the deck cover.
4. Adjust the Mowing Deck: The cutting height is set
anywhere in the range of 1" to 5". You may need to
adjust the mowing deck to achieve the proper pitch
angle for mowing. Follow the procedures below to set
the appropriate angle to the mowing deck.
a. Park the mower on a flat paved surface, engage the
parking brake, shut off the engine, remove the key
from the ignition switch, remove connection of the
spark plugs and lower the mowing deck into the
cutting position.
b. Using a ruler, pencil and paper, measure and note
the distance from the paved surface to the bottom
edge of the mowing blade at the front and the back
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