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Cub Cadet 1527 Operator's Manual

1500 series hydrostatic lawn tractor
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Operator's Manual
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Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor
Models 1525
1527
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 attester meeting applicable local or state
Iaws (if any). If a spark attester
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 attester for the muffler is avaiIable through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department,
P.O. Box
361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,
OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 769-00580
11/02

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  • Page 1 (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark attester for the muffler is avaiIable through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
  • Page 2 The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your Cub Cadet dealer. You can locate the model number by looking beneath the seat. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES 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.

  • Page 4: Slope Gauge

    Do not coast downhill. Over-speeding may cause manual, usecareandgood judgment. Contact your the operator to lose control of the machine resulting Cub Cadet dealer for assistance. in serious injury or death. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. SLOPE OPERATION loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes...
  • Page 5 Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is by an authorized Cub Cadet dealer. spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
  • Page 6 8. Never t amper w iththesafety interlock system or Observe proper d isposal laws andregulations for othersafety devices. C heck t heirproper o peration gas,oil,etc.to protect theenvironment. regularly. Grass catcher c omponents andthedischarge 9. Afterstriking a foreign object, s toptheengine, cover a resubject t owearanddamage which could disconnect thesparkplug wire(s) a ndground expose moving partsorallowobjects tobethrown.
  • Page 7 SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST '_-- "'-'._OLo o^, _ ,, ,,,, , v/.90-,..WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury.

  • Page 8: Tractor Set-Up

    SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP IMPORTANT: Your tractor is shipped with oil in the Attaching theBatteryCables engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The operating. Refer to Checkingthe 0il Levelon page 19 for negative battery terminal is marked Neg.

  • Page 9: Know Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWNTRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 3 Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter Ignition Switch Throttle Control Lever Brake Pedal Choke Control Drive Pedal Cruise Control Lever Parking Brake Lever Deck Lift Lever Fuel Tank Cap Seat Adjustment Lever Cup Holder PTO (PowerTake-off)
  • Page 10 ThrottleControl Lever IgnitionSwitch The throttle control lever is located on the left side of the WARNING: Never leave running tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed of machine unattended. Always disengage the the engine. When set in a given position, the throttle will PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and maintain a uniform engine speed.
  • Page 11 To release the engine's charging system checked by a parking brake, depress the brake pedal slightly. The Cub Cadet dealer. parking brake lever will then return to its original position. CupHolder...
  • Page 12 If the wheels contact the surface adjust as follows: should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Raise the deck lift handle to its highest Contact a Cub Cadet dealer. The safety interlock setting. system prevents the engine from cranking or starting...
  • Page 13 After the engine starts, allow the engine to warm up Lock nut by running it for 3 to 5 minutes at mid throttle before putting the equipment under load. NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while Shoulder Screws operating the tractor.
  • Page 14 Briefly depress the brake pedal to release the SettingTheCruiseControl parking brake. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position. NOTE: The cruise control feature should only be To travel FORWARD, slowly depress the upper utilized while traveling in the forward direction. portion of the drive pedal forward until the desired Slowly depress the upper portion of the drive pedal speed is achieved.
  • Page 15 Stop machine if anyone enters the area. 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.

  • Page 16: Making Adjustments

    WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug normally does not need adjustment. performing adjustments, repairs If the engine is hard to start, runs roughly, or stalls at maintenance. low idle speed, contact your Cub Cadet dealer for carburetor service.
  • Page 17 With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, Leveling theDeck place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate both blades so that they are NOTE: Check tractor's tire pressure before perpendicular with the tractor. performing any deck leveling adjustments.
  • Page 18 Looking at the transmission from the right side of Hex Nut and the tractor, locate the compression spring and Lock Washer brake disc. See Figure 14. Brake Rod Pivot Bar Jam Nut Ball Joint Figure 15 NOTE: View shown from beneath tractor. NOTE: Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag links will cause the front fires to "toe-in"...

  • Page 19: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

    Warranty level with the dipstick before adding more oil. repairs must be performed by your Cub Cadet Dealer. IMPORTANT:Never operate the engine with the oil level below the ADD mark or above the FULL mark on the Engine 0il dipstick.
  • Page 20 Fill the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full Grasp the side panel just behind the grille and pull (F) mark on the dipstick. Refer to Figure 16. Refer outward to release the side panel from the tapered to the viscosity oil chart earlier in this section for bushings on the grille.
  • Page 21 Foam Precleaner valve for leaks before operating the tractor. Clasps Air Cleaner Cover IMPORTANT: If leaks are present, have your engine serviced by your Cub Cadet dealer before operating the Figure 19 tractor. Model 1527 ONLY Air Filter Pull the two clasps away from the sides of the air cleaner cover;...
  • Page 22 Service the F0amPrecleaner Spark Plug Clean the precleaner after every 25 hours of Every 100 hours of operation, remove the spark plug, operation. More often if operating under extremely check its condition, and reset the gap or replace with a dusty or dirty conditions.
  • Page 23 Fuel Filter and Pump WARNING: pump when engine is hot. Do not replace the fuel filter or The engine is equipped with an inline fuel filter and fuel pump 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.

  • Page 24: Service

    SECTION 8: SERVICE The recommended operating tire pressure is: HeadLamp approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and WARNING: If the engine has been recently approximately 14 psi for the front tires. run, the engine, muffler and surrounding Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer's metal surfaces will be hot and can cause recommended or maximum psi.
  • Page 25 To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal Make the final connection on the engine block of amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the stalled tractor, away from the battery. Attach to the cutting edges, parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25 ° a unpainted part to assure a good connection.
  • Page 26 ChangingtheDeckBelt(s) 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). All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present.
  • Page 27 If you don't, see your Cub Cadet dealer to have the belt rotation bracket prior to securing it to the engine's changed.
  • Page 28 Remove the drive belt by feeding it from front to Reroute the new belt around the pulleys and belt rear, toward the hydrostatic transmission. See keepers, if present, EXACTLY as the old one was Figure 28. routed. Refer to Figure 28. Continue removing the drive belt by gently lifting it Hydrostatic Transmission off of the transmission pulley and over the cooling...

  • Page 29: Maintenance Chart

    SECTION 9: OFFmSEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section7: Figure 29), use a phillips screwdriver to loosen the bowl drain screw and drain the bowl. MAINTAINING YOUR LAWNTRACTOR before storing for an extended period. Phillips Engine If the engine will be out of service for 30 days or more, the fuel system must be completely emptied, or the Cleaner...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Corrective Action Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to start PTO knob engaged. Place knob in disengaged (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Connect wire to spark plug. Throttle control lever not in correct Place throttle lever to FAST position.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    SECTION 12: SPECIFICATIONS 1525 1527 Capacities Fuel Tank 3 gallons (11.4 liters) 3 gallons (11.4 liters) 1.8 quarts / 57.6 oz. (1.7 liters) 1.8 quarts / 57.6 oz. (1.7 liters) Crankcase (approximately) 4.9 pints / 78.8 oz. (2.3 liters) Transmission Case (approximately) 4.9 pints / 78.8 oz.

  • Page 32: Attachments & Accessories

    NOTE: Cub Cadet lawn tractor models 1525 and 1527 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.
  • Page 33 KAWASAKI LIMITED WARRANTY CALIFORNIA AND FEDERAL EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES The California Air Resources Board, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (hereinafter "Kawasaki") are pleased to explain the Emission Control Systems Warranty on your Kawasaki small off-road engine.
  • Page 34 LIMITED LIABILITY. (a) The liability of Kawasaki under this Emission Control Systems Warranty is limited solely to the remedying of defects in materials or workmanship by any authorized Kawasaki small off-road engine dealer at its place of business during customary business hours. This warranty does not cover inconvenience or loss of use of the small off-road engine or transportation of the small off-road engine to or from the Kawasaki...
  • Page 35 You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their property or in the Yellow Pages or contact CUB CADET by calling 1- arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the prod- 877-CUB TOUGH (1-877-282-8684) or writing to RO.
  • Page 36 LIMITED WARRANTY (RESIDENTIAL USE) Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET LLC ("CUB CADET") with respect to new merchandise pur- blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as chased and used in the United States, its possessions and...

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