Cub Cadet 1525 Operator's Manual
Series 1500 hydrostatic lawn tractor
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Operator's Manual
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.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
ECO 12611
Series 1500
Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor
FORM NO. 769-00580A
Models 1525
1527
1/03
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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 arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your Cub Cadet dealer. •... -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION 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 Operation
6. Do not coast downhill. Over-speeding may cause manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your the operator to lose control of the machine resulting Cub Cadet dealer for assistance. in serious injury or death. 7. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. - Page 5 Gasoline is frame, your unit should be serviced professionally extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. by an authorized Cub Cadet dealer. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is 4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.
- Page 6 8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or 13. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for other safety devices. Check their proper operation gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment. regularly. 14. Grass catcher components and the discharge 9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, cover are subject to wear and damage which could disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
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Page 7: Slope Gauge
SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE... -
Page 8: Tractor Set-Up
Rubber Boot Hex Bolt Warning Tag Wing Mulch Plug NOTE: Model 1525 has a hairpin clip in place of a shipping brace Figure 2 Figure 1 • While holding the discharge chute with your left NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date... -
Page 9: Know Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR BRAKE NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 3 Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter H Ignition Switch Throttle Control Lever Brake Pedal Choke Control Drive Pedal Parking Brake Lever Cruise Control Lever Fuel Tank Cap Deck Lift Lever Seat Adjustment Lever M Cup Holder... -
Page 10: Throttle Control Lever
Throttle Control Lever Ignition Switch 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: Cruise Control
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. Cup Holder... -
Page 12: Operating Your Lawn Tractor
If the wheels contact the surface adjust as follows: should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. a. Raise the deck lift handle to its highest Contact a Cub Cadet dealer. setting. The safety interlock system prevents the engine from b. -
Page 13: Stopping The Engine
• 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 operate the tractor with the choke Shoulder Screws control in any position other than fully depressed (choke open). -
Page 14: Driving On Slopes
Setting The Cruise Control • Briefly depress the brake pedal to release the 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. - 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.
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Page 16: Making Adjustments
Mulching Carriage Screw Model 1525 & 1527 lawn tractors come equipped with a mulch kit which incorporates special blades, already standard on your tractor, in a process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath the cutting deck. The ultra-fine clippings are then blown back into the lawn where they act as a natural fertilizer. -
Page 17: Leveling The Deck
Leveling the Deck necessary as follows: • With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to position) and rotate both blades so that they are Tires on page 24 for information regarding tire pressure. -
Page 18: Steering Adjustment
• 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 Axle Crown Nut Brake Disc Jam Nut Ball Joint Figure 15 NOTE: View shown from beneath tractor. -
Page 19: Adding Engine Oil
FULL mark. Always re-check the oil engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty level with the dipstick before adding more oil. repairs must be performed by your Cub Cadet Dealer. Never operate the engine with the oil level... -
Page 20: Changing The Engine Oil
• 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: Air Filter
Foam Precleaner valve for leaks before operating the tractor. If leaks are present, have your engine IMPORTANT: Clasps Air Cleaner Cover serviced by your Cub Cadet dealer before operating the tractor. Figure 19 Model 1527 ONLY Air Filter • Pull the two clasps away from the sides of the air The engine is equipped with a replaceable foam pre- cleaner cover;... -
Page 22: Spark Plug
Replace all damaged air 0.75 mm (0.030 in.). cleaner components. Air Filter Installation Feeler Gauge Model 1525 ONLY • Carefully install the paper element and foam Spark Plug precleaner in the air cleaner cover. •... - Page 23 Fuel Filter and Pump WARNING: Do not replace the fuel filter or pump when engine is hot. Grease Fitting 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.
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Page 24: Service
SECTION 8: SERVICE Head Lamp Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly. WARNING: If the engine has been recently Cutting Blades run, the engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, burns to the skin. -
Page 25: Cutting Deck Removal
Do not allow cable bottom notch on the right fender. clamps to touch. • Pull the PTO idler bracket (on deck of Model 1525; under center of tractor frame Model 1527) against • Connect positive (+) cable to positive post (+) of its tensioner spring to loosen the tension on the your tractor’s discharged battery. -
Page 26: Changing The Deck Belt(S)
• Pull the deck support pin outward to release the left Model 1525 side of the deck from the deck lift arm. See Figure 26. • Remove the belt guards by removing the self- •... -
Page 27: Changing The Transmission Drive Belt
(e.g. tractor • Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the lift, impact tools) at your nearest Cub Cadet dealer. Read bottom notch on the right fender. through the following procedure prior to attempting it to determine if you feel you could successfully complete it. -
Page 28: Hydrostatic Transmission
• Pivot the double-idler bracket to relieve as much The fins on the cooling fan are only slightly IMPORTANT: spring tension as possible, then unhook the idler flexible. Be careful not to damage the fan when extension spring from the screw and the idler removing the drive belt from around the transmission bracket itself. -
Page 29: Off-Season Storage
• Store the engine in a clean, dry place. • Model 1525: Reconnect the fuel line and run the engine until it starts to falter, then use the choke to WARNING: Never store the machine or... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action 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) Crankcase (approximately) 1.8 quarts / 57.6 oz. (1.7 liters) 1.8 quarts / 57.6 oz. (1.7 liters) 4.9 pints / 78.8 oz. (2.3 liters) 4.9 pints / 78.8 oz. (2.3 liters) -
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: Warranty Information
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 3. 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 dealer.
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Page 35: Cub Cadet Llc
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 P.O. - Page 36 CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY (RESIDENTIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, LLC (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise pur- blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as...