Cub Cadet GT1554 Operator's Manual
1500 series hydrostatic garden tractor
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Operator's Manual
S
ERIES 1500
Hydrostatic Garden Tractor
Model GT1554
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
FORM NO. 769-01668G.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(11/27/2006)
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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
DEALER LOCATOR PHONE NUMBER: 877-282-8684 CUSTOMER SUPPORT Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer, without first contacting the Cub Cadet Care Network. If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, you can seek help from the experts. -
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 shift to neutral and coast downhill. Over- manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your speeding may cause the operator to lose control of Cub Cadet dealer for assistance. the machine resulting 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 your 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 other For safety protection, frequently check components and safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. replace immediately with original equipment 9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against manual.
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Page 7: Slope Gauge
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Page 8: Tractor Set-Up
SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Gas and Oil Fill-up The gasoline tank is located under the fender and has a capacity of three and-a-half gallons. Unthread the fuel cap by turning it counterclockwise. Use only clean, fresh (under 30 days old), unleaded gasoline. Fill tank to no more than four inches below the top of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion. -
Page 9: Know Your Garden Tractor
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Figure 2 A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter H PTO (Blade Engage) Knob B Throttle Control Lever I Brake Pedal C Choke Control J Drive Pedal D Parking Brake Lever K Cruise Control Lever E Seat Adjustment Lever L Deck Lift Lever F Fuel Tank Cap M Cup Holder... -
Page 10: Throttle Control Lever
Throttle Control Lever Ignition Switch Module The throttle control lever is Fast WARNING: Never leave a running machine located on the left side of the Position unattended. Always disengage PTO, move tractor’s dash panel. This lever shift lever into neutral position, set parking controls the speed of the engine. -
Page 11: Cruise Control
Refer to return to its original position. the MAINTENANCE section of this manual for the proper Always set the parking brake when IMPORTANT: battery charging procedure or have the charging leaving the tractor unattended. system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. -
Page 12: Operating Your Garden Tractor
See Figure 4. should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. 4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. be driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) • The safety interlock system prevents the engine engaged. -
Page 13: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Driving The Tractor WARNING: WARNING: Never operate the tractor if the Avoid sudden starts, ex- interlock system is malfunctioning. This cessive speed and sudden stops. system was designed for your safety. WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the NOTE: Refer to the TRACTOR SET-UP on page 8 of this tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade... -
Page 14: Driving On Slopes
Driving On Slopes Using the Deck Lift Lever Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 7 to help determine To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the slopes where you may operate the tractor safely. left, then place it in the notch best suited for your application. - Page 15 • Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet’s quality engaged (ON) position. See Figure 7. cutting decks. The following information will be helpful •...
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Page 16: Making Adjustments
SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: • Tighten the inner hex nuts front against the front Never attempt to make any hanger bracket to raise the front of the deck; loosen adjustments while the engine is running, the hex nuts to lower the front of the deck. See except where specified in the operator’s Figure 8. -
Page 17: Parking Brake Adjustment
(and the hydrostatic relief valve open), the Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are threaded brake is in need of adjustment. See your Cub Cadet into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the dealer to have the brake properly adjusted. -
Page 18: Maintaining Your Garden Tractor
4°C (40°F). engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty **Synthetic oils will provide better starting in extreme cold below repairs must be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. 23°C (-10°F). Engine Oil Recommendations Using the proper type and weight of engine oil is... -
Page 19: Changing The Engine Oil
Changing the Engine OIl The engine oil and oil filter should be changed after Oil Fill Cap / every 50 hours of tractor operation. Dipstick WARNING: If the engine has been recently run, the engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin. -
Page 20: Air Filter
IMPORTANT: • If any loose dirt or debris fell on the air cleaner base serviced by your Cub Cadet dealer before operating the when the element was removed, carefully remove it tractor. and wipe the base clean. Be careful that none of it drops into the intake. - Page 21 Make certain the tractor’s discharge chute IMPORTANT: is directed AWAY from your house, garage, parked Feeler Gauge cars, etc. 2. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the Spark Plug parking brake and stop the engine. 3. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your tractor’s Operator’s Manual) onto the end of your garden hose.
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Page 22: Carburetor
Carburetor adjustments should be made only inspecting, always disengage PTO, set after the engine has warmed up. parking brake, stop engine and remove key to The engines on Cub Cadet Series 1500 tractors are prevent unintended starting. equipped with a fixed main jet carburetor. Engine... - Page 23 Adjustment 3. Low Idle Speed Setting: Place the throttle control into the “idle” or “slow” position. Set the low idle NOTE: Engines may have a fixed idle or limiter cap on speed to 1500 RPM* (± 75 RPM) by turning the low the idle fuel adjusting screw.
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Page 24: Service
SECTION 8: SERVICE Tires The blades may be removed as follows. • Remove the deck from beneath the tractor (refer to WARNING: Never exceed the maximum Cutting Deck Removal on page 26), then gently flip the inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the deck over to expose its underside. -
Page 25: Cutting Deck Removal
Battery Charging WARNING: Batteries give off an explosive California Proposition 65 Warning: Battery gas while charging. Charge the battery in a posts, terminals, and related accessories well ventilated area and keep away from an contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, known to the State of California to cause space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other... -
Page 26: Hydrostatic Transmission
Several components must be removed and special tools (i.e. air/impact wrench) used in order to change the tractor’s transmission drive belt. See your Cub Cadet dealer to have your drive belt replaced. Hydrostatic Transmission Keep the area around the transmission cooling fan free of grass and debris at all times. -
Page 28: Off-Season Storage
SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: To empty the system, run the engine until the tank MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 18 of this and system are empty. manual before storing for an extended period. WARNING: Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors, away from an... -
Page 29: Maintenance Log
SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE LOG Please keep a record of the maintenance performed on your tractor. Date Hour Meter Maintenance Performed by... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO/Blade Engage 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: Attachments & Accessories
SECTION 13: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Series 1500 Garden Tractors. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. Attachments 19A-102 16 cu. ft. Steel Tow Cart 19A-103 42"... -
Page 32: Replacement Parts
Hub Cap 931-3020 Fuel Tank Cap 951-3124D Choke Control/Cable 746-04120 Throttle Control/Cable 746-04352 Discharge Chute Assembly 631-04070A WARNING: If a safety feature is not functioning properly, do not use the tractor. Contact your Cub Cadet Dealer or call (800) 965-4CUB. -
Page 33: Specifications
529 lb. (240 kg.) * Cub Cadet reserves the right to change product specifications, design, and standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligation ** Kohler’s horsepower ratings exceed Society of Automotive Engineers Small Engine Test Code J1940. Actual engine horsepower is lower and affected by, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, fuel pump, etc.), application, engine speed and ambient... - Page 34 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2006 lawn mower. In California, new lawn mower must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower.
- Page 35 KOHLER CO. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY UTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Kohler Co. are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your small off-road equipment engine. For California, engines produced in 1995 and later must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state’s stringent anti-smog standards.
- Page 36 The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure. new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the b.