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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor Model: CLT-180 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY CADET, 60 OTTAWA STREET SOUTH, KITCHENER, ONT. N2G 3S7 772C0701 (1/04) PRINTED IN UNITED-STATES...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
XXXXXXXXXXX XXX-XXXXXX This is where your serial number will be. Copy the model number here: CUB CADET CANADA Copy the serial number here: KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1 CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any question regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call your service 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
25. Disengage all attachment clutches, depress the 6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. brake pedal completely and shift into neutral before Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. attempting to start engine. Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front 26. - Page 5 feature is a reminder not to cut in reverse and h. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more to help avoid back over accidents. Do not than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to defeat it. allow space for fuel expansion.
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Page 6: Safety Labels Found On Your Unit
10. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to nal equipment specifications may lead to improper the machine while the engine is running. performance and compromise safety!” 11. Grass catcher components and the discharge 12. Do not change the engine governor settings or cover are subject to wear and damage which could over-speed the engine. -
Page 7: Slope Gauge
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Page 8: Tractor Set-Up
SECTION 4: TRACTOR SET-UP NOTE: ATTACHING THE STEERING WHEEL Reference to RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor in this manual is observed from operator’s In the event your tractor was crated with the steering position. wheel and the seat removed for shipping reasons, use the following instructions to properly assemble the ATTACHING THE BATTERY CABLES parts. - Page 9 ATTACHING THE SEAT Standard Adjustment Seat styles vary by tractor model and there are three different styles available: Hex Screws • Standard Adjustment • Quick Adjustment Shoulder Screws • Knob Adjustment Refer to Figure 3, Figure 4 and Figure 5 to identify your Opening in Slot tractor’s seat style and follow applicable instructions.
- Page 10 GAS AND OIL FILL-UP WARNING: The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a mower without the discharge cover in the capacity of either two or three gallons. Do not overfill. proper operating position could result in WARNING: Use extreme care when...
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Page 11: Controls
SECTION 5: CONTROLS NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. A* PTO (Power Take-off) Lever (Models with manual PTO) Cruise Control Button PTO (Power Take-off) Knob (Models with electrique PTO) H Ignition Switch Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter Brake Pedal Choke Control Drive Pedal Cup Holder Cargo Net (Not Shown) -
Page 12: Operation
THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER IGNITION SWITCH The throttle control lever is located on the right side of Never leave running WARNING: the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed machine unattended. Always disengage the of the engine and, on some models, when pushed all PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set the way forward, the choke control also. - Page 13 SYSTEMS INDICATOR MONITOR / HOUR ELECTRIC PTO (POWER METER TAKE-OFF) KNOB Your tractor is equipped with either an hour meter or an To engage the power to the ammeter as part of two available system indicator cutting deck or other (separately monitors.
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Page 14: Safety Interlock Switches
CRUISE CONTROL PARKING BRAKE BUTTON BUTTON The cruise control button is To set the parking brake, fully located on the tractor dash panel depress the brake pedal and to the left of the ignition switch. push the parking brake button in. Push the cruise control button Hold the button in while taking while traveling forward at a... -
Page 15: Adjustments
inch above the ground when the tractor is on a smooth, • Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the OFF flat surface such as a driveway. position. • Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent WARNING: Keep hands and feet away unintended starting. - Page 16 NOTE: MOVING THE TRACTOR MANUALLY The parking brake must be engaged if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a engine will automatically shut off. hydrostatic relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the tractor manually.
- Page 17 • Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go Front View Pull Out Push In back over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut. • Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to mow lawns, NOT clear brush.
- Page 18 To operate the cutting deck without mulching, simply • Turn the key one notch counterclockwise into the remove the mulch plug by unthreading the plastic wing On/Lights position of the ignition switch. Refer to nut and removing the cupped washer, which fastens it Figure 9.
- Page 19 • With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor. • Measure the distance from the outside of the left Screws blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the right blade tip to the ground.
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Page 20: Maintenance
• Using a feeler gauge, check the gap between the Zerk Fitting Hex Nut and brake disc and the brake puck. Proper gap is Pivot Bar (if so equipped) Lock Washer 0.011". • Tighten the crown nut until the proper gap is achieved. -
Page 21: Lubrication
Changing Engine Oil • Unscrew oil fill cap and remove dipstick from the oil fill tube. See Figure 22. • Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the oil drain port. See Figure •... -
Page 22: Service
Pivot Points & Linkage Front Wheels Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, Each of the front wheel axles is equipped with a grease parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season fitting. Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours with light oil. - Page 23 When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade IMPORTANT: Never jump your tractor’s dead battery with the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a with the battery of a running vehicle. part number stamped in it) facing the ground when the •...
- Page 24 WARNING: IMPORTANT: Always use a fuse with the The V-belts found on your tractor are same amperage capacity for replacement. specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. For a proper working machine, CUTTING DECK REMOVAL use factory approved belts.
- Page 25 Models with Manual PTO Engine Pulley PTO Idler Bracket Deck belt (Bottom) Left Hand Pulley (mounted on tractor) PTO belt (Top) Right Hand Pulley (beneath belt guard) Deck Idler Pulley Center Pulley NOTE: Self-Tapping Screws Left hand belt cover not shown for clarity. Figure 27 Models with Electric PTO PTO Idler Bracket...
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Page 26: Off-Season Storage
Transmission Pulley Fixed V-idler Pulley (Beneath Cooling Fan) Left Frame Rail V-idler Pulley Flat idler Pulley Idler Extension Spring Engine Pulley Double-Idler Bracket Drive Belt FRONT OF TRACTOR Hydrostatic Transmission NOTE: View shown from above tractor. Figure 29 IMPORTANT: HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION The fins on the cooling fan are only slightly flexible. - Page 27 SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO lever engaged. Place PTO lever in disengaged (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Connect wire(s) to spark plug. Throttle control not in correct position Place throttle lever to fast or choke (if so equipped).
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Page 28: Warranty
THREE (3) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years from the date of original purchase of our products, we will either repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. Factory or authorized service firm, any part found to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL and WORKMANSHIP for the original purchaser. - Page 29 NOTES...
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