Cub Cadet XT3 enduro series Operator's Manual

Cub Cadet XT3 enduro series Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are
applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may differ from yours.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
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Form No. 769-11103A
(December 7, 2015)

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  • Page 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA Form No. 769-11103A...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.cubcadet.com/tutorials ◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 965-4CUB ◊ Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019...
  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    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 A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes roads and while not cutting grass.
  • Page 5 Service Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the Safe Handling of Gasoline: presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme the dangers.
  • Page 6: Spark Arrestor

    Do not modify engine Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades way.
  • Page 7: Safety Symbols

    Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER—...
  • Page 8 2 — i ection mportant peration racticeS...
  • Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up

    Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Crate • One Garden Tractor • One Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual Connecting the Battery Cables NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories...
  • Page 10 Installing the Steering Wheel (If necessary) Adjusting the Seat The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has been packed To adjust the position of the seat, push the seat adjustment lever within the steering wheel, beneath the steering wheel cap. to the left.
  • Page 11: Controls & Features

    Controls & Features Differential Lock Indicator Light LCD Service Minder & Hour Meter Choke Control Cruise Control/ Parking Brake Lever PTO/Blade Engage Lever Throttle Control Ignition Switch Module Forward Drive Pedal Brake Pedal Steering Tilt Lever Reverse Drive Pedal Cup Holder Electric Lift Switch Differential Lock Handle...
  • Page 12 Manual Lift Lever (If so equipped) Forward Drive Pedal The forward drive pedal is located on the right side of the tractor, along the running board. Press the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to travel forward. Ground speed is also controlled with the drive pedal. The further forward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will travel.
  • Page 13 Low Gas Window LCD Service Minder & Hour Meter When the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position but not The low gas window is located at the rear of into the START position, the LCD Service Minder and Hour Meter the tractor.
  • Page 14: Operation

    After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control. protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate tractor. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a “rich” fuel mixture and •...
  • Page 15: Driving The Tractor

    Reverse Caution Mode Driving The Tractor WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch and sudden stops. module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged. NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended. Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake WARNING!
  • Page 16: Engaging The Parking Brake

    Driving On Slopes Setting The Cruise Control Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes WARNING! Never engage the cruise control lever where you may operate the tractor safely. while traveling in reverse. 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).
  • Page 17: Operating The Headlights

    Operating the Headlights Using the Differential Lock (If so equipped) The lamps are ON whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the WARNING! When the differential lock is on, be STOP position. The lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is sure to allow for a larger turning radius and greater moved to the STOP position.
  • Page 18: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Schedule Before After Every Every Every 10 Every 25 Every 50 Prior to Each First 5 Engine Hours Hours Hours Storing Hours Hours Hours Manual Check/Clean Engine Intake Screen Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Check Transmission Oil Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts Clean Battery Terminals...
  • Page 19: Battery/Engine

    Warranty repairs must be be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. caution to avoid burns. To complete an oil change, proceed as follows: Run the engine for a short time to warm the engine oil.
  • Page 20: Hydrostatic Transmission Oil

    Remove the oil fill plug/dipstick from the oil fill port and SLOWLY pour oil into the oil fill port. Fill the transmission NOTE : The approved fluid is Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid case until the oil level reaches the “FULL” mark on the Plus.
  • Page 21: Cleaning The Tractor

    Cleaning the Tractor Lubrication Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, fins of the engine, the transmission’s cooling fan or on any other stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended part of the machine.
  • Page 22: Adjustments

    Adjustments Lift Handle Adjustment (If so equipped) The effort required to operate the implement lift handle can be Seat Adjustment varied by loosening or tightening the lift assist spring adjusting Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for seat bolt on the left side of the tractor.
  • Page 23 Loosen the jam nuts from the ball joints. See Figure 6-8. Move the ends of the pivot bar up and down to check for binding. If binding is present, loosen the lock nuts until binding is eliminated. See Figure 6-9. Adjustment Bolts Hex Lock Nut Ball Joint...
  • Page 24: Service

    Service Battery Note which battery tray hole the RH side of the hold-down rod is hooked into. Common Causes For Battery Failure Rotate the hold-down rod upward, over and around the battery to unhook from the battery tray. Overcharging Lift the battery out off the battery tray and remove from Undercharging the tractor.
  • Page 25 Headlights Refer to Replacement Parts section when replacement of head lamp bulbs is necessary. Replace headlight bulbs as follows: Fully raise the hood of the tractor. Unplug the wire harness leads from the headlight socket terminals. Note which wire connects to each terminal before disconnecting.
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Excessive vibration 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 1. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 2. Replace blade. Mower will not mulch grass 1. Engine speed too low. 1. Place throttle in FAST (rabbit) position. (If equipped) 2.
  • Page 27: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 759-3336 Spark Plug KH-52-050-02-S1 Oil Filter KH-24-050-13-S Fuel Filter KH-47-883-03-S1 AIr Filter & Pre-Cleaner 925-1707D Battery 951-12725 Fuel Cap 946-04759A Choke Control Cable 946-04771A Throttle Control Cable 925-05000 Ignition Key 925-0963 12V Bulb 634-05162 Rear Wheel Assembly, 23 x 10.5 x 12 634-05161...
  • Page 28: Attachments & Accessories

    Attachments & Accessories Part No. Part 19B40012100 42” Stamped Deck 19B40015100 48” Fabricated Deck 19B40013100 50” Stamped Deck 19B40014100 54” Stamped Deck 19B40016100 54” Fabricated Deck 19A40025100 60” Fabricated Deck 19A40032100 Snow Cab/Sun Shade Combo Kit 19A40034100 Snow Cab 19A40033100 Sun Shade 19A40026100 Cab Hauler...
  • Page 29 Notes...
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  • Page 32 Frame and Front Axle — Cub Cadet warrants the frame, and front cast iron purpose. No warranties shall apply after the applicable period pivot axle against defects in material and workmanship for a period of of express written warranty above.

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