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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
3000
TRACTOR
Model 3208
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 nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9723.
CUB CADET P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9723
FORM NO. 770-10292
(10/99)
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- Page 1 Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9723. CUB CADET P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9723 FORM NO. 770-10292 (10/99)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE TRACTOR PREPARTION ........2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES . - Page 3 1. GENERAL OPERATION park brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting. • Read, understand, and follow all • Turn off blade(s) when not mowing. instructions in the operator’s manual and on the machine before starting. • Stop engine and wait until blade(s) Keep this manual in a safe place for comes to a complete stop before (a) future and regular reference and for...
- Page 4 deck or contact the engine exhaust • Avoid starting or stopping on a presenting a potential fire hazard. slope. tires lose traction, disengage the blade(s) and proceed • Use only accessories approved for slowly straight down the slope. this machine by the manufacturer. Read, understand and follow all DO NOT: instructions...
- Page 5 4. SERVICE regularly. guards instructed in this manual. • Use extreme care handling gasoline and other fuels. They are • After striking a foreign object, stop extremely flammable and the vapors the engine, remove the wire from are explosive. the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
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Page 6: Calling Service Information
Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the Cub Cadet customer support department. • Every tractor has a model plate. The model plate is located on the right frame rail behind the right front tire. -
Page 7: Safety Labels Found On Your Unit
BRA KE L OCK, SHUT OF F ENGINE AND REMOVE KEY. READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL WARNING TO ENSURE SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION OF TRANSMISSION, ONLY USE CUB CADET DRIVE SYSTEM FLUID PLUS. 737-3120 - 1 QUART 737-3121 - 1 GALLON READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 8: Controls
SECTION 6: CONTROLS (Not Shown) Figure 3 Parking Brake Lever Fuel Fill Cap PTO Switch Cup Holder Brake Pedal Hydraulic Lift Lever Reverse Pedal Steering Wheel Tilt Lock Forward Pedal Cruise Control Lever Center Lift Height Indicator Choke Lever Ignition/Light Switch Throttle Lever Transmission Release Rod Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Shown) - Page 9 NOTE: engage the transmission differential References to LEFT and lock. Always make certain the diff. lock RIGHT indicate that side of the tractor when facing forward while seated in disengages when the brake pedal is the drivers seat. Reference to FRONT released.
- Page 10 Steering Wheel Tilt Lock tractor is not in use. The combination lights and ignition switch has four The steering wheel tilt lock is located positions. Figure below the steering wheel in the dash description of each position. panel. Cruise Control Lever On/Lights Figure 9 The cruise control lever is located to...
- Page 11 If the oil level is within the The hour meter operates whenever operating range, and the light remains the ignition switch is in the “ON” or on, contact your Cub Cadet dealer. “ON/LIGHTS” position. Record the actual hours of tractor operation to Low Fuel Indicator...
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Page 12: Operation
Contact your approved gasoline container. authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. The safety interlock system prevents the Starting The Engine engine from cranking starting • Operator must be sitting in the... - Page 13 one minute. Then turn the ignition forward control pedal (you should key to the “OFF” position. feel the cruise latch engage). • If properly engaged, the cruise lever • Remove the key from the ignition and forward control pedal should switch.
- Page 14 Back the tractor with attachment up IMPORTANT: The PTO clutch can- the steepest portion of each slope you not be operated when the tractor is intend to work. If the tractor cannot driving in the reverse direction. The negotiate the slope in reverse, the PTO switch must in the “OFF”...
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Page 15: Adjustments
Under these conditions it may be of Cub Cadet’s high quality mowing necessary to go back over the cut decks. The following information will area a second time to get a clean cut. be helpful when using a Cub Cadet following practices will help mowing deck with your tractor. - Page 16 For the comfort of the operator, this trac- Checking the Brake. tor is equipped with an adjustable tilt Place the tractor on a firm and level steering wheel. To adjust the steering surface. Stop the engine and remove wheel: push the steering wheel tilt lock the ignition key.
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Page 17: Maintenance
Change air cleaner † † † paper cartride Change Coolant Every 400 hrs.-Contact your Cub Cadet dealer ‡ Change oil and filter after first 8 hours † More often under dusty conditions †† Clean every 25 hours or more often under dusty or dirty conditions NOTE: We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit. -
Page 18: Lubrication Illustration
LUBRICATION ILLUSTRATION Cub Cadet 251H EP Grease or equivalent No. 2 lithium grease Engine Oil: See Figure 28 on page 29 Transmission Oil - Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus - ONLY Oil Can (High quality lubricating oil) - Page 19 Accessing Engine Compartment panels. To remove the quick release side panels (see Figure 17): The engine compartment can be accessed by lifting the hood upward • Open the hood by pulling up. from the recessed notches of the side • Flip quick release fasteners up and panels and tipping the hood forward.
- Page 20 Battery Removal Frame Pedestal The battery is located under the dash panel. The top of the battery can be accessed by lifting the hood, removing the upper bulkhead and reaching between the bulkhead and the dash Battery panel. There is a rubber strap holding the battery in place.
- Page 21 • All batteries discharge during Align a locking post of the bulb storage. Keep the exterior of the base with the notch in the socket, battery clean, especially the top. A then push the new bulb inward dirty battery will discharge itself and turn clockwise to lock more rapidly.
- Page 22 Ensure that the valve caps are Adding Transmission Oil securely tightened in place to prevent WARNING: The fluid for your air loss and to protect the valve core. transmission has been spe- Do not overload the tractor tires by cially formulated to ensure mounting equipment on the tractor the safe and proper opera- which exceeds the load capacity of the...
- Page 23 Changing Transmission Oil NOTE: Do not reuse the transmission oil. Contaminated transmission oil can WARNING: The fluid for your damage the hydro transmission. transmission has been spe- cially formulated to ensure Please dispose of used oil the safe and proper opera- appropriate recycling tion of your tractor.
- Page 24 Using the lubrication illustration as a 25 Amp Relay guide, make certain that all lubrication Fuses fittings are installed and functioning. Be sure all fittings are free from dirt and paint so the lubricant is certain to enter the bearing. Using a pressure lubricating gun, always force the lubricant through the full length of each bearing until it...
- Page 25 WARNING: Fuel left in the • Remove the spark plugs and pour one (1) ounce of engine oil through fuel tank during warm the spark plug holes into the weather deteriorates cylinders. Crank the engine several will cause serious starting times to distribute the oil.
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Page 26: Engine Information
SECTION 10: ENGINE INFORMATION KAWASAKI LIMITED WARRANTY CALIFORNIA AND FEDERAL EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM LAWN AND GARDEN AND UTILITY 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 Lawn and Garden and Utility engine. - Page 27 LIMITATIONS. This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following: (a) Repair or replacement as a result of (i) misuse or neglect, (ii) lack of required maintenance, (iii) repairs improperly performed or replacements improperly installed, (iv) use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to Kawasaki specifications which adversely affect performance and or durability, (v) alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by Kawasaki.
- Page 28 Cleaning The Engine WARNING: Keep the muf- This tractor has a liquid-cooled engine. fler area clean. Before running Air must be able to circulate freely the engine, clean the muffler through the engine radiator. Keep this area to remove all combusti- area free of accumulated dirt and ble debris.
- Page 29 Adding Engine Oil • Remove the oil filler cap from the oil fill tube and SLOWLY pour in oil. Fill the crankcase until the oil level Oil Filler Cap reaches the “FULL” mark on the Radiator Cap (Next to Air Filter) dipstick.
- Page 30 Run the engine for a few minutes to • Refill crankcase with quantity and type of appropriate oil. allow the oil in the crankcase to warm up. Warm oil will flow more freely and • Check oil level and make sure that carry away more of the engine oil filler cap, dipstick and drain valve sediment which may have settled at...
- Page 31 Changing The Air Cleaner • Remove the aircleaner cover knobs and cover. • Remove the foam precleaner by Knobs sliding it up off the paper element. • Wash the precleaner in warm water Washers with detergent. Rinse the precleaner thoroughly until all traces of the Air Cleaner detergent are eliminated.
- Page 32 Engine Cooling System Hot Weather Operation This engine is equipped with a highly If the lowest ambient temperature will efficient pressurized cooling system not fall below 32°F, distilled water with using a thermostat to maintain an corrosion and rust inhibitor additives is optimum operating temperature.
- Page 33 • Visually check coolant level in Bottom of radiator. The coolant level must be Filler Neck maintained at the bottom of the filler neck. • Periodically check the recovery tank for cracking and damage. Proper operation of the cooling system requires that the coolant level be maintained between the HIGH “H”...
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Page 34: Trouble Shooting
SECTION 11: TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy Hard To Start No fuel in fuel tank or carburetor Fill the tank with fuel. Check the fuel line, carburetor and fuel filter. Fuel ine or carburetor clogged Clean the fuel line and carburetor with a commercial carburetor cleaner. - Page 35 Possible Cause Possible Remedy Fuel tank air vent clogged Remove obstruction from the vent in the fuel tank cap. Air leakage between carburetor and engine Remove air cleaner. Tighten the carburetor and manifold mounting hardware. Replace any damaged parts as indicated in “MAIN- TENANCE.”...
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Page 36: Optional Equipment
However, later you may wish to obtain optional equipment or accessories. These items and other allied equipment can be purchased from, and installed by, your authorized Cub Cadet dealer. This tractor can be used for many different types of work, and because it is called on to operate under many different conditions, a variety or equipment is available to adapt it to the requirements of the user. -
Page 37: Slope Gauge
SECTION 13: SLOPE GAUGE WARNING: Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk- behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury. -
Page 39: Specifications
Transmission ........Hydrostatic Transmission Oil ....Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus Transmission Oil Capacity . -
Page 40: Limited Warranty - Commercial Use
CUB CADET CORPORATION MANUFACTURER’S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (COMMERCIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET CORPORATION (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. - Page 41 The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. CUB CADET shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages including, without limitation, to any claim for loss of profits, loss of savings or revenue, loss of the use of the...
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Page 42: Limited Warranty - Residential Use
(3) years for Series 2000 products manufactured after August 1, 1997 for residential users, commencing on the date of original purchase or lease and CUB CADET will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any PTO clutch or mounting hardware found to be defective in material or workmanship provided this product has been operated and maintained as set forth above. - Page 43 CUB CADET. During the period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.
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Page 44: Quick Reference Parts
KM-11013-2139 FOAM KM-11013-2114 PRE-CLEANER Engine Oil Filter KM-49065-2071 Spark Plug KM-BMR4A Transmission Oil Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus 737-3120 - Quart 737-3121 - Gallon Transmission Oil Filter 923-3014 Mower Deck 44” Deck -759-3939 (3) Blades 48” Deck -759-3826 (3) 54”...