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Cub Cadet 1212 Operator's Manual

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O
PERATOR'S
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-cov-
ered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
plicable 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 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
CUB CADET CORP. P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Automatic Transmission Garden Tractor
M
ANUAL
Model 1212
FORM NO. 770-10323
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(10/99)

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  • Page 1 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operator’s Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your Cub Cadet dealer. • Every tractor has a model plate. You can locate it by lifting the seat and looking at the seat bracket.

  • Page 3: Section 4: Important Safe Operation Practices

    As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    • Disengage all attachment clutches, thoroughly depress the brake pedal, and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine. • Your mower is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10". Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of dry leaves.

  • Page 5: Safety Lables Found On Your Unit

    • Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Use all guards as instructed in this manual. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.

  • Page 6: Slope Guage

    Slope Gauge...

  • Page 7: Section 5: Attachments & Accessories

    SECTION 5: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES MODEL NUMBER OEM-190-118 Mulch Kit (For 46-inch Decks Only) 190-603-101 Front Bumber Kit (Mounts On Front Of Tractor) 190-604-101 Storage Container (Mounts On Rear Of Tractor) 190-821-101 FastAttach 190-822-101 FastAttach 190-823-101 42-inch Two-stage Snowthrower 190-824-101 Sleeve Hitch with Electric Lift SLEEVE HITCH ATTACHMENTS 190-825-101...

  • Page 8: Section 7: Controls

    SECTION 7: CONTROLS Ignition Switch Throttle Control Lever Choke Control Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter Lift Lever PTO (Power Take-Off) Knob G Brake Pedal NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position. NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity.

  • Page 9: Throttle Control Lever

    IGNITION SWITCH To start the engine, insert key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position. Release key to the ON position once engine has fired. See Figure 4. Refer to STARTING THE ENGINE in the OPERATION section of this manual for detailed starting instructions.

  • Page 10: Brake Pedal

    LIFT LEVER The lift lever is used to change the operating position (height) of the cutting deck. To operate, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application. ELECTRIC PTO (POWER TAKE-OFF) KNOB To engage the power to the cutting deck or other attachments, pull outward on the PTO knob.

  • Page 11: Section 8: Operation

    If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact a Cub Cadet Dealer in your area. The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the PTO knob is in the disengaged (OFF) position.
  • Page 12 SETTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right side of the fender. Then adjust the deck wheels, or rollers (on units equipped with a 50"...

  • Page 13: Operating The Headlights

    SETTING THE CRUISE CONTROL NOTE: The cruise control feature should only be utilized in the forward direction. • Move shift lever FORWARD—Hi or FORWARD—Lo position, then slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved. • Lightly push cruise downward.

  • Page 14: Section 9: Adjustments

    REVERSE or the PTO will automatically shut off. Refer to SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES in this section. MOWING This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet’s high quality cutting decks. The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor.
  • Page 15 • Loosen the two jam nuts on the rear side of the deck stabilizer bracket. See Figure 8A. • Locate the two lock nuts on the opposite side of the stabilizer bracket. See Figure 8A. Tighten the lock nuts to raise the front of the deck; loosen the lock nuts to lower the front of the deck. •...

  • Page 16: Steering Adjustment

    NOTE: Be certain that the left roller bracket and the right roller bracket are set in the same position. SEAT ADJUSTMENT To adjust the position of the seat, move the seat adjustment lever (located under the seat) to the left and slide the seat forward or backwards.

  • Page 17: Brake Adjustment

    BRAKE ADJUSTMENT If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied, the brake is in need of adjustment. The brake disc can be found on the right side of the transmission in the rear of the tractor.

  • Page 18: Cutting Deck Removal

    CLEANING THE ENGINE AND DECK Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly. Do NOT allow grass, leaves, and dirt to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine, especially the pulleys and other moving parts.

  • Page 19: Changing The Deck Belts

    • Move the lift lever into the top notch on the right fender to raise the deck lift arms out of the way. • Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release themselves from the deck stabilizer rod.

  • Page 20: Changing The Transmission Drive Belts

    CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELTS Variable-Speed Pulley Belt Keeper Battery Tray Opening Idler Bracket Two-speed Transmission Pulley Transmission NOTE: View shown from above tractor. All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of cracking, shredding or rotting are present.
  • Page 21 Upper Drive Belt • Locate the transmission idler pulley on the upper drive belt by looking through the battery tray opening. See Figure 17. • Pivot the transmission idler pulley toward the rear of the tractor to release tension on the upper drive belt.
  • Page 22 The drive pedal is properly adjusted when the hole found in the double idler bracket has approximately 1-3/8" of travel with ten pounds of pressure applied to the drive pedal. See Figure 19. Hole Front of Tractor NOTE: View shown from above tractor. Figure 19 Adjust the drive pedal after replacing the drive belts on your tractor, if necessary, as follows:...

  • Page 23: Cutting Blades

    TIRES The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 10 psi for the front tires. Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s recommended overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly. CUTTING BLADES WARNING: Cutting blades are sharp.

  • Page 24: Section 11: Lubrication Warning

    SECTION 11: LUBRICATION WARNING: Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine before performing any adjustments, repairs or maintenance. ENGINE Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. PIVOT POINTS Lubricate all pivot points (drive pedal, brake pedal, etc.) at least once a season with light oil.

  • Page 25: Section 12: Troubleshooting Guide

    SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Possible Trouble Cause(s) Engine will Safety switch There are two safety switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the brake pedal switch not crank button not and the seat switch. Make certain the actuator is fully depressing the button on the depressed.

  • Page 26: Parts List

    Model 1212 18/19 REF. PART 625-0051 629-0939 629-0941 629-0126 710-0599 712-3006 725-1426 725-1657A 725-1741 725-1743 725-1745 725-1747 736-0222 736-0329 629-0309 725-1752 783-0462 725-3007A 729-0357 725-1381 DESCRIPTION Bulb/Socket Headlight Assembly Wiring Harness w/o Ref. 14 (units w/ B&S Intek Twin) Wiring Harness w/o Ref. 14 (units w/ Kohler Twin) Harness Adapter, #18 x 5 Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5...

  • Page 27: Electrical System

    Electrical System BLACK YELLOW/WHITE ORANGE/BLACK YELLOW/BLACK RED/WHITE GREEN ORANGE/BLACK YELLOW ORANGE WHITE/BLACK ORANGE/WHITE GREEN BLUE GREEN...
  • Page 28 Model 1212...
  • Page 29 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 683-0195 Bracket Assembly (8-style) 710-0599 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62 710-0924 Phillips Pan Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 710-1017 Truss Phillips Screw, 1/4-20 x .625 710-1268 Screw, #10-16 x .375 710-3008 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .75 712-0271 Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20...
  • Page 30 Model 1212...

  • Page 31: Lift Assembly

    REF. PART DESCRIPTION 747-1130 Deck Stabilizer Rod 683-0197 Lift Shaft Assembly 711-0332 Clevis Pin, .5 x .78 712-0206 Hex Nut, 1/2-13 712-0431 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 712-3004A Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 712-3083 Hex Nut, 1/2-13 714-0104 Internal Cotter Pin 714-0111 Cotter Pin 716-0106 E-ring...
  • Page 32 Model 1212...

  • Page 33: Steering Assembly

    REF. PART DESCRIPTION 683-0304 Lower Frame Assembly 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 16-18 x .625 783-0726A RH Pivot Support Bracket 783-0727 LH Pivot Support Bracket 783-0728 Pivot Bar Bracket 710-0514 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 (Grade 5) 711-1409 LH Drag Link 711-1408 RH Drag Link 712-0240...
  • Page 34 Model 1212 9 80...

  • Page 35: Drive System

    REF. PART DESCRIPTION 618-0375 Variable-speed Bracket Assembly 618-0376 Two-speed Transmission Assembly 631-0009 Shfter Knob 647-0037 Shift Lever 656-0050 Variable-speed Pulley Assembly 656-0051 Transmission Pulley, 8.5 x .5 - 36 683-0251 Double-idler Bracket 710-0189 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 3 710-0227 Self Tapping Screw, #8-18 x .5 710-0347 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.75...
  • Page 36 Model 1212...
  • Page 37 REF. NOTE: Transmission has a grease capacity of 32 oz. Order part number 737-0148. NOTE: Upon reassembling transmission input shaft for any reason, refill its cavity with approximately 2/3 oz. of grease. Order part number 737-0289. *Use appropriate flat washer in this application allowing no more than .012 maximum end play Two-speed Transmission PART DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 38 Model 1212...

  • Page 39: Power Take-Off Systems

    REF. PART DESCRIPTION 712-0431 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 732-0735 Compression Spring, 1.318 x 2.37 783-0733 Spacer Cup, 1.5 OD 732-0956 Compression Spring, .66 OD x 1.5 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62 712-0271 Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20 712-3044 Wing Nut, 1/4-20...
  • Page 40 Model 1212...

  • Page 41: Inch Cutting Deck

    REF. PART DESCRIPTION 17982 Reinforcement Spindle Plate 618-0430 Center Spindle Assembly, 5 Dia. 618-0431 Double Pulley Spindle Assembly 683-0254 Deck Adjustment Bracket w/ Weld Nut 683-0199B 46-inch Deck Shell 710-0167 Carriage Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 710-0347 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.75 710-0514 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0 710-0528...

  • Page 42: Engine Accessories

    Model 1212 Briggs & Stratton Intek Twin (for throttle) REF. PART DESCRIPTION 710-0148 Self Tapping Screw, #8-32 x .375 710-0599 Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 710-0604A Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 710-1237 Screw, #10-32 x .625 710-1314 Socket Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 710-1315 Self Tapping Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.25...
  • Page 43 Labels Model 1212...
  • Page 44 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet Corp. with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Cub Cadet Corp. warrants this product against defects in...

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