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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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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. 769-09314
(September 10, 2013)
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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. 769-09314...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Visit us on the web at www.cubcadet.com See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.cubcadet.com/tutorials ◊ 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: General Operation
Training Always wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment (e.g. safety glasses, long pants, gloves, hearing protection , safety shoes, hard hat) when operating or Read the Operator’s manual and other training material. If maintaining this machine. Long hair, loose fitting clothing the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English it is the or jewelry may get entangled in moving parts. - Page 5 Never attempt to operate the machine without the Keep all movements on the slopes slow and gradual. Do mowing deck attached; the machine could tip over. not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid acceleration could cause the front of the machine to lift Keep the machine and especially the engine exhaust and rapidly flip over backwards, which could cause serious system and hydraulic components clean and free of grease,...
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Page 6: Transporting Machines
Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate this Seat belts shall be used and shall be properly fastened machine. Children 16 and over should read and understand the about the operator’s waist at all times, except when the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on ROPS are: the machine and should be trained and supervised by an adult. - Page 7 Hydraulic Devices and Systems Never remove fuel cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient minutes before refueling. force to penetrate skin and cause serious injury. If foreign fluid is Never over fill fuel tank.
- Page 8 Do not modify engine Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, way.
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Page 9: 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 WARNING—... - Page 10 2 — S ection peration racticeS...
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Page 11: Assembly & Set-Up
Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Crate • One Zero-Turn Tractor • One ROPS Assembly • One Steering Wheel • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Zero-Turn Tractor Operator’s • One Engine Operator’s Manual Manual NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor The two hydrostatic transmissions are equipped with a features may vary by model. - Page 12 Install Roll Over Protective System (ROPS) To release the parking brake, flip the seat forward and locate the cotter pin and clevis pin that secure the dump valve The Roll Over Protective System (ROPS) has not been installed relief lever to the parking break handle. See Figure 3-3. on your unit for shipping purposes.
- Page 13 Install the upper ROPS section onto the lower ROPS “posts”. Move the upper ROPS section to the upright position, and Install the bolts, retaining washers and lock nuts. See insert the locking pins with their retainer hairpin clips. See Figure 3-5. Figure 3-7.
- Page 14 Steering Wheel Installing the Seat Remove the hardware for attaching the steering wheel Remove the two flange lock nuts, washers and shoulder from beneath the steering wheel cap. Carefully pry off the bolts from the seat bracket. See Figure 3-10. steering wheel cover to remove the hardware.
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Page 15: Seat Adjustment
Insert the wiring harness into the bottom of the seat as The mechanical suspension mechanism incorporates weight/ride adjustment controls for operators in the 100 to 280 lb. weight range shown in Figure 3-12. (turn the knob on the front of the seat clockwise to increase the weight capacity and counter-clockwise to decrease. - Page 16 Connecting the Battery Cables CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
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Page 17: Controls & Features
Controls & Features Forward Drive Pedal Reverse Drive Pedal Deck Lift Pedal Steering Column Adjustment Lever Deck Height Index Deck Lift Release Lever Parking Break Lever Digital Tachometer & Hour Meter Tool Box Throttle Control Ignition Switch Choke Knob PTO Knob Accessory Switch Receptacles Cup Holder Fuel Gauge... -
Page 18: Throttle Control
Digital Tachometer and Hour Meter Forward Drive Pedal The forward drive pedal is located on the right side of the machine, along the running board. Press the forward drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to travel forward. Ground speed is also controlled with the forward drive pedal. - Page 19 Seat Prop (Not Shown) Steering Column Adjustment Lever The seat prop is located on the left, rear side of the operator’s seat. It is isued to prop the seat forward. Seat Latch (Not Shown) The seat latch is located below the rear, center of the operators seat. The latch is used to secure the seat into the operating position.
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Page 20: Operation
It has been prepared to help you ever malfunction, do not operate the machine. Contact your operate and maintain your machine efficiently. authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. Fill the fuel tank with only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline •... -
Page 21: Driving The Tractor
Cold Weather Starting Practice Operation (Initial Use) When starting the engine at temperatures near or below freezing, Operating a zero-turn tractor is not like operating a conventional type riding tractor. Although and because a zero turn tractor is ensure the correct viscosity motor oil is used in the engine and the more maneuverable, getting used to operating the speed control battery is fully charged. - Page 22 Driving the Tractor Forward Driving the Tractor In Reverse WARNING! WARNING! Keep all movement of the drive pedals Always look behind and down on both slow and smooth. Abrupt movement of the pedals sides of the tractor before backing up. Always look can affect the stability of the tractor and could cause behind while traveling in the reverse direction.
- Page 23 Executing a Zero Turn Using the Mower Deck A zero turn maneuver can be executed while the machine WARNING! Make certain the area to be mowed is is moving in the forward or reverse directions if the free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other objects steering wheel is turned completely in the one direction.
- Page 24 Mower Cutting Blades To prevent rutting or grooving of the turf, if possible, change the direction that the strips are mowed by approximately 45° The blades normally “factory installed” on a mower afford for the next and each subsequent mowing. the best grass cutting performance on the majority of grasses and mowing conditions;...
- Page 25 Reconfigurable Mower Discharge Cutting Gauge Inner Baffle Baffle Blades Wheels Front Roller Rear Rollers Standard set-up Installed Installed Hi-lift Low = 3 to 5” Low = 3 to 5” Low = 3 to 5” High = 1 to High = 1 to High = 1 to Stems (Dandelion, Bahia, 2-1⁄2”...
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Page 26: Maintenance & Adjustment
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Schedule Before Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 500 Hours After Mowing Each use Check gasoline level Check hydraulic hoses for leaks Check tires & tire pressure Check deck, mower and hydro drive belts Check blades and blade bolt tightness Check safety switches for proper operation Check fluid level in transmission oil expansion reservoir Check engine intake screen/cover... - Page 27 OIL CHART Number of Oil Points Description DAILY Apply a few drops of SAE engine oil, grease, or use a spray lubricant. Apply Deck Suspension Pivots the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin off any excess.
- Page 28 If a safety circuit is not working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. DO Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual. Be careful not NOT operate the tractor if any safety circuit is not functioning to spill oil on any of the belts.
- Page 29 Battery Leaking Tires When a flat tire occurs, repair or replace immediately. The normal CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING procedure is to remove the wheel and replace it. If a tire is Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories getting soft, park the mower on the nearest level, paved area. contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and Rear Tire...
- Page 30 Tractor Storage Removing The Tractor From Storage If your tractor is not going to be operated for an extended period Check the battery. Charge if necessary. of time (thirty days to approximately six months), the tractor Lower tractor off blocks, and inflate the tires to the should be prepared for storage.
- Page 31 Adjust the eyebolt at the left front of the deck so that the In many cases it will be necessary to adjust deck height using both blade-to-ground height at the right outside blade tip eyebolt adjustments and pitch adjustment to achieve the correct matches that of the left outside blade tip.
- Page 32 The brake cable should not require adjustment, but if necessary brake shoes proceed as follows: proceed as follows: NOTE: If the brakes need replaced, please see your Cub Cadet NOTE: There is a cable for each of the transmissions, be sure to Service Dealer.
- Page 33 Rotate the drum back and forth to make sure the brake shoes are not rubbing excessively, if they are rotate the adjusting star back slightly until there is just a slight rub. NOTE: A slight rub is acceptable since a used brake will seat. To contract the brake shoes, rotate the star adjustment outward away from the axle until there is a slight rub between the shoes and the drum.
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Page 34: Service
Carefully lift the battery out of the tractor. If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the tractor’s electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Install the battery by repeating the above steps in the reverse order. -
Page 35: Deck Removal
Electric PTO Clutch Remove the four lynch pins that secure the deck to the deck lift assembly. See Figure 7-3. This clutch operates when the engine is running, the operator is in the operator’s seat and the PTO is engaged. This electric clutch is a normally trouble free device. - Page 36 Replacing the PTO Belt Using a 1⁄2” drive insert the male end into the 1⁄2” square opening in the deck idler assembly and rotate the idler Remove the PTO belt from the deck as instructed in the clockwise. See Figure 7-7. While holding the deck idler, Deck Removal section then remove it from around the PTO loosen the deck belt from the pulley and slide the belt clutch.
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Page 37: Replacing The Blades
Replacing the Blades Use a 1-1⁄8” socket wrench on the pulley side of the spindle bolt. See Figure 7-9. WARNING! Before performing any maintenance, disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove the key from the switch. - Page 38 See your or result in personal injury. Cub Cadet dealer to have the transmission drive belt replaced. Tractor Creeping Test the blade’s balance using a blade balancer. Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly.
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Page 39: 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. Uneven cut 1. Deck not leveled properly. 1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment. 2. Dull blade. 2. -
Page 40: Replacement Parts
Deck Skid Guard 925-1707D Battery 751-12754 Gas Cap Contact your Cub Cadet dealer to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com. - Page 41 634-04704 Wheel Assembly, 15 x 6.5-8 Contact your Cub Cadet dealer to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com.
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Page 42: Attachments & Accessories
Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible with your Cub Cadet Tank SZ tractor. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. Part No. Part... - Page 43 Notes...
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- Page 46 FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the emission (evaporative and/or exhaust) control system (ECS) warranty on your 2013 and later small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment engine).
- Page 47 Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims. MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part.
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Page 48: Cub Cadet Llc
Without limiting the foregoing, this limited warranty does not provide The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with coverage in the following cases: respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the...