FOREWORD The Tank Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Synchro-Steer Commercial Riding Mower provides superb maneuverability, mid-mount cutting capability for professional landscapers, commercial lawn service companies, professional turf managers and golf course superintendents. The machine incorporates many safety features that should be studied by all operators and maintenance personnel before use.
GENERAL SAFETY 7. Do not add fuel to a machine when the engine is running and/or the exhaust system is hot. OPERATIONS 8. Keep machine clean and free of debris, grass, leaves, oil, grease, etc. A. DANGER 9. Place speed control pedals in the neutral posi- Do not operate machine in confined areas where tion, set park brake, disengage P.T.O., turn exhaust gases can accumulate.
removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar positive terminal of the weak battery. The third connec- with this form of injury or serious complications tion should be to the negative terminal of the good bat- may result. tery, followed by the negative terminal of the weak battery.
blade clutch switch if another person the pivot means must be latched to the frame approaches while you are operating the mower. of the machine. 15. Never attempt to operate the traction unit with- DANGER: out the mowing deck attached. 16.
file mechanical suspension, and an Operator 2. The Steering wheel has an adjustable tilt fea- Presence Sensor (OPS). ture so that the steering wheel can be infinitely 2. The seat bottom is covered with a heavy-duty adjusted to individual needs. An adjustable vinyl fabric.
SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS WARNING SHIELD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE Part Number: 00030635 Part Number: 01002166 Part Number: 777S33087 Part Number: 777S30503 Part Number: 777D12837 Part Number: 02005110 ! WARNING! Maximum weight on hitch is 50 lbs. Maximum towed load is 500 lbs. Never allow passengers on towed equipment.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Figure. 4 Figure. 5 Engine throttle Ignition Switch Tach and Electric Blade Power Implement Lift Choke Lever Hour Meter Clutch Switch A.General position. Always allow other vehicles to have the right of way. 1. When Mowing: If you hit a solid object while mowing, turn off a.
grounds, parking lots, other machines, ani- operator’s seat. Moving the throttle control from mals, and other people. the rear to the front will increase the engine e. Avoid operation or use extreme care if the speed from slow to fast. traction surface is wet, unstable, or slippery.
one hand is required to reposition the pins to pro- 10.Choke Lever: (See Figure 4) The Choke Lever is vide 1/4” height-of-cut increments. located on the right instrument panel next to the seat. The Choke Lever is operated manually. Hav- The mechanism includes: A hydraulic cylinder ing the Choke Lever in the ON position helps the that is used to raise the implement.
4. Adjust the Mowing Deck: The cutting height is the top inner bolt of the Deck Link. To adjust set anywhere in the range of 1" to 5". You may the side of the deck up or down turn the top need to adjust the mowing deck to achieve the bolt clockwise or counter clockwise a few proper pitch angle for mowing.
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1. All guards, shields (including mower chute 3. Slowly, push the forward speed control deflector) are in their proper place, are pedal until the machine begins to move for- secure, and are functional. ward — release the pedal and the machine 2.
well as potential damages to the traction area” where you can operate the mower for surface and the tire. If the inside wheel is about 30 minutes without being disturbed. not turned 88 degrees, then the turn side a. Get into the operator’s seat. tire will continue to rotate and a “U-turn”...
Height of Cut Clevis Pin Figure. 9 Linch Pins Linch Pins MAINTENANCE AND (I.E., the blades do not need to be “timed” nor synchro- nized). SERVICE Hi-lift- These are generally the best cutting blades for most grasses and mowing conditions. These blades will provide extra “lift”...
If the blade dips on one end, file stock off of the cutting surface on that end. Cover Plate Note: Blades that cannot be easily bal- anced—REPLACE. Spindle 4. Changing the Blade Spindle Drive Belts: a. Set the parking brake. Remove ignition key and both spark plug caps.
and drain oil from both left and right pumps. Replace and retighten nuts. Hydraulic pumps Figure. 11 Hydraulic Tank Figure. 12 Adding Hydraulic Oil Unfasten hose and drain from (use Rimula SAE15W40) this side of both pumps. a. Place the Mower on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
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c. Store the battery with a full charge. A dis- 6. Fuses: There is one fuse located in the wiring charged battery will freeze (refer to the table between the ignition and start switch and other below). electrical components. This is a standard plug- in type automotive fuse rated at 20 amp.
b. Parking Brake Switch: Sit in the operator’s 1. Inflation Pressure: seat. With the speed control pedals in the a. Traction Tires—20 psi max; 10-12 psi rec- neutral position and the blade clutch switch ommended “off”, release the parking brake and try to b.
3. Creeping: Creeping is the slight forward or nance. If they are not working properly, please backward movement of the mower when the contact your service center. throttle is on and the speed control pedal is in Note: The brake can be applied at anytime to the neutral position.
neck. Leave this air space for expansion. Start the control motion while affording an automatic engine and let it run at low idle for about five minutes. hydrostatic braking means. Check the filter for leaks. Idling the engine and the Whenever the Park Brake is in the engaged pumps in this way will purge any air from the system.
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fuel line on the carburetor. Start the engine and allow it to run out of fuel. This will pre- vent gum and varnish deposits from form- ing. Replace the fuel filter. g. Gasoline Engine Only: Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one ounce of oil into each cylinder.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE adjust to 0.012" - 0.015" Ogura GT-3, GT3.5, adjust to 0.015" - 0.022" E. Yearly Checks A. Daily Checks 1. Check the oil in the hydraulic reservoir. 1. Before starting engine: a. Check the fuel level.** Engine coolant: Use only Shell Dex-cool, extended life b.
OIL CHART Apply a few drops of engine oil or use a spray lubricant. Apply the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Start engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly. Number of Oil Points Description DAILY Deck Suspension Pivots...
Performance Adjustments B. Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings Matching the set heights of the ball rollers on the front and the four corners of the mower deck A. Engine RPM Check and Adjustment to the desired cut height will prevent edge scalp- ing and minimize any side-to-side variance in Description High RPM Spec.
key from the ignition switch, disconnect the spark To adjust the blade pitch the deck pitch must be plug wires and lower the mowing deck into the 4" adjusted. Loosen the inner jam nuts at the rear of height of cut position. (The 4" height of cut position the horizontal threaded rods.
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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2008 lawn mower. In California, new lawn mowers must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower.
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WARRANTED PARTS: The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the lawn mower has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part.
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CUB CADET COMMERCIAL TANK ZERO-TURN COMMERCIAL RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner may be required This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases: present proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade servicing dealer.
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