Cub Cadet LT1022 Operator's Manual
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1. over all to top of steering wheel Ground Clearance Turning Radius Weight approximate LT1018 LT1022 3 gallons 11 4 I 3 pints 48 oz 1 4 I Hydro Gear 311 0510 22 2 1 O m p h 5 2 m p h O m p h 2 3 m p h Briggs amp Stratton 31Q777 0305 Single 3 9 16 in 90 66 mm 3 1 16 in 77 78 mm 30 59 cu in 501 2 cc 18 5 HP 13 8 kW 25 9 Ibs ft 35 1 Nm 8 5 1 1200 RPM 3300 RPM 100 RPM 030 in 76 mm 010 014 in 25 36 mm 12 volt Negative Ground 190 CCA sealed 16 Amp Regulated 20 Amp Incandescent Single Disc Dry 15x6x6 20x9x8 47 in 119 4 cm 68 in 172 7 cm 45 in 114 3 cm 43 in 109 2 cm 4 5 in 11 4 cm 18 in 46 cm 502 Ib 225 9 kg 26 3 gallons 11 4 I 4 pints 64 oz 1 9 I Hydro Gear 311 0510 22 2 1 O m p h 5 2 m p h O m p h 2 3 m p h Briggs amp Stratton 40H777 0171 Twin 2 97 in 75 44 mm 2 89 in 73 4 mm 40 0 cu in 656 cc 22 HP 16 4 kW 31 6 Ibs ft 42 8 Nm 8 5 1 1200 RPM 3300 RPM 100 RPM 030 in 76 mm 008 012 in 20 30 mm 12 volt Negative Ground 270 CCA sealed 16 Amp Regulated 20 Amp Incandescent Single Disc Dry 15x6x6 20x9x8 47 in 119 4 cm 68 in 172 7 cm 49 in 124 4 cm 43 in 109 2 cm 4 5 in 11 4 cm 18 in 46 cm 509 Ib 230 9 kg CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY COMMERCIAL USE The limited wa2. 12 Hex Nut and Lock Washer Pivot Bar tof CG SS er eD cD cm Cc Cc gt ES SD Crs Cy 6S e ee Jam Nut Ball Joint Figure 12 e Thread the ball joint toward the jam nut to shorten the drag link Thread the ball joint away from the jam nut to lengthen the drag link e Replace hex nut and lock washer and retighten the jam nut after proper adjustment is achieved NOTE Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag links will cause the front tires to toe in too far Proper toe in is between 1 16 and 5 16 Front tire toe in can be measured as follows e Place the steering wheel in position for straight ahead travel e In front of the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance e Behind the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance e The measurement taken in front of the axle should be between 1 16 and 5 16 less than the measurement taken behind the axle e Adjust if necessary Seat Adjustment WARNING Before operating this machine make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop stand behind the machine and pull back on seat until fully engaged into stop To adjust the position of the seat move the seat adjustment lever Refer to Figure 1 on Page 9 to the left and slide the seat forw
3. DEVICES IN PLACE AY Gy A DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY p2 DO NOT OPERATE MOWER a UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR Prf OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS M OSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS USE LOW SPEER D TNS A WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH e GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS e AVOID SUDDEN TURNS e DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP o IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE S AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY e DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND o NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADES OFF e LOOK DOWN amp BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING e KEEP SAFETY DEVICES GUARDS SHIELDS AND SWITCHES ETC IN PLACE AND WORKING e REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE S e KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS e BE SURE BLADE S AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE S e BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION DISENGAGE BLADE S ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY READ OPERATOR S MANUAL IN ITS PROPER PLACE 30503 ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING All Labels Displayed at 3 4 Scale SLOPE GAUGE SECTION 2 E SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE lg ___ CCC PF A POWER POLE ACORNER OF A BUILDING lt OR A FENCE POST Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A ridi
4. Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil Deck Wheels Each of the tractor deck s front gauge wheels is equipped with a grease fitting Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation WARNING Before lubricating repairing or inspecting always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Deck Spindles Grease fittings can be found on the top of each deck spindle shaft See Figure 14 Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease Using a grease gun apply two strokes minimum or sufficient grease to flush old grease and dirt out of the spindle shaft Figure 14 SECTION 8 SERVICE Tires WARNING Never exceed the maximum A tire inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer s recommended or maximum psi Do not overinflate Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly Head Lamps A Replace headlight bulbs as follows e Lift the hood and locate the headlight wire harness and lamp sockets WARNING If the engine has been recently run the engine muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the
5. The choke control can be found on the left side of the dash panel and is activated by pulling the knob outward Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine Refer to Starting The Engine on page 13 of this manual for detailed starting instructions Brake Pedal The brake pedal is located on the right front side of the tractor above the drive pedal along the running board The brake pedal can be used for sudden stops or setting the parking brake NOTE The brake pedal must be fully depressed to activate the safety interlock switch when starting the tractor Ignition Switch WARNING Never leave a running A machine unattended Always disengage the PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting To start the engine insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Release the key into the ON position once engine has fired See Figure 3 On Lights Figure 3 Refer to Starting The Engine on page 13 of this manual for detailed starting instructions The ignition switch is also used to operate the tractor s headlights Refer to Operating The Headlights on page 16 of this manual for detailed instructions Drive Pedal The drive pedal is located below the brake pedal on the right front side of the tractor along the running board Depress the upper portion of the drive pedal forward to cau
6. The electric PTO clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO Blade Engage knob is moved into the engaged ON position with the drive pedal in position for reverse travel READ OPERATOR S MANUAL WARNING Read understand and follow WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection A Setting the Gauge Wheels 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 fender To adjust the deck wheels so that they are between 14 inch and inch above the ground as follows WARNING Keep hands and feet away A from the discharge opening of the cutting deck NOTE The deck wheels are an anti scalp feature of the deck and are not designed to support the weight of the cutting deck Place the tractor on a firm and level surface preferably pavement refer to Figure 5 and proceed as follows e Place the tractor s deck lift handle in the normally desired mowing height setting then check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the surface below e If the wheels contact the surface adjust as follows a Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting b Remove the rear gauge wheels by removing the lock nuts shoulder screws and flat washers which secure them to the deck c Remove the lock nuts shoulder screws and bell washers
7. etc on slopes greater than 5 degrees When going down hill the extra weight tends to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control e g tractor may speed up braking and steering ability are reduced attachment may jack knife and cause tractor to overturn CHILDREN 1 Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity They do not understand the dangers Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them a Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator b Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area c Before and while backing look behind and down for small children d Never carry children even with the blade s shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation e Use extreme care when approaching blind corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the machine f Disengage the cutting blade s before traveling in reverse The No Cut In Reverse feature is a reminder not to cut in reverse and to help avoid back over accidents Do not defeat it g Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler h Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation Never al
8. limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship 3 Year Limited Warranty PTO Clutch CUB CADET warrants the power take off PTO clutch and mounting hardware against defects in material and workman ship for a period of three 3 years for Series 1000 products manufactured after August 1 1997 for residential users com mencing 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 5 Year 500 Hour Limited Warranty Frame and Front Axle CUB CADET warrants the frame and front cast iron pivot axle on Series 1000 models against defects in material and workmanship for a period of five 5 years or 500 hours whichever occurs first 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 part found to be defective in material or workmanship provided this prod uct has been operated and maintained as set forth above In addition to any other reason set forth herein CUB CADET may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter or any part thereof is altered modified disconnected or otherwise tam pered with HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED CUB CAD
9. of the stabilizer bracket See Figure 9 Tighten the lock nuts to raise the front of the deck loosen the lock nuts to lower the front of the deck e Retighten the two jam nuts loosened earlier when proper adjustment is achieved Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly a side to side adjustment can be performed Adjust if necessary as follows e With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor e Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the right blade tip to the ground Both measurements taken should be equal If they re not proceed to the next step e Loosen but do NOT remove the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket See Figure 10 s cis a lt q A gt a x ty G gt q AR sy ASCE BV Hex Cap Screw Figure 10 e Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the adjustment gear found immediately behind the hex cap screw just loosened clockwise up or counterclockwise down e The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal e Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved Parking Brake Adjustment WARNING Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine
10. s while the engine is running it indicates that the battery is in need of a charge OR that the engine s charging system is not generatingsufficient amperage Refer to Battery on page 20 of this manual for the properbattery charging procedure or have theengine s charging system checked by aCub Cadet dealer Cup Holder The tractor s cup holder is located on the fender to the right of the seat just to the rear of the deck lift lever Electric PTO Blade Engage Knob To engage the power to the cutting deck or other Separately available attachments pull outward on the PTO Blade Engage knob Push the PTO Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to the cutting deck NOTE The PTO Blade Engage knob must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine when traveling in reverse or if the operator leaves the seat and Cruise Control Lever The cruise control fata C lever is located on the tractor dash panel below the steering wheel Push the cruise control lever downward while traveling forward at a desired speed While holding the lever down release pressure from the drive pedal This will engage the cruise control and allow the tractor to remain at that speed without applying pressure to the drive pedal Depress the brake pedal or the drive pedal to deactivate cruise control Refer to page 14 for detailed instructions regarding the cruise control feature NOTE Cruise control can
11. the cruise control using one of the following methods e Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor e Lightly depress the drive pedal To change the direction of travel to reverse when operating with cruise control depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor toa complete stop Then slowly depress the rear portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your foot to travel in reverse Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck move the deck lift lever to the left then place it in the notch best suited for your application Refer to Setting The Cutting Height earlier in this section Operating The Headlights To turn the tractor s headlights on e Start the engine following the instructions earlier in this section e Turn the key one notch counterclockwise into the On Lights position of the ignition switch Refer to Figure 3 To turn the tractor s headlights off e Turn the key either into the On position to leave the engine running or the Off position to shut the engine off Refer to Figure 3 NOTE Never move the key into the Start position while the engine is running Doing so may cause damage to your engine s electric starter Moving The Tractor Manually Your tractor s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the tractor manually Opening this valve permits the fluid in
12. the transmission to bypass its normal route allowing the rear tires to freewheel To open the hydrostatic relief valve proceed as follows e Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor See Figure 7 Hydrostatic Bypass Rod Figure 7 e Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward then down to lock it in place NOTE The transmission will NOT engage when the hydrostatic bypass rod is pulled out Return the rod to its normal position prior to operating the tractor IMPORTANT Never attempt to move the tractor manually without first opening the hydrostatic relief valve Doing so will result in serious damage to the tractor s transmission Engaging the PTO Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments To engage the PTO proceed as follows e Move the throttle control lever to the FAST rabbit position e Pull the PTO Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged ON position See Figure 8 e Keep the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position for the most efficient use of the cutting deck or other separately available attachments IMPORTANT The electric PTO clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO is engaged with the drive pedal in position for reverse travel Refer to Safety Interlock Switches on page 12 Front View Top View mi Cc Mowing f WARNING To help avoid blade co
13. which secure the front gauge wheels to the deck d Place the deck lift handle in the desired mowing height setting e Insert the shoulder screw and flat washer with the rear gauge wheel into the index hole that leaves approximately 1 2 between the bottom of the wheel and the pavement f Note the position of the index hole used then install the other rear gauge wheel and the front ball wheels into the corresponding index hole of the other gauge wheel brackets Figure 5 NOTE The crowned rounded surface of the front bell washers should be against the shoulder screw between the front ball wheel and deck gauge wheel bracket The cupped surface of the bell washer should be against the deck e If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance with the surface below lower the wheels to the index hole that provides the approximate 1 2 clearance as described above Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 16 of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This Starting the Engine system was designed for your safety and protection NOTE Refer to the TRACTOR SET UP on page 8 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill up instructions e Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch e Place the PTO Blade Engage knob in the disengaged OFF position Engage the tractor s parking brake Place the throttle contr
14. Cub Cadet Operator s Manual SERIES 1000 Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor Models LT1018 LT1022 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 Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 CUB CADET LLC P 0 BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 769 00994 12 10 2003 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ccecccceceeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseaaeeseeaeeeeeeeeseeeeeeas 3 Slope Gauge cceeeeccecceeeeeneeeeeeeeeteaeeeeaaeeeceaaeeeeaeeeseaeeeseaaeeseaaeeegcaeeseeaeessaeeeeaaeeeseaeeeseaees 7 Tractor Set p siose aeea aeaa aaa Eaa EN Eaa ea aa ENERE ER 8 Know Your Lawn Tractor jcctieccleseeter tei iemeeetiniiiens REEERE AS EARE 9 Operating Your Lawn Tractor sseseeeseeeeseieeeierirset
15. ET DEALER To locate the dealer in your area please check for a listing at www cubcadet com or in the Yellow Pages or contact CUB CADET by calling 1 877 CUB TOUGH 1 877 282 8684 or writing to PO Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such as brake adjustments clutch adjustments or deck adjust ments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure b CUB CADET does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States of America its possessions and territories except those sold through CUB CADET s authorized channels of export distribu tion c Normal wear parts or components including blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes rubber auger spirals shave plates and tires No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified No other express warranty or guaranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or entity including the dealer with respect to any product shall bind CUB CADET During the period of the War ranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replac
16. Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels RINS Lube Deck Spindles Lube Pedal Pivot Points Check Spark Plug QAR 24 SECTION 11 TRO UBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause s Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO Blade Engage knob engaged Parking brake not engaged Spark plug wire s disconnected Throttle control lever not in correct starting position Choke not activated Fuel tank empty or stale fuel Blocked fuel line Faulty spark plug Engine flooded Place knob in disengaged OFF position Engage parking brake Connect wire to spark plug Place throttle lever to FAST position Pull out the CHOKE control Fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gas Clean fuel line or replace fuel filter Clean adjust gap to 040 or replace plug Crank engine with throttle in FAST position Engine runs erratic Spark plug wire s loose Blocked fuel line or stale fuel Vent in gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Unit running with CHOKE activated Push CHOKE control in Connect and tighten spark plug wire s Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace fuel filter if so equipped Clear vent or replace cap if damaged Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace air cl
17. NOT be engaged at the tractors fastest ground speed If the operator should attempt to do so the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed Parking Brake Lever P To set the parking brake fully depress the brake pedal and push the parking brake lever down Hold the lever down while taking your foot off the brake pedal Both the parking lever and the brake pedal will then stay depressed To release the parking brake depress the brake pedal slightly The parking brake lever will then return to its original position NOTE The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off IMPORTANT Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended Seat Adjustment Lever To adjust the seat forward or backward slide the seat adjustment lever to the left and reposition the seat to the desired position Once a comfortable position is found release the seat adjustment lever to lock the seat in place Refer to Seat Adjustment on page 17 of this manual for more detailed instructions Deck Lift Lever Found on your tractor s right fender the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck To use move the lever to the left then place in the notch best suited for your application SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR A WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACR
18. OSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE S AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADES OFF LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING KEEP SAFETY DEVICES GUARDS SHIELDS AND SWITCHES IN PLACE AND WORKING REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE S KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS BE SURE BLADE S AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLAC ING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE S BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION DISENGAGE BLADE S ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY all instructions and warnings on the machine A and in this manual before operating Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator If the interlock system should ever malfunction do not operate the tractor Contact a Cub Cadet dealer The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO Blade Engage knob is in the disengaged OFF position e The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake e The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor s seat with the PTO Blade Engage knob in the engaged ON position regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged e
19. To locate the dealer in your area please check for a listing at www cubcadet com or in the Yellow Pages or contact CUB CADET by calling 1 877 CUB TOUGH 1 877 282 8684 or writing to P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such as brake adjustments clutch adjustments or deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure b Normal wear parts or components including blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes shave plates and tires CUB CADET does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States of America its pos sessions and territories except those sold through CUB CADET S authorized channels of export distribution No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above No other express warranty or guaranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or entity including the dealer with respect to any product shall bind CUB CADET During the period of the Warranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above Some states do not allow limita
20. ard or rearward Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor SECTION 7 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 24 for a reference of recommended maintenance intervals WARNING Before performing any A maintenance or repairs disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Engine Refer to the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual for engine maintenance instructions Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit Follow the instructions carefully Maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at the customer s expense may be performed by any engine repair establishment or individual Warranty repairs must be performed by your Cub Cadet Dealer Changing Engine Oil Gently raise the tractors hood Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick from the oil fill tube See Figure 13 Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Figure 13 Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port See Figure 13 Push the oil drain hose packed with this manual onto the oil drain port Route the opposite end of the hose into an appropriate oil collection container with a capacity of no less than 64 oz Push the oil drain valve in slightly then rotate countercloc
21. ck e Rotate the pin slightly toward the rear of the tractor and release the pin into the hole provided e Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm See Figure 17 WARNING Before servicing repairing or inspecting always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Support Pin MWS S gt SKC SH 4 RNS SS A lt lt lt RISS Figure 17 e Repeat the above steps on the tractor s right side e Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right fender to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way e 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 e Gently slide the cutting deck from the right side out from underneath the tractor Changing the Deck Belt s WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off remove ignition key disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt s All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present IMPORTANT The V belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely A substitute non OEM V belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely For a proper wor
22. e Be careful not to damage the fan when removing the drive belt from around the transmission pulley e Reroute the new belt around the pulleys and belt keepers if present EXACTLY as the old one was routed Refer to Figure 20 Fixed V idler Pulley FRONT OF TRACTOR p Drive Belt Hydrostatic Transmission Idier Extension Spring Double Idler Bra NOTE View shown from above tractor Figure 20 Hydrostatic Transmission The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is maintenance free The fluid level cannot be checked nor can the oil be changed Always keep the area around the transmission cooling fan free of grass and debris at all times SECTION 9 OFF SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 18 of this manual before storing for an extended period Engine If the engine will be out of service for two months or more use the following storage procedure e Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine e Change the oil and filter while the engine is still warm from operation Refer to Changing the Engine OIl on page 18 e The fuel system must be completely emptied or the gasoli
23. e battery for any reason disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When re installing the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and cause damage to your engine s alternating system Jump Starting A e Connect positive cable to positive post of your tractor s discharged battery e Connect the other end of the cable to the positive post of the jumper battery e Connect the second cable negative to the other post of the jumper battery e Make the final connection on the engine block of the stalled tractor away from the battery Attach to a unpainted part to assure a good connection IMPORTANT If the jumper battery is installed ona vehicle i e car truck do NOT start the vehicle s engine when jump starting your tractor WARNING Never jump start a damaged or frozen battery Be certain the vehicles do not touch and ignitions are off Do not allow cable clamps to touch e Refer to the instructions on page 13 to start the tractor e Set the tractor s p arking brake before removing the jumper cables in reverse order of connection e Allow the tractor s engine to run for 15 minutes before shutting it off to allow the alternating system time to charge the discharged ba
24. e shipping brace with your right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise A A WARNING The shipping brace used for packaging purposes only must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower WARNING The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and or property damage SECTION 4 KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR BRAKE a NOTE Steering Wheel not shown for clarity Figure 1 A Systems Indicator Monitor Hour Meter H Ignition Switch B Throttle Control Lever Brake Pedal C Choke Control J Drive Pedal D Parking Brake Lever K Cruise Control Lever E Fuel Tank Cap L Deck Lift Lever F Seat Adjustment Lever M Cup Holder G PTO Blade Engage Knob NOTE Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator s position 9 Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is located on the left side of the tractor s dash panel This lever controls the speed of the engine When set in a given position the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed See Figure 2 Fast Position 4g EF a Slow ge Position Figure 2 IMPORTANT When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged be certain that the throttle lever is always in the FAST rabbit position Choke Control
25. eaner paper element or clean foam precleaner Engine overheats Engine oil level low Air flow restricted Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight of oil Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine s cooling fins and blower housing Engine hesitates at high RPM Spark plug gap too close Remove spark plug and reset the gap to 040 Idles poorly Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide Dirty air cleaner Replace spark plug Set plug gap to 040 Replace air cleaner cartridge element or clean pre cleaner Excessive vibration Cutting blade loose or unbalanced Damaged or bent cutting blade Tighten blade and spindle Balance blade Replace blade Mower will not mulch grass Engine speed too low Wet grass Excessively high grass Dull blade Place throttle in FAST rabbit position Do not mow when grass is wet wait until later to cut Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath Sharpen or replace blade Uneven cut Deck not balanced properly Dull blade Uneven tire pressure Perform side to side deck adjustment Sharpen or replace blade Check tire pressure in all four tires SECTION 12 ATTACHMENTS amp ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Models 1018 amp 1022 See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor
26. eck presenting a potential fire hazard Use only accessories and attachments approved for this machine by the machine manufacturer Read understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your Cub Cadet dealer for assistance SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it For your safety use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit ona sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge do not operate this unit on that area or serious injury could result DO Mow up and down slopes not across Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low enough speed setting so that y
27. ement of the product as set forth above Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales CUB CADET shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care ser vices for transportation or for related expenses or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted prod uct Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of the safety features of the product shall void this Warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or original lessee How State Law Relates to this Warranty This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state
28. for information regarding price and availability NOTE Cub Cadet Series 1000 lawn tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground engaging attachments e g tiller or mulboard plow Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor s warranty Attachments 190 670 190 671 CCA 100 CC CC 190 672 CC CC 100 100 190 673 100 190 674 100 190 675 100 100 CC 100 TTT TTT 1 1 Twin Bagger Grass Collector Rear Tire Chain Set 20 x 9 Front Bumper Kit 42 inch Two stage Snow Thrower 46 inch Front Dozer Blade Rear Wheel Weight Set Attachments purchased through a merchandise retailer may have a CC model number prefix Attachments purchased through your Cub Cadet dealer may have a 100 model number suffix 25 SECTION 13 SPECIFICATIONS Capacities Fuel Tank Crankcase approximately Hydrostatic Transmission Make and Model Gear Ratio Forward Speed Reverse Speed Engine Air cooled 4 cycle Make Model amp Type Cylinders Bore Stroke Displacement Maximum Power 3600 RPM Maximum Torque 2400 RPM Compression Ratio Engine Speed governed Low Speed High Speed no load Spark Plug Gap Armature Air Gap Electrical System System Voltage Battery Alternator Fuse automotive type Headlights Brakes Turf Tires Front inches Rear inches Dimensions Wheelbase Length over all Width over all with deck chute up Height
29. ge 19 of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions SECTION 6 MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Never attempt to make any A adjustments while the engine is running except where specified in the operators manual Leveling the Deck NOTE Check the tractor s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires on page 19 for information regarding tire pressure Front To Rear The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can adjusted to level the deck from front to rear The front of the deck should be between 1 4 inch and 3 8 inch lower than the rear of the deck Adjust if necessary as follows e With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor e Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground e The first measurement taken should be between 1 4 and 3 8 less than the second measurement e Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed if necessary to the next step e Loosen the two jam nuts on the rear side of the deck stabilizer bracket See Figure 9 Deck 7 Stabilizer Bracket Figure 9 e Locate the two lock nuts on the opposite side
30. he serial number here Cub Cadet Et soxse11534 f P 0 BOX 361131 www cubcadet com CLEVELAND OH 44136 DEALER LOCATOR PHONE NUMBER 877 282 8684 CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit please call the Customer Dealer Referral Line Call 1 877 282 8684 to reach the Customer Dealer Referral Line Please have your unit s model g number and serial number ready when you call See previous section to locate this information For more details about your unit visit our website at www cubcadet com SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES A A A 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 When you see this symbol heed its warning DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this man ual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death California Propo
31. hine while the engine is running Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety WARNING YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine SAFETY LABELS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY DANGER KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY 4 DANGER VOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Ros HANDS AND FEET AWAY FRO Sree PARTS THE VE OBJECTS THROWN B A E Me ANY DIRECTION WEAR SAFETY a Se MOW WHEN HERS ARE Al ii KE NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADES OFF USE EXTRA c TMO A DO NO S300168 mes GREATER THAN 18 MOW UP AND DOWN S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY
32. hts and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY RESIDENTIAL USE The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET LLC CUB CADET with respect to new merchandise pur chased and used in the United States its possessions and territories CUB CADET warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years for residential users one 1 year for commercial users commencing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in material or workmanship This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operators Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disas ter Batteries and belts are subject to separate terms as follows a Batteries have a one year prorated limited warranty with 100 replacement during the first three months After three months the battery replacement credit is based on the months remaining in the twelve 12 month period dating back to the original date of sale Any replacement battery will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty period b All belts are covered by a one 1 year
33. ine dispenser nozzle d Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device e Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition f Never fuel machine indoors g Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling h Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than three inches below the top of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion i Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely j If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move unit to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine k To reduce fire hazards keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances m Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before storing GENERAL SERVICE 1 10 11 12 13 14 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blade s and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the s
34. is running Always disengage PTO stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed or if the tractors 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 Adjust if necessary as follows e Looking at the transmission from the right side of the tractor locate the compression spring and brake disc See Figure 11 zi Crown Nut Toy NOTE View shown from beneath tractor l Figure 11 e Carefully remove the cotter pin from the crown nut on the right side of the brake assembly e Using a feeler gauge check the gap between the brake disc and the brake puck Proper gap is 011 e Tighten the crown nut until the proper gap is achieved e Insert a replacement cotter pin part 714 0111 into the crown nut Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear the steering drag links may need to be adjusted Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are threaded into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the right side e Loosen the jam nut found on the drag link at the rear of the ball joint See Figure 12 e Remove the hex nut and lock washer on the top of ball joint See Figure
35. king machine use factory approved belts To change or replace the deck belts on your tractor proceed as follows e Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender e Remove the belt guards by removing the self tapping screws that fasten them to the deck See Figure 18 or Figure 19 e Grasp the rearmost portion of the PTO idler bracket and pivot it toward the discharge chute to relieve tension on the PTO belt e Remove the PTO belt from the electric PTO clutch and the PTO idler pulley s e Grasp the deck idler pulley and pivot it toward the left side of the deck to relieve tension on the deck belt e Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys including the deck idler pulley e Route the new belts as shown in Figure 18 or Figure 19 e Remount the belt guards removed earlier Electric PTO Clutch Left Hand Pulley PTO Idler Bracket mounted on tractor Model 1018 Deck belt Bottom E PTO belt Top Right Hand Pulley beneath belt guard Deck Idler Pulley Center Pulley NOTE Left hand belt cover not shown for clarity Electric PTO Clutch Models 1022 amp 1024 Deck PTO Belt Right Hand Pulley beneath belt guard Right Hand Pulley beneath be
36. kwise and pull outward to begin draining oil Service the oil filteras instructed in the separate Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining Refill the engine with new motor oil IMPORTANT Refer to the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil Air Cleaner Service the pre cleaner and cartridge air cleaner element as instructed in the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit Spark Plug s The spark plug s should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season Refer to the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications Cleaning the Engine And Deck Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine especially the belts and pulleys IMPORTANT The use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your tractor is NOT recommended It may cause damage to electrical components spindles pulleys bearings or the engine The use of water will result in a shortened life of the tractor and reduce its serviceability Lubrication A Engine Refer to Engine on page 18 for instruction regarding all engine related lubrication Pivot Points amp
37. low children under 14 years old to operate the machine Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent TOWING 1 Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not coast downhill SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE 1 A To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately a Use only an approved gasoline container b Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling c When practical remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasol
38. lt guard Deck Idler Pulleys Self Tapping Screws NOTE Models 1022 amp 1024 are equipped with a different size deck However the belt routing of each is the same Figure 19 Changing The Transmission Drive Belt NOTE An air impact wrench is needed to remove the electric PTO and properly replace the drive belt All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present IMPORTANT The V belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely A substitute non OEM V belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely For a proper working machine 22 use factory approved belts To change or replace the drive belt on your tractor proceed as follows e Remove the cutting deck as instructed earlier in this section After disconnecting the battery cables remove the battery and battery tray from beneath the seat IMPORTANT When removing the battery disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire Re install in reverse order IMPORTANT Note the routing of the lower drive belt around all the pulleys and the belt keepers if present BEFORE performing the following steps e Locate the fixed v idler pulley found on the left underside of the frame See Figure 20 e Grasp the belt on both sides of the pulley and gently move it toward the left frame rail allowing it to unseat itself from the fi
39. ne must be treated with a fuel stabilizer such as STA BIL to prevent deterioration If you choose to use a stabilizer follow the manufacturers recommendations and add the correct amount for the capacity of the fuel system Fill the fuel tank with To empty the system run the engine until the tank and system are empty WARNING Drain fuel only into an A approved container outdoors away from an open flame Allow engine to cool Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel e Remove the spark plug Add one tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug hole Install the plug but do not reconnect the plug wire Crank the engine two or three revolutions e Store the engine in a clean dry place WARNING Never store the machine or A fuel container indoors where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas clean fresh gasoline Run the engine for 2 3 appliance minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor SECTION 10 MAINTENANCE CHART Before After Initial Every Every Every Every Prior Each Use 24 Hours 10 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours Season to Storing Clean Grille Engine Screen and Side Panel Screens J J Check Engine Oil Level y Clean and Re oil Air Filters Foam Precleaner J Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil amp Filter AN AWA Clean Battery Terminals
40. ng 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 Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes never across the face of slopes a SECTION 3 TRACTOR SET UP Gas and Oil Fill up The gasoline tank is located under the fender and has a capacity of three gallons Unthread the fuel cap by turning it counterclockwise Use only clean fresh under 30 days old unleaded gasoline Fill tank to no more than four inches below the top of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion Do not overfill handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition WARNING Use extreme care when IMPORTANT Your tractor is shipped with oil in the engine However you MUST check the oil level before operating Refer to Checking the Oil Level on page 18 for detailed instructions Be careful not to overfill Shipping Brace Removal A WARNING Make sure the riding mower s engine is off set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace e Locate the shipping brace if present and warning tag found on the right side of the cutting deck While holding the discharge chute with your left hand remove th
41. ntact or a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet s quality cutting decks The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor WARNING Plan your mowing pattern to A avoid discharge of materials toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator e Do not mow at high ground speed especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed e For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center After the first two laps reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting This will give a better appearance to the lawn e Do not cut the grass too short Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather e Mowing should always be done with the engine at full throttle e Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut e Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and extremely tall grass Your tractor is designed to mow lawns NOT clear brush e Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn Refer to Cutting Blades on pa
42. of the mower and attachment discharge wait until the blade s come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher emptying grass unclogging chute removing any grass or debris or making any adjustments Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blade s place transmission in neutral set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck This unit should not be driven up or down ramp s because the unit could tip over causing serious personal injury The unit must be pushed manually on ramp s to load or unload properly Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches wires door openings etc where the operator may be struck or pulled from the unit which could result in serious injury Disengage all attachment clutches depress the brake pedal completely before attempting to start engine direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place 26 27 28 29 Your machine 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 Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and or build up on the mower d
43. ol in the FAST position Pull the choke control outward Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position After the engine starts release the key It will return to the ON position IMPORTANT Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time Doing so may cause damage to your engine s electric starter e After the engine starts deactivate the choke control NOTE Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tractor Doing so will result in a rich fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly Stopping the Engine A WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating e Ifthe blades are engaged place the PTO Blade Engage knob in the disengaged OFF position e Place the throttle control near the FAST position e Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position e Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting Engaging the Parking Brake To engage the parking brake e Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it there while gently pushing the parking brake lever downward e Hold the parking brake lever down while removing your foot from the brake pedal e Once engaged the parking brake lever and the brake pedal will lock in the down position To disengage the pa
44. ou will not have to stop while on the slope Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blade s and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT 1 2 Do not turn on slopes unless necessary then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff ditch or if an edge caves in Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not coast downhill Over speeding may cause the operator to lose control of the machine resulting in serious injury or death Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments e g loaded dump cart lawn roller
45. park plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately 5 five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control If the blades do not stop within the this time frame your unit should be serviced professionally by an authorized Cub Cadet dealer Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation Adjust and service as required Check the blade s and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade s for damage e g excessive wear bent cracked Replace the blade s with the original equipment manufacturer s O E M blade s only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices Check their proper operation regularly After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the mac
46. rees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury e Mow up and down slopes NEVER across e Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes e Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles e Avoid turns when driving on a slope If a turn must be made turn down the slope Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of a roll over e Avoid stopping when driving up a slope If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward Setting The Cruise Control NOTE The cruise control feature should only be utilized while traveling in the forward direction e Slowly depress the upper portion of the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved e Lightly depress the cruise control lever e While continuing to hold the cruise lever down lift your foot from the drive pedal you should feel the cruise latch engage e Once engaged the cruise control lever and the drive pedal will lock in the down position and the tractor will maintain the same forward speed NOTE Cruise control can not be set at the tractor s fastest ground speed If the operator should attempt to do so the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed Disengage
47. rking brake e Slightly depress the brake pedal NOTE The parking brake must be engaged if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off Driving The Tractor A A WARNING Avoid sudden starts ex cessive speed and sudden stops WARNING Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO Blade Engage knob in the disengaged OFF position depressing the brake pedal and engaging the parking brake If leaving the tractor unattended also turn the ignition key off and remove the key e Briefly depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake Move the throttle lever into the FAST rabbit position e To travel FORWARD slowly depress the upper portion of the drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved See Figure 6 Brake Pedal Figure 6 e To travel in REVERSE check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the lower portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your foot NOT your heel until the desired speed is achieved See Figure 6 IMPORTANT Do NOT attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before pivoting the drive pedal from forward to reverse or vice versa Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 7 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a A slope in excess of 15 deg
48. rranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET LLC CUB CADET with respect to new merchandise pur chased and used in the United States its possessions and territories CUB CADET warrants this product against defects in mate rial and workmanship for a period of one 1 year for com mercial users commencing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in material or workmanship This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Batteries and belts are subject to separate terms as follows a Batteries have a one year prorated limited warranty with 100 replacement during the first three months After three months the battery replacement credit is based on the months remaining in the twelve 12 month period dating back to the original date of sale Any replacement battery will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty period b All belts are covered by a one 1 year limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED CUB CADET DEALER
49. se the tractor to travel forward Depress the lower portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your right foot NOT your heel to cause the tractor to travel in reverse Ground speed is also controlled with the drive pedal The further forward or rearward that the pedal is pivoted the faster the tractor will travel The pedal will return to its original position when it s not depressed IMPORTANT Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended Hour Meter Located in the center of the tractor s console the hour meter operates whenever the engine is running and records the actual hours of tractor operation See Figure 4 OIL PRESSURE B88686868 HOURS 1 10 PTO BLADE ENGAGE PARKING Figure 4 System Indicator Lights Your tractor is equipped with four indicator lights in the center of its dash panel If the Brake light or PTO Blade Engage light illuminates when attempting to start the unit proceed as follows Brake Engage the parking brake PTO Blade Engage Move the PTO Blade Engage knob into the disengaged OFF position It is normal for the Oil light and the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is cranking but if either illuminates while the engine is running proceed as follows Oil Stop the tractor immediately and check the crankcase oil level as instructed on page 18 of this manual Add oil as required Battery If this light illuminate
50. sition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm GENERAL OPERATION 11 Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the 1 Read understand and follow all instructions on the cutting deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet machine and in the manual s before attempting to 12 A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place contact or thrown object injuries for future and regular reference and for ordering 13 Stop the blade s when crossing gravel drives walks or replacement parts roads and while not cutting grass 2 Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation 14 Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing Know how 1 stop the machine and disengage them roadways This machine is not intended for use on any quickly public roadway 3 Never SON children under te years ld t perate this 15 Do not operate the machine while under the influence of machine Children 14 years old and over should read and alcohol or drugs understand the operation instructions and safety rules in 16 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light this manual and should be trained and supervised by a 17 Never carry passengers Patent f 18 Disengage blade s before tra
51. skin Allow the tractor to cool and use caution when changing the lamp bulbs Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a grease fitting See Figure 15 Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation Rim Grease Fitting Figure 15 e To remove the bulb amp socket from the reflector housing simply grasp the socket and gently rotate it 1 4 turn clockwise e After replacing the bulb align the tab of the socket with the notch of the reflector and gently rotate it 1 4 turn counterclockwise Cutting Blades A WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off remove ignition key disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade s for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping the blade WARNING Periodically inspect the blade adapter and or spindle for cracks or damage especially if you strike a foreign object Replace immediately if damaged A The blades may be removed as follows e Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal on page 21 then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside e Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer See Figure 16 Figure 16 e Usea 1 1 8 wrench to remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembl
52. tions on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you 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 equipment or any associated equip ment facilities or service downtime the claims or costs of third parties including customers and injury to prop erty and further including expenses incurred for substi tute or replacement lawn care services for transportation or for related expenses or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inci dental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of the safety features of the product shall void this Warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the prod uct This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or original lessee How State Law Relates to this Warranty This limited war ranty gives you specific legal rig
53. tsrietettttintntintkntatuntnnnttnnntnnnnnenstnnat 12 Making Adjustments scanere asa E E AE EAR 16 Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor cccccceeeeseeeeeteeeeeeeeeeenneeeeeteaeeeeeeeeaeeeeeetenaeeeeetenaaeeeeeeea 18 STEIRA E A E E E E E E EEN 19 Off Season Storage cceceececeeeeeeee tence eteeeeeeeaeeseaeeeseeeeeeeaeeseaaeeseeaeessaeeeseeeeseeeeseneeeseeees 24 Maintenance Chiat irssiissi inses uiaiia ani E in aditeehecvtiaeveiivval nein 24 TFOUDIOSNOOLAG sereen enna e EA E AEEA 25 Attachments amp ACCESSOTLICS cceeeeeeeeeeeeenee eee teeeaaeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeaeeeeeneaaes 25 SPCCINICATIONS sesioen id vesanes a ea a eaa E a aE E A ERE aa aE 26 Warranty Information eeina r Ea a ANNAN N AEE Eear 34 FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator s Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor It will help you assemble prepare and maintain the unit for best performance Please read and understand what it says Before you start assembling your new equipment please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your Cub Cadet dealer You can locate the model number by looking on the left side of the frame behind the tire A sample model plate is shown below For future reference copy the model number and the serial number in the space below Copy the model number here Copy t
54. ttery Charging If the unit has not been put into use for an extended period of time charge the battery with an automotive type 12 volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six amps A WARNING Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances Fuse A fuse is installed in your tractor s wiring harness to protect the tractor s electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage If the electrical system does not function or your tractor s engine will not crank first check to be certain that the fuse has not blown It can be found under the hood mounted behind the top of the dash panel on the support bar Pull the fuse out and inspect it to determine if it is good or blown IMPORTANT Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement A Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck proceed as follows e Place the PTO Blade Engage knob in the disengaged OFF position and engage the parking brake e Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender e Remove the PTO belt from around the tractor s electric PTO clutch Refer to Figure 18 or Figure 19 e Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor locate the deck support pin on the rear left side of the de
55. velling in reverse Back up 4 Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper slowly Always look down and behind before and while mstructon F ree backing to avoid a back over accident 5 To help avoid blade contact ora thrown object injury 19 Slow down before turning Operate the machine ke6p bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 smoothly Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop 20 Disengage blade s set parking brake stop engine and machine if anyone enters the area 6 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the blade s Thrown objects can cause 21 serious personal injury 7 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also 292 avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to 23 protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes 24 9 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals 25 10 Be aware
56. xed v idler See Figure 20 e Pivot the double idler bracket forward slightly before removing the idler extension spring from the stud and the double idler bracket itself Do NOT discard the spring e Roll the drive belt out from around both the v idler pulley and the flat idler pulley found on the double idler bracket e Carefully unplug the tractor s wire harness from the connector on the electric PTO clutch e Note the orientation of the electric PTO clutch Remove the hex bolt from the center of the electric PTO clutch and gently lower it off of the engine crankshaft e Be careful not to lose any washers or spacers which may be found on top of the electric PTO clutch Transmission Pulley Beneath Cooling Fan Left Frame Rail e The engine pulley is located directly above the electric PTO clutch Lower the engine pulley far enough to be able to remove the upper drive belt from around it IMPORTANT When remounting the electric PTO clutch make certain that is properly oriented against the anti rotation bracke prior to securing it to the engine s crankshaft Torque the center hex bolt to between 38 foot pounds and 50 foot pounds e Remove the drive belt by feeding it from front to rear toward the hydrostatic transmission See Figure 20 e Continue removing the drive belt by gently lifting it off of the transmission pulley and over the cooling fan IMPORTANT The fins on the cooling fan are only slightly flexibl
57. y See Figure 16 To properly sharpen the cutting blades remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges parallel to the trailing edge at a 25 to 30 angle IMPORTANT If the cutting edge of the blade has already been sharpened or if any metal separation is present replace the blades with new ones It is important that each cutting blade edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade balance A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and may cause damage to the tractor and result in personal injury The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly IMPORTANT When replacing the blade be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked Bottom or with a part number stamped in it facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position IMPORTANT Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 Ibs ft and 90 Ibs ft Battery The battery is sealed and is maintenance free Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added e Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build up 20 e After cleaning the battery and terminals apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals e Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting IMPORTANT If removing th
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