Cub Cadet 982 User's Manual
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1. y Service the air cleaner element Refer to ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER Reduce the load Make sure air intake screen shrouding and engine fins are free of accumulated dirt and trash Refer to ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Open the vent in the cap Remove air cleaner Tighten the carburetor and manifold mounting nuts Replace as instructed in ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER Adjust the brake Refer to BRAKE See your authorized dealer 29 TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy ENGINE OVERHEATS Insufficient cool air dirty air intake screen shroud cooling Lean carburetor adjustment Oil level incorrect a b 9 9 Keep the air intake area and cooling fins clean Refer to ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER Readjust Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Engine oi level must not be over the FULL mark or below the LOW mark Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM See your authorized dealer 30 LUBRICATION TABLE Anticipated Air Temperature Point of Lubrication Capacity Above 32 F 32 F to 0 F Below 09 0 0 17 1 17 19 3 5 pts 1 6L LH Low Ash En LH No 19 with gine Oil SAE 30 ILH Low Ash Engine Oil filter Note Do not Engine Oil SAE 5W 202. ai l 5 19A09 y SSO 9 pe SS esn VM 2 33 1 Engine dipstick 2 Steering knuckles Both sides 3 Front axle pivot bolt Right side 4 Steering lever Left side 5 Hydrostatic drive hydraulic fluid oil filter Three Point Hitch 6 Hydrostatic drive hydraulic fluid oil level and filler Center under cover 7 Engine oil drain plug 8 Hydrostatic drive A hydraulic oil filter 9 Engine oil filter Before Each Use Check the with the engine stopped and ada sufficient new oil to bring it to the FULL mark on the dipstick Do not overfill Do not operate the engine if the oil level is below the LOW mark on the dipstick After Every 10 Hours of Operation Use IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease and apply sufficient grease to fiush out old grease and dirt Use IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease and apply sufficient grease to flush out old grease and dirt NOTE It may be necessary to rotate the front axle to reach the grease fitting NOTE After the first 10 hours only remove the oil filter and replace with a new filter Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Change the oil filter after 50 hours and every 100 hours of operation thereafter the tractor is equipped with a Three Po
3. 36 SPECIFICATIONS CAPACITIES FU ue AIM a uis eerie ae as des da 4 gals 15 1 L Crankcase WING uro vLex eer EDU ens wae ka eL Ke RE Sd es eoa at 3 5 pts 1 6 L Crankcase WITHOUT TINGE uos gia eiue kalte oed ab ce Da dudes che de dr 3 2 pts 1 5 L Transmission case with Hydro drive unit mounted 14 pts 6 61 Steenuig gear NOUSING Robe dor b duse eO M add Y Ib 0 1 KG HYDROSTATIC DRIVE FOWAO fase ae A ERG LE RS Ier dae een E ed aa diabete 0 to 8 2 mph 13 2 Km h HOVBISQ Feet csc d doses ee 0 to 4 04 mph 5 Km h ENGINE Madel e CL cc Onan B48G e NCES ata acme we a lucie due Be Bape wide tate 2 DOTE Cr 3 250 in 82 6 mm pol C 2 875 in 73 mm Displacement 47 74 3 782 cm Engine Speed governed Bos Ede e cC 1200 RPM High idle speed actora ob Rat dod EU X 3400 RPM Ea x e o UG CENE RR Aw DUC pdt S Re 3150 RPM Valve clearance engine COIG uie ew aee od ol EO cR CER COSS ee 007 009 in
4. your authorized dealer The tractor is used for so many different types of work and because it is called on to operate under so many different conditions a variety of equip ment is available to adapt it to the requirements of the user Type of Equipment Rear Wheel Weights Three Point Hitch Category Tire Chains Tractor Cover Utility Box Front weight package MAINTENANCE CHART 10 hours 30 hours 50 hours 100 hours Operation to Before or once three times or twice Before be performed Clean engine intet air screen each use a month a season a season storage More often under dirty conditions X Check engine oil level Fill fuel tank Grease front axle pivot bolt Lubricate brake shaft Re oil and clean foam air pre cleaner More often under dirty conditions Service air cleaner paper cartridge Check spark plugs After first Change engine oil 5 hours Check transmission oil level Replace transmissio oil filter After first After first Every 100 50 hours hours there X After first Every 100 50 hours hours there X after X 10 hours Lubricate steering gear housing Drain fuel Clean cooling fins amp external surfaces Lubricate steering knuckles 2 and steering arm Lubricate speed control linkage cam plates Check battery electrolyte level Replace engine oil filter NOTE When the red hand of the hour meter is in the red areas
5. Adjust the seat for operator s maximum comfort visibility and complete control of the tractor Refer to various sections of the operator s manual for additional information OPERATING THE TRACTOR 55 AN caution f Keep all shields in place Before leaving operator s position f a Shift transmission to neutral b Set parking brake Disengage attachment clutch d Shut off engine e Remove ignition key Wait for all movement to stop before servicing machine 4 Keep people and pets a safe distance away from machine 5 Look to the rear before backing up p ARAARAAARAAYD A UNLESS f GUARD OR ENTIRE f b DO NOT OPERATE MOWER GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE quuna 4 ET ys To prevent injury do not carry pas sengers or give rides Keep children pets and bystanders a safe dis tance away GOVERNOR The governor is set at the time the engine is assembled and should not require readjustment unless the governor arm is removed or loosened from the governor shaft Consult your authorized dealer if the governor does not function properly THROTTLE LEVER This lever controis the speed of the engine When set in a given position it will maintain a uniform engine speed When using power take off operated equipment best performance is achieved with the throttle lever in the
6. FAST position Refer to struments and Controls 9 This symbol shows fast position 4 This symbol shows slow position SPEED CONTROL LEVER The lever is used to select any speed from a stand still N position to eight miles per hour in the for ward direction and to four miles per hour in the reverse direction Moving the speed control lever forward provides increased forward speed and moving the lever rearward provides the reverse speeds Refer to Instruments and Controls NOTE Do not rest your foot on the neutral return pedal while driving the tractor as this would cause the speed con trol lever to return to the posi tion SPEED CONTROL LEVER STOP An adjustable speed control lever stop is provided to allow the operator to return to a predetermined speed STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Be sure there is an adequate supply of fuel in the tank WARNING To avoid fire or injury tighten fuel cap securely Never remove the fuel tank cap or fill the fuel tank when the engine is running or hot or in doors Also do not smoke when working around flammable fuel 2 Be sure the fuel shut off valve is open 3 Pull choke control button to full choke posi tion Less choking may be necessary due to variations in temperature grade of fuel etc Little or no choking will be needed when the engine is warm 4 Place the throttle just off SLOW position 5 To start the engine
7. They are attached to each rear wheel with two bolts lock washers and hex nuts If additional weight is desired a second set of weights can be attached to each first weight by using two longer bolts MOUNTING TIRES ON THE RIM After mounting a tire on the rim inflate it to 20 pounds pressure to seat the tire bead on the rim flange Then deflate the tire to the correct operating pressure NOTE After the first 10 hours of operation check and retorque the ten wheel lug bolts both sides to 47 Ibf ft 64 N m to make sure they have seated properly TIRE CHAINS Optional Tire chains will provide additional traction for wet ground conditions when plowing snow or pulling heavy loads Rear wheel weights are recom mended when using chains OVERLOADING Do not overload the tractor tires by mounting equipment on the tractor which exceeds the load capacity of the size of the tires on the tractor Seat Maintenance Clean the seat regularly using a silicone base vinyl cleaner Do not use solvents or vinyl cleaners with a toluene or alcohol base as these will damage the seat Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight as sunlight deteriorates vinyl When not in use store tractor indoors if possible If stored outdoors keep seat covered to protect if from weather extremes In extremely cold weather vinyl becomes brittle and care must be taken to avoid cracking the seat by sudden pressures or sharp cornered objects Sma
8. 3 2 pts substitute 10W 30 SAE 10W or 1 51 10W 40 SAE 5W 30 without filter before each use Engine Crankcase With or without IH Hy Tran Fluid oil filter fluid is used which does not meet require ments of IH B 6 Specifications International Harvester Co will not be responsible for sub standard performance such as lack of proper control power or premature wear out of hydraulic components Failures due to use of improper fluid or filters are not covered by warranty For maximum protection used IH Hy Hydro drive unit mounted on transmission 30 Add as case with filter needed Tran Fluid and filters Steering gear 100 A Ib Two strokes of the lubricator using IH 251H housing or 0 1KG grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose Yearly lithium grease Use IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi Steering knuckles purpose lithium grease and apply two or three front axle pivot 10 strokes of the lubricator or sufficient grease to amp steering arm flush out old grease and dirt 100 Remove front wheels and pack bearings with Front wheel Or IH 251H EP grease or equivalent 2 multi bearings Yearly purpose lithium grease and reinstall wheels Drive shaft lubricating 30 Use IH 251H EP grease and apply two or bushing three strokes of the lubricator 31 LUBRICATION GUIDE The life of any machine depends upon the care it is given Proper lubrica tion is a very important part of
9. fuse housing Remove the old fuse and replace it with a new one Then reassemble the cap to the housing BATTERY EXPLOSIVE GASES POISON CAUSES SEVERE BURNS KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILOREN Cigarettes flames sparks could cause battery to explode Always shield eyes and face from battery Do not charge or use booster cables or adjust post connections without proper Meus va and training Contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing In event of accident flush with water and call physician immediately MA 17150 Before working on any part of the electrical system disconnect the battery ground cable at the battery negative terminal Do not recon nect this cable until all work has been completed This will prevent shorting and damage to any of the electrical units Examine the electrical cables occasionally to be sure they are not being frayed by contact with adjacent parts When replacing a battery make certain the ground cable is connected to the negative terminal on the battery Be sure the rubber boot is properly positioned over the positive terminal on the battery Both cables must be assembled with the nuts to the inside of the terminals to prevent shorting against fender well Cleaning and Servicing the Battery Occasionally remove the battery cables and brighten the terminal contact surfaces with wire wool and reassemble them Apply a light coat of vaseline or ch
10. lubrication fitting reach up under the left side of the tractor frame 12 Steering gear housing Center bottom Speed Control Linkage Once a year appiy a light amount of IH 251H EP grease or 13 Cam plates equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease Lubricate the brake pedal shaft and linkage with eight or Brake pedal shaft ten drops of engine oil If the tractor is equipped with a Three Point Hitch apply several strokes of IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease on the rockshaft hubs once a year Add enough grease to flush out the oil grease and dirt Apply a few drops of engine oil to the threaded ends of the upper link and lift links Three Point Hitch 35 SPECIFICATIONS REAR POWER TAKE OFF v 389 V 7 38 40 mm 5 45 inches ENGLISH METRIC DIA 882 887 22 40 22 53 PITCH DIA PITCH DIA 9375 23 813 1011 2568 o TEETH 1011 2588 PRESSURE ANGLE Machine for inside diameter fit 165 100 mm 6 500 inches 17843 Rear Power take off shaft spline dimensions Power take off shaft speed at full throttle 2000 r p m Direction of rotation looking at rear Of IractOr osse Is clockwise Center line of power take off shaft above rear axle centerof 1 75 in 82 8 mm End of power take off shaft to rear of rear axle center line 10 0 in 188 9 mm
11. maintenance is required 28 TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy HARD TO START No gasoline in fuel tank or carburetor Fuel line or carburetor clogged Gas filter plugged Water Choked improperly Flooded engine Defective ignition orloose wiring Defective battery Spark plug dirty or improperly gapped Fo 4 4 h a ee b Fill the tank with gasoline open the fuel shut off valve Check the fuel line and carburetor Clean the fuel line and carburetor with commer cial carburetor cleaner Replace Drain the fuel tank and carburetor Use new fuel and dry the spark plug Follow the starting instructions Check the wiring spark plug or breaker Check and service Refer to BATTERY Clean adjust the gap to 025 inch 635 mm replace the plug ENGINE OPERATES IRREGULARLY OR KNOCKS Engine incorrectly timed 2 Spark plug dirty wrong gap or wrong type Poor or weak spark Carburetor setting Poor grade fuel or water in fuel Engine overheating Engine valves at fault Engine smokes 9 b a 9 P
12. o P 4 9 9 E GC amp Oil level will rise due to gasoline in Air filter will become oil and fuel soaked Engine leaks oil MISTIN ied ap Er CUR Other engine problems Excessive oijlinaircleaner wae Clean reset the gap or replace Check the breaker points and breaker point open ing spark plug and wiring Adjust Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Drain and use a good grade of clean fuel Refer to ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER Adjust the carburetor Check for worn piston and rings Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER Refer to OPERATING COLD WEATHER Be sure that dipstick is fully seated and all excess oil is squeezed out of pre cleaner foam element LACK OF POWER Air cleaner Engine Engine Poor fuel too rich or too lean a mixture Fuel tank air vent Air leakage between carburetor and engine Incorrect timing or faulty ignition Brake drags p yy 9
13. suddenly when going uphill or downhill Mow up and down face of steep slopes never across the face Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of control Always keep the tractor in gear when going down steep hills to take advantage of engine brak ing action Stay alert for holes in terrain and other hidden hazards Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment A Use only approved drawbar hitch points B Limit loads to those you can safely control C Do not turn sharply Use care when back ing D Use counterweight s or wheel weights when suggested in owner s manual Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways When using any attachments never direct dis charge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near vehicle while in operation Handle gasoline with care It is highly flam mable A Use approved gasoline container B Never remove cap or add gasoline to a run ning or hot engine or fill fuel tank indoors Wipe up spilled gasoline C Open doors if engine is run in garage Ex haust fumes are dangerous Do not run engine indoors Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condition and keep safety devices in place Use guards as instructed in owner s manual 28 29 30 31 32 33 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condi tion Never store the equipment with gasoline in
14. system is not drained 5 After the engine has cooled remove the spark plug and pour two tablespoonsful of a rust in hibited oil such as Hy Tran or IH No 12 engine oil into each cylinder Crank engine slowly to distribute the oil over the cylinder walls Then replace spark plug 6 Clean the exterior of the engine 7 Remove the battery and place it in a cool dry place above 32 0 C Check battery at least once a month for electrolyte level and amount of charge Refer to Battery REMOVING FROM STORAGE 1 Fill the fuel tank and be sure the grade of oil in the crankcase is according to the temperature range in the Lubrication Table 2 Install a fully charged battery and properly connect 3 Check air pressure in tires 4 Start the engine and let it run slowly Do not accelerate it rapidly or operate at high speed immediately after starting 27 WARNING Do not run the engine in confined areas such as storage buildings any longer than is necessary Move the tractor outside into the air EX HAUST GASES ARE TOXIC OPEN ING DOORS AND WINDOWS MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE VEN TILATION OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES When you purchased your tractor you probably had it completely equipped for your particular needs at the time However later you may wish to obtain some of the equipment or accessories shown below These items and other altied equip ment can be purchased from and installed by
15. system is working properly and is not the source of the problem If adjustment is needed proceed as follows MA 17684 1 Turn both mixture adjusting screws in until 1 High speed governor stop lightly seated then back idle fuel adjusting 2 Set low speed adjustment so engine runs screw out 1 1 8 turns and main fuel adjusting 1 000 RPM in SLOW position screw out 1 1 2 turns NOTE 3 Move engine speed control lever to slow posi Forcing the adjusting screws tight tion Back out low speed screw on will damage the needle and seat so that throttle stop screw on carburetor con Turn in only until light tension can trols engine speed Adjust throttle stop screw be felt for 1 000 r p m idle 15 4 Determine best idle mixture setting first turning idle fuel adjusting screw in until engine speed drops and then outward until engine speed drops again Over a narrow range between these two settings engine speed remains at its highest Set adjustment screw about 1 8 turn outward rich from the midpoint of this range 5 Readjust throttle stop screw for 1 000 RPM then adjust governor low speed screw for 1 200 RPM idle 6 Move engine speed control lever to fast posi tion Bend high speed stop on governor so engine runs at vehicle manufacturer s recom mended speed 3 400 r p m 7 Check main mixture adjustment by rapidly ac celerating engine from idle to full speed The engine should accelerate evenl
16. tained tighten jam nuts Jam nut Lift link tube Lift link tube hole Grease fitting AC NA 21 Every 10 hours of operation apply several strokes of No 2 multi purpose lithium grease at the lift link and lower link connection Add enough grease to flush out old grease and dirt Refer to Lubrication Guide UPPER LINK ADJUSTMENT To level a mounted implement from front to rear turn upper link ball counterclockwise to lengthen the link or clockwise to shorten the link When the hitch is not in use the upper link should be placed in the bail See your implement Operators Manual specific instructions for 1 Upper link ball 2 Upper link 3 Bail CAM SWAY LIMITER PLATES The cam sway limiter plates can be mounted in two positions the sway position shown in il lustration or the non sway position The sway position allows side sway of the lower links To mount the cam sway limiter plates in the sway position the indentation should be facing outwards As the lower links move up the cam sway limiter plates force the links out to the side eliminating sway in transport position To mount the cam sway limiter plates in the non sway position switch the plates so the indenta tion is toward the power take off shaft As the lower links are raised they will not be allowed to sway in any position See your implement Operator s Manual specific instructions for COUPLING THE EQUIPMENT TO THE THREE
17. that care Be certain that all lubrication fittings are assem bled in place using the lubrication illustrations as a guide Always lubricate the tractor thoroughly before tak ing it to the field Use a pressure lubricating gun Be sure all fittings are free from dirt and paint so the lubricant is certain to enter the bearing Always force the lubricant through the full length of each bearing until it emerges at the end carry ing with it the worn lubricant and any dirt that may have entered the bearing Miscellaneous working parts not provided with lubrication fittings should be oiled daily with a good grade of lubricating oil Lubricant is cheap Use plenty of it Worn parts can be expensive to replace Keep your supply of lubricating oil and grease stored in clean containers and covered to protect from dust and dirt Keep the lubricating gun nozzle clean and wipe dirt from grease fittings before lubricating The symbols in the illustration indicate the method of application and the hourly intervals to apply the lubricant Use pressure lubricating gun and ply IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease suffi cient to flush out the old grease and dirt Lubricate at hourly intervals indicated on sym bols e each use 32 Dipstick use to check engine oil before LUBRICATION GUIDE epis sapis x i A E f
18. thrown by the mower in any direction and cause injury Clear work area of objects which might be picked up and thrown by the mower in any direction and cause injury Stop the blade s when crossing gravel drives walks or roads Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine Disengage power to attachment s and stop engine before leaving operating position Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times as the rotating blade s can cause in jury 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Disengage power to attachment s and stop engine before making any repairs or ad justments Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to pre vent accidental starting Before attempting to unclog the mower or discharge chute stop the engine The mower blade s may continue to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut Therefore be sure the blade s have stopped completely Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to pre vent accidental starting Disengage power to attachment s when transporting or not in use Take all possible precautions when leaving vehicle unattended such as disengaging power take off lowering attachments shift ing into neutral setting parking brake stop ping engine and removing key Do not stop or start
19. working order The spark arrester must be attached to the exhaust system and comply with Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION Chassis serial number serial number plate is located near left rear fender MODEL DELIVERY DATE malt Engine serial number 9494 LE INTRODUCTION A variety of extra equipment and accessories is available Where operating and maintaining in struction is required it is included in the instruc tion for operating and maintaining the tractor Disregard the instructions for equipment not on your tractor LEFT and RIGHT indicate the left and right sides of the tractor when facing forward in the driver s seat Reference to FRONT indicates the grille end of the tractor to REAR the drawbar end with the instructions may result in personal injury Z nni To reduce the potential for any injury comply with the following safety instructions Failure to comply SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDING VEHICLES 10 11 12 13 14 15 It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate this unit Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts This unit is a precision piece of power equip ment not a plaything Therefore exercise ex treme caution at all times Know the controls and how to stop quickly READ THI
20. 1 Remove wing nut and cover 2 Remove foam pre cleaner element by sliding it up off of the paper cartridge 3 A Wash pre cleaner element in liquid deter gent and water B Squeeze dry in cloth C Saturate in engine oil Squeeze to distribute oil evenly D Wrap in shop towel and squeeze to remove excess Oil Discard used element and replace with new one at least once a year Servicing Paper Cartridge This engine is equipped with a dry type air cleaner element which should be checked every 100 operating hours and replaced if dirty It should be checked and if necessary replaced more often under extremely dirty dusty conditions Do not wash element in any liquid or attempt to blow dirt off with air hose as this will puncture filter ele ment Carefully handle new element do not use if gasket surfaces are bent or twisted Check the followina when installing new element 1 Base must be flat on O ring of carburetor Replace base if bent or cracked 2 Gasket surfaces of element must be flat against base and cover to seal effectively 3 Seal on cover must be in place to reduce noise and vibration of the cover Vibration can cause stud hole in cover to enlarge thus per mitting dirt to enter carburetor 4 Wing nut must be finger tight do not over tighten Properly cleaned and installed air cleaner elements are the best gaurantee to continued long and satisfactory engine life ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The twelve
21. 177 228 mm intake 012 014 in 304 355 mm exh ei Pp DI ow ese rele are 12 Volt Battery Spark plug gap 14mm plug Champion RBN 13Y or equivalent 025 in 64 mm BIGak SF DOWNES 2 ooa aco prac oh E Oeo Ure eee Don e DP a be ea dot p 021 in 51 mm gap TP EP 21 degrees BTDC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM System VONAGE dius dd oco dcs s acts nd s d ee 12 volt neg ground DANCE ia ied RDA Ee ENE CA eRe Ras Hee ona beanie bed 1HPRLU PP 20 amp Fuse cartridge type Bla Ern AGC 10 10 AMP Slow Blow CUTE Ce AGC 10 10 Slow Blow NOTE If tractor is equipped PP 3AG 15 amp Stow Blow Headlights all glass sealed beam units as Sa ae yey Peat ahora a ee wate Lamp No 4411 1 IH Part No 126 470 C1 e d oy utei oaa Lamp No 194 IH Part No 20 627 H1 d een S rera ew e 18 x 8 50 8 niil a REM TTE 26 x 12 00 12 Specifications are subject to change without notice 37 SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Tread Front with 18 x 8 50 8 tires 33 in 838 mm Hear with 26 x 12 00 12 ti
22. INTERNATIONAL To The Owner Assembled in this manual are operation lubrica tion and maintenance instructions for the Cub Cadet 982 Tractors The material has been prepared in detail to help you better understand the correct care and efficient operation of your tractor Before you operate the tractor study this manual carefully Additional copies may be ordered from your dealer at a nominal price Your local authorized dealer is interested in the performance you receive from this tractor He has factory trained servicemen informed in the latest method of servicing tractors modern tools and original equipment service parts which assure proper fit and good performance The Cub Cadet 982 Tractor has a hydrostatic drive It is the best hydrostatic drive unit available and will require minimum service if recommended operation and maintenance procedures are fol lowed To obtain top performance and assure economical operation the tractor should be inspected depending on its use periodically or at least once a year by your authorized dealer When in need of parts always specify the model chassis and engine serial numbers including the prefix and suffix letters Write these serial numbers in the space provided on page 3 should you desire additional information not found in this manual contact your authorized dealer UNDEH NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU TO SERVICE THIS UNIT YOURSELF Only your dealer is au
23. POINT HITCH Hitching an implement to the tractor is easier if both are on reasonably level ground Back the tractor to the implement so the hitch holes in the lower links are in line fore and aft as close as possible with the implement hitch pins Lower the hitch using the hydraulic lift control lever until hitch holes in the lower link are in line with the implement hitch pins Final alignment can be made by turning the lift link tube clockwise or counterclockwise as needed Refer to Lift Link Adjustments Insert the implement hitch pins in to the hitch holes in the lower links Adjust length of upper link refer to Upper Link Adjustment until ball lines up with implement holes Connect upper link to implement Adjust the hitch as described in your implement Operator s Manual UNCOUPLING THE IMPLEMENT Lower the implement to the ground Remove the pins from the three hitch holes If the pins are dif ficult to remove slightly raise or lower the hitch until the pins are free AN WARNING Securely block the implement be fore disconnecting it from the tractor to prevent the implement from fall ing or tipping over which could re sult in accident or injury DRAWBAR Drawbar equipment must be hitched to the tractor only at the hitch hole in the drawbar 22 REAR POWER Optional OPERATING THE REAR POWER TAKE OFF CLUTCH The rear power take off is an electric clutch operated by a toggle sw
24. S OWNER S MANUAL Do not allow children to operate vehicle Do not allow adults to operate it without proper instruction Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your mower No one should operate this unit while intox icated or while taking medication that impairs the senses or reactions Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts to avoid en tanglement in the moving parts Never operate a tractor in bare feet sandals or sneakers To prevent injury do not carry passengers or give rides Keep children pets and by standers out of the area while mowing Only the operator should ride on the unit and only in the seat Check overhead clearance carefully before driving under power lines guy wires bridges low hanging tree branches entering or leaving buildings or other situations where the operator may be struck or pulled from the trac tor which could result in serious injury To maintain control of the tractor and reduce the possibility of upset or collision operate the tractor smoothly avoid erratic operation and excessive speed Keep the area of operation clear of all per sons particularly small children and pets Stop engine when they are in the vicinity of your mower Although the area of operation should be completely cleared of foreign ob jects a small object may have been over looked and could be accidently
25. amage to components of the electrical system The first jumper cable must connect the positive terminal of the booster battery and the positive terminal of the battery on the tractor The second jumper cable must first be connected to the negative terminal of the booster battery and then to a point on the frame of the tractor away from the battery having a good ground so no spark occurs near the battery For dependable battery service see your autho rized dealer HYDRAULIC LIFT The hydraulic lift is ready to operate when the engine is running OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Hydraulic lift control lever 2 Front hydraulic outlet control lever Optional The hydraulic lift control lever is spring loaded To raise the equipment move the lever back toward the tractor seat To lower the equipment move the lever forward The front hydraulic outlet control lever optional provides for on the go angling of a front mounted blade 2 MA 17393A 1 Locking knob 2 Cam stop 3 Tang The cam stop may be adjusted to allow the imple ment to return to a single preset height With implement in desired height position release cam stop by turning locking knob counter clockwise Turn cam stop until it contacts tang Lock cam stop into this position by turning cam knob clockwise 1 Lift bracket 2 Hole not seen for bolt 3 Lift arm Equipment is normally operated in a Float posi
26. assis lubricant Be sure the ter minals are clamped tightly and that the battery is fastened securely in the battery box Replace unserviceable cable Keep the vent holes in the battery filler caps open Keeping the battery fully charged not only adds to its life but makes it available for instant use when needed Liquid Level Check the battery at least once a month for elec trolyte level The electrolyte acid and water in each cell should be at ring level at all times to prevent bat tery failure When the electrolyte is below this level add pure distilled water Acid or electrolyte should never be added except by a skilled battery man Under no circumstances add any special battery dopes solutions powders AN WARNING if the tractor is to be tipped up or on its side remove the battery to avoid spilling the electrolyte Battery elec trolyte is poisonous and can be in jurious to eyes skin and clothing If electrolyte is spilled flush im mediately with water followed by a solution of one part baking soda to four parts water Connecting Booster Batteries When required a booster 12 volt battery may be connected in parallel with the 12 volt system on the tractor WARNING Gas discharged by battery is explo sive Avoid sparks near the bat tery 19 NOTE circuits must be turned Off Electrical system is NEGATIVE grounded only Reversed polarity will result in permanent d
27. ated on the red areas of the hour meter dial every 10 hours this indicates a service period is necessary Hefer to Maintenance Chart and Lubrication Guide for 10 and 30 hour service requirements The red dial indicates the number of hours from 0 to 60 The yellow dial indicates the total hours of operation up to 600 For one revolution of the red dial the yellow dial moves 1 10 of a revolution The white dial indicates that the hour meter is operating COMBINATION LIGHTS AND IGNITION SWITCH The combination lights and ignition switch is a four position switch Refer to chart for various operating positions Switch Position Lights Ignition 1 Off Off 2 On 3 Off On 4 Off Actuates starting motor When the engine is not operating the key must be turned to the OFF position to prevent battery dis charge The headlights are sealed beam units Refer to Specifications when replacement is necessary To replace the taillight lamp remove socket and bulb from the back of the taillight by rotating socket 1 4 turn Refer to Specifications SPARK PLUGS Checking the spark plug gap Set gap at 025 inch 64 mm AN WARNING To avoid possible injury be sure engine is off and cool before mak ing any adjustments or repairs NOTE Remove all dirt from around the spark plugs before removing Remove the spark plug after every 100 hours of operation for clea
28. between 90 F and O F 32 and 22 If temperatures are not within this range drain the oil from the crankcase and replace with new oil as specified in the Lubrication Table The engine oil must be drained and replaced with new oil every 50 hours of engine operation To aid starting the selection of crankcase lubricating oils should be based on the lowest ticipated temperatures until the next drain period Refer to Lubrication Table We recommend Low Ash Engine Oil for gasoline engines IH Low Ash Engine Oil exceeds API Service Classification SE It is specifically designed for heavy duty service in gasoline engines and is formulated to minimize metallic deposits lengthen spark plug and valve life IH Low Ash Oil used with unleaded gasoline is the ideal combination to maintain performance and extend engine life If other than IH Low Ash Engine Oil is used it must meet API Service Classification SE For maximum engine life select API SE oils with lowest levels of barium calcium or magnesium additives and minimum ash content approximately 0 5 Lubricant suppliers will normally furnish this in formation on their engine oils Multi viscosity numbered oils such as SAE 10W 30 or SAE 10W 40 must not be used above 32 degrees Fahrenheit 0 degrees Celsius Regularly check the oil level of the engine crankcase to see that it is filled to the correct level NOTE Check the oil level only while th
29. coating of oil on the filter gasket Thread the filter on by hand until tight enough to seat the gasket Loosen the filter Then turn it until the gasket contacts the base Tighten the filter an additional one half turn Start engine and allow it to run for a few minutes Shut engine off and check for leaks check oil level in transmission case Dipstick located in front of seat CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS AN CAUTION If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running e g carburetor disengage all clutches and blades Keep clear of all moving parts and be careful of heated surfaces and muffler AN WARNING To avoid injury or an accident be sure the brake pedal is in the locked position transmission is in neutral and any equipment is disengaged before starting engine to make car buretor adjustments Air cleaner has been removed from illustrations in order to show car buretor uidi MAY Ko 17 CAUTION Exhaust fumes can kill Never run engine inside buildings 2 Start engine and allow it to warm u thoroughly at least 10 minutes 1 Idle fuel adjusting screw 2 Main fuel adjusting screw High speed 3 Throttle stop screw The carburetor idle fuel adjusting screw and main fuel adjusting screws were set for maximum effi ciency at the factory and should normally not be disturbed If adjustments seem necessary first be sure the ignition
30. cting the panel spring ADJUSTING THE SEAT Before starting the tractor adjust the seat to the most comfortable driving position Tilt the seat forward over the steering wheel loosen the four cap screws in the seat support and slide the seat assembly forward or rearward to the position which is most comfortable for the operator Retighten the cap screws after the seat is ad justed NOTE The battery is located in a well under the operator s seat for ease in ser vicing or replacement when neces NEUTRAL PEDAL When the neutral pedal is depressed all the way down it activates the safety start switch and automatically moves the speed control lever to the position and returns the transmission to neutral It also applies the left wheel brake if the brake pedals are not locked together and both wheel brakes if the brake pedals are locked together The tractor should be stopped either by simultaneously depressing the neutral pedal and both brake pedals or by manually returning the speed control lever to neutral while depressing both brake pedals For brake adjustments refer to Brake section of manual APPLYING THE PARKING BRAKE Always lock the brake when the tractor is parked on a grade To lock the brake brake pedals must be latched together to provide braking to both rear wheels Latch dual brake pedals together depress neutral pedal left side place the pedal lock in the engaged posi
31. dividual brak ing of the rear wheels to aid in turning the tractor in soft soil conditions Depress the right brake pedal to slow or stop the right rear tractor wheel depress the left brake pedal to slow or stop the left rear tractor wheel The tractor wili turn in the direction of the wheel that is slowed or stopped DUAL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Cotter pin and washer Both sides Brake rod Both sides Jam nut Both sides Clevis Both sides Disc pads Both sides amp cC The brake lock is located in the top edge of the right brake pedal and 15 used to lock the two pedals together to provide simultaneous braking to both rear wheels when the brake pedal is depressed If the dual brake pedals are not locked together and the neutrai pedal is used only the left rear tractor wheel is slowed or stopped It is recommended that the brake pedals be locked together when mowing lawns If individual brakes are applied while moving the wheel being braked may skid and cause lawn damage Refer to Operating the Tractor MA 17541 6 Rotor Both sides 7 Clearance between disc pads and rotor Both sides 8 Dual brake pedal arms Right side shown Do not lock neutral pedal Latch dual brake pedal together Remove cotter pins and washers from rear end of brake rods and loosen jam nuts from clevises Block the front wheels and raise rear wheels Adjust each brake rod in turn by turning the brake rod in t
32. e engine is stopped Always keep the oil level between the FULL and the LOW marks on the dipstick When checking the oil level the dipstick must be withdrawn and wiped clean then inserted all the way and withdrawn for a true reading 13 ENGINE OIL FILTER 1 Engine oil filter The life of your engine depends upon clean oil be ing circulated to all bearings The purpose of the oil filter is to separate and remove dirt and other foreign substances from the oil to prevent these injurious materials from being circulated to the engine Under normal operating conditions replace filter after the first 50 hours and every 100 hours of operation thereafter To remove filter turn filter counterclockwise us ing an automotive type filter wrench Turn filter slowly so oil will drain into drain pan located under filter and not splash back into housing To install new filter proceed as follows 1 Apply oil to gasket 2 Thread filter on by hand until tight to seat gasket Loosen filter Turn until gasket contacts base Tighten filter additional one half turn Start engine and allow it to run for a few minutes Shut engine off and check for leaks and re check oil level Refer to Lubrication Table oc c Filling the Crankcase To fill the crankcase with oil place the tractor on a level surface Clean the area around oil fill plug before removing Remove oil cap and dipstick and fill crankca
33. e battery is fully charged and the proper starting procedure is followed The best procedure for starting at temperatures near or below freezing is as follows 1 Pull the choke all the way out into the full choke position 2 Place the throttle lever just off SLOW posi tion 3 Press the neutral return pedal the way down and be sure the power take off switch is in the off positon The safety interlocks will prevent starting unless this is done If tractor is equipped with rear power take off be sure both switches are in the off position 4 Move the key switch into the start position and hold until the engine starts however do not operate the starter for more than 30 seconds at any one time soon as the engine starts slowly push the choke in part WARNING During operation do not run the engine in confined area such as storage building any longer than is necessary Immediately move the tractor outside into the air In cold weather the starting motor may disengage prematurely This is caused by the engine firing once but failing to continue running If this happens several times the engine will be flooded and it will be necessary leave the throttle in the slow position but push the choke in all the way then turn the ignition key to the start position and slowly pull the choke out to the position which will cause the engine to start and continue running If the engine falters after
34. f tread and 18 x 8 50 8 front ply tubeless tires with wheels are standard equip ment The high flotation tires provide maximum mobility in sand snow and soft soil conditions The re duced ground pressure and low inflation provides maximum protection for turf soil and crops INFLATION Keep the pneumatic tires properly inflated Over inflation will cause operator discomfort Under inflation will cause short tire life Always see that the tire valve caps are in place and tightened securely to prevent loss of air and protect the valve core and stem WARNING Use a clip on air chuck extension hose with gauge and stand away from the tire while inflating to pre vent the possibility of personal in jury due to blowoffs etc OPERATING PRESSURE FOR TIRES Inflate the front and rear tires for normal or heavy load operations as shown in the following table Tire Size Pounds per square inch Front Tires 18 x 8 50 8 12 Rear Tires 26 x 12 00 12 12 CARE OF TIRES Avoid stumps stones deep ruts curbs and other hazards Cuts in tires should be repaired im mediately as neglect decreases the tire life Keep tires free from oil and grease as both destroy rubber After using the tractor for spraying operations use water to remove any chemicals that may be on the tires REAR WHEEL WEIGHTS Optional Rear wheel weights increase traction and reduce wheel slippage The weights weigh approximately 75 pounds 34 Kg each
35. g periods of time Make sure the tires are inflated properly Refer to Tires for various inflation pressures Many tractor operations do not require full load operation Whenever possible shift to a higher gear Excessive ballast is wasteful of fuel Use only enough ballast to insure stability and traction for the INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ad caution PWS TBUG m fe operate this machos SAFELY eat rink er 1 Fuses 11 Speed control lever stop 2 Choke control 12 Throttle lever 3 Brake pedal lock 13 Speed control lever 4 Neutral return pedal 14 Dual brake pedal lock 5 Front power take off control switch 15 Dual brake pedals 6 Hydraulic lift control lever 16 Cam lock knob See inset 17 Combination lights and 7 Hydraulic front power ignition switch outlet control lever See inset 18 Rear power take off 8 Steering wheel control switch 9 Charge indicator 19 Fuel tank filler cap 10 Hour meter and gauge Optional Equipment 6 BEFORE YOUR TRACTOR Before you operate the tractor study this manual carefully It has been prepared to help you operate and maintain your tractor with utmost efficiency Familiarize yourself with the operation of all the instruments and controls Fill the fuel tank Check the engine and transmission oil level Clean the air cleaner element if necessary Check the tire inflation pressures
36. g the Equipment to the Three Point Hitch 22 Uncoupling the Implement 22 Drawbar 22 REAR POWER TAKE OFF OPTIONAL 22 23 Operating the Rear Power Take Off Clutch 22 Adjusting the Power Take Off Clutch 22 23 Attaching Equipment to Power Take Off Shaft 23 FRONT POWER TAKE OFF 23 Operating the Front Power Take Off Clutch 23 Adjusting the Power Take Off Clutch 23 BRAKES 23 24 Operating the Standard Brake 23 Operating the Dual Brake Pedals 24 Dual Brake Adjustment 24 FRONT WHEELS 25 Front Wheel Toe In 25 Turning Radius 25 PNEUMATIC TIRES 25 26 Inflation 25 Operating Pressure for Tires 25 Care of Tires 25 26 Rear Wheel Weights Optional 26 Mounting Tires on the Rim 26 Tire Chains Optional 26 Overloading 26 Seat Maintenance 26 STORING THE TRACTOR 26 27 Removing from Storage 27 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES 27 MAINTENANCE CHART 28 TROUBLE SHOOTING 29 30 LUBRICATION TABLE 31 LUBRICATION GUIDE 32 to 35 SPECIFICATIONS 36 to 38 METRIC 51 MEASUREMENTS 39 WARNING TO PURCHASERS OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE EQUIPPED MACHINERY OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA The equipment which you have just purchased does not have a spark arrester 1f this equipment is used on any forest covered land brush covered land or grass covered unimproved land in the State of California before using on such land the California law requires that a spark arrester be provided In addition spark arrester is required by law to be in effective
37. he clevis with the other brake rod disconnected Adjust the rods so there is a 24 minimum amount of clearance no drag between disc pads and rotor Reinstall cotter pins washers and tighten jam nuts Brakes must not drag with pedal in the up position If necessary loosen rods one turn at a time until drag is eliminated FRONT WHEELS FRONT WHEEL The front wheel toe in dimension is approximately 1 8 inch 3 2 mm closer in front than in the rear To measure for proper toe in make a chalk mark on the center line of each tire the same height from the ground as the front wheel hubs Measure the distance between the marks then rotate the tires so that the marks are toward the rear of the tractor the same height from the ground as they were in front The dimension should be approx imately 1 8 inch 3 2 mm larger at the rear Front wheel adjustments To adjust the toe in remove one ball joint loosen the lock nut C at the ball joint and turn the tie rod ball joint in or out as required Tie rod and drag link ball joints TURNING RADIUS The front wheels should have an equal angle for left and right turns If adjustment is necessary remove ball joint and loosen lock nut D turn the drag link ball joint clockwise or counterclockwise as required WARNING Be sure all parts are reassembled tight with cotter pins in place and spread 25 PNEUMATIC TIRES 26 x 12 00 12 rear tur
38. int Hitch apply several strokes of IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease at the lift link and lower link connection Add enough grease to flush out the old grease and dirt Oil al joints not equipped with lube fittings After Every 30 Hours of Operation Check the oil with the engine stopped and add sufficient new oil to bring it to the FULL mark on the dipstick Do not overfill Do not operate the engine if the oil level is below the LOW mark on the dipstick After Every 50 hours of Operation While the oil is warm remove the drain plug and drain all of the oil from the crankcase Replace the drain plug Refill the crankcase with new oil up to the FULL mark on the dipstick Refer to the LUBRICATION TABLE for the proper quantity and viscosity to use NOTE After the first 50 hours only remove the oil filter and replace with a new filter Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Change the oil filter every 100 hours of operation thereafter NOTE When the red hand of the hour meter is in red areas maintenance is required 34 Every 100 Hours of Operation 10 Hydrostatic drive hydraulic oil filter 11 Engine oil filter Change the oil filter and replace with a new filter Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Once a year apply two strokes of the lubricator using IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease NOTE To locate the
39. itch to the right of the combination lights and ignition switch Refer to Instruments and Controls 1 Move the throttle lever back to the medium or SLOW position 2 Flip the toggle switch to the ON position 3 Advance throttle to operating speed full speed 4 The operator must remain in tractor seat at all times If Operator should leave tractor seat without turning off the power take off switch the engine will automatically shut off 1 Power take off shield 2 Power take off output shaft ADJUSTING THE POWER TAKE OFF CLUTCH If the clutch fails to operate properly check fuse on pedestal If this does not correct the problem see your authorized Cub Cadet dealer There are no adjustments possible on rear PTO clutch AN CAUTION To avoid possible injury always disengage all clutches shift the transmission into neutral depress the brake set the brake pedal lock and turn the ignition OFF before working on the machine ATTACHING EQUIPMENT TO POWER TAKE OFF SHAFT Depress collar and hold Insert spline shaft of the equipment being attached into the internal spline opening of the power take off output shaft Pull collar rearward to lock LES Fr 1 Collar 2 Power take off output shaft FRONT POWER TAKE OFF OPERATING THE FRONT POWER TAKE OFF CLUTCH The front power take off is an electric clutch operated by a toggle switch on the left side of the instrument panel 1 Move the throttle le
40. kes as turning brakes only at low speeds to main tain control of the tractor when using rear mounted equipment WARNING Pedals must be latched together when operating the tractor in trans port speeds Individual wheel brakes should not be used when mowing lawns The wheel being braked may skid and cause lawn damage Pedal should be latched together to prevent this DRIVING THE TRACTOR 1 Depress the neutral pedal release the brake lock and let the pedal up Move the throttle lever to the position where the engine operates best for the load to be handled 2 Start the tractor in motion by moving the speed control lever slowly forward or rearward to desired speed WARNING Avoid sudden starts excessive speed sudden stops Keep vehicle in gear when going down hills NOTE When using power take off operated equipment best performance is achieved with the throttle lever in the FAST position Unless dual brake pedals are needed for control in turning the tractor they should be locked together at all times to provide simultaneous braking to both rear wheels SEAT SAFETY SWITCH When using power take off operated equipment the operator must remain in tractor seat at all times If operator should leave tractor seat without turning off the power take off switch the engine will automaticaliy shut off AN CAUTION Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning because it 15 safe
41. ll tears can be repaired using ordinary vinyl electrical tape available in hardware stores 26 STORING THE TRACTOR A 2 eke A CAUTION Exhaust fumes can kill Never run engine inside buildings When your tractor is not to be used for some time it should be stored in a dry and protected place Leaving your tractor outdoors exposed to the elements materially shortens its life Follow the procedure outlined below when storing a tractor for an extended period of time 1 Wash or clean and completely lubricate the tractor Refer to Lubrication Guide 2 Store the tractor so the tires are protected from sunlight Before storing the tractor clean the tires thoroughly Jack up the tractor so the load is off the tires when it is to be out of service for a long period If not jacked up inflate the tires at regular intervals AN WARNING If tractor is jacked up or placed on blocks be sure it is done so it can not be tipped over or fall on some one 3 Run the engine long enough to thoroughly warm the oil in the crankcase and then drain the oil Refill the crankcase with fresh oi as specified in the Lubrication Table and run the engine for about five minutes 4 Drain the fuel tank and run the engine until the fuel is exhausted from the fuel system Gum will eventually form in the fuel tank line and carburetor if the fuel
42. m h 0 035 cubic meter m 3 79 liter L 0 946 liter L 39 Accidents can be prevented with your help No accident prevention program can be suc cessful without the wholehearted co operation of the person who is directly responsible for the operation of equipment To read accident reports from all over the coun try is to be convinced that a large number of ac cidents can be prevented only by the operator an ticipating the result before the accident is caused and doing something about it No power driven equipment whether it be transportation or pro cessing whether it be on the highway in the harvest field or in the industrial plant can be safer than the man who is at the controls If accidents are to be prevented and they can be prevented it will be done by the operators who accept a full measure of their responsibility It is true that the designer the manufacturer the safety engineer can help and they will help but their combined efforts can be wiped out by a single careless act of the operator It is said that the best kind of a safety device is a careful operator We ask you to be that kind of an operator 1 096 352 R2 7 INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER COMPANY PRINTED IN UNITED STATES OF 401 NORTH MICHIGAN AVE CHICAGO ILLINOIS 60611 U S A 772 30
43. ning and checking the gap When adjusting the gap always bend the outer electrode Never bend the center electrode If gap between the electrodes is too great the engine will misfire and be hard to start Always use a spark plug wrench when removing or reinstalling the plug 18 Cleaning Spark Plug Clean spark plug with a pen knife or wire brush and solvent If electrode is burned away or the porcelain is cracked replace with new plug NOTE Do not use abrasive cleaning ma chine because any grit introduced into the engine could cause severe damage Replace a defective plug with a new plug Use a Champion RBN 13Y or equivalent Install the new plug finger tight and complete the installation with a plug wrench Tapered seat plugs do not use gaskets and require about one sixteenth 1 16 turn to effect a gas tight seal If a torque wrench is used tighten to 10 15 ft 155 13 5 20 3 N m See your authorized dealer for the correct replacement plug FUSES Electric Lighting and Electric Power Take Off Clutch There are two fuses on the tractor pedestal The fuse on the left is for the lights the fuse on the right is for the electric clutch Always use the same capacity fuse for replace ment Refer to Specifications If the lights fail or the electric clutch does not engage check the ap propriate fuse To install a new fuse press in on the fuse housing cap and turn counterclockwise to remove it from the
44. putting tractor into mo tion pull the choke out part way un til the engine runs smoothly then gradually push the choke back in as the engine warms OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER While operating this tractor equipped with a 19 9 HP 2 cylinder engine at light loads and usually in low temperature conditions it is possible to foul out a spark plug This will result in gasoline enter ing the crankcase by way of the piston rings the cylinder which is not firing Some symptoms are 1 Oil level will rise due to gasoline in crankcase 2 Air filter becomes oil and fuel soaked 3 Engine leaks oil 4 Mis firing This condition does not necessarily mean that the carburetor piston rings ignition coil wires points or gaskets are defective Correction 1 Replace both spark plugs Check air filter element replace if needed Change oil Adjust carburetor if needed Service spark plugs regularly when using trac tor under light duty or low temperature condi tions or HOOD AND NOISE ISOLATION PANELS The tractor hood is arranged to swing up and for ward for easy access to the engine compartment The hood locks automatically when raised To lower hood release latch on left side by gently pushing hood up to release tension and pull latch to left Also whenever engine maintenance is re quired the noise isolation panels can be readily removed by removing the two wing nuts one on each side and disconne
45. res cic cise ees Sek ob de wk PENSE Ska OS She when 31 5 in 800 mm Liln ez Il DD EE 51 6 in 1 31 m OVO 78 5 in 1 99 m Width Overall oves ERR RERO rato EE i ad ek eae Hare nein ds 43 5 in 1 1 m Height over all to top of steering wheel 47 5 in 1 2 m Ground clearance S E cay an ea tg os res de ow Ae Geen 7 6 194 mm TUNNO oo eT 7 ft 2 5 in 2 2 m Specifications are subject to change without notice 38 MEASUREMENT UNITS English Unit 1 square inch in 1 acre 1 pound force Ibf 1 foot ft 1 inch in 1 mile 1 pound Ib 1 horsepower hp 1 pound force per square inch psi Ibf in t degree Fahrenheit F 1 pound force foot Ibf ft 1 mile per hour mph 1 US bushel 1 US gallon US gal 1 US quart US qt Area Force Length Mass Power Pressure Temperature Torque Velocity Volume Metric Equivalent 51 6 45 square centimeter cm 0 405 hectare 4 45 newton N 304 8 millimeter mm 30 5 centimeter cm 0 305 meter m 25 4 millimeter mm 2 54 centimeter cm 1609 meter m 1 61 kilometer km 0 454 kilogram kg 0 746 kilowatt KW 6 89 kilopascal kPa 0 00689 megapascal MPa t 32 degree Celsius C 1 8 1 356 newton meter N m 1 61 kilometer per hour k
46. rive the tractor up an incline or back the tractor down an incline because the front of the tractor could lift and rapidly flip over backward which could cause serious injury ENERGY CONSERVATION FOLLOW THESE RECOMMENDATIONS Energy Conservation is your best insurance against waste Energy is Money Don t Waste It Energy Conservation Plan consists of 1 Being sure the equipment is properly adjusted to the task being performed Review Operator s 15 Manual thoroughly Manual thoroughly Manual thoroughly tions A Proper carburetor adjustment B Fuel and air filter servicing at the proper intervals Being sure the operator is thoroughly trained in the operation of the equipment Review Operator s Being sure that proper lubrication and maintenance procedures are followed Review Operator s Matching as closely as possible the tractor size horsepower to the implement size and soil condi Make sure the engine is properly adjusted This includes C Check air gap of the ignition points and spark plugs and throttle back to increase fuel economy job being performed Keep the underside of the mower deck clean Make th minimum number of passes over the field Maintain sharp mower blades Level the mower properly Use the proper lubricants and fuel for the particular season of the year the tractor is being operated Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not idle the engine for lon
47. safety starting switches must be activated by pressing the neutral return pedal all the way down and moving the power take off clutch switch to the disen gaged position NOTE The speed control lever will return to neutral when the neutral return pedal is pressed all the way down 6 Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position and release it as soon as the engine starts however do not operate the starter for more than 30 seconds at any one time If the engine does not start within this time turn the key OFF and wait a few minutes then try again 7 After the engine starts slowly release the brake pedal and gradually push the choke con trol button all the way in Do not use the choke to enrich the fuel mixture except as necessary to start the engine IMPORTANT After striking a foreign object stop the engine Remove wire from spark plug thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage and repair the dam age before restarting and operating the mower TRACTOR BREAK IN PROCEDURE Never operate a new engine immediately under full load Break it in carefully as shown in the table below Engine Throttle Control Lever Period Position STOPPING THE ENGINE Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position and allow the engine to idle for a short time before stopping Then turn the key to the OFF position COLD WEATHER STARTING To start engine in cold weather use correct weight of engine oil be sur
48. se to the full mark on dipstick Capacity 3 5 pints 1 6L with filter or 3 2 pts 1 5L without filter Check oil level on dipstick before adding more oil Wipe off dipstick before inserting it all the way into the tube then remove dipstick and check oil level DO NOT OVERFILL Dipstick must be pushed fully in to tube at all times when engine is operating NOTE Never overfill the engine crankcase Engine may overheat and or damage may result if the crankcase is below the LOW mark or over the FULL mark For oil capacity refer to the Specification and Lubrication Table section FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE 1 Fuel shut off valve 2 Fuel filter not seen Be sure the shut off valve under the fuel tank is open To turn the fuel on turn the knob counterclock wise to the stop To turn the fuel off turn the knob clockwise until it is tight HYDROSTATIC DRIVE HYDRAULIC FLUID FILTER Remove the throw away can type filter and replace with a new filter after the first 10 hours and 50 hours of operation and every 100 hours of opera tion thereafter NOTE Clean the outside area before re moving the filter to keep dirt from getting into the transmission case If a mower is mounted on the tractor the mower must be lowered to facili tate removal of the filter 14 To remove the filter turn the filter counterclock wise using an automotive type filter wrench Before installing the new filter apply a
49. the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure To reduce fire hazard keep engine free of grass leaves or excessive grease The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and inspected for damage after strik ing a foreign object The damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine When using the vehicle with mower proceed as follows 1 Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light 2 Never make a cutting height adjustment while engine is running if operator must dismount to do so 34 35 3 Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher 4 Check blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at frequent intervals Check grass catcher bags frequently for wear or deterioration For safety protection replace only with new bag meeting original equipment specifications Look behind to make sure the area is clear before placing the transmission in reverse and continue looking behind while backing up 36 Whenever possible avoid driving the tractor on inciine such as a ramp or slope If necessary to move the tractor on an incline whenever practical back the tractor up the in cline and drive the tractor forward down the incline Use extreme caution if it is necessary to d
50. thorized to repair or replace units on this drive under the terms of the warranty Should you desire addi tional information not found in this manual con tact your authorized dealer MA 17532 TO THE OWNER SERIAL NUMBERS INTRODUCTION SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR OPERATING THE TRACTOR Governor Throttle Lever Speed Control Lever Speed Control Lever Stop Starting the Engine Tractor Break In Procedure Stopping the Engine Cold Weather Starting Operating in Cold Weather Hood and Noise Isolation Panels Adjusting the Seat Neutral Pedal Applying the Parking Brake Dual Brake Pedals Dual Brake Pedal Lock Driving the Tractor Driving on Slopes Stopping the Tractor ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Fuel Shut Off Valve Hydrostatic Drive Hydraulic Fluid Filter Carburetor Adjustments ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER Engine Cooling Dry Type Air Cleaner with Foam Pre Cleaner Element ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Safety Starting Switch Seat Safety Switch Charge Indicator Hour Meter Combination Lights and Ignition Switch Spark Plugs Fuses Battery HYDRAULIC LIFT Operating Instructions CONTENTS J A Wow CO O0 N co D Q7 14 14 to 16 16 16 HITCHING EQUIPMENT TO THE TRACTOR 20 to 22 Three Point Hitch Optional 20 Lift Link Adjustments 21 Upper Link Adjustment 21 Cam Sway Limiter Plates 21 22 Couplin
51. tion Refer to Dual Brake Pedals 1 Neutral pedal 2 Parking brake pedal lock Parking brake in the engaged position AN WARNING The hydrostatic transmission will not hold the tractor on a hill In a short period of time depending on the hill the oil will drain from the transmission and allow the tractor to roll down hill To avoid an acci dent and or possible injury lock the brake DUAL BRAKE PEDALS Two brake pedals are used for individual braking of the rear wheels to aid in turning the tractor in soft soil conditions Depress the right brake pedal to slow or stop the right rear tractor wheel depress the left brake pedal to slow or stop the left rear tractor wheel The tractor will turn in the direction of the wheel that is slowed or stopped For brake adjustments refer to Brake section of manual DUAL BRAKE PEDAL LOCK The brake pedal lock is located in the top edge of the right brake pedal and is used to lock the two pedals together to provide simultaneous braking to both rear wheels when the brake pedals are 10 depressed To lock the pedals together pivot the lock and engage it in the slot in the left pedal For individual brake action pivot the lock into the storage slot in the right brake pedal If the brake pedals are not locked together and the neutral pedal is used only the left rear tractor wheel is slowed or stopped 1 Dual brake pedal lock WARNING Use the two pedal bra
52. tion implement free to move upward To operate equipment in a fixed Locked posi tion where down pressure of the implement is re quired blade work remove frame cover and in stall bolt 1 2 x 1 1 8 inch not furnished with trac tor between the lift arm and lift bracket HITCHING EQUIPMENT TO THE TRACTOR THREE POINT HITCH Optional When the tractor has a three point hitch equip ment adaptable to this hitch is raised or lowered with the hydraulic lift control lever Refer to Hydraulic Lift AN WARNING To prevent an accident disengage power to any attachment when trans porting or not in use 1 Lower links 5 Lift links 2 Fixed drawbar 6 Cam sway limiters 3 PTO shield plates sway position 4 Upper link 7 Sway limiter spring Drawbar and three point hitch The tractor hitch has three points for attaching mounted implements Two points are for pulling and lifting the implement and the third point is for holding the implement level The tractor hitch conforms to the specifications for Category 0 trac tor hitch established by the A S A E and the S A E NOTE Refer to the equipment manual for proper hitching instructions LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENTS To level an implement from side to side loosen jam nuts insert a round bar in hole in the lift link tube and turn the lift link tube clockwise to lengthen the link or counterclockwise to shorten the lift link When the desired length has been ob
53. ty device de signed for protection DRIVING ON SLOPES Before operating the tractor on any slope walk the slope to look for possible hazards such as rocks mounds ruts stumps or other surface ir regularities which could cause an upset Back the tractor with implement up the steepest portion of each slope you intend to work If the tractor can not negotiate the slope in reverse the slope is too steep to be worked WARNING Always drive up or down the face of a slope Do not drive so that the tractor may tip over sideways 11 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 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 possibili ty of flipping the tractor over backward STOPPING THE TRACTOR Move the speed control lever to the position and depress the brake pedals Before dismounting always engage the parking brake and turn the igni tion OFF Also disengage the power take off control switch Brake pedals must be latched together to provide braking to both rear wheels Latch dua brake pedals together before locking neutral pedal WARNING Always engage park lower equip ment and shut off engine before dis mounting Never start engine from ground 1 Fuel tank filler cap and gauge 2 Fuel tank 3 F
54. uel line and filter 4 Fuel shut off valve not seen 5 Oil filler cap and engine dipstick 6 Air cleaner Fuel System NEVER SMOKE while Shut off engine and electrical equip ment refueling This engine is designed to operate on unleaded or leaded gasoline with a 91 minimum octane rating Research Method or a minimum Antiknock In dex RON MONJ of 87 Antiknock Index is posted on dispensing pumps 12 NOTE Gasohol is not approved for use by the engine manufacturer and should not be used The use of gasohol may damage the engine The use of unleaded gasoline will increase spark plug and valve life maintain engine performance longer and reduce rust and corrosion of the engine while stored The fuel tank filler cap has an air vent Keep the vent open at all times to assure proper flow of the fuel Use clean fuel and keep it clean Store fuel in tanks equipped with hose and nozzle to prevent contamination of the fuel The use of funnels cans and drums is not recommended because they are difficult to keep clean Allow space for fuel expansion when adding fuel to the tank A tank filled to capacity may overflow if exposed to a rise in temperature or direct sunlight Before starting the engine check the fuel tank cap to be certain it is tightened completely ENGINE OIL The engine crankcase is filled with ship away oil This oil may be used for the first 5 hours of engine operation at temperatures
55. ver back to the medium or SLOW position 2 Flip the toggle switch to the ON position 3 Advance throttle to operating speed full speed 4 The operator must remain in tractor seat at all times If operator should leave tractor seat without turning off the power take off switch the engine will automatically shut off 23 ADJUSTING THE POWER TAKE OFF CLUTCH The clutch is factory adjusted and should not re quire further adjustment under normal operating conditions However if the clutch fails to operate properly check as follows Check fuse on pedestal AN CAUTION avoid possible injury always dis engage all clutches shift the trans mission into neutral depress the brake set the brake pedal lock and turn the ignition OFF before work ing on the machine Using a feeler gauge check the air gap Insert the feeler gauge into one of the three access slots located around the outside of the brake plate The air gap should be 018 022 inches 254 381 mm Adjust the self locking nuts to obtain proper clearance Repeat adjustment at all three access slots 2 1 Access slots 2 Brake plate 3 Self locking nuts If the above procedure does not work see your authorized dealer BRAKES During normal operation on this machine the brakes are subject to wear and will require periodic examination and adjustment OPERATING THE DUAL BRAKE PEDALS The two brake pedals are used for in
56. volt electrical system consists prin cipally of a rectifier alternator starting motor and a twelve volt battery ignition coil condenser breaker points and spark plugs All connections must be clean and securely fastened SAFETY STARTING SWITCH The safety starting switches activated by the neutral pedal and the power take off clutch switch serve to prevent starting the engine accidentally The neutral pedal must be depressed and the power take off switch in OFF position before engine will start SEAT SAFETY SWITCH When using power take off operated equipment the operator must remain in tractor seat at all times If operator should leave tractor seat without turning off the power take off switch the engine will automatically shut off CHARGE INDICATOR This instrument indicates whether the alternator is charging or the battery is discharging If it shows discharge continuously investigate the cause to avoid completely discharging the battery and possible damage to the charging circuit 17 HOUR METER The hour meter is located on the instrument panel It indicates the actual hours of engine operation enabling the operator to determine without guesswork when lubrication change of oil or periodic inspections are necessary It also provides a means of computing cost of specific jobs The hour meter operates whenever the engine is running or the ignition key is in the ON position When the red hand is loc
57. y and without hesitation If it does not turn main fuel ad justing screw out in 1 8 turn increments until engine accelerates smoothly but do not turn out more than 1 2 turn beyond the original set ting ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER ENGINE COOLING This tractor has an air cooled engine Air must be able to circulate freely around the engine through the screen shroud and over the fins of the cylinder head and cylinder block Keep these areas free of accumulated dirt and trash or engine will overheat and result in damaged moving parts Periodically clean the inside of the engine com partment for adequate cooling NOTE This machine is designed to cool properly with the engine side panels in place Operating the machine without panels in place may result in inadequate cooling Never operate engine with blower housing or cool ing shrouds removed These direct air flow past cooling fins Removal results in improper air circulation overheating and engine damage DRY TYPE AIR CLEANER WITH FOAM PRE CLEANER ELEMENT MA 17538 Air cleaner assembly Wing nut Cover Element cover Foam pre cleaner element Paper cartridge Base Air deflector plate Breather tube Air intake tube Cleaning Foam Pre Cleaner Element Clean and foam pre cleaner element at 1 month intervals or every 10 hours whichever oc curs first NOTE Service more often under dusty conditions
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