Cub Cadet 682142 User's Manual
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1. MA 17386 A 1 Wing nuts 6 Foam pre cleaner C Saturate in engine oil Squeeze to distrib 2 Cover element ute evenly x 3 Seal 7 Base back D Wrap in shop towel and iso to remove 4 Cover plate plate excess oil 5 Paper cartridge 8 Tube Discard used element and replace with new one an least once a year 16 Air cleaner assembly Servicing Paper Cartridge This engine is equipped with a dry type air cleaner element which should be checked every 100 oper ating 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 following when installing a new element 1 Back plate must be flat on gasket of carburet or elbow Replace back plate if bent or cracked 2 Gasket surfaces of element must be flat against back plate and cover to seal effective ly 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 nuts must be finger tight do not over tighten Properly cleaned and installed air cleaner elements are the best guarantee to continued long and satisfactory engine life ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The twelve volt electrica2. Owner s Manual TRACTORS Important Model Numbers Read Safety Rules and 682142 Instructions Carefully and amantan DUNE gradual 782142 CUB CADET CORPORATION e PO BOX 36900 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 772 3038 pal Cub Cadet Corporatlon s Promise To You We promise you the first usar purchaser that we will replace or repalr any part or parts of your new outdoor power product which is defective in material or workmanship without charge for either parts or labor during the first year following delivery to you What You Must Do We recommend that you take the product back to the dealership where you purchased it at your ex pense however you may also take it to the most convenient authorized Cub Cadet dealer Transportation charges are your reaponslbility Replacement Paris Warranty Cub Cadet parts which are furnished and installed under this warranty are themselves within the coverage of this warranty for the duration of the original one year warranty period or for ninety days after installation whichever period shall ex pire last What ls Not Covered Tires and tubes are not covered by this warranty but are warranted by their manufacturer Reguiar maintenance replacement items such as spark plugs ignition points condensers filters and lubricants and maintenance adjustments such as fuel system cleaning engine tune up brake and or clutch inspection or adjustment when
3. adjustment is in many cases a clogged air filter This possibility should be ruled out before attempting to readjust carburetor Refer to ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER page 19 If readjustment becomes necessary stop the engine then turn the MAIN and IDLE fuel ad justing screws all the way in until they bottom lightly NOTE To prevent possible damage to the carburetor needles be very careful closing the carburetor needles be fore basic adjustments are made Improper adjustment of the carbu retor may result in engine damage Main Fuel Adjustment Preliminary setting turn screw out 2 turns Final setting start engine and raise engine speed to maximum governed no load speed Turn screw in just until engine speed decreases and note the position of the screw Now turn the screw out The engine speed will first increase but then decrease as screw is turned out Note the position of screw when engine speed starts to decrease Set the screw midway between the two points noted above idle Speed Adjustment Run engine at maximum governed no load speed for a minimum of 30 seconds then allow engine speed to fall to idle or put throttle into idle posi tion Set engine speed to 1200 75 RPM by turn ing the idle speed screw in or out Idle Fuel Adjustment Set the idle fuel mixture by turning the idle fuel screw out from the closed position 3 4 to 1 full turn 15 Exhaust fumes can kill
4. replace the plug ENGINE OPERATES IRREGU LARLY OR F Engine incorrectly timed Sipas Qa Z eed eles E Spark plug dirty wrong gap or wrong type ee Clean reset the gap or replace Poor or weak PPR da pa a Check the breaker points and breaker point open 2 ing spark plug and wiring x Carburetor setting incorrect O Adjust Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Poor grade fuel or water in fuel Drain and use a good grade of clean fuel Engine overheating ae eer eee E Refer to ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER Engine valves at fault Engine smokes Adjust the carburetor Check for worn piston and E rings Oil level will rise due to gasoline in crankcase encore Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER Air filter will become oil and fuel soaked Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER Engind leaks oil O et eeeeeesees Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER MIS TN A See endear alg Bane bka aa Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER Other engine problems as AN i Excessive oil in air cleaner Senaki TEET Be sure that dipstick is fully seated and all excess oil is ies out of pre cleaner foam element LACK OF POWER Air cleaner clogged sg std ok Searle td wat pe Service the air cleaner element Refer to ENGINE COOLING AND ay CLEANER Engine overload cd ai 2
5. Check blade mounting boits 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 Whenever possible avoid driving the tractor on an incline 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 drive 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 Energy Conservation Plan consists ot FOLLOW THESE RECOMMENDATIONS An Energy Conservation Plan is your best insurance against waste Energy is Money Don t Waste It as 1 Being sure the equipment is properly adjusted to the task being performed Review Operator s Manual thoroughly 2 Being sure the operator is thoroughly trained in the operation of the equipment Review Operator s Manual thoroughly Manual thoroughly tenance procedures are followed Review Operator s 4 Matching as closely as possible the tractor size horsepower to the implement size and soil condi tions 5 Make sure the
6. 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 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 N position or use the standard brake pedal Before dismount ing always lock the brake pedal and turn the igni tion OFF Also disengage 1e power take off control switch 11 Always engage park lower equip ment and shut off engine before dis mounting Never start engine from ground ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Arms NEVER SMOKE while refueling Shut off engine and electrical equip ment This engine is designed to operate on unleaded or leaded gasoline with a 91 minimum octane rating Research Method or a minimum
7. Reduce the load Engine overheated HELENE TETTE E eas I Make sure air intake screen shrouding engine fins and grille screen are free of accumulated dirt and trash Refer to ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER Poor fuel too rich ortoo leana mixture ae aha Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Fuel tank air vent clogged as Open the vent in the cap Air leakage between carburetor and engine Remove air cleaner Tighten the carburetor and manifold mounting n ts Replace as instructed in ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER Incorrect timing or faulty ignition ee eee o o Brake drags EEE EA is Adjust the brake Refer to CLUTCH BRAKE See your authorized Cub Cadet dealer TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy ENGINE OVERHEATS Insufficient cool air dirty air intake screen shroud cooling fins or dirty grille screen Keep the air intake area and cooling fins clean s Refer to ENGINE COOLING AND AIR CLEANER Lean carburetor adjustment Readjust Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Oil level incorrect a AA Engine oil level must not be over the FULL mark or below the LOW mark Refer to ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM See your authorized Cub Cadet dealer LUBRICATION TABLE Anticipated Air Temperature JAbove 32 F Point of Lubrication Below 0 F 17 1 C 32
8. When you purchased your tractor you probably had it completely equipped for your particular heeds at the time However later you may wish to obtain some of the equipment or accessories shown below These items and other allied equip ment can be purchased from and installed by your authorized Cub Cadet 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 Implement Handle Helper Spring 682 Tractor Rear Wheel Weights Three Point Hitch Tire Chains Tractor Cover Utility Box Front Weight Package MAINTENANCE CHART 10 hours 30 hours 50 hours 100 hours or once three times ortwice or _amonth aseason aseason yearly Before storage Before each use Operation to be performed Clean grille screen front amp backside amp engine inlet air screen Check engine oil Level Fill fuel tank Change ening oil More often under dirty conditions After fi a 10 hours Replace transmission oil filter After first poe pues rs _ Every 100 hours there _after Re oil 4 clean foam air precleaner Check battery electrolyte level Grease front axle pivot bolt Lubri
9. engine inside buildings Never run 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 cylin der block Keep these areas free of accumulated dirt and trash or engine will overheat and result in damaged moving parts Periodically clean the in side of the side panels and grille screen for ade quate 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 oper ate engine with blower housing or cooling shrouds removed These direct air flow past cooling fins Re moval results in improper air circu lation overheating and engine dam age DRY TYPE AIR CLEANER WITH FOAM PRE CLEANER ELEMENT MA 18999 1 Wing nut i Paper cartridge 2 Cover Foam pre cleaner 3 Rubber tube element 4 Cover plate Base back plate Air cleaner assembly Servicing Foam Pre cleaner Element Clean and re oil foam pre cleaner element at 1 month intervals or every 10 hours whichever oc curs first NOTE Service more often under dusty conditions 1 Remove wing nut s 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
10. 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 io be prevenied and they can be prevented it will be done by the operators who accept a full measure of their responsibility lt is true that the designer the manufacturer the safety engineer can help and they wil help but their combined efforts can be wiped out by a single careless act of the operator lt is said that the best kind of a safety device is a careful operator We ask you to be that kind of an operator
11. q 199y9 epis 1ybIy 194 2949yy sinoy OE 19a9 pue sinoy S 1e aSBueyo lo en ul 7 Hoe 6 uoyoq 1a1usy iy Lan 30 1 Engine filler cap and dipstick 2 Steering knuckles 2 Both sides 3 Transmission ott filter 4 Front Axie pivot bolt Right side 5 Engine oil drain plug 8 Transmission oil level and filler plug 7 Transmission oil filter 8 Transmission oli fitter 9 Steering gear housing Center bottom Speed Control Linkage 10 Cam pilates Miscellaneous Brake pedai shaft LUBRICATION GUIDE Before Each Use Check the oii with the engine stopped and add sufficient new olf 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 flush out old grease and dirt NOTE After the first 10 hours only remove the oli 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 Use IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpase 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 After Every 30 Hours of Op
12. such replacement or adjustments are made as part of normal maintenance service are excluded from coverage Any non Gub Cadet product which you may have installed in or upon the product is also excluded No person is authorlzed to give any other warran ties or to assume any other liablllties on the Com pany s behalf unless made or assumed in writing by the Company and no person is authorized to give any warranties or to assume any liabilities on the seller s behalf unless made or assumed in writing by the seller Cub Cadet Corporation Limited One Year Warranty For Outdoor Power Products Limitations On Our Responsibility Please carefully note that thie is a two way agree ment We promise to make free repairs or replacements as stated but you agree that except _ for our obligation to make good on this promise _ we shall not be responsible for any expenses or in convenience which you might Incur or experience with respect to our product nor shall we be liable for defects damage or failures caused by unauthorized alterations unreasonable use acol dent or abuse including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance after our product has been delivered to you Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inciden tal or consequential damages so the above limita tion or exclusion may not apply to you This war ranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary fro
13. 4 gals 15 1 L Crankcase inci di O O ha aaa 3 pts 1 4 L Transmission case with Hydro drive unit mounted a Ore ee eee eee ee 14 pts 6 6 L Steering gear housing oo eo ees ere ee ee ae O Got angela aa 1 4 1b 0 1 KG HYDROSTATIC DRIVE Speed IP OPWAIC cuca ya bas ead wad nian he ease dea ned ee uhuy miu 0 to 8 64 mph 13 89 Km h A u untu u tl Dua Babe ol Bo a ka RNM ee db sasa pa ua ata 0 to 4 25 mph 6 83 Km h ENGINE Make and model PETEM EEEE ac A OR Kohler electric starting E n E a EAE ee KT17 Cylinders ee Te uk E ae dia E as A tatters 2 BOIG 226s Gee eee ae ee Sie ee oF as E AS 3 125 in 79 4 mm Stroke PEE TO oo hi dea as tron ee ee ere Lorna 2 750 in 69 8 mm Displacement cubic inches es ans ais Beattie tors Ba REE Oe Be eo a ee 42 18 691 2 cc Engine Speed governed Low speed A ee en a a ere u ih eel Bee ee ET ean ery ee 1200 rpm High idle speed I i no load er ee ee ee ey dadas A da 3600 rpm full load S Se E EEA EA AS ARA ee ee 3350 rpm Valve clearance _ 3 engine cold PE sa ede ty ee ie EN AN 008 011 in 203 279 mm intake e 011 014 279 355 mm exh Ignition lo ENS EEE EEEE O a uiay s ua aaa osa n Battery Spark plug gap 14 mm plug Champion RBL 154 or equivalent ela 025 in 635 mm gap Breaker DONS ent bios ae Soiree Ea ee
14. Antiknock In dex RON MON 2 or 87 Antiknock Index is posted on dispensing pumps The use of unleaded gasoline will increase spark plug and valve life maintain engine performance 1 Fuel tank filler cap and gauge 2 Fuel tank 3 Coil 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 NOTE Gasohol is not approved for use by the engine manufacturer and should not be used The use of gasohol may damage the engine A AE A T Pala asia E ae w a ir gt are q a AE ast cee 17 A sit 1 de 4 Oil fill plug 5 Dipstick 6 Air cleaner Fuel System 12 A nas smaaps AAA pum MA 18918 1 Fuel tank filler cap and gauge 4 Oil fill plug 2 Fuel tank 5 Dipstick 3 Coil 6 Air cleaner Fuel System NEVER SMOKE while refueling Shut off engine and electrical equip ment 13 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 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
15. OPERATING YOUR TRACTOP Before you operate the tractor study this manual carefully lt 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 oil level Clean the air cleaner element if necessary Check the tire inflation pressures Remove noise isolation panels and clean any ac cumulated grass and debris from the intake fan on engine Make certain that the backside of the grille screen is clean and unobstructed Pull forward on top edge to expose rear side of screen Remove by hand any accumulated grass and debris Adjust the seat for operator s maximum comfort visibility and complete control of the tractor Refer to various sections of the operator s manual far additional information OPERATING THE TRACTOR A YA YA MAA WARNING 4 1 Keep all shields in place 2 Before leaving operator s position a Shift transmission to neutral b Set parking brake C d Shut off engine e Remove ignition key 3 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 Doa w w AAA AA DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS GUARD OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE Disengage attachment clutch To prevent injury do not carry pas sengers or g
16. eee es OS 017 023 in 432 584 mm gap ELECTRICAL SYSTEM System voltage aa far tied E eee ens 12 volt neg ground Battery Eo as oa Aa acted O A e 1HPRLU AROMAT acid cairo A ares satan E EE pos 15amp Fuse cartridge type HOE A Pade is cae as E ees a AGC 10 10 AMP Slow Blow Headlights all glass sealed beam units La are upa asss eee eee ere ls No H7610 H Part No 126 470 C1 TAHOD orita O aeete gain uta ve Macatee ee ee ee ere ee Lamp No 194 IH Part No 20 627 R1 BRAKES Single disc internal transmission brake Internal wet brake TIRE SIZES PEO Decora tds be A O O A tl int a ORAL lA 16x6 50 8 Rear E da A eee ee 23 x 10 50 12 Specifications are subject to change without notice 32 SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Tread Front with 16 x 6 50 8 LUGS ora Laa abs aya a aaron E amapas patu O 29 in 737 mm Rear with 23 x 10 50 12 tires Jeane eee ee a e 27 0 in 686 mm Wheelbase E AE eae aie A ee ee eee re ee rere eee ee eae 44 in 1 12 M Length over all Se ee ad re re Do ahs Span es aos 72 0 in 1 82 M Width over all Pe iaa da EEE E dns 37 75 in 959 mm Height over all to top of steering wheel ma na a E oe Da os PEN 43 in 1 09 M Ground clearance E FT eg hve Sets tes a ie ns a nse tes mrp O EENE 6 in 152 mm Turning radiuS 6 6 6 cee eee tee eens EPEE EE T E 6 75 ft 2 06 M
17. engine is properly adjusted This includes A Proper carburetor adjustment B Fuel and air filter servicing at the proper intervals C Check air gap of the ignition points and spark plugs O CO N O 11 12 13 14 15 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 long 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 and throttle back to increase fuel economy Excessive ballast is wasteful of fuel Use only enough ballast to insure stability and traction for the job being performed Make the minimum number of passes over the field Maintain sharp mower blades Level the mower properly Keep the underside of the mower deck ean MA 17477 NOMS who INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Fuses Choke control Brake pedal lock Brake pedal Front power take off control switch Hydraulic lift control lever Hydraulic front power outlet control lever steering wheel Optional Equipment 782 Tractor Shown B ito a ein A Y pees oe le mmm mp Charge indicator Hour meter Speed control lever stop Throttle lever speed control lever Combination lights and ignition switch Cam lock knob BEFORE
18. examination and adjustment To adjust the brake loosen jam nut B Next tighten the brake lever adjusting screw C until finger tight 8 10 inch pounds 904 1 130 N m 22 Tighten jam nut B while holding the adiveting screw If brake drags after slohtening jam nut B loosen the jam nut and back off adjusting screw C slightly and retighten jam nut B Recheck brake adjustment and insure proper brake operation before operating tractor x A WARNING Remember A careful operator is the best insurance against an acci dent Internal wet brakes FRONT WHEELS FRONT WHEEL TOE IN 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 centerline of each tire the same height from the ground as the front wheel hubs Measure the distance between the marks A 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 MA 17222 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 Both ends MA 5148 Tie rod and drag link ball joints TURNING RADIUS The front wheels should have an equal angle
19. water Acid or electrolyte should never be added except by a skilled battery man Under no circumstances add any special battery dopes solutions or powders A 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 immed iately with water followed by a so lution of one part baking soda to four parts water NOTE Undercharging of the battery may occur when using the tractor for short periods of time under 2 hour with a snow blower in very cold weather Under this condition run the engine at high idle with the power take off clutch disengaged Overcharging may occur when using the tractor for long periods of time 8 hours or more without the power take off clutch engaged Run the en gine with the power take off clutch engaged if safely possible Also check the water level of the battery and keep filled Connecting Booster Batteries When required a booster 12 volt battery may be connected in parallel with the 12 volt system on the tractor 19 A WARNING Gas discharged by battery is explo sive Avoid sparks near the battery NOTE All circuits must be turned off Electrical system is NEGATIVE grounded only Reversed polarity will result in permanent damage to components of the electrical sys tem The first j
20. working on the machine Check fuse on pedestal 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 010 015 inches 254 381 mm Adjust the self locking nuts to obtain proper clearance Repeat adjustment at all three access slots NOTE If brake plate drags on clutch at 010 015 inches 254 381 mm air gap increase air gap to 020 inch 508 mm If the above procedure does not work see your authorized Cub Cadet dealer WARNING To avoid an accident or possible injury always disengage all clutches shift the transmission into the neutral depress the brake set the brake pedal lock and turn the ignition OFF before working on the machine Speed control handle centering zone when brake pedal is used N position Transmission is in neutral Braking zone Brake must be engaging With pedal lock in position as shown brakes must withstand a torque of 100 ft Ibs 135 N m gt MA 17344 B 1 Access slots 2 Brake plate 3 Self locking nuts per wheel Wear zone Pedal stop iz MA 5151A SS Brake adjustments A WARNING To avoid injury or possible accident be very careful and take necessary precautions when raising tractor off the ground During normal operation of this machine the brakes are subject to wear and will require periodic
21. 6 27 seconds after the engine blade s may continue to rotate for a few is shut off 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 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 ho es 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 containe
22. EMENTS TO PURCHASERS OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION BNGINE EQUIPPED MACHINERY OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA 25 26 27 28 28 29 to 31 32 33 33 The equipment which you have just purchased apes not havs a spark arrester If 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 the spark arrester is required by law to be in effective 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 Cub BROWNSVILLE TENN 38012 MODEL Serial number plate is located near left rear fender MODEL DELIVERY DATE 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 eee 4 WARNING To reduce the potential for any injury comply with the following safety instructions Failure to comply with the in
23. F to 0 F 0 to 17 1 C I H Low Ash En lH No 19 gine Oil SAE 30 1 H Low Ash Engine Oil Engine Crankcase Note Do not Engine Oil SAE 5W 20 substitute 10W 30 SAE 10W or SAE 5W 30 uid x ft fluid is used which does not meet requirements of IH B 6 Specifications International Hydro drive unit mounted on 14 pts Harvester Co will not be responsible for sub transmission case 6 6L standard performance such as lack of proper con with filter needed Approx trol power or premature wear out of hydraulic com ponents Failures due to use of improper fluid or filters are not covered by warranty For maximum protection use IH Hy Tran Fluid and IH filters Two strokes of the lubricator using IH 251H EP 1 4 Ib grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose 0 1KG lithium grease es lt Use IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease and apply two or three stokes of the lubri cator or sufficient grease to flush out old grease and dirt Remove front wheels and pack bearings with IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease and reinstall wheels Steering gear housing Steering knuckles _ front axle pivot bolt 10 amp steering arm Front wheel bearings 28 LUBRICATION GUIDE The life of any machine depends upon the care it is given Proper lubrica tion is a very im
24. HE BRAKE Always lock the brake when the tractor is parked on a grade To lock the brake press down on the pedal then place the brake pedal lock in the engaged position To disengage the lock press down on the pedal lift the lock up and place it in the disengaged position 1 Brake pedal 2 Brake pedal lock Brake pedal lock in the engaged position 10 A 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 DRIVING THE TRACTOR 1 Depress the standard brake 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 es described above 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 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
25. Procedure Starting the Engine Stopping the Engine Cold Weather Starting Operating in Cold Weather Hood and Noise Isolation Panels Adjusting the Seat Brake Pedal Locking the Brake Driving the Tractor Seat Safety Switch Driving on Slopes Stopping the Tractor ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM Engine Oil 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 Charge Indicator Hour Meter CONTENTS 4 5 16 17 16 16 17 17 to 21 17 17 17 Combination Lights and Ignition Switch Spark Plugs Fuses Battery EQUIPMENT LIFT HANDLE Height Adjustment 682 Tractor HYDRAULIC LIFT 782 Tractor Only Operating Instructions HITCHING EQUIPMENT TO THE TRACTOR Drawbar S Three Point Hitch Optional FRONT POWER TAKE OFF Operating the Front Power Take Off Clutch Adjusting the Power Take Off Clutch BRAKES FRONT WHEELS Front Wheel Toe In Turning Radius PNEUMATIC TIRES Inflation Operating Pressure for Tires Care of Tires Rear Wheel Weights Optional Mounting Tires on the Rim Tire Chains Optional Overloading SEAT MAINTENANCE STORING THE TRACTOR Removing from Storage OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES MAINTENANCE CHART TROUBLE SHOOTING LUBRICATION TABLE LUBRICATION GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS METRIC SI MEASUR
26. Specifications are subject to change without notice English Unit Metric Equivalent S oo Area 7 i 1 square inch in2 6 45 square centimeter cm 1 acre 0 405 hectare ha Force E 1 pound force Ibf 4 45 newton N Length 1 foot ft a 304 8 millimeter mm 30 5 centimeter cm far ae 0 305 meter m 1 inch in 25 4 millimeter mm 2 54 centimeter cm A mile 1609 meter m 1 61 kilometer km Mass i 1 pound Ib 0 454 kilogram kg ur Power 1 horsepower hp 0 746 kilowatt kW Pressure a 1 pound force per square 6 89 kilopascal kPa 0 00689 megapascal MPa inch psi Ibf in Temperature t degree Fahrenheit F t 32 degree Celsius C s A AS Torque 1 pound force foot Ibf ft 1 356 newton meter N m a Velocity 1 mile per hour mph 1 61 kilometer per hour km h Volume 1US bushel 0 035 cubic meter m 1 US gallon US gal 3 79 liter L 1 US quart US qt 0 946 liter L 33 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 7 To read accident reports trom all over the coun try js 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
27. cate steering knuckles and steering arm Retorque rear wheel lug bolts After first 10 hours Lubricate brake shaft Check transmission oil level Clean cooling fins aa external surfaces Service air cleaner paper cartridge More often under dirty E conditions Check spark plugs I Lubricate i steering gear housing Lubricate i speed control linkage cam plates Check and regrease front wheel Drain f NOTE When the red hand of the hour meter is in the red areas maintenance is required 26 Possible Cause L Possible Remedy HARD TO START No gasoline in fuel tank or carburetor ae Fill the tank with gasoline open the fuel shut off valve Check the fuel line and carburetor Fuel line or carburetor clogged Clean the fuel line and carburetor with commer o Cial carburetor cleaner Gas filter plugged rin Replace Water iingasoline Drain the fuel tank and carburetor Use new fuel and dry the spark plug _Choked improperly Flooded engine sP pakan Follow the starting instructions Defective ignition or loose wiring m Check the wiring spark plug or breaker Defective battery Check and service Refer to BATTERY Spark plug sa or improperly gaped fatwa Clean adjust the gap to 025 inch 6935 mm or
28. control lever 2 Front hydraulic outlet contro lever Optional 782 Tractor 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 ge En k le lk MA 1 74 138 Lift bracket lever forward 1 The front hydraulic outlet control lever optional 2 Hold not seen for bolt provides for on the go angling of a front 3 Lift arm mounted blade 782 Tractor 20 Equipment is normally operated in a Float posi 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 12 7 x 28 55 mm not fur nished with tractor between the lift arm and lift bracket HITCHING EQUIPMENT TO THE TRACTOR E MA 17633 1 Lift lever 2 Drawbar 3 Lower mounting bracket Drawbar and three point hitch DRAWBAR Drawbar equipment must be hitched to the tractor only at the hitch hole in the drawbar THREE POINT HITCH OPTIONAL 682 Tractor When the tractor has a three point hitch equip ment adaptable to this hitch is raised and lowered with the lift handle The lift handle can be set to hold the equipment at various positions by use of the notches in the lift handle ratchet The lower mounting bracket at the rear has three holes which are used for additional a
29. d 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 it 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 Small tears can be repaired using ordinary vinyl electrical tape available in hardware stores STORING THE TRACTOR a r AN warninc Exhaust fumes can kiil run engine inside buildings Never 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 dl A 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 son one 2 Run the engine long enough to thoroughly warm the oil in the crankcase and then drain the oil Refill the crankcase with fresh oil as specified in the Lubrication Table and run the engine for about five minutes 3 Drain the fuel tank and run the engine until the fuel is exhausted from the fuel system NOTE Gum will eventually form in the fuel tank line and carburetor if the fuel S
30. djustment Refer to EQUIPMENT LIFT HANDLE NOTE Refer to the equipment manual for proper hitching instructions 21 782 Tractor When the tractor has a three point hitsh equip ment adaptable to this hitch is raised or lowered with the hydraulic lift control lever Refer to Hy draulic Lift AN waanine To prevent an accident disengage power to any attachment when transporting or not in use NOTE Refer to the equipment manual for proper hitching instructions 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 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 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 AN warnine To 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
31. ed Cub Cadet dealer for the correct re placement plug 18 Cleaning Spark Plug Clean spark plugs 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 sandblast or use any abra sive machines to clean spark plugs because any grit introduced into the engine could cause severe damage 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 appropriate fuse To install a new fuse press in on the fuse housing Cap and turn counterclockwise to remove it from the fuse housing Remove the old fuse and re place it with a new one Then reassemble the cap to the housing BATTERY Cigarettes flames or sparks could cause battery to explode Always shield eyes and NGER face from battery Do not charge or use i E booster cables or adjust post connections without proper instruction and training Contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing ln event of accident flush with water and call physicien immediately EXPLOSIVE GASES POISON CAUSES SEVERE BURNS KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN MA 17150 Before working on any pa
32. eration While the oil is warm remove the drain plug 5 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 oil level gauge Refer to the LUBRICATION TABLE for the proper quantity and viscosity to use Check the oil with the engine stopped Keep the lubricant up to level plug 6 on the rear of the transmission case Atter Every 50 Hours of Operation 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 af operation thereafter Every 100 Hours of Operation 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 tH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease NOTE To locate the lubrication fitting tum the front wheels to the maximum right turn position Then reach up under the right side of the tractor frame to locate the fit ting f E Once a year apply a small amount of IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease in the siots Lubricate the brake pedal shaft and linkage with eight or ten drops of engine oil NOTE When the red hand of the hour meter is in me red areas maintenance is required 31 SPECIFICATIONS CAPACITIES Fuel Tank eer re ik gad ies TTT Tee A E
33. filled with break in oil This oil may be used for the first 5 hours of engine operation at temperatures between 90 F and O F 32 C and 22 C 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 30 hours of engine operation To aid starting the selection of crankcase lubricating oils should be based on the lowest an ticipated temperatures until the next drain period Refer to LUBRICATION TABLE We recommend IH 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 1OW 30 or SAE 10W 40 must not be used above 32 degrees Fahrenheit 0 degrees Celsius Regularly check the oil level of the engine cra
34. 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 AN waanine Be sure all parts are reassembled tight with cotter pins in place and Spread PNEUMATIC TIRES 23 x 10 50 12 rear turf tread and 16 x 6 50 8 front 2 ply tubeless tires with wheels are standard equip ment The high floatation tires provide maximum mobili ty in sand snow and soft soil conditions The reduced ground pressure and low inflation pro vides 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 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 injury 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 16 x 6 50 8 12 Rear Tires 23 x 10 50 12 10 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 fr
35. hrow 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 To remove the filter turn the filter counter clockwise using an automotive type filter wrench Before installing the new filter apply a 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 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS 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 Keep clear of all moving parts Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler MA 17387 1 Main fuel screw 2 Idle fuel screw 3 Idle speed screw The carburetor is adjusted at the factory and under normal operating conditions it will not re quire readjusting If the engine does not operate properly what may appear to be a faulty carburetor
36. inte nance Chart and Lubrication Guide for 10 and 30 hour service requirements _MA 16231 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 operat ing COMBINATION LIGHTS AND IGNITION SWITCH The combination lights and ignition switch is a four position switch Refer to chart for various operating positions Ignition Off On On Actuates starting motor NOTE 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 neces sary To replace the taillight lamp remove socket and bulb from the back of the taillight by rotating sock et 1 4 turn Refer to SPECIFICATIONS SPARK PLUGS A 69529 A Checking the spark plug gap set gap at 025 inch 64 mm NOTE Remove all dirt from around the Spark plugs before removing To remove spark plugs always use a spark plug wrench Check gap after every 100 hours of opera tion AN wanna To avoid possible injury be sure engine is off and cool before mak ing any adjustments or repairs Replace a defective plug with a new plug tighten plug to 10 15 ft lbs 13 5 20 3 N m See your authoriz
37. ive 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 Cub Cadet dealer if the governor does not func tion properly THROTTLE LEVER This lever controls 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 ever in the FAST position lt This symbol shows fast position GM 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 Pel 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 brake pedal while driving the tractor as this would cause the speed control lever to return to the N position SPEED CONTROL LEVER STOP An adjustable speed control lever stop is provided to allow the operator to return to a predetermined speed TRACTOR BREAK IN PROCEDURE Never operate a new engine immediately under full load Break it in carefu
38. l system consists princi pally 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 fas tened SAFETY STARTING SWITCH The safety starting switches activated by the brake pedal and the power take off clutch switch serve to prevent starting the engine accidentally The brake pedal must be depressed and the power take off switch in OFF postion before engine will start WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning because it is a safety device de signed for protection 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 pan el It indicates the actual hours of engine opera tion enabling the operator to determine without guesswork when lubrication change of oil or periodic inspections are necessary It also pro vides 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 located on the red areas of the hour meter dial every 10 hours this indicates a service period is necessary Refer to Ma
39. lly as shown in the table below Engine Throttle Control Lever Position e Fun X Mowing with tractor at slow speed STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Be sure there is an adequate Supply of fuel in the tank AN wanuna 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 flam mable 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 on the FAST sd 5 To start the engine safety starting switches must be activated by pressing the brake pedal all the way down and moving the power take off clutch switch to the disengaged position NOTE The speed control lever will re turn to neutral when the brake 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 butt
40. m etate to state Personal Use The foregoing paragraphs constitute Cub Cadet Corporation s entire warranty with respect to any product purchased and used for personal family or household purposes as distinguished from commercial usage Commercial Use In the event our product is used for commercial purposes INCLUDING FARMING OPERATIONS the following additional limitations upon the ap plication of this warranty will be applicable to such product THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WAR RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED AS ARE ALL OTHER REPRESENTATIONS TO THE USER PURCHASER AND ALL OTHER OBLIGA TIONS OR LIABILITIES INCLUDING LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY OR THE SELLER Cub Cadet Corporation P O Box 36900 Cleveland Ohio 44136 To The Owner Assembled in this manual are operation lubrica tion and maintenance instructions for the Cub Cadet 682 and 782 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 Cub Cadet dealer is in terested in the performance you receive from this tractor He has factory trained servicemen in formed in the latest method of
41. nkcase to see that it Is filled to the correct level NOTE Check the oil level only while the engine is stopped Always keep the oil level between the FULL and the LOW marks on the dipstick When checking 14 the oil level the dipstick must be withdrawn and wiped clean then inserted all the way and withdrawn for a true reading Filling the Crankcase To fill the crankcase with oil place the tractorona level surface Clean the area around oil fill plug before removing Remove oil filler plug and fill crankcase to the full mark on dipstick capacity 3 pints 1 4 L 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 over the FULL mark or below the LOW mark For oil capacity refer to the SPECIFICATION and LUBRICATION TABLE sec tion FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE Be sure the shut off valve under the fuel tank is open To turn the fuel on clockwise to the stop To turn the fuel off turn the knob clockwise until it is tight turn the knob counter _ B MA 17388 1 Fuel shut off valve 2 Fuel filter not seen HYDROSTATIC DRIVE HYDRAULIC FLUID FILTER Remove the t
42. om 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 34KG each 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 new or old 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 five tapered neck hex head cap screws 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 recommend ed 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 Avoi
43. on all the way in Do not use the choke to enrich the fuel mixture except as necessary to start the engine IMPORTANT If you strike a foreign object stop the engine Remove wire from spark plug thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage before restart ing and operating the mower 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 ney to the OFF position COLD WEATHER STARTING To start engine in coia weather use correct weight of angine oil be sure 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 cnoke all the way out into the full choke position 2 Place the tnrottle lever just off FAST posi tion 3 Press the brake pedal all 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 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 As soon as the engine starts slowly push the choke in part way A 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 ai
44. portant part of 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 s SO the lubricant is certain to enter the bearing Always force the l bricani 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 Sau 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 O Use a pressure lubricating gun and ap 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 O each use 29 Dipstick use to check engine oil before LUBRICATION GUIDE IDIDLL VIA sepis yog 14 asn yore 91oj
45. r NOTE 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 to leave the throttle in the fast 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 putting tractor into motion pull the choke out part way until 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 17 HP 2 cylinder engine at light loads and usually in low temperature conditions itis possible to foul out a spark plug This will result in gasoline entering the crankcase by way of the piston rings on 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 2 Check air filter element replace if needed 3 Change oil 4 Adjust carburetor if needed 5 Service spark plugs regularly when using trac tor under light duty or low
46. r 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 operator s manual 28 29 30 31 32 33 An 3 Being sure that proper lubrication and main 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 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 E 1 rae only in daylight or in good artificial ight i ER E 2 Never make a cutting height adjustment while engine is running if operator must dismount to do so 8 Shut the engine off and wait until the 34 35 36 lt blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher 4
47. r 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 10 11 12 13 14 15 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 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 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 dia vent accidental starting Before attempting to unclog the mower or _ discharge chute stop the engine The mower 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 2
48. rt of the electrical sys tem disconnect the battery ground cable at the battery negative terminal Do not reconnect this cable until all work has been completed This will prevent shorting and damage to any of the electrical units Examine the electrical cables oc casionally to be sure they are not being frayed by contact with adjacent parts When replacing a battery make certain the ground dable is connected to the negative terminal on the battery Be sure the rubber boot is properly positioned over the positive terminal on the battery NOTE Both cables must be assembled with the nuts to the inside of the ter minals 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 chassis lubricant Be sure the termi nals are clamped tightly and that the battery is fastened securely in the battery box Replace un serviceable cable Keep the vent holes in the bat tery 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
49. servicing tractors modern tools and original equipment service parts which assure proper fit and good perform ance The Cub Cadet 682 and 782 Tractors have a hydrostatic drive It is the best hydrostatic drive unit available and will require minimum service if recommended operation and maintenance pro cedures are followed 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 Cub Cadet 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 have difficulties with the unit consult your International Harvester dealer UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THESE UNITS YOURSELF Only your dealer is authorized to repair or replace units on this drive under the terms of the warranty Should you desire additional information not found in this manual contact your authorized Cub Cadet dealer MA 17394 International Cub Cadet 682 Tractor Shown 1 TO THE OWNER SERIAL NUMBERS _ INTRODUCTION SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES ENERGY CONSERVATION FOLLOW THESE RECOMMENDATIONS INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR OPERATING THE TRACTOR Governor Throttle Lever Speed Control Lever Speed Control Lever Stop Tractor Break In
50. structions may result in personal injury SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDING VEHICLES 1 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 playthino Therefore exercise ex treme caution at all times Know the controls and how to stop quickly READ THIS 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 before entering or leaving buildings or in other situations where the operator may be struck or pulled from the tracto
51. temperature condi tions 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 disconnecting the panel spring Noise isolation panel one on each side Panel spring Latch Hood E 0 N 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 L MA 17632 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 sary BRAKE PEDAL Brake pedal must be pressed all the way down to activate the safety starting switch When brake pedal is in the depressed position it automatically moves the speed control lever to the N position The tractor can be stopped either by pressing the pedal all the way down or placing the speed con trol lever in the N position LOCKING T
52. umper 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 Cub Cadet dealer EQUIPMENT LIFT HANDLE 682 TRACTOR ONLY HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MA 17220A4 1 Release button 2 Handle grip 3 Lift handle 682 Tractor 4 Lift pointer 5 Lift handle ratchet The lift handle is used to lift or lower equipment used with the tractor The equipment can be set in multiple positions by depressing the button on the top of the handle and releasing it when the desired position is reached NOTE Refer to the equipment manual for proper hitching instructions HYDRAULIC LIFT 782 TRACTOR ONLY The hydraulic lift is ready to operate when the engine is running 1 Locking knob 2 Cam stop OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 Rockshaft arm 782 Tractor The cam stop may be adjusted to allow the imple ment to return to a single preset neight With implement in desired height position re lease cam stop by turning locking knob counter clockwise Turn cam stop until it contacts lift bracket Lock cam stop into this position by turn ing cam knob clockwise 1 Hydraulic lift
53. ystem is not drained 4 After the engine has cooled remove the spark plugs and pour two tablespoonsful of a rust inhibited oil such as Hy Tran or IH No 19 engine oil into each cylinder Crank engine Slowly to distribute the oil over the cylinder walls Then replace spark plug 5 Clean the exterior of the engine 6 Remove the battery and place it in a cool dry place above 32 F 0 C Check battery at least once a month for electrolyte level and amount of charge Refer to BATTERY 7 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 25 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 A 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 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 VENTI LATION OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
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