Cub Cadet 1512 (882) User's Manual
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1. DIESEL TRACTOR Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully Thank you for purchasing an American built product Model Number 1512 882 CUB CADET CORPORATION P O BOX 36930 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 PRINTED IN U S A _ FORM NO 772 3505 a Cub Cadet Corporation s Promise To You We promise you the first user purchaser that we will replace or repair 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 responsibility Replacement Parts 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 7 What Is Not Covered Tires and tubes are not covered by this warranty but are warranted by their manufacturer Regular 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 in2. When removing the battery follow this order of disassembly to prevent your wrench from shorting against the frame 1 Remove the Negative cable 2 Remove the Positive cable 21 To install a battery 1 Attach the Positive cable 2 Attach the Negative cable BOOSTER BATTERIES AND CHARGING THE BATTERY CAUTION Batteries can explode during boost ing or charging Always wear proper eye protection such as safety goggles If the electric circuit inside the battery is broken charging or boosting can generate a spark inside the battery which may cause it to explode If the battery is discharged and the reason for the discharge is unknown and if the lights or horn do not indicate some battery voltage check the bat tery with a volt meter for an open circuit Discon nect negative battery cables Connect the volt meter across battery terminals If there is no voltage present an open internal circuit is in dicated Replace the battery If voltage is present the battery is OK to charge or boost If using a battery charger be certain the charger is turned off before connecting to the battery Charge in a well ventilated area Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery When required a booster 12 volt battery may be connected in parallel with the 12 volt system on the tractor NOTE All circuits must be turned OFF The electrical system is NEGATIVE ground only Reversed polarity will
3. 85 when cadmium or zinc dichromate bolts or nuts are used 90 when hardened surfaces are used under the nut or bolt head this applies to standard unplated hardware only 1 FOOT POUND 1 355 NEWTON METERS Type 8 all lengths Bolt or Stud Type1 Type t Bolts Type 1 Bolts Type 5 Only when used f All other Diameter Studs Only 6 longer than 6 all lengths in cast gray iron applications l or less ena t When bolt penetration is 1 1 2 times the diameter of the bolt BOLT TYPE IDENTIFICATION CHART BOLT HEAD MARKING WILL HAVEA 2 STAN DARD MONOGRAM IN THE CENTER OF THE HEAD Low or Medium Carbon Steel Not Heat Treated WILL HAVE A w AND 3 RADIAL LINES Quenched and Tempered Medium Carbon Steel WILL HAVE A u AND 6 RADIAL LINES Quenched and Tempered Special Carbon or Alloy Steel The center marking identifies the bolt manufacturer Revised Nov 1983 32 INCH METRIC HARDWARE NOTE This machine contains both inch and metric hardware Be sure to use the correct inch or metric size and type class hardware when replacing or when mounting attach ments to tapped holes Also use the correct inch or metric tools with each kind of hard ware The following chart is provided to help you distinguish between inch and metric hard ware by observing the head markings The following chart is provided to further help identify an approximate size in inch or metric hardware THI
4. dipstick and filler tube 7 Transmission oil filter 8 Transmission oil filter 9 Steering gear housing Center bottom Speed Control Linkage 10 Cam plates Miscellaneous _ Brake pedal shaft LUBRICATION GUIDE Before Each Use Check the oil with the engine aonad 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 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 oil filter and replace with a new filter Change the oil filter after 50 hours and every 100 hours of operation thereafter 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 After Every 35 Hours of Operation After the first 35 hours only and 100 hours thereafter 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 Replace engine oil filter every time o
5. RECOMMENDED OIL 2 Replace drain plug and add new engine oil up Ambient Temperature Viscosity Grade CD to the upper mark of the dipstick Above 77 F SAE 30 3 Engine should be started run briefly stopped 32 F to 77 F SAE 20 or 15W 40 and oil level rechecked Below 32 F SAE 10 or 10W 40 18 DO NOT USE Synthetic oil non detergent oil or other non recommended oils DO NOT MIX different brands of oil ENGINE OIL CAPACITY 98 4 oz approx 6 2 pts including oil in oil filter OIL CHANGE INTERVALS OIL OIL FILTER Initial Change 35 Hrs 35 Hrs Normal Change 100 Hrs 100 Hrs ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECKS Engine oil level should be checked before starting the unit every time Dipstick markings indicate upper and lower limits at a cold oil condition Never overfill engine oil RADIATOR AND COOLANT Make it a rule to check the coolant level before every operation A CAUTION It is dangerous to remove the radi ator pressure cap when the system is hot Allow the system to cool and remove the cap cautiously Checking Level Adding and Changing Coolant See figure 26 1 Remove the radiator pressure cap and check to see if water reaches the supply port 2 In the event of insufficient coolant fill the radiator with proper coolant In addition check two drain cocks at the lower part of the radiator and the side of the crankcase to see if they are securely closed Tractors shipped in the United States and
6. 16 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 FIGURE 17 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 See figure 17 CAUTION Be sure all parts are reassembled tight with cotter pins in place and spread FAN AND GENERATOR BELT Fan Belt Tension and Damage An improperly adjusted fan belt can cause engine overheating Push on the fan belt at the middle with a finger and check that it deflects about 0 4 in 10mm at a load of 22 1 Ib 10kg Also check the belt for cracks or tears Tension Adjustment Generator Belt See figure 18 Loosen the two bolts holding the generator and adjust until proper tension is obtained Be sure to retighten the nuts and bolts after adjustment 15 FIGURE 18 Tension Adjustment Fan Belt See figure 19 Loosen two hex bolts Insert 3 8 drive ratchet wrench at top square hole Apply pressure and while applying pressure retighten two bolts FIGURE 19 MAINTENANCE FUEL Fuel Level Check and Refueling For fuel always use diesel light oil You are re quired not to use alternative fuel because its quality is
7. Canada have the cooling systems filled with antifreeze solution Hot Weather Operation We recommend the use of water with the addition of I H cooling system conditioner The boiling point of ethylene glycol solution is higher than water but the ability to transfer heat is less As a result the engine will run cooler with conditioned water Other than Hot Weather Operation We recommend the use of I H antifreeze with a mixture ratio to protect the coolant to the lowest anticipated temperature or a minimum of 33 per cent antifreeze for rust and corrosion protection 19 IMPORTANT 1 Never use dirty or salt water as coolant 2 Be sure to tighten the radiator pressure cap securely after checking coolant 3 When coolant is added coolant level may drop the first time the engine is started After operating tractor briefly allow system to cool and recheck coolant level Radiator m FIGURE 26 4 To drain coolant always open both coolant cocks located at the crankcase side and at the lower part of the radiator simultaneously open the radiator cap as well With the cap tightly closed a complete drain of coolant is impossible RADIATOR COOLANT MIXTURE Total coolant 3 4 U S gallon 6 pints Coolant consists of 50 50 mixture 3 pints water 3 pints antifreeze ethylene glycol NOTE Water and antifreeze must be mixed prior to filling radiator AIR CLEANER See figures 27 28 29 and 30 1 The
8. If the oil level is low remove the oil port fill plug and add new oil to the prescribed level 1N CAUTION N If the engine is operated with the oil level nearing Check or replace the fuel lines only the lower mark however oil may deteriorate after stopping the engine Broken quickly Keeping the oil level near the upper mark fuel lines can cause fires Is recommended never over fill 17 CAUTION Change engine oil only after stop ping the engine Replacing the Oil Filter Cartridge See figure 25 1 Replace the oil filter cartridge every 100 hours of operation when engine oil is changed 2 Remove the oil filter cartridge with a filter wrench 3 Apply a film of oil to the gasket of the new car tridge 4 Screw in the cartridge by hand When the gasket comes into contact with the seal sur FIGURE 23 face tighten the cartridge an additional 1 2 turn by hand 5 After the cartridge has been replaced the engine oil level drops Thus run the engine for a while and check for oil leaks around the seal Recheck the engine oil level Add oil if necessary CAUTION Stop the engine before replacing the oil filter cartridge IMPORTANT Wipe off any excess oil Oil Filter Cartridge FIGURE 24 Changing Engine Oil 1 Remove the drain plug at the bottom of the engine and drain all the old oil Draining oil FIGURE 25 will be easier and complete if done while the engine is still warm
9. element of the air cleaner on this engine is a dry type Never apply oil to it 2 Remove and clean out the dust cup every day if the working surroundings are dusty Never allow dust cup to become half full with dust 3 Avoid disassembling the element except when cleaning 4 To clean the element use clean dry com pressed air on the inside of the element Air pressure at the nozzle must not exceed 690 kPa 7 kgf cm 100 psi Maintain reasonable distance between the nozzle and the filter FIGURE 27 5 When carbon or oil adheres to the element soak the element in a mixture of 2 oz detergent dissolved in 1 gallon of water for 15 minutes then wash it several times in water rinse with clean water and air dry completely After element is fully dried inspect inside of the element with a light and check if it is damaged Refer to the instruction on the label attached to the element 6 Replace the element every year or after every six cleanings mae IMPORTANT Install the bottom cover with the keyed edged towards the front of tractor i Element i aig i If the dust cup is mounted incorrectly dust or dirt does not collect in the cup and dust will cause severe engine damage FIGURE 30 20 BATTERY INFORMATION WARNING Battery acid must be handled with great care as contact with it can burn and blister the skin It is also advisable to wear protective clothing goggles rubber gl
10. first More often under dirty conditions ist time amp more often under dirty conditions Replace transmission oil filter After first Every 100 50 al hours there after Check battery electrolyte level Grease front axle pivot bolt Lubricate i steering knuckles 2 and steering arm i 10 oo Retorque rear E first wheel lug bots gt 10 hours Lubricate brake shaft Check transmission oil level Clean cooling fins amp external surfaces Service air cleaner Dust Cup Air Cleaner element and dust Element cup More often under dirty conditions Lubricate steering gear housing Lubricate speed control linkage cam plates Check and regrease front wheel bearings Radiator coolant level x oe a TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy WHEN ENGINE IS DIFFICULT TO START Fuel is thick and doesn tflow Air or water mixed in fuel system Thick carbon deposits on orifice of injection nozzle Valve clearance is wrong Leaking valves ee Geach i Fuelinjection timingiswrong Engine oil becomes thick in cold weather and engine cranks sloW Low compression Battery is discharged and the engine will NOT ChaliKicina d eo enue te uuu ew cates wae Check if fuel shut off valves are open Check the f
11. fresh diesel fuel See figure 9 Tank is located under the seat u Y w CAUTION FIGURE 9 4 Check the tire inflation pressures 5 Adjust the seat for operator s maximum com fort visibility and complete control of the tractor 6 Make certain that the grille is clean and unobstructed Pull forward on top edge to ex pose rear side of grille Remove by hand any accumulated grass and debris 7 Refer to various sections of the operator s manual for additional information STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE This unit is equipped with a safety inter lock system for your protection The purpose of the safety interlock system is to prevent the engine from cranking or starting unless the brake pedal is depressed and the PTO switch is in the off position In addition the PTO lever must be in the off position when the unit is put into reverse or the PTO will shut off Operator must remain in the seat when the PTO is on or the PTO will shut off WARNING Co a O p gt N a Do not operate the tractor if the in terlock system is malfunctioning be cause it is a safety device designed for your protection TO START 1 Before starting engine run through pre operation checklist located inside hood Be familiar with controls Be in operator s posi tion with transmission speed control in neutral PTO switch off and brake depressed 2 Move throttle control forward to start position never start engine at full
12. going down hills NOTE When using power take off operated equip ment best performance is achieved with the throt tle lever in the FAST position Always be sure the rear wheels are free to turn Under any adverse conditions do not attempt to free the tractor by speeding up the engine and suddenly moving speed control lever to extreme forward or reverse position Try backing out in stead of going forward Do not leave the seat of the tractor without depressing the brake pedal and setting the brake lock If leaving the tractor unattended stop engine by moving throttle to off position also turn the ig nition key off and remove the key 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 irregu larities which could cause an upset Back the tractor with implement up the steepest portion of each slope you intend to work If the tractor cannot negotiate the slope in reverse the Slope is too steep to be worked CAUTION Always operate up or down the face of a slope Do not drive so that the tractor may tip over sideways Avoid turns when driving ona 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 possib
13. 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 tractor 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 18 19 Disengage power to attachment s and stop engine before making any repairs or eater ments 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 off There fore be sure the blade s have stopped com pletely 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 20 21 22 haz
14. replace with a new nozzle Check engine level Check to see if element inside the lubricating oil filter 2 has become old and clogged If necessary replace with new element WHEN COLOR OF EXHAUST IS SPECIALLY BAD When engine is operating properly the exhaust is nearly eee Fuel governing device bad Fuel is of extremely poor quality AE EEE E Nozzle is bad Combustion is incompleta mua aee iad uu oes Contact dealer for repairs Select good quality fuel oil No 2 D diesel ani If necessary replace with new nozzle Cause is poor atomization improper injection tim ing etc because of trouble in injection system or in poor valve adjustment or compression leakage poor compression etc Check for the cause ENGINE MUST BE STOPPED IMMEDIATELY IF ANY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY Speed suddenly decreases or increases Unusual sound is heard suddenly Color of exhaust suddenly turns dark Bearing parts are overheated ee eee Oil lamp lights up during operation AR EEE Check the adjustments and timing of injection and the fuel system Check all moving parts carefully Check the fuel injection system especially the fuel injection nozzle 7 Check the oil level Check oil level Check the function of the regulating valve inside of oil filter 2 Check pressure switch Check filter base gasket for leaks See your authoriz
15. result in permanent damage to components of the electrical system _ When using a booster battery with jumper cables precautions must be taken to prevent personal in jury or damage to electrical parts JUMP STARTING If jump starting is necessary use Sony a 12 volt bat tery for this purpose 1 Attach the first jumper sable from the Positive terminal of the good battery to the Positive terminal of the dead battery 2 Attach the second jumper cable from the Negative terminal of the good battery to the FRAME OF THE UNIT WITH THE DEAD BAT TERY TIRES Keep the pneumatic tires properly inflated Over inflation will cause operator discomfort Under inflation will cause short tire life 22 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 PSI Rear Tires 23 x 10 50 12 1OPSI Always check that the tire valve caps are in place and tightened securely to prevent loss of air and protect the valve core and stem 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 CAUTION Never inflate tires beyond 30 pounds per square inch to seat beads Allowing air pressure to build within the assembly in an attempt to seat the beads is a dangerous practice Inflation beyond 30 pounds per square inch pressure before seating be
16. the machine Gd Always set the throttle lever on SORE posi tion Check all the bolts and nuts and tighten if necessary Remove the battery from the tractor recharge it and adjust the electrolyte level Store the battery in a dry and dark place Nevar set directly on concrete Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly Lubricate all lubrication points 8 Protect tires and seat from sunlight Inflate tires at regular Meals 23 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 optional equipment or accessories These items and other allied equipment can be pur chased from and installed by 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 Refer to equipment catalog MAINTENANCE CHART 35 hours 50 hours three times or twice a season a season 10 hours or once a month 100 hours Operation t _ Before Before be performed each use Clean grille front amp backside amp engine inlet air screen Check engine oil level Fillfueltank x Change engine oil and oil filter I After
17. unknown or it may be inferior in quality Do not use kerosene which is very low in cetane rating and adversely affects the engine See page 8 on fuel required CAUTION Do not add gasoline or alcohol to diesel fuel This creates a vapor which is extremely explosive CAUTION NEVER SMOKE while refueling Shut off engine and electrical equip ment CAUTION Never remove the fuel tank cap or fill the fuel tank near an open flame Do not smoke when working around inflammable fuel IMPORTANT 1 Be sure to use a Strainer when filling the fuel tank Dirt or sand in the fuel will cause fuel in jection pump failure 2 Be careful not to let the fuel tank become empty or air can enter the fuel system which will necessitate bleeding before engine will start 3 Be careful not to spill fuel during refueling If fuel should spill wipe it off at once to reduce chance of a fire NOTE Do not fill the tank to its full capacity Space is required for vapor expansion in the event of a temperature change A tank filled to capacity may overflow if exposed to a rise in temperature or direct sunlight Be sure that the filler cap is tightened securely before starting the engine Bleeding the Fuel System Bleeding the fuel system is required 1 after the fuel filter and lines have been de tached and refitted 2 after the fuel tank has become empty 3 before the tractor is to be used after long storage P
18. AEF AEE aqhapi 22 Optional Equipment and Accessories ee g sapu 23 Maintenance Chart eis a a s s eee 24 Trouble Shooting E guy E E 25 amp 26 MPO CIIOCATONG u pacae 8a TKEREES GT Ra 27 LOBOS TaD Sea y Enda araea 28 Lubrication G ld iis u e an 29 amp 30 FIGURE 2 drivers seat Reference to FRONT indicates the grille end of the tractor to REAR the drawbar end Engine serial number plate is located on the left hand forward part of engine at engine mounting plate See figure 2 CHASSIS SIN ENGINE S N MODEL DELIVERY DATE WARNING This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim proved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands 10 11 12 13 14 15 Wear sturdy WORK SAFELY FOLLOW THESE RULES instructions given with this symbol are for personal safety Be sure you and your workers follow them A CAREFUL OPERATOR JS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST AN ACCIDENT Read this owner s manual carefully in i
19. CONTROL LEVER The front hydraulic outlet control lever provides for on the go angling of a front mounted blade See figure 3 E 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 See figure 3 F ENGINE OIL LIGHT RED The engine oil light will light up when the ignition key is held in the glo plug position for starting and when the engine oil is low or no oil pressure See figure 3 G WATER mee GAUGE This gauge is used to indicate engine coolant temperature and possible Overheating of engine See figure 3 i H GLO PLUG INDICATOR The glo plug is used to assist cold starting See figure 3 I HOUR METER The hour meter is located on the instrument panel See figure 3 It indicates the actual hours of engine operation enabling the operator to deter mine without guesswork when lubrication change of oil or periodic inspections are necessary The hour meter operates whenever the engine is running or the Ignition key is in the ON position J SPEED CONTROL STOP An adjustable speed control stop is provided to allow the operator to return to a predetermined speed See figure 3 K SPEED CONTROL The lever is used to select any speed from a stand still N position to eight miles p
20. ROCEDURE 1 Fill the fuel tank Open the fuel shut off valve See figures 20 and 21 2 Loosen air vent plugs of the fuel filter a few turns 3 Turn ignition key switch to ON position to activate fuel pump 16 4 Retighten screw plugs when air bubbles do not appear anymore 5 Turn ignition key to OFF position FIGURE 20 FIGURE 21 Fuel shut off valve Air vent plugs ON OFF Fuel filter bowl ob N WARRANTY NOTICE The warranty on these engines and or power train components shall not apply to any failure that results from an unauthorized adjustment of the fuel injection system Any attempt to increase the engine horsepower by increasing engine r p m above its rated maximum or by other means not only affects traveling speeds but affects the life of matching parts and voids the company responsibility as outlined in the warranty INJECTION PUMP Air Bleeding If the engine will not start after bleeding the fuel onal IMPORTANT pump bleed the air further in the system as When the fuel lines are discon follows nected plug them at both ends with 1 Loosen the air vent plug See figure 22 clean cloth or paper to prevent dirt 2 Turn ignition key switch to ON position to from entering the lines Dirt in the activate fuel pump lines can cause fuel injection pump malfunction 3 Tighten the air vent plug Cleaning the Fuel Filter Bowl Clean the fuel filt
21. S IS NOT A RECOMMENDA TION FOR SUBSTITUTION AND THEY ARE NOT INTERCHANGEABLE This chart is only a means of quickly determining the approxi mate size BOLT CLASSIFICATION AND S at CHART INCH METRIC SAE IH BOLT HEAD CLASS BOLT HEAD GRADE GRADE MARKINGS MARKINGS Non preferred Approximate Inch Series 1 4 5 16 3 8 7 16 1 2 9 16 5 8 3 4 7 8 1 1 1 1 8 1 1 4 1 1 2 If there are any further questions see your internationa Harvester dealer 8 81
22. To lock the brake press down on the pedal then place the brake pedal lock in the engaged position See figure 4 To disengage the lock press down on the pedal lift the lock up and place it in the disengaged position FIGURE 4 1 Brake pedal 2 Brake pedal lock PSPESLHODPSD t WARNING OX iP a a 1 S The hydrostatic transmission will not hold the tractor on a hill In a short period of time depending on the hill the oil pressure will drop in the transmission and allow the trac tor to roll down hill To avoid an accident and or possible injury lock the brake INTERLOCKS Not Shown Interlock safety switches are located at and ac tivated by the clutch brake pedal the PTO switch and the seat The safety starting switches activated by the brake pedal and the power take off clutch switch serve to prevent starting the engine accidentally The clutch brake pedal must be depressed and the PTO switch in the OFF position before engine will start When using PTO operated equipment the operator must remain in tractor seat at all times If operator should leave tractor seat without turning off the PTO switch the PTO will automatically shut off In addition the PTO switch must be in the OFF position when shifting tractor into reverse or the PTO will shut off automatically To re engage the PTO shift unit into neutral Move PTO switch to the OFF position and then move PTO switch to ON positio
23. ad may break the bead or even the rim with ex plosive force If beads have not seated by the time pressure reaches 30 pounds per square inch deflate the assembly reposition the tire on the rim re lubricate then re inflate Inspect both sides of tire to be sure beads are evenly seated If not completely deflate tire unseat beads and repeat entire mounting procedure After seating beads adjust inflation to recommended pressure Mounting Tires On The Rim After mounting a new or old tire on the rim inflate to 20 PSI 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 rear wheels lug nuts both sides to 35 Ibf ft to make sure they have seated proper ly OFF SEASON STORAGE If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 days the following procedures are recommended 1 Remove dirty engine oil fill with new oil and run the engine for about 5 minutes to let the oil circulate to all the parts x 2 Drain the coolant in the radiator if tractor has water Open the cock at the bottom of the radiator and at crank case side of engine remove the pressure caps to drain water com pletely Leave the cock open Hang a note written No water on the pressure cap Since water may freeze when the temperature drops below 0 C 32 F it is very important that no water is left in
24. ake plate drags on clutch at 010 015 inches air gap increase air gap to 020 inches If the above procedure does not work see your authorized dealer MA 173448 FIGURE 13 1 Access slots 2 Brake plate 3 Self locking nuts ADJUSTING THE BRAKES During normal operation of this machine the brakes are subject to wear and will require periodic examination and adjustment With the brake pedal disengaged remove the clevis pinned end of one of the brake rod assemblies from the jackshaft assembly by removing the cotter pin from the clevis pin See figure 14 Jack shaft e Assembly Brake Rod Assembly FIGURE 14 Thread the clevis onto the brake rod one turn Reconnect the clevis to the jackshaft assembly There should be a minimum amount of clearance no drag between the brake pads and the rotor See figure 15 If not repeat adjustment as necessary Brake Rod Assembly FIGURE 15 NOTE Figure 15 is shown with the wheel and fender assembly removed for clarity Repeat the adjustment on the brake rod assembly on the other side of the tractor Recheck brake adjustment and insure proper brake operation before operating the tractor WHEEL ALIGNMENT The front wheels should toe in approximately 1 8 Measure the distances A and B on the front wheels See figure 16 NOTE Dimension B should be approximately 1 8 inch less than dimension A a 1 8 less than A FIGURE
25. ards 23 24 25 26 27 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 Use ex treme 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 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 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 fuel with care It is highly flammable A Use approved fuel container B Never remove cap or add fuel to a running or hot engine or fill fuel tank indoors Wipe up spilled fuel C Open doors if engine is run in garage Ex haust fumes are dangerous Do not run engine indoor
26. d at temperatures below 10 F 12 2 C or for operations entailing considerable idling Use only winter grade fuel for ease of starting Winter grade diesel fuel must have a cloud point of at least 10 F 6 C below the lowest anticipated tempera ture to avoid plugging of the fuel circulation system especially the fuel filters NOTE Type 1 D and 2 D diesel fuels must have a cetane rating of 45 and above Fuel tank capacity approx 4 gallons WARNING Never run engine out of fuel Doing so will require fuel system bleeding See maintenance section TRANSMISSION FLUID Transmission Fluid IH Hy Tran Only Transmission Fluid Capacity 13 Pints FUEL FILTER Fuel filter must be cleaned after every 100 hrs of operation Refer to maintenance section for clean ing procedure WARNING Explosion hazard Do not use start ing aids such as gasoline or ether in the air intake ATTENTION Engine warm up at idle speed for approximately 5 minutes is recom mended before operating unit x WAAAAAA ay CAUTION RECEIVE INSTRUCTION Read operator s manual Learn to operate this machine SAFELY Don t risk INJURY or DEATH 1 Before starting engine or operation Be familiar with controls Be in operator s position with transmis sion in neutral PTO turned off and brake depressed Keep shields in place Keep away from moving parts NO RIDERS Keep all people and pets a safe distance away Lo
27. ed dealer 26 SPECIFICATIONS CAPACITIES _ FueiTank ah saca asw esa a ee ve CIONKCASS ii anise es Seu Mae eoind ncn naa we Transmission case with Hydro drive unit mounted a sns n _ 98 4 oz 6 2 pts including oil In filter HYDROSTATIC DRIVE Speed Forward 0 to 8 64 mph 0 to 13 824 Km H Reverse E EEA ET EE Sai 0 to 4 25 mph 0 to 6 800 Km H ENGINE i E See separate engine manual usuy uuu ee Kubota D600 B ELECTRICAL SYSTEM System voltage EEEE EE PE esata ae f 12 volt neg ground Battery Rin Se T qusay uum as ich ee Ses j 3SAR 72 Volt 1 HERE A ee eC EE O ee re oe eet h 15 amp OEE TE 40 amp x Headlights 7 all glass sealed beam units TEE Taillight 20 ee eae BRAKES TIRE SIZES z a o e s noa ns s n san o s 0 b o s onp eee e q q 4 s ae i an 16 x 6 50 8 Specifications are subject to change without notice 27 LUBRICATION TABLE Check Change f Anticipated Air Temperature Point of Lubrication at at Capacity Hours Hours 6 2 pts Above 77 F 32 F to77 F Below 32 F Engine crankcase Check 98 4 oz Engine Oil Engine Oil Engine Oil a before and jincluding SAE 30 SAE 20W or SAE 10 or each 100 oilin oil SAE 15W 40 SAE 10W 40 filter IH Hy Tran Fluid If fluid is used which does not meet requ
28. er every 100 hours This should not be done in the field but ina clean place so as to prevent dust intrusion 1 Close the fuel filter bow shut off valve See figures 20 and 21 2 Unscrew and remove the top cap and rinse with kerosene 3 Take out the element and rinse in kerosene 4 After cleaning reassemble the fuel filter keeping out dust and dirt 5 Bleed the injection pump IMPORTANT If dust and dirt enter the fuel the fuel pump and injection nozzle are Subject to quick wear To prevent this be sure to clean the fuel filter bow periodically FIGURE 22 IMPORTANT Always keep the air vent plug on the fuel injection pump closed except when bleeding system or it may cause the engine to stop ENGINE OIL Checking Level and Adding Engine Oil See figures 23 and 24 1 Check the engine oil level before starting the engine or after five minutes once it has been Checking the Fuel Lines Check the fuel lines every 50 hours of operation 1 The fuel lines deteriorate regardless of amount of use of tractor 2 Replacement of fuel lines are recommended stopped every 2 years If the fuel lines and clamps are 2 Remove the dipstick wipe it clean reinsert it found worn or damaged before two years take it out again and check the oil level Oil replace or repair immediately level should be between the two marks at 3 After replacement of the lines and clamps lower end of dipstick aa mae lut Sa 3
29. er 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 from the neutral position provides the reverse speeds Refer to figure 3 NOTE Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving the tractor as this will cause the speed control lever to return to the N position L THROTTLE CONTROL AND FUEL SHUT OFF LEVER This lever controls the speed of the engine and fuel turn on shut off When set in a given position it will maintain a uniform engine speed See figure 3 u When using power take off operated equipment best performance is achieved with the throttle lever in the FAST position gt This symbol shows slow position lt This symbol shows fast position M LIGHT SWITCH The lights are turned on and off by a toggle switch on the jower right hand side of instrument panel See figure 3 Flip switch up for on down for off 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 THE BRAKE Always lock the brake when the tractor is parked on a grade
30. harge at people Avoid slopes Tractors can be rolled over Before leaving operator s position Shut off PTO Place transmission in neutral Set parking brake Shut off engine Remove ignition key Wait for all movement to stop before servicing or cleaning Do not fill fuel tank when engine is running Tighten cap securely GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION LOCATED ON THE DASH CAUTION HOT SURFACE DO NOT TOUCH CAUTION MUFFLER LABEL LOCATED ON THE MUFFLER 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 Look behind to make sure the area is clear before placing the transmission in reverse and continue looking behind while backing up Disengage blades before shifting into reverse and backing up This unit should not be driven up a ramp onto a trailer or truck under power because the unit could tip over causing serious personal injury The unit must be pushed manually to load properly PRODUCT GRAPHICS Keep safety product graphics decals clean Replace any safety product graphic that is dam aged destroyed missing painted over or can no longer be read Replacement safety product graphics are available through your International Harvester dealer CAUTION Electrical system is 12 volt negative ground When using booster with jumper cable
31. her rights which vary from state 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 INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY OR THE SELLER Cub Cadet Corporation P O Box 36930 Cleveland Ohio 44136 2 CONTENTS VTA oranana on cee Inside Front Cover serial No Location alae wis Adasen amp PLEER 3 SAT CO DGTAMONS s 4 Hewes KS dmc uN aT wade 4 amp 5 LOG ie ice RT E E wed am aaa 6 amp 7 BO Te Ci p HTE EE tg eee hb OPA ral cone Sasan 9 ASUTE Orde u 22 Sal sa accent EE 13 Maintenance 15 FIGURE 1 Serial number plate is located left hand side frame See figure 1 NOTE LEFT and RIGHT indicate the left and right sides of the tractor when facing forward in the Off Season Storage ia
32. icating gun lubrication fittings should be oiled daily with a good grade of lubricating oil Be sure all fittings are free from dirt and paint so Lubricant is cheap Use plenty of it Worn parts the lubricant is certain to enter the bearing 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 2 Use a pressure lubricating gun and ap 4 ply IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No N JZ 2 multi purpose lithium grease suffi cient to flush out the old grease and dirt Lubricate at hourly intervals indicated on sym bols Dipstick use to check engine oil before each use BY cron Prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil may be harmful Wash skin with ear and water 2 LUBRICATION GUIDE IPLOLL VIN sapis 40g C N M sn yore 910J q yOaYyD apis 1uB i ol tamm 18 J80194 SINOY QOL 1 A pue sunoy S e aBueypo jlo jeu Boor 6 W0 0q 191 u989 Kool Lem 29 1 Engine dipstick 2 Steering Knuckles 2 Both sides 3 Transmission oil filter 4 Front Axle pivot bolt Right side 5 Engine oil drain plug and engine oil filter 6 Transmission oil level
33. il is changed Check the oil with the engine stopped Keep the lubricant up to full mark on dipstick After Every 50 Hours of Operation NOTE After the first 50 hours only remove the oil filter and replace with a new filter Refer to MAINTENANCE Change the oil filter every 100 hours of operation thereafter Add Hy Tran oil as necessary for proper level Every 100 hours of Operation Change the oil filter and replace with a new filter Refer to MAINTENANCE Once a year or every 400 hours apply two sirakes of the lubricator using IH 251H EP grease or eee No 2 multi purpose lithium grease NOTE To locate the lubrication fitting turn 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 Once a year apply a small amount of IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease in the slots Lubricate the brake pedal shaft and MAKeage with eight or ten drops of engine oil 30 STANDARD TORQUE DATA FOR METRIC NUTS AND BOLTS Recommended torque for all Standard Unplated Nuts and Bolts provided A Surface finish is oxide coated oil quenched or bright B All thread surfaces are clean and lubricated with SAE 30 engine oil or equivalent See NOTE C Joints are rigid that i is no gaskets or compressible materials are used D When reusing nuts or bolts use minimum torque values NOTE Multiply the standa
34. ili 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 stop engine by moving throttle to off position and turn ignition OFF Also disengage the power take off control switch CAUTION Always engage brake pedal lock lower equipment and shut off engine before dismounting Never start en gine from ground OPERATING THE FRONT POWER TAKE OFF CLUTCH PTO 1 Move the throttle lever back to the medium or SLOW position 2 Flip the toggle switch to the ON position See figure 11 B FIGURE 11 A PTO switch must be in off position before starting unit and before shifting tractor in to reverse B To start the front PTO pull knob out and lift up Note Knob will retract into run position C Position at which PTO will run if starting procedure has been completed Note If PTO is running and unit is shifted into reverse or operator leaves the seat the PTO will disengage To reactivate PTO pull knob out and lift up into start 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 PTO will automatically shut off 5 PTO switch must be in the OFF position when shifting the tractor i
35. irements of IH B 6 Specifications Cub Cadet will not be responsible for substandard performance Failures due to use of improper fluid are not covered by warranty For maximum protection use IH Hy Tran Fluid Two strokes of the lubricator using IH 251H EP Addas 14pl needed Approx Steering gear grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose as 1 4 Ib housing s a lithium grease Use IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose Steering knuckles amp lithium grease and apply two or three strokes of the lubrica front axie pivot bolt tor 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 Hydro drive unit mounted on transmission case with filter Front wheel bearings LUBRICATION GUIDE The life of any machine depends upon the care it is given Proper lubrica tion is a very important part of that care Be certain that all lubrication fittings are assem Always force the lubricant through the full length bled in place using the lubrication illustrations as of each bearing until it emerges at the end carry a guide ing with it the worn lubricant and any dirt that may have entered the bearing Always lubricate the tractor thoroughly before tak Miscellaneous working parts not provided with ing it to the field Use a pressure lubr
36. n POSITION STOP FOR HYDRAULIC LIFT The cam stop may be adjusted to allow the imple ment to return to a preset height See figure 5 With implement in desired lowered height posi tion release cam stop by turning locking knob counterclockwise Turn cam stop until it contacts lift bracket Lock cam stop into this position by turning cam knob clockwise NOTE Refer to the equipment manual for proper hitching instructions FIGURE 5 1 Locking knob 2 Cam stop 3 Rockshaft arm 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 not furnished with trac tor between the lift arm and lift bracket See figure 6 _ FIGURE 6 1 Lift bracket 2 Hole not seen for bolt 3 Lift arm FUEL TANK The fuel tank is located under the seat See figure FIGURE 7 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 See figure 8 Also whenever engine maintenance is required the noise isolation panels can be readily removed by removing the two wing nuts and two washers o
37. n gas generated LIU charging can be combustible As a further precaution only charge the battery in a well ventilated area Always shield eyes protect skin and clothing when working near batteries DANGER BATTERIES CONTAIN SULFURIC ACID AND MAY CONTAIN EXPLO SIVE GASES when SIRENO has been added gt NOTE All batteries discharge during Storage Recharge battery whenever the specific gravi ty is less than 1 225 before returning to serv ice or every two months whichever comes first COMMON CAUSES FOR BATTERY FAILURE G N Overcharging Undercharging Lack of water Loose hold downs and or corroded connec tions Excessive loads KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHIL DREN MAINTENANCE OF BATTERY 1 Check electrolyte level periodically Keep the level to the split rings Use only distilled water Never add acid or any other chemicals to the battery after initial activation 2 The battery should be checked with a hydrometer after every 25 hours of operation If the specific gravity is less than 1 225 the battery should be recharged Maximum charge rate 5 AMPS 3 Coat the terminals and exposed wire with a thin coat of grease or petroleum jelly for longer service and protection against corro sion Battery electrolyte substitutes Freezing of electrolyte NO NOTE These failures do not constitute warranty BATTERY REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION WARNING
38. ne on each side and disconnecting the panel spring FIGURE 8 1 Noise isolation panel one on each side 2 Panel spring 3 Latch 4 Hood OPERATION PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST Check Oil Level Check Radiator Coolant Level Check Air Cleaner Dust Cup Clean Radiator Screen Fill Fuel Tank with Diesel Fuel Check Transmission Fluid Level O O G N ENGINE OIL REQUIREMENTS RECOMMENDED OIL Ambient Temperature Viscosity Grade CD Above 77 F SAE 30 32 F to 77 F SAE 20 or 15W 40 Below 32 F SAE 10 or 10W 40 DO NOT USE Synthetic oil non detergent oil or other non recommended oils DO NOT MIX different brands of oil ENGINE OIL CAPACITY 98 4 oz 6 2 pints in cluding oil in oil filter OIL CHANGE INTERVALS OIL OIL FILTER Initial Change 35 hrs 35 hrs Normal Change 100 hrs 100 hrs OIL DIPSTICK CHECKS Dipstick should be checked before starting the unit EVERY TIME Dipstick markings indicate upper and lower limits at a cold oil condition Never overfill engine oil RADIATOR COOLANT MIXTURE Total Coolant 2 3 gallon 6 pints Coolant Consists of 50 50 mixture 3 pints water 3 pints anti freeze ethylene glycol NOTE Water and anti freeze must be mixed prior to filling radiator RADIATOR SCREEN Radiator screen must be cleaned before each use and kept free of debris NOTE Radiator screen must be cleaned more fre quently in dusty and high grass cutting condi
39. nto reverse or the PTO will shut off automatically To re engage the PTO shift unit into neutral Move PTO switch to OFF position and then move PTO switch to ON position 13 ADJUSTMENTS 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 bolts in the seat support and slide the seat assembly forward or rearward to the position which is most comfortable for the operator See figure 12 Retighten the four bolts after the seat is reposi tioned FIGURE 12 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 circuit breaker located on right side of bat tery tray CAUTION To avoid possible injury always dis engage all clutches move speed control lever into neutral depress the brake set the brake pedal lock move throttle to off position and turn the ignition OFF before work ing on the machine Using a feeler gauge check the air gap See figure 13 Insert feeler gauge into one of three access slots located around the outside of the brake plate The air gap should be 010 015 inches Ad just the self locking nuts to obtain the proper clearance Repeat the operation in all three ac cess slots NOTE If br
40. ok before back ing up Don t point mower discharge at people Avoid slopes Tractors can be rolled over Before leaving operator s position Shut off PTO Place transmission in neutral Set parking brake Shut off engine Remove ignition key Wait for all movement to stop before servicing or cleaning Do not fill fuel tank when engine is run ning or while engine is hot Tighten cap securely Q h Qh Q Q Q Q ENGINE COOLANT HEATER Optional At temperatures below freezing it may be necessary to use an engine coolant heater as a starting aid An engine heater is available to warm the engine coolant as a starting aid during cold weather It is located on the left side of the engine and requires a 3 wire extension cord and a 120 volt AC grounded outlet for safe operation After engine starts be sure to disconnect exten sion cord before moving tractor BAARAAAAAAAATA BAAARWAAARAAAAAAA CAUTION Connecting heater to power source before it is immersed in coolant may result in EXPLOSION and INJURY Always be sure that the element is immersed in coolant before connect ing to power source BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR 1 Before you operate the tractor study this manual carefully It has been prepared to help you operate and maintain your tractor with ut most efficiency 11 2 Familiarize yourself with the operation of all the instruments and controls 3 Fill the fuel tank with clean
41. or is not in use to pre vent accidental starting and battery discharge NOTE Under certain conditions it is possible fora Diesel Engine to start and run in a reverse condi tion Reversed engine revolution and remedies Reversed engine revolution must be stopped im mediately since engine oil circulation is cut quick ly leading to serious engine trouble How to tell when the engine starts running back wards 1 Lubricating oil pressure drops sharply Oil pressure warning light will light and remain on 2 Since the intake and exhaust side are re versed the sound of the engine changes and exhaust gas will come out of the air cleaner 3 A louder knocking sound will be heard when the engine starts running backward Remedies 1 Immediately set the engine throttle to off position to stop the engine 2 After stopping the engine check the air cleaner intake rubber tube and other parts and replace parts as needed B FRONT POWER TAKE OFF PTO The front power take off is an electric clutch operated by a toggle switch on the left side of the instrument panel See figure 3 C HYDRAULIC LIFT CONTROL LEVER HYDRAULIC LIFT The hydraulic lift is ready to operate when the engine is running The hydraulic lift control lever is spring loaded for hold position To raise the equipment move the lever back toward the tractor seat To lower the equipment move the lever forward D FRONT HYDRAULIC OUTLET
42. oves and apron when work ing with it Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the face rinse the affected area immediately with clean cold water and seek prompt medical attention If acid spills on clothing first dilute it with clean water then neutralize with a solution of ammonia water or baking soda water Since battery acid is corrosive do not pour it into any sink or drain Before discarding empty 4 The battery should be kept clean Any deposits of acid should be neutralized with baking soda and water Be careful not to get this solution in the cells 5 Avoid tipping the battery Even a sealed bat tery will leak electrolyte when tipped STORAGE OF THE BATTERY 1 When storing battery for extended periods disconnect battery cables Removing battery from unit is recommended Keep the exterior of the battery Sica especially the top A dirty battery will discharge itself Check the battery with a hydrometer The bat tery must be stored with a full charge A discharged battery will freeze Specific Gravity Freezing Point electrolyte containers rinse them with a 1 265 71 F neutralizing solution 1 250 62 F NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to 1 200 mio T battery while charger is turned on as it can 1 150 a F cause sparks 1 100 16 F Keep all lighted materials cigarettes matches lighters away from the battery as the hydroge
43. parts Bad valve and excessive wear of rings pistons and liners cause insufficient compression Replace with new parts Grind vaives Check fuel system Clean grille insert radiator screen and radiator Check oil level Check for proper coolant level Check to see if lube oil filter is working properly Check engine timing Adjust timing 21 5 0 375 ree Pelle top dead center See your authorized dealer 25 TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy INSUFFICIENT H P OUTPUT Continued Valves out of adjustment Air cleaner element is au E aia amp ot A Steg seat Fuel injection pressure isincorrect Injection pump wear ears sss uns ee i wear of the pump Only use No 2 D diesel fuel Adjust to proper valve clearance of 0 0057 0 0073 in 0 145 0 22mm with engine cold Clean or replace with new element every 100 hours of operation Adjust to proper pressure of 1991 psi 140 kgf cm 13 7 MPa Do not use poor quality fuel for it will cause Check the fuel injection pump element and delivery valve assembly and replace as necessary WHEN ENGINE SUDDENLY STOPS Fuelleak aaa sa sa nied naan bees BAC NOZZIG uu doe ide stone deh Sa eee Ba Qu oas Moving parts are overheated due to shortage of lube oil or improper lubrication Check the fuel level in tank and refill if necessary Also check the fuel system for air or leaks If necessary
44. rd torque by 65 when finished jam nuts are used 70 when Molykote white lead or similar mixtures are used as lubricants 75 when phosphate coated and oiled bolts or nuts are used 85 when cadmium or zinc dichromate bolts or nuts are used 90 when hardened surfaces are used under the nut or bolt head this appties to standard unplated hardware only FOOT POUNDS Za _ gt S Bolt K 88 Diameter ai kani lt a Class 5 8 Class 8 8 Class 9 8 Class 10 9 Class 10 9 Oniy when ysed n When bolt penetration is 1 1 2 times the diameter of the bolt NEWTON METERS ae i Diameter w7 Class 5 8 Class 8 8 Class 9 8 Class 10 9 Class 10 9 Only when used in cast gray iron When bolt penetration is 1 1 2 times the diameter of the bolt June 1981 31 STANDARD TORQUE DATA FOR INCH NUTS AND BOLTS FOOT POUNDS Recommended torque for all Standard Unplated Nuts and Bolts provided A Surface finish is oxide coated oil quenched or bright B All thread surfaces are clean and lubricated with SAE 30 engine oil or equivalent See NOTE C Joints are rigid that is no gaskets or compressible materials are used D When reusing nuts or bolts use minimum torque values NOTE Multiply the standard torque by 65 when finished jam nuts are used 70 when Molykote white lead or similar mixtures are used as lubricants 75 when phosphate coated and oiled bolts or nuts are used
45. s 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 RECEIVE Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condi tion Never store the equipment with fuel 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 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 AX CAUTION INSTRUCTION Read operators manual Learn to operate this machine SAFELY Don t risk INJURY or DEATH 1 Before starting engine or operation Be familiar with controls Be in operator s position with transmission in neutral PTO turned off and brake depressed Keep Shields in place Keep away from mov ing parts NO RIDERS Keep all people and pets a safe distance away Don t point mower disc
46. s precau tions must be taken to prevent personal injury or damage to electrical parts 1 Attach one end of jumper cable to positive terminal of booster battery and other end to positive terminal of vehicle battery Attach one end of second cable to negative terminal of booster battery and other end to vehicle frame away from battery Do not at tach to cab or cab support 3 To remove cables reverse above sequence exactly to avoid sparks See operator s manual for additional information CAUTION BOOSTER BATTERY INSTRUCTIONS LOCATED UNDER THE HOOD CONTROLS Your Cub Cadet Tractor has been safety en gineered Thoroughly acquaint yourself with all the instruments and controls before attempting to start or operate the tractor FIGURE3 Ignition Switch Front Power Take Off PTO Hydraulic Lift Control Lever Front Hydraulic Outlet Control Lever Charge Indicator Engine Oil Light Red Water Temperature Gauge Glo Plug Indicator Hour Meter Speed Control Stop Speed Control Throttle Control and Fuel Shut Off Lever Light Switch ZrAcU TOAMMIVIOD gt Y A IGNITION SWITCH The ignition switch is a four position switch Turn key to glo plug position until glo plug indicator is red for required time see operating section of this manual Turn key to start position when engine starts release key Key will retract to on position See figure 3 AEE Remove the key from the tractor when the tract
47. spection or adjustment when such replacement or adjustments are made as part of normal maintenance service are excluded from coverage Any non Cub Cadet product which you may have installed in or upon the product is also excluded No person is authorized to give any other warran ties or to assume any other liabilities 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 ellers behalf unless made or assumed in wr g by the seller FOR Cub Cadet Corporation Limited One Year Warranty For Outdoor Power Products Limitations On Our Responsibility Please carefully note that this 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 acci 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 ot
48. throttle 3 Turn key to glo plug position until glo plug in dicator is red for required time see instruc tions inside hood Note if engine is warm step 3 may be bypassed See figure 10 4 Turn key to start position When engine starts release key Key will retract to on position S Throttle should remain in start position idle for approximately 5 minutes for proper engine warm up TO SHUT OFF 1 Return transmission speed control lever to neutral depress brake Return PTO to off posi tion 2 Move throttle to start position idle for ap proximately 1 minute 3 Move throttle to off position 4 Turn key to off position and remove Note Key will not turn off engine OFF IGNITION FIGURE 10 A CAUTION During operation do not run the engine in confined area such as storage building Immediately move the tractor outside of the building Co ol J1 NANO Up gt W i K QAN A WARNING Exhaust fumes can kill engine inside buildings Never run 12 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 to desired speed A CAUTION Avoid sudden starts excessive speed sudden stops Keep vehicle in gear when
49. tions This is to prevent overheating of the engine Normal Operating Range CAUTION Readings above 230 F can in dicate possible over heating of engine If overheating occurs vapor can be seen coming from over flow tube ing 1 Radiator Screen 2 Coolant Level p Q AAE A WARNING PCSDPCOCSS Turn the radiator cap slowly counter clockwise to the pressure release point to allow the pressure or any steam to escape then press down on the cap and continue to turn until the cap is free to be removed CAUTION Pressure cooling system REMOVE CAP SLOWLY GLO PLUG INSTRUCTIONS Ambient Temperature Higher Than 86 F Between 86 F and 50 F Between 50 F and 32 F Between 32 F and 0 F Below 0 F Preheating Time Approx 10 Sec Approx 15 Sec Approx 20 Sec Approx 30 Sec Approx 45 Sec Check The Follow 10 AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE Clean air cleaner element every 100 hrs Change air cleaner element every 400 hrs or once a year for element cleaning and replace ment information see maintenance section Air cleaner dust cup remove cover and clean dust cup before every use NOTE In dusty conditions clean element and cup more frequently DIESEL FUEL REQUIREMENTS Temperature Type 10 F and Above 2 D Below 10 F 1 D Grade 2 D diesel fuel conforming to ASTM D 975 specification must be used for proper operation of these tractors Grade 1 D diesel fuel may be use
50. ts en tirety before attempting to assemble or operate this unit Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference 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 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 tractor No one should operate this unit while intox icated or while taking medication that impairs the senses or reactions rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts to avoid en tanglement in the moving parts Never operate a unit in bare feet sandals or sneakers TO prevent injury do not carry passengers or give rides Keep children pets and bystanders out of the area while mowing Only the operator should ride on the unit and only ride in the seat Check overhead clearance carefully before driving under power lines guy wires bridges or low hanging tree branches before entering or leaving buildings or in any other situation where the operator may be struck or pulled from the unit which could result in serious in jury To maintain control of the unit and reduce the possibility of upset or collision operate the tractor smoothly Avoid erratic
51. uel tank and fuel filters _ Remove water dirt and other impurities Clean fuel filter with kerosene If air is in the fuel filter or injection lines the fuel oump will not work properly To attain proper fuel injection pressure check carefully for loosened fuel line coupling loose cap nut etc Loosen air vent screws on base of fuel filter and fuel injection pump to eliminate all the air in the fuel oil system Bleed fuel system see maintenance section This is caused when water or dirt is mixed in the fuel Clean the nozzle injection piece being careful not to damage the orifice Check to see if nozzle is working properly or not If not install a new nozzle Adjust valve clearance to 0 0057 0 0073 in 0 145 0 185mm when the engine is cold Grind valve Adjust injection timing The injection timing is 21 5 0 375 rad before top dead center Change grade of oil according to the weather temperature Bad valve or excessive wear of rings pistons and linears cause insufficient compression Replace with new parts Charge or replace battery Refer to battery sec tion INSUFFICIENT H P OUTPUT Carbon struck orifice of nozzle piece Compression is insufficient Leaking valves Insufficient fuel to engine Overheating of moving parts Clean orifice and needle valve being very careful not to damage the nozzle orifice Check nozzle to see if good If not replace with new
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