Cub Cadet 1210 (680) Owner's Manual
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1. Lubricate TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy HARD TO START No gasoline in fuel tank or carburetor Fuel line or carburetor clogged Gas filter plugged Water in gasoline Choked improperly Flooded engine Defective ignition or loose wiring Defective battery Spark plug dirty or improper gap Fill the tank with gasoline open the fuel shut off valve Check the fuel line and carburetor Clean the fuel line and carburetor with commercial car buretor cleaner Replace Drain the fuel tank and carburetor Use new fuel and dry the spark plug Follow the starting instructions Check the wiring spark plug or fuses Check and service Refer to BATTERY Clean adjust the gap to 025 inch 035 inch on 1210 model or replace the plug ENGINE OPERATES IRREGULARLY OR KNOCKS Engine incorrectly 22222 Spark plug dirty wrong gap or wrong type Poor or weak spark Carburetor setting incorrect Poor grade fuel or water in fuel Engine overheating Engine valves at fault Engine smokes Oil level will rise due to gasoline in crankcase Ai2. p Rav 2 L wut uU Ov ner s Manual TRACTORS Model Numbers Important 1210 680 Read Safety Rules and nstrucilons Carefully 1810 682 Thank you for purchasing 1 81 1 782 an American built product 1 81 2 784 CUB CADET CORPORATION P O BOX 36930 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 772 3591 R860214 Safe Operation Practices To The Owner Serial No Location CONTENTS 255 Off Season Storage 25757 5 Optional Equipment and Accessories 255 5 Maintenance Chart Linen E 6 Trouble Shooting 10 Lubrication Table o 12 Lubrication Guide D 15 Specifications nstructions given vvith this symbol are for personal safety Be sure to follow them Acc This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark ar rester 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 appl
3. 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 Watt for all movement to stop before servicing or cleaning Do not fill gasoline tank when engine is running or while engine is hot Tighten cap securely o oo bo b 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 utmost efficiency 2 Familiarize yourself with the operation of all the in struments and controls 3 Fill the fuel tank with clean fresh lead free low lead or regular grade leaded gasoline Check the engine and transmission oil level Clean the air cleaner element if necessary Check the tire inflation pressures N OO A Adjust the seat for operator s maximum comfort visibility and complete control of the tractor 8 Remove noise isolation panels and clean any ac cumulated grass and debris from the intake fan on engine 9 Make certain that the backside of the grille is clean and unobstructed Pull forward on top edge to ex pose rear side of grille Remove by hand any ac cumulated grass and debris 10 10 Refer to various sections of the operator s manual for additional information STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE Thi
4. NOTE The battery is located in a well under the operator s seat for ease in servicing or replacment when necessary ADJUSTING THE POWER TAKE OFF CLUTCH The clutch is factory adjusted and should not require further adjustment under normal operating conditions However if the clutch fails to operate properly check as follows Check fuse on pedestal A CAUTION To avoid possible injury alwasy dis engage all clutches move speed control into neutral depress the brake set the brake pedal lock and turn the ignition OFF before working on the machine Using a feeler gauge check the air gap See figure 15 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 Adjust the self locking nuts to obtain the proper clearance Repeat the opera tion in all three access slots NOTE If brake 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 author ized dealer MA 173448 FIGURE 15 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 examina tion 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
5. NOTE This engine has a full pressure lubricating system The oil indicator light is connected to the oil pump It does not indicate the oil level of the engine If at anytime this light goes on after starting the engine the engine should be shut off immediately Contact your Cub Cadet Dealer GASOLINE TANK The gasoline tank is located under the hood FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE The fuel shut off valve is located below the gasoline tank To turn the fuel on turn the knob counterclockwise to the stop To turn the fuel off turn the knob clockwise until it is tight HOOD AND NOISE ISOLATION PANELS The tractor hood is arranged to swing up and forward for easy access to the engine compartment Whenever engine maintenance is required the noise isolation panels can be readily removed by removing the two wing nuts and two washers one on each side and dis connecting the panel spring MA 18559 FIGURE 13 1 Noise isolation panel one on each side 2 Panel spring 4 Hood OPERATION p ooo q 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 Look before back Ing up
6. position SPEED CONTROL STOP An adjustable speed control stop is provided to allow the operator to return to a predetermined speed BRAKE PEDAL Brake pedal must be pressed all the way down to ac tivate 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 control lever in the N position LOCKING THE 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 posi tion See figure 5 To disengage the lock press down on the pedal lift the lock up and place it in the disengaged position FIGURE 5 1 Brake pedal 2 Brake pedal lock Al css 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 downhill To avoid an accident and or possible injury lock the brake IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH The combination lights and ignition switch is a four posi tion switch See figure 6 IGNITION ON LIGHTS Al cn Remove the key from the tractor when the tractor is not in use to prevent ac cidental starting and battery discharge FRONT POWER TAKE OFF PTO The front power take off is an electric
7. listed below 1 Move the throttle lever back to the medium or SLOVV 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 5 PTO switch must be in the OFF position when shifting the tractor into reverse or the PTO will shut off automatically To re engage the PTO shift unit into neutral Move PTO switch to OFF position Then pull knob out and lift up to start position and release FRONT PTO CLUTCH BREAK IN PROCEDURE To break in the components and increase the life of the clutch assembly proceed as follows 1 Attach mowing deck snow thrower etc to the tractor 2 Adjust the belt tension as recommended in attach ment owner s manual 3 Engage and disengage the PTO ten to fifteen times without any load not cutting grass not blowing snow etc 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 cap screws in the seat support and slide the seat assembly forward or rearward to the position which is most comfortable for the operator See figure 14 12 FIGURE 14 Retighten the cap screws after the seat is adjusted
8. 50 8 12 Rear Tires 23 x 10 50 12 10 20 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 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 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 wheel lug nuts both sides to 35 Ibf ft to make sure they have seated properly OFF SEASON STORAGE If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 days the following precedures are recom mended 1 Working outdoors drain all fuel from the fuel tank Use a clean dry cloth to absorb the small amount of fuel remaining in the tank then run the engine until all fuel in the carburetor is exhausted 2 Drain all the oil from the crankcase this should be done after the engine has been operated and is still warm and refill the crankcase with clean new oil 3 Disconnect the spark plug wires and remove the spark plugs from the cylinders Pour about 2 or 3 tablespoons of engine oil into each cylinder and then turn the engine over several times to spread out the oil Replace the spark plugs but do not con nect the wires 4 Clean
9. change of oil or periodic inspections are necessary It also provides a means of computing cost of specific jobs The hour meter operates whenever the engine is running or the igni tion key is in the ON position Cub Cadet LU 0000BE TOTAL HOURS FIGURE 7 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 See figure 3 or 4 LIFT HANDLE 1210 and 1810 Tractors Only 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 handle and releasing it when the desired position is reached An additional feature has been provided to give in creased float capability to the deck by depressing the button and rotating the pin into the slot as shown in figure 8 Button Slot FIGURE 8 The cam stop may be adjusted to allow the implement to return to a single preset height See figure 9 With implement in desired height position 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 hitch ing instructions Locking Knob Cam Stop FIGURE 9 HYDRAULIC LIFT 1811 and 1812 Tractors Only The hydraulic lift is re
10. 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 operation and excessive speed Keep the area of operation clear of all per sons particularly smali 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 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Disengage power to attachment s and stop engine before making any r
11. slow blow Headlights 15 amp slow blow all glass sealed beam units Lamp No H7610 Taillight Lamp No 194 BRAKES Dual disc external TIRE SIZES 16 x 6 50 8 23 x 10 50 12 30 SPECIFICATIONS 1210 1810 1811 and 1812 Cub Cadet Cub Cadet DIMENSIONS Tread Length over all Width over all Height over all to top of steering wheel Ground clearance Turning radius Specifications are subject to change without notice 31
12. the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly 5 Lubricate all lubrication points and wipe the entire machine with an oiled rag in order to protect the surfaces 6 Follow battery storage instructions on page 20 7 Protecttires and seat from sunlight Inflate tires at regular intervals 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 purchased 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 equipment is available to adapt it to the requirements of the user Refer to equipment catalog MAINTENANCE CHART 1210 10 hours 25 hours or Operation to or once three times be performed a season Clean grille front amp backside amp engine inlet air screen 50 hours 100 hours or twice More often under dirty conditions More often under dirty bb Cylinder head Leaded un Hours Cleaning Unleaded Fuel 500 hours Check battery electrolyte level Grease front axle pivot bolt Lubricate steering knuckles 2 and steering arm Retorque rear After first wheel lug nuts 10 27 Lubricate brake shaft mr Check t
13. AY CONTAIN EXPLO SIVE GASES When electrolyte has been added KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN MAINTENACE OF BATTERY 1 Check electrolyte level periodically at least every two weeks Keep the level to the split rings Use only distilled water or a good quality drinking water Never add acid or any other chemicals to the bat tery 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 corrosion 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 soultion in the cells 5 Avoid tipping the battery Even a sealed batter will leak electrolyte when tipped STORAGE OF THE BATTERY 1 When storing battery for extended periods discon nect battery cables Removing battery from unit is recommended 2 Keep the exterior of the battery clean especially the top A dirty battery will discharge itself 3 Check the battery with a hydrometer The battery must be stored with a full charge A discharged bat tery will freeze Specific Gravity Freezing Point 1 265 71 F 1 250 62 F 1 200 16 F 1 150 5 F 1 100 16 F NOTE All batteri
14. M18 engine FIGURE 22 To change the oll filter first remove the right side panel Drain the oil from the engine by removing the drain plug Before the filter is removed clean the outside sur face and mounting base of the filter From the operator s position turn the filter counterclockvvise us ng an automotive type filter vvrench to loosen 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 Retighten the filter until the gasket contacts the base Tighten the filter an additional one half turn Replace oil drain plug and follow Filling the Crankcase in structions Check for oil leaks HYDROSTATIC DRIVE HYDRAULIC FLUID FILTER Remove the throw away can type filter and replace with a new filter after the first 10 hours and 50 hours of operation and every 100 hours of operation thereafter NOTE Clean the outside area before removing 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 facilitate removal of the filter To remove the filter turn the filter counterclockwise 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 Tig
15. See figure 16 Assembiy Brake Assembly FIGURE 16 Thread the clevis onto the brake rod one turn Recon nect 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 17 If not repeat adjustment as necessary 13 Brake Rod Assembiy FIGURE 17 NOTE Figure 17 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 18 NOTE Dimension B should be approximately 1 8 inch less than dimension A _ Front Q8 les pe ibad A FIGURE 18 Front wheel adjustments To adjust the toe in remove one ball joint loosen the lock nut at the ball joint and turn the tie rod ball joint in or out as required FIGURE 19 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 19 A cures Be sure all parts are reassembled tight with cotter pins in place
16. adjustment screw 6 Fuel line Be sure the choke is fully open knob fully in when ad justing After the engine has reached normal operating temperature place the throttle lever in the fast posi tion and turn the high speed adjustment screw clock wise to the leanest mixture that will allow satisfactory acceleration and steady governor operation Then turn counterclockwise to the richest mixture that allows satisfactory operation The difference between the rich and lean points is about Vz turn Set the mixture to the rich end of this range If the engine misses and backfires under load the high speed mixture is too lean The high speed adjustment screw must be turned counterclockwise 1 8 turn at a time until the condition is corrected If the engine shows a sooty exhaust and is sluggish under load the high speed mixture is too rich The high speed adjustment screw must be turned clockwise 1 8 turn at a time until the condition is corrected Adjusting the Idle Adjustment Screw After the high speed adjustment screw is adjusted it may be necessary to readjust the idle adjustment screw as each affects the other Refer to figure 20 Close the idle adjustment screw to its seat by turning it clockwise then open it one turn Start the engine and operate it at fast idling speed without any load until thoroughly warm While the engine is running at fast idle speed it is ad visable to screw in the idle speed screw a few turns
17. ady to operate when the engine is running FIGURE 10 1 Hydraulic lift control lever 2 Front hydraulic outlet control lever Standard on 1812 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 lever forward The front hydraulic outlet control lever standard on 1812 tractor provides for on the go angling of a front mounted blade FIGURE 11 1 Locking knob 2 Cam stop should be turned around 3 Rockshaft arm The cam stop may be adjusted to allow the implement to return to a single preset height See figure 11 With implement in desired height position 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 MA 17413B FIGURE 12 1 Lift bracket 2 Hole not seen for bolt 3 Lift arm Equipment is normally operated in a Float position implement free to move upward To operate equipment in a fixed Locked position where down pressure of the implement is required blade work remove frame cover and install bolt V x 1 1 8 inch not furnished with tractor between the lift arm and lift bracket See figure 12 OIL INDICATOR LIGHT Models 1810 1811 and 1812 The oil indicator light is located on the left side of the instrument panel See figure 4
18. and spread CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS A c3 If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running e g carburetor disengage all clutches and blades Keep clear of all moving parts and be careful of heated surfaces and muffler A CAUTION 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 The carburetor is adjusted at the factory and under nor mal operating conditions it will not require readjusting However if the engine does not operate properly what may appear to be a faulty carburetor adjustment is in many cases a clogged air filter This possibility should be ruled out before attempting to readjust carburetor Refer to MAINTENANCE NOTE To prevent possible damage to the carburetor needles be very careful closing the carburetor needles before basic adjustments are made Improper adjust ment of the carburetor may result in engine damage 1210 TRACTOR ONLY NOTE Air cleaner has been removed from illustrations in order to show carburetor Adjusting the High Speed Adjustment Screw Turn the high speed adjustment screw counterclock wise approximately two turns from the closed position and start the engine Refer to figure 20 FIGURE 20 1 Governor control rod 5 Fuel shut off valve 2 Idle adjusting screw 3 Idle speed screw 4 High speed
19. clutch operated by a toggle switch on the left side of the instrument panel See figure 3 or 4 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 engine 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 Then pull knob out and lift up to start position and release 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 dam age to the charging circuit HOUR METER The hour meter is located on the instrument panel See figures 3 4 and 7 t indicates the actual hours of engine operation enabling the operator to determine without guesswork when lubrication
20. d gradually push the choke control but ton all the way in Do not use the choke to enrich the fuel mixture except as necessary to start the engine STOPPING THE ENGINE Move the throttle level to the SLOW position and allow the engine to idle for a short time before stop ping Then turn the key to the OFF position NOTE Remove the key to prevent accidental starting and battery discharge if equipment is left unattended COLD VVEATHER STARTING Engine starting is possible in cold vveather providing the correct vveight of engine oil is used the battery is fully charged and the proper starting procedure is followed The best procedure for starting at tempera tures near or belovv freezing is as follovvs 1 Pull the choke all the way out into the full choke position 2 Move the throttle lever to idle position 3 Press the brake pedal all the way down and be sure the povver take off svvitch is in the off position 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 During operation do not run the engine in confined area such as storage build ing any longer than is necessary Im mediately move the tractor outside into the air NOTE In cold weather the starting motor may disen
21. e 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 position Set engine speed to 1200 75 RPM by turning 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 34 to 1 full turn MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL 1210 Only The engine crankcase is filled with ship away oil This oil may be used for the first 5 hours of engine opera tion at temperatures between 0 degrees F and 90 degrees F 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 25 hours of engine operation To aid starting the selection of crankcase lubricating oils should be based on the lowest anticipated temperatures until the next drain period Refer to LUBRICATION TABLE Cub Cadet Low Ash Engine Oil or other oil meeting API Service Classification SF is recommended For max imum engine life select AP SF oils with lowest levels of barium calcium or magnesium additives and minimum ash content approximately 0 5 Lubricant suppliers will normally furnish this information on their engine oils Multi viscosity numbered oils such as SAE 10W 30 or SAE 10W 40 ca
22. ed Check the following when installing a new element 1 Backplate must be flat on gasket of carburetor elbow Replace backplate if bent or cracked 2 Gasket surfaces of element must be flat against backplate and cover to seal effectively 3 Seal on cover must be in place to reduce noise and vibration of the cover Vibration can cause stud hole in cover to enlarge thus permitting dirt to enter carburetor 18 4 Wing nuts must be finger tight do not overtighten Properly cleaned and installed air cleaner elements are the best guarantee to continued long and satisfactory engine life CLEANING ENGINE This tractor has an air cooled engine Air must be able to circulate freely around the engine through the screen shroud and over the fins of the cylinder head and cylinder block Keep these areas free of ac cumulated dirt and trash or engine will overheat and result in damaged moving parts Periodically clean the inside of the side panels and grille for adequate cooling NOTE This machine is designed to cool properly with the engine side panels in place Operating the machine without panels in place may result in inadequate cooling SPARK PLUGS FIGURE 25 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 operation AA To avoid possible injury be sure engine is off and cool before making any adiust
23. ely control C Do not turn sharply Use care when back ing D Use counterweight s or wheel weights when suggested in owner s manual Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways When using any attachments never direct dis charge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near vehicle while in operation Handle gasoline with care It is highly flam mable A Use approved gasoline container B Never remove cap or add gasoline to a run ning or hot engine or fill fuel tank indoors Wipe up spilled gasoline C Open doors if engine is run in garage Ex haust fumes are dangerous Do not run engine indoors 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condition and keep safety devices in place Use guards as instructed in operator s manual Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condi tion Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters clothes dryers and the like Allow the 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 se
24. epairs or ad justments Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to pre vent accidental starting Before attempting to unclog the mower or discharge chute stop the engine The movver blade s may continue to rotate for a fevv seconds after the engine is shut off Therefore be sure the blade s have stopped completely Disconnect the spark plug vvire and keep the vvire avvay 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 povver 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 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 hazards Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment A Use only approved drawbar hitch points B Limit loads to those you can saf
25. erested in the per formance you receive from your tractor He has factory trained servicemen informed in the latest method of servicing tractors modern tools and original equip ment service parts which assure proper fit and good performance The Cub Cadet 1210 1810 1811 and 1812 Tractors have a hydrostatic drive It is the best hydrostatic drive unit available and will require minimum service if recommended operation and maintenance procedures 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 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 this page Should you have difficulties with the unit consult your authorized 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 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION FIGURE 1 Serial number plate is located near left rear fender See figure 1 NOTE LEFT and RIGHT indicate the left and right sides of the tractor when facing forward in the driver s seat Reference to FRONT indicates
26. es discharge during storage 4 Recharge battery whenever the specific gravity is less than 1 225 before returning to service or every two months whichever comes first COMMON CAUSES FOR BATTERY FAILURE Overcharging Undercharging Lack of water Loose hold downs and or corroded connections Excessive loads Battery electrolyte substitutes Freezing of electrolyte NOTE These failures do not constitute warranty BATTERY REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION 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 To install a battery 1 Attach the Positive cable 2 Attach the Negative cable JUMP STARTING 1 Attach the first jumper cable from the Positive ter minal 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 BATTERY A c Failure to use this starting pro cedure could cause sparking and the gases in either battery could ex plode TIRES Keep the pneumatic tires properly inflated Over inflation will cause operator discomfort Under inflation will cause short tire life 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
27. gage prematurely This is caused by the engine firing once but failing to continue running If this hap pens several times the engine will be flooded and it will be necessary to start as described in step 5 5 Leave the throttle in the slow position but push the choke in all the way then turn the ignition key to the start position and slowly pull the choke out to the position which will cause the engine to start and continue running If the engine falters after 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 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 level slowly forward or rearward to desired speed CAUTION Avoid sudden starts excessive speed sudden stops Keep vehicle in gear when going down hills 11 NOTE When using power take off operated equip ment best performance is achieved with the throttle 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 trac tor by speeding up the engine and suddeniy engaging the clutch Try backing out instead of going forvvard A CAUTION Do not leave the seat of the tractor with ou
28. hten 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 AIR CLEANER Dry Type 1210 Tractor Only All engine air used for combustion is filtered by a dry type air cleaner to assure long engine life NOTE Left engine side panel must be removed to have access to the air cleaner Service the air cleaner element when a loss of power is noticeable Discard used element and replace with a new one at least once a year Cleaning the element The left hand side panel must be removed to obtain access to the air cleaner hous ing To clean the element remove the wing nut and air cleaner cover see figure 23 Remove the element from the back plate Take care to avoid dislodging ac cumulated dust on the element into the carburetor in let Tap the element lightly on a flat surface for cleaning Do not water wash or use solvents to clean elements FIGURE 23 Replacing the element If the perforated metal sleeve is dented or the sealing surface damaged discard and install a new element When replacing an element always examine the air cleaner backplate and be sure it is securely tightened to the carburetor Install a new backplate if the old one is bent or cracked Be sure the element fits around the ledge on the backplate before installing air cleaner cover Replace the cover rubber gasket must be in place and tigh
29. ilter and replace with a new filter Refer to MAINTENANCE Change the transmission oil filter every 100 hours of operation thereafter Every 100 Hours of Operation Change the transmission oil filter and replace with a new filter Refer to MAINTNENACE Once a year apply two strokes of the lubricator using 251H EP grease or equivalent 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 fitting Once a year apply a small amount of 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease in the slots Lubricate the brake pedal shaft and linkage with eight or ten drops of engine oil 28 1 Engine filler cap and dipstick 2 Steering knuckles 2 Both sides 3 Transmission oil filter 4 Front axle pivot bolt Right side 5 Transmission oil level and fill tube 6 Engine oil drain plug and oil filter 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 Models 1810 1811 amp 1812 Before Each Use Check the oil with the engine stopped and add sufficient new oil to bring it to the FULL mark on the dipstick Do not overfill Do not oprate the engine if the oil level i
30. imum protection use Cub Cadet Hydraulic Transmission Fluid 100 Ya Ib Two strokes of the lubricator using 251H EP grease or or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease Yearly 10 Use 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease and apply two or three strokes of the lubricator or sufficient grease to flush out old grease and dirt 100 Remove front wheels and pack bearings with or 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose Yearly lithium grease and reinstall wheels 24 LUBRICATION GUIDE The life of any machine depends upon the care it is given Proper lubrication is a very important part of that care Be certain that all lubrication fittings are assembled in place using the lubrication illustrations as a guide Always lubricate the tractor thoroughly before taking it to the field Use a pressure lubricating gun Be sure all fittings are free from dirt and paint so the lubricant is certain to enter the bearing Always force the lubricant through the full length of each bearing until it emerges at the end carrying with it the worn lubricant and any dirt that may have entered the bearing Miscellaneous working parts not provided with lubrica tion fittings should be oiled daily with a good grade of lubricating oil Lubricant is cheap Use plenty of it Worn parts can be expensive to replace Keep your supply of lubricating oil and grease stored in clean containers and covered to protect from d
31. iscellaneous Brake pedal shaft LUBRICATION GUIDE Model 1210 Before Each Use Check the oil with the engine stopped and add sufficient new oil to bring it to the FULL mark on the dipstick Do not overfill Do not operate the engine if the oil level is below the LOVV mark on the dipstick After Every 10 Hours of Operation Use 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 transmission oil filter and replace with a new filter Refer to MAINT NENANCE Change the transmission oil filter after 50 hours and every 100 hours of operation thereafter Use 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 25 Hours of Operation 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 dipstick 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 FULL mark on dipstick 6 After Every 50 Hours of Operation NOTE After the first 50 hours only remove the transmis sion oil f
32. level NOTE During initial break in period the engine oil level should be checked frequently Filling the Crankcase Models 1810 1811 amp 1812 To fill the crankcase with oil place the tractor on a level surface Clean the area around the oil fill tube and dip stick to prevent debris from entering the crankcase Remove the oil fill cap and slowly pour 3 pints of oil into the crankcase Replace the oil fill cap The M18 Kohler engine is equipped with a remote oil filter it is necessary to run the unit for approximately one minute to allow the oil to fill the filter and oil lines After stop ping the engine remove oil fill cap and add the remain ing 14 ounces of oil pouring slowly Engine oil capacity 3 pints 14 ounces When checking the oil level push the dipstick assembly firmly but slowly un til cap bottoms on tube DO NOT OVERFILL Dipstick assembly MUST BE PUSHED FULLY INTO TUBE AT ALL TIMES WHEN ENGINE IS OPERATING NOTE Never overfill the engine crankcase Engine may overheat and or damage may result if the crankcase is below the LOW mark or over the FULL mark OIL FILTER Model 1810 1811 amp 1812 Located behind the right side panel mounted to the fire wall See figure 22 The oil filter should be changed at every oil change interval The filters can be obtained through your Cub Cadet dealer under Part Number KH 5205002 this is the only approved filter due to the pressure specifications required for the
33. ments or repairs Replace a defective plug vvith a nevv plug Set gap at 025 inch 035 inch for 1210 model See figure 25 Tighten plug to 10 15 ft Ibs and 22 ft lbs model 1210 See your authorized dealer for the correct replacement plug Cleaning Spark Plug Clean spark plug with a penknife or wire brush or sol vent If electrode is burned away or the porcelain is cracked replace with new plug NOTE Do not sandblast or use any abrasive machines to clean spark plugs because any grit introduced into the engine could cause severe damage CLEANING OF CYLINDER HEAD S Cleaning of the cylinder head s should only be done by your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer This process is to be done to keep your engine properly cooled and at its peak efficiency The frequency of cleaning is dependent upon the type of fuel used When leaded fuel is used the cleaning interval is 250 hours and with unleaded fuel the cleaning interval is 500 hours LIGHTS The headlights are sealed beam units Refer to SPECIFICATIONS when replacement is necessary To replace the taillight lamp remove socket and bulb from the back of the taillight by rotating socket Va turn Refer to SPECIFICATIONS FUSES Always use the same capacity fuse for replacement 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 coun
34. n be used above 32 degrees Fahrenheit Regularly check the oil level of the engine crankcase to see that it is filled to the correct level NOTE Check the oil level only while the engine is stopped and have the tractor level Always keep the oil level between the FULL and the LOW marks on the dipstick When checking the oil level the dipstick must be withdrawn and wiped clean then inserted all the way and withdrawn for a true reading Filling the Crankcase 1210 Only To fill the crankcase with oil place the tractor on a level surface Clean the area around oil fill before removing combination oil filler cap and dipstick NOTE Never overfill the engine crankcase Engine may overheat and or damage may result if the crankcase is below the LOW mark or over the FULL mark For oil capacity refer to the SPECIFICATIONS and LUBRICATION TABLE section Remove the cap and dipstick and fill to the full mark on the dipstick POUR SLOWLY Capacity 4 pints When checking the oil level push the dipstick assembly firmly but slowly until cap bottoms on tube DO NOT OVERFILL Dipstick assembly must be pushed fully in to tube at all times when engine is operating ENGINE OIL 1810 1811 amp 1812 Models The engine crankcase is filled with ship away oil This oil may be used for the first 5 hours of engine opera tion at temperatures between 0 degrees F and 90 degrees F If temperatures are not within this range drai
35. n the oil from the oil filter and crankcase and replace with new oil as specified in the LUBRICATION TABLE To aid starting the selection of crankcase lubricating oils should be based on the lowest anticipated temperatures until the next drain period Cub Cadet Low Ash Engine Oil meeting API Service Classification SF is recommended For maximum engine life select AP SF oils with lowest levels of 16 barium calcium or magnesium additives and minimum ash content approximately 0 5 Lubricant suppliers will normally furnish this information on their engine oils For oil change intervals of 50 hours the following oils are recommended 32 F and above Cub Cadet Low Ash Engine Oil S A E 30 0 F to 32 F Cub Cadet Low Ash Engine Oil S A E 10W 30 Below 0 F S A E 5W 20 or S A E 5W 30 For other approved oils refer to lubrication table NOTE For temperatures above 32 F a multi viscosity oil 10W 30 or 10W 40 can be used When either of these oils are used the oil change interval decreases to every 25 hours Regularly check the oil level of the engine crankcase to see that it is filled to the correct level Always keep the oil level between the FULL and the LOW marks on the dipstick When checking the oil level the dipstick must be withdrawn and wiped clean then in serted all the way and withdrawn for a true reading NOTE Check the oil level only while the engine is stopped and tractor is
36. our authorized dealer 23 Possible Cause TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Remedy ENGINE OVERHEATS Insufficient cool air dirty air intake screen shroud cooling fins or dirty grille Lean carburetor adiustment Oil level incorrect Point of Lubrication Engine crankcase Hydro drive unit mounted on transmission case with filter Steering gear housing Steering knuckles amp front axle pivot boit Front wheel bearings Keep the air intake area and cooling fins clean Refer to MAINTENANCE Readjust Refer to ADJUSTMENTS Engine oil level must not be over the FULL mark or below the LOW mark Refer to MAINTENANCE See your authorized dealer LUBRICATION TABLE Check Change Anticipated Air Temperature at at Capacity Hours Hours Above 32 F 32 F to O F Below 0 F 25 4 pt Cub Cadet Low Cub Cadet Low Cub Cadet Low Check 1210 1210 Ash Engine Oil Ash Engine Oil Ash Engine Oil before 50 3 pt 5 30 S A E 10VV 30 S A E 5W 20 each 1810 1402 or or use 1811 amp 1810 S A E 10W 40 S A E 5W 30 1812 18118 1812 Cub Cadet Hydraulic Transmission Fluid 30 Add as 14pt NOTE Cub Cadet hydraulic transmission fluid needed Approx meets IH B 6 specifications If fluid is used that does not meet these requirements Cub Cadet will not be responsible for substandard performance Failures due to use of improper fluid is not covered by warranty For max
37. r filter will become oil and fuel soaked Engine leaks oil Mi chgng ice een nme i mea pet mede ar ier s Other engine problems Excessive oil in air cleaner Clean reset the gap or replace Check the spark plug and wiring Adjust Refer to ADJUSTMENTS Drain and use a good grade of clean fuel Refer to MAINTENANCE Adjust the carburetor Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER Refer to OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER Be sure that oil dipstick is fully seated and all excess oil is squeezed out of pre cleaner foam element LACK OF POWER Air cleaner clogged Engine overload Engine overheated Poor fuel too rich or too lean a mixture Fuel tank air vent clogged Air leakage between carburetor and engine Incorrect timing or faulty ignition Brake drags sinc Ne A e oy E hd Service the air cleaner element Refer to MAINTENANCE Reduce the load Make sure air intake screen shrouding engine fins and grille are free of accumulated dirt and trash Refer to MAINTENANCE Refer to ADJUSTMENTS Open the vent in the cap Remove air cleaner Tighten the carburetor and manifold mounting nuts Replace as indicated in MAINTENANCE Adjust the brake Refer to ADJUSTMENTS See y
38. ransmission oil level X Clean cooling fins amp external surfaces X Service air cleaner More often paper cartridge under dirty an Check n plugs Lubricate speed control linkag cam plates Check and regrease front wheel bearings MAINTENANCE CHART 1810 1811 amp 1812 10 hours 0 hours 0 100 hours Operation to Before or once three times or Before be performed each use a month a season yearly storage Clean grille More often front amp backside under dirty amp engine inlet air conditions screen X Check engine dien X Jl FI f l an l Cylind r head Leaded Fuel 250 hours cleaning Unleaded Fuel 500 hours More often under dirty After first conditions 5 hours After first After first Every 100 10 hours 50 hours hours there pivot bolt X Lubricate steering knuckles 2 and steering arm X Retorque rear After first wheel lug nuts 10 hours X brake shaft X Check transmission oil level X Clean cooling fins amp external surfaces X Service air cleaner More often paper cartridge under dirty conditions Check sparkplugs Lubricate X speed control linkage cam plates X Check and regrease front wheel bearings X X steering gear housing kaea ee axe Change engine oil and oil filter Replace transmission oil filter Re oil amp clean foam air precleaner Check battery electrolyte level Grease front axle
39. s below the LOW mark on the dipstick After Every 10 Hours of Operation Use 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 transmission oil filter and replace with a new filter Refer to MAINTENANCE Change the transmission oil filter after 50 hours and every 100 hours of operation thereafter Use 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 30 Hours of Operation Check the oil with the engine stopped Keep the lubricant up to FULL mark on dipstick 5 After Every 50 Hours of Operation While the engine oil is warm remove the drain plug and oil filter 6 and drain all of the oil from the crankcase and oil filter lines Replace the drain plug Refer to MAINTENANCE FILLING THE CRANKCASE amp OIL FILTER for proper oil filling procedure Refer to LUBRICATION TABLE for the proper quantity and viscosity to use NOTE After the first 50 hours only remove the transmission oil filter and replace with a new filter Refer to MAIN TENANCE Change the transmission oil filter every 100 hours of operation thereafter Every 100 Hours of Operation Change the transmission oil filter and replace
40. s unit is equipped with a safety interlock system for your protection The purpose of the safe ty 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 posi tion 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 engine will shut off A C Do not operate the tractor if the inter lock system is malfunctioning because itis a safety device designed for protec tion 1 Pull choke control button to full choke position Less choking may be necessary due to variations in temperature grade of fuel etc Little or no chok ing will be needed when the engine is warm 2 Place the throttle on the idle position 3 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 OFF position NOTE The speed control lever will return to neutral when the brake pedal is pressed all the way down 4 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 5 After the engine starts slowly release the brake pedal an
41. t depressing the brake pedal and set ting the brake lock If leaving the tractor unattended also turn the ignition 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 irregularities which could cause an upset Back the tractor with implement up the steepest por tion 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 A CAUTION 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 rollover Avoid stopping when driving up a slope If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flip ping the tractor over backward STOPPING THE TRACTOR Move the speed control lever to the N position or use the standard brake pedal Before dismounting always lock the brake pedal and turn the ignition OFF Also disengage the power take off control switch A CAUTION Always engage brake pedal lock lower equipment and shut off engine before dismounting Never start engine from ground OPERATING THE FRONT POWER TAKE OFF CLUTCH PTO NOTE Be certain to follow break in instructions
42. ten the wing nut securely Do not use pliers finger tight is adequate Reinstall the side panel Properly cleaned and installed air cleaner elements are the best guarantee to continued long and satisfactory engine life Servicing Foam Pre Cleaner Element 1810 1811 and 1812 Tractors Clean and re oil foam pre cleaner element at 1 month intervals or every 10 hours whichever occurs first NOTE Service more often under dusty conditions 1 Remove wing nut and cover See figure 24 2 Remove foam pre cleaner element by sliding it up off the paper cartridge 3 A Wash pre cleaner element in liquid detergent and water B Squeeze dry in cloth C Saturate in engine oil Squeeze to distribute oil evenly D Wrap in shop tovvel and squeeze to remove ex cess oil Discard used element and replace with new one at least FIGURE 24 1 Wing nut 5 Paper cartridge 2 Cover 6 Foam pre cleaner 3 Rubber tube element 4 Cover plate 7 Base backplate Air cleaner assembly Servicing Paper Cartridge This engine is equipped with a dry type air cleaner ele ment which should be checked every 100 operating hours and replaced if dirty It should be checked and if necessary replaced more often under extremely dir ty dusty conditions Do not wash element in any liquid or attempt to blow dirt off with air hose as this will punc ture filter element Carefully handle new element do not use if gasket surfaces are bent or twist
43. terclockwise to remove it from the fuse housing Remove the old fuse and replace it with a new one Then reassemble the cap to the housing NOTE The fuse on the left is for the lights the fuse on the right is for the electric clutch BATTERY INFORMATION A Cc A 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 rub ber gloves and apron when working with it B Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the face rinse the affected area im mediately with clean cold water If there is any fur ther discomfort seek prompt medical attention C If acid spills on clothing first dilute it with clean water then neutralize with a solution of am monia water or baking soda water D Since battery acid is corrosive do not pour it into any sink or drain Before discarding empty elec trolyte containers rinse them with a neutralizing solution 19 E NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to bat tery while charger is turned on as it can cause sparks F Keep all lighted materials cigarettes matches lighters away from the battery as the hydrogen gas generated during charging can be combustible G As a further precaution only charge the battery in a well ventilated area Always shield eyes protect skin and clothing when working near batteries An BATTERIES CONTAIN SULFURIC ACID AND M
44. the grille end of the tractor to REAR the drawbar end MODEL FIGURE 2 DELIVERY DATE CONTROLS Your Cub Cadet Tractor has been safety engineered Thoroughly acquaint yourself with all the instruments and controls before attempting to start or operate the tractor Charge Indicator PTO Switch Choke Indicator Hydraulic Lift Control 1 Speed Control Outlet Lever Choke Control FIGURE 4 1812 Shown THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER This lever controls the speed of the engine When set in a given position it will maintain a uniform engine speed See figure 3 or 4 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 az This symbol shovvs fast position CHOKE CONTROL The choke control is operated manually Pull knob out to choke engine Push knob in to open choke See figure 3 or 4 SPEED CONTROL The lever is used to select any speed from a standstill N position to eight miles per hour in the forward direction and to four miles per hour in the reverse direction Moving the speed control lever forward provides in creased forward speed and moving the lever rearward provides the reverse speeds Refer to figure 3 or 4 NOTE Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving the tractor as this would cause the speed con trol lever to return to the N
45. to keep the engine from stopping when the throttle lever is moved to the fully retarded SLOW position The engine will then be idling at a fairly high speed and the idle speed screw can be backed out a little at a time until the desired idle speed is obtained 1800 RPM If the engine misses or rolls while backing out the idle speed screw the idle adjustment screw may be ad justed in or out until the engine operates smoothly Speed up the engine for a few seconds then recheck the idle adjustment A slight adjustment in or out will give the smoothest idle A cA Carbon monoxide fumes can be fatal Do not make any adjustments to the carburetor in a confined area such as a storage building Move the tractor outside into the air 15 1810 1811 amp 1812 TRACTORS MA 17387 FIGURE 21 1 Main fuel screw 2 Idle fuel screw 3 Idle speed screw If readjustment becomes necessary stop the engine then turn the MAIN and IDLE fuel adjusting screws all the way in until they bottom lightly Refer to figure 21 Main Fuel Adjustment Preliminary setting turn screw out 2 2 turns Final setting start engine and raise engine speed to max imum governed no load speed Turn screw in just un til 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 th
46. ttings or overspeed the engine When using the vehicle with mower proceed as follows 34 35 36 1 Mow only in daylight or in good artificial ight 2 Never make a cutting height adjustment while engine is running if operator must dismount to do so 3 Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher 4 Check blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at frequent intervals Check grass catcher bags frequently for wear or deterioration For safety protection replace only with new bag meeting original equipment specifications Look behind to make sure the area is clear before placing the transmission in reverse and continue looking behind while backing up 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 To The Ovvner Assembled in this manual are operation lubrication and maintenance instructions for the Cub Cadet 1210 1810 1811 and 1812 Tractors The material has been prepared in detail to help you better understand the cor rect care and efficient operation of your tractor Before you operate the tractor study this manual carefully Ad ditional copies may be ordered from your dealer at a nominal price Your local authorized dealer is int
47. ust and dirt Keep the lubricating gun nozzle clean and wipe dirt from grease fittings before lubricating The symbols in the illustration indicate the method of application and the hourly intervals to apply the lubricant Use a pressure lubricating gun and apply 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease sufficient to flush out the old grease and dirt Lubricate at hourly inter vals indicated on symbols use 2 25 Dipstick use to check engine oil before each LUBRICATION GUIDE Model 1210 Ov i Zi VN sepis yog 4 d epis wupm P o 51 sz an pue ganoy s e io jenu d Hsz 6 wonoq Soo esn yore y uo 26 LUBRICATION GUIDE Models 1810 1811 amp 1812 OPLlP21 ViN sepis yog 4 a epis up ol Les ebueuo qlo ane ua eBueuo sayy o 18429194 sinou 0G pue s nou s 1e eBueuo io jeniuy esn yore y u 27 1 Engine filler cap and dipstick 2 Steering knuckles 2 Both sides 3 Transmission oil filter 4 Front axle pivot bolt Right side 5 Engine oil drain plug 6 Transmission oil level and fill tube 7 Transmission oil filter 8 Transmission oil filter 9 Steering gear housing Center bottom Speed Control Linkage 10 Cam plates M
48. with a new filter Refer to MAINTENANCE Once a year apply two strokes of the lubricator using 251H EP grease or equivalent 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 rame to locate the fitting Once a year apply a small amount of 251H EP grease or equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease in the slots Lubricate the brake pedal shaft and linkage with eight or ten drops of engine oil 29 SPECIFICATIONS 1210 1810 1811 and 1812 CAPACITIES Cub Cadet Cub Cadet Fuel Tank Crankcase Transmission case with Hydro drive unit mounted Steering gear housing HYDROSTATIC DRIVE Speed Forward 0 to 7 5 mph Reverse 0 to 4 mph ENGINE Make and model Kohler electric starting M 12 M 18 Cylinders 1 2 938in 82S in 3 25 in 2 75 in Displacement cubic inches 29 07 42 18 Engine Speed governed Low Speed 1800 RPM 1200 RPM High idle speed no load 3600 RPM full load 3400 RPM 3350 RPM Valve Clearance engine cold 003 006 in intake 017 020 in exh 011 014 in exh Ignition Spark plug gap 1810 1811 amp 1812 Champion RBL 15Y or equivalent 1210 only Champion RH10 or equivalent 035 in gap 025 in gap ELECTRICAL SYSTEM System voltage 12 volt neg ground Battery 1 HPRLU Alternator 15 amp Fuse cartridge type 1 or 2 15 amp
49. y on federal lands A spark arrester muffler is available at your nearest Cub Cadet service dealer 2 with the instructions may result in personal injury A C3 To reduce the potential for any injury comply with the following safety instructions Failure to comply SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDING VEHICLES 1 11 12 13 14 15 Read this owner s manual carefully in its en tirety before attempting to assemble or operate this unit Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts This unit is a precision piece of power equip ment not a plaything Therefore exercise ex treme caution at all times Know the controls and how to stop quickly READ 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 unit 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
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