Cub Cadet Lawn Mower GT 3200 User Guide

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
Series 3000 Tractor — Model GT 3200  
IMPORTANT  
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION  
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be  
used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land un-  
less the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local  
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working  
order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442  
of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws  
apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest  
engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131  
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.  
CUBCADETLLCP.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019 [ www.cubcadet.com]  
FORM NO. 769-04425  
PRINTED IN U.S.A  
Sept. 08  
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Section 2: Important Safe Operation Practices  
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,  
could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and  
follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure  
to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.  
When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!  
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65  
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-  
nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and  
birth defects or other reproductive harm.  
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and  
lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and  
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.  
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation  
practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error  
on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of  
amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following  
safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.  
stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other  
foreign objects which could be picked  
up and thrown by the blade(s). Thrown  
General Operation  
1. Read, understand, and follow all instruc-  
tions on the machine and in the manual(s)  
objects can cause serious personal injury.  
before attempting to assemble and  
7. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid  
discharge of material toward roads, side-  
walks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid  
discharging material against a wall or  
obstruction which may cause discharged  
material to ricochet back toward the  
operator.  
operate. Keep this manual in a safe place  
for future and regular reference and for  
ordering replacement parts.  
2. Be familiar with all controls and their  
proper operation. Know how to stop the  
machine and disengage them quickly.  
ꢀ. Never allow children under 14 years of  
age to operate this machine. Children 14  
and over should read and understand the  
instructions and safe operation practices  
in this manual and on the machine and  
should be trained and supervised by an  
adult.  
ꢁ. Always wear safety glasses or safety  
goggles during operation and while per-  
forming an adjustment or repair to protect  
your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet  
can cause serious injury to the eyes.  
9. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes  
and close-fitting slacks and shirts. Loose  
fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught  
in movable parts. Never operate this  
machine in bare feet or sandals.  
4. Never allow adults to operate this machine  
without proper instruction.  
5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown  
object injury, keep bystanders, helpers,  
children and pets at least 75 feet from  
the machine while it is in operation. Stop  
machine if anyone enters the area.  
10. Be aware of the mower and attachment  
discharge direction and do not point it at  
anyone. Do not operate the mower without  
the discharge cover or entire grass  
catcher in its proper place.  
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the  
equipment is to be used. Remove all  
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11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating  
parts or under the cutting deck. Contact  
with the blade(s) can amputate hands  
and feet.  
25. Disengage all attachment clutches,  
depress the brake pedal completely and  
shift into neutral before attempting to start  
engine.  
12. A missing or damaged discharge cover  
can cause blade contact or thrown object  
injuries.  
26. Your machine is designed to cut normal  
residential grass of a height no more  
than 10”. Do not attempt to mow through  
unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or  
piles of dry leaves. Dry grass or leaves  
may contact the engine exhaust and/or  
build up on the mower deck presenting a  
potential fire hazard.  
1ꢀ. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel  
drives, walks, or roads and while not  
cutting grass.  
14. Watch for traffic when operating near or  
crossing roadways. This machine is not  
intended for use on any public roadway.  
27. Use only accessories and attachments  
approved for this machine by the machine  
manufacturer. Read, understand and  
follow all instructions provided with the  
approved accessory or attachment.  
15. Do not operate the machine while under  
the influence of alcohol or drugs.  
16. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.  
17. Never carry passengers.  
2ꢁ. Data indicates that operators, age 60  
years and above, are involved in a large  
percentage of riding mower-related  
injuries. These operators should evaluate  
their ability to operate the riding mower  
safely enough to protect themselves and  
others from serious injury.  
1ꢁ. Disengage blade(s) before shifting into  
reverse. Back up slowly. Always look  
down and behind before and while back-  
ing to avoid a back-over accident.  
19. Slow down before turning. Operate the  
machine smoothly. Avoid erratic operation  
and excessive speed.  
29. If situations occur which are not covered  
in this manual, use care and good judg-  
ment. Contact your customer service  
representative for assistance.  
20. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake,  
stop engine and wait until the blade(s)  
come to a complete stop before removing  
grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging  
chute, removing any grass or debris, or  
making any adjustments.  
Slope Operation  
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of  
control and tip-over accidents which can result  
in severe injury or death. All slopes require  
extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope  
or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.  
21. Never leave a running machine unat-  
tended. Always turn off blade(s), place  
transmission in neutral, set parking brake,  
stop engine and remove key before  
dismounting.  
For your safety, use the slope gauge included  
as part of this manual to measure slopes  
before operating this machine on a sloped  
or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15  
degrees as shown on the slope gauge, do not  
operate this machine on that area or serious  
injury could result.  
22. Use extra care when loading or unloading  
the machine into a trailer or truck. This  
machine should not be driven up or down  
ramp(s), because the machine could tip  
over, causing serious personal injury. The  
machine must be pushed manually on  
ramp(s) to load or unload properly.  
Do:  
2ꢀ. Muffler and engine become hot and can  
cause a burn. Do not touch.  
1. Mow up and down slopes, not across.  
Exercise extreme caution when changing  
direction on slopes.  
24. Check overhead clearances carefully  
before driving under low hanging tree  
branches, wires, door openings etc.,  
where the operator may be struck or  
pulled from the machine, which could  
result in serious injury.  
2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or  
other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could  
overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide  
obstacles.  
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ꢀ. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough  
speed setting so that you will not have to  
stop or shift while on the slope. Tires may  
lose traction on slopes even though the  
brakes are functioning properly. Always  
keep machine in gear when going down  
slopes to take advantage of engine brak-  
ing action.  
loose control (e.g. tractor may speed up,  
braking and steering ability are reduced,  
attachment may jack-knife and cause  
tractor to overturn).  
Children  
1. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator  
is not alert to the presence of children.  
Children are often attracted to the  
machine and the mowing activity. They  
do not understand the dangers. Never  
assume that children will remain where  
you last saw them.  
4. Follow the manufacturer’s recommenda-  
tions for wheel weights or counterweights  
to improve stability.  
5. Use extra care with grass catchers or  
other attachments. These can change the  
stability of the machine.  
a. Keep children out of the mowing area  
and in watchful care of a responsible  
adult other than the operator.  
6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow  
and gradual. Do not make sudden  
changes in speed or direction. Rapid  
engagement or braking could cause the  
front of the machine to lift and rapidly  
flip over backwards which could cause  
serious injury.  
b. Be alert and turn machine off if a child  
enters the area.  
c. Before and while backing, look behind  
and down for small children.  
d. Never carry children, even with the  
blade(s) shut off. They may fall off and  
be seriously injured or interfere with safe  
machine operation.  
7. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If  
tires lose traction, disengage the blade(s)  
and proceed slowly straight down the  
slope.  
e. Use extreme care when approaching  
blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or  
other objects that may block your vision  
of a child who may run into the path of  
the machine.  
Do Not:  
1. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary;  
then, turn slowly and gradually downhill,  
if possible.  
f. To avoid back-over accidents, always  
disengage the cutting blade(s) before  
shifting into Reverse. If equipped, the  
“Reverse Caution Mode” should not  
be used when children or others are  
around.  
2. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or  
embankments. The mower could suddenly  
turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a  
cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in.  
ꢀ. Do not try to stabilize the machine by  
putting your foot on the ground.  
g. Keep children away from hot or running  
engines. They can suffer burns from a  
hot muffler.  
4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep  
slopes.  
5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced trac-  
tion could cause sliding.  
h. Remove key when machine is unattend-  
ed to prevent unauthorized operation.  
6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.  
Over-speeding may cause the operator  
to lose control of the machine resulting in  
serious injury or death.  
2. Never allow children under 14 years of  
age to operate this machine. Children 14  
and over should read and understand the  
instructions and safe operation practices  
in this manual and on the machine and  
should be trained and supervised by an  
adult.  
7. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments  
(e.g. loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.)  
on slopes greater than 5 degrees. When  
going down hill, the extra weight tends  
to push the tractor and may cause you to  
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Towing  
gine to cool at least two minutes before  
refueling.  
1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch  
designed for towing. Do not attach towed  
equipment except at the hitch point.  
h. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no  
more than ½ inch below bottom of filler  
neck to allow space for fuel expansion.  
2. Follow the manufacturers recommenda-  
tion for weight limits for towed equipment  
and towing on slopes.  
i. Replace gasoline cap and tighten  
securely.  
ꢀ. Never allow children or others in or on  
towed equipment.  
j. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the  
engine and equipment. Move machine  
to another area. Wait 5 minutes before  
starting the engine.  
4. On slopes, the weight of the towed equip-  
ment may cause loss of traction and loss  
of control.  
k. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine  
free of grass, leaves, or other debris  
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and  
remove any fuel soaked debris.  
5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to  
stop.  
6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.  
l. Never store the machine or fuel  
container inside where there is an open  
flame, spark or pilot light as on a water  
heater, space heater, furnace, clothes  
dryer or other gas appliances.  
Service  
Safe Handling of Gasoline:  
1. To avoid personal injury or property dam-  
age use extreme care in handling gaso-  
line. Gasoline is extremely flammable  
and the vapors are explosive. Serious  
personal injury can occur when gasoline  
is spilled on yourself or your clothes which  
can ignite. Wash your skin and change  
clothes immediately.  
m. Allow a machine to cool at least five  
minutes before storing.  
General Service  
1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly  
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains  
carbon monoxide, an odorless, and  
deadly gas.  
a. Use only an approved gasoline  
container.  
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,  
make certain the blade(s) and all moving  
parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark  
plug wire and ground against the engine  
to prevent unintended starting.  
b. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or  
on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic  
liner. Always place containers on the  
ground away from your vehicle before  
filling.  
ꢀ. Periodically check to make sure the  
blades come to complete stop within  
approximately (5) five seconds after oper-  
ating the blade disengagement control. If  
the blades do not stop within the this time  
frame, your machine should be serviced  
professionally by an authorized Cub Cadet  
Service Dealer.  
c. When practical, remove gas-powered  
equipment from the truck or trailer and  
refuel it on the ground. If this is not  
possible, then refuel such equipment on  
a trailer with a portable container, rather  
than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.  
d. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim  
of the fuel tank or container opening at  
all times until fueling is complete. Do not  
use a nozzle lock-open device.  
4. Check brake operation frequently as it is  
subjected to wear during normal opera-  
tion. Adjust and service as required.  
e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes  
and other sources of ignition.  
5. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting  
bolts at frequent intervals for proper  
f. Never fuel machine indoors.  
tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s)  
for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent,  
cracked). Replace the blade(s) with  
g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while  
the engine is hot or running. Allow en-  
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the original equipment manufacturer’s  
(O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this  
manual. “Use of parts which do not meet  
the original equipment specifications  
may lead to improper performance and  
compromise safety!”  
Never tamper with factory setting of engine  
governor.  
Notice Regarding Emissions  
Engines which are certified to comply  
with California and federal EPA emission  
regulations for SORE (Small Off Road  
Equipment) are certified to operate on regular  
unleaded gasoline, and may include the  
following emission control systems: Engine  
Modification (EM) and Three Way Catalyst  
(TWC) if so equipped.  
6. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade  
or wear gloves, and use extra caution  
when servicing them.  
7. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to  
be sure the equipment is in safe working  
condition.  
Spark Arrestor  
ꢁ. Never tamper with the safety interlock  
system or other safety devices. Check  
their proper operation regularly.  
Warning: This machine  
is equipped with an internal  
combustion engine and should  
not be used on or near any  
unimproved forest-covered,  
brush covered or grass-covered  
land unless the engine’s exhaust  
system is equipped with a spark  
arrester meeting applicable local  
or state laws (if any).  
9. After striking a foreign object, stop  
the engine, disconnect the spark plug  
wire(s) and ground against the engine.  
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any  
damage. Repair the damage before start-  
ing and operating.  
10. Never attempt to make adjustments or  
repairs to the machine while the engine is  
running.  
If a spark arrester is used, it should be  
maintained in effective working order by the  
operator. In the State of California the above is  
required by law (Section 4442 of the California  
Public Resources Code). Other states may  
have similar laws. Federal laws apply on  
federal lands.  
A spark arrester for the muffler is available  
through your nearest engine authorized  
service dealer or contact the service  
department, P.O. Box ꢀ611ꢀ1 Cleveland, Ohio  
441ꢀ6-0019.  
11. Grass catcher components and the  
discharge cover are subject to wear and  
damage which could expose moving parts  
or allow objects to be thrown. For safety  
protection, frequently check components  
and replace immediately with original  
equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts  
only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts  
which do not meet the original equipment  
specifications may lead to improper  
performance and compromise safety!”  
12. Do not change the engine governor  
settings or over-speed the engine. The  
governor controls the maximum safe  
operating speed of the engine.  
Average Useful Life  
According to the Consumer Products  
Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S.  
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this  
product has an Average Useful Life of seven  
(7) years, or ꢀ90 hours of operation.  
1ꢀ. Maintain or replace safety and instruction  
labels, as necessary.  
14. Observe proper disposal laws and  
regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the  
environment.  
At the end of the Average Useful Life, buy a  
new machine or have the machine inspected  
annually by an authorized service dealer  
to ensure that all mechanical and safety  
systems are working properly and not worn  
excessively. Failure to do so can result in  
Do Not Modify Engine  
To avoid serious injury or death, do not  
modify engine in any way. Tampering with the  
governor setting can lead to a runaway engine accidents, injuries or death.  
and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds.  
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WARNING: Do not mow on in-  
clines with a slope in excess of 15  
degrees (a rise of approximately  
2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).  
Slope Guide  
Use this page as a guide to determine slopes  
where you may not operate safely. Do not  
operate your tractor on such slopes.  
Operate Garden Tractors up and down slopes,  
never across the face of slopes.  
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SECTION 3: TRACTOR PREPARATION  
Connect the Battery  
Battery posts, terminals and  
• Temporarily install the three previ-  
ously removed screws into the three  
open front seat holes.  
• See Section 8: Adjustments for  
final seat adjustment procedures.  
related accessories contain  
lead and lead compounds.  
Wash hands after handling.  
The tractor is shipped with a sealed  
battery, with the positive battery cable  
factory connected. The negative cable  
must be connected.  
Hinge Brackets  
Rotate  
Note: Make sure the ignition switch is  
in the "OFF" position before attaching  
the battery cable.  
• Open the tractor hood. Remove the  
upper bulkhead baffle from the front  
of the dash panel by lifting upward  
on the locking tab on each side of  
the baffle.  
Loosen Screw  
Remove Screw  
• Remove the protective cap from the  
negative terminal of the battery.  
Deck Front Lift Rod Assembly  
• Connect the black battery cable to  
the negative battery post. Slide  
terminal cover over the connection  
and reinstall the upper baffle.  
For shipping purposes, the deck front  
lift rod assembly has been installed on  
the tractor. Cut the tie strap holding  
the lift rod assembly to the tractor;  
then pull downward on the quick latch  
rod at the front of the tractor to remove  
the lift rod assembly.  
Position the High Back Seat  
For shipping purposes the seat is  
installed sideways. Reposition the seat  
as follows:  
• Remove from the seat the two  
screws NOT fastening the seat to  
the hinge brackets.  
Quick Latch Rod  
• Loosen the RH screw and remove  
the LH screw from the seat and  
hinge bracket.  
• Rotate the rear of the seat to the  
right and align the four front seat  
holes with matching holes in the LH  
and RH hinge brackets.  
Lift Rod Assembly  
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SECTION 4: CONTROLS and FEATURES  
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Low Fuel Indicator Lamp  
Indicator Panel/Hour Meter  
Key Switch Module  
Parking Brake Lever  
PTO Switch  
Brake Pedal  
Reverse Pedal  
Forward Pedal  
12V Power Outlet  
Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Shown)  
Transmission Release Rod  
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Transmission Oil Fill/Dipstick  
Fuel Fill Cap  
Cup Holder  
Hydraulic Lift Lever  
Auxiliary Hydraulic Lever  
Differential Lock Pedal  
Center Height Position Indicator  
Deck Height Adjustment Knob  
Cruise Control Lever  
Throttle Lever  
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* Steering Wheel and Seat Removed For Clarity  
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PTO Engaged Indicator  
NOTE: References to LEFT and  
RIGHT indicate that side of the tractor  
when facing forward while seated in  
the drivers seat. Reference to FRONT  
indicates the grille end of the tractor;  
to REAR, the drawbar end.  
• This indicator illuminates when the  
key switch is turned to the "Start"  
position while the PTO switch is  
pulled outward in the "Engaged"  
position. Check this indicator if the  
engine will not crank with the key  
switch in the "Start" position. If  
necessary, move the PTO switch to  
the "Disengaged" position.  
Steering Wheel  
The steering wheel, centered on the  
dash panel, is used to turn the tractor  
left or right while driving.  
Brake Engaged Indicator  
NOTE: This tractor is equipped with  
hydraulic power steering. With this  
feature, the center of the steering  
wheel may not stay center aligned.  
• This indicator illuminates when the  
key switch is turned to the "Start"  
position and the brake pedal is not  
fully depressed. Check this indicator  
if the engine will not crank with the  
key switch in the "Start" position. If  
necessary, fully depress the brake  
pedal.  
A. Low Fuel Indicator Lamp  
The Low Fuel indicator lamp is on the  
dash panel. This indicator will illumi-  
nate when the tractor is low on fuel.  
Brake Engaged Indicator  
B. Indicator Panel/Hour Meter  
• This indicator illuminates when the  
key switch is turned to the "Start"  
position and the brake pedal is not  
fully depressed. Check this indicator  
if the engine will not crank with the  
key switch in the "Start" position. If  
necessary, fully depress the brake  
pedal.  
The indicator panel/hour meter uses  
indicator lights to display the status of  
various functions of the tractor and  
also records the accumulated hours of  
operation. The Indicator Panel Fea-  
tures are as follows. Refer to Figure 2.  
Oil Pressure Indicator  
• This warning lamp indicates low  
engine oil pressure. If this indicator  
illuminates, stop the tractor immedi-  
ately and check the engine oil level.  
If the oil level is within the operating  
LCD Hour Meter Display  
The hour meter shows the hours  
(tenths of an hour-right most digit) that  
the tractor has been operated.  
range, but the light remains on, con- The hour meter display is activated  
tact your Cub Cadet dealer.  
when the key switch is turned to either  
the “Normal Mowing” or the “Reverse  
Caution Mode” switch positions. When  
the key switch is turned to an on posi-  
tion, the battery indicator light briefly  
illuminates and the battery voltage is  
briefly displayed. The display then  
changes to the accumulated hours.  
NOTE: The oil pressure indicator may  
illuminate when the key switch is  
turned to an on position, but should  
turn off when the engine is started.  
Battery  
Indicator  
Oil  
Pressure  
Indicator  
Hour  
Meter  
PTO  
Parking Brake  
Engaged  
Indicator  
Engaged  
Indicator  
Figure 2  
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NOTE: A record of the actual hours of  
operation should be kept to assure  
maintenance procedures are com-  
pleted according to the schedule in  
this manual.  
lock circuits are activated and the  
blades (PTO) will disengage when  
the tractor is driven in the reverse  
direction.  
Start — Energizes the starter motor  
to crank and start the tractor engine.  
Release the key as soon as the  
engine starts and the key will return  
to “NORMAL MOWING” position.  
The Indicator Monitor will also remind  
the operator of maintenance intervals  
for changing the engine oil. The LCD  
will alternately flash the recorded  
hours, “CHG” and “OIL” for five min-  
utes, after every 50 hours of recorded  
operation elapse. The maintenance  
interval lasts for two hours (from 50-  
52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). The LCD  
will flash as described for five minutes  
every time the tractor’s engine is  
started during this maintenance inter-  
val. Follow the oil change intervals  
specified in the Maintenance section  
of this Manual and the engine manual.  
To prevent accidental start-  
ing, remove the key from the  
key switch when the tractor  
is not in use.  
Reverse Push Button — The orange/  
triangular button at the top/right corner  
of the key switch module activates the  
system which allows the tractor’s  
blades (PTO) to remain engaged  
when the tractor is driven in the  
reverse direction. The key must be  
turned to the “REVERSE CAUTION  
MODE” and the operator must be in  
the tractor seat prior to depressing the  
button to activate the system.  
C. Key Switch Module  
The key switch module consist of a  
four position key switch, the “Reverse  
Push Button”, and a red indicator light.  
Refer to Figure 3.  
The Red Indicator Light at the top/left  
corner of the key switch module  
comes “ON” to alert the operator that  
the key has been turned to the  
“Reverse Caution Mode” position, the  
“Reverse Push Button” has been  
depressed, and that the blades will  
remain engaged when the machine is  
driven in reverse.  
The four key positions of key switch  
module (Refer to Figure 3) and their  
functions are as follows:  
Stop — Stops the tractor engine  
and shuts down the tractor’s  
electrical circuits.  
Reverse Caution Mode — This  
position allows the machine to be  
operated in reverse with the blades  
(PTO) engaged.  
IMPORTANT: Mowing in reverse is  
not recommended.  
Normal Mowing — The normal  
operating position. All safety inter-  
Indicator Light  
Reverse Push  
Button  
Key in Start  
Position  
Key in Stop  
Position  
Key in Normal  
Mowing Mode  
Key in Reverse  
Caution Mode  
Figure 3  
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D. Parking Brake Lever  
H. Forward Pedal  
Figure 4  
The parking brake lever is located to  
the right of the steering wheel in the  
dash panel. With the brake pedal  
depressed fully, push the parking  
brake lever downward and release the  
brake pedal to lock the parking brake.  
Figure 7  
The forward control pedal is located  
on the right running board below the  
brake pedal. Slowly press down on the  
pedal to start moving forward. The  
forward ground speed of the tractor is  
directly affected by the distance the  
pedal is depressed.  
E. PTO Switch  
The PTO switch is located on the  
lower/right side the dash panel. Pull  
the knob outward to engage the PTO  
I. 12V Power Outlet  
clutch. Push the  
knob inward to  
The 12V power outlet is located on the  
front/right surface of the fender, below  
the seat. It is used for the convenience  
of plugging in accessories that require  
a power source with a maximum load  
of 5 amps at 12 volts.  
disengage the PTO clutch.  
F. Brake Pedal  
Figure 5  
J. Seat Adjustment Lever  
The seat adjustment lever is located  
below the seat. This lever is used to  
adjust the seat forward or backward.  
The brake pedal is located at the front  
of the right running board above the  
forward and reverse pedals. Depress  
to stop the tractor and disengage the  
cruise control. Fully depress the brake  
pedal to activate the safety interlock  
switch when starting the tractor.  
K. Transmission Release Rod  
The transmission release rod is  
located at the back of the tractor in the  
draw bar. This rod, when engaged,  
allows the tractor to be pushed short  
distances by hand.  
G. Reverse Pedal  
To disengage the transmission, pull  
back on the rod until its locking flange  
is visible outside the drawbar, then  
lower the rod into the slot and release.  
To reengage the transmission, pull  
Figure 6  
WARNING: Always look back on the rod, lift out of the slot and  
down and behind before and  
while backing. Do not oper-  
ate the tractor when children  
or others are around. Stop  
the tractor immediately if  
someone enters the area.  
release.  
L. Transmission Oil Fill/Dipstick  
The transmission oil fill/dipstick is  
located at the back of the tractor in the  
rear draw bar. The handle of the  
transmission oil dipstick serves as  
the fill tube plug and should fit snugly  
in the fill tube.  
The reverse control pedal is located  
below the brake pedal. Depress the  
pedal to move in reverse.  
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M. Fuel Fill Cap  
The fuel fill cap is located on the  
fender to the left of the seat.  
RAISE  
LOWER  
N. Cup Holder  
The cup holder is located on the  
fender to the left of the seat.  
O. Hydraulic Lift Lever  
The hydraulic lift lever is located on  
the fender to the left of the seat. This  
lever is used to operate the tractor’s  
center lift system.  
Height  
Adjustment  
Knob  
Figure 8  
P. Auxiliary Hydraulic Lever  
Each full rotation of the adjustment  
knob equals approximately a 1/4 inch  
adjustment in the deck height setting,  
and there are four detent positions per  
rotation.  
The auxiliary hydraulic lever is located  
on the left fender. Use this lever to  
control attachments connected to the  
auxiliary hydraulic outlets.  
Q. Differential Lock Pedal  
Always use the tractor lift system to  
raise the deck before turning the  
adjustment knob.  
Located at the front of the left running  
board. Depressing the diff. lock pedal  
engages the transmission differential  
lock, which improves traction at the rear  
wheels when operating on uneven ter-  
rain or in slippery conditions. NOTE:  
Use care when engaging the differen-  
tial lock on manicured turf where turns  
are required. Damage to the turf could  
occur.  
T. Cruise Control Lever  
Figure 9  
Depressing the brake pedal also actu-  
ates the diff. lock pedal. Make certain  
the diff. lock disengages when the  
brake pedal is released.  
The cruise control lever is located to  
the left of the steering wheel. Push the  
cruise control lever downward while  
traveling at the desired forward speed  
to engage the cruise control.  
R. Center Lift Height Indicator  
The center lift height indicator is  
located in the left running board. This  
indicator shows the operator the  
relative height position of the hydraulic  
center lift system. The lower number  
indicates a lower setting.  
U. Throttle Lever  
This symbol shows the fast  
position.  
This symbol shows the slow  
position  
S. Deck Height Adjustment Knob  
The deck height adjustment knob is  
located on the left running board (See  
Figure 8). Use this knob to set and  
hold your desired downstop position  
for the mower deck.  
The throttle lever is located to the left of  
the steering wheel in the throttle/choke  
lever pod. When set in a given position,  
the throttle lever will maintain a uniform  
engine speed. Push the lever forward to  
increase the engine speed.  
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V. Choke Lever  
IMPORTANT: When using power  
take-off operated equipment, best  
performance is achieved with the  
throttle lever in the “FAST” position.  
The choke lever is located to the left of  
the steering wheel in the throttle/choke  
lever pod. Push the lever forward to  
close the engine choke plate.  
SECTION 5: OPERATION  
Safety Interlock Switches  
toms occur, use gasoline with a lower  
percentage of these blends. Do not  
use gasoline which contains Methanol  
or other alcohol blends. For best  
results use only clean, fresh,  
unleaded gasoline with an octane rat-  
ing of 87 or higher. Purchase fuel in a  
quantity that can be used within 30  
days to assure fuel freshness. Do not  
use gasoline left over from the previ-  
ous season to minimize gum deposits  
in the fuel system. Leaded gasoline is  
NOT RECOMMENDED and must not  
be used where exhaust emissions are  
regulated.  
This tractor is equipped with a safety  
interlock system for the protection of  
the operator. If the interlock system  
should ever malfunction, do not  
operate the tractor. Contact your  
authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. The  
safety interlock system prevents the  
engine from cranking or starting  
unless the brake pedal is fully  
depressed, and the PTO is “OFF”.  
• The safety interlock system will  
automatically shut off the engine if  
the operator leaves the seat before  
engaging the brake lock.  
• The safety interlock system will auto-  
matically shut off the engine if the  
operator leaves the seat with the PTO  
“ON”, regardless of whether the brake  
lock is engaged. The PTO switch  
must be “OFF” to restart the engine.  
Do not fill the fuel tank when the  
engine is running or while the engine  
is hot. Tighten the fuel cap securely.  
Unscrew the fuel cap and fill the fuel  
tank from an approved gasoline  
container.  
With key switch in “NORMAL  
MOWING” position: The safety  
interlock system will automatically  
shut off the PTO if the reverse  
control pedal is depressed with the  
PTO “ON”. To re-engage the PTO,  
release the reverse control pedal,  
push the PTO switch inward to the  
“OFF” position, then pull the PTO  
switch outward to engage the PTO.  
Starting The Engine  
• Operator must be sitting in the  
tractor seat.  
• Push choke lever to the full choke  
position. Less choking may be  
necessary due to variations in  
temperature, grade of fuel, etc. Little  
or no choking will be needed when  
the engine is warm.  
• Place the throttle midway between  
the “SLOW” and “FAST” position.  
Fueling The Tractor  
NOTE: Some fuels, called oxygen-  
ated or reformulated gasolines, are • Make sure the PTO switch is in the  
“OFF” position.  
gasoline blended with alcohols or  
ethers. Gasolines blended with either  
ethyl alcohol (Max. 10%) or methyl ter-  
tiary butyl ether (MTBE, Max. 15%)  
are approved as fuels for this engine.  
If any undesirable operating symp-  
• Fully depress the brake pedal.  
• Turn the ignition key clockwise to  
the “START” position and release it  
as soon as the engine starts.  
However, do not crank the engine  
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continuously for more than 10 motion. Use the brake pedal to bring the  
tractor to a stop before depressing either  
the forward or reverse control pedal.  
seconds at a time. If the engine  
does not start within this time, turn  
the key to “STOP” and wait a minute  
to allow the engine’s starter motor to  
cool. Try again after waiting.  
• To move forward, slowly depress  
the forward control pedal until the  
desired speed is achieved.  
• After the engine starts, slowly  
release the brake pedal. As the  
engine warms up, gradually pull the  
choke lever all the way back. Do not  
use the choke to enrich the fuel  
mixture, except when necessary to  
start the engine.  
• To move in reverse, check that the  
area behind is clear then slowly  
depress the reverse control pedal.  
Always look down and behind  
before and while backing up.  
Setting The Cruise Control  
NOTE: The cruise control feature  
can only be operated in the forward  
direction.  
Stopping The Engine  
NOTE: Remove the key from the  
ignition switch to prevent accidental  
starting or battery discharge if the  
equipment is left unattended.  
• Slowly depress the forward control  
pedal until the desired speed is  
achieved.  
• Lightly push the cruise control lever  
downward.  
• While continuing to hold the cruise  
lever down, lift your foot from the  
forward control pedal (you should  
feel the cruise latch engage).  
• Place the PTO switch in the “OFF”  
position. Place the throttle control  
lever between the “MID” and “FAST”  
positions. Then turn the ignition key  
to the “STOP” position and remove  
the key from the ignition switch.  
• If properly engaged, the cruise lever  
and forward control pedal should  
lock in the down position, and the  
tractor will maintain the same  
forward speed.  
Driving The Tractor  
WARNING: Avoid sudden  
starts, excessive speed and  
sudden stops.  
• Disengage the cruise control using  
one of the following methods:  
- Depress the brake pedal to  
disengage the cruise control  
and stop the tractor.  
WARNING: Do not leave  
the seat of the tractor with-  
out disengaging the PTO  
and engaging the parking  
brake. If leaving the tractor  
unattended, turn the ignition  
key off and remove key.  
- Lightly depress the forward control  
pedal.  
NOTE: Although not recommended,  
depressing the reverse pedal will also  
disengage the cruise control.  
• Depress the brake pedal to release  
the parking brake and let the pedal  
up. Move the throttle lever to the  
position where the engine operates  
best for the load to be handled  
(normally full throttle).  
To change to the reverse direction  
when operating with cruise control,  
depress the brake pedal to disengage  
the cruise control and stop the tractor;  
then depress the reverse control pedal.  
NOTE: Do not use the forward or  
reverse control pedals to change the  
direction of travel when the tractor is in  
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Driving On Slopes  
Auxiliary Hydraulics  
The tractor auxiliary hydraulic circuit  
consists of two hydraulic outlets with  
male and female quick connect cou-  
plers. The outlets are located beneath  
the front of the left running board, and  
are normally used for connecting the  
optional Hydraulic Front Hitch Kit.  
Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page  
8 to help determine slopes where you  
may not operate safely.  
WARNING: Do not mow  
on inclines with a slope in  
excess of 15 degrees (a rise  
of approximately 2-1/2 feet  
every 10 feet). The tractor  
could overturn and cause  
serious injury.  
The auxiliary hydraulic lever on the left  
fender controls the oil flow through the  
auxiliary hydraulic circuit. The engine  
must be running to utilize the auxiliary  
hydraulic system. The lever is nor-  
mally used to raise and lower the front  
hitch. If correctly installed, pushing the  
lever forward (downward) will lower  
the front hitch and pulling the lever  
rearward (upward) will raise it.  
Operate the tractor up and down  
slopes, never across slopes. Do not  
drive so that the tractor may tip over  
sideways  
Before operating the tractor on a  
slope, walk the slope to look for possi-  
ble hazards such as rocks, mounds,  
stumps, or surface irregularities which  
could cause the tractor to be upset.  
Back the tractor with attachment 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.  
Always refer to the manual of the spe-  
cific attachment for the correct con-  
nection and operating instructions.  
Opening Tool Box  
A tool box and manual pouch is  
located under the seat. To access this  
area, pivot the seat forward.  
Engaging The PTO  
• Move throttle control lever to ap-  
proximately the mid throttle position.  
• Pull the PTO switch to the “RUN”  
position.  
• Advance the throttle lever to the  
operating speed (full engine speed).  
• The operator must remain in the  
tractor seat at all times. If the  
operator should leave the seat  
without turning off the PTO switch,  
the tractor’s engine will shut off.  
With key switch in “NORMAL  
MOWING” position ONLY: The  
PTO clutch cannot be operated  
when the tractor is driven in the  
reverse direction. In the “NORMAL  
MOWING” position, the PTO clutch  
will automatically disengage when  
the reverse pedal is depressed. To  
re-engage the PTO clutch, release  
the reverse control pedal, move the  
PTO switch to the “OFF” position,  
then again pull the switch to the  
“RUN” position.  
Avoid turns when driving on a slope. If  
a turn must be made, turn down the  
slope. Turning up a slope greatly  
increases the chance of a roll over.  
Avoid stopping when driving up a  
slope. If it is necessary to stop while  
driving up a slope, start up smoothly  
and carefully to reduce the possibility  
of flipping the tractor over backward.  
Stopping The Tractor  
Fully depress the brake pedal to bring  
the tractor to a complete stop, engage  
the parking brake, disengage the  
PTO, turn the ignition switch to  
“STOP’” and remove the key from the  
switch before dismounting.  
Using the Hydraulic Lift System  
To raise an attachment using the  
hydraulic lift system, the engine must  
be running. Generally, an attachment  
can be lowered with the engine  
running or off. Push the hydraulic lift  
lever forward to lower an attachment  
or pull the hydraulic lift lever back to  
raise an attachment.  
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Using the REVERSE CAUTION  
MODE key position  
(Yellow) position of the key switch  
module. Refer to Figure 10.  
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE  
position of the key switch module allows  
the machine to be operated in reverse  
with the blades (PTO) engaged.  
3. Depress the REVERSE PUSH  
BUTTON  
(Orange/Triangular  
Button) at the top/right corner of  
the key switch module. The red  
indicator light at the top/left corner  
of the key switch module will be  
“ON” while activated. Refer to  
Figure 10.  
IMPORTANT: Mowing in reverse is  
not recommended.  
Use extreme caution while  
operating the tractor in the  
“Reverse Caution Mode”.  
Always look down and  
behind before and while  
backing. Do not operate the  
tractor when children or oth-  
ers are around. Stop the  
tractor immediately if some-  
one enters the area.  
4. Once activated (indicator light  
“ON”), the tractor can be driven in  
reverse with the cutting blades  
(PTO) engaged.  
5. Always look down and behind  
before and while backing to make  
sure no children are around.  
6. After resuming forward motion,  
return the key to the NORMAL  
MOWING position.  
To use the REVERSE CAUTION  
MODE, proceed as follows:  
IMPORTANT: The operator MUST be  
seated in the tractor seat.  
IMPORTANT: The REVERSE CAUTION  
MODE will remain activated until:  
1. Start the engine as previously  
instructed in this Operator’s  
Manual.  
The key switch is turned to either  
the NORMAL MOWING or STOP  
position.  
2. Turn the key from the NORMAL  
MOWING (Green) position to the  
REVERSE CAUTION MODE  
• The operator leaves the seat.  
Follow the previous instructions to  
re-activate.  
KEY SWITCH MODULE  
Step 4 - Indicator  
Light comes “ON”  
to alert operator  
of activation  
Step 3 - Depress  
Reverse Push  
Button to activate  
Turn  
Key  
Step 2 - Turn  
Key to Reverse  
Caution Mode  
position  
Step 1 - Start engine,  
release key, key  
returns to Normal  
Mowing position  
Figure 10  
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Engaging Differential Lock  
Fully depress the diff. lock pedal to  
IMPORTANT: Do not engage the  
mower deck when lowered in grass.  
lock the transmission differential and Premature wear and possible failure of  
provide constant power to both rear  
wheels when increased traction is  
needed. Release the diff. lock pedal  
when extra traction is not needed.  
Depressing the brake pedal also  
actuates the diff. lock pedal, resulting in  
optimal braking action.  
the ‘V” belts and PTO clutch will result.  
Fully raise the deck or move to a non  
grassy area before engaging the  
mower deck.  
This tractor can be equipped with one  
of Cub Cadet’s high quality mowing  
decks. The following information will  
be helpful when using a Cub Cadet  
mowing deck with your tractor.  
NOTE: Because of the load on the  
internal  
engagement  
mechanism,  
releasing the diff. lock pedal may not  
always disengage the differential lock.  
It may be necessary to slow the trac-  
For best results it is recommended that  
the first two laps be cut with the dis-  
tor, or reverse the direction of travel, to charge thrown towards the center. After  
disengage the differential lock.  
the first two laps, reverse the direction to  
throw the discharge to the outside for  
the balance of cutting. This will give a  
better appearance to the lawn.  
Using The Drawbar  
Drawbar equipment must be hitched to  
the tractor only at the hitch hole. See  
Figure 11.  
Do not cut the grass too short, as the  
mower will tend to scalp the grass.  
Short grass invites weed growth and  
yellows quickly in dry weather.  
Mowing should be done with the  
engine at full throttle. Do not mow at  
high ground speed.  
During certain times of the year and  
under some conditions, the mower  
may leave streaks of uncut grass.  
Hitch Hole  
Drawbar  
Streaking may occur when attempting  
to mow heavy weeds and tall grass.  
Under these conditions it may be  
necessary to go back over the cut area  
a second time to get a clean cut.  
Figure 11  
Mowing  
WARNING: To avoid possi-  
ble injury, never direct the  
discharge of material toward  
bystanders or allow anyone  
near the machine while in op-  
eration. Although the area  
has been supposedly cleared  
of foreign objects, small ob-  
jects may be picked up and  
discharged by the mower.  
The following practices will help  
eliminate streaking:  
• Mow the area more often so the  
grass doesn’t get too tall and heavy.  
• Operate the tractor at full throttle  
and slower forward speeds.  
• Keep the blades sharp and replace  
the blades when worn.  
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SECTION 6: ADJUSTMENTS and MAINTENANCE  
Seat Adjustment  
Brake Inspection and Adjustment  
During normal operation, the tractor  
brake is subject to minimal wear. How-  
ever, the brake should be periodically  
tested, and adjusted if necessary.  
WARNING: Do not adjust  
the seat when the tractor is  
moving, as this could cause  
the operator to lose control  
of the tractor.  
Checking the Brake.  
For the comfort of the operator, the  
tractor is equipped with an easy to  
operate adjustable seat. There are  
also three seat mounting positions to  
provide additional adjustment.  
To adjust the seat forward or back,  
slide the seat adjustment lever to the  
left; reposition the seat to your most  
comfortable position; and release the  
seat adjustment lever. See Figure 12.  
Place the tractor on a firm and level  
surface. Stop the engine and remove  
the ignition key.  
Pull and lock the transmission release  
rod in the “Transmission Released”  
position. Perform the following checks:  
NOTE: The tractor may be difficult to  
push because of the hydro transmis-  
sion’s braking action.  
• Engage the parking brake. If the  
tractor can be pushed forward or  
rearward, the braking force must be  
increased.  
Seat  
Adjustment  
Lever  
• Release the Parking Brake Lever. If  
the tractor cannot be pushed  
forward or rearward, the braking  
force must be decreased.  
Turning Radius Adjustment  
This tractor is equipped with hydraulic  
power steering which is set at the  
factory. The turning radius should be  
equal for both left and right hand  
turns. If adjustment is necessary  
please contact your authorized Cub  
Cadet dealer.  
Figure 12  
If additional adjustment is desired, flip  
the seat forward, remove the four  
screws fastening the seat, and re-  
mount the seat on the hinge brackets  
as follows (See Figure 13):  
Accessing Engine Compartment  
The engine compartment can be  
accessed by raising the hood as  
follows:  
Seat  
Rearward  
• Lift the hood straight upward at the  
recessed notches of the side panels  
to disengage the internal hood latch.  
• Carefully pivot the hood forward to  
open.  
Seat Hinge  
Seat  
Bracket  
Forward  
To close the hood:  
Figure 13  
• Carefully pivot the hood rearward to  
lower.  
• Seat forward-use front two holes.  
• Seat middle-use middle two holes.  
• Seat rearward-use rear two holes  
• Push down on the front of the hood  
to engage the internal hood latch.  
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If greater access is required, the  
tractor is equipped with quick release  
side panels. Remove the quick release  
side panels as follows (See Figure 16):  
side panel from the slots of the  
grille/side panel mounting strip.  
To reinstall the side panels:  
• Insert the side panel front tabs into  
the slots of the grille/side panel  
mounting strip.  
• Swing the rear of the side panel  
inward and align so that the tabs of  
the quick release fasteners go  
through the side panel slots.  
• Open the hood by lifting upward at  
the side panel notches on each side  
of the tractor.  
• Flip the tab of the two quick release  
fasteners up and turn to align with the  
slots in side panels.  
• Pull the quick release fastener tabs  
slightly outward and rotate 1/4 turn  
(perpendicular to slot) to lock the  
side panels in place. Flip the fas-  
tener tabs down and close hood.  
• Swing the rear of the side panel out  
and away from the tractor.  
• Slide the side panel rearward to  
disengage the two front tabs of the  
Quick Fasteners  
Lift Hood Here  
Turn  
Flip up  
Figure 14  
Checking Transmission Oil Level  
NOTE: Check the oil level only while  
the engine is stopped and the tractor  
is level.  
then fully reinserted before being  
withdrawn again for a true reading.  
Dipstick Reading  
F
Check the oil level of the transmission  
case before each use to see that it is  
filled to the correct level. Before  
checking the transmission oil level,  
Operating  
Range  
Transmission  
Oil Fill Tube/  
Dipstick  
A
clean  
the  
area  
around  
the  
Transmission Oil Fill/Dipstick to  
prevent debris from entering the  
transmission case. Always keep the oil  
level between the “FULL” and the  
“ADD” marks on the dipstick. When  
checking the oil level, the dipstick  
must be withdrawn and wiped clean,  
Figure 15  
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Tire Inflation  
battery. A fully charged battery will  
store longer in cold temperatures  
than hot.  
• Recharge the battery before return-  
ing to service. Although the tractor  
may start, the engine charging sys-  
tem may not fully recharge the  
battery.  
Keep the tires inflated to the  
recommended pressure. Improper  
inflation will affect tire life and operator  
comfort, and also could affect the level  
of the mower deck and quality of cut.  
See the tire side wall for proper  
inflation range.  
Ensure that the valve caps are  
securely tightened in place to prevent  
air loss and to protect the valve core.  
Lubrication  
Important Information: The service  
life and reliability of any machine  
depends upon the care it is given.  
Proper lubrication is a very important  
part of that care. The maintenance  
schedule reflects the minimal require-  
ments to maintain the equipment.  
More frequent inspections and mainte-  
nance is preferable.  
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.  
Battery Maintenance  
The battery is filled with battery acid  
and then sealed at the factory.  
However, even a “maintenance free”  
battery requires some maintenance to  
ensure its proper life cycle.  
Using the lubrication illustration as a  
guide, make certain that all lubrication  
fittings are installed and functioning.  
Be sure all fittings are free from dirt  
and paint so the lubricant is certain to  
enter the bearing.  
• Spray the terminals and exposed  
wire with a battery terminal sealer,  
or coat the terminals with a thin coat  
of grease or petroleum jelly, to  
protect against corrosion.  
Using  
a
pressure lubricating gun,  
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 lubrication fittings should  
be oiled regularly with a good grade of  
lubricating oil.  
Always lubricate the tractor thoroughly  
before taking it to a remote location for  
a prolonged period of time.  
Lubricant is cheap. Use plenty of it.  
Worn parts can be expensive to  
replace.  
• Always keep the cables and termi-  
nals clean and free of corrosion.  
• Always keep the terminal covers in  
place over the battery terminals.  
• Avoid tipping. Even a sealed battery  
will leak electrolyte when tipped.  
Battery Storage  
• When storing the tractor for  
extended periods, disconnect the  
negative battery cable. It is not  
necessary to remove the battery.  
• All batteries discharge during stor-  
age. Keep the exterior of the battery  
clean, especially the top. A dirty bat-  
tery will discharge more rapidly.  
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 the grease fittings  
before lubricating.  
• The battery must be stored with a  
full charge. A discharged battery  
can freeze sooner than a charged  
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Maintenance Chart  
Operation to  
be performed  
Grease front wheel bearings  
Grease L/R steering knuckles  
Grease front pivot axle  
Check engine oil level  
Change engine oil and filter  
Check spark plug condition  
Check transmission oil level  
Change transmission oil filter  
Change transmission oil  
Check air cleaner & housing  
Clean & re-oil foam air  
pre-cleaner  
††  
Change air cleaner  
paper cartridge  
More often under dusty conditions  
†† Clean every 25 hours or more often under dusty or dirty conditions  
NOTE: With the exception of utilizing the deck wash feature on the mower deck,  
we do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean  
your tractor. Water may cause damage to electrical components; spindles;  
pulleys; bearings; or the engine.  
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Lubrication Illustration  
Cub Cadet 251H EP Grease  
or equivalent No. 2 lithium grease  
Engine Oil: See Figure 27 on page 34  
Transmission Oil - Cub Cadet Drive  
System Fluid Plus - ONLY  
Oil Can (High quality lubricating oil)  
Figure 16  
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SECTION 7: SERVICE  
General Battery Information  
The battery is located under the dash  
panel in the frame pedestal.  
To remove the battery:  
WARNING  
• Open the tractor hood by lifting it at  
the notches in the side panels.  
• Battery posts, terminals and related  
accessories contain lead and lead  
compounds. Wash hands after  
handling.  
• Remove the upper bulkhead baffle  
from the front of the dash panel by  
lifting upward on the baffle locking tab  
on each side.  
• Should battery acid accidentally  
splatter into the eyes or onto the  
skin, rinse the affected area  
immediately with clean cold water. If  
there is any further discomfort, 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.  
• Pull the upper end of the rubber  
battery strap rearward to unhook it  
from the tab on the pedestal.  
• Loosen the negative battery cable  
clamp, disconnect the negative cable,  
and move the cable away from the  
battery. Disconnect the positive lead  
from the battery in the same manner.  
• Carefully lift the battery up and out  
of the tractor.  
• NEVER connect (or disconnect)  
battery charger clips to the battery  
while the charger is turned on, as it  
can cause sparks.  
Install the battery by repeating the  
above steps in the reverse order.  
• Keep all sources of ignition (ciga-  
rettes, matches, lighters) away from  
the battery. The hydrogen gas gen-  
erated during charging can be  
combustible.  
IMPORTANT: Always connect the  
positive lead to the battery before  
connecting the negative lead.  
Charging the Battery  
Test and, if necessary, recharge the  
battery after the tractor has been  
stored for a period of time.  
• As a further precaution, only charge  
the battery in a well ventilated area.  
Always shield eyes and protect skin  
and clothing when working near  
batteries.  
• A voltmeter or load tester should  
read 12.6 volts (DC) or higher  
across the battery terminals.  
WARNING: Batteries contain  
sulfuric acid and may emit  
explosive gases. Use extreme  
caution when handling bat-  
teries. Keep batteries out of  
the reach of children.  
• Charge the battery with a 12-volt  
battery charger at a MAXIMUM rate  
of 10 amps.  
Voltmeter State of  
Reading Charge  
Charging  
Time  
12.7  
12.4  
12.2  
12.0  
100%  
75%  
50%  
25%  
Full Charge  
90 Min.  
180 Min.  
280 Min.  
Battery Removal  
WARNING: Battery posts,  
terminals and related acces-  
sories contain lead and lead  
compounds. Wash hands  
after handling.  
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Headlight Bulb Replacement  
Replace headlight bulbs as follows:  
(See Figure 17)  
Adding Transmission Oil  
WARNING: The fluid for your  
transmission has been spe-  
cially formulated to ensure  
the safe and proper opera-  
tion of your tractor. Add Cub  
Cadet Drive System Fluid  
Plus ONLY. Do not use any  
other fluid.  
1. After noting which wire connects  
to each terminal, unplug the wire  
harness leads from the headlight  
socket terminals.  
2. Rotate the socket assembly as  
follows to remove from the  
reflector housing:  
WARNING: Never overfill the  
transmission case. Damage  
may result if the oil level in the  
transmission case is below  
the “ADD” mark or over the  
“FULL” mark of the dipstick.  
Socket Tab  
Terminals  
For best results, fill to the “FULL” mark  
on the dipstick as opposed to adding a  
given quantity of oil. Always check the  
level on the dipstick before adding  
more oil. Refer to Figure 15.  
Socket  
Reflector Housing  
Refer to the Lubrication Illustration for  
information regarding the proper type  
of oil to add to the transmission case.  
See the Specifications Chart for the  
quantity required.  
Reflector Notch  
Figure 17  
• Place the tractor on a level surface  
and engage the parking brake. Stop  
the engine and remove the ignition  
key.  
• Left headlight — approximately 1/  
4 turn counterclockwise.  
• Right headlight — approximately  
1/4 turn clockwise.  
• Clean the area around the  
Transmission Oil Fill/Dipstick to  
prevent debris from entering the  
transmission case.  
3. Push the bulb inward and turn  
counterclockwise to remove from  
the socket.  
4. Align the post of the bulb base  
with the notch in the socket, then  
push the bulb inward and turn  
clockwise to lock  
• Remove the dipstick from the oil fill  
tube and SLOWLY pour oil into the  
oil fill tube. Fill the transmission  
case until the oil level reaches the  
“FULL” mark on the dipstick.  
5. With the terminals pointing  
upward, align the tab of the  
socket with the notch of the  
reflector. Push the socket inward  
and turn as follows to lock:  
• Reinstall the dipstick securely into  
the oil fill tube.  
WARNING: The oil fill plug/  
dipstick must be installed  
securely into the fill tube at  
all times when the engine is  
operating.  
• Left headlight-1/4 turn clockwise.  
• Right headlight-1/4 turn counter-  
clockwise.  
6. Connect the wire harness leads to  
the appropriate socket terminals.  
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Changing Transmission Oil  
WARNING: The fluid for your  
Oil Filter  
transmission has been spe-  
cially formulated to ensure  
the safe and proper opera-  
tion of your tractor. When  
changing the transmission  
fluid replace it with Cub  
Cadet Drive System Fluid  
Plus ONLY. Failure to use  
Cub Cadet Drive System  
Fluid Plus may result in a fail-  
ure of the drive system which  
could result in property dam-  
age or personal injury. Do  
not use any other fluid  
Transmission  
Drain Plug  
Figure 18  
• Clean around the base of the trans-  
mission oil filter and remove the  
filter by turning it counterclockwise.  
• Apply a light coating of clean trans-  
mission oil to the gasket of the new  
filter. Install the filter by turning it  
clockwise, by hand, until the gasket  
contacts the filter base on the trans-  
mission housing; then tighten the  
filter an additional 1/2 turn.  
See to the Maintenance Chart for the  
frequency of service and the Specifi-  
cations Chart for the quantity required.  
NOTE: Do not reuse the transmission  
oil. Contaminated transmission oil can  
damage the hydro transmission.  
• Clean the area around the  
Transmission Oil Fill/Dipstick to  
prevent debris from entering the  
transmission case.  
Please dispose of used oil  
at appropriate recycling  
centers.  
• Remove the dipstick and slowly  
pour oil into the oil fill tube. Fill the  
transmission case until the oil level  
reaches the “Full” mark on dipstick.  
• Place the tractor on a level surface  
and engage the parking brake. Stop  
the tractor’s engine and remove the  
ignition key.  
• Reinstall the dipstick securely into  
the oil fill tube.  
• Start the engine and allow it to run  
for a few minutes. Shut the engine  
off, then check for leaks and  
recheck the oil level in the  
transmission case.  
• Remove any center attachments.  
• Clean the area around the transmis-  
sion drain plug to prevent debris  
from entering the transmission case.  
Remove the drain plug and allow  
the transmission oil to drain into a  
clean container having a capacity of  
more than 5 quarts. Reinstall the  
drain plug. Refer to Figure 18.  
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Electrical Box  
Front Wheel Alignment  
Note: The left-hand ball joint is left-  
hand threaded.  
The electrical box contains the relay  
and fuses. Refer to Figure 19 for the  
electrical box layout. The electrical box  
is located under the upper air baffle in  
front of the dash panel. To access the  
electrical box:  
The front wheels should toe-in approx-  
imately 1/8 inch. Measure distances A  
and B. A should be approximately 1/8  
inch less than B. See Figure 21.  
• Raise the hood of the tractor  
• Locate the locking tabs on the left  
and right side of the upper air baffle.  
B
• Pull up on the locking tabs on each  
side of the upper air baffle, and  
remove the upper air baffle from the  
lower air baffle. Lift the upper air  
baffle from the tractor.  
Front  
• Lift the locking tab and remove the  
cover from the electrical box.  
A
Figure 21  
5 Amp  
Fuses  
To adjust toe-in, loosen left and right  
ball joint jam nuts. Refer to Figure 22.  
Turn the tie rod in or out of the ball  
joints as required to attain proper  
adjustment. Tighten the jam nuts  
against the ball joints.  
25Amp  
Fuses  
Relay  
Figure 19  
Steering Axle  
Hex Lock Nut  
Fuse  
Fuses are installed to protect the trac-  
tor’s electrical system from damage  
caused by excessive amperage.  
Always use the same capacity fuse for  
replacement. Refer to the Specifica-  
tions Chart. If the electrical system  
does not function, check the fuses.  
To replace a fuse, note the position of  
the fuse and pull the old fuse from the  
electrical box.  
Tie Rod  
Hex Jam Nut  
Ball Joint  
Figure 22  
Adjusting the Brake.  
Compare the suspect fuse with Figure  
20 to determine if is good or bad.  
Remove the rear drawbar from the  
frame by removing the four hex tapp  
screws. NOTE: The oil fill tube/dipstick  
will be pulled from the transmission  
housing. Plug or cover the hole in the  
transmission to prevent dirt or debris  
from entering.  
GOOD  
BAD  
From beneath the right/rear side of the  
tractor frame, secure the hex shaped  
flange of the brake rod (located just  
behind the brake link) to prevent the  
rod from turning (Refer to Figure 23).  
Figure 20  
Install the new fuse in the position  
from which the old fuse was removed.  
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From just above the right axle carrier, The oil filter should be changed at  
inside the right frame rail, slowly turn  
the hex nylon lock nut at the end of  
the brake rod as follows to adjust the  
brake (Refer to Figure 23):  
• Turn the nylon lock nut clockwise to  
increase the braking force.  
every oil change interval. The filters  
can be obtained through your Cub  
Cadet dealer. Refer the engine opera-  
tor’s manual, or the condensed engine  
information in the next section of this  
manual, for information regarding the  
frequency of required oil changes and  
• Turn the nylon lock nut counter-  
clockwise to decrease the braking the quantity of oil needed. To drain the  
force.  
engine oil, proceed as follows:  
• Run the engine for a short time to  
warm the engine oil. The oil will flow  
more freely and carry away more  
impurities Use care to avoid burns  
from hot oil.  
Brake Link  
Brake Assembly  
(On Transmission)  
• Locate the oil drain port and filter on  
the left side of the engine.  
Brake Rod  
Brake Shaft  
Assembly  
• Pop open the protective cap on the  
end of the oil drain valve to expose  
the drain port. See Figure 24.  
Remove the dipstick from its tube.  
Hex Shaped  
Flange  
Oil Filter  
Hex Nylon  
Lock Nut  
VIEWED FROM ABOVE - FENDER  
AND RUNNING BOARD REMOVED  
Figure 23  
Recheck the brake adjustment to  
ensure proper operation, and readjust  
as necessary. If brake adjustment  
does not correct the problem, see your  
authorized Cub Cadet dealer.  
While guiding the transmission release  
rod through keyhole and the oil fill  
tube/dipstick into the transmission,  
reinstall the rear drawbar on the  
frame. Secure with the four hex tapp  
screws.  
Oil Drain  
Valve  
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter  
Figure 24  
Warning! If the engine has  
been recently run, the en-  
gine, muffler and surround-  
ing metal surfaces will be  
hot and can cause burns to  
the skin. Exercise caution  
to avoid burns.  
• Push the oil drain hose (packed with  
this manual) onto the oil drain port.  
Route the opposite end of the hose  
into an appropriate oil collection  
container with at least a 2.5 quart  
capacity, to collect the used oil.  
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• Pinch in the lock tabs on the oil  
drain valve, then pull the drain port  
outward to begin draining oil. Refer  
to Figure 24.  
• Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel  
and run the engine for 2-3 min-  
utes to get stabilized fuel into the  
carburetor.  
• After the oil has finished draining, 2. If emptying the fuel system:  
push the end of the oil drain valve  
• Near end of the season, monitor  
back in, until the tabs click into  
fuel consumption with the goal of  
place. Re-cap the end of the oil  
running the fuel tank to empty.  
drain valve to keep debris from  
• If a large volume of fuel is left  
entering the drain port.  
over, remove the fuel cap and  
• Replace the oil filter, and refill the  
siphon the bulk of any leftover  
engine with new oil as instructed in  
fuel into an approved container.  
the Kohler Owner’s Manual.  
• Run the engine until it starts to  
falter, then use the choke to keep  
the engine running until all fuel in  
the carburetor has been ex-  
hausted.  
Off-Season Storage  
If the machine is to be inoperative for  
a period longer than 30 days, the fol-  
lowing procedures are recommended:  
3. Perform the following procedures  
before storing the machine.  
WARNING: Never store the  
tractor with fuel in the tank,  
indoors or in poorly venti-  
lated enclosures where fuel  
fumes may reach an open  
flame, spark or pilot light  
(e.g.: furnace, water heater,  
clothes dryer, etc.).  
• Remove the spark plugs and pour  
one (1) ounce of engine oil  
through the spark plug holes into  
the cylinders. Install the spark  
plugs but do not connect the plug  
wires. Crank the engine two or  
three revolutions to distribute the  
oil.  
WARNING: Fuel left in the  
fuel tank deteriorates and  
will cause serious starting  
problems.  
• Clean the engine and the entire  
tractor thoroughly.  
To prevent gum deposits from forming  
inside the engine’s carburetor and  
causing possible malfunction of the  
engine, the fuel system must be either  
completely emptied, or the gasoline  
must be treated with a stabilizer to  
prevent deterioration.  
• Lubricate all lubrication points.  
• Prepare the battery for storage.  
• Protect the tires and seat from  
sunlight. Regularly check the tires  
for proper inflation.  
NOTE: With the exception of utilizing  
the deck wash feature on the mower  
decks, we do not recommend the use  
of a pressure washer or garden hose  
to clean your tractor. Water may  
cause damage to electrical compo-  
nents; pulleys; bearings; or the  
engine.  
1. If using a fuel stabilizer:  
• Read the product manufacturer’s  
instructions and recommendations.  
• Add to clean, fresh gasoline the  
correct amount of stabilizer for the  
capacity of the fuel system.  
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SECTION 8: ENGINE INFORMATION  
KOHLER CO.  
FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
SMALL OFF-ROAD EQUIPMENT ENGINES  
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and  
Kohler Co. are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your  
off-road equipment engine. For California, small off-road engines produced in 1995 and later must be  
designed, built and equipped to meet the state’s stringent anti-smog standards. In other states, 1997 and  
later model year engines must be designed, built and equipped, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for  
small non-road engines. The engine must be free from defects in materials and workmanship which  
cause it to fail to conform with U.S. EPA standards for the first two years of engine use from the date of  
sale to the ultimate purchaser. Kohler Co. must warrant the emission control system on the engine for the  
period of time listed above, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance.  
The emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system, the  
ignition system, and catalytic converter. Also included are the hoses, belts and connectors and other  
emission related assemblies.  
Where a warrantable condition exists, Kohler Co. will repair the engine at no cost, including diagnosis  
(if the diagnostic work is performed at an authorized dealer), parts and labor.  
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE  
Small off-road engines produced in 1995 or later are warranted for two years in California. In other  
states, 1997 and later model year engines are warranted for two years. If any emission related part on  
the engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Kohler Co. free of charge.  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES  
(a) The engine owner is responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the  
owner’s manual. Kohler Co. recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on the  
engine. But Kohler Co. cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to  
assure that all scheduled maintenance was performed.  
(b) Be aware, however, that Kohler Co. may deny warranty coverage if the engine or a part has failed  
due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.  
(c) For warranty repairs, the engine must be presented to a Kohler Co. service center as soon as a  
names of the nearest service centers. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable  
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.  
If you have any questions regarding warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact Kohler Co.  
at 1-920-457-4441 and ask for an Engine Service representative.  
COVERAGE  
Kohler Co. warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the engine will be  
designed, built and equipped, at the same time of sale, to meet all applicable regulations. Kohler Co.  
also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser, that the engine is free from  
defects in material and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform with applicable  
regulations for a period of two years.  
Small off-road engines produced in 1995 or later are warranted for to years in California. For 1997 and  
later model years, EPA requires manufacturers to warrant engines for two years in all other states.  
These warranty periods will be begin on the date the engine is purchased by the initial purchaser. If any  
emission related part on the engine is defective, Kohler Co. will replace the part at no cost to the  
owner. Kohler Co. is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a war-  
ranted part still under warranty.  
Kohler Co. shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized Kohler Co. engine dealer or warranty  
station. Warranty repair work done at an authorized dealer or warranty station shall be free of charge to  
the owner if such work determines that a warranted part is defective.  
Listed below are the parts covered by the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty.  
Some parts listed below may require scheduled maintenance and are warranted up to the first  
scheduled replacement point for that part. The warranted parts are:  
Oxygen sensors (if equipped)  
Intake Manifold (if equipped)  
Gaseous fuel regulator (if equipped)  
Electronic control unit (if equipped)  
Carburetor or fuel injection system  
Fuel lines (if equipped)  
Air filter, fuel filter, and spark plugs (only to first  
scheduled replacement point equipped)  
Exhaust Manifold (if equipped)  
Catalytic muffler (if equipped)  
Fuel metering valve (if equipped)  
Spark advance module (if equipped)  
Ignition module(s) with high tension lead  
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LIMITATIONS  
This Emission Control System Warranty shall not cover any of the following:  
(a) repair or replacement required because of misuse or neglect, improper maintenance, repairs  
improperly performed or replacement not conforming to Kohler Co. specifications that adversely  
affect performance and/or durability, and alterations or modifications not recommended or  
approved in writing by Kohler Co.,  
(b) replacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at  
and after the first scheduled replacement point,  
(c) consequential damages such as loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of the engine or  
equipment, etc.,  
(d) diagnosis and inspection fees that do not result in eligible warranty service being performed, and  
(e) any add-on or modified part, or malfunction of authorized parts due to the use of add-on or  
modified parts.  
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS REQUIREMENTS  
The owner is responsible for the proper use and maintenance of the engine. Kohler Co. recommends  
that all receipts and records covering the performance of regular maintenance be retained in case  
questions arise. If the engine is resold during the warranty period, the maintenance records should be  
transferred to each subsequent owner. Kohler Co. reserves the right to deny warranty coverage if the  
engine has not been properly maintained; however, Kohler Co. may not deny warranty repairs solely  
because of the lack of repair maintenance or failure to keep maintenance records.  
Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be per-  
formed by any repair establishment or individual; however, warranty repair must be performed by a  
Kohler authorized service center. Any replacement part or service that is equivalent in performance  
and durability may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce the warranty  
obligations of the engine manufacturer.  
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Before checking the oil level, clean the  
area around the oil level dipstick to  
prevent debris from entering the  
crankcase. Refer to Figure 26. Always  
keep the oil level between the “FULL”  
and the “ADD” marks on the dipstick.  
See Figure 25.  
Cleaning The Engine  
This tractor has an air-cooled engine.  
Air must be able to circulate freely  
around the engine through the fly-  
wheel screen, through the cooling  
shrouds and over the fins of the  
cylinder head and cylinder block. Keep  
these areas free of accumulated dirt  
and debris or the engine will overheat;  
possibly causing extensive engine  
damage. Regularly clean the inside of  
the side panels, dash intake screen  
and grille to ensure adequate cooling.  
If debris has accumulated inside the  
cooling shrouds, the blower housing  
and cooling shrouds should be  
removed and the cooling fins cleaned.  
F
Full  
Operating  
Range  
Add  
A
Figure 25  
When checking the oil level, the  
engine must be cold, the dipstick must  
be withdrawn and wiped clean, then  
inserted all the way into the tube  
before being withdrawn for a true  
reading.  
WARNING: This machine is  
designed to cool properly with  
the side panels in place. Oper-  
ating without the panels could  
cause premature accumula-  
tion of dirt and debris on the  
engine, resulting in inade-  
quate cooling.  
Check the oil level only while the  
engine is stopped and the tractor is  
level.  
WARNING: Keep the muffler  
area clean. Before running the  
engine, clean the muffler area  
to remove all combustible  
debris. Inspect the muffler  
area often when mowing  
during the Fall season.  
Adding Engine Oil  
WARNING: Never overfill the  
crankcase. The engine may  
overheat and/or damage may  
result if the crankcase is  
below the “ADD” mark or  
over the “FULL” mark on the  
dipstick. For best results, fill  
to the “FULL” mark on the  
dipstick as opposed to add-  
ing a given quantity of oil.  
Always check the level on  
the dipstick before adding  
more oil.  
Checking Engine Oil Level  
Before each use, the oil level of the  
engine crankcase to see that it is filled  
to the correct level. Close monitoring  
of the oil level during the first 10 hours  
of operation of the engine is especially  
important and the oil level should be  
checked EVERY HOUR during the  
first five hours of operation.  
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Changing Engine Oil  
WARNING: If the tractor has  
Dipstick  
Oil Fill Cap  
recently been operated, the  
engine and surrounding  
areas may be hot. Use cau-  
tion not to burn yourself  
when working around the  
engine.  
See Replacement Parts for the cor-  
rect oil filter part number. Refer to the  
below viscosity chart for the proper  
type of oil to use.  
Above +32° F SAE 10W30  
Figure 26  
Below +32° F SAE 5W20  
SAE 5W30  
Refer to Figure 27 for information  
regarding the proper type of oil to add  
to the crankcase.  
Figure 27  
• Place the tractor on a level surface NOTE: A length of flexible tubing is  
and engage the parking brake. Stop  
the tractor engine and remove the  
ignition key.  
• Clean the area around the oil filler  
cap to prevent debris from entering  
the crankcase. Refer to Figure 26.  
supplied with the tractor and should be  
used to drain the engine oil.  
• Place the tractor on a level surface  
and engage the parking brake. Stop  
the tractor engine and remove the  
ignition key.  
• Remove the oil filler cap from the  
left valve cover and SLOWLY pour  
in oil. Fill the crankcase until the oil  
level reaches the “FULL” mark on  
the dipstick. Refer to Figure 25.  
• Clean around the base of the oil  
filter, the oil filler cap, and the  
dipstick tube to prevent debris from  
entering the crankcase. See Figure  
24 and Figure 26.  
• Reinstall the oil filler cap and turn to  
the right to tighten securely in the  
valve cover.  
• Refer to Changing the Engine Oil  
and Filter on pages 29-30 for  
instructions on draining the engine  
oil.  
• Remove the filter by turning it coun-  
terclockwise using an automotive  
type filter wrench to loosen.  
• Allow the old oil to completely drain  
from the engine crankcase into the  
container below. Close the drain  
valve.  
WARNING: The oil filler cap  
must be tightened securely  
into the valve cover at all  
times when the engine is  
operating. Severe engine  
damage could result from  
failure to do so.  
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• Remove the flexible tubing from the  
drain valve. Clean the tubing and  
store in a safe place for future use.  
Changing Fuel Filter  
WARNING: Do not replace  
fuel filter when engine is hot.  
• Clean the drain valve and push the  
plastic dust cap onto the valve.  
The engine is equipped with an in-line  
fuel filter. Visually inspect the filter  
periodically for a build-up of residue  
inside the filter body, and for a dirty  
element which can be indicated by  
discoloration. Replace the fuel filter  
when dirty.  
• Turn the replacement filter open end  
up and pour new oil into the filter  
through the threaded center hole.  
Fill to the bottom of the threads,  
then wait a minute or two to allow  
the oil to be absorbed into the filter  
material.  
Changing Air Cleaner  
• Apply a light coating of clean oil on  
the gasket of the new oil filter.  
Thread the filter on by hand until the  
gasket contacts the oil filter adapter,  
then tighten the oil filter an  
additional 2/3 to 1 turn.  
Check the air cleaner daily or before  
starting the engine. Check for loose or  
damaged components and check the  
condition of the filter element. Remove  
any buildup of dirt and debris in the air  
cleaner housing.  
• Refill the crankcase with the  
appropriate quantity and type of oil.  
See Figure 28 for assembly of the Air  
cleaner elements.  
• Check oil level and make sure that  
oil filler cap, dipstick and drain valve  
are in place and closed.  
Air Cleaner  
Cover w/Knob  
Sparkplugs  
Element Cover  
Wing Nut  
WARNING: To avoid possi-  
ble injury, be sure the en-  
gine is off and has cooled  
before making any adjust-  
ments or repairs.  
Element Cover  
Rubber Seal  
Foam  
Precleaner  
Remove all dirt from around the spark  
plug before removing.  
Paper Element  
Use a spark plug wrench to remove  
the spark plugs.  
Check the gap after every 100 hours  
of operation.  
Air Cleaner Base  
Replace a defective plug with a new  
plug. Set the spark plug gap at .030  
inch. Tighten the plug to 18-22 ft-lbs.  
See your authorized dealer for the  
correct replacement plug.  
Figure 28  
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WARNING: Operating the • Clean the area around the element  
engine with loose or dam-  
aged air cleaner components  
will allow unfiltered air into  
the carburetor, causing ex-  
tensive wear and eventual  
failure of the engine.  
to prevent debris from getting into  
the engine when the element is  
removed.  
• Loosen and remove the element  
cover wing nut.  
• Remove the air filter element and  
element cover by lifting straight up.  
Servicing The Precleaner  
• Do not wash the paper element or  
use pressurized air, as this will  
damage the element. Replace a  
dirty, bent or damaged element.  
Handle new elements carefully; do  
not use if the sealing surfaces are  
bent or damaged.  
• When servicing the air cleaner,  
check the air cleaner base. Make  
sure it is secured and not bent or  
damaged. Check the element cover  
plate for damage or improper fit.  
Also check the rubber seal for  
damage or deterioration. Replace all  
damaged air cleaner components.  
Wash and re-oil the foam precleaner  
more often under extremely dusty or  
dirty conditions. Refer to Figure 28.  
• Loosen the aircleaner cover knob  
and remove the cover.  
• Remove the foam precleaner by  
sliding it up off the paper element.  
• Wash the precleaner in warm water  
with detergent. Rinse the precleaner  
thoroughly until all traces of the  
detergent are eliminated. Squeeze  
out (do not wring) excess water in a  
dry cloth. Allow the precleaner to air  
dry.  
• Saturate the foam precleaner with • Reinstall the paper element, foam  
new engine oil. Squeeze out all  
excess oil in a dry cloth.  
precleaner, cover plate and element  
cover wing nut.  
• Reinstall the foam precleaner over  
the paper element.  
• Reinstall the air cleaner cover and  
tighten the retaining knob to secure.  
• Reinstall the air cleaner cover and  
tighten the retaining knob to secure.  
IMPORTANT: Properly maintained air  
cleaner  
elements  
significantly  
contribute to prolonging engine life.  
Servicing The Paper Element  
Inspect and replace the paper element  
as necessary. Refer to Figure 28.  
• Loosen the air cleaner cover knob  
and remove the cover.  
Servicing Oil Cooler  
Inspect and clean the oil cooler,  
located next to the oil filter, after every  
100 hours of operation.  
• Remove the foam precleaner by  
sliding it up off the paper element.  
Clean debris from the fins of the oil  
cooler with a brush or compressed air.  
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SECTION 9: TROUBLE SHOOTING  
Possible Cause  
Possible Remedy  
Hard To Start  
No fuel in fuel tank or carburetor  
Fuel line or carburetor clogged  
Fill the tank with fuel. Check the fuel line, car-  
buretor and fuel filter.  
Clean the fuel line and carburetor with a com-  
mercial carburetor cleaner.  
Replace  
Fuel filter plugged  
Water in fuel  
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor. Use new  
fuel and dry the sparks plugs.  
Choked improperly. Flooded engine  
Defective ignition or loose wiring  
Defective battery  
Follow the starting instructions.  
Check the wiring, spark plugs or fuse.  
Check and service. Refer to “BATTERY.”  
Spark plug dirty or improperly gapped  
Clean, adjust the gap to .030-inch or replace  
the plug.  
Engine Operates Irregularly or Knocks  
Engine incorrectly timed  
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 rises due to fuel in the crankcase  
Air filter becomes oil and fuel soaked  
Engine leaks oil  
See your authorized dealer.  
Clean, reset the gap or replace  
Check the spark plugs and wiring.  
See your authorized dealer.  
Drain and use a good grade of clean fuel.  
Refer to “MAINTENANCE.”  
See your authorized dealer.  
See your authorized dealer.  
See your authorized dealer.  
See your authorized dealer.  
See your authorized dealer.  
See your authorized dealer.  
See your authorized dealer.  
Misfiring  
Other engine problems  
Excessive oil in air cleaner  
Fully seat oil dipstick, tighten oil fill cap,  
squeeze excess oil out of the pre-cleaner.  
PTO Clutch Will Not Engage  
Reverse pedal is partially depressed  
Depress brake pedal.  
Vacuum actuator not energized  
Check PTO switch and connections, check  
for worn or broken wiring.  
Vacuum leak  
Check vacuum lines.  
Lack of Power  
Air cleaner clogged  
Service the air cleaner element. Refer to  
MAINTENANCE.”  
Engine overload  
Reduce the load.  
Engine overheated  
Make sure the air intake screen, shrouding,  
engine fins, side panels, dash intake screen  
and grille are free of accumulated dirt and  
debris. Refer to “MAINTENANCE.”  
Fuel tank air vent clogged  
Remove obstruction from the vent in the fuel  
tank cap.  
Air leakage between carburetor and engine Remove air cleaner. Tighten the carburetor  
and manifold mounting hardware. Replace  
any damaged parts as indicated in “MAINTE-  
NANCE.”  
Incorrect timing or faulty ignition  
See your authorized dealer.  
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Possible Cause  
Brake dragging  
Possible Remedy  
Adjust the brakes. Refer to “ADJUST-  
MENTS.”  
Insufficient cooling air-dirt or debris clogging Keep the air intake area, side panels, grille,  
air intake screen • shrouds • cooling fins •  
side panels • dash intake screen • or grille  
Oil level incorrect  
dash intake screen and cooling fins clean.  
Refer to “MAINTENANCE.”  
Engine oil level must not be over the “FULL”  
mark or below the “ADD” mark on dipstick.  
Refer to “MAINTENANCE.”  
SECTION 10: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT  
The following attachments and accessories are compatible with your Cub Cadet tractor.  
See your Cub Cadet dealer for information regarding price and availability.  
Description  
Model Number  
44" Mower Deck  
54" Mower Deck  
50" Mower Deck  
60" Mower Deck  
190-209-100  
190-295-100  
190-394-100  
190-291-100  
190-171-100  
Mechanical Angling Kit (1)  
Hydraulic Angling Kit (1)  
190-288-100  
Front Hitch System  
190-414-100  
190-212-100  
190-217B-100  
190-367-100  
190-284-100  
190-352-100  
190-353-100  
Grass Collection System (44" Deck)  
Grass Collection System (48" Deck)  
Grass Collection System (190-295 54" Deck Only)  
Grass Collection System (190-394 Deck Only)  
54 Inch Blade (2)  
Snow Thrower (1)  
3 Point Hitch  
190-207-100  
190-004-100  
Hydraulic Tiller (3)  
Mulch Kit for 50" Deck  
Mulch Kit for 54" Deck  
10 Cu. Ft. Poly Cart  
18 Cu. Ft. Steel Cart  
Broadcast Spreader, Tow Behind  
48" Lawn Dethatcher, Tow Behind  
48" Lawn Spike Aerator, Tow Behind  
48" Lawn Plug Aerator, Tow Behind  
42" Lawn Sweeper, Tow Behind  
25 Gallon Sprayer, Tow Behind  
48" Lawn Roller  
190-193-100  
590-507-100  
19A-106-100  
19A-102-100  
19A-105-100  
19A-107-100  
19A-109-100  
19A-108-100  
19A-103-100  
19A-104-100  
19A-113-100  
(1) Requires front hitch system 190-414-100.  
(2) Requires front hitch system 190-414-100. Can use optional Mechanical  
Angling Kit 190-171-100 or Hydraulic Angling Kit 190-288-100.  
(3) Requires 3 point hitch 190-207-100  
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SECTION 11: SPECIFICATIONS  
Engine  
Manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kohler  
Horsepower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 (Command)  
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air  
Fast Idle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3600  
Slow Idle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200  
Displacement (cubic inches) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.0  
Compression Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.0:1  
Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RC12YC (Champion or equivalent)  
Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cartridge  
Crank Case Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9 qt.  
Electrical System  
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flywheel-Alternator  
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Amp Regulated  
Battery Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lead Acid  
Battery Cold Cranking Amps at 0° F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 435  
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery  
Fuses (auto type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 amp  
Battery Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Volts  
Fuel System  
Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5  
Type of Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unleaded  
Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . In-line  
Drive Train  
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydrostatic  
Transmission Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus  
Transmission Oil Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 Qts.  
Tires  
Front (inches) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 x 7.5 - 8  
Rear (inches) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 x 10.5 - 12  
Dimensions and Weight  
Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.5 in.  
Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72.25 in.  
Overall Width (w/o Attachments) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 in.  
Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43.6 in.  
Weight (w/o Mower Deck) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx. 803 lbs.  
Turning Radius . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 in.  
Ground Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 in.  
Brakes  
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . External Disk  
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foot Actuated - Hand Locked  
PTO Clutch  
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-Vac System  
Attachment Lift System  
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydraulic  
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SECTION 12: Replacement Parts  
Description  
Part Number  
Engine Oil  
737-3030A (10W30)  
737-3049 (5W30)  
Air Filter  
CARTRIDGE  
Order  
KH-24-883-03-S1  
Air Filter Assembly  
FOAM  
PRE-CLEANER  
Engine Oil Filter  
KH-12-050-01-S  
759-3336  
Spark Plug  
Cub Cadet Drive  
System Fluid Plus  
Transmission Oil  
737-3120 - Quart  
737-3121 - Gallon  
Transmission Oil Filter  
923-3014  
Mower Deck  
Blades  
44” Deck -759-3939 (3)  
54” Deck -759-3820 (3)  
50” Deck -759-04047 (3)  
60” Deck -759-3809 (3)  
Mower Deck Belts  
44” Deck - 954-3098  
54” Deck - 954-0197  
50” Deck - 954-0295  
60” Deck - 954-3093  
954-3084  
618-3129C  
PTO Belt (set of 2)  
Deck Spindles  
Ignition Key  
Solenoid  
725-2054A  
KH-25-435-06-S  
KH-24-050-10-S  
Fuel Filter  
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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS  
The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain  
the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2007 lawn mower. In California,  
new lawn mower must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-  
smog standards. MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower  
for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper  
maintenance of your lawn mower.  
Your EECS may include parts such as the carburetor, fuel-injection system, the ignition  
system, catalytic converter, fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel caps, valves, canisters, filters, vapor  
hoses, clamps, connectors, and other associated emission-related components.  
Where a warrantable condition exists, MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your lawn  
mower at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.  
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:  
This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years. If any evaporative  
emission-related part on your equipment is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by  
MTD Consumer Group Inc.  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:  
As the lawn mower owner, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance  
listed in your owner’s manual. MTD Consumer Group Inc recommends that you retain all  
receipts covering maintenance on your lawn mower, but MTD Consumer Group Inc cannot  
deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts.  
As the lawn mower owner, you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc  
may deny you warranty coverage if your lawn mower or a part has failed due to abuse,  
neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.  
You are responsible for presenting your lawn mower to MTD Consumer Group Inc’s  
distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists. The warranty repairs  
should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a  
question regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact the MTD Consumer Group  
Inc Service Department at 1-800-800-7310.  
GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:  
MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent  
purchaser that the lawn mower is: Designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all  
applicable regulations; and free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the  
failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material respects to that part as described in  
MTD Consumer Group Inc’s application for certification.  
The warranty period begins on the date the lawn mower is delivered to an ultimate  
purchaser or first placed into service. The warranty period is two years.  
Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emission-  
related parts is as follows:  
1. Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in  
the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the warranty period stated above. If the  
part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by  
MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or  
replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period.  
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2. Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instruc-  
tions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above. Any such part repaired  
or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.  
3. Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the  
written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the first scheduled  
replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement, the  
part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection  
(4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the  
remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part.  
4. Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must  
be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner.  
5. Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided  
at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines or  
equipment.  
6. The lawn mower owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associ-  
ated with diagnosis of a defective, emission-related warranted part, provided that such  
diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.  
7. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment compo-  
nents proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part.  
8. Throughout the lawn mower warranty period stated above, MTD Consumer Group Inc  
will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for  
such parts.  
9. Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or  
repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner. Such use will not reduce the  
warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc.  
10. Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be  
used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts by the ultimate purchaser  
will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims. MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be  
liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non-exempted add-on  
or modified part.  
WARRANTED PARTS:  
The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage  
may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates  
that the lawn mower has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such  
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or  
replacement of the part. That notwithstanding, any adjustment of a component that has a  
factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for war-  
ranty coverage. The following emission warranty parts list are covered: Fuel Line, Fuel Line  
Clampst cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part. That notwithstanding, any  
adjustment of a component that has a factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment  
limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage. The following emission warranty parts  
list are covered: Fuel Line, Fuel Line Clamps  
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CUB CADET LLC  
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR  
SERIES 3000TRACTORS  
IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty cover-  
of original sale or lease. Any replacement  
battery will be warranted only for the remain-  
der of the original warranty period.  
age owner must present an original proof of  
purchase and applicable maintenance re-  
cords to the servicing dealer. Please see the  
operator’s manual for information on required  
maintenance and service intervals.  
Frame, Front Axle and Drive Shaft — Cub  
Cadet warrants the frame, front cast iron  
pivot axle and drive shaft against defects in  
material and workmanship for a period of  
five (5) years or 500 hours, whichever occurs  
first, commencing on the date of original  
purchase or lease.  
The limited warranty set forth below is given  
by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new  
merchandise purchased or leased and used  
in the United States and/or its territories and  
possessions, and by MTD Products Limited  
with respect to new merchandise purchased  
or leased and used in Canada and/or its  
territories and possessions (either entity  
respectively, Cub Cadet”).  
Attachments — Cub Cadet warrants attach-  
ments for this product against defects in  
material and workmanship for a period of two  
(2) years, commencing on the date of the  
attachment’s original purchase or lease. At-  
tachments include, but are not limited to items  
such as: grass collectors and mulch kits.  
Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding  
its Normal Wear Parts, Batteries, Frame,  
Front Axle and Drive Shaft and Attachments  
as described below) against defects in mate-  
rial and workmanship for a period of three  
(3) years or one hundred eighty (180) opera-  
tion hours, whichever comes first, commenc-  
ing on the date of original retail purchase or  
lease and will, at its option, repair or replace,  
free of charge, any part found to be defective  
in materials or workmanship.  
This limited warranty shall only apply if this  
product has been operated and maintained  
in accordance with the Operator’s Manual  
furnished with the product, and has not been  
subject to misuse, abuse, neglect, accident,  
improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism,  
theft, fire, water, or damage because of other  
peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting  
from the installation or use of any part, ac-  
cessory or attachment not approved by Cub  
Cadet for use with the product(s) covered by  
this manual will void your warranty as to any  
resulting damage. In addition, Cub Cadet  
may deny warranty coverage if the hour me-  
Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free  
from defects in material and workmanship  
for a period of thirty (30) days from the date  
of original purchase or lease. Normal wear  
parts include, but are not limited to items  
such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass ter, or any part thereof, is altered, modified,  
bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires.  
disconnected or otherwise tampered with.  
Batteries have a one-year prorated limited  
warranty against defects in material and  
workmanship, with 100% replacement during  
the first three months. After three months,  
the battery replacement credit is based on  
the months remaining in the twelve (12)  
month period dating back to the original date  
HOWTO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty  
service is available, WITH PROOF OF PUR-  
CHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE  
RECORDS, through your local authorized  
service dealer.To locate the dealer in your  
area:  
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In the U.S.A.:  
given by any person or entity, includ-  
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Ca- ing a dealer or retailer, with respect to  
det LLC at P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio any product, shall bind Cub Cadet. The  
44136-0019, call 1-877-282- 8684 or log on  
exclusive remedy is repair or replace-  
ment of the product as set forth above.  
The terms of this warranty provide the  
sole and exclusive remedy arising from  
the sale and/or lease of the products  
covered hereby. Cub Cadet shall not be  
liable for any incidental or consequential  
loss or damage including, without limita-  
tion, expenses incurred for substitute or  
replacement lawn care services or for  
rental expenses to temporarily replace a  
warranted product.  
In Canada:  
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener,  
ON N2G 4J1, call 1-800-668-1238 or log on  
Without limiting the foregoing, this limited  
warranty does not provide coverage in the  
following cases:  
a. Routine maintenance items such as  
lubricants, filters, blade sharpening,  
tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch  
adjustments, deck adjustments, and  
normal deterioration of the exterior finish  
due to use or exposure.  
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion  
or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, or limitations on how long an im-  
plied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions  
or limitations may not apply to you.  
b. Service completed by someone other  
than an authorized service dealer.  
c. Cub Cadet does not extend any  
warranty for products sold or exported  
outside of the United States and/or  
Canada, and their respective posses-  
sions and territories, except those  
sold through Cub Cadet’s authorized  
channels of export distribution.  
In no event shall recovery of any kind be  
greater than the amount of the purchase  
price of the product sold. Alteration of  
safety features of the product shall void  
this warranty. You assume the risk and  
liability for loss, damage, or injury to you  
and your property and/or to others and their  
property arising out of the misuse or inability  
to use the product.  
d. Replacement parts and\or accessories  
that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts.  
e. Transportation charges and service  
calls.  
This limited warranty shall not extend to  
anyone other than the original purchaser or  
to the person for whom it was purchased as  
a gift.  
There are no implied warranties, including  
without limitation any implied warranty of  
merchantability or fitness for a particular  
purpose. No warranties shall apply after  
the applicable period of express written  
warranty above. No other express war-  
ranties beyond those mentioned above,  
HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATETOTHIS  
WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives you  
specific legal rights, and you may also have  
other rights that vary in different jurisdictions.  
Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019, Phone: 1-877-282-8684  
MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238  
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