OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Automatic Transmission Lawn Tractor
Models 1170
1180
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
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 unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or con-
tact the service department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
CUB CADET CORP. P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 770-10249B
(9/99)
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SECTION 4: 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 YOUR LAWN MOWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL,
HEED ITS WARNING.
WARNING:
The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DANGER: Your lawn mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation 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 lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
1. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always
turn off blade(s), place transmission in neutral, set
park brake, stop engine and remove key before
dismounting.
operator’s manual and on the machine before
starting. Keep this manual in a safe place for future
and regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.
• Turn off blade(s) when not mowing.
• Only allow responsible individuals familiar with the
instructions to operate the machine. Know controls
and how to stop the machine quickly.
• Stop engine and wait until blade(s) comes to a
complete stop before (a) removing grass catcher or
unclogging chute, or (b) making any repairs,
adjusting or removing any grass or debris.
• Do not put hands or feet under cutting deck or near
rotating parts.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,
etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the
blade. A small object may have been overlooked
and could be accidentally thrown by the mower in
any direction and cause injury to you or a
bystander. To help avoid a thrown objects injury,
keep children, bystanders and helpers at least 75
feet from the mower while it is in operation. Always
wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation or while performing an adjustment or
repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects. Stop
the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks or
roads.
• Do not operate the machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck. This unit should not
be driven up or down a ramp onto a trailer or truck
under power, because the unit could tip over,
causing serious personal injury. The unit must be
pushed manually on a ramp to load or unload
properly.
• Never make a cutting height adjustment while
engine is running if operator must dismount to do
so.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-
fitting slacks and shirts. Do not wear loose fitting
clothes or jewelry. They can be caught in moving
parts. Never operate a unit in bare feet, sandals, or
sneakers.
• Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse and
backing up. Always look down and behind before
and while backing.
• Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not
operate the mower without either the entire grass
catcher or the chute guard in place.
• Check overhead clearance carefully before driving
under power lines, wires, bridges or low hanging
tree branches, before entering or leaving buildings,
or in any other situation where the operator may be
struck or pulled from the unit, which could result in
serious injury.
• Slow down before turning. Operate the machine
smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive
speed.
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• Disengage all attachment clutches, thoroughly
depress the brake pedal, and shift into neutral
before attempting to start engine.
3. CHILDREN
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. Never assume that chil-
dren will remain where you last saw them.
• Your mower 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. Debris may build up
on the mower deck or contact the engine exhaust
presenting a potential fire hazard.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and in
watchful care of an adult other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the
area.
• Before and when backing, look behind and down
for small children.
2. 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.
• Never carry children, even with the blades off. They
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with
the safe machine operation.
For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of
this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on
a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15° as
shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this unit on that
area or serious injury could result.
• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
the machine. Children 14 years and over should
only operate machine under close parental
supervision and proper instruction.
• Remove key when machine is unattended to
prevent unauthorized operation.
DO:
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure
your vision of a child or other hazard.
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain
could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
4. SERVICE
• Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive.
• Use slow speed. Always keep machine in gear
when going down slopes to take advantage of
engine braking action.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes
before refueling.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for
wheel weights or counterweights to improve
stability.
• Replace fuel cap securely and wipe off any spilled
fuel before starting the engine as it may cause a
fire or explosion.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or other
attachments. These can change the stability of the
machine.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
• 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.
• Never refuel the machine indoors because fuel
vapors will accumulate in the area.
• Never store the fuel container or machine inside
where there is an open flame or spark, such as a
gas hot water heater, space heater or furnace.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose
traction, disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly
straight down the slope.
• Never run a machine inside a closed area.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the machine free of
grass, leaves or other debris build-up. Clean up oil
or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool at least 5
minutes before storing.
DO NOT:
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
• 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 or ditch, or
if an edge caves in.
• Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make
certain the blade and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep
the wire away from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
• Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,
visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., excessive
wear, bent, cracked). Replace with blade which
meets original equipment specifications.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your
foot on the ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
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• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds
are dangerous.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly. Use all guards as
instructed in this manual.
• Observe proper disposal laws and regulations.
Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm
the environment and the ecology.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly
inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the
damage before restarting and operating the mower.
• Prior to disposal, determine the proper method to
dispose of waste from your local Environmental
Protection Agency. Recycling centers are
established to properly dispose of materials in an
environmentally safe fashion.
• Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For
• Use proper containers when draining fluids. Do not
use food or beverage containers that may mislead
someone into drinking from them. Properly dispose
of the containers immediately following the draining
of fluids.
your
safety
protection,
frequently
check
components and replace with manufacturer’s
recommended parts when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution
when servicing blade(s).
• DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the ground,
down a drain or into a stream, pond, lake or other
body of water. Observe Environmental Protection
Agency regulations when disposing of oil, fuel,
coolant, brake fluid, filters, batteries, tires and other
harmful waste.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and
service as required.
• Muffler, engine and belt guards become hot during
operation and can cause a burn. Allow to cool
down before touching.
WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons
who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
WARNING
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.
AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.
• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT
COULD SLIP OR TIP.
• IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP
BLADE(S) AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY.
• DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS
ARE AROUND.
• NEVER CARRY CHILDREN.
• LOOK DOWN & BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE
BACKING.
• KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS,
AND SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACE AND WORKING.
• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE
THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).
• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL
CONTROLS.
• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED
BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).
• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S POSITION,
DISENGAGE BLADE(S), PLACE THE SHIFT
LEVER IN NEUTRAL, ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE,
SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY.
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Figure 1 Safety Labels found on your unit
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Slope Gauge
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SECTION 5: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES
MODEL NUMBER
OEM-190-601
OEM-190-602
OEM-190-112
OEM-190-118
OEM-190-603
OEM-190-604
OEM-190-822
OEM-190-823
DESCRIPTION
™
FastAttach Twin Bagger Grass Collector (For 42-inch Decks Only)
FastAttach Twin Bagger Grass Collector (For 46-inch Decks Only)
™
Mulch Kit (For 42-inch Decks Only)
Mulch Kit (For 46-inch Decks Only)
™
™
FastAttach Grille Guard Front Bumper Kit
TracPac Storage Container (mounts on rear of tractor)
™
™
FastAttach 46-inch Front Dozer Blade
42-inch Two-stage Snow Thrower
NOTE: Your tractor is NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. tiller,
plow). Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor’s warranty.
SECTION 6: TRACTOR SET-UP
ATTACHING THE BATTERY CABLES
GAS AND OIL FILL-UP
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed
with your tractor. Read instructions carefully.
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked
Pos. (+). The negative battery terminal is marked
Neg. (–).
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is shipped with oil;
however, you MUST check the oil level before operat-
ing. Be careful not to overfill.
• The positive cable (heavy red wire) is secured
to the positive battery terminal (+) with hex
bolt and hex nut at the factory. Make certain
that the rubber boot covers the terminal to
help protect it from corrosion.
WARNING: Overfilling with oil may
cause the engine to smoke. This will result
in poor engine performance and could
cause permanent engine damage.
• Remove the hex bolt and wing nut from the
negative cable. Attach the negative cable
(heavy black wire) to the negative battery
terminal (–) with the bolt and wing nut.
The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has
a capacity of approximately two gallons. Do not
overfill.
• Place the hold-down strap in position over the
battery to secure it in place. See Figure 2.
Rubber
Boot
Positive
Terminal
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors,
gasoline produces noxious fumes. Always
fill the fuel tank in a well ventilated area to
avoid inhalation of gasoline fumes.
Battery
WARNING: Never fill the fuel tank while
engine is running or while engine is hot.
Wing
Nut
Tray
WARNING: Never smoke while fueling
your tractor. Gasoline produces combusti-
ble fumes which can ignite and cause per-
sonal injury.
Negative
Terminal
Bolt
Hold-down Strap
WARNING: Do not fill closer than 1/2
inch from the top of the fuel tank to prevent
spills and to allow for fuel expansion. If
gasoline is accidently spilled, move tractor
away from area of spill. Avoid creating any
source of ignition until gasoline vapors
have disappeared.
Figure 2
NOTE: If battery is put into service after date
shown on top of battery, charge for minimum of one
hour at 6-10 amps. Refer to the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual for more detailed instructions
regarding proper battery charging procedure.
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SECTION 7: CONTROLS
D
B
F
M
A
C
+
1/10
P
H
G
I
J
L
E
K
NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity
Figure 3
A
B
C
D
E
F
Ignition Switch
Throttle Control Lever
H
I
Brake Pedal
Parking Brake Button
Shift Lever
Choke Control (if so equipped)
Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter
Lift Lever
J
K
L
M
Seat Adjustment Lever
Cup Holder
PTO (Power Take-off) Knob
Drive Pedal
Cruise Control Button
G
NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position.
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IGNITION SWITCH
IMPORTANT: When using PTO operated
equipment such as the cutting deck or other
attachments, always operate the tractor with the
throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit) position.
To start the engine, insert key into the ignition switch
and turn clockwise to the START position. Release
key to the ON position once engine has fired. See
Figure 4. Refer to STARTING THE ENGINE in the
OPERATION section of this manual for detailed
starting instructions. The ignition switch is also used
to operate the headlights. Refer to OPERATING
THE HEADLIGHTS in the OPERATION section of
this manual for detailed instructions
CHOKE CONTROL
On Model 1170, moving the
throttle lever all the way
forward activates the engine’s
choke control. On Model 1180,
the choke control can be found
on the left side of the dash
panel and is activated by
pulling the knob outward. Activating the choke
control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and
aids in starting the engine. Refer to STARTING THE
ENGINE in the OPERATION section of this manual
for detailed starting instructions.
WARNING: Remove the key from the
tractor when the tractor is not in use to
prevent accidental starting.
Off
On/Lights
On
INDICATOR MONITOR / HOUR METER
Your tractor is equipped with four indicator lights and
an hour meter located on the left side of the dash
panel. See Figure 6.
Start
Battery
Oil
+
Figure 4
THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER
The throttle lever is located on the right side of the
tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of
the engine, and on Model 1170, the choke control
also. When set in a given position, the throttle will
maintain a uniform engine speed. See Figure 5.
Hour
Meter
1/10
P
Throttle
Symbol
Throttle
Symbol
Brake
PTO
Figure 6
Choke
Position
Fast
Position
If a light illuminates when attempting to start the unit,
proceed as follows:
BRAKE — Depress the brake pedal.
Fast
Position
PTO —
OIL—
Move PTO knob into the disengaged
(OFF) position.
Check the crankcase oil level, and add
oil as required.
The BATTERY indicator light will illuminate any time
the ignition key is the On position and the engine is
not running. If it illuminate’s while the engine is
running, it indicates that the battery is in need of a
charge. Refer to the MAINTENANCE section of this
manual for the proper battery charging procedure.
Slow
Position
Slow
Position
The hour meter operates whenever the ignition key
is in the On or On/Lights position and records the
actual hours of tractor operation.
Figure 5
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LIFT LEVER
BRAKE PEDAL
BRAKE
The brake pedal is located on the right front side of
the tractor above the drive pedal along the running
board. The brake pedal can be used for sudden
stops or setting the parking brake.
The lift lever is used to change the operating position
(height) of the cutting deck. To operate, move the
lever to the left, then place in the notch best suited
for your application.
NOTE: The brake pedal must be fully depressed to
activate the safety interlock switch when starting the
tractor.
ELECTRIC PTO
(POWER TAKE-OFF) KNOB
To engage the power to the cutting
deck or other attachments on units
equipped with an electric PTO, pull
outward on the PTO knob. Push the
PTO knob inward to disengage the
power to the attachments.
PARKING BRAKE BUTTON
To set the parking brake, fully depress
the brake pedal and push the parking
P
brake button in. Hold the button in
while taking your foot off the brake
pedal. Both the parking button and
the brake pedal will then stay
depressed. To release the parking
brake, depress the brake pedal
slightly. The parking brake button will
then return to its original position.
NOTE: The PTO knob must be in the disengaged
(OFF) position when starting the engine, when
shifting into reverse and if the operator leaves the
seat.
DRIVE PEDAL
NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the
operator leaves the seat with the engine running or
the engine will automatically shut off.
IMPORTANT: Always set the parking brake
when leaving the tractor unattended.
SHIFT LEVER
F
The drive pedal is located below the brake pedal on
the right front side of the tractor along the running
board. Depress the drive pedal with your right foot
when the tractor shift lever is in either forward or
reverse to cause the tractor to move. Ground speed
is also controlled with the drive pedal. The further
down the pedal is depressed, the faster the tractor
will travel. The pedal will return to its original position
when it’s not depressed.
The shift lever is located
on the left side of the
fender and has three
positions,
FORWARD,
NEUTRAL and REVERSE.
The brake pedal must be
depressed and the tractor
must not be in motion
when the moving shift
lever.
N
IMPORTANT: Always set the parking brake
when leaving the tractor unattended.
IMPORTANT: Never
force the shift lever. Doing
so may result in serious
damage to the tractor’s
transmission.
Shift
Knob
R
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CRUISE CONTROL BUTTON
SEAT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
The cruise control button is located on
the tractor dash panel to the left of the
ignition switch. Push the cruise control
button while traveling forward at a
desired speed. While holding the
button in, release pressure from the
drive pedal. This will engage the
cruise control and allow the tractor to
remain at that speed without applying
pressure to the drive pedal. Depress
the brake pedal or the drive pedal to
deactivate cruise control. Refer to the OPERATION
section of this manual for detailed instructions
regarding the cruise control feature.
To adjust the seat forward or backward, slide the
seat adjustment lever to the left and reposition the
seat to the desired position. Once a comfortable
position is found, release the seat adjustment lever
to lock the seat in place. Refer to the
ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual for more
detailed instructions.
CUP HOLDER
The tractor’s cup holder is located on the fender to
the left of the seat, just to the rear of the shift lever.
WARNING: Never operate the tractor
under the influence of alcoholic beverages
or drugs of any kind. Doing so can result in
serious personal injury or death.
SECTION 8: OPERATION
SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES
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 a Cub Cadet dealer in
your area. The safety interlock system prevents the
engine from cranking or starting unless the brake
pedal is fully depressed, and the PTO knob is in the
disengaged (OFF) position.
IMPORTANT: Tampering with or attempting to
bypass the tractors Safety Interlock Switches in any
way WILL void your warranty.
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.
• AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.
• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP.
• IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK
DOWNHILL SLOWLY.
• 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 automatically
shut off the engine if the operator leaves the
seat with the PTO knob in the engaged (ON)
position, regardless of whether the brake lock
is engaged. The PTO knob must be in the
disengaged (OFF) position to restart the
engine.
• DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND.
• NEVER CARRY CHILDREN.
• LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING.
• KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND SWITCHES) IN
PLACE AND WORKING.
• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).
• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.
• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLAC-
ING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).
• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR’S POSITION, DISENGAGE
BLADE(S), PLACE THE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL, ENGAGE
BRAKE LOCK, SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY.
• The safety interlock system will automatically
shut off the engine if the PTO knob is moved
into the engaged (ON) position with the shift
lever in the REVERSE position.
READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL
WARNING: Do NOT attempt to bypass
or disconnect the tractor’s safety interlock.
Doing so could result in serious personal
injury or death.
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SETTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Select the height position of the cutting deck by
placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different
cutting height notches on the right side of the fender.
Then adjust the deck wheels so that they are at least
1/4 inch to 1/2 inch above the ground when the
tractor is on a smooth, flat surface such as a
driveway.
• Place the PTO knob in the disengaged (OFF)
position
• Move the throttle control into the SLOW
(turtle) position and allow the engine to "idle
down" for ten seconds. Failure to do so may
result in an engine afterfire.
• Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the
OFF position.
WARNING: Keep hands and feet away
from the discharge chute opening of the
cutting deck.
• Remove the key from the ignition switch to
prevent accidental starting.
NOTE: The deck wheels are an anti-scalp feature
of the deck and are not designed to support the
weight of the cutting deck.
Refer to the ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual
for more detailed instructions regarding various deck
adjustments.
IMPORTANT: If you think you’ve struck a foreign
object, stop the engine immediately. Remove the
wire(s) from the spark plug(s), thoroughly inspect the
unit for any damage, and repair the damage before
restarting and operating the tractor.
DRIVING THE TRACTOR
STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING: Avoid
excessive speed and sudden stops.
sudden
starts,
NOTE: Refer to the TRACTOR SET-UP section of
this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.
WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the
tractor without first placing the PTO knob in
the disengaged (OFF) position, depressing
the brake pedal and engaging the parking
brake. If leaving the tractor unattended,
also turn the ignition key off and remove
the key.
• Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch.
• Place the PTO knob in the disengaged (OFF)
position.
• Depress the brake pedal and set the parking
brake.
• Place the shift lever in the NEUTRAL position.
• Depress the brake pedal to release the
parking brake and let the pedal up. Move the
throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.
• Move the throttle control lever into the FAST
(or CHOKE, if so equipped) position.
• Pull out the choke control knob, if so equipped
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the shift lever to
change the direction of travel when the tractor is in
motion. Always use the brake pedal to bring the
tractor to a complete stop before shifting.
(a warm engine may not require choking).
• Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START
position. After the engine starts, release the
key. It will return to the ON position.
• To move forward, place the shift lever in the
FORWARD position, then slowly depress the
drive pedal until the desired speed is
achieved.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT hold the key in the START
position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing
so may cause damage to your engine’s starter.
• To move in reverse, place the shift lever in the
REVERSE position, check that the area
behind is clear then slowly depress the drive
pedal.
NOTE: If starting problems are encountered, refer
to the TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual.
After the engine starts, slowly release the brake
pedal. As the engine warms up, gradually push the
choke control knob inward (or move the throttle
control lever out of the CHOKE position into the
FAST position) to open up the choke plate on the
engine’s carburetor.
SETTING THE CRUISE CONTROL
NOTE: The cruise control feature should only be
utilized in the forward direction.
• Place the shift lever in the FORWARD
position, then slowly depress the drive pedal
until the desired speed is achieved.
NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control out while
operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich"
fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly.
• Lightly depress the cruise control button.
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• While continuing to hold the cruise button in,
lift your foot from the drive pedal (you should
feel the cruise latch engage).
To turn the tractor’s headlights off:
• Turn the key either into the On position (to
leave the engine running) or the Off position
(to shut the engine off). Refer to Figure 4.
• If properly engaged, the cruise control button
and the drive pedal should lock in the down
position, and the tractor will maintain the same
forward speed.
IMPORTANT: Never move the key into the Start
position while the engine is running. Doing so may
cause damage to your engine’s starter.
• Disengage the cruise control using one of the
following methods:
STOPPING THE ENGINE
•
Depress the brake pedal to disengage the
cruise control and stop the tractor.
• Place the PTO knob in the disengaged (OFF)
position.
•
Lightly depress the drive pedal.
• Move the throttle control into the SLOW
position and allow the engine to "idle down"
for ten seconds, then turn the ignition key
counterclockwise to the OFF position.
To change to the reverse direction when operating
with cruise control, depress the brake pedal to
disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor to
a complete stop. Then place the shift lever in the
REVERSE position and depress the drive pedal.
• Remove the key from the ignition switch to
prevent accidental starting.
DRIVING ON SLOPES
Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 6 to help
determine slopes where you may not operate safely.
IMPORTANT: If you think you’ve struck a foreign
object, stop the engine immediately. Remove the
wire(s) from the spark plug(s), thoroughly inspect the
unit for any damage, and repair the damage before
restarting and operating the mower.
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.
USING THE LIFT LEVER
To raise the cutting deck, move the lift lever to the
left, then place it in the notch best suited for your
application. Refer to SETTING THE CUTTING
HEIGHT earlier in this section.
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 any slope, walk the
slope to look for possible hazards such as rocks.
mounds, ruts, stumps or other surface irregularities
which could cause the tractor to be upset.
ENGAGING THE ELECTRIC PTO
(POWER TAKE-OFF) KNOB
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.
Front View
Pull Out
Push In
OFF
ON
OPERATING THE HEADLIGHTS
To turn the tractor’s headlights on:
Figure 7
• Start the engine following the instructions
• Move the throttle control lever to the FAST
earlier in this section.
(rabbit) position.
• Turn the key one notch counterclockwise into
the On/Lights position of the ignition switch.
Refer to Figure 4.
• Pull the PTO knob outward into the engaged
(ON) position. See Figure 7.
• Keep the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit)
position for the most efficient use of the
cutting deck and other attachments.
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• The operator must remain in the tractor seat
at all times. If the operator should leave the
seat without pushing the PTO knob inward
into the disengaged (OFF) position, the
tractor’s engine will shut off.
• For best results it is recommended that the
first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown
towards the center. After 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.
IMPORTANT: The PTO knob cannot be in the
engaged (ON) position when the tractor is driving in
the reverse direction. The PTO knob must be in the
disengaged (OFF) position when the shift lever is in
REVERSE or the PTO will automatically shut off.
Refer to SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES in this
section.
• Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass
invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry
weather.
• Mowing should always be done with the
engine at full throttle.
• Do not mow at high ground speed, especially
if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed.
MOWING
• Under heavier conditions it may be necessary
to go back over the cut area a second time to
get a clean cut.
This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet’s
high quality cutting decks. The following information
will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your
tractor.
• Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and
weeds and extremely tall grass. Your tractor is
designed to mow lawns, NOT clear brush.
WARNING: To avoid possible injury, do
not allow anyone in the area of the tractor
while mowing. Even if the area to be
mowed has been cleared of foreign
objects, small objects may be picked up
and discharged by the mower.
• Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades
when worn. Refer to the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual for proper blade
sharpening instructions.
WARNING: Never direct the discharge
of material toward bystanders or allow
anyone near the machine while in
operation.
SECTION 9: ADJUSTMENTS
• With the tractor parked on a firm, level
surface, place the lift lever in the top notch
(highest position) and rotate the blade nearest
the discharge chute so that it is parallel with
the tractor.
LEVELING THE DECK
WARNING: Cutting blades are sharp.
Always protect hands by wearing heavy
leather work gloves to grasp blades.
• Measure the distance from the front of the
blade tip to the ground and the rear of the
blade tip to the ground. The first measurement
taken should be between 1/4" and 3/8" less
than the second measurement. Determine the
approximate distance necessary for proper
adjustment and proceed, if necessary, to the
next step.
NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before
performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to
TIRES in the maintenance section of this manual for
further information regarding tire pressure.
Front to Rear
The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabi-
lizer bar that can be adjusted to level the deck from
front to rear. The front of the deck should be 1/4" to 3/
8" lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary
as follows:
• Loosen the two jam nuts on the rear side of
the deck stabilizer bracket. See Figure 8A.
• Locate the two lock nuts on the opposite side
of the stabilizer bracket. See Figure 8A.
Tighten the lock nuts to raise the front of the
deck; loosen the lock nuts to lower the front of
the deck.
WARNING: Turn the tractor’s engine
off, remove the key from the ignition switch
and apply the tractor’s parking brake before
making any adjustments to the cutting
deck.
• Retighten the two jam nuts loosened earlier
when proper adjustment is achieved.
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Side to Side
If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if
necessary as follows:
WARNING: Turn the tractor’s engine off, remove the key from the ignition switch and apply the
tractor’s parking brake before making any adjustments to the cutting deck.
• With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and
rotate the both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor.
• Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the
outside of the right blade tip to the ground. Both measurements taken should be equal. If they’re not,
proceed to the next step.
• Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket. See Figure 8B.
• Balance the deck so that both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal.
• Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved.
Lock
Nuts
B
A
Deck
Stabilizer
Bracket
Deck
Jam
Nuts
Hex Cap Screw
Deck Hanger Bracket
Front to Rear
Side to Side
Figure 8
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
STEERING ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the position of the seat, move the seat
adjustment lever (located under the seat) to the left
and slide the seat forward or backwards. See Figure
9. Make sure seat is locked into one of the six
adjustment positions before operating the tractor.
If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the
other, or if the ball joints are being replaced due to
damage or wear, the steering drag links may need to
be adjusted.
Grease Fitting
Hex Nut and
Lock Washer
Pivot Bar
(if so equipped)
Seat
Axle
Seat Adjustment Lever
Drag Link
Jam Nut
Ball Joint
Figure 9
Figure 10
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Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are
threaded into the ball joint on the left side and the
ball joint on the right side:
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: If any adjustments are
made to the engine while the engine is
running (e.g. carburetor), disengage all
clutches and blades. Keep clear of all
moving parts. Be careful of heated
surfaces and muffler.
• Loosen the jam nut found on the drag link at
the rear of the ball joint. See Figure 10.
• Remove the hex nut and lock washer on the
top of ball joint. See Figure 10.
• Thread the ball joint toward the jam nut to
shorten the drag link. Thread the ball joint
away from the jam nut to lengthen the drag
link.
NOTE: A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to
run rough. Be certain it is clean and properly
attached before adjusting carburetor. Refer to
separate engine manual packed with your unit for
information regarding air cleaner maintenance.
• Replace hex nut and lock washer and
retighten the jam nut after proper adjustment
is achieved.
Refer to separate engine manual packed with your
unit for carburetor adjustment information or see an
authorized engine service dealer.
NOTE: Threading the ball joints too far onto the
drag links will cause the front tires to "toe-in" too far.
Proper toe-in is between 1/16" and 5/16".
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Front tire toe-in can be measured as follows:
If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when
the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the
tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake
applied, the brake is in need of adjustment. The
brake disc can be found on the right side of the
transmission in the rear of the tractor. Adjust if
necessary as follows:
• Place the steering wheel in position for
straight ahead travel. Insert a 1/4" dowel up
through aligning holes in both the steering
gear and support plate. See Figure 11.
Drag Links
• Looking at the transmission from the right side
of the tractor, locate the compression spring
and brake disc. See Figure 12.
Hex Nut
Insert Dowel
Here
Steering Gear
Support
Plate
Steering
Shaft
NOTE: View shown from beneath tractor.
Figure 11
Set Gap
at .011"
• In front of the axle, measure the distance
horizontally from the inside of the left rim to
the inside of the right rim. Note the distance.
Brake Disc
Compression
• Behind the axle, measure the distance
horizontally from the inside of the left rim to
the inside of the right rim. Note the distance.
Spring
Transmission
NOTE: View shown from beneath tractor.
Figure 12
• The measurement taken in front of the axle
should be between 1/16" and 5/16" less than
the measurement taken behind the axle.
• Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex nut
found on the right side of the brake assembly.
See Figure 12.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Using a feeler gauge, set the gap between the
• Remove the dowel inserted earlier before
brake disc and the brake puck at .011".
attempting to operate the tractor.
• Re-tighten the hex nut loosened earlier.
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SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and ground against the engine
before performing any adjustments, repairs
or maintenance.
IMPORTANT: Refill the engine with the proper
capacity and weight of motor oil as instructed in the
separate engine manual.
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely
dusty condition. To service the air cleaner, refer to
the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine
maintenance instructions.
The spark plug(s) should be cleaned and the gap
reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is
recommended at the start of each mowing season;
check engine manual for correct plug type and gap
specifications.
Check engine oil level before each use as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed
with your unit. Read and follow instructions
carefully.
Changing Engine Oil
CLEANING THE ENGINE AND DECK
• Unscrew oil fill cap and remove dipstick from
the oil fill tube. See Figure 13.
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be
wiped off promptly. Do NOT allow grass, leaves, and
dirt to accumulate around the cooling fins of the
engine or on any other part of the machine,
especially the pulleys and other moving parts.
Oil Fill Cap
Protective Cap
Oil Drain Hose
Clean the underside of the deck with a wisk broom,
putty knife or forced air after each mowing.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use a garden hose to
clean the cutting deck. Spraying water near the
spindles can significantly reduce the life of the
bearings.
CUTTING DECK REMOVAL
Oil Fill Tube
Oil Drain Valve
WARNING: Before performing any
maintenance, move the PTO knob into the
disengaged (OFF) position, engage the
parking brake, turn the ignition key to the
OFF position and remove the key from the
switch to avoid accidental starting.
Oil Drain Port
NOTE:Single-cylinder engine shown.
Valve location will vary with engine style.
Figure 13
• Pop open the protective cap on the end of the
oil drain valve to expose the oil drain port. See
Figure 13.
Several attachments are available for your tractor.
To mount some of these attachments and in order to
perform certain maintenance procedures, the deck
must be removed from the tractor. To properly
remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:
• Push oil drain hose (packed with unit) onto the
oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the
hose into an appropriate oil collection
container with a capacity great enough to
collect the used oil.
WARNING: Do NOT remove deck
immediately after operating the tractor.
Allow the engine and other moving parts
ample time to cool down.
• Push the oil drain valve in slightly, then rotate
counterclockwise and pull outward to begin
draining oil. See Figure 13.
• Service the oil filter (if so equipped) as
instructed in the separate engine manual
packed with your unit.
• Move the PTO knob into the disengaged
(OFF) position and engage the parking brake.
• Lower the deck by moving the lift lever into the
bottom notch on the right fender.
Perform the above steps in the opposite order after
oil has finished draining.
• Refill the engine with new motor oil.
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• Grasp the PTO idler pulley bracket and pivot it
toward the discharge chute to relieve tension
on the belt. Remove the deck belt from around
the electric PTO clutch and the PTO idler
pulley.
• Repeat the above steps on the left side of the
tractor.
• Move the lift lever into the top notch on the
right fender to raise the deck lift arms out of
the way.
• Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front
of the tractor allowing the hooks on the deck
to release themselves from the deck stabilizer
rod. Do NOT let the deck fall to the ground.
NOTE: On units equipped with a 46-inch deck, the
bottommost belt on the deck does NOT need to be
removed in order to remove the deck.
• Looking at the cutting deck from the right side
of the tractor, locate the deck support pin on
the rear right side of the deck.
• Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right
side) out from underneath the tractor.
• Pull the deck support pin outward to release
NOTE: To properly remount the cutting deck,
perform the above steps in reverse order. Having a
second person assist you will ease this procedure.
the deck from the deck lift arm. See Figure 14.
• Rotate the pin slightly toward the rear of the
tractor and release the pin into the hole
provided.
Deck Lift Arms
To Lift Assembly
PTO Idler Pulley
PTO Belt
Deck Support Pins
Electric PTO Clutch
Deck
Stabilizer
Bracket
Hooks
Front of Tractor
Deck Stabilizer Rod
PTO Idler Pulley Bracket
(mounted on tractor)
NOTE: Belt covers and other tractor components not shown for clarity. 42-inch deck shown
Figure 14
CHANGING THE DECK BELT(S)
All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of cracking, shredding or
rotting are present.
IMPORTANT: The V-belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A
substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. For a proper working machine,
use factory approved belts.
To change or replace the deck belt(s) on your tractor, proceed as follows:
NOTE: Removing the deck from the tractor as instructed earlier in this section will ease the following steps,
but is not necessary.
42-inch decks
• Lower the deck by moving the lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender.
• Remove the belt guards by removing the self-tapping screws that fasten them to the deck surface.
• Grasp the PTO idler pulley bracket and pivot it toward the discharge chute to relieve tension on the belt.
• Remove the deck belt from the electric PTO clutch and from around the PTO idler pulley.
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• Route the new belt as shown in Figure 14, around the deck pulleys, idler pulley and electric PTO clutch.
• Remount the belt guards removed earlier.
Electric PTO Clutch
PTO Idler Pulley
(mounted on tractor)
Deck belt (Bottom)
PTO belt (Top)
Deck Idler Pulley
Right Hand
Double Pulley
(beneath belt guard)
Left Hand
Double Pulley
Center Pulley
Self-Tapping Screws
NOTE: Left hand belt cover not shown for clarity. 46-inch deck shown.
Figure 15
46-inch decks
• Lower the deck by moving the lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender.
• Remove the belt guards by removing the self-tapping screws that fasten them to the deck.
• Grasp the PTO idler pulley bracket and pivot it toward the discharge chute to relieve tension on the belt.
• Remove the deck belt from the electric PTO clutch and from around the PTO idler pulley.
• Remove and discard old belt.
• Route the new belt(s) as shown in Figure 15. OEM belt part numbers shown below.
• Remount the belt guards removed earlier.
42-Inch Deck
754-0472
N/A
46-Inch Deck
754-0474
754-0349
PTO (Top) Belt
Bottom Belt
CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT(S)
All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of cracking, shredding or
rotting are present.
IMPORTANT: The V-belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A
substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. For a proper working machine,
use factory approved belts.
To change or replace the drive belt(s) on your tractor, proceed as follows:
NOTE: It’s recommended that both drive belts be replaced at the same time.
• Remove the cutting deck as instructed earlier in this section.
• After disconnecting the battery cables, remove the battery and battery tray from beneath the seat.
IMPORTANT: When removing the battery, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal first,
followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. Re-install in reverse order.
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Battery Tray
Opening
Variable-speed
Pulley
Drive belt (Lower)
Drive belt (Upper)
Shift Lever
Rear Idler Pulley
Belt Keeper
Front Idler Pulley
Belt Keeper
Engine Pulley
Idler Bracket
to drive pedal
Double-Idler Bracket
Transmission Idler Pulley
Electric PTO Clutch
Single-speed
Transmission
NOTE: View shown from above tractor.
Transmission Pulley
Front of Tractor
Figure 16
Upper Drive Belt
• Locate the transmission idler pulley on the upper drive belt by looking through the battery tray opening.
See Figure 16.
• Grasp the bracket and pivot the transmission idler pulley toward the rear of the tractor to release
tension on the upper drive belt.
• Remove the belt from around the transmission idler pulley.
• Remove the upper drive belt from around the transmission pulley and the variable-speed pulley.
NOTE: Slowly rotate the pulley counterclockwise to roll the belt off of it.
• Remove the upper drive belt by pulling it up through the battery tray opening.
• Reroute the new upper drive belt as shown in Figure 16.
Lower Drive Belt
NOTE: Proper removal of the lower drive belt requires the removal of several tractor components. Read
through the following procedure prior to attempting it to determine if you feel you could successfully complete
it. If you don’t, see your Cub Cadet dealer to have the belt changed.
IMPORTANT: Note the routing of the lower drive belt around both the pulleys and the belt keepers
BEFORE performing the following steps.
• Locate the variable-speed pulley by looking through the battery tray opening. See Figure 16.
• Remove the variable-speed pulley by loosening the hex bolt that secures it to the transmission. Use a
second wrench to hold the hex nut on the bottom side of the pulley.
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• Slide the belt off of the variable-speed pulley
as you lift the pulley up and out through the
battery tray opening.
The drive pedal is properly adjusted when the hole
found in the double-idler bracket has approximately
1-3/8" of travel with ten pounds of pressure applied
to the drive pedal. See Figure 18.
NOTE: Jacking the rear of the tractor up off the
ground and securing it with jackstands at this point in
the procedure will ease the following steps, but is not
necessary.
Double-idler
Bracket
Hole
• Remove the rear idler pulley from the double-
idler bracket while unrouting the belt from
around both the rear and the front idler pulley.
Refer to Figure 16.
Idler
Adj. Rod
1
-
3
/
8
"
• Carefully unplug the tractor’s wire harness
from the connector on the electric PTO clutch.
See Figure 17.
Front of Tractor
NOTE: View shown from above tractor.
Figure 18
Hex Bolt
Adjust the drive pedal after replacing the drive belts
on your tractor, if necessary, as follows:
• Locate the speed control assembly on the
underside of the steering support bracket. See
Figure 19.
Electric
PTO Clutch
Idler
Place Wrenches Here
Adj. Rod
Neutral
Return
Bracket
Connector
Pin
Hairpin
Clips
NOTE: View shown from beneath tractor.
Figure 17
• Remove the hex bolt from the center of the
electric PTO clutch and gently lower the
electric PTO clutch off of the engine
crankshaft. See Figure 17.
Speed Control
Drive Pedal
Assembly
Return Spring
• The engine pulley is located directly above the
electric PTO clutch. Lower the engine pulley
far enough to be able to remove the upper
drive belt from around it.
Figure 19
• Remove both hairpin clips from the pin which
is fastened to the speed control assembly (be
careful not to lose the small flat washers found
on the pin). See Figure 19.
IMPORTANT: When remounting the electric
PTO clutch, torque the center hex bolt to between 38
foot-pounds and 50 foot-pounds.
• Remove the drive pedal return spring.
• Using two 9/16" wrenches, remove the pin
from the speed control assembly. See Figure
19.
• Remove the drive belt by feeding it from both
ends toward the front idler pulley on the
double-idler bracket. See Figure 16.
Thread the idler adjustment rod inward or outward to
lengthen or shorten the travel of the double-idler
bracket until proper adjustment is achieved.
• Reassemble by following the above steps in
reverse order.
• Reroute the new belt around the pulleys and
belt keepers EXACTLY as the old one was
routed. Refer to Figure 16.
• Reassemble by following the above steps in
reverse order.
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CUTTING BLADES
WARNING: Cutting blades are sharp.
Always protect hands by wearing heavy
leather work gloves to grasp blades.
Worn Blade Edge
Blade Separation
The blades may be removed for sharpening or
replacement as follows.
Wind Wing
• Remove the deck from beneath the tractor,
(refer to DECK REMOVAL earlier in this
section for detailed instructions) then gently
flip the deck over to expose its underside.
Sharpen Edge Evenly
Figure 21
• Place a block of wood between the center
deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to
act as a stabilizer. See Figure 20.
It is extremely important that each cutting blade
edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade
balance. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive
vibration when rotating at high speeds, may cause
damage to the tractor and result in personal injury.
The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round
shaft screwdriver. Grind metal from the heavy side
until it balances evenly.
• Use a 15/16" wrench to remove the hex flange
nut that secures the blade to the spindle
assembly. See Figure 20.
NOTE: The hex flange nut has a right-handed
thread pattern. Do NOT attempt to force the nut in
the incorrect direction. Doing so may damage the
nut and create a safety hazard.
When replacing the blade, be sure to install the
blade with the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or
with a part number stamped in it) facing the ground
when the mower is in the operating position.
Block of Wood
Hex Flange Nut
IMPORTANT: Use a torque wrench to tighten the
blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 foot-
pounds and 90 foot-pounds.
BATTERY
The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid
levels cannot be checked.
Spindle
Assembly
Cutting Blade
Figure 20
• Always keep the battery cables and terminals
clean and free of corrosive build-up.
To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove
equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades
along the cutting edges. See Figure 21.
Sharpen the cutting edge straight across, parallel to
the trailing edge, at a 25° to 30° angle. See Figure
21.
• After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply
a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to the
terminals and over the positive terminal boot.
• Always keep the boot positioned over the
positive terminal to prevent shorting.
IMPORTANT: If removing the battery for any
reason, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from
it’s terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red)
wire. When re-installing the battery, always connect
the POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal first, followed
by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the
wires are connected to the correct terminals.
reversing them could change the polarity and cause
damage to your engine’s alternating system.
IMPORTANT: If the cutting edge of the blade has
already been sharpened to within 5/8" of the wind
wing radius, or if any metal separation is present,
replace the blades with new ones. See Figure 21.
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Charging
FUSE
If the unit has not been put into use for an extended
period of time, charge the battery with an
automotive-type 12-volt charger for a minimum of
one hour at six amps.
A fuse is installed in your tractor’s wiring harness to
protect the tractor’s electrical system from damage
caused by excessive amperage. Always use the
same capacity fuse for replacement. If the electrical
system does not function, or your tractor’s engine
will not crank, first check to be certain that the fuse
has not blown. It can be found under the hood
mounted behind the top of dash panel on the
support bar. Pull the fuse out and compare it with
Figure 22 to determine if it is good or bad.
WARNING: Batteries give off an
explosive gas during and for some time
after charging. Charge battery in a well
ventilated area and do not allow a spark or
an open flame near the battery.
TIRES
The recommended operating tire pressure is
approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for
the front tires. Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire
manufacturer’s
recommended
psi.
Do
not
GOOD
BAD
overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the
cutting deck to mow unevenly.
Figure 22
SECTION 11: LUBRICATION
WARNING: Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the
engine before performing any maintenance.
ENGINE
Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
PIVOT POINTS
Lubricate all pivot points (drive pedal, brake pedal, etc.) at least once a season with light oil.
LINKAGE
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive, brake and lift linkage at least once a season with SAE 30 engine oil.
STEERING GEAR
Lubricate the teeth of the steering gear with an all-purpose automotive grease every 25 hours of operation or
once a season.
WHEELS
Both the front wheels and the rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a season. Lubricate the
axles and the rims well with an all-purpose automotive grease before re-installing them.
FRONT AXLES
Your tractor is equipped with grease fittings on the ends of the front pivot bar. See Figure 10. Lubricate both
the left and the right front axles with a grease gun at least once a season.
BLADE SPINDLES
Your tractor’s cutting deck is equipped with grease fittings on the sides of the blade spindle assemblies.
Lubricate each spindle with a grease gun at least once a season.
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SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Possible
Cause(s)
Trouble
Corrective Action
Engine will Safety switch
There are two safety switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the brake pedal switch
and the seat switch. Make certain the actuators are fully depressing the plungers on
each switch. The PTO knob must be in the disengaged (OFF) position in order to start
the engine, also.
not crank
button not
depressed.
Battery installed The battery must be installed with the negative terminal attached to the black ground
incorrectly.
wire. The negative terminal is identified at the post by “NEG”, “N” or “-”. The positive
terminal, identified by “POS”, “P” or “+”, must be attached to the thick red wire which
goes to the solenoid.
Battery is dead Charge at six amps with a 12-volt automotive-type battery charger for one hour or until
or weak.
fully charged.
Blown fuse
Refer to operator’s manual for fuse location. Replace fuse with automotive type fuse of
the proper amperage. Fuses seldom fail without a reason. The problem must be
corrected. Check for loose connections in the fuse holder. Replace fuse holder if nec-
essary. A dead short may be in the cranking or charging circuit where the insulation
may have rubbed through and exposed the bare wire. Replace the wire or repair with
electrician's tape if the wire strands have not been damaged.
Note: Look for a wire pinched between body panels, burned by the exhaust pipe or
muffler or rubbed against a moving part.
Engine
Throttle or choke Refer to the OPERATION section of this manual for the correct position of the throttle
cranks but not in starting
will not start position.
No fuel to the
control and choke for starting.
Gasoline tank empty. Fill.
carburetor.
Fuel line or in-line fuel filter plugged. Remove and clean fuel line. Replace fuel filter
(if so equipped) if necessary.
No spark to
spark plug(s).
Spark plug lead disconnected. Connect lead. Using a spark tester, check for spark. If
no spark is present, have engine’s magneto serviced by your Cub Cadet dealer.
Dirty aircleaner. If the air cleaner is dirty, the engine may not start. Refer to the engine manual packed
with your unit.
Engine
smokes
Engine oil has
been overfilled.
Engine loses
crankcase
Check oil level.
Dipstick not seated or broken. Replace defective part.
Engine breather defective. Replace.
vacuum.
Excessive Bent blade or
Stop engine immediately. Check all pulleys, blade adapters, keys and bolts for
vibration
damaged pulley. tightness and spindle damage. Tighten or replace any loose or damaged parts.
Always replace damaged blade. Only use original equipment blades.
Mower
won’t
Engine speed
low.
Throttle must be set at full throttle.
discharge Speed selection. Use lower ground speed. The slower your ground speed, the better the quality of cut.
grass or
leaves
Cutting height
set too low.
Raise deck.
uncut strips Blades dull.
Sharpen or replace blades (uncut strip problem only).
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Models 1170 & 1180
Electrical System
1
8
14
10
18/19
9
16
15
3
11
5
13
4
2
11
6
5
13
5
7
REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
625-0051
629-0939
629-0126
710-0599
712-3006
725-1426
725-1657A
725-1741
725-1743
Bulb/Socket Headlight Assembly
Wiring Harness w/o Ref. 14
Harness Adapter, #18 x 5
Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5
Hex Nut, 1/4-20
Solenoid, 12-volt, 100 Amp
Snap Mount Safety Interlock Switch (Brake)
Ignition Switch
8
9
Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter
Ignition Key
Safety Plunger Switch (Seat)
External Lock Washer, 1/4
Lock Washer, 1/4
Headlight Harness
Electric PTO Switch
Retainer Bracket
10 725-1745
11 725-1747
12 736-0222
13 736-0329
14 629-0309
15 725-1752
16 783-0462
17 725-3007A
18 729-0357
19 725-1381
Positive Terminal Cover (Boot)
Fuse Holder
20-amp Fuse
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45
20
46
47
29
40
30
28
5
31
37
26
33
34
38
27
16
32
41
21
35
2
24
36
25
9
17
12
23
42
6
10
15
12
14
23
23
44
19
13
11
7
43
4
3
5
12
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Tractor Body
REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART
NO.
REF.
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
Bracket Assembly (8-style)
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5
Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62
Phillips Pan Screw, 1/4-20 x .75
Truss Phillips Screw, 1/4-20 x .625
Screw, #10-16 x .375
Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .75
Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20
U-type Speed Nut, 1/4-20
Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
U-nut, 5/16-18
DESCRIPTION
683-0195
710-0599
710-0751
710-0924
710-1017
710-1268
710-3008
712-0271
712-0292
25 751-0659
26 710-0809
27 710-0895
28 710-3217
29 712-0142
30 731-1857
31 731-2225
32 731-2226
33 731-2227
34 736-0142
35 747-1196
36 749-1087
37 747-1184
38 731-2245
39 726-3046
40 725-1752
41 712-3027
42 736-3078
43 710-1238
44 712-3004A
45 747-1215
46 712-0349
47 710-0473
Fuel Tank
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.25
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-15 x .75
Truss Phillips Screw, #8-32 x .375
Hex Nut, #8-32
Throttle Control Knob
Dash Panel (8-style)
Cruise Control Button
Parking Brake Button
Flat Washer, 9/32 x 1/2 x 1/16
Brake/Cruise Pivot Rod
Dash Support Tube
8
9
10 712-0431
11 726-0211
12 726-0293
13 731-1854
14 735-0126
15 736-0105
16 746-1085
17 783-0475
18 783-0476A
19 783-0477
20 783-0478A
21 783-0551
22 783-0553A
23 710-0604A
24 751-0603
Retainer Nut, 3/8
Headlight Lens (8-style)
Rubber Washer, .87 x .33
Bell Washer, .401 x .87 x .063
Choke Knob/Cable (Model 1180*)
LH Side Panel (8-style)
RH Side Panel (8-style)
Grill (8-style)
Hood (8-style)
Hood Hinge Bracket
Hood Support Bracket
Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625
Fuel Cap
Heat Shield Support Rod
Heat Shield (8-style)
Ratchet Clip
Electric PTO Switch
Hex Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20
Flat Washer, .349 x 1.0 x .063
Screw, 5/16-18 x .875 (Grade 5)
Hex Nut, 5/16-18
Hood Latch (8-style)
Hex Nut, #10-32
Machine Screw, #10-24
*Model 1170 has no choke knob/cable. The choke is activated
with the throttle cable. Refer to Engine Accessories on pg. 39.
NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to
the list of color codes below. Please add
the applicable color code, wherever
needed, to the part number to order a
replacement part. For instance, if a part
numbered 700-xxxx is painted Cub Beige,
the part number to order would be 700-
xxxx-0499.
Cub Blue: 0685
Cub Yellow: 0498
Cub Beige: 0499
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49
39
43
42
46
6
45
41
37
48
44
40
36
47
16
30
38
28
35
32
28
31
34
11
33
29
27
50
53
51
53
6
14
2
13
52
8
14
18
5
19
8
12
6
23
17
21
25
19
10
20
21
22
24
6
3
28
54
14
8
6
1
26
5
16
9
7
4
15
17
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Lift Assembly
REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART
NO.
REF.
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
Deck Stabilizer Rod
Lift Shaft Assembly
Clevis Pin, .5 x .78
Hex Nut, 1/2-13
Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18
Hex Nut, 1/2-13
Internal Cotter Pin
Internal Cotter Pin
E-ring
Handle Grip
Torsion Spring
Lift-assist Spring, 1.15 x 5.99
(Found on Model 1180 Only)
Flat Washer, 5/16
DESCRIPTION
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.5
Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-15 x .75
Lift Lever Cover
Shift Lever Cover w/ Cup Holder
Shoulder Screw, .437 x 1.62
Lift Adjustment Bracket
Fender
Seat Mounting Bracket
Screw, #10-16 x .375
Hex Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20
Seat Adjuster Grip
747-1130
683-0197
711-0332
712-0206
712-0431
712-3004A
712-3083
714-0104
714-0145
27 710-0805
28 710-0604A
29 710-0895
30 731-1990
31 731-2104A
32 738-0155
33 783-0677
34 783-0685A
35 783-0715
36 710-1268
37 712-3027
38 720-0309A
39 731-1989
40 732-0499
41 736-0175
42 736-0204
43 738-0137A
44 738-1007
45 783-0611
46 783-0738
47 783-0739
48 783-0753
49 757-0380
50 735-0657
51 735-0656
726-3046
8
9
10 716-0106
11 720-0311
12 732-0874
13 732-0934
Spacer
Compression Spring, .41 x 1.5
Spring Washer, .265 x .562 x .025
Flat Washer, .344 x .62 x .03
Shoulder Screw, .340 x .285,1/4-20
Shoulder Screw, .50 x .50, 3/8-16
Seat Stop
14 736-0275
15 736-0921
16 736-3019
17 736-3084
18 738-0138
19 738-0143
20 741-0225
21 741-0715
22 746-0968
23 747-1111
24 756-1154
25 783-0678
26 783-0720A
Lock Washer, 1/2
Flat Washer, .31 x 1.062 x .134
Flat Washer, .51 x 1.12 x .06
Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .62
Shoulder Screw, 3/8-16
Hex Flange Bearing
Snap Flange Bearing
Lift Cable, 16.16
Lift Handle
Roller Pulley
Arm Lift
Deck Stabilizer Bracket
Seat Pivot Bracket
Seat Adjustment Lever
Seat Adjustment Selector
Seat, Medium Back Black
LH Foot Pad
RH Foot Pad
Foot Pad Clips (Not Shown)
NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to
the list of color codes below. Please add
the applicable color code, wherever
needed, to the part number to order a
replacement part. For instance, if a part
numbered 700-xxxx is painted Cub Beige,
the part number to order would be 700-
xxxx-0499.
Cub Blue: 0685
Cub Yellow: 0498
Cub Beige: 0499
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43
42
23
19
6
38
21
14
20
4
2
20
13
7
22
13
22
11
18
8
30
13
15
12
42
41
5
28
35
32
0
1
3
2
10
17
37
11
3
2
32
27
29
33
31
35
34
39
25
9
40
32
16
26
31
33
37
36
29
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Steering Assembly
REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART
NO.
REF.
NO.
PART
DESCRIPTION
Lower Frame Assembly
Self-tapping Screw, 16-18 x .625
RH Pivot Support Bracket
LH Pivot Support Bracket
Pivot Bar Bracket
Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 (Grade 5)
LH Drag Link
RH Drag Link
Jam Nut, 7/16-20 (Grade 2)
Hex Nut, 3/8-24 (Grade 2)
Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
Flange Lock Nut, 7/16-20
Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18
Steering Gear, 11/90 Ratio
Steering Pinion Gear
NO.
26 638-0020
638-0022
27 719-0399A
719-0380A
28 712-0431
29 714-0470
30 726-0214
726-0341
DESCRIPTION
RH Axle Assembly, .625 Diameter
RH Axle Assembly, .625 / .750 Diameter
Cast Iron Pivot Bar (Model 1170)
Cast Iron Pivot Bar (Model 1180)
Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
Cotter Pin
683-0304
710-0604A
783-0726A
783-0727
783-0728
710-0514
711-1409
711-1408
712-0240
Push Cap, .625
Push Cap, .750
8
9
31 736-0162
32 736-0187
736-0316
33 736-0285
34 738-1011
35 737-3000
36 634-0115
634-0051
Flat Washer, .64 x 1.0 x .12
Flat Washer, .64 x 1.24 x .06
Flat Washer, .78 x 1.59 x .06
Flat Washer, .635 x 1.589 x .06
Shoulder Screw, .5 x 2.2, 3/8-16
Lube Fitting, 3/16
Wheel Assembly Complete, 15 x 6 x 6
Rim Only w/ Ball Bearing
Air Valve (Not Shown)
10 712-0241
11 712-0431
12 712-0459
13 712-3004A
14 717-1550A
15 717-1554
16 723-0448A
17 736-0169
18 736-3084
19 738-1001A
20 741-0475
21 741-0656
22 738-0372
23 731-2295
24 731-2296
25 638-0019
638-0021
Ball Joint, 7/16-20
Lock Washer, 3/8
734-0255
Flat Washer, .51 x 1.12 x .06
Steering Shaft, .625 OD x 24.4
Plastic Bushing, .38 ID
Hex Flange Bearing, 5/8
Shoulder Spacer, .38 ID
Soft Touch Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Insert
734-1731
Tire Only, Square Shoulder
Hub Cap
Steering Support Bracket
Shoulder Screw, 3/8-16
Bell Washer, .39 x 1.13 x .062
Shoulder Screw, .435 x .178, 5/16 x .56
Bell Washer, .34 x .872
37 734-2290
38 783-0653A
39 738-0143
40 736-0331
41 738-0140
42 736-0242
43 710-0643
LH Axle Assembly, .625 Diameter
LH Axle Assembly, .625 / .750 Diameter
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 X 1
NOTE: Model 1170 has axles with a .625 diameter.
Model 1180 has axles with a .625 / .750 diameter.
NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to
the list of color codes below. Please add
the applicable color code, wherever
needed, to the part number to order a
replacement part. For instance, if a part
numbered 700-xxxx is painted Cub Beige,
the part number to order would be 700-
xxxx-0499.
Cub Blue: 0685
Cub Yellow: 0498
Cub Beige: 0499
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4
22
13
5
29
79
21
2
21
2
58
35
13
19
78
13
58
56
86
25
41
87
65
70
56
71
58
84
57
85
55
73
11
19
68
18
36
23
21
64
31
28
61
58
33
75
6
33
77
23
64
31
54
72
7
35
13
46
58
53
47
63
38
69
45
23
62
40
60
66
59
68
76
13
50
52
8
44
21
35
88
12
90
69
83
43
81
19
26
91
37
89
1
42
12
27
24
47
34
30
3
80
15
10
19
17
49
32
20
23
39
14
16
82
9
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Drive System
REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART
NO.
783-1015
REF.
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
Shift Lever Support
Transaxle Mounting Bracket
Single-speed Transmission Assembly
Shifter Knob
DESCRIPTION
Transmission Torque Bracket
Idler Bracket
Adjustable Shift Bracket
Brake Control Assembly
Speed Control Assembly
Drive Pedal Assembly
Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
Ferrule, 1/4-20
Pin, 3/8-16 x 2.43
Cotter Pin
Compression Spring, .34 OD x 1.0
Extension Spring, .50 OD x 1.41
Drive Pedal Pad
49 783-0667A
50 783-0669
51 783-0714
52 647-0031
53 647-0032
54 683-0266
55 712-0431
56 711-0736
57 711-1363
58 714-0104
59 732-0437
60 732-0955
61 735-0662
62 735-3049
63 736-0140
64 736-0187
65 736-0204
66 738-0155
67 738-0507B
68 741-0225
69 741-3065A
70 747-1137
71 747-1138
72 748-0413
73 748-0415A
74 783-0653B
75 783-0732
76 783-0773
77 783-0780A
78 683-0304
79 783-1031
80 736-0242
81 710-0627
82 634-0177
734-1675
17840
618-0307C
631-0009
647-0045
656-0048
656-0051A
683-0251
710-0189
Shift Lever
Variable-speed Pulley Assembly
Transmission Pulley, 8.5 x .5-36
Double-idler Bracket
8
9
Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 3
Self-tapping Screw, #8-18 x .5
Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.75
Flat Washer, .51 x 1.0 x .060
Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75
Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 2.25
Ferrule, 5/16-18
Hex Nut, 3/8-24
Hex Nut, 7/16-20
Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
Hex Nut, 3/8-16
Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18
Jam Nut, 3/8-16
10 710-0227
11 710-0347
12 736-0272
13 710-0604A
14 710-0642
15 710-3011
16 711-0677
17 712-0241
18 712-0378
19 712-0431
20 712-0798
21 712-3004A
22 712-3008
23 714-0111
24 714-0149B
25 723-3018
26 725-1644
27 726-0320
28 732-0384
29 732-0525
30 732-0716
31 732-0963
Brake Pedal Pad
Flat Washer, .281 x .5 x .0625
Flat Washer, .64 x 1.24 x .06
Flat Washer, .344 x .062 x .03
Shoulder Screw, .437 x 1.62
Shoulder Screw, .5 x .434
Hex Flange Bearing
Split Hex Flange Bearing
Cruise Control Rod
Brake Lock Control Rod
Cruise Latch
Cotter Pin
Internal Cotter Pin
Ball Joint
Short Spring Switch
Spacer, 5/16 x 1.54
Stearing Support Bracket
Drive Lockout Bracket
Brake Pedal
Neutral Return Bracket
Lower Frame Assembly
Hitch Plate
Bell Washer, .34 x .872
Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-24 x .75
Wheel Assembly Complete, 20 x 10 x 8
Wheel Assembly Complete, 20 x 8 x 8
Rim Only
Air Valve (Not Shown)
Tire Only, 20 x 10 x 8, Square Shoulder
Tire Only, 20 x 8 x 8, Square Shoulder
Hub Cap
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.5
Spacer
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.75
Spacer
Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .75
Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .875
Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 2.5
Flat Washer, .350 x 1.59 x .062
Insulator Nut Plate
Extension Spring, .62 Dia. x 6.12
Compression Spring Clip
Extension Spring, .59 OD x 4
Extension Spring, .50 Dia. x 6.37
(hooks to flange, 783-0650, in frame)
Bell Washer, .401 x .87 x .063
Flat Washer, .385 x .62 x .063
Lock Washer, 3/8
32 736-0105
33 736-0140
34 736-0169
35 736-0275
36 736-0407
37 736-3010
38 738-0322
39 747-1122
40 747-1123A
41 747-1127
42 747-1156
43 711-0736
44 748-0372
45 754-0467
46 754-0468
47 756-0981
48 783-0637
Flat Washer, 5/16
634-0070
734-0255
734-1873
734-1730
Bell Washer, .45 x 1.0 x .602
Flat Washer, .407 x .812 x .135
Shoulder Screw, .625 x .217
Brake Rod
Belt Guard
Idler Adjustment Rod, 3/8
Shift Rod
Adjustment Ferrule, 1/4-20 x 1.0
Shoulder Spacer, .38 ID
Variable-speed Belt
Drive Belt
Flat Idler, 2.75 OD
83 734-2290
84 710-0778
85 750-0556
86 710-1026
87 750-0768
88 710-1260A
89 710-1650
90 710-0859
91 736-0430
Shift Lever Support
IMPORTANT: The V-belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A
substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. For a proper working machine,
use factory approved belts.
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40
12*
31
21
20
29
22
25
26
19
31
30
28
27
15
12c
18
21
39
38
13
38
39
1
3
7
16
8
14
23
17
24
12c
2
4
6
14
12*
10
Units with 618-0307C
Transmission ONLY
12c
9
37
3
13
36
32
37
12*
11
34
12*
14
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Single-speed Transmission
REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
Clutch Collar†
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.0
Drive Shaft
Counter Shaft
22-link Chain, #420
14-tooth Sprocket
Sprocket Bevel Gear, 42/10
29-tooth Spur Gear
618-0318
710-0788
711-1274
711-1280
713-0474
713-0478
717-1422
717-1565
717-1569
8
9
20-tooth Spur Gear
10 718-0652
11 719-0394
12a 736-0336
12b 736-0337
12c 736-0349
13 736-0519
14 741-0336
15 741-0337
16 750-1238
17 611-0112
611-0133
Counter Shaft Coupling
Lower Housing
Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x .030*
Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x .040*
Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x .020*
Flat Washer, .70 x 1.125 x .031
Flange Bearing, 5/8 x 3/4 x 3/4
Flange Bearing, 5/8 x 3/4 x 15/16
Spacer, .635 x 1.0 x .27
Detent Shaft Assembly†
Detent Shaft Assembly‡
Differential Assembly†
Differential Assembly‡
Brake Assembly
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.625
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 2.375
Brake Pad
Compression Spring
Detent Ball
18 618-0369
618-0424
19 661-0006
20 710-1325
21 710-1206
22 717-0678
23 732-0863
24 741-0862
25 761-0202
26 711-1331
711-1430
Brake Disc
Input Shaft†
Input Shaft‡
27 716-0385
716-0108
28 717-1571
717-1464
29 719-0391A
30 736-0335
736-0723
31 741-0525
32 718-0228
33 711-1431
34 750-1234
35 717-1362
36 717-1363
37 736-0495
38 741-0340
39 721-0338
40 716-0231
Retaining Ring, .394†
Retaining Ring, .437‡
12-tooth Bevel Pinion†
14-tooth Bevel Pinion‡
Upper Housing
Thrust Washer, .63 x 1.24 x .062†
Thrust Washer, .635 x 1.25 x .042‡
Needle Bearing, .625 x .875
Clutch Collar‡
Drive Shaft‡
Spacer, .633 x 1.0 x .513
42-tooth Bevel Gear‡
42-tooth Bevel Gear‡
Thrust Washer, 1.0 x .632 x .0
Sleeve Bearing, .75 x .1.0 x 1.0
Seal, .75 x 1.0 x .125
E-ring, .75
IMPORTANT: One of two different transmissions may be found on your lawn tractor (618-0307B & 618-0307C). Refer to the
model plate found on the rear right portion of the transmission’s lower housing before ordering replacement service parts.
†Used on Single-speed transmission 618-0307B ONLY.
‡Used on Single-speed transmission 618-0307C ONLY.
Parts listed with neither a single dagger nor a double dagger following it’s description are found on ALL transmissions.
*Use applicable flat washer (12a, 12b, or 12c) in this application allowing proper end play as instructed in Service Manual.
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Models 1170 & 1180
1
2
3
4
26
2
41
13
10
14
15
17
16
5
12
11
18
5
19
28
39
6
7
8
27
6
9
40
20
5
23
24
25
21
1
1
22
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
37
38
36
35
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Power Take-off System
REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART
NO.
REF.
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
Compression Spring, 1.318 x 2.37
Spacer Cup, 1.5 OD
Compression Spring, .66 OD x 1.5
Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625
Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62
Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20
DESCRIPTION
Hex Nut, 5/16-18
712-0431
732-0735
783-0733
732-0956
710-0604A
710-0751
712-0271
712-3044
725-1706
23 712-3010
24 710-3180
25 732-0978
26 710-1650
27 710-3025
28 712-3004A
29 783-0653B
30 683-0293
683-0297
31 738-3056
32 717-1708
33 738-0785
34 736-0171
35 710-3157
36 710-3011
37 756-0627
38 754-0472
754-0474
Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.75 (Grade 5)
Extension Spring, 1.2 OD x 3.638
Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .875
Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625
Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18
Steering Support Bracket
8
9
Wing Nut, 1/4-20
Idler Bracket Assembly (42-inch Decks)
Idler Bracket Assembly (46-inch Decks)
Shoulder Screw, 1/2 Diameter x 2.5
Electric PTO Clutch
Shoulder Spacer, 1.38 x .445 x .36
Lock Washer, 7/16
Hex Cap Screw, 7/16-20 x 3.25 (Grade 5)
Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 2.25 (Grade 5)
Flat Idler Pulley, 3.5 OD
12-volt Battery, 270 CCA
Shoulder Screw, .5 x 1.25, 3/8-16
Shoulder Screw, .625 x .5, 7/16-20
Bell Washer, .45 x 1.0 x .062
Battery Strap
Hitch Plate
Safety Interlock Plunger Switch
Lock Washer, 1/4
Solenoid, 12-Volt, 100 Amp
Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5
Flange Lock Nut, 7/16-20
Lower Frame Assembly
Engine Pulley, 3.56 OD
PTO Clutch Bracket
10 738-1014
11 738-1020
12 736-0407
13 723-0444
14 783-1031
15 725-1747
16 736-0222
17 725-1426
18 710-0599
19 712-0459
20 683-0304
21 756-0639A
22 783-1003
PTO Belt (42-inch Decks)
PTO Belt (46-inch Decks)
39 783-0349
40 783-0891
41 736-0105
Battery Tray
Deck Stop
Bell Washer, .401 x .87 x .063
IMPORTANT: The V-belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A
substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. For a proper working machine,
use factory approved belts.
NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to
the list of color codes below. Please add
the applicable color code, wherever
needed, to the part number to order a
replacement part. For instance, if a part
numbered 700-xxxx is painted Cub Beige,
the part number to order would be 700-
xxxx-0499.
Cub Blue: 0685
Cub Yellow: 0498
Cub Beige: 0499
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Models 1170 & 1180
10
3
10
38
18
10
33
2
14
16
24
26
28
35
46-inch Deck
34
10
39
7
29
25
26
27
21
50
3
15
18
20
9
32
19
19
5
23
22
23
32
13
36
19
8
18
1
56
6
29
26
12
12
37
25
11
31
1
30
30
17
17
43
47
41
32
9
55
27
21
23
42-inch Deck
29
25
26
19
20
44
22
48
4
23
48
42
52
53
32
44
29
26
45
49
54
51
40
17
11
13
12
25
49
17
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Cutting Decks
REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART
NO.
17982
REF.
NO.
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
Reinforcement Spindle Plate
Spindle Assembly w/ Fitting, 5 Dia.
Double Pulley Spindle Assembly w/ Fitting
Deck Adjustment Bracket w/ Weld Nut
46-inch Deck Shell
Carriage Screw, 1/4-20 x .5
Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.75
Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0
Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.25
Self Tapping Screw,1/4-20 x .5
Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .875
Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62
Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .75
Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.62
Hex Nut, 3/8-24
DESCRIPTION
Three-in-one Blade, Star Center, 16.28
Three-in-one Blade, Star Center, 14.88
Deck Release Pin
Deck Belt
Flat Idler Pulley, 3.5 OD
Idler Bracket
Center Deck Skirt
RH Deck Skirt
LH Belt Cover
RH Belt Cover
Retainer Hook
Spindle Assembly w/ Fitting, 5.75 Dia
42-inch Deck Shell
Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625
Top Lock Jam Nut, 3/8-16
Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20
Hex Nut, 1/4-20
30 742-0611
31 742-0612
32 747-1116
33 754-0349
34 756-0627
35 783-0139
36 783-0141
37 783-0142
38 783-0747
39 783-0805A
40 16606
41 618-0427
42 683-0198B
43 710-0604A
44 712-0181
45 712-0271
46 712-3006
47 731-2231
48 736-0270
49 742-0616
50 753-0874
51 731-1643A
52 712-3087
53 712-0291
54 710-0106
55 753-0873
618-0430
618-0431
683-0254
683-0265B
710-0167
710-0347
710-0514
710-0528
8
9
10 710-0599
11 710-0650
12 710-0751
13 710-1260A
14 712-3288
15 712-0241
16 712-0291
17 712-0417A
18 712-0431
19 712-3027
20 714-0104
21 717-1553A
22 731-1032B
23 732-0306
24 732-0594A
25 734-0973
26 736-0105
27 736-0119
28 738-0347
29 738-0373
Center Lock Nut, 1/4-20
Hex Flange Nut, 5/8-18
Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
Belt Cover
Hex Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20
Internal Cotter Pin, .072 x 1.12
Deck Adjustment Gear
Side Discharge Chute Assembly
Compression Spring, .406 x .531 x 1.75
Extension Spring, .91 x 7.33
Deck Wheel, 5 x 1.38
Bell Washer, .401 x .87 x .063
Lock Washer, 5/16
Shoulder Spacer, .625 x .169
Shoulder Spacer, .498 x 1.53
Bell Washer, .265 x .75 x .062
Three-in-one Blade, Star Center, 21.23
46-inch Deck Assembly Complete
Mulch Plug, 42-inch Decks
Wing Nut, 1/4-20
Center Lock Nut, 1/4-20
Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.25
42-inch Deck Assembly Complete
(w/o mulch kit)
56 16606
Retainer Hook
NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to
the list of color codes below. Please add
the applicable color code, wherever
needed, to the part number to order a
replacement part. For instance, if a part
numbered 700-xxxx is painted Cub Beige,
the part number to order would be 700-
xxxx-0499.
Cub Blue: 0685
Cub Yellow: 0498
Cub Beige: 0499
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Models 1170 & 1180
11(for choke)
7
9
23
13
9
Briggs & Stratton
Intek Twin
22
3
2
24
4
12
(for throttle)
18
21
20
19
10
5
6
8
10
5
17
10
5
(deflector must
face forward)
14
1
16
15
Briggs & Stratton
Intek Single
4
27
31
13
25
9
9
3
29
23
2
18
20
19
21
30
10
5
6
26
28
(deflector must
face forward)
14
1
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Engine Accessories
REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
710-0148
710-0599
710-0604A
710-1237
710-1314
710-1315
712-3017
721-0460
726-0205
Self-tapping Screw, #8-32 x .375
Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5
Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625
Screw, #10-32 x .625
Socket Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625
Self-tapping Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.25
Hex Nut, 3/8-16
8
9
Exhaust Gasket (Intek Twin)
Hose Clamp
10 736-0119
11 736-0300
Lock Washer, 5/16
Flat Washer, .406 x ..875 x .059
12 751B221535 Casing Clamp
13 751-0535
14 751-0564
15 751-0616
16 751-0650
17 751-0651
18 751-3140
19 751-3141
20 751-3142
21 783-0615
22 783-0625B
23 722-0263
24 746-1086
25 746-1084
26 751-0619
Fuel Line Hose
Muffler Deflector
Muffler, Twin Inlet
RH Exhaust Pipe (Intek Twin)
LH Exhaust Pipe (Intek Twin)
Oil Drain Valve
Oil Drain Hose
Oil Drain Cap
Muffler Heat Shield
Engine Heat Shield
Foam (fits over fuel line)
Throttle Cable (Intek Twin)
Throttle/Choke Cable (Intek Single)
Exhaust Pipe (Intek Single)
27 751B213146 Casing Clamp
28 751-0617
29 712-0271
30 721-0208
31 732-0966
Muffler, Single Inlet
Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20 (for starter cable)
Exhaust Gasket (Intek Single)
Extension Spring, .275 x 1.25
NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to
the list of color codes below. Please add
the applicable color code, wherever
needed, to the part number to order a
replacement part. For instance, if a part
numbered 700-xxxx is painted Cub Beige,
the part number to order would be 700-
xxxx-0499.
Cub Blue: 0685
Cub Yellow: 0498
Cub Beige: 0499
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:
c. Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders have a sepa-
rate one year warranty.
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet
Corp. with respect to new merchandise purchased and
used in the United States, its possessions and territories.
d. Cub Cadet Corp. does not extend any warranty for
products sold or exported outside of the United States
of America, its possessions and territories, except
those sold through Cub Cadet Corp.’s authorized
channels of export distribution.
Cub Cadet Corp. warrants this product against defects in
material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years
commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its
option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to
be defective in material or workmanship. This limited war-
ranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and
maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual fur-
nished with the product, and has not been subject to mis-
use, abuse, commercial use, 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 accessory or
attachment not approved by Cub Cadet Corp. for use with
the product(s) covered by this manual will void your war-
ranty as to any resulting damages.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,
applies after the applicable period of express written
warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other
express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral,
except as mentioned above, given by any person or
entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any
product shall bind Cub Cadet Corp. During the period
of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or
replacement of the product as set forth above. (Some
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied war-
ranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)
Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to
separate terms as follows: All normal wear part or compo-
nent failures will be covered on the product for a period of
90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the
two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered
ONLY IF caused by defects in material or workmanship of
OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and compo-
nents include, but are not limited to, belts, blades, blade
adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow
thrower skid shoes, shave plates and tires. Batteries are
covered by a 90-day limited replacement warranty.
The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the
sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales. Cub
Cadet Corp. shall not be liable for incidental or conse-
quential loss or damages including, without limitation,
expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn
care services, for transportation or for related
expenses, or for rental expenses to temporarily
replace a warranted product. (Some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not
apply to you.)
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,
WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL
CUB CADET DEALER. To locate the dealer in your area,
please check for a listing in the Yellow Pages or contact the
Customer Dealer Referral Line of Cub Cadet Corp. by call-
ing 1-800-528-1009 or writing to P.O. Box 368023, Cleve-
land, Ohio 44136-9722.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the
amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration
of the safety features of the product shall void this War-
ranty. 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 use or misuse or inability to use
the product.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the
following cases:
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than
the original purchaser, original lessee or the person for
whom it was purchased as a gift.
a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items
carry a separate manufacturer’s warranty. Please refer
to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these
items.
How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This limited
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
b. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,
blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such
as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck
adjustments; and normal deterioration of the exterior
finish due to use or exposure.
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