Bolens 2182 User Manual
Power Equipment
Owners Manual
SUPER GARDEN TRACTOR
Model Number
2182
Important:
Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully
Thank you for purchasing an American-built product
CUB CADET CORPORATION • P.O. BOX360930m CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 772-4081
Cub Cadet
Power Equipment
Proper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibility. Follow the Instructions
in your owner’s manual for correct lubricants and maintenance schedule. Your Cub Cadet dealer carries a
complete line of quality lubricants and filters for your equipments engine, transmission, chassis and
attachments.
RIDING MOWERS, LAWN TRACTORS, GARDEN TRACTORS, CUB CADET ATTACHMENTS AND HOME
MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS.
FIRST YEAR
This limited warranty for residential and commercial users, covers any defect in material or workmanship in
your Cub Cadet equipment for one year from the date of purchase for the first user purchaser.
Batteries have a one year prorated limited warranty with 100% replacement during the first three months.
We will replace or repair any part or parts without charge through your authorized Cub Cadet dealer.
SECOND YEAR
This limited warranty, for residential users only, covers any defects in material or workmanship in the drive
train for two years from the date of purchase for the first user purchaser.
The drive train consists of the engine, engine cradle, drive shaft, drive shaft clutch, all parts enclosed by the
transmission housing, rear axle housing, brakes and electric power take off (if so equipped). V-belts used for
either the traction drive or any attachments are covered for one year only.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ITEMS NOT COVERED
The warranty does not cover routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters (oil, fuel, air and
hydraulic), cleaning, tuneups, brake and/or clutch inspection, adjustments made as part of normal mainte
nance, blade sharpening, set-up, abuse, accidents and normal wear. It does not cover incidental costs
such as transporting your equipment to and from the dealer, telephone charges or renting a product tem
porarily to replace a warranted product.
There is no other express warranty.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
Contact your authorized Cub Cadet servicing dealer who sold you your Cub Cadet equipment. If this dealer is
not available see the Consumer Yellow Pages under "lawn mowers" for the name of a dealer near you.
If you need further assistance in finding an authorized Cub Cadet servicing dealer, write or telephone:
Cub Cadet Corporation
Post Office Box 360930
Cleveland, Ohio 44136
Attn: Customer Service
HOW DOES STATE LAW APPLY?
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
Telephone: (216) 273-4550
CONTENTS
Section
II
III
IV
V
Warranty
Safe Operations................................... 3
To The Owner
Serial No. Location
Controls
Operation........................................... 15
Adjustments
Maintenance
Off-Season Storage
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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
muffler is available at your nearest engine authorized service center.
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Instructions given with this symbol are for
personal safety. Be sure to follow them.
WARNING
Section Page
VI Mowing........................................... 32
Optional Equipment
and Accessories
Maintenance Chart.............................. 34
Troubleshooting................................... 35
Lubrication Table................................. 37
Lubrication Guide
Specifications
Slope Gauge
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IMPORTANT
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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
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Your unit 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. If
you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.
1. READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL carefully in its
entirety before attempting to assemble or operate
this unit. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future and regular reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY
WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU
SEE THIS SYMBOL - ^ HEED ITS WARNING.
A
WARNING
2. This unit is a precision piece of power equipment,
not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme cau
tion at all times.
3. Know the controls and how to stop the machine
quickly.
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4. Do not allow children to operate vehicle. Do not
allow adults to operate it without proper instruc
tion. Only persons well acquainted with these
rules of safe operation should be allowed to use
your mower.
5. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-
fitting slacks and shirts to avoid entanglement in
the moving parts. Never operate a unit in bare
feet, sandals, or sneakers.
6. To prevent injury, do not carry passengers or give
rides. Keep children, pets and bystanders out of
the area while mowing. Only the operator should
ride on the unit and he/she shouid ride only in the
seat.
7. Check overhead clearance carefully before driv
ing under power lines, guy wires, bridges or low
hanging tree branches; before entering or leaving
buiidings, or in any other situation where the
operator may be struck or pulled from the unit,
which could result in serious injury.
8. To maintain control of the unit and reduce the
possibility of upset or collision, operate the tractor
smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive
speed.
9. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets. Stop engine
when they are in the vicinity of your rrwwer.
Aithough the area of operation should be com
pletely cleared of foreign objects, a small object
may have been overlooked and could be acciden
tally thrown by the mower in any direction and
cause injury to you or a bystander.
10. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing an adjustment or
repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that
may be thrown from the machine in any direction.
16. Before attempting to unclog the mower or
discharge chute, stop the engine. The mower
blade(s) may continue to rotate for a few seconds
after the engine is shut off. Therefore, be sure
the blade(s) have stopped completely. Discon
nect the spark plug wire(s) and keep the wire(s)
away from the plug(s) to prevent accidental start
ing.
17. Disengage power to attachment(s) when trans
porting or not in use.
18. 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 IS'’ as shown on the slope
gauge, do not operate this unit on that area or
serious injury could result.
19. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or
downhill. Mow up and down face of steep slopes;
never across the face. Use extreme caution if it is
necessary to drive the tractor up an incline or
back the tractor down an incline because the front
of the tractor could lift and rapidly flip over back
ward which could cause serious injury.
20. Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to
prevent tipping or loss of control. Always keep
the tractor in low gear when going down steep
hills to take advantage of engine braking action.
Choose a low enough gear so that you will not
have to stop or shift while on the slope.
21. Stay alert for holes in terrain and other hidden
hazards which may cause the unit to tip over.
22. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy
equipment.
A. Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
B. Limit loads to those you can safely control.
11. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives,
walks or roads.
12. Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into
neutral before attempting to start engine.
13. Before leaving the operator’s position, disengage
blades, place shift lever in neutral, engage park
ing brake, shut engine off and remove key.
14. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Stay clear of the discharge opening at all
times as the rotating blade(s) can cause injury.
15. Disengage power to attachment(s) and stop
engine before making any repairs or adjustments.
Disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and keep the
wire(s) away from the plug(s) to prevent acciden
tal starting.
C. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.
D. Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when
suggested in owner’s manual.
23. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near road
ways.
24. When using any attachments, never direct
discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow
anyone near vehicle while in operation.
25. Handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.
A. Use approved fuel container.
B. Never remove cap or add fuel to a running or
hot engine or fill fuel tank indoors. Wipe up
spilled fuel. Always use original type vented
cap.
C. Open doors if engine is run in garage.
Exhaust fumes are dangerous. Do not run
engine indoors.
26. Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where ignition sources are
present, such as hot water and space heaters,
clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the engine to
cool before storing in any enciosure.
27. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine and cutting
deck free of grass, leaves or excessive grease.
28. Keep the vehicie and attachments in good operat
ing condition, and keep safety devices in place.
Use guards as instructed in operator's manuai.
29. Keep aii nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
30. The vehicle and attachments should be stopped
and inspected for damage after striking a foreign
object. The damage should be repaired before
restarting and operating the equipment.
31. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine.
32. When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as
follows:
A. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
B. Never make a cutting height adjustment
while engine is running if operator must
dismount to do so.
C. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before removing
the grass catcher.
D. Check blade mounting boits for proper tight
ness at frequent intervals.
33. Check grass catcher bags frequently for wear or
deterioration. For safety protection, replace only
with new bag meeting originai equipment
specifications.
34. Look behind to make sure the area is clear before
placing the transmission in reverse and continue
iooking behind while backing up. Disengage
blades before shifting into reverse and backing
up.
35. This unit should not be driven up a ramp onto a
trailer or truck under power, because the unit
could tip over, causing serious personal injury.
The unit must be pushed manually to load prop
erly.
36. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and
service according to brake adjustment instruc
tions in this manual.
PRODUCT GRAPHICS
Keep safety product graphics (decals) clean. Replace
any safety graphic that is damaged, destroyed,
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Replacement safety graphics are available through
your dealer.
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A CAUTION
READ OP ERA TOR 'S M AN UAL Lea rn lo ope ra te thi s m ach ine SA FELY . Do not ri sk
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posit io n w ith spe ei t c ont rol le ver in neu tr al, PT O s wit ch OFF , a nd b ra ke dep res sed.
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3 NO R ID ERS ' K eep al l p eop le and pe ts a s ate di sta nce awa y
4 Don't poi nt mo wer di sch arge a t pe op le.
5. Av oid s lop es Tra ctor s c an be roi le d ov er.
6 Bef ore lea vi ng ope rat or's po si tio n-
Shut off P TO Plac e s pe ed cont rol l ever in n eut ral. S et bra ke lock S hut of f en gi ne.
Remov e i gni ti on key Wa d f or a ll mov em ent to st op bef ore se rvi cin g o r c lean in g
7 Do no t fi ll ga soli ne ta nk w'he n engi ne is ru nni ng or w'h tle eng in e is ho t. Ti ght en cap
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BRAKE PEDAL LATCH
TURNING BRAKE INSTRUCTIONS ¡~
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION
LOCATED ON THE FRAME COVER
TO THE OWNER
Assembled in this manual are operation, lubrication
and maintenance instructions for the Cub Cadet 2182
tractor. The material has been prepared in detail to
help you better understand the correct care and
efficient operation of your tractor. Before you operate
the tractor, study this manual carefully. Additional
copies may be ordered from your dealer at a nominal
price.
Your local authorized dealer is interested in the per
formance you receive from your tractor. He has
factory-trained servicemen, informed in the latest
method of servicing tractors, modern tools, and
original-equipment service parts which assure proper
fit and good performance.
CAUTION
A
DO NOT tow your tractor. Towing or push
ing the tractor for more than a few feet may
damage the hydrostatic drive unit.
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
The Cub Cadet 2182 tractor has a hydrostatic drive
unit and will require minimum service if recommended
operation and maintenance procedures are foiiowed.
To obtain top performance and assure economicai
operation the tractor shouid be inspected, depending
on its use, perbdicaily, or at ieast once a year, by your
authorized deaier.
When in need of parts, always specify the model,
chassis, and engine serial numbers, including the
prefix and suffix ietters. Write these serial numbers in
the space provided on this page.
Should you have difficulties with the unit, consuit your
authorized dealer. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
SHOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THESE
UNITS YOURSELF. Only your dealer is authorized to
repair or replace units on this drive under the terms of
the warranty. Should you desire additional information
not found in this manual, contact your authorized Cub
Cadet dealer.
NOTE
LEFT and RIGHT indicate the left and right
sides of the tractor when facing fonward in
the driver’s seat. Reference to FRONT indi
cates grille end of the tractor; to REAR the
drawbar end.
Chassis serial number plate is located near left rear
fender. (See Figure 1.)
CHASSIS SERIAL NUMBER
Figure 1
Engine serial number is located on the left hand, for
ward part of engine at engine rrx>unting plate. (See
Figure 2.)
ENGINE
SERIAL
NUMBER
MODEL.
DELIVERY DATE.
SECTION I. CONTROLS
Your Cub Cadet Tracxor has been safety engineered.
Thoroughly acquaint yourself with all the instruments
A. Low Oil Indicator
B. Low Fuel Indicator
C. Amp Indicator
D. Temp Indicator
E. Hour Meter
F. Reverse "R” Indicator
G. Disengage PTO Indicator
H. Depress Left Pedal Indicator
I. Speed Control Lever
J. Lift Height indicator
K. Cam Lock Knob
L. Turning Brake Pedals
M. Turning Brake Lock
N. Ignitlon/Light Switch
O. Tilt Wheel Release Lever
P. Choke Control
Q. Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Shown)
R. Single Pedal Brake Lock
S. Single Brake Pedal
T. Hydraulic Lift Control Lever
U. Throttle Control Lever
V. Front Power Take-Off (PTO) Control Switch
W. Fuse (Not Shown)
X. Safety Interlock Switches (Not Shown)
and controls before attempting to start or operate the
tractor.
Figure 3
A. LOW OIL INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate when the oil level is low.
A
When "LOW OIL" indicator illuminates, stop
the tractor and check the oil level. Continu
ing to operate the tractor could result in
severe damage to the engine.
B. LOW FUEL INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is low.
C. AMP INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate when a problem exists
with the charging system or the battery. If this indica
tor illuminates, stop the tractor and contact your
Cadet Dealer.
CAUTION
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D. TEMP INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate if the engine is overheat
ing.
CAUTION
A
When ’TEMP" indicator illuminates, immedi
ately stop the tractor and allow the engine to
cool. Then check the coolant level in the
radiator and examine the radiator screen for
accumulated debris.
E. HOUR METER
The hour meter indicates the actual hours of engine
operation. This enables the operator to determine
when lubrication, change of oil or periodic inspections
are necessary. It also provides a means of computing
cost of specific jobs. The hour meter operates when
ever the engine is running or the ignition key is in the
"ON" position.
F. REVERSE ”R" INDICATOR
This indicator is illuminated when the tractor is in
reverse. The reverse "R" indicator must be off before
the tractor can be started.
G. DISENGAGE PTO INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate if an attempt is made to
start the tractor with the PTO switch engaged. This
indicator must be off before the tractor can be started.
When starting the tractor, this indicator will briefly
flash.
H. DEPRESS LEFT PEDAL INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate when an attempt is made
to start the tractor with the single brake pedal not fully
depressed.
I. SPEED CONTROL LEVER
NOTE
K. CAM LOCK KNOB
The cam lock knob is used to adjust the cam stop,
which will allow an attached implement to return to a
single preset height. (See Figure 5.)
With the implement at a desired height, release cam
stop by turning locking knob counterclockwise. Turn
cam stop until it contacts tang. Lock cam stop into this
position by turning cam knob clockwise.
Do not rest your foot on the single brake
pedal while driving the tractor as this would
cause the speed control lever to return to the
"N" position.
The lever is used to select any speed from a standstill
“N" position to eight miles per hour in the fonvard
direction and four miles per hour in the reverse direc
tion.
Moving the speed control lever forward provides
increased forward speed, and rrwving the lever rear
ward provides the reverse speeds. (See Figure 3.)
J. LIFT HEIGHT INDICATOR
The lift height indicator will indicate the height of deck
attachment when installed. (See Figure 4.)
Figure 5
1. Locking Knob
2. Cam Stop
3. Tang
Equipment is normally operated in a "Float" position
(implement free to move upward).
To operate equipment in a fixed "Locked" position,
where down pressure of the implement is required
(blade work), remove frame cover and install bolt, 1/2
X 1-1/8 inch (not furnished with tractor), between the
lift arm and lift bracket. (See Figure 6.)
INDICATOR
Figure 4
1. Lift Bracket
2. Hole for Bolt
3. Lift Arm
L. TURNING BRAKE PEDALS
NOTE
CAUTION
A
Use the two turning brake pedals only at low
speeds to maintain control of the tractor
when using rear mounted equipment.
The two turning brake pedals are used for individual
braking of the rear wheels to aid in turning the tractor
in soft soii conditions. (See Figure 7.) Depress the
outside turning brake pedal to slow or stop the right
rear tractor wheei; depress the inside turning brake
pedal to slow or stop the left rear tractor wheel. The
tractor will turn in the direction of the wheel that is
slowed or stopped.
Turning brake pedais must be latched
together when operating the tractor in trans
port speeds.
The turning brake iock is located in the top edge of the
outside turning brake pedal (see Figure 7) and is used
to lock the two turning brake pedals together to pro
vide simultaneous braking to both rear wheels when
the turning brake pedals are depressed. To lock the
pedals together, pivot the lock and engage it in the slot
on the inside turning brake pedai. For individual brake
action, pivot the lock into the storage slot in the out
side turning brake pedai.
if the turning brake pedals are not locked together and
the single brake pedal is used, only the left rear tractor
wheel is slowed or stopped.
N. IGNITION/LIGHT SWITCH
WARNING
A
Remove the key from the tractor when the
tractor is not in use to prevent accidentai
starting and battery discharge.
Figure 7
1. Turning Brake Pedals
2. Turning Brake Lock
M. TURNING BRAKE LOCK
CAUTION
A
Turning brake pedals should not be used
when mowing lawns. The wheel being
braked may skid and cause iawn damage.
Turning brake pedals should be locked
together.
The combination lights and ignition switch is a fourposition switch. (See Figure 8.)
Figure 8
O. TILT WHEEL RELEASE LEVER
The tilt wheel release lever is used to adjust the steer
ing wheel forward away from the operator or rearward
towards the operator. Refer to ADJUSTING THE
STEERING WHEEL in Section 111.
P. CHOKE CONTROL
The choke control is operated manuaily. Pull knob out
to choke engine. Push knob in to open choke. (See
Figure 3.)
Q. SEAT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
The seat adjustment lever is used to move the seat
forward or rearward. Refer to ADJUSTING THE
SEAT in Section 111.
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R. SINGLE PEDAL BRAKE LOCK
T. HYDRAULIC LIFT CONTROL LEVER
A
The hydrostatic transmission will not hold
the tractor on a hill. In a short period of time
(depending on the steepness of the hill) the
oil will drain from the transmission and allow
the tractor to roll downhill. To avoid an
accident and/or possible injury, engage the
single pedal brake lock.
Always engage the single pedal brake lock when
dismounting the tractor. To lock the brake, the turning
brake pedals must be locked together to provide brak
ing to both rear wheels. Refer to TURNING BRAKE
LOCK." Depress single brake pedal and place the sin
gle pedal brake lock in the engaged position. (See
Figure 9.) To disengage the lock, press down on the
pedal, lift the lock up and place it in the disengaged
position.
,WARNING
NOTE
The engine must be running in order to
operate the hydraulic lift.
The hydraulic lift control lever controls the raising and
lowering of equipment used with the tractor, if
installed. The control lever is spring loaded. To raise
the equipment, pull up on the lever. To lower the
equipment, push down on the lever. (See Figure 10.)
1. Single Brake Pedal
2. Single Pedal Brake Lock
S. SINGLE BRAKE PEDAL
NOTE
Do not rest your foot on the single brake
pedal while driving the tractor as this would
cause the speed control lever to return to the
"N" position.
The single brake pedal must be pressed all the way
down to activate the safety starting switch. When the
single brake pedal is in the depressed position it
automaticaily moves the speed control lever to the "N"
position. (See Figure 9.)
U. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER
This lever controls the sipeed of the engine. When set
in a given position, it will maintain a uniform engine
speed. (See Figure 10.)
NOTE
When using power take-off operated equip
ment, best performance is achieved with the
throttle lever in the "FAST" position.
This symtrol shows slow ("IDLE") posi
tion.
This symbol shows fast position.
V. FRONT POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO) CONTROL
SWITCH
The power take-off (PTO) control switch, which is
located on the left side of the instrument panel,
operates an electric clutch. (See Figure 3.) This elec
tric clutch controls the engagement ("ON”) or disen
gagement ("OFF") of the front PTO.
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W. FUSE
A fuse is located under the hood on the right side of
the battery tray. It is installed to protect the tractor’s
electrical circuitry and components from damage
caused by excessive amperage overload. (See Fig
ure 11.) (Side panel removed for clarity.)
FUSE
X. SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES
The safety interlock system prevents the engine from
cranking or starting unless the single brake pedal is
fully depressed, and the PTO switch is in the "OFF"
position.
FUEL TANK FILLER CAP
The safety interlock system will automatically shut off
the engine if the operator leaves the seat before
engaging the single pedal brake lock.
The safety interlock system will automatically disen
gage the PTO if the operator leaves the seat with the
PTO in the "RUN" position, or the unit is shifted into
reverse with the PTO in the "RUN" position. To reen
gage the PTO. place the speed control lever in neutral
("N"), move the PTO switch into the "OFF" position
and then engage the PTO while seated.
FUEL TANK
The fuel tank is located in the rear of the tractor. The
fuel tank filler cap is located on the left rear fender.
The main fuel shut-off valves are located on the bot
tom (left and right sides) of the tank. These valves
control the flow of fuel to the engine. To open the
valves turn the knobs counterclockwise until they stop.
To close the valves turn the knobs clockwise until they
are tight. (See Figure 12.)
HOOD AND SIDE PANELS
The tractor hood is arranged to swing up and forward
for easy access to the engine compartment. (See Fig
ure 13.) Whenever engine maintenance is required,
the side panels can be removed.
Figure 13
1. Side Panel (One On Each Side)
2. Hood
WARNING
A
To avoid burns from hot engine or muffler,
remove side panels only when engine is
cold.
To remove either right or left side panel, proceed as
follows:
1. Engage the single pedal brake lock. Raise the
hood. Refer to Figure 14 and at top rear of side
panel remove wing nut and flat washer.
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NOTE: LEFT SIDE PANEL SHOWN
Figure 14
1. Wing Nut
2. Flat Washer
3. Side Panel
Loosen LEFT front side panel by applying pres
2.
sure to side of grille and gently pulling on side
panel until the snaps pop out of grille side flange.
(See Figure 15.)
3.
Loosen RIGHT front side panel by first popping
the top snap out of the grille side flange. Then
grasp front of panel below muffler and pull gently
to rerrx)ve bottom snap. (See Figure 16.)
RIGHT SIDE PANEL
NOTE
Be sure both top and bottom snaps have
popped out.
LEFT SIDE PANEL
Figure 15
1. Snap
2. Grille
3. Side Panel
4. Grille Side Flange
Figure 16
4. Locate the lock tab and dash panel lock in Figure
17.
1.
Side Panel
Lock Tab
2.
Dash Panel Lock
3.
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Remove LEFT or RIGHT side panel as follows:
5.
Unseat lock tab by gently pulling front of side
panel towards you. Then pull up and slide panel
forward to disengage dash panel lock. {See Fig
ure 18.)
NOTE: LEFT SIDE PANEL SHOWN
Figure 18
1. Lock Tab
2. Side Panel
3. Dash Panel Lock
SIDE
PANEL
NOTE: LEFT SIDE PANEL SHOWN
Figure 20
3. Grasp top center of panel as shown in Figure 21
and gently pull toward you in order to position
mounting hole over stud.
4. Gently pull tip of dash panel toward you and push
in and engage dash panel lock. (See Figure 22.)
5. Install flat washer and wing nut.
To install panels:
1. Position right side panel with front cut out area
placed behind the muffler as shown in Figure 19.
Slide fonward positioning panel on tractor and
secure two front snaps.
Figure 19
Position left side panel on tractor and secure two
front snaps.
Figure 21
NOTE
Make sure upper front corner of both side
panels are inside lip on grille as shown in
Figure 20.
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