Cub Cadet 23HP Z-Force 60 User Manual

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Hydrostatic Zero-Turn

Residential Riding Mower

Turf Equipment

MODEL

23HP Z-Force 60

OPERATOR’S AND SERVICE MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

General Safety Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

A.General Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

B. Slope Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

C.Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

D.Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

A. General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

B. Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

C.Initial Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

D. Zero Turn Break-In and Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

E.Mower Cutting Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Maintenance and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

A. Mower Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

B. Hydraulic Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

C.Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

D. Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

E. Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

G.Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Performance Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

B. Engine RPM Check and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

C.Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

D. Deck Center Anti-Scalp Roller Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

E. Lap Bar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

F.Deck Leveling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Wiring Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Slope Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents:

D409,208; 5,946,894; 6,070,690

FOREWORD

The Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower provides superb maneuverability and mid-mount cutting. The machine incorporates many safety features that should be studied by all operators before use. The list of safety precautions should receive particular attention.

This manual presents all of the operating and maintenance instructions necessary to keep your mower at peak efficiency. If operated and maintained properly, your mower will give dependable service.

CAUTION:

Only thoroughly trained persons should operate and maintain this mower. This machine can cause serious injury to anyone who misuses it and does not understand its operation. For their personal safety, all operators are required to read this entire manual before operating the mower.

Hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent upon the design and configuration of the equipment. Awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the equipment, are essential for hazard control and accident prevention.

NOTE: The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with

regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s owner’s/operator’s manual, packed seperately with your unit, for more information.

WARNING

• The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

• 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 main tained 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 to federal lands. A spark arrester muffler may be available.

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORT ANT 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 ATTEMPT ING TO OPERA TE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MA Y

RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE TH IS SYMBOL -

Y our 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

DANGER

of the operator can result in injury . This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet or throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

HEED ITS W ARNING.

GENERAL SAFETY OPERATIONS

A. GENERAL OPERATION

1. Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before start ing. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2. Only allow responsible individuals familiar with the instructions to operate the machine. Know the controls and how to stop the machine quickly.

3. Do not put hands or feet under the cutting deck or near rotating parts.

4. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. which could be picked up and thrown by the blades. 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, animals, bystanders and helpers at least 75 feet from the mower while it is in operation. Always wear safety glasses with side shields or safety goggles during operation or while performing and adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects. Stop the blades when cross ing gravel drives, walks or roads.

5. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

6. Never carry passengers.

7. Disengage the blades before shifting into reverse and backing up. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

8. 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.

9. Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.

10. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off the blades, place the transmis sion in neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove key before dismounting.

11. Turn off blades when not mowing.

12. Stop the engine and wait until the blades come to a complete stop before (a) removing the grass catcher or unclogging chute, or (b) making any repairs, adjusting or removing any grass or debris.

13. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

14. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

15. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

16. 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.

17. Never make a cutting height adjustment while the engine is running if the operator must dis mount to do so.

18. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and closefitting 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.

19. 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.

20. Disengage all attachment clutches, set the parking brake to the on position and put the lap bars to the neutral or out position, before attempting to start the engine.

21. 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.

22. Use only accessories approved for this machine by Cub Cadet. Read, understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory.

B. 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.

For your safety, use the slope gauge included as a part of this manual (see pg. 30) to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this unit on that area or serious injury could result.

DO:

• Mow across slopes, not up and down.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide

obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacture’s recommendations for counterweights with attachments to improve sta bility.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid acceleration or deceleration could cause the front of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards, which could cause serious injury.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and pro ceed slowly straight down the slope.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly and use extra care.

• 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.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use the grass catcher on steep slopes.

C. 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

2. Be alert and turn the machine off if children

3. Before and when backing up, look behind and

4. Never carry children, even with the blades off.

5. Never allow children under 14 years old to

6. Use extra care when approaching blind cor-

DO NOT:

activity. Never assume that children will

remain where you last saw them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of an adult other than the operator.

enter the area.

down

for small children.

They may fall off and be seriously injured or may interfere with safe machine operation.

operate the machine. Children 14 years and over should only operate the machine under close parental supervision and proper instruc tion.

ners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child or other hazard.

7. Remove the key when the machine is left unattended to prevent unauthorized opera tion.

D. SERVICE

1. Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are extremely flammable

and the vapors are explosive.

a. Use only an approved con-

tainer.

b. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with

the engine running. Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

c. Replace the fuel cap securely and

wipe off any spilled fuel before starting the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.

d. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes

and other sources of ignition.

e. Never refuel the machine indoors

because fuel vapors will accumulate in the area.

f. 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.

g. Prevent fire and explosion caused by

static electric discharge. Use only nonmetal, portable fuel containers approved by the Underwriter’s Labora tory (U.L.) or the American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM). If using a funnel, make sure it is plastic and has no screen or filter.

h. Static electric discharge can ignite

gasoline vapors in a non-grounded fuel container. Remove the fuel container from the bed of a vehicle or the trunk of a car and place on the ground away from the vehicle before filling. Keep nozzle in contact with container open ing while filling.

i. When practical, remove equipment

from trailers or truck beds and re-fuel them on the ground. If this is not possi ble, use a portable, plastic fuel container to re-fuel equipment on a truck bed or trailer.

2. Batteries are stored electrical energy devices that may be serviceable with removable caps.

a. The electrolyte levels can be checked,

3. Never run a machine inside a closed area.

4. To reduce fire hazard, keep the machine free

5. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make

6. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at

7. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be

8. Never tamper with safety devices. Check

or may be non-serviceable (no attempt should be made to open the vents).

b. Batteries may contain lead (Pb) and

sulfuric acid, and they must be recycled and not disposed of nor aban doned. Sulfuric acid can cause severe burns, and in the event of contact, the areas should be flushed with water and a physician contacted. Battery cases should not be punctured. Lead is poisonous and is contained within the positive and negative terminals as well as within the battery’s internal grid-work of plates and active materi als.

c. Explosive gases are generated when

batteries are re-charged, so sparks, flames and heat sources should be avoided. Loose connections at the battery terminals can produce sprks and heat...connections to the terminals must be kept tight, and the terminals and battery surfaces kept clean of acids and corrosion. If batteries are re-charged or “jumped” from external sources, make sure that the connec tions are made properly and in the correct sequence (see page 19 under jump starting).

of grass, leaves or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow the machine to cool at least 5 minutes before stor ing.

certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug to pre vent accidental starting.

frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also visually inspect blades for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace with blades which meet original equipment specifi cations.

sure the equipment is in safe working condi tion.

their proper operation regularly. Use all guards as instructed in this manual.

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.

9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug and thor oughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating the machine.

10. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For your safety protection, frequently check the components and replace with man ufacturers recommended parts when necessary.

11. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra cau tion when servicing blades.

12. Check park brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

13. Muffler, engine and belt guards become hot during operation and can cause a burn. Allow to cool down before touching.

14. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds are dangerous.

15. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment and the ecology. a. Prior to disposal, contact your local

Environmental Protection Agency to determine the proper method for dis posing of the waste. Recycling centers are established to properly dispose of materials in an environmen tally safe fashion.

b. Use proper containers when draining

fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them. Properly dis pose of the containers immediately following the draining of fluids.

c. DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the

ground, down 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.

16. We do not recommend the use of high pressure washers to clean your unit. They may cause damage to electrical components; spin dles; pulleys; bearings; or the engine.

SAFETY DECALS

WARNING

SHIELD MISSING

DO NOT OPERATE

Part Number: 00030635

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, D O NOT O PERATE MOW ER UNLESS

DI SCHARGE CHUT E COVER O R GRASS

CATCHER IS IN IT S PROPER PLACE.

DANGER

K EEP HAND S and FE ET AW AY

Part Number: 01002166

DANGER

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY. DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE.

ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING.

Part Number: 777S30503

S30503

Part Number: 01003451

Part Number: 01003452

! WARNING

Engage parking brake when leaving the machine. Do not add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug before adjusting or servicing. Before leaving operator's position: Disengage implement drive. Place speed controls in neutral and set park brake. Wait for all movement to stop. Do not allow operation by untrained personnel.

Part Number: 02000162

! WARNING

Serious bodily injury may result from failure to follow safe operating procedures. Read the Operator's Manual before operating this machine. Clear area of debris and other objects before mowing. Do not operate machine when children and others are around. Do not operate machine without guards, shields and safety devices in place and working. Avoid slopes greater than 15 degrees. Slow down and use caution on slopes. Go across slopes!

Part Number: 01006536

OFF

Part Number: 02000163

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL INFO. Controls: Engine ignition and start switch; throttle; choke; left and right

steering levers; electric blade clutch switch; parking brake; mower deck lift

Parking Brake: Internal, mechanical linkage attached to the brake handle Seat: Adjustable seat with armrests. 5" Adjustment (fore-aft) Frame: 2” Steel square tube and plate, all welded construction Instrumentation: Hour meter, Tachometer, Maintenance-minder Front Caster Wheels: 11 x 4 - 5.00 Drive Wheels: 23 x 9.5 - 12 Turf Pro Tire Pressure: 8-10 psi Rear, 20-25 psi front caster Fuel Tank: Two 5 gallon w/individual shutoff valves Ground Speed: 0-8.0 + MPH forward. 0-4.3 MPH reverse Net Weight: 863 lbs. w/60" deck

ENGINE INFO. Engine: 23 HP Kohler, 23 HP Kawasaki Type: Vertical crankshaft, air cooled V-Twin Air Cleaner: Paper Element Lube System: Pressurized with oil filter Hydraulic System: 2 quarts and 1 pint filter per transaxle Starter: 12-volt electric Blade Brake Clutch: Electric

TRACTION DRIVE INFO. Traction Drive: Engine to two variable-speed hydraulic pump/motor, Hydro-Gear

ZT-2800 transaxles

CUTTER DECK INFO. Cutter Deck;Drive: 60", Belt Driven Deck Lift: Hand lever w/pin lock for height adjustment Cutting Height: 1-1/2" to 4" No. of Blades 3, belt-driven, power take-off from engine

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Figure. 1 Figure. 2

Electric Blade Clutch Switch

Ignition Switch

Tach and Hour Meter

A.General

1. When Mowing:

a. Keep adults, children, and pets away from

the area to be mowed.

b. When operating this mower, in the forward

direction, do not allow the steering levers to return to Neutral on their own. Always maintain a firm grip on the levers, operate them smoothly and avoid any sudden movements of the levers when starting and stopping.

c. If the mower is equipped for side dis-

charge, never use the mower without the discharge chute installed and placed in the down position.

d. Always remove debris and other objects

from the area to be mowed (Note: debris

and loose grass will reduce traction). e. Mow only in daylight. f. Watch for holes, sprinkler heads, and other

hidden hazards. g. Avoid driving too close to trees, creeks,

ditches, sand traps, and other obstacles. h. Before backing up, check behind and

watch where you are going. i. Always reduce speed when making a turn,

and when grass is wet. j. Always mow across slopes, never up and

down the slope. Do not operate on steep

slopes and slow down before turning.

Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at

the bottom and work up to the top. Use

extra care and go slowly when turning

downhill. Control the speed and direction

of the zero turn machine “primarily” with

the speed/directional control (lap bar) of

the downhill side of the machine...I.E.,

maintain the uphill side lap bar “essen

tially” in a fixed position.

Engine throttle

Choke Lever

k. Be careful when crossing gravel paths or

roadways. Always turn off the blade clutch switch and wait until the blades stop rotat ing and raise the cutting deck to the transport position. Always allow other vehicles to have the right of way.

l. If you hit a solid object while mowing, turn

off the blade clutch switch, place the steer ing levers in the neutral, opened-out position, move the throttle to slow, set the parking brake, shut off the engine, and take the key from the ignition switch. Inspect for damage. Repair the damage. Make sure the blades are in good condition and that the blade bolts are tight before restarting the engine.

m. Never leave the mower unattended without

observing the following: turn off the blade clutch switch, placing the steering levers in the neutral open-out position, moving the throttle to slow, setting the parking brake, shutting off the engine and taking the key from the ignition switch.

n. Never walk or stand on the discharge side

of the mower when the engine is running. Turn off the blade clutch switch if another person approaches while you are operat ing the mower.

o. Never attempt to operate the traction unit

without having the mowing deck attached.

p. Keep the mower and especially the engine

and hydraulic components clean and free of grease, grass, and leaves to reduce the chance of fire and permit proper cooling.

q. Always mow at full throttle.

2. Safety Awareness when Mowing

a. Do not operate on steep slopes, those

above 15 degrees (27% slope).

b. Avoid turning downhill if possible, if not use

extra care and go slowly. c. Avoid turning when going downhill, traction

is at a minimum going downhill. d. Do not operate with discharge side of the

mower toward streets, buildings, play

grounds, parking lots, other machines, ani-

mals, and other people. e. Avoid operation or use extreme care if the

traction surface is wet, unstable, or slip

pery. f. Use extra care when grass clippings,

leaves, pine needles, or debris are present

as traction can be reduced. g. Slow-down before turning and come to a

complete stop before any zero turn maneu

ver. h. Do not stop machine or park machine over

combustible materials such as dry grass,

leaves, debris, etc.

3. To Mow Grass and Produce a Striped Pattern

a. Pick a point on the opposite side of the

area to be mowed (post, tree, shrub, etc.).

b. If on an hillside, start at the bottom so that

the turns are uphill rather than downhill.

c. Align the mower so as to head directly

toward the object on the far side.

d. Slowly increase the speed of the machine

to match cutting conditions, terrain, and operator familiarity with the controls and keep the machine headed directly toward the alignment object. Do not go fast as to reduce cut quality or to be uncomfortable in controlling the speed and direction of the machine.

e. When approaching the other end of a strip,

slow down or stop before turning. A U-turn is recommended unless a zero turn is required. The speed of a U-turn that will allow for machine controllability and mini mal turf defacement will be dependent on several factors including: the speed of the turn, the radius of the turn, the tire tread pattern, the traction coefficient of the tire to the traction surface, the slope of the trac tion surface.

f. Remember, a zero turn requires that the

forward or reverse travel of the machine be stopped prior to the initiation of the turn or severe turf defacement can occur.

g. To prevent rutting or grooving of the turf,

change the direction that the strips are mowed by approximately 45 degrees the next and each subsequent time that the area is mowed.

B.Controls

Engine Ignition and Start Switch:

ure 1.) Located on the instrument housing below the right side of the operator’s seat. When the key is inserted and turned clock wise, 45 degrees, the ignition circuit is closed. Turning the switch further against spring pres sure starts the engine. The engine will only start if the blade clutch switch is in the “off” position, the parking brake is engaged and the left and right steering levers are in the neutral, opened-out position. The key should always be removed from the switch if the operator leaves the mower’s seat.

Engine Throttle Control:

Located on the left side of the mower next to the operator’s seat. Moving the throttle control from the rear to the front will increase the engine speed from slow to fast.

Left and Right Steering Levers:

3.) These hinged levers open out to the side in the neutral position to permit the operator to be seated or to leave the mower’s seat. The operator, when seated, can pull the levers up to the operating position, a comfortable fore arm’s length away. These levers control all of the movements of the mower. Pushing both levers forward causes the mower to move for ward. Pulling both levers back causes the mower to move backward. Pushing one lever ahead of the other lever causes the traction wheel on the side where the lever is ahead to rotate faster than the other traction wheel, making the mower turn toward the side where the lever is behind. When one lever is pushed forward and the other lever pulled back the same amount, one traction wheel will turn in reverse and the mower will turn within its own length.

In order to start the engine, both steering levers must be opened out to the side in the neutral position; the parking brake must be engaged; and the blade clutch switch must be “off”. However, once the engine starts, the parking brake must be released before the operator places the steering levers into the operating position or the engine will automatically shut off.

Note: The Steering Lever will return toward

neutral when released, but they should be placed in neutral by the driver. If the Drive Handles are not placed in neutral, the tractor may creep.

(See Fig-

(See Figure 2.)

(See Figure

Steering Levers

Deck Lift Handle

Brake

Figure. 3

Electric Blade Clutch Switch:

(See Figure

1.) Located on the right side of the mower beside the ignition switch. This is an “on/off” push pull switch that controls the electric blade clutch which supplies power to the cut ting blades through the PTO. The switch must be turned off to start the engine and should be turned off for safety any time another per son approaches the mower or the mowing deck is raised to the transport position. Power to the electric clutch will also be cut off if the operator leaves the operator’s seat.

Parking Brake:

(See Figure 3.) Located on the left side of the traction unit. The handle is an overcenter lever which applies the internal drum-type brake on each drive wheel when the handle is pulled to the rear. The brake must be engaged in order to start the engine.

Deck Lift Handle and Optional Foot Pedal Lift Assist:

(See Figure 3.) Located on the right front corner of the mowing deck.To raise the mowing deck to the transport position, the lever is pulled to the rear and moved inward to lock into a stop for transport. To lower the mowing deck, raise the deck lift handle and move it outward. This allows the handle to move forward, lowering the deck to the cutting position. The foot pedal lift assist (not pictured above) can provide “lift assist” to the hand lever or with “foot effort only”. To provide assistance to the lift handle: remove the hair pin clip from the locking pin and remove the pin from the pedal assembly. Fold the pedal down to the horizontal position so the hole in the pedal aligns with the hole in the lever. Reinstall the locking pin and hairpin clip. Pull on the Lift handle and depress the foot pedal to raise the deck. Lifting with “foot effort only” depress the foot pedal (the hand lever will lock into transport position if fully depressed). To release the lift mechanism depress the foot pedal, move the hand lever outward and slowly reduce foot pedal effort to lower the

Figure. 4

Fuel Shutoff Valve

mechanism. To service the unit: Remove the hairpin clip from the locking pin and remove the pin from the pedal assembly. Fold the pedal up to vertical position so the hole in the pedal aligns with the hole in the lever. Rein

stall the locking pin and hairpin clip. This is

the required position for the foot pedal for the foot platform to tilt forward and to access

some of the machines components.

Fuel Shutoff Valve:

(See Figure 4.) Located on top of the fuel tank. When turned in a clockwise direction until it stops, it will shut off the flow of fuel to the engine. When turned in a counterclockwise direction it will open and allow fuel to flow to the engine. Close this valve if you are not going to run the mower for a period of 30 minutes or more to prevent flooding the engine.

Seat Adjustment Lever:

The Seat Adjustment Lever is located beneath the seat. The Seat Adjustment Lever is used to move the seat forward and backward. To place the seat in the desired position pull the seat adjust

ment lever to the left then push the seat forward or back to the desired position. Release the lever so the seat will lock in place.

Digital Tachometer and Hour Meter:

(See Figure 1) Located on the right side of the mower in front of the ignition switch. When the machine is running the tachometer displays engine rpm. When the machine is off the

tachometer displays running time.

10.

Choke Lever:

(See Figure 2) The Choke Lever is located on the left instrument panel next to the seat. The Choke Lever is operated manually. Having the Choke Lever in the ON position helps the engine to start during initial start-up. During normal operation the Choke Lever should be in the OFF position.

Note: There will be a flashing “LUBE” for

each recommended lubrication interval. There is a flashing “OIL” at each recommended engine oil and filter change.

C.Initial Adjustments

1. Check the fluid levels and tires:

Note: These checks should be made daily,

before starting the engine.

a. Fuel: Using a good grade of unleaded,

regular gasoline (for a gasoline engine), fill the fuel tank (beside the engine on the left or right side of the mower). When the fuel reaches one inch from the top of the tank, stop. DO NOT OVERFILL. Space must be left for expansion.

b. Engine Oil: (Filled at the factory before

shipment.) Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe it off and reinsert it. Pull it out again and read the oil level. If it is below the operating range, add oil through the fill tube using a funnel to bring it up to the top of the operat ing range.

Note: Gasoline Engine: Use SAE 10W30 or

SAE 10W40 engine oil, rated for service SJ.

c. Hydraulic Oil: (Filled at the factory before

shipment.) The hydraulic oil tank is located behind the operator’s seat. Always wipe off the area around the oil tank fill neck before checking the oil level to prevent dirt from contaminating the oil. Remove the cap and make sure the oil level is at the full cold line on the oil tank. If the oil level is low, fill with a good grade of SAE15W-40 oil.

d. Tires: 8-10 psi Rear, 20-25 psi Front

Caster Tires

engine, remove the key from the ignition switch, remove connection of the spark plugs and using the transport lever, lower the mowing deck into the cutting position.

b. Using a ruler, pencil and paper, measure

and note the distance from the paved sur face to the bottom edge of the mowing blade at the front and the back of the deck on each side of the mower. (Four dimen sions.)

Note: The front edge of the mowing deck

should be 1/8"-1/4" below the rear edge of the deck so that the blades are cutting grass in only the front half of their circular path. This decreases friction and reduces the drive power required.

c. If the dimension at the front of the mowing

deck is 1/8"-1/4" lower than the dimension at the rear of the deck on each side of the mower, do not adjust. If not, you will need to adjust the Deck Lift Spring Assist (See Figure 5). You may also need to adjust the Deck Links (See Figure 5).

Deck Lift Spring inner nut

Note: New tires are overinflated in order to

properly seat the bead to the rim. The normal working pressure for the traction tires is 8-10 psi. The front caster wheels should be inflated to 30 psi.

2. Check that all Nuts, Bolts and Screws are Tight.

3. Check the tension of the deck drive belts.

a. Remove the deck cover b. The tension of the deck drive belts are

maintained by a spring mechanism that adjusts for wear and stretch.

c. Examine the belts for cuts, fraying, and

excessive wear. Replace if any of these are detected.

d. Replace the deck cover.

Adjust the Mowing Deck:

is set anywhere in the range of 1-1/2" to 5-1/ 2". You may need to adjust the mowing deck to achieve the proper angle for mowing. Fol low the procedures below to set the appropriate angle to the mowing deck.

a. Park the mower on a flat paved surface,

engage the parking brake, shut off the

The cutting height

Figure. 5

d. Lower the mower deck to the cutting posi-

tion. With a wrench loosen the inner rear nut on the Deck Lift Spring Assist. To adjust the deck up or down, use a wrench and with a few turns, adjust clockwise or counter clockwise the outer rear nut of the Deck Lift Spring Assist. Repeat this proce dure on the opposite side of the Mower. Once the deck is adjusted, retighten bolts.

e. With the deck still in the cutting position,

adjust the Deck Links. With a wrench loosen the top inner bolt of the Deck Link. To adjust the side of the deck up or down turn the top bolt clockwise or counter clockwise a few turns. Adjust both front and rear Deck links as necessary. Retighten nuts.

f. Raise the mowing deck to the transport

position using the transport lever.

g. Use the transport lever to lower the mow-

ing deck to the cutting position and repeat step “b.” above to make sure that the

Deck Links

desired cutting height has been attained. If the dimensions are not correct, repeat steps “c.” through “f.” above.

5. Lubricate all fittings listed in the maintenance section.

D. Zero Turn Break-In And Operating Procedures

DANGER:

Reread the “When Mowing” Safety Precautions.

The following procedures are suggested for operators of ride-on machines which have zero turn capabilities.

1. Orientation:

a. Read the entire Operator’s Manual. b. Sit on the machine, adjust the seat before-

and-after, then adjust the speed/directional (lap bar) controls (they can be adjusted upand-down — 9/16" wrench required). Optional lapbar can also be adjusted fore and aft.

c. Become familiar with all of the machine

controls, instrumentation, safety and instruction signs, and safety devices.

d. Move (or have moved) the machine to a

safe, level area with no obstructions includ ing objects, pedestrians, and animals.

2. Initial Operation:

a. Use protective equipment for eyes, hands,

hearing, feet, legs, head and other areas of the body if needed — safety eye glasses, gloves, earplugs, boots, hats, etc.

WARNING:

Hearing Protection is required for all operator exposure exceeding two (2) hours.

b. Ensure that the area is free of animals and

bystanders, especially children!

c. Survey the area where the equipment is to

be used to make sure it is free of debris, sticks, stones, wires, bones, and other for eign objects which could cause injury to bystanders, damage to the machine, or damage to nearby facilities.

d. Inspect the machine to make sure:

1. All guards, shields (including mower chute deflector) are in their proper place, are secure, and are functional.

2. That there are no spilled or leaking fuel or oil sources, nor loose fuel or hydraulic tank caps, hoses or fittings.

3. That there are no loose or missing hardware nor any missing items.

4. That no non-approved devices are installed.

5. That all safety signs and decals are properly installed and legible.

e. This is a one person machine, operator

only! Riders are not permitted under any circumstance!

f. To start the engine on the machine:

1. Make sure the park brake is set to the “UP” position, both lap bars are in the neutral/start (opened-out) position, and the Power Take Off (PTO also referred to as blade control switch) is in the “off” (down) position.

2. Push the choke control forward to the on position and the engine speed control (throttle) forward (half way).

3. Insert the ignition key, turn the switch toward the spring-loaded “Start” position, maintain the Start position until the engine begins to run, then release the switch (it will return to the “Run” posi tion).

4. Retard the choke slowly by pulling it rearward. If the engine is “cold”, the choke may need to be partially applied for a few minutes. Be sure to totally pull the choke to the off position after the

engine has “warmed up”.

g. Check safety devices:

1. With the park brake engaged, move one of the lap bars (speed/directional control) from the neutral/start position to the neu tral position (out of the slot, toward the center of the machine) — the engine should stop running. Move the lap bars back to the neutral/start position and the engine should run.

2. Repeat this procedure with the opposite side lap bars.

3. With the park brake engaged and the lap bars in the neutral/start position, advance the engine speed control com pletely forward (Hi-idle), engage the PTO control switch (pull upward), then lift off the seat — the engine should stop run ning. Sit down and the engine should run. Turn off the PTO by pushing the control switch down.

h. To drive in the FORWARD direction:

1. Set the engine speed to 2000 to 2500 rpm (refer to tachometer on right control panel). This must be increased to full speed (3525-3675 rpm) after becoming familiar with the machine.

2. Release the park brake to the down position.

3. Move both lap bars out of the neutral/ start position to the neutral position

(toward center of machine). Slowly, move both lap bars toward the front of the machine until the machine begins to move forward — release the lap bars and the machine should stop. The more that the lap bars are moved toward the front of the machine, the faster the machine will move in the forward direc tion. Release the lap bars and the machine should stop traveling forward. (This is a safety check, the normal pro cedure is for the operator to slowly bring the lap bars to the neutral position).

4. Do not advance the lap bars rapidly as this could cause turf defacement, loss of traction, and/or instability.

5. To turn, advance one lap bar ahead of the other and the machine will turn toward the opposite from the side that was advanced — I.E. to turn clockwise (to the Right), move the LEFT lap bar for ward more than the right side, and to turn counter-clockwise (to the LEFT), move the RIGHT lap bar forward more than the left side. NOTE: If one lap bar is in the neutral position and the other is advanced, the turn side tire will not rotate and a “pivot turn” will be executed — turf defacement could occur (if on grass) as well as potential damages to the traction surface and the tire. If the lap bar on the turn side is not brought all the way to neutral, then the turn side tire will continue to rotate and a “U-turn” will be executed with a low potential for turf defacement as well as traction surface and tire damage.

i. To drive in the REVERSE direction:

1. Make sure no bystanders, animals, or objects are behind the machine. Look behind the machine, and use extreme care.

2. Slowly, move both lap bars toward the rear of the machine until the machine begins to move rearward. Release the lap bars and the machine should stop. The more the lap bars are moved toward the rear of the machine, the faster the machine will move in the reverse direc tion. Release the lap bars and the machine should stop traveling in reverse (this is a safety check, the normal proce dure is for the operator to slowly bring the lap bars to the neutral position).

3. Do not retard the lap bars rapidly as this could cause turf defacement and/or loss of traction.

4. To turn, retard one lap bar ahead of the other and the machine will turn toward

the same side that was retarded — I.E., to turn counter-clockwise (to the LEFT), move the LEFT lap bar rearward more than the right side, and to turn clockwise (to the RIGHT), move the RIGHT lap bar rearward more than the left side. NOTE: If one lap bar is in the neutral position

3. Start the Engine:

and the other is retarded, the turn side tire will not rotate and a “pivot turn” will be executed. Turf defacement could occur (if on grass) as well as potential damages to the traction surface and the tire. If the lap bar on the turn side is not brought all the way to neutral, then the turn side tire will continue to rotate and a “U-turn” will be executed with a low potential for turf defacement as well as traction surface and tire damage.

j. To perform a “zero turn”:

1. Please note, a zero turn maneuver can not be executed while the machine is moving in the Forward or, Reverse direc tions, the machine must come to a stop first.

2. To turn clockwise, slowly move the LEFT lap bar forward while simultaneously moving the RIGHT lap bar rearward. Release both lap bars and the machine should stop turning.

3. To turn counter-clockwise, slowly move the RIGHT lap bar forward while simulta neously moving the LEFT lap bar rearward. Release both lap bars and the machine should stop turning (this is a safety check, the normal procedure is for the operator to slowly bring the lap bars to the neutral position).

a. Open the fuel shutoff valve. b. Sit on the Seat. Set the parking brake

“On”.

c. Move the left and right steering levers to

the neutral, opened-out position. d. Turn the electric blade clutch switch “Off”. e. Push the throttle control to a position a

third of the way between slow and fast. f. Insert the key in the ignition and start

switch and turn the switch to “On”. g. Gasoline Engine: If the engine is cold,

push the choke to the on position. h. Turn the ignition key in a clockwise direc-

tion to the “Start” position until the engine

starts.

Note: Do not hold the key in the “Start”

position for more than 10 seconds or you may damage the starter. If the engine does not start in this time, wait about 30 seconds and try again.

i. Gasoline Engine: Once the engine starts,

push the choke on halfway and as the engine warms, push the choke off all the way.

Operating the Mower:

ing-radius mower is not like operating a tractor-type riding mower. The zero-turning-radius mower is much more maneuverable and much less fatiguing to operate. However, get ting used to the fingertip control of the zeroturning-radius mower takes some practice. We strongly recommend that you locate a “test area” where you can operate the mower

for about 30 minutes without being disturbed. a. Get into the operator’s seat. b. Start the engine. c. Use the transport lever to raise the mowing

deck to the transport position. Make sure the blade clutch switch is off.

d. After the engine has warmed, adjust the

throttle to the fast position. e. Release the parking brake. f. Fold in the steering levers to the operating

position.

Operating a zero-turn-

WARNING:

When operating this mower forward, do not allow the steering levers to return to the neutral position on their own. Always maintain a firm grip on the steering levers, operate them smoothly and avoid any sudden movements of the levers when starting or stopping.

g. To go forward, move both steering levers

slightly forward and the mower will slowly move forward. The farther you move the levers forward the faster the mower will go forward.

h. To back up, move both steering levers

slightly backward and the mower will slowly move backward. The farther you move the levers backward the faster the mower will go backward.

i. To turn, pull the lever back on the side to

which you want to turn. The farther back you pull the lever, the faster and more sharply you will turn. Initially, you will have to be careful to avoid turning to fast and too far.

j. After you have mastered operating the

mower, use the transport lever to lower the mowing deck to the cutting position and pull on the electric blade clutch switch to start the blades rotating.

k. Practice mowing in straight passes. When

you feel confident, slowly practice mowing around obstacles such as trees.

5. Parking the Mower:

a. Push off the electric blade clutch switch. b. Use the Deck Lift Handle to raise the mow-

ing deck to the transport position.

c. Drive the mower to the cleanup or storage

area. d. Move the throttle to slow. e. Place the steering levers in the neutral

position. f. Set the parking brake. g. Turn off the ignition switch and take the key

from the switch. h. Close the fuel shutoff valves.

E. Mower Cutting Blades

The blades normally “factory installed” on a mower afford the best grass cutting performance on the majority of grasses and mowing conditions; however, there will be occasions whereby the grass type, stage of grass growth, soil conditions, and weather conditions will require different cutting blade types. Since the mower decks are designed so that over-lap of the cutting blades generally exceed 1.5”, there is no need for orientation of one cutting blade to an adjacent blade (I.E., the blades do not need to be “timed” nor synchronized).

Hi-lift- These are generally the best cutting blades for most grasses and mowing conditions. These blades will provide extra “lift” for the thinner leaf grasses, will handle lush grasses, and will provide maximum grass and debris discharge. These blades are generally required for material collection sys tems. More horsepower is required for these blades when compared to others, and they generally pro duce the highest noise levels.

Medium-lift- These blades require less horsepower than the hi-lift, and they generally work well in wider leaf grasses and some mulch applications.

Low-lift- These blades require less horsepower than hi-lift and medium-lift blades, and they generally work best with wide leaf grasses, sparse grass growth, and sandy soil conditions. They generally produce the lowest noise levels. Bahia blades are configured without offset, and with a maximum amount of sharp ened cutting edge.

Mulch- These blades are generally designed for use in cutting decks equipped with mulch baffles. The shape of the blade generally produces higher turbu lence in order that the grass can be repeatedly cut and re-cut into smaller pieces. These blades gener ally require more horsepower than other blades. Mulch blades work best when the grasses are cut at the highest levels, minimal lengths of grasses are removed, and grass conditions are generally dry.

Linch Pins

Figure. 6

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

WARNING:

Disconnect the spark plug wires or remove the key from the ignition to prevent the engine from accidentally starting before performing any maintenance on this mower.

A. Mower Deck

1. Removing the Mower Deck:

a. Apply the parking brake. Remove ignition

key and both spark plug caps.

b. Lower the cutter deck to the ground. Cap-

ture the lift handle by placing the height of cut clevis pin above the lift handle.

c. Remove tension of the PTO belt by moving

the belt tensioning rod.

Note: There is a certain amount of spring

tension due to the weight of the deck. When removing the lift linkage from the deck the ten sion of the springs will go from the deck to the lift handle. Not capturing the lift handle while removing the lift linkage from the deck will cause it to snap back.

d. Detach the mower drive belt.

e. Remove six linchpins (See Fig. 6) (4) from

the deck and (2) from the front of the mower. Remove the linchpins on the left and right rear side of the cutter deck (2); remove the linchpins on the left and right front side of the cutter deck (2); and remove the linchpins on the front of the

mower (2). f. Turn front caster wheels outward. g. Shift the deck toward the ignition switch

side of the mower and remove.

Height of Cut Clevis Pin

h. To install reverse the process.

2. Changing a Blade:

a. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about

one foot and block it in that position.

b. Wrap a rag around one end of the blade

and grasp it to prevent it from turning, or secure the blade by placing a block of wood between the blade and the deck housing.

c. Use a 1-1/8" socket wrench on the pulley

side of the spindle to secure. d. Remove the hex nut using a 1-1/8" wrench. e. Remove the hex nut. f. To replace the blade reverse the above

process and tighten nut to 100-120 lb ft.

Never mow with dull blades! Blades that are bent should be replaced! The cutting blades are sharp and can cause severe injury. Wrap the cutting surface of the blade with a rag to

avoid injury.

a. Apply the parking brake. b. Clean any debris from the blades. Keep

blades sharp and free of build up at all

times.

c. Sharpen blades evenly at the original 30°

angle to maintain balanced cutting blades.

Do not sharpen the underside of the

blades. Use a electric blade sharpener, a

conventional electric grinder or a hand file

to sharpen the blades. d. Replace any blade with severe nicks or

dents that cannot be removed by filing.

e. Check the balance of the blade after

sharpening by placing it on a blade bal

ancer. Do not use un-balanced blades. f. If the blade dips on one end, file stock off

of the cutting surface on that end.

WARNING:

Cover Plate

Spindle

Figure. 7

Note: Blades that cannot be easily bal-

anced—REPLACE.

3. Changing the Blade Drive Belts:

a. Set the parking brake. Remove ignition key

and both spark plug caps.

b. Unscrew the wing nuts from the deck cov-

ers and remove both covers.

c. Using a 1/2" socket breaker bar or socket

rachet insert the male end into the 1/2" opening in the lower idler arm assembly and pull the idler arm clockwise. While holding the idler arm back, loosen the blade drive belt from the pulley and slide the belt away from the pulley.

d. Remove tension of the PTO belt by moving

the belt tensioning rod. Loosen the belt retaining bolt.

e. Pull the tensioner pulley away from the belt

and remove the PTO belt then remove the blade drive belt.

f. Reverse the process to install the belt.

Note: When replacing belts do not over-

tighten. Adjust the idler pulley so that a tenpound pull with a spring scale between two pulleys deflects the belt about 1/2".

4. Changing the Spindle Assembly

a. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about

one foot and block it in that position. b. Make sure the blade clutch is disengaged. c. Remove the deck cover. d. Remove the drive belts. (See 3. Changing

Blade Drive Belts.) e. Remove the cutter blade. (See 2. Chang-

ing a Blade.)

Hydraulic Tank

Hydro Release Levers

Transmission

Figure. 8

f. Using a wrench or socket rachet remove

four hex nuts, and the four hex head cap screws. Remove the spindle assembly.

B.Hydraulic Oil

WARNING:

Never overfill the hydraulic units. Damage can occur if the oil level is not within the proper operating range.

Note: When adding hydraulic oil, do so in

small quantities and recheck the oil level before adding more. It is important that you do not overfill the reservoir.

Adding Hydraulic Oil

SAE15W 40 or equivalent)

a. Place the Mower on a level surface and

engage the parking brake.

b. Stop the engine and remove the key

from the ignition switch.

c. Clean the area around the Hydraulic Oil fill

neck.

d. Remove the hydraulic fill cap and check

the level. The correct level is at the full cold line on the tank.

e. Pour hydraulic oil into the reservoir up to

the full cold line on the oil tank, if neces sary.

2. Draining Hydraulic Oil

Used hydraulic oil must be disposed of properly. Do not pour it down a drain or sewer, or dump it on open land, this creates an environmental hazard. Please be aware of the environment when disposing of used oil.

a. Place the Mower on a level surface and

engage the parking brake.

b. Stop the engine and remove the key from

the ignition switch.

(use Shell Rimula

c. Remove the mower deck. See Mower Deck

on page 17.

d. Raise the seat forward to expose the

hydraulic oil fill point.

e. Clean the area around the hydraulic fill oil

cap.

f. Remove hydraulic fill oil cap. g. Place a suitable container (at least 2 gal-

lon) under the hydraulic reservoir and the

transaxels.

h. Remove the hydraulic filter from each tran-

saxle to allow hydraulic oil to drain.

(See Figure 8) i. Coat new filter seals with oil before instal-

lation. j. Add hydraulic oil to reservoir until the level

remains at the full cold line on the oil tank. k. Run and purge gearboxes. Check oil level. l. Add proper amount of hydraulic oil to res-

ervoir and repeat step K.

C.Electrical Circuit

Danger:

c. Store the battery with a full charge. A dis-

charged battery will freeze (refer to the table below)..

Specific Gravity Freezing Temp (°F)

1.265 -71

1.250 -62

1.200 -16

1.150 5

1.100 16

d. Recharge battery when ever the specific

gravity value is less than 1.225

3. Battery Removal

Warning:

When removing the cables from the battery

follow these steps to avoid a short between the wrench and the frame.

Read General Safety Precautions Nos. 9 and 10.

Battery:

operator’s seat. Remove the fillcaps and check the level of the liquid electrolyte in the battery every 50 operating hours. If the level in any of the six cells has dropped below the bottom of the split ring inside the fill hole, refill the cell with distilled water. To keep the out side of the battery clean, brush on a strong solution of bicarbonate of soda and water and rinse with clean water. Keep the contacts and cable ends clean with a wire brush and make sure the connections are tight. Coat the termi nals with petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.

Battery Storage:

long periods of time the following guidelines should be taken.

a. Disconnect the battery cables from the ter-

b. Clean the battery before storing. A dirty

The battery is located beneath the

When storing the Mower for

minals and remove the battery.

battery will lose its charge over time.

a. Remove the Negative (black) cable. b. Remove the Positive (red) cable. c. Release the hold down straps. d. Remove the battery without tipping.

4. Installing the Battery

Note: The battery is delivered from the fac-

tory fully charged and filled with electrolyte.

a. Attach the Positive (red) cable. b. Attach the Negative (black) cable. c. Attach the rubber battery strap.

5. Jump Starting

Warning:

Failure to use this starting procedure can cause sparking, and the gases in the battery to explode.

a. Attach the end of the red jumper cable to

the Positive terminal (+) of the charged battery.

b. Attach the other end of the red jumper

cable to the Positive terminal (+) of the low charge battery.

c. Attach the end of the black jumper cable to

the Negative terminal of the charged bat tery.

d. Attach the other end of the black jumper

cable to the frame of the unit with the low charge battery.

Fuses:

between the battery and ignition switch and other electrical components. This is a stan

There is one fuse located in the wiring

dard plug-in type automotive fuse rated at

20.0 amp.

Safety Switches:

switches in the electrical circuit which control the engine. They are (1) the blade clutch switch, (2) the parking brake switch, (3) the left and (4) the right steering lever switches and (5) the seat switch.They operate so that in order to start the engine, the blade clutch switch must be off, the parking brake must be engaged, and both steering levers must be opened-out to the side in the neutral position. Once the engine is started, the seat must be occupied and the parking brake must be released before either of the steering levers is folded up to the operating position or the engine’s electronic ignition will be grounded out and the engine will stop. Also, the seat must be occupied before the blade clutch switch can cause the blades to rotate.

Safety Switch Operation Checks:

lowing operational checks should be made daily.

a. Blade Clutch Switch: Sit in the operator’s

seat. With both steering levers opened-out

in the neutral position and the parking

brake engaged, turn the blade clutch

switch “on” and try to start the engine. The

engine should not start. If it does, the blade

clutch switch must be replaced. If the

engine does not start, turn the blade clutch

switch “off” and start the engine. Now turn

the blade clutch switch “on” and the blades

should rotate. If the blades do not turn, the

blade clutch switch must be replaced, the

seat switch must be replaced or the elec

tric PTO clutch must be repaired. b. Parking Brake Switch: Sit in the opera-

tor’s seat. With both steering levers

opened-out in the neutral position and the

blade clutch switch “off”, release the park

ing brake and try to start the engine. The

engine should not start. If it does, the park

ing brake switch must be repositioned or

perhaps replaced. If the engine does not

start, engage the parking brake and start

the engine. Swing one steering lever up to

the operating position and the engine

should stop. If the engine does not stop,

the parking brake switch must be reposi

tioned or replaced. c. Left and Right Steering Lever Switches:

Sit in the operator’s seat. With both steer

ing levers opened-out in the neutral posi-

tion, the parking brake engaged and the

blade clutch switch “off”, swing the left

steering lever up to the operating position

There are five safety

The fol-

and try to start the engine. The engine should not start. If it does, the left steering lever switch must be repositioned or per haps replaced. Open the left steering lever to the neutral position and swing the right steering lever up to the operating position and try to start the engine. The engine should not start. If it does, the right steer ing lever switch must be repositioned or perhaps replaced. If the engine does not start, Open the right steering lever to the neutral position and start the engine. Swing the left steering lever up to the oper ating position and the engine should stop. If the engine does not stop, the left steering lever switch must be repositioned or replaced. Open the left steering lever out to the neutral position and start the engine. Swing the right steering lever up to the operating position and the engine should stop. If the engine does not stop, the right steering lever switch must be repositioned or replaced.

d. Seat Switch: With both steering levers

opened-out to the neutral position, the parking brake engaged and the blade clutch switch in the “off” position, start the engine. Now release the parking brake, hold down on the back of the operator’s seat against spring pressure, and swing one of the steering levers up to the operat ing position. Release the operator’s seat and the engine should stop. If the engine does not stop, the seat switch must be replaced. With both steering levers folded

out in the neutral position, the parking brake engaged and the blade clutch switch in the “off” position, sit in the operator’s seat and start the engine. Turn the blade clutch switch to the “on” position and the blades should start to rotate. Raise up slightly off the operator’s seat and the blades should stop. If the blades do not stop when you dismount from the opera tor’s seat, the seat switch must be replaced.

e. Electric PTO Clutch: This clutch operates

when the engine is running, the operator is in the operator’s seat and the blade clutch switch is turned on.This electric clutch is a fairly trouble free device. If a problem develops and the blades do not turn, first check the 7.5 amp fuse in the yellow, 16gauge wire between terminal “L” (for the Gasoline Engine) on the ignition switch and the hour meter and then investigate the wiring harness and the connections to

the seat switch, the blade clutch switch and

the electric blade clutch. Then check out

the seat switch, the blade clutch switch and

finally the electric blade clutch.

D.Tires

The two front wheels are caster wheels that are free to swivel to accommodate the direction of the Mower.

The two rear wheels are used to propel the Mower in the direction of input from the drive handles. Inflation pressure of the rear tires is important for stability while the Mower is in operation. If the tire diameter is not equal between the two tires, the Mower will pull to one side.

Inflation Pressure:

a. Traction Tires—20 psi max; 8-10 psi rec-

ommended b. Front Caster Wheel—40 psi max; 20-25

psi recommended c. Cutting Deck Ball Wheels—Solid Polyure-

thane.

Use the Following guidelines for maintaining the tires:

a. Balance inflation pressure between the

rear tires to help maintain straight travel

(see tire side wall for proper inflation pres

sure). b. Keep the valve caps tightened to prevent

air pressure loss.

Leaking Tires:

or replace immediately. The normal procedure is to remove the wheel and replace it with a spare. Take the leaking tire to a maintenance area and repair. If a tire is getting soft, park the mower on the nearest level, paved area. If the leaking tire is on a traction wheel, put blocks on each side of the opposite traction wheel and jack up the tire that leaks about an inch off the ground. Loosen and remove the lug nuts and remove the wheel. Mount a spare wheel and tire, replace the lug nuts, and using a torque wrench, tighten them to 60 10 ft-lbs.

If the leaking tire is on a front caster wheel, block both traction wheels and raise the caster wheel so that the tire is an inch off the ground. Loosen and remove the locknut from the axle assembly and pull the axle assembly from the caster yoke. The wheel and two spacer sleeves will drop free. Slip the axle assembly through one side of the caster yoke, through a spacer sleeve, a spare wheel, the other spacer sleeve and finally through the other side of the caster yoke.

When a flat tire occurs, repair

Then tighten the locknut on the end of the axle assembly.

Lower the mower off the jack and continue mowing. The wheel with the leaking tire should be taken to the maintenance area, the tire inflated to 20 psi and the wheel placed in a large bucket of water. Carefully inspect the tire, rim and valve for escaping air bubbles which indicate a leak. Mark each leak with a yellow marking crayon and then deflate the tire to 8 psi and repeat the inspection. If the leaks you find are pin hole size to 1/16" diameter, the tire can be repaired using an aerosol can of tire inflater and latex sealer available from any auto supply store. Follow the directions on the can. If the leaks are larger than 1/16" diameter, the tire can be repaired with rubber plugs also available in a kit from any auto supply store. If the tire bead is damaged, a tube will have to be installed in the tire or the tire will have to be replaced.

Creeping:

backward movement of the mower when the throttle is on and the lapbars are in the opened-out position. If your mower creeps do

the following. a. Jack up rear of unit. b. Place Lapbars in neutral opened-out posi-

tion.

c. Locate jam nuts (ref no. 23 in the control

assembly parts list). See Illustrated Parts Book.

d. Loosen jam nuts on both ends of rod con-

nectors. (ONLY if mower creeps.) e. Start unit and push throttle all the way on. f. Locate the left and right rod connectors

between each jam nut. See Control

assembly in the Illustrated Parts Book. g. If unit creeps forward rotate counter-clock-

wise. And if unit creeps in reverse, rotate

clockwise.

Adjust the appropriate rod connector. The

left rod for the left side of the mower and

the right rod for the right side of mower.

Afterward, retighten jam nuts.

Creeping is the slight forward or

E. Brakes

While the mower is in motion, all braking is performed dynamically through the hydraulic pumps and traction motors, controlled by the two steering levers. When the mower is parked with the engine shut off, the hydraulic system locks the traction wheels.

Note: If you wish to move the mower by

pushing, you must release the dynamic braking. Locate the levers at the rear of the mower. Pull both levers out and lock in position. After pushing the mower to the desired location, return both levers to the operating position (See page 18 Figure 8

When the mower is parked with the engine running and the steering levers opened out in the neutral position, the parking brakes should be applied. The parking brakes are disk-type brakes integrated into each transaxle.They are both engaged by the same operating lever.

Adjustments:

overcenter lever that should engage with moderate force.

The parking brake handle is an

Note: To increase parking brake capacity

tighten the brake rods going back to the brake arms equally. Tighten rods one full turn and check parking capacity. Repeat Step.

To adjust either brake individually, disconnect the brake rod from the brake arm by removing the cotter pin from the clevis pin and pulling the clevis pin from the brake clevis. Loosen the hex nut and turn the brake clevis in a clockwise direction one full turn looking down the brake rod. This will tighten the brake about .040 inch. Tighten the hex nut and reassemble the brake clevis to the brake shaft assembly. Normally, both brakes should be adjusted and equal amount.

Repair:

wet disc brakes and will not normally require maintenance. If they are not working properly, please contact your service center.

The mower is equipped with internal

F. Hydraulic System

Hoses:

oil tank to the transaxles daily for leaks or abrasion and replace any damaged hoses. Make certain there are no kinks or twists in any hose.

Hydraulic Oil Tank and Filters:

Check the hoses from the hydraulic

Note: Change the hydraulic oil and the oil

filter after 500 hours of operation and every 500 hours thereafter.

To drain the hydraulic oil tank, place a 2 gallon drain pan under the transaxles. Remove the filters, drain the transaxles and the tank. Remove the filters by unscrewing in a counterclockwise direction. The filters will be full of oil, so empty each into the drain pan. Coat the filter seal with Shell Rimula 15W40 oil or equivalent. Screw the filter onto the filter base until it seats, and then add another one-half turn to seal.

Note: Always wipe off the hydraulic tank fill

cap and the area around it before removing the cap to prevent dirt from contaminating the oil.

Remove the fill cap and fill the tank with the same 15W40 oil selected for the filter until the oil level is up to the full cold line on the tank. Leave this air space for expansion. Start the engine and let it run at idle for about five minutes. Check the filters for leaks. Idling the engine and the transaxless in this way will purge any air from the system. Shut off the engine and recheck the oil level in the tank. Top-off if necessary until the oil level is up to the full cold line on the tank.

Note: After unit is up to operating tempera-

ture, turn off engine and re-check hydraulic oil. If oil appears foamy or contains excessive air bubbles, DO NOT OPERATE UNIT. Contact Cub Cadet Service Dealer.

Hydrostatic Transmissions and motors:

The pumps are the hardest-working compo nents in the hydraulic system. They are in operation all the time the engine is running. Because of extremely close tolerances, wear is an important factor in their life.

nants

in the hydraulic oil does the greatest

harm to the pumps.

Contaminants or foreign matter in the oil will damage the pumps . To prevent this, use a fil ter that captures particles as small as 30 microns or 30 millionths of a meter in diame ter. You can help in the battle against dirt by being very careful when you remove or repair a component in the hydraulic system. Thor oughly clean off any component before you work on it. Plug the ends of any hose or line you remove with a rubber or plastic plug. Use plastic caps to seal off the ends of hydraulic fittings. Place any component you remove in a clean plastic bag so it can’t pick up dust or dirt. Clean your hands frequently when work ing on the hydraulic components.

Contami-

Note: The transaxles are not owner-repair-

able. If a transaxle fails, contact your cub cadet dealer. Do not disassemble the tran saxle.

Steering Lever Adjustments:

mower on level ground with the engine run ning, parking brake off and steering levers opened out to the neutral position. If the Mower begins to creep, adjust the Steering Levers.

If the mower creeps, first determine whether it creeps to the right or left side and which direc tion the mower moves — to the front or the

Place the

rear. To make the adjustment, place the steering levers in the opened-out neutral position and set the parking brake, shutoff the engine, take the key from the ignition switch and pivot the seat forward. If the mower creeps to the right, you will adjust the linkage on the left side of the mower and vice-versa. Remove the cap screw and lock washer that secure the linkage control arm rod end bearing to the control lever pivot. Loosen the jam nut which prevents the rod end bearing from turning. If the mower creeps forward, thread the rod end bearing one-half turn clockwise into the link age control arm. If the mower creeps backward, thread the rod end bearing one half turn counterclockwise out of the linkage control arm. Then tighten the jam nut and reconnect the rod end bearing to the control lever pivot by replacing the cap screw and lock washer.

After adjusting the steering linkage, swing the seat back to its normal position and place the steering lever on the side you adjusted up to the operating position. If you feel a slight push forward or a slight pull backward from the neutral position you must adjust the lever return assembly. To do this, swing the steering lever back out to the neutral position, pivot the seat forward and loosen the jam nut on the lever return rod where it is threaded into the hex-shaped end of the lever return bolt. If the steering lever was pushed forward, turn the hex-shaped lever return bolt clockwise onehalf turn off of the lever return rod. If the steer ing lever was pulled back, turn the hex shaped lever return bolt counterclockwise one-half turn onto the lever return rod. Then tighten the jam nut, pivot the seat back into the operating position and start the mower to check that your adjustments were made correctly.

G. Storage

General:

for a few months, it should be stored in a dry location that is not subject to drastic changes in temperature. Before storing, the following maintenance procedures should be per formed.

If your mower will not be in service

leys and blades. (Be careful not to get any

oil on the drive belts.) d. Lubricate the mower. e. Drain the engine oil. The engine should be

warm so that all the oil drains. Replace the

engine oil filter and refill the crankcase with

fresh oil. f. Gasoline Engine: Drain all the fuel. Close

the fuel tank shutoff valve. Disconnect the

fuel line from the carbuetor and put the end

into an approved fuel container. Open the

fuel tank shutoff valve and drain the fuel

tank and line into the approved container.

Replace the fuel line on the carburetor.

Start the engine and allow it to run out of

fuel. This will prevent gum and varnish

deposits from forming. Replace the fuel fil

ter. g. Gasoline Engine Only: Remove the spark

plugs and pour approximately one ounce

of oil into each cylinder. Crank the engine

one or two turns to spread the oil evenly on

the cylinder walls. Replace the spark

plugs. h. Clean the battery and make sure it is fully

charged. i. Inspect the hydraulic hoses, lines and fit-

tings. Replace as necessary. j. Jack the mower up and store it on blocks to

take the weight off of the tires.

2. To Put the Mower Back in Service:

a. Check the battery. Charge if necessary. b. Gasoline Engine Only: Remove the spark

plugs and wipe them off. Using the starter,

crank the engine to pump the excess oil

out of the spark plug holes. Replace the

spark plugs and the ignition leads. Refill

the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. c. Check the level of the oil in the crankcase

and the hydraulic tank. d. Lower the mower off the block and check

the tire pressure. e. Push the mower outdoors and start the

engine. Let the engine idle until it has

warmed up completely (4 to 5 minutes).

a. Clean the mower. The entire tractor and

cutting deck should be washed and cleaned.

b. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will

be ready to use when needed.

c. Protect the metal surfaces. Repair

scratches with the appropriate touch-up spray paint. Brush a rust preventive oil on any unpainted surfaces including the pul

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A. Daily Checks

1. Before starting engine:

a. Check the fuel level. b. Check the engine oil level. c. Check the hydraulic oil level. d. Check the hydraulic hoses for leaks, abra-

sion, kinks, twists, or a flattened condition.

e. Check the tires and tire pressure.

Drive Tires: 8-10 psi. Front Caster Wheels: 20-25 psi.

f. Check the spindle belt, the mower drive

belt and the hydro drive belt.

g. Check the blades. Make sure they are

sharp and that the blade securing cap screws are tight.

h. Check the cutting height.

2. When ready to start the engine:

a. Check the five safety switches for proper

operation.

3. After mowing:

a. Clean the mower. b. Clean the engine air screen. c. Oil the wear points. Follow the Oiling

Chart.

d. After the first five hours, Change the

engine oil and engine oil filter.

B. Every 25 Hour Checks

1. Service the engine foam element air precleaner.*

2. Grease the three spindle bearings.

C. Weekly or Every 50 Hour Checks

1. Change the engine oil. (Every 25 hours under heavy duty operation.)

2. Clean or replace the engine’s paper air cleaner element.*

3. Check the battery’s electrolyte level.

4. Clean the engine cooling fins and external surfaces.*

5. After the first 500 hours, change the hydraulic oil and the hydraulic oil filter. Change them every 500 hours thereafter.

6. Oil wear points.

Follow the Oiling Chart.

7. Lubricate all grease fittings.

Lubrication Chart.

Follow the

D. Every 100 Hour Checks

1. Change the engine oil filter. (Every 50 hours under heavy duty operation.)

2. Check the engine spark plugs.

3. Check the air gap on the balde brake clutch (PTO Clutch) and if it exceeds 0.025” adjust to

0.012” - 0.015”.

E. Yearly Checks

Check the oil in the hydraulic reservoir.

* Perform maintenance more frequently under dusty

conditions.

**Reference Engine Owner’s Manua

OIL CHART

Apply a few drops of SAE 15W40 oil or use a spray lubricant. Apply the oil

to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Start engine and operate

Number of Oil Points Description

WEEKLY

mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly.

DAILY

4 4 2 2 2 2 1 2

1 2 2 2 1 1 1 4 2 2

Deck Suspension Pivots Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin Height Adjustment Handle Pivots Height Adjustment Stop Pivots Deck Lift Linkage Pivots Transport Handle Pivots Transport Handle Pin Deck Frame Up-and-Down Pivots

Seat Hinge Steering Lever Linkage Rod End Bearings Lever Return Assembly Rod End Bearings Pump Control Lever Pivots Brake Lever Pivot Clevis Pin Brake Lever Control Rod Pivot Brake Control Rod Swivel Joint Brake Rod Clevis Pins Brake Shaft Assembly Pivots Grass Collection System Lid Hinges

(If Mower is so equipped)

LUBRICATION CHART

Use a grease-gun filled with NO. 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease

No. of Grease Fittings Description

EVERY 25 HOURS

WEEKLY

2 2 4 2 1 4 1 1 2

Blade Spindle Bearings

Front Caster Wheels Front Caster Wheel Spindles Mowing Deck Pivots Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots Axle Pivot Steering Lever Pivots Hydro Take-up Idler Pivot Park Brake Pivot Mower Deck Ball Wheels

Performance Adjustments

B. Enginge RPM Check and Adjustment

A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment

If mower tracks to one side with both lap bars in fully forward position:

1. Check air pressure in all four tires: a. Pressure should be within specified ranges

and balanced side-to-side.

b. Rear tires 8-10 psi. recommended (20 psi

MAX.)

c. Front tires 20-25 psi. recommended (40 psi

MAX.

2. Check hydraulic fluid level (Ref. Engine

owner’s manual)

3. Verify that the mower does not creep when

the engine is running, the lap bars are in the neutral position and the parking brake is released. (Refer to section D-3 on page 19 of this manual if this condition exists).

4. Recheck the tracking after any adjustments

based on the above.

5. If uneven tracking persists, adjust as follows.

(see Fig. 10)

a. Unit tracks to the RIGHT, adjust Left lap

bar stop bolt to make it longer.

b. Unit tracks to the LEFT, adjust Right lap

bar stop bolt to make it longer.

6. Re-check the tracking and make any fine tun-

ing adjustments to the lap bar stop bolts as required.

Note: If stop bolt is adjusted too far, track-

ing problem will change sides. Make the fine tuning adjustments by shortening the same bolt.

Description High RPM Spec. Low RPM Spec.

23 HP Kohler 3750 +/-75 1650 +/-100

23 HP Kawasaki 3750 +/-75 1650 +/-100

NOTE: RPM Specs. are for free running engines under no load.

1. Verify that the lap bars are in the neutral position, the parking brake is on, and the PTO drive is disengaged.

2. Start the mower and let it run at approximately half throttle for 3-5 minutes to bring the engine up to operating temperature.

3. Locate the Hour Meter/Tachometer/ Service Minder display on the right hand operator con trol panel. (see Fig.1 on page 10 of the manual) This display defaults to Tachometer mode when engine is running.

4. Move the throttle lever to the high speed position and note the RPM reading on the display.

5. Move the throttle lever back to the low speed position and again note the displayed RPM’s.

6. Compare these noted RPM readings to the specifications in Table 1, for the engine that is on your mower.

7. If the readings do not correspond to the ranges in the table, refer to the engine owner’s manual for the proper adjustment pro cedures.

8. If adjustments per the engine operator’s manual do not result in proper RPM readings, contact your service technician.

9. Note: The throttle cable sheath may shrink or slip over time, changing the relationship between the throttle lever on the left hand operator control panel and the throttle arm on the engine. To readjust the throttle cable:

a. Make sure the engine is off, place lap bars

in the neutral position, set the parking brake, and disconnect and ground both of the spark plug wires.

Figure. 9

Lap Bar Stop Bolt

b. Locate and loosen the cable clamp on the

engine throttle plate.

c. Place the operator’s throttle lever to the

high speed position and then slide the cable through the clamp until the throttle arm is in the full throttle position. (Ref.

Engine owner’s manual) d. Tighten the cable clamp. e. Move the operator’s throttle lever between

high and low speed and verify that the

engine throttle arm also moves through it’s

full range of motion. f. Repeat as required to obtain proper throt-

tle adjustment. g. Verify proper throttle adjustment by check-

ing RPM readings as outlined above.

C. Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings

1. Matching the set heights of the ball rollers on the four corners of the mower deck to the desired cut height will prevent edge scalping and minimize any side-to-side variance in cut height.

2. There are three height adjustment holes in the bracket that mount the ball rollers to the deck.

a. Use the top set of holes for cut heights of 2

inches or lower.

b. Use the middle set of holes for a 2-1/2 - 3-1/2

inch cut height.

c. Use the bottom set of holes for cut heights of

4 inches or higher.

D. Deck Center Anti-Scalp Roller Settings

1. The front and rear rollers help prevent the scalping of high spots and uneven terrain across the center section of the deck.

2. The rollers on the front of the deck are fixed at the factory and can not be adjusted.

3. The rollers on the rear of the deck can be adjusted downward one inch.

a. Lowering the roller will increase the strip-

ing effect left behind the mower.

b. This positioning of the rear roller will also

help to filter the mulched grass clippings into the turf.

c. Roller should not be lowered if the cut

height is set at 2-1/2 inches or lower.

E. Lap Bar Adjustment

1. Proper lap bar and seat adjustment will result in the following:

a. In the neutral position with hands on the

lap bars,

1. Operator’s upper arms should be relaxed

and approximately vertical.

2. Operator’s forearms should be approxi-

mately vertical.

b. In the full forward position,

1. Operator’s back should stay in contact with the seat back.

2. Lap bars should not contact operator’s legs.

c. In the full reverse position,

1. Lap bars should not contact the operator’s legs or torso.

2. Set the seat to the preferred operating position. a. Adjustment lever is located under the front

edge of the seat.

4. Check factory settings of lap bars for the conditions listed above.

Note: If lap bar adjustments are required,

height adjustments should be made prior to angular adjustments.

5. To adjust the height of the lap bars,

a. Remove the nuts from the lap bar mounting

bolts (see Fig. 11).

b. Remove the bolts and lap bar and repostion

to the seconc set of holes in the mounting block.

c. Replace the bolts and nuts and tighten to

28-34 ft-lbs.

1. If angular adjustments are also required, nuts can be tightened until snug at this point.

d. The same adjustments should be made to

both sides of the mower.

(Optional lapbars only)

rear angle of the lap bars,

a. Loosen the nuts on the lap bar mounting

bolts, leaving the bottom one fairly snug.

b. The top hole is slotted, allowing the lap bar

to pivot on the bottom bolt.

c. Move lap bar to the desired angle and

tighten the nuts to 28-34 ft-lbs.

To adjust the front-to-

Note: In the neutral position, the handles of

the lap bars should be aligned with approxi mately a one inch gap between the tips. Adjusthe gap by adding shim washers to the top mounting bolt between the lap bar and the mounting block.

d. Check the results of any adjustments to

the conditions described in section a, above. Repeat any adjustment procedures as required until all conditions are met.

Figure. 10

Lap Bar Mounting Bolt and Nuts

b. The seat has five inches of front-to-rear

adjustment available.

F. Deck leveling Procedure

1. Park the mower on a flat paved surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, remove the key from the ignition switch, disconnect the spark plug wires and using the transport lever, lower the mowing deck into the 4" height of cut position. (The 4" height of cut position is recom mended in order for one to see and obtain a measurement. Any height of cut position is acceptable as long as a proper measurement can be taken.)

2. Check the right and left front tire pressure. Adjust as necessary to 20-25 psi. Tire pressure can affect blade height by as much as a 1/4”.

3. Check the right and left rear Drive tire pressure. Adjust as necessary to 8-10 psi.

4. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip of the right blade. To obtain an accurate mea sure, align blades in parallel with mower centerline, (i.e. front to back).

5. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip of the left blade. Be sure to measure at the blade tip with the blades arranged in proper position.

6. To level the deck, adjust the eyebolt at the left front of the deck (Point B) so that the blade-toground height at the right front blade tip matches that of the left front blade tip. This is done by loosening the jam nuts on the eyebolt and tightening the upper nut to raise the deck and loosening the nut to lower the deck. The right front blade tip height is fixed so you must adjust the left front tip to match it.

7. Measure the blade-to-ground height at the right rear blade tip. Again be sure to measure at the blade tip at the rear of the right blade when aligned along the mower centerline. The blade-

to-ground height at the rear of the blade tip should be 1/8" to 1/4” higher than the front tip. This is referred to as blade pitch. The sam height difference should be true for the left blade, measured front and back.

8. To adjust the blade pitch the deck pitch must be

adjusted. Loosen the inner jam nuts at the rear of the horizontal threaded rods. Start at Point C to raise the rear of the deck, tighten the rear outer jam nut to raise the deck pitch. Adjust the rear jam nut at Point D to take the “slack out of the threaded rod.

9. The final adjustment would be to take the “slack” out of the left rear linkage (Point D) by adjusting the jam nuts on the eyebolt. Loosen the jam nuts and tighten the upper nut to remove “slack”.

10. In many cases it will be necessary to adjust

deck height using both eyebolt adjustments and pitch adjustment to achieve the correct blade-toground heights. If you remember that the front right blade tip adjustment is fixed and you level to that height, adjusting the decks will be simpli

fied.

Figure. 11

Point D

Height of Cut LInk

Eyebolt

Point B

Eyebolt

Point A

Jam Nuts

Point C

WIRING DIAGRAM

GD: 02000167

SLOPE GAUGE

USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY.

Operate WALK-BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes, never up and down slopes.

Operate ZERO-TURN mowers across the face of slopes, never up and down slopes.

Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower

could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain

your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.

A CORNER OF A BUILDING

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE

A POWER POLE

WARNING

15°

OR A FENCE POST

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

TWO-YEAR RESIDENTIAL ONE-YEAR COMMERCIAL

Proper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibility. Follow the instructions in your operator’s manual for correct lubricants and maintenance schedule. Your Cub Cadet dealer carries a complete line of quality lubricants and filters for your equipment’s engine, transmission, chassis and attachments.

Riding mowers, lawn tractors, garden tractors, utility vehicles,

Cub Cadet attachments and home maintenance products

This limited warranty for residential users, covers any defect in materials or workmanship in your Cub Cadet equipment for two years from the date of purchase for the first user purchaser. We will replace or repair any part or parts without charge through your authorized Cub Cadet dealer.

Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty with 100% replacement during the first three months.

V-belts for either the traction drive or any attachments are covered for one year only.

Cub Cadet equipment used commercially is warranted for one year only.

(Commercial use is defined as either having hired operators or used for income producing purposes.)

Items not covered

The warranty does not cover routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters (oil, fuel, air and hydraulic), cleaning, tune-ups, brake and/or clutch inspection, adjustments made as part of normal maintenance, 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 temporarily 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, contact:

Cub Cadet LLC

Post Office Box 361131

Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0119

Phone: 877-282-8684

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.

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