Cub Cadet 343 User Manual

Operator’s Manual

HYDRAULIC FRONT

ATTACHMENTHITCH

For Cub Cadet Series 3000 Tractors

(Optional Manual Angling Kit 190-171-100)

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Model Number

343

IMPORTANT:

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 [www.cubcadet.com]

PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 770-0843C

(11/03)ECO 07686

NOTES

CONTENTS

Section Page

Safe Operation Practices ................................. ... ............................................. ... .......... 3

To The Owner ............................................................................................................... 3

l Front Hitch Components ............................................................................................... 4

Il Tractor Preparation ................................... .................................................................... 6

lll Installation .................................................................................................................... 9

IV Tractor Reassembly .................................... .... ............................................. ... ............. 19

V Removal and Maintenance ........................................................................................... 21

VI Optional Manual Angling Kit (190-171) ......................................................................... 22

Warranty .......................................................................................................................24

WARNING

The tractors which use this front hitch atta chment are equ ipped wit h an inter na l combu stion eng ine and sh ould not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California, the above is re quired by la w (Se cti on 4 442 of t he Califor nia Pub lic Reso ur ce s Code ). Other States may have similar laws. Federal laws apply to federal lands. A spark arrester muffle r is available at your nearest engine authorized service center.

IMPORTANT

THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL— HEED ITS WARNING.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

TO THE OWNER

This manual contains instructions for installation of the Front Hitch System, Model Number 190-343, on the Cub Cadet Series 3000 Tractors. Carefully read all sections and study the illustrations to ensure proper installation.

If the optional Hydraulic Angling Kit (190-288) is going to be installed on the Front Hitch System, its installation procedures should be performed in conjunction with those of this attachment.

Read and observe all WARNING and CAUTION statements. They are included to provide for the protection of the equipment installer and user, and to ensure the prolonged service life of the equipment.

NOTE

References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate th e left and right sides of the tractor when facing fo rward in the operator’s position. Reference to the FRONT indicates the grille end; to the REAR the drawbar end.

CALLING FOR SERVICE

If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any question regarding the operation or maintenance of this equipment, contact your dealer. If you need help locating a dealer in your area, contact the Customer Dealer Referral Line by calling:

1-877-282-8684

SECTION I. FRONT HITCH COMPONENTS

Before beginning installation of the Front Hitch System, remove all parts from the shipping container. Refer to Figures 1 and 2 to confirm that all parts are present and to familiarize yourself with the part descriptions.

Throughout the installation instructions in this manual, the component part name is followed by the reference letter or number in parentheses to aid in identification.

Figure 1

Ref.

No. Part No. Description Qty.

1 N/A Cylinder and Hose Assembly ....... 1

2 717-3456 Lift Cylinder .................................. 1

3 727-3012 90° Fitting w/O-Ring ..................... 2

4 N/A Hydraulic Hose Ass’y. ..................

(w/Female Coupling)

5 N/A Hydraulic Hose Ass’y. ..................

(w/ Male Coupling)

6 N/A Hydraulic Coupling Ass’y. - Male . 1 7 N/A Hydraulic Coupling Ass’y. - Female 1 8 703-3184 Fitting Bulkhead — For use with

tractors having welded running board brackets.

9 727-3142 Hydraulic Lift Tube - Down ........... 1

10 727-3141 Hydraulic Lift Tube - Up ............... 1

1 1

Ref.

No. Part No. Description Qty.

11 747-3372 Hose Support Rod ........................ 1

12 N/A Front Hitch Ass’y. ......................... 1

13 741-0491 Nylon Flange Bearing ................... 2

14 747-3350 Handle, Aux. Valve #1 .................. 1

15 748-3081 Lift Link ......................................... 1

16 748-3082 Handle Clamp ............................... 1

17 703-3154 Lift Valve Bracket .......................... 1

18 727-3149 Hydro Return Tube, Aux. Valve #1 1

19 717-3452 Hydraulic Valve Assembly ............ 1

20 711-3294 Valve Adapter ............................... 1

21 703-1803 Double Valve Clamp ..................... 1

22 703-3442 Fitting Bulkhead — For use with

tractors having bolt up running board brackets.

Ref.

No. Part No. Description Qty.

A 710-0805 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .1.5 ..... 1

B 710-0528 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.25 1 C 710-3025 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x.625 GR5 2

D 712-0429 Hex Insert Lock Nut, 5/16-18 ........ 4

E 710-3131 Hex Cap Screw, 1/2-13 x 1.0 GR5 4

F 712-3083 Hex Insert Lock Nut, 1/2-13 .......... 4

G 710-3104 Hex Cap Screw, 1/2-13 x 2.25 GR5 2

H 712-3083 Hex Insert Lock Nut, 1/2-13 .......... 2

I 710-1058 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 4.0 ........ 4

J 712-0291 Hex Lock Nut, 1/4-20 .................... 2

K 710-3013 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4 -20 x 1/2 ....... 3

L 721-3021 O-Ring, .301 ID x .070 Dia ........... 5

M 711-0578 Clevis Pin ...................................... 1

N 714-0145 Internal Cotter Pin ......................... 1

0 736-0159 Flat Washer, .349 x .879 x .063 .... 1

P 721-0492 O-ring, Backup .............................. 8

Figure 2

MODEL 190-171-100

OPTIONAL MANUAL ANGLING KIT

Figure 3

SECTION II. TRACTOR PREPARATION

This section contains instructions for preparing the tractor for installation of the Front Hitch System.

WARNING

Place the tractor on a firm and level surface, disengage the PTO, and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Chock the front wheels to prevent the tractor from rolling in either direction.

WARNING

Allow the tractor to cool if it has been recently operated.

A. REMOVE THE TRACTOR SEAT.

NOTE

On some tractors, socket head screws were used to secure the seat slide channels to the tractor frame.

4. Lift the locking tab of the connector and unplug the wire harness connector from the seat switch (See Figure 5).

5. Place the seat assembly to the side.

SEAT SWITCH

HARNESS

CONNECTOR

Figure 5

B. REMOVE THE FENDER AND RUNNING

BOARD ASSEMBLY

1. Slide the seat rearward and remove the two torx head screws (or socket hd. s crews) from the seat slide channels (See Figure 4).

TORX HEAD SCREWS

(OR SOCKET HD. SCREWS)

SLIDE CHANNELS

Figure 4

2. Slide the seat forward and remove the two rear torx head screws ( or socket hd. screws) from the slide channels.

3. Grasp the rear of seat base, then carefully lift and tip the complete seat assembly so that it rests on its side. Use care to avoid scratching the paint.

NOTE

The front hitch attachment can be installed without removing the tractor fenders. However, because of limited access and to ensure proper installation, it is recommended that the fender and running board assembly be removed from the tractor.

HEX WASH. HD. TAPP SCREWS

BRAKE PEDAL

FORWARD PEDAL

REVERSE PEDAL

Figure 6

1. From beneath the right running board, remove the

hex wash. hd. tapp screws and remove in the following order: the reverse control pedal, forward control pedal, and the brake pedal (See Figure 6).

NOTE: The following step 2 app lies only to tractor s equipped with the Diff-Lock feature.

2. From beneath the left running board, remove the

retaining ring and hex wash. hd. tapp screw to remove the diff-lock pedal. Use care to avoid losing the nylon bearing in the pedal (See Figure 7).

RETAINING RING

HEX WASH. HD. TAPP SCREW

NYLON

DIFF - LOCK

PEDAL

BEARING

4. Loosen the four wing nuts securing the dash screen to both sides of the bulkhead; then slide t he screen rearward and out from below the dash panel (See Figures 8 and 9)

SLIDE SCREEN FROM BELOW DASH PANEL

Figure 9

Figure 7

3. Raise the hood and remove the side panels per the instructions in the tractor Operator’s Manual.

WING NUTS

SCREEN TABS

BULKHEAD

HEX

SCREW

5. Remove the two hex screws securing the bottom of the bulkhead and the front of the running board to both sides of the frame (See Figure 8).

6. Carefully pull up the rear of the RH and LH foot pads and remove the hex screws securing the running board to the frame (See Figure 10).

RH FOOT

PAD

HEX SCREW

Figure 10

7. From underneath the rear fender, turn the four tail light sockets counterclockwise (approximately 1/4 turn) until aligned with the notches of the reflector housing and pull the sockets from housings. Be

careful to avoid pulling the bulbs from the sockets.

Figure 8

8. Remove the cap from the fuel tank.

WARNING

Use care when handling the fender and running board assembly. The edges could cause cuts to the skin.

9. With the help of an assistant, lift the front of the running board off the frame brackets, then raise the rear fender over the neck of the fuel tank and the lift handle to remove the fender assembly.

10. Reinstall the cap onto the fuel tank.

rearward as described in the following section D to increase the space. If the o ptional Hydraulic Angling Kit (190-288-100) is also being installed, the tank must be moved rearward.

D. MOVE THE FUEL TANK REARWARD.

1. Remove th e two hex cap screws and hex flange lock nuts securing the top of the hitch plate to the frame (See Figure 11).

2. Loosen, but do not remove, the two hex cap screws and flange nuts at the bottom of the hitch plate

C. REMOVE THE LEFT REAR WHEEL.

WARNING

Ensure the front wheels are chocked before raising the rear of the tractor. Use jack stands to support the tractor; do not work on the tractor when supported only by the jack.

1. Use a jack placed under the rear hitch plate to raise the rear end of the tractor.

2. Position jack stands under each side of the frame, just forward of the rear wheels. Lower the tractor onto the jack stands and remove the jack.

3. Remove the lug nuts to remove the left rear wheel assembly.

NOTE

The position of the fuel tank limits the working space available for installing the hydraulic valve included in this kit. Although not required, it is recommended that the fuel tank be moved

3. Tip the top of the hitch plate back as needed to slide the fuel tank rearward. NOTE: The

transmission oil fill tube/dipstick may be pulled from the transmission housing when the hitch plate is tipped. If so, plug or cover the hole in the transmission to prevent dirt or debris from entering.

DIPSTICK

HITCH PLATE

OIL FILL TUBE FLANGE LOCK NUTS

(NOT SHOWN)

HEX CAP SCREWS

(BOTH SIDES)

Figure 11

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