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Operation Practices 2 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Operation 13 Service 20 Troubleshooting 28 Replacement Parts 29 Attachments & Accessories 29 Warranties 30 WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO
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Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-
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operate or service the equipment instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place 19. Slow down before turning start the engine. 7. Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and Only start on the mower 8. Plan
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starting or stopping. 37. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgement. Contact your customer service other than the operator. b. Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on
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2. Use care when loading or unloading machines onto trailers and trucks. 3. If ramps are used, they must be full width, stable, have an adequate capacity rating and be secured to the trailer or truck. Ramp angle should not exceed 15 degrees and trailer or truck should be parked on level terrain. 4.
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Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine. l. To manual. "Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!" 8. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing and instruction Support
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on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING- ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under
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Slope Gauge (OK) Figure 1 15° Slope (TOO STEEP) Figure 2 15° Slope 15° dashed line USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. 2. Locate a vertical object on or behind
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, phone your local authorized service dealer or contact us directly. We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times. Throughout this manual, all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position. Contents of Carton • Zero-Turn Tractor (1) • Battery
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screw (a) and flange lock nut (b) from manual bag and install the seat lockout bracket (c) same adjustments should be made to both sides of the mower. To adjust the front-to-rear angle of the screw (d) until the recliner knob (c) is difficult to turn. NOTE: Do not use power tools to install. 10
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in the 100 to 280 lb. weight range. Turn the knob on the front of the seat clockwise . See Figure 2-11. Figure 2-14 To vary the lumbar support (700 and 900 series) move the lever on the right operating the tractor, refer to the Service section of this manual to check the lubrication and grease points.
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in place with the seat prop. Remove the bolts and hex nuts from the manual bag. NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked POS. (+) (a). The negative hex nut (f). See Figure 2-15. NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery prior to
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service minder is activated whenever the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position. Keep a record of the actual hours of operation to assure all maintenance procedures are completed according to the instructions in this Operator's Manual and the mower deck is be started in the STARTING POSITION,
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mower next to the operator's seat. Pull the knob CHOKE out to choke the engine; push the knob in/down to open the choke. Having the choke in the "ON" position helps the engine to start during initial start seat. Turn the for instructions on adjusting the lumbar support. Seat this manual
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machine. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system will prevent the engine from cranking or starting unless the RH and LH Use) Operating a zero-turn tractor is not like operating a conventional type riding tractor. Although and because a zero turn tractor is more
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the tractor. Driving the Tractor Warning! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. 1. Turn on the fuel valve(s). NOTE: IF both tanks Right Turn Figure 3-1 NOTE: If the control levers are not even in the neutral position, refer to the Assembly & SetUp section for instructions to
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levers rearward. The tractor will start to move in the reverse direction. See Figure 3-5. Neutral Position Slower 2. To turn to the right while traveling the left control lever rearward. See Figure 3-9. Counter-clockwise Zero Turn Faster Figure 3-5 2. As the control levers are pushed farther
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slopes, not up and down. If mowing a slope, start at bottom and work upward to ensure turns are made uphill. on these tractors. These blades will provide grass conditions are generally dry. zero turn is required. NOTE: Refer to the Attachment & Accessories 8. Align the mower with an edge of the
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scalping, help with precision cutting and reduce turf defacement during turns. Rear Rollers: The rear rollers reduce scalping and gives grass through the discharge chute. Discharge Chute: The discharge chute controls the mower deck discharge and enhances the discharge pattern NOTE: To avoid damaging
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Service Maintenance Schedule Check gasoline level Check hydraulic hoses for leaks Check tires & tire pressure Check deck, mower and hydro drive level in transmission oil expansion reservoir Check engine intake screen/cover Clean mower Blow out/clean the pump control area under floor pan Blow out/
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the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Start engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly. Number of Oil Points 4 Rimula® 15W40 • Reference your engine manual for other approved options Hydrostatic Fluid • Cub Drive System Fluid Plus (Shell TT SERVICE 21
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Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of service. • Periodically lubricate all other pivot points with a quality lubricating oil. Engine Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for all engine maintenance intervals, procedures, specifications and instructions the charger is turned on, as it
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service. Although the tractor may start allow you to manually move the tractor Your zero turn tractor of some type of leakage, use Cub Drive System Fluid Plus (Shell TT starting problems. b. Use a fuel stabilizer for storage between 30 and 90 days: • Read the product manufacturer's instructions
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• Referring to the Engine Operator's Manual, drain the fuel from the carburetor in shortened life and reduce serviceability. Removing The Tractor From fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Start the engine and allow to idle for . The front gauge wheels on the mower deck are an anti-scalp feature,
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replaced. See your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Electric PTO Clutch This clutch operates when the engine is running, the operator is in the operator's seat and the PTO is engaged. This electric clutch is a normally trouble free device. If a problem develops and the blades do not turn, first check the
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parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position and remove the key from the switch. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to cut yourself on the sharpened blades. 1. Remove the deck as instructed in the Deck
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Cub Cadet dealer to have the transmission drive belt replaced. Tractor Creeping Creeping is the slight forward or backward movement of the mower when the throttle is on and the drive levers are in the neutral position. If your mower creeps, see your Cub Cadet service dealer. SECTION 4 - SERVICE
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Troubleshooting Problem Excessive vibration Uneven cut Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped w/Mulching Kit) Cause 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 1. Deck not leveled properly. 2. Dull blade. 3.
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Tool Tire Sealant Oil Filter Wrench Armortek Non-Stick Spray Carburetor & Choke Cleaner Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com. 29
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manual problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department at 1-800-800-7310 or at http://support written instructions
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WARRANTED PARTS: The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the outdoor equipment has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect,
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CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR PRO Z 500/700/900 ZERO-TURN COMMERCIAL RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer. Please see the operator's manual for information