Cub Cadet PRO Z 760L KW Owners Manual - Page 24
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c. Emptying the fuel system for storage of more than 90 days: • Prior to putting the tractor in storage, monitor fuel consumption with the goal of running the fuel tank empty. • Run the engine until it begins to stall. Use the choke to keep the engine running until all fuel in the carburetor has been exhausted. • Referring to the Engine Operator's Manual, drain the fuel from the carburetor bowl. 3. Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly. 4. Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to prevent possible discharge. Recharge the battery periodically when in storage. NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged periods of sub-freezing temperatures. Store in a cool, dry location where temperatures are above freezing. 5. Lubricate all lubrication points. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is not recommended for cleaning your tractor. It may cause damage to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability. Removing The Tractor From Storage 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure. 3. Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to ensure engine is operating properly. 5. Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all the tractor systems are functioning properly. 24 SECTION 4- SERVICE Adjustments Warning! Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before making adjustments. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Deck Leveling Leveling the Deck (Side-to-Side) NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires for information regarding tire pressure. Always level the deck side-to-side before front to rear. If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side-to-side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift handle in a middle mowing position and rotate both outside blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor. 2. Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the right blade tip to the ground. Both measurements taken should be equal. If they're not, proceed to the next step. 3. Loosen the lower nut (a) on the adjustable lift link (b) attached to the deck lift arm (c) to lower the deck and tighten the upper nut (d) to secure the deck in place, loosen the upper nut (d) then tighten the lower nut (a) to secure the deck in place. See Figure 4-8. (b) (d) (c) (a) Figure 4-8 4. The deck is properly leveled when both blade tip measurements are equal. Leveling the Deck (Front-To-Rear) NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires for information regarding tire pressure. Always level the deck side-to-side before front to rear. The front of the deck should be between 1⁄4-3⁄8" lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. Park the tractor on a firm, level surface and place the deck lift handle in a middle position. 2. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor. 3. Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground. The first measurement taken should be between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" less than the second measurement. 4. Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. 5. Using a wrench, raise the front of deck by loosening the lock nuts to the front of the pivot pin (a) and then tighten the jam nuts on the back of the pivot pin (a) to raise the front of the deck and secure in place. See Figure 4-9. (a) (a) Figure 4-9 6. Using a wrench, lower the front of deck by loosening the jam nuts on the back of the pivot pin (a) and then tighten the lock nut on the front of the pivot pin (a) to lower the front of the deck and secure in place. See Figure 4-9. 7. The deck is properly leveled when the front tip of the blade is 1⁄4" lower than the rear tip. Retighten the hex bolt on the left rear deck hanger links when proper adjustment is achieved. Adjusting the Front Gauge Wheels Warning! Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck. The front gauge wheels on the mower deck are an anti-scalp feature, and should not ride on the ground. The front gauge wheels should be approximately 1⁄4-1⁄2" above the ground when the deck is set in the desired height setting. Using the deck lift handle, set the deck in the desired height setting, then check the gauge wheel distance from the ground below. If necessary adjust the front gauge wheels as follows: 1. Visually check the distance between the front gauge wheels and the ground. If the gauge wheels are near or touching the ground, they should be raised. If more than 1⁄2" above the ground, they should be lowered.