Cub Cadet XT1 LT50 FAB Operation Manual - Page 25

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Before After Each First 5 use Hours Every 10 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 200 Hours Prior to Storing See Engine Operator's Manual Check Fuel System (Lines, Tank, Cap, Fittings) P Check Spark Arrestor P Replace Oil Filter Clean or Change Air Filter Replace Fuel Filter Have Valve Lash Checked & Adjusted * * -- Have this item performed by an authorized service dealer. P PP P PP P PP P P P P P # -- Perform more often in dry conditions and when mulching. NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may differ from yours. Post-Operation Tractor Care After each operation of the tractor, the following procedures should be implemented to extend the life of your tractor and ensure safe operating conditions. WARNING Failure to follow these recommendations may result in serious injury to yourself or others and may cause damage to the tractor. Cleaning the Underside of the Deck DECK WASH SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your tractor's deck may be equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. Use the deck wash system to rinse grass clippings from the deck's underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to a water supply. 2. Move the tractor to an area within reach of the hose where the dispersal of wet grass clippings is acceptable. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and stop the engine. 3. Pull back the lock collar (a) of the nozzle adapter (b) and push the nozzle adapter onto the deck wash nozzle (c). Release the lock collar to lock the nozzle adapter on the deck wash nozzle. See Figure 30. b a c Figure 30 4. Turn on the water supply. 5. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. Allow to run as needed. Disengage the PTO and stop the engine. 6. Turn off the water supply. 7. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to disconnect the nozzle adapter from the deck wash nozzle. CLEANING THE TRACTOR WARNING If the tractor has been recently run, the engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Let the engine cool for at least five minutes. Exercise caution to avoid burns. Your tractor should be cleaned after each use and under certain conditions, i.e. dry conditions and/or mulching situations, additional cleaning may be necessary. 25