Cub Cadet 1222- Manuals

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User Manual Cub Cadet 1222

Summary

Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; General Operation

3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES General Operation 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts. 2. B...

Page 4 - Safe Handling Of Gasoline:

4 through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of dry leaves. Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and/or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard. 27. Use only accessories and attachments approved for this machine by the machine manufacturer. Read, u...

Page 5 - Your Responsibility

5 extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately. a. Use only an approved gasoline container. b. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a tr...

Page 6 - SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE; DO

6 SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE 15° SIGHT AND HO L D THI S LEVEL WITH A VER T ICAL TRE E A POWE R POLE A CORNER OF A BUIL D ING OR A FENC E P O ST F O L D O N DO T T E D L IN E , RE P RE S E NT ING A 1 5 ° S L O P E Do n o t mow o n inclin es with a slo pe in excess of 15 de gr ees ( a r ise of a ppr oxima...

Page 7 - SECTION 3: SETTING UP THE TRACTOR; Before Assembly; Shipping Brace Removal

7 SECTION 3: SETTING UP THE TRACTOR Before Assembly • If the battery cables are already connected, proceed to the next set of instructions for set-up. • Any reference here to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position. Attaching Battery Cables NOTE: The positive batte...

Page 8 - SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR

8 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR Figure 3 A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter H Ignition Switch B Throttle Control Lever I Brake Pedal C Choke Control J Drive Pedal D Parking Brake Lever K Cruise Control E Fuel Tank Cap L Deck Lift Lever F Seat Adjustment Lever M Cup Holder G PTO (Blade Enga...

Page 10 - System Indicator Lights

10 NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operatorleaves the seat with the engine running or the enginewill automatically shut off. IMPORTANT: Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended. Cruise Control Button The cruise control button is located on the tractor dash panel to...

Page 11 - SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR; Safety Interlock Switches

11 SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor; contact a Cub Cadet dealer. The safety interlock system preve...

Page 12 - Driving On Slopes; Engaging Cruise Control

12 • To travel in reverse: Check that area behind is clear, then slowly depress the lower portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your foot (not your heel) until the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 5. IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion...

Page 13 - Changing to Reverse When Cruise Control is Engaged; Using the Deck Lift Lever; Engaging the PTO; Mulching

13 • Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor. • Lightly depress the drive pedal. Changing to Reverse When Cruise Control is Engaged • Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop. • Depress the lower portion of ...

Page 14 - SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Parking Brake; Adjusting Deck Wheels

14 SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Parking Brake Adjust the brake if: 1. the tractor does not stop completely when the brake pedal is completely depressed; or 2. the tractor’s rear wheels roll even with the parking brake applied. Locate the brake disc on right of the transmission in the rear of the tr...

Page 15 - Leveling the Deck; Front To Rear; Side to Side; Seat

15 Figure 8 • If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance with the surface below, lower the wheels to the index hole that provides the approximate 1/2" clearance as described above. Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 15 of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjust...

Page 16 - SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR; Changing Engine Oil; Head Lamp

16 SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR Engine The engine manual contains instructions for engine maintenance. Some general recommendations are listed below. For further details about performing these tasks, refer to the engine manual. NOTE: Maintenance and/or repair of emission controldevices...

Page 18 - Cutting Deck Removal

18 SECTION 8: SERVICE Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:• Place the PTO knob in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake. • Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender. • Remove the PTO belt from around th...

Page 19 - Changing the Transmission Drive Belt

19 To change or replace the deck belts on your tractor, proceed as follows: • Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender. • Remove the belt guards by removing the self-tapping screws that fasten them to the deck. • Remove the PTO belt from the electric PTO...

Page 21 - Charging; Hydrostatic Transmission

21 Figure 17 Fuses Two fuses are installed in your tractor’s wiring harness to protect the tractor’s electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage. • If the electrical system does not function, or your tractor’s engine will not crank, first check to be certain that the fuse has not blow...

Page 22 - SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING

22 SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO knob engaged.Parking brake not engaged.Spark plug wire(s) disconnected.Throttle control lever not in correct starting position.Choke not activatedFuel tank empty, or stale fuel.Blocked fuel line.Fault...

Page 23 - SECTION 10: SPECIFICATIONS

23 SECTION 10: SPECIFICATIONS Capacities Fuel Tank 3 gallons (11.4 l) Crankcase (approximately) 4 pints / 64 oz. (1.9 l) Hydrostatic Transmission Make and Model Hydro-Gear 311-3000 Gear Ratio 30.6:1 Forward Speed 0 m.p.h. - 5.5 m.p.h. Reverse Speed 0 m.p.h. - 2.5 m.p.h. Engine (Air-cooled, 4-cycle) ...

Page 24 - SECTION 11: ATTACHMENTS

24 SECTION 11: ATTACHMENTS The following attachments are compatible for Model GT 1222. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from where you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. * Attachments purchased through a merchandise retailer may have a “CC” model number...

Page 25 - YOUR NOTES

Page 27 - Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty (Commercial Use)

27 The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET LLC (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. CUB CADET warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year for comme...

Page 28 - Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty (Residential Use)

28 CUB CADET LLC. Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty (Residential Use) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET LLC (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories.CUB CADET warrants this product against defects in...