Cub Cadet 190-002 - Manuals

5 • Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. • Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion. • Replace gasoline cap and tighten secur...

7 SECTION 3: TO THE OWNER Model 190-002-100, 30-inch hydraulic tiller attachment is designed for use on Series 2000 Lawn Tractors with 23” rear tires only. It will NOT fit nor operate properly or safely on ANY other tractor. Using this tiller attachment requires the use of weight kit bracket 190-307...

8 To connect the hydraulic hoses to the hydraulic pump assembly: • Locate both male hydraulic fittings on the hydraulic pump. Notice that the fittings are not the same diameter. Figure 2 • Thread the end of the small diameter hose onto the male end of the hydraulic pump by hand, making sure to not c...

9 SECTION 6: PREPARING THE TRACTOR NOTE: References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate the left and right sides of the tractor and tiller attachment whenfacing forward in the operator’s position. NOTE: If the tractor is equipped with a mower deck, remove it now. Refer to the tractor’s operator’s manualfor i...

10 IMPORTANT: If working on or with the battery for any reason, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When reattaching the battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to the positive (+) battery terminal first, followed by the ...

11 • To mark the hole to ensure proper centering of the new hole to be drilled, place the pointed end of a center punch on the cross hairs of new hole position. Using a hammer, strike the end of the center punch to create a permanent mark in the metal frame and carefully remove the template. • Using...

12 SECTION 7: MOUNTING THE TILLER Installing the Attachment Hitch The attachment hitch, which has the electric lift cylinder attached to it, attaches to the rear of the tractor’s frame over the hitch plate. There is a short clevis pin and cotter pin mounted to the lower portion of the attachment hit...

13 Attaching the Hydraulic Pump Assembly To mount the hydraulic pump assembly to the tractor, make certain that it is placed under the center of the tractor’s frame, resting on the ground, with the hydraulic hoses attached. Connect the hydraulic pump assembly as follows: • The rear of the hydraulic ...

14 SECTION 8: KNOW THE TILLER Figure 14 Lift Switch The lift switch is located on the right side of the steering wheel on the dash panel and is used to raise and lower the tiller attachment and also to determine the depth at which the tines dig into the ground. See Figure 15. Figure 15 Pushing forwa...

15 R is the reverse tilling position. The tine direction lever is pushed toward the back of the machine, or away from the operator to start the tines in the reverse direction. Tines spinning in a reverse direction are used for breaking ground or tilling hard soil. IMPORTANT: Turn the tractor’s PTO i...

16 Engaging the Tiller NOTE: Refer to the tractor’s operator’s manual for information concerning starting and stopping thetractor, and location and proper usage of its controls. Before engaging the tiller, complete the following steps: • Start the tractor’s engine and make certain it is at operating...

17 For shallow tilling, drop the roller to its lowest position by putting the locking rod into the highest hole of the adjustment bar. For deeper tilling, continue to raise the roller by using lower holes in the adjustment bar. The lowest hole (highest setting) is used for transporting the tiller. U...

18 If the object does not dislodge using this method and the tines continue to not spin: • Shut off the PTO immediately, shift the tine direction lever to neutral (N), raise the tiller to its highest position, and turn the tractor engine off. • Lift the roller to its highest position to create easie...

19 With the new filter in place, remove all tools used to change the filter from the tiller: • Start the tiller in motion for about one minute in order to circulate the oil through the new filter. • Turn off the tiller and the tractor, lower the tiller until the top flat portion of the tiller is lev...

21 SECTION 11: STORAGE NOTE: Before removing the tiller attachment for storage, perform all lubrication maintenance as outlinedin the Maintenance section. Removing the Tiller NOTE: When removing the tiller attachment, because the tiller is awkward, it is recommended that the tiller beremoved in a pl...

22 Figure 25 • Holding the hitch latches up will allow the tractor, with the attachment hitch still mounted, to be pushed away from the tiller with the sleeve hitch mounted to it. Only push the tractor away a few inches. • The hydraulic pump assembly is still lying on the ground with the hoses attac...

23 SECTION 13: TEMPLATES Dash Panel Template Instructions: 1. Carefully cut the template along the dotted lines only.2. Tape the template into position on the dash panel.3. Continue following instruction given on page 9, Installing the Lift Switch.

25 Rear Frame Template Existing Hole Instructions: 1. Carefully cut the template along the dotted lines only.2. Continue following instruction given on page 10, Attachment Hitch Mounting Bolts.

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: TWO-YEAR RESIDENTIAL ONE-YEAR COMMERCIAL Proper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibility. Follow the instructions in your operator’s manual for correct lubricants and maintenance schedule. Your Cub Cadet dealer carries acomplete line ...

Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts whic...

Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree... or a corner of a building... or a fence post Fold along dotted line (represents a 15° slope) 15° Us e t his p ag e a s a guide to dete rm in e s lo pes whe re y ou may n ot o pe rat e s afe ly. W A R N IN G : D o not o p er ate you r l aw n mow er o ...

10 A. HOUR METER / BATTERY DISPLAY The hour meter records and digitally displays thehours that the tractor has been operated (tenths of anhour - right most digit). NOTE: The hour meter is activated whenever the igni- tion switch is turned to an ‘On’ position. Keep a recordof the actual hours of oper...

12 L. LIFT HANDLE The lift handle is located in the left fender and is usedto raise and lower equipment used with the tractor. Theequipment can be set in any of six positions by de-pressing the top button on the handle, moving the han-dle to the desired position, then releasing the button. Itmay be ...

13 Section 4: Operation WARNING: Before you operate the trac-tor, study this manual carefully.Familiarize yourself with the operationsof all the instruments and controls.Learn to operate this machine safely.Don’t risk INJURY or DEATH. 1. Before starting the engine, the operator must beseated, the PT...

14 STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING: For personal safety, theoperator must be sitting in the tractorseat when starting the engine. Never tryto start the engine while standing on theground. 1. Operator must be sitting in the tractor seat. 2. Pull choke control knob to full choke position.Less choking may ...

16 • Turn the ignition switch to “STOP’” and removethe key from the switch before dismounting. PTO CLUTCH BREAK-IN (Before initial use ONLY) Before operating the new clutch under load (mowinggrass, etc.), perform the following break-in procedure: 1. Start and run the engine a few minutes to warm up....

17 Figure 4-3 5. To remove the mulching plug, raise the chutedeflector and lift the mulching plug upward, thenoutward to disengage from the deck. Lower thechute deflector. USING “REVERSE CAUTION MODE” KEY POSITION NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended. The “REVERSE CAUTION MODE” position of the...

19 Section 5: Maintenance and Adjustments MAINTENANCE CHECKING THE ENGINE Refer to the Kohler Owner’s Manual for all enginemaintenance intervals, procedures, specifications andinstructions. CHECKING TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL NOTE: Check the oil level only while the engine is stopped and the tractor is ...

21 • Move the tractor to an area within reach of thehose where the dispersal of wet grass clippings isnot objectionable to you. Disengage the PTO,engage the parking brake, and stop the engine. • Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter andpush the adapter onto one of the deck washnozzles at e...

22 NOTE : We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your tractor. They maycause damage to electrical components; spindles;pulleys; bearings; or the engine. The use of water willresult in shortened life and reduce serviceability . 5. Lubricate all lubrication points sho...

24 3. Refer to Figure 5-9. Measure and record thedistance from the front cutting edge to the ground(measurement A), and from the rear cutting edgeto the ground (measurement B), for each of theblades. The front edge of each blade(measurement A) should be lower than its backedge (measurement B) by 1/8...

25 e. Note the index hole position used for the reargauge wheels. Insert a shoulder screw into afront ball wheel and slide a bell washer ontothe threads of the shoulder bolt. Note : The crown (rounded side) of the bell washer shouldbe against the shoulder of the bolt . Install the shoulder bolt and ...

27 LUBRICATION TABLE Point of Lubrication Check at Hours Change at Hours Capacity Anticipated Air Temperature Above + 32°F Below + 32°F Engine crankcase Checkbefore each use 100 Approx. 4 pints Cub Cadet Engine Oil SAE 10W30 Cub Cadet Engine Oil SAE 5W20 or 5W30 Hydro transmission and transaxle with...

29 Section 6: Service This section contains information for the variousadjustments and service procedures on the tractor.Refer to the Kohler engine manual for engine serviceinstructions and intervals, but use the instruction in thefollowing sub-section when the draining the enginecrankcase. DRAINING...

30 having a capacity of more than 6 quarts. Reinstallthe drain plug (See Figure 6-2). IMPORTANT: If the transmission oil is to be re-used, cover the container holding the drained oil to preventcontamination. Contaminated transmission oil candamage the hydro transmission. Figure 6-2 3. Clean around t...

31 WHEEL ALIGNMENT The front wheels should toe-in approximately 1/8 to1/4 inch, as measured across dimensions A and Bshown in Figure 6-4. Figure 6-4 FRONT WHEEL ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Place the tractor on a firm andlevel surface. To adjust the toe-in, proceed as follows: 1. Check the steering gear to e...

32 Figure 6-6 3. Grasping the ends of the pivot axle, attempt tomove each end of the axle forward and rearwardto check for side play between the axle and framechannel. If play is present, gradually tighten thelock nuts until play is minimized. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until minimum play withoutbindin...

35 REMOVAL OF MOWER DECK WARNING: Before removing the mowerdeck, place the PTO switch in the “OFF”position, engage the parking brake, turnthe ignition key to the “OFF” positionand remove the key from the switch.Disconnect the spark plug wire foradditional safety. 1. Position the tractor and mower de...

36 6. Pull the deck support pins outward, turndownward and release so both spring-loadedpins are held in the disengaged position againstthe outer surface of the deck brackets (Refer toFigure 6-14). Figure 6-14 7. Raise the tractor implement lift handle to its high-est setting. Roll the mower deck fo...

37 When removing the blades, use a 1-1/8 inch wrench tohold the hex head of the spindle bolt when looseningthe hex nut securing the blade. A block of wood maybe placed between the deck housing and the cuttingedge of the blade to help in breaking loose the hex nutsecuring the blade (Refer to Figure 6...

41 Section 7: Trouble Shooting Possible Cause Possible Remedy HARD TO START No gasoline in fuel tank or carburetor ..................... Fill the tank with gasoline. Check the fuel line, carburetor and fuel filter. Fuel line or carburetor clogged ............................... Clean the fuel line a...

42 Trouble Shooting Possible Cause Possible Remedy LACK OF POWER Air cleaner clogged ................................................. Service the air cleaner element. Refer to “MAINTE- NANCE.” Engine overload ...................................................... Reduce the load. Engine overheated ...

43 MODEL GT 2544 SERIES 2500 22 HP KOHLER Engine Oil Requirements approx. . . 4 pints Part No. Cub Cadet engine oil (Grade SG,SH,SJ or higher)Ambient temperature viscosity Above +32°F SAE 10W30 Below +32°F SAE 5W20 or 5W30 737-3030A (10W30) 737-3049 (5W30) Air Filter Requirements Part No. Clean air ...

44 Section 9: Optional Equipment And Accessories When you purchased your tractor, you probably had it completely equipped for your particular needs at the time.However, later you may wish to obtain optional equipment or accessories. Refer to the chart below for a list ofoptional equipment and access...

45 GT 2544 2.0 gallons 4 pints 6 qts. 0 to 6 mph0 to 3 mph Kohler Command 22 HP 2 3.03 in.2.64 in. 38.1 1200 RPM 3600 RPM ± 75 Battery .030 in. 12 volt neg. ground 725-1707D 15 amp regulated 25 amp 725-0963 Internal expanding 16 x 6.5-8 23 x 9.5-12 31.5 in. 30.25 in.47.00 in.72.00 in.49.00 in.42.00 ...

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 on required maintenance and service intervals.The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cade...