Cub Cadet 8354 - Manuals

8 4. OPERATING THE PTO • Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and waituntil all moving components have completelystopped before dismounting the tractor andconnecting, disconnecting, adjusting, cleaning,or servicing any PTO driven equipment. • Do not wear loose fitting clothing whenoperating the PTO o...

9 • Engine components become hot duringoperation and can cause a burn. Allow to cooldown before touching. • Before "jump starting" a dead battery, read andfollow all of the instructions. • Do not attempt to mount a tire on the rim. Thisshould be done by a qualified person withproper equipmen...

10 SAFETY LABELS 1. DD-T2325-50512 2. DD-T2325-50743 3. DD-T2445-50724 4. DD-T2241-50702 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

12 SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES SWITCHES AND DASH MOUNTED CONTROLS Figure 1 A. Ignition Switch NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or batterydischarge, remove the key from the ignition switchwhen the tractor is not in use. The ignition switch has four positions turningclockwise as follows (...

14 To set the parking brake proceed as follows: • Lock the right and left brake pedals togetherusing the brake lock. Refer to Brake Lock inFloorboard and Fender Mounted Controls laterin this section. • Fully depress and hold the brake pedals. • Pull the brake lock lever upward and hold whilewhile re...

15 Figure 9 2. Hour meter (In Tachometer) - This meter showsthe number of hours the tractor has been oper-ated at rated engine RPM. The right-most digit(white background) indicates tenths of an hour.Monitor the hour meter to ensure all mainte-nance procedures are completed according to themaintenanc...

16 FLOOR BOARD AND FENDER MOUNTED CONTROLS Figure 11 A. Clutch Pedal When the clutch pedal is fully depressed, the tractor’sdrive clutch is disengaged. Fully and rapidly depressthe clutch pedal before shifting the main shift lever,the Hi-Lo Range lever, or the forward/reverse shiftlever. Gradually r...

17 C. Foot Throttle The foot throttle is interlocked with the hand throttle.Depressing the foot throttle increases the enginespeed. Full engine speed control can be obtainedwith the foot throttle if the hand throttle is in the fullrearward (slow) position. The foot throttle may also beused to tempor...

18 Differential Lock Pedal Located at the rear of the right floor board, the differ-ential lock is used to gain additional traction whenoperating the tractor on wet or loose soil. When thepedal is depressed the rear wheels of the tractor areprevented from rotating independently of one another.See Fi...

19 Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment lever is located beneath the leftside of the seat. This lever is used to adjust the seatforward or backward to the desired operating position.See Figure 19. Figure 19 Mid PTO Lever The tractor’s Mid PTO is used power implementsdesigned to be operated at 2...

20 SECTION 2: OPERATION ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS) This tractor is equipped with a foldable RolloverProtection Structure (ROPS) and seat belts. Whenused together they are effective in reducing injuries tothe operator in the event of an accidental tractorrollover. The safety provided by the...

21 • Tighten the fuel cap securely, and immediatelywipe up any spilled fuel. • To minimize condensation, keep the fuel tank asfull as possible without filling to capacity. It is agood practice to fill the fuel tank at the end of theday to reduce overnight condensation. • Do not allow the fuel tank t...

22 • Set the throttle lever in approximately the middleposition (40hp). See Figure 24. Figure 24 • Turn the ignition switch to the "ON/Preheat"position. Refer to Figure 24.NOTE: Some of the instrument panel lamps willlight momentarily to indicate they are functioning.The oil pressure and bat...

23 • Fully depress the clutch pedal and proceed asfollows: - Shift the Forward/Reverse Shift Lever to desired direction. See Figure 26. Figure 26 - Shift the Main Shift Lever to desired gear speed. See Figure 27. - Shift the Hi-Lo Range Shift Lever to desired range. See Figure 27. Figure 27 • Pull t...

26 USING THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK Depressing the differential lock pedal engages amechanism in the transmission that locks thedifferential. This prevents the rear wheels fromrotating independently of each other and providesconstant power to both rear wheels when additionaltraction is needed. IMPORTANT:...

27 Figure 31 • After determining a desired working positionusing one, or both, controls, the stop bolts can beused to ensure the levers are returned to theirselected positions. Loosen the wing screws andslide the stop(s) against one (or both levers) andre-tighten the wing screws. Once the stop bolt ...

28 USING THE THREE POINT HITCH WARNING: Always disengage the PTO,stop the engine, and set the parkingbrake before dismounting the tractor toconnect, disconnect, or adjust threepoint hitch mounted implements. Neverstand between the rear wheels and theimplement when attaching and adjustingthe implemen...

30 SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE SEAT For the comfort of the operator, a single leveradjustable seat is provided to set the fore to aftposition of the seat. Adjust the seat to the mostcomfortable position that allows you to operate allcontrols and pedals. WARNING: Do not adjust the seat whent...

31 • Tighten the adjusting bolt as necessary toremove the play from the front axle, thenretighten the jam nut. • Lower the front of the tractor to the ground. ADJUSTING THE FAN BELT TENSION If the fan belt becomes loose, the engine mayoverheat and/or the battery may not charge. Checkthe belt tension...

33 • Raise and support the rear of the tractor. • Adjust the tread widths as shown by changingthe mounting relationship of the wheel disc to therim mounting brackets and/or the relationship ofthe dish of the wheel disc to the axle. See Figure48. Figure 48 • Torque the nuts to 145-165 ft. lbs. (196-2...

34 SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE The service life and reliability of any machinedepends upon the care it is given. Proper lubricationand maintenance is a vital part of that care. Using theLubrication and Maintenance Chart as a guide, moni-tor the hourmeter on the instrument panel to ensurethe required main...

35 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART No. Operation to be Performed Service Intervals Eac h use 35 Hour s 50 Hour s 10 0 Hour s 15 0 Hour s 20 0 Hour s 25 0 Hour s 30 0 Hour s 35 0 Hour s 40 0 Hour s 45 0 Hour s 50 0 Hour s 1 Y e ar 2 Y ear s 1 Check Engine Oil Level • 2 Check and Clean Air Cleaner •...

37 • Use No. 2 diesel fuel. Use No. 1 diesel fuel if thetemperature is below 15° F (-10°C). • The fuel tank capacity is approximately 10.6 gal.Do not overfill. Bleeding the Fuel System WARNING: Do not bleed the fuel systemwhen the engine is hot. Air must be bled from the fuel system when the fuelfil...

38 • Stop the engine before checking the fuel linehoses and clamps. • Check that the fuel line hose clamps are snuglysecuring the hoses to their respective fittings.Replace any damaged clamps. • Check the fuel hoses for wear or deterioration,and any damaged hoses should be replaceimmediately. • Afte...

39 Changing Engine Oil and Filter The engine oil and oil filter (located on the right/frontof the engine) should be changed after the first 35hours of operation, then at 100 hours and every 100hours thereafter. Refer to the LUBRICATION TABLEfor the quantity and type of oil needed. WARNING: Because t...

40 TRANSMISSION OIL AND OIL FILTER Checking the Transmission Oil Level Check the hydro transmission/hydraulic system oillevel before each use. Check the oil level only whilethe engine is stopped and the tractor is standing on alevel surface. • Locate the transmission dipstick on the top/rearof the t...

41 • Move the drain pan beneath the filter, thenremove the filter by turning it counterclockwiseusing a filter wrench to loosen. See Figure 61. Figure 61 • Use a clean rag to clean the metal surface of thefilter base where the filter gasket makes contact. • Reinstall the drain plug in the transmissi...

42 SERVICING THE AIR CLEANER Check the air cleaner dust cup and element beforeeach use. Clean the dust out of the cup and blow offthe element weekly. Replace the element after every100 hours of operation. NOTE: The air cleaner uses a dry element, neverapply oil. • Unclip the two retainers to remove ...

44 Changing the Coolant The anti freeze and water coolant solution should bechanged every year. The cooling system capacity isapproximately 2.4 gallons. WARNING: It is dangerous to remove theradiator cap when the system is hot.Allow the system to cool beforeremoving the radiator cap. • Locate the ra...

45 • Steering cylinders (inner and outer - both sides).See Figure 70. • Top of front axle final drive (each side). SeeFigure 70. Figure 70 • Brake pedal shaft (both sides). See Figure 71. Figure 71 • 3 Point top link holder (each side). See Figure 72. Figure 72 • Position lever support housing. See ...

46 SERVICING THE BATTERY General Battery Information WARNING: • Battery posts, terminals and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds. Wash handsafter handling. • Battery acid must be handled with great care, ascontact with it can burn and blister the skin. It isadvisable to wear protectiv...

47 • Maintain the battery electrolyte level in each cell.Keep each cell filled to the bottom of the ring ineach vent hole. Fill with distilled water ifnecessary. See Figure 75. Figure 75 Re-charging the Battery • Remove the vent caps from the battery. Checkeach cell and fill to the bottom of the rin...

49 TRACTOR STORAGE If the tractor will not be operated for two or threemonths or longer, perform the following measuresbefore storing. • Repair or replace worn or broken parts andtighten all fasteners. • Change the engine oil and run the engine aboutfive minutes to circulate oil throughout the engin...

50 SECTION 5: TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING When Engine is Difficult To Start Cause Countermeasures Fuel is thick and doesn’t flow - Check the fuel tank and fuel filter. - Remove water, dirt and other impurities. - Check the fuel filter element for water, dirt , or other impurities, and rep...

53 BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING Condition of Battery Cause Countermeasures Cause Starter does not function - Key is not "ON". - Battery is over-used until light becomes dim. - Defective alternator or rectifier preventing charging of the battery. - Dirty or corroded terminal contacts. - Bad brushe...

54 SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONS Model 8354 Maximum PTO Power 28.3 PS Engine GROSS Power 35 HP Engine Model 3A165D Type Indirect injection, water cooled, 4-cycle diesel Number of cylinders 3 Bore and Stroke 3.425 x 3.637 Inches (87 x 92.4 mm) Total displacement 100.5 cu. in (1,647 cc) Rated revolutions ...

55 SPECIFICATIONS Model 8354 PTO PTO shaft SAE 1-3/8 in., 6 splines Revolutions Mid PTO 2000 (@ 2,542 rpm) Rear PTO 540 (@ 2,451 rpm) Minimum turning radius (without brake) 112.7 in. (2,865 mm) Traction system Fixed drawbar Weight (with ROPS) 3350 lbs. Approx. Speed (@2700 rpm w/Std. tires) Forward ...

8 4. OPERATING THE PTO • Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and waituntil all moving components have completelystopped before dismounting the tractor andconnecting, disconnecting, adjusting, cleaning,or servicing any PTO driven equipment. • Do not wear loose fitting clothing whenoperating the PTO o...

9 • Engine components become hot duringoperation and can cause a burn. Allow to cooldown before touching. • Before "jump starting" a dead battery, read andfollow all of the instructions. • Do not attempt to mount a tire on the rim. Thisshould be done by a qualified person withproper equipmen...

10 SAFETY LABELS 1. DD-T2325-50512 2. DD-T2325-50743 3. DD-T2445-50724 4. DD-T2241-50702 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

12 SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES SWITCHES AND DASH MOUNTED CONTROLS Figure 1 A. Ignition Switch NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or batterydischarge, remove the key from the ignition switchwhen the tractor is not in use. The ignition switch has four positions turningclockwise as follows (...

14 To set the parking brake proceed as follows: • Lock the right and left brake pedals togetherusing the brake lock. Refer to Brake Lock inFloorboard and Fender Mounted Controls laterin this section. • Fully depress and hold the brake pedals. • Pull the brake lock lever upward and hold whilewhile re...

15 Figure 9 2. Hour meter (In Tachometer) - This meter showsthe number of hours the tractor has been oper-ated at rated engine RPM. The right-most digit(white background) indicates tenths of an hour.Monitor the hour meter to ensure all mainte-nance procedures are completed according to themaintenanc...

16 FLOOR BOARD AND FENDER MOUNTED CONTROLS Figure 11 A. Clutch Pedal When the clutch pedal is fully depressed, the tractor’sdrive clutch is disengaged. Fully and rapidly depressthe clutch pedal before shifting the main shift lever,the Hi-Lo Range lever, or the forward/reverse shiftlever. Gradually r...

17 C. Foot Throttle The foot throttle is interlocked with the hand throttle.Depressing the foot throttle increases the enginespeed. Full engine speed control can be obtainedwith the foot throttle if the hand throttle is in the fullrearward (slow) position. The foot throttle may also beused to tempor...

18 Differential Lock Pedal Located at the rear of the right floor board, the differ-ential lock is used to gain additional traction whenoperating the tractor on wet or loose soil. When thepedal is depressed the rear wheels of the tractor areprevented from rotating independently of one another.See Fi...

19 Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment lever is located beneath the leftside of the seat. This lever is used to adjust the seatforward or backward to the desired operating position.See Figure 19. Figure 19 Mid PTO Lever The tractor’s Mid PTO is used power implementsdesigned to be operated at 2...

20 SECTION 2: OPERATION ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS) This tractor is equipped with a foldable RolloverProtection Structure (ROPS) and seat belts. Whenused together they are effective in reducing injuries tothe operator in the event of an accidental tractorrollover. The safety provided by the...

21 • Tighten the fuel cap securely, and immediatelywipe up any spilled fuel. • To minimize condensation, keep the fuel tank asfull as possible without filling to capacity. It is agood practice to fill the fuel tank at the end of theday to reduce overnight condensation. • Do not allow the fuel tank t...

22 • Set the throttle lever in approximately the middleposition (40hp). See Figure 24. Figure 24 • Turn the ignition switch to the "ON/Preheat"position. Refer to Figure 24.NOTE: Some of the instrument panel lamps willlight momentarily to indicate they are functioning.The oil pressure and bat...

23 • Fully depress the clutch pedal and proceed asfollows: - Shift the Forward/Reverse Shift Lever to desired direction. See Figure 26. Figure 26 - Shift the Main Shift Lever to desired gear speed. See Figure 27. - Shift the Hi-Lo Range Shift Lever to desired range. See Figure 27. Figure 27 • Pull t...

26 USING THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK Depressing the differential lock pedal engages amechanism in the transmission that locks thedifferential. This prevents the rear wheels fromrotating independently of each other and providesconstant power to both rear wheels when additionaltraction is needed. IMPORTANT:...

27 Figure 31 • After determining a desired working positionusing one, or both, controls, the stop bolts can beused to ensure the levers are returned to theirselected positions. Loosen the wing screws andslide the stop(s) against one (or both levers) andre-tighten the wing screws. Once the stop bolt ...

28 USING THE THREE POINT HITCH WARNING: Always disengage the PTO,stop the engine, and set the parkingbrake before dismounting the tractor toconnect, disconnect, or adjust threepoint hitch mounted implements. Neverstand between the rear wheels and theimplement when attaching and adjustingthe implemen...

30 SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE SEAT For the comfort of the operator, a single leveradjustable seat is provided to set the fore to aftposition of the seat. Adjust the seat to the mostcomfortable position that allows you to operate allcontrols and pedals. WARNING: Do not adjust the seat whent...

31 • Tighten the adjusting bolt as necessary toremove the play from the front axle, thenretighten the jam nut. • Lower the front of the tractor to the ground. ADJUSTING THE FAN BELT TENSION If the fan belt becomes loose, the engine mayoverheat and/or the battery may not charge. Checkthe belt tension...

33 • Raise and support the rear of the tractor. • Adjust the tread widths as shown by changingthe mounting relationship of the wheel disc to therim mounting brackets and/or the relationship ofthe dish of the wheel disc to the axle. See Figure48. Figure 48 • Torque the nuts to 145-165 ft. lbs. (196-2...

34 SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE The service life and reliability of any machinedepends upon the care it is given. Proper lubricationand maintenance is a vital part of that care. Using theLubrication and Maintenance Chart as a guide, moni-tor the hourmeter on the instrument panel to ensurethe required main...

35 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART No. Operation to be Performed Service Intervals Eac h use 35 Hour s 50 Hour s 10 0 Hour s 15 0 Hour s 20 0 Hour s 25 0 Hour s 30 0 Hour s 35 0 Hour s 40 0 Hour s 45 0 Hour s 50 0 Hour s 1 Y e ar 2 Y ear s 1 Check Engine Oil Level • 2 Check and Clean Air Cleaner •...

37 • Use No. 2 diesel fuel. Use No. 1 diesel fuel if thetemperature is below 15° F (-10°C). • The fuel tank capacity is approximately 10.6 gal.Do not overfill. Bleeding the Fuel System WARNING: Do not bleed the fuel systemwhen the engine is hot. Air must be bled from the fuel system when the fuelfil...

38 • Stop the engine before checking the fuel linehoses and clamps. • Check that the fuel line hose clamps are snuglysecuring the hoses to their respective fittings.Replace any damaged clamps. • Check the fuel hoses for wear or deterioration,and any damaged hoses should be replaceimmediately. • Afte...

39 Changing Engine Oil and Filter The engine oil and oil filter (located on the right/frontof the engine) should be changed after the first 35hours of operation, then at 100 hours and every 100hours thereafter. Refer to the LUBRICATION TABLEfor the quantity and type of oil needed. WARNING: Because t...

40 TRANSMISSION OIL AND OIL FILTER Checking the Transmission Oil Level Check the hydro transmission/hydraulic system oillevel before each use. Check the oil level only whilethe engine is stopped and the tractor is standing on alevel surface. • Locate the transmission dipstick on the top/rearof the t...

41 • Move the drain pan beneath the filter, thenremove the filter by turning it counterclockwiseusing a filter wrench to loosen. See Figure 61. Figure 61 • Use a clean rag to clean the metal surface of thefilter base where the filter gasket makes contact. • Reinstall the drain plug in the transmissi...

42 SERVICING THE AIR CLEANER Check the air cleaner dust cup and element beforeeach use. Clean the dust out of the cup and blow offthe element weekly. Replace the element after every100 hours of operation. NOTE: The air cleaner uses a dry element, neverapply oil. • Unclip the two retainers to remove ...

44 Changing the Coolant The anti freeze and water coolant solution should bechanged every year. The cooling system capacity isapproximately 2.4 gallons. WARNING: It is dangerous to remove theradiator cap when the system is hot.Allow the system to cool beforeremoving the radiator cap. • Locate the ra...

45 • Steering cylinders (inner and outer - both sides).See Figure 70. • Top of front axle final drive (each side). SeeFigure 70. Figure 70 • Brake pedal shaft (both sides). See Figure 71. Figure 71 • 3 Point top link holder (each side). See Figure 72. Figure 72 • Position lever support housing. See ...

46 SERVICING THE BATTERY General Battery Information WARNING: • Battery posts, terminals and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds. Wash handsafter handling. • Battery acid must be handled with great care, ascontact with it can burn and blister the skin. It isadvisable to wear protectiv...

47 • Maintain the battery electrolyte level in each cell.Keep each cell filled to the bottom of the ring ineach vent hole. Fill with distilled water ifnecessary. See Figure 75. Figure 75 Re-charging the Battery • Remove the vent caps from the battery. Checkeach cell and fill to the bottom of the rin...

49 TRACTOR STORAGE If the tractor will not be operated for two or threemonths or longer, perform the following measuresbefore storing. • Repair or replace worn or broken parts andtighten all fasteners. • Change the engine oil and run the engine aboutfive minutes to circulate oil throughout the engin...

50 SECTION 5: TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING When Engine is Difficult To Start Cause Countermeasures Fuel is thick and doesn’t flow - Check the fuel tank and fuel filter. - Remove water, dirt and other impurities. - Check the fuel filter element for water, dirt , or other impurities, and rep...

53 BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING Condition of Battery Cause Countermeasures Cause Starter does not function - Key is not "ON". - Battery is over-used until light becomes dim. - Defective alternator or rectifier preventing charging of the battery. - Dirty or corroded terminal contacts. - Bad brushe...

54 SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONS Model 8354 Maximum PTO Power 28.3 PS Engine GROSS Power 35 HP Engine Model 3A165D Type Indirect injection, water cooled, 4-cycle diesel Number of cylinders 3 Bore and Stroke 3.425 x 3.637 Inches (87 x 92.4 mm) Total displacement 100.5 cu. in (1,647 cc) Rated revolutions ...

55 SPECIFICATIONS Model 8354 PTO PTO shaft SAE 1-3/8 in., 6 splines Revolutions Mid PTO 2000 (@ 2,542 rpm) Rear PTO 540 (@ 2,451 rpm) Minimum turning radius (without brake) 112.7 in. (2,865 mm) Traction system Fixed drawbar Weight (with ROPS) 3350 lbs. Approx. Speed (@2700 rpm w/Std. tires) Forward ...