Page 3 - TRACTOR AND DECK PREPARATION; ATTACHING THE CHUTE DEFLECTOR; SECTION V - MOWER DECK; WARNING; Wash hands; sition before attaching the battery cables.; CONTENTS
3 TRACTOR AND DECK PREPARATION 1. ATTACHING THE CHUTE DEFLECTOR For shipping purposes, the mulching plug has been in-stalled in the mower deck. The mulching plug must beremoved to install the chute deflector assembly. WARNING Do not operate the mower deck, even with themulching plug installed, unles...
Page 4 - IMPORTANT; HEED ITS WARNING; SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; GENERAL OPERATION; Never carry passengers.; DANGER
4 WARNING • The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals knownto the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near a...
Page 5 - Cub Cadet
5 13. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. 14. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 15. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. 16. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. This unit should notbe ...
Page 7 - WA R N I N G
7 PRODUCT GRAPHICS Keep product safety graphics (decals) clean. Replaceany safety graphic that is damaged, destroyed, miss- ing, painted over or can no longer be read. Replace-ment safety graphics are available through yourdealer. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING – LOCATED ON RIGHT SIDE OF RUNNIN...
Page 8 - TO THE OWNER; CAUTION; SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION; Figure 1
8 Hood Model Factory Model No. Mfg. Date Delivery Date Engine Model. No. Engine Serial No. TO THE OWNER Cub Cadet tractor Model 2176 is equipped with a 42- inch mower deck and shipped with a mulching kit. Theinformation in this manual has been prepared in detailto help you better understand the corr...
Page 9 - SECTION I. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS; Figure 3
9 SECTION I. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Your Cub Cadet Tractor has been safety engineered.This section gives a brief description of the functionand location of the various controls and indicators. Thoroughly acquaint yourself with all the controls andindicators before attempting to start or operate the...
Page 10 - Figure 4; NOTE; The hydrostatic transmission will not hold the; H. CRUISE CONTROL LEVER; in areas; Section II- OPERATION; for instructions on how
10 A. LOW OIL INDICATOR This indicator will illuminate when the engine oil level islow. If this indicator illuminates, stop the tractor imme-diately and check the engine oil level. If the oil level iswithin the operating range, but the light remains on,contact your Cub Cadet dealer. CAUTION Operatin...
Page 12 - Q. SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES; FUEL TANK; Engage the brake lock and raise the hood.
12 Q. SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock systemfor the protection of the operator. If the interlock sys-tem should ever malfunction, do not operate the trac-tor. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. The safety interlock system prevents the engine fromcran...
Page 13 - Figure 8; REAR WING NUT
13 Figure 8 UPPER FRONTWING NUT RETAINER WITHTAPERED GUIDE REAR WING NUT GRILLE REAR TABON PANEL SIDE PANEL GROOVE INDASH PANEL GRASP GRASP
Page 14 - Avoid slopes. Tractors can be rolled over.; BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR; Check the engine and transmission oil levels.; STARTING THE ENGINE
14 SECTION II. OPERATION WARNING RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - Read theoperator’s manual. Learn to operate thismachine SAFELY. Don’t risk INJURY orDEATH. 1. Before starting the engine or beginningoperation, be familiar with the controls. Theoperator must be seated, the PTO switch inthe “OFF” position and th...
Page 15 - STOPPING THE ENGINE; TRACTOR BREAK-IN PROCEDURE; COLD WEATHER STARTING; Period
15 • The safety interlock system will automatical-ly shut off the engine if the operator leavesthe seat before engaging the brake pedallock. • The safety interlock system will automatical-ly disengage the PTO if the reverse controlpedal is pressed down with the PTO in the“RUN” position. To re-engage...
Page 16 - DRIVING THE TRACTOR; Driving with forward or reverse pedals.
16 5. Turn the ingnition key to the “START” position andhold until the engine starts; however, do not crankthe engine continuously for more than 10 secondsat a time. Once the engine starts, gradually adjustthe choke as needed to keep the engine running untilwarmed up, then push the choke control all...
Page 17 - DRIVING ON SLOPES; down; DRAWBAR; Figure 9
17 DRIVING ON SLOPES Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 5 7 to help determine slopes where you may not operate safely. WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excessof 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feetevery 10 feet). The tractor could overturn andcause serious injury. WARNING Opera...
Page 18 - SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTS; ADJUSTING THE SEAT; ADJUSTING THE BRAKES; To increase the braking force—; a minimal; To decrease the braking force—; minimal tension
18 SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTS This section contains adjustment information for theModel 2176 tractor. Adjustment information for the 42-inch deck is located in Section V – Mower Deckbeginning on page 33. ADJUSTING THE SEAT WARNING Do not adjust the seat when the tractor ismoving. Adjusting the seat wh...
Page 19 - WHEEL ALIGNMENT; Figure 12. Viewed from beneath the tractor.; FRONT WHEEL ADJUSTMENT; horizontal; PIVOT BAR ADJUSTMENT; PERPENDICULAR
19 WHEEL ALIGNMENT The front wheels should toe-in approximately 1/8 to1/4 inch, as measured across dimensions A and Bshown in Figure 12. Figure 12. Viewed from beneath the tractor. FRONT WHEEL ADJUSTMENT WARNING Place the tractor on a firm and level surface. To adjust the toe-in, proceed as follows:...
Page 20 - If the rotation is in the; engage the parking
20 2. Pivot the ends of the axle up and down to check forbinding. If the axle is binding, loosen the lock nuts(See Figure 14) until binding is eliminated. Figure 14 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...
Page 21 - ADJUSTING LIFT ASSIST SPRING TENSION; LIFT ASSIST
21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5 CONTROL CAM Adjusting the Control Rod After completing the previous steps (1 thru 4) forchecking neutral setting, adjust the control rod ( SeeFigure 15) as follows: NOTE The brake pedal lock MUST be engaged toproperly adjust the control rod. 1. Loosen, but do not remove, th...
Page 22 - CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS; MAINTENANCE; Low Idle Fuel Needle Setting:; NOTE: AIR CLEANER COVER MUST
22 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS WARNING When making adjustments to the carburetorwhile the engine is running, disengage the PTOclutch and engage the brake pedal lock. Keepclear of all moving parts and be careful of all hotsurfaces. WARNING Carbon monoxide fumes can be fatal! Do notmake any adjustments to ...
Page 23 - SECTION IV. MAINTENANCE; OIL FILLER
23 SECTION IV. MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emissioncontrol devices and systems, which are being done atthe customer’s expense, may be performed by anyengine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Kohlerser...
Page 24 - MAINTENANCE CHART
24 ADDING OIL CAUTION Never overfill the engine crankcase. The enginemay overheat and/or damage may result if thecrankcase is below the “LOW” mark or over the“FULL” mark on the dipstick. NOTE For best results, fill to the “FULL” mark on thedipstick as opposed to adding a given quantityof oil. Always...
Page 25 - FILLING THE CRANKCASE; LUBRICATION TABLE
25 While the engine oil is warm, proceed as follows: NOTE A 12 inch length of flexible tubing is supplied inthe owner’s manual package and should beused to drain the engine oil. 1. Place the tractor on a level surface and engage thebrake pedal lock. Stop the tractor engine andremove the ignition key...
Page 26 - Refer to the; HYDROSTATIC DRIVE OIL FILTER; for information
26 CHECKING TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL NOTE Check the oil level only while the engine isstopped and the tractor is level. Check the oil level of the transmission case beforeeach use to see that it is filled to the correct level.Before checking the transmission oil level, clean thearea around the oil fil...
Page 27 - AIR CLEANER; Servicing the Precleaner; TRANSMISSION
27 2. Clean the area around the transmission drain plugto prevent debris from entering the transmissioncase. Remove the drain plug and allow thetransmission oil to drain into a clean containerhaving a capacity of more than 6 quarts. Reinstallthe drain plug (Refer to Figure 21). CAUTION If the transm...
Page 28 - Figure 23. Air Cleaner Assembly; Servicing the Paper Element
28 Figure 23. Air Cleaner Assembly 2. Remove the foam precleaner by sliding it up off thepaper element (See Figure 23). 3. Wash the precleaner in warm water withdetergent. Rinse the precleaner thoroughly until alltraces of the detergent are eliminated. Squeezeout (do not wring) excess water in a dry...
Page 29 - SPARK PLUG; FUEL FILTER; Do not replace the fuel filter when engine is hot.; HEADLIGHTS; Refer to; SPECIFICATIONS; when replacement of; Note which wire connects to
29 SPARK PLUG WARNING To avoid possible injury, be sure the engine isoff and has cooled before making anyadjustments or repairs. NOTE Remove all dirt from around the spark plugbefore removing. To remove the spark plugs, always use a spark plugwrench. Check the gap after every 100 hours ofoperation. ...
Page 31 - BATTERY REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION; Wash Hands after handling.
31 BATTERY REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION WARNING Battery posts, terminals and relatedaccessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash Hands after handling. When removing the battery, disconnect thebattery cables in the following order to avoidarcing and the resulting sparks: Battery Removal: 1. Disconnec...
Page 33 - SECTION V. MOWER DECK; A. DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENTS; GAUGE WHEEL
33 SECTION V. MOWER DECK This section contains adjustment, removal, installation,and maintenance information for the 42-inch mowerdeck. Instructions for installation and removal of theoptional mulching plug are located at the end of thissection. A. DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENTS In order to achieve even ...
Page 34 - FRONT TO BACK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT; Raise the deck to its highest position.; Finger guard
34 Figure 29 7. Lower the deck onto the hard, level surface. 8. Side-to-side leveling is obtained utilizing theadjustment ferrule and right hand hanger bracket(Refer to Figure 30). Figure 30 9. Loosen the upper jam nut on the hanger bracketand turn away from the adjustment ferrule. Turnthe lower loc...
Page 35 - Lower the deck onto the hard, level surface.; GAUGE WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
35 3. Initially adjust the front lift rod to allow 5/8 inch ofthread to protrude beyond both lock nuts of thefront lift rod/bracket assembly (Refer to Figure 32). Figure 32 4. Refer to Figure 33. Measure and record thedistance from the front cutting edge to the ground(measurement A), and from the re...
Page 36 - If the wheels contact the surface adjust as follows:
36 NOTE Gauge wheels are intended to prevent scalpingof the lawn, and are not meant to be used to setthe cutting height. Do not run the deck on theguage wheels. To adjust the height of the gauge wheels, place thetractor on a firm and level surface. Refer to Figure 34,and proceed as follows: 1. Place...
Page 37 - REMOVAL OF DECK
37 B. REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DECK ASSEMBLY REMOVAL OF DECK WARNING Before removing the mower deck, place thePTO switch in the “OFF” position, engage thebrake pedal lock, turn the ignition key to the“OFF” position and remove the key from theswitch. Disconnect the spark plug wire foradditional sa...
Page 38 - The exhaust system is; HOT
38 WARNING The exhaust system is HOT . To avoid personal injury, allow the engine and exhaust system tocool before proceeding with the following PTObelt removal instructions. 4. Open the tractor hood and remove the forward endof the PTO belt from the PTO clutch pulley (Referto Figure 38). 5. Pass th...
Page 39 - With the tractor implement lift handle raised to its; INSTALLATION OF DECK
39 Figure 43 CAUTION To avoid possible equipment damage, makesure that the tractor implement lift handle israised to its highest setting before sliding thedeck out from under the tractor. 10. With the tractor implement lift handle raised to its highest setting, slide the deck to the right and outfro...
Page 41 - Install the forward end of the PTO belt on the PTO
41 Figure 50 7. Carefully guide the tractor implement lift links (leftand right) into the rear deck bracket slots (left andright) as the tractor implement lift handle islowered to its lowest setting (Refer to Figure 51). 8. Pull both deck support pins outward and rotaterearward to disengage the oute...
Page 42 - CLEANING AND BLADE CARE
42 Figure 53 11. Twist the PTO belt 1/4 turn to engage the narrow sides of the belt into the grooves of the two tractorfront-lower pulleys (Refer to Figure 54). Figure 54 12. From the front of the tractor, push the PTO belt through the front lift rod, then to the center of thedeck. Ensure that the f...
Page 43 - The cutting blades must be kept sharp at all times.; LUBRICATION; We do not recommend the use of a pressure
43 WARNING When servicing the mower deck, be careful notto cut yourself on the sharpened blades. Clean the underside of the mower deck at the end ofthe mowing season or when buildup of cut material onthe underside is noticed. Also remove the belt coversand remove any accumulated grass clippings. If ...
Page 44 - SPINDLE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT; Remove the spindle belt covers to expose the belt.; D. INSTALLATION OF MULCHING PLUG
44 SPINDLE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT In order to replace the spindle drive belt, refer toFigures 58 and 59 and proceed as follows: 1. Remove the hardware that secures the spindlebelt covers to the deck. 2. Remove the spindle belt covers to expose the belt. 3. Disengage the idler arm lever from its stop...
Page 45 - Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly.
45 SECTION VI. OFF-SEASON STORAGE If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longerthan 30 days, the following procedures arerecommended: WARNING Never store the tractor with fuel in the tankindoors or in poorly ventilated enclosures,where fuel fumes may reach an open flame,spark or pilot ligh...
Page 47 - OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
47 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES When you purchased your tractor, you probably had itcompletely equipped for your particular needs at thetime. However, later you may wish to obtain optionalequipment or accessories. These items and otherallied equipment can be purchased from, and installedby, yo...
Page 49 - TROUBLE SHOOTING; Possible Cause
49 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 and carburet...
Page 50 - Air
50 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 ...
Page 52 - LUBRICATION GUIDE
52 LUBRICATION GUIDE The service life and reliability of any machine depends upon the care it is given. Proper lubrication is a veryimportant part of that care. This lubrication schedule reflects the minimal requirements to maintain theequipment. More frequent inspections and maintenance is preferab...
Page 55 - Specifications are subject to change without notice.
55 2176 2-1/8 gallons 4 pints 6 qts. 0 to 5.5 mph 0 to 3 mph Kohler Command 17 HP 2 3.03 in.2.64 in. 38.1 1200 RPM 3600 RPM ± 75 Battery .030 in. 12 volt neg. ground 725-1706 15 amp regulated 25 amp 725-0963 Internal expanding 15 x 6-6 20 x 9-8 30.00 in.27.50 in. 47.00 in. 72.00 in. 51.00 in. 42.00 ...
Page 57 - SLOPE GAUGE; IN
57 SLOPE GAUGE (Keep this sheet in a safe place for future reference.) 15 ° S IGH T AN D H O L D TH IS L E VEL WI TH A V E R T IC AL TR EE A POW E R PO LE A CORNE R OF A B U IL DING OR A FE N C E POS T F O L D O N D O T T E D L IN E , R E P R E S E N T IN G A 1 5 ° S L O P E US E THIS PAGE AS A GUI ...
Page 58 - one; How State Law Relates to this Warranty:
58 CUB CADET CORPORATION MANUFACTURER’S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (COMMERCIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADETCORPORATION (“CUB CADET”) with respect to newmerchandise purchased and used in the United States, itspossessions and territories. CUB CADET warrants this produ...
Page 59 - Year Limited Warranty - PTO Clutch
59 CUB CADET CORPORATION MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY (RESIDENTIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADETCORPORATION (“CUB CADET”) with respect to newmerchandise purchased and used in the United States, itspossessions and territories. CUB CADET warrants this product again...
Page 60 - MAINTENANCE PARTS CHART
MODEL 2176 SERIES 2000 17 HP KOHLER Engine Oil Requirements approx. . . 4 pints Part No. Cub Cadet engine oilAmbient temperature viscosity (Grade SG or SH)Above +32°F SAE 10W30 or 10W40 Below +32°F SAE 5W20 or 5W30 737-3030A (10W30) 737-3049 (5W30) Air Filter Requirements Part No. Clean air filter p...
