Page 2 - Customer Support; Section 1: To the Owner; Thank You; Table of Contents; Record Product Information; odel; erial
Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below: ◊ Visit us on the web at www.cubcadet.com ◊ Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer...
Page 3 - Section 2: Important Safe Operation Practices; CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65; General Operation
Section 2: Important Safe Operation Practices WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and /or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. F...
Page 4 - Slope Operation
4 Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads and while not cutting...
Page 5 - Children
5 Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly. Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine brak- ing action.Follow...
Page 6 - Towing; Service; Safe Handling of Gasoline:
6 Towing Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.Follow the manufacturers recommenda- tion for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.On slopes, the w...
Page 7 - Average Useful Life
7 the original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety! ” Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when ser...
Page 8 - Slope Guide; Use this page as a guide to determine slopes; Do not; your tractor on such slopes.; or a fence post; Fold along dotted line (represents a 15 ̊ slope)
Slope Guide Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your tractor on such slopes. Operate Garden Tractors up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes. WARNING: Do not mow on in- clines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approx...
Page 9 - SECTION 3: TRACTOR PREPARATION; Connect the Battery; Make sure the ignition switch is; Position the High Back Seat; right; Adjustments
9 SECTION 3: TRACTOR PREPARATION Connect the Battery Battery posts, terminals andrelated accessories containlead and lead compounds.Wash hands after handling . The tractor is shipped with a sealedbattery, with the positive battery cablefactory connected. The negative cablemust be connected. Note: Ma...
Page 10 - SECTION 4: CONTROLS and FEATURES; Throttle Lever
10 ABCDEFGH I LMNOPQRS Low Fuel Indicator LampIndicator Panel/Hour MeterKey Switch ModuleParking Brake LeverPTO SwitchBrake PedalReverse PedalForward Pedal12V Power Outlet Transmission Oil Fill / DipstickFuel Fill CapCup HolderHydraulic Lift LeverAuxiliary Hydraulic LeverDifferential Lock PedalCente...
Page 11 - Oil Pressure Indicator; LCD Hour Meter Display
11 NOTE: References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate that side of the tractorwhen facing forward while seated inthe drivers seat. Reference to FRONTindicates the grille end of the tractor;to REAR, the drawbar end. Steering Wheel The steering wheel, centered on thedash panel, is used to turn the tractor le...
Page 12 - A record of the actual hours of; Maintenance; Stop; Reverse Push Button; Mowing in reverse is
12 NOTE: A record of the actual hours of operation should be kept to assuremaintenance procedures are com-pleted according to the schedule inthis manual. The Indicator Monitor will also remindthe operator of maintenance intervalsfor changing the engine oil. The LCDwill alternately flash the recorded...
Page 13 - D. Parking Brake Lever; Always look; 2V Power Outlet
13 D. Parking Brake Lever Figure 4 The parking brake lever is located tothe right of the steering wheel in thedash panel. With the brake pedaldepressed fully, push the parkingbrake lever downward and release thebrake pedal to lock the parking brake. E. PTO Switch The PTO switch is located on thelowe...
Page 14 - NOTE; This symbol shows the fast
14 M. Fuel Fill Cap The fuel fill cap is located on thefender to the left of the seat. N. Cup Holder The cup holder is located on thefender to the left of the seat. O. Hydraulic Lift Lever The hydraulic lift lever is located onthe fender to the left of the seat. Thislever is used to operate the trac...
Page 15 - When using power; Safety Interlock Switches; Cub Cadet; Fueling The Tractor; Starting The Engine
15 IMPORTANT: When using power take-off operated equipment, bestperformance is achieved with thethrottle lever in the “FAST” position. V. Choke Lever The choke lever is located to the left ofthe steering wheel in the throttle/chokelever pod. Push the lever forward toclose the engine choke plate. SEC...
Page 16 - Stopping The Engine; Remove the key from the; Driving The Tractor; Do not use the forward or; Setting The Cruise Control; The cruise control feature
16 continuously for more than 10seconds at a time. If the enginedoes not start within this time, turnthe key to “STOP” and wait a minuteto allow the engine’s starter motor tocool. Try again after waiting. • After the engine starts, slowly release the brake pedal. As theengine warms up, gradually pul...
Page 18 - KEY SWITCH MODULE
18 Using the REVERSE CAUTION MODE key position The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module allowsthe machine to be operated in reversewith the blades (PTO) engaged. IMPORTANT: Mowing in reverse is not recommended . Use extreme caution whileoperating the tractor in the“Reverse Caution ...
Page 19 - Because of the load on the; Using The Drawbar; Do not engage the
19 Engaging Differential Lock Fully depress the diff. lock pedal tolock the transmission differential andprovide constant power to both rearwheels when increased traction isneeded. Release the diff. lock pedalwhen extra traction is not needed.Depressing the brake pedal alsoactuates the diff. lock pe...
Page 20 - SECTION 6: ADJUSTMENTS and MAINTENANCE; Seat Adjustment; Transmission Released; Turning Radius Adjustment
20 SECTION 6: ADJUSTMENTS and MAINTENANCE Seat Adjustment WARNING: Do not adjust the seat when the tractor ismoving, as this could causethe operator to lose controlof the tractor. For the comfort of the operator, thetractor is equipped with an easy tooperate adjustable seat. There arealso three seat...
Page 21 - Checking Transmission Oil Level
21 If greater access is required, thetractor is equipped with quick releaseside panels. Remove the quick releaseside panels as follows (See Figure 16): • Open the hood by lifting upward at the side panel notches on each sideof the tractor. • Flip the tab of the two quick release fasteners up and tur...
Page 23 - Maintenance Chart; Operation to; Eac
23 Maintenance Chart † More often under dusty conditions †† Clean every 25 hours or more often under dusty or dirty conditions NOTE: With the exception of utilizing the deck wash feature on the mower deck,we do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to cleanyour tractor. Water may...
Page 24 - Lubrication Illustration; ONLY
24 Lubrication Illustration Figure 16 Cub Cadet 251H EP Greaseor equivalent No. 2 lithium grease Engine Oil: See Figure 27 on page 34Transmission Oil - Cub Cadet Drive Oil Can (High quality lubricating oil) System Fluid Plus - ONLY En gine Front Pi vot Axle L /R Steerin g Kn uckle L /R Fron t Wh eel...
Page 25 - Always connect the; Charging the Battery
25 SECTION 7: SERVICE General Battery Information WARNING • Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and leadcompounds. Wash hands afterhandling. • Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto theskin, rinse the affected areaimmediately with clean cold water. ...
Page 27 - Changing Transmission Oil; Do not reuse the transmission
27 Changing Transmission Oil WARNING: The fluid for yourtransmission has been spe-cially formulated to ensurethe safe and proper opera-tion of your tractor. Whenchanging the transmissionfluid replace it with CubCadet Drive System FluidPlus ONLY. Failure to useCub Cadet Drive SystemFluid Plus may res...
Page 28 - Plug or cover the hole in the; Front
28 Electrical Box The electrical box contains the relayand fuses. Refer to Figure 19 for theelectrical box layout. The electrical boxis located under the upper air baffle infront of the dash panel. To access theelectrical box:• Raise the hood of the tractor• Locate the locking tabs on the left and r...
Page 29 - Changing the Engine Oil and Filter; Oil Filter
29 From just above the right axle carrier, inside the right frame rail, slowly turn the hex nylon lock nut at the end ofthe brake rod as follows to adjust thebrake (Refer to Figure 23):• Turn the nylon lock nut clockwise to increase the braking force. • Turn the nylon lock nut counter- clockwise to ...
Page 30 - With the exception of utilizing
30 • Pinch in the lock tabs on the oil drain valve, then pull the drain portoutward to begin draining oil. Referto Figure 24. • After the oil has finished draining, push the end of the oil drain valveback in, until the tabs click intoplace. Re-cap the end of the oildrain valve to keep debris froment...
Page 31 - SECTION 8: ENGINE INFORMATION
31 SECTION 8: ENGINE INFORMATION KOHLER CO. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY SMALL OFF-ROAD EQUIPMENT ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), andKohler Co. are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emi...
Page 32 - LIMITATIONS; MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS REQUIREMENTS
32 LIMITATIONS This Emission Control System Warranty shall not cover any of the following: (a) repair or replacement required because of misuse or neglect, improper maintenance, repairs improperly performed or replacement not conforming to Kohler Co. specifications that adverselyaffect performance a...
Page 33 - EVERY HOUR; during the; Adding Engine Oil; Full
33 Cleaning The Engine This tractor has an air-cooled engine.Air must be able to circulate freelyaround the engine through the fly-wheel screen, through the coolingshrouds and over the fins of thecylinder head and cylinder block. Keepthese areas free of accumulated dirtand debris or the engine will ...
Page 34 - Changing Engine Oil; A length of flexible tubing is
34 Figure 26 Refer to Figure 27 for informationregarding the proper type of oil to addto the crankcase. • Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the parking brake. Stopthe tractor engine and remove theignition key. • Clean the area around the oil filler cap to prevent debris from enteringth...
Page 36 - IMPORTANT; Properly maintained air; Servicing Oil Cooler
36 WARNING: Operating theengine with loose or dam-aged air cleaner componentswill allow unfiltered air intothe carburetor, causing ex-tensive wear and eventualfailure of the engine. Servicing The Precleaner Wash and re-oil the foam precleanermore often under extremely dusty ordirty conditions. Refer...
Page 37 - SECTION 9: TROUBLE SHOOTING; Hard To Start
37 SECTION 9: TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy Hard To Start No fuel in fuel tank or carburetor Fill the tank with fuel. Check the fuel line, car-buretor and fuel filter. Fuel line or carburetor clogged Clean the fuel line and carburetor with a com-mercial carburetor cleaner. Fuel fil...
Page 38 - SECTION 10: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT; Description
38 SECTION 10: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT The following attachments and accessories are compatible with your Cub Cadet tractor.See your Cub Cadet dealer for information regarding price and availability. (1) Requires front hitch system 190-414-100.(2) Requires front hitch system 190-414-100. Can use optional...
Page 39 - SECTION 11: SPECIFICATIONS; Tires
39 SECTION 11: SPECIFICATIONS Engine Manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KohlerHorsepower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 40 - SECTION 12: Replacement Parts; Order; CARTRIDGE
40 SECTION 12: Replacement Parts Description Part Number Engine Oil 737-3030A (10W30) 737-3049 (5W30) Air Filter Order KH-24-883-03-S1 Air Filter Assembly Engine Oil Filter KH-12-050-01-S Spark Plug 759-3336 Transmission Oil Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus 737-3120 - Quart 737-3121 - Gallon Transm...
Page 42 - be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner.
42 2. Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instruc- tions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period. 3. Any warranted part that is schedu...
Page 43 - HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE:; CUB CADET LLC
43 IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty cover- age owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance re-cords 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 Cu...
