Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; California Proposition 65 Warning:
3 SECTION 1: 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 manualbefore attempting to operate this machine. F...
Page 4 - SLOPE OPERATION
4 23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. 24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., where the operator may be struck or pulled from the unit, which could result in serious injury. 25. Disengage all...
Page 5 - SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE:
5 e. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the machine. f. To avoid back-over accidents, always disengage the cutting blade(s) before shifting into reverse. The “Reverse Caution Mode” should no...
Page 6 - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
6 8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. 9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage b...
Page 7 - SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE; IGHTANDHOLDTHISLEVELWITHAVERTICALTREE; &OLDALONGDOTTEDLINEREPRESENTSASLOPE
7 SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE 3IGHTANDHOLDTHISLEVELWITHAVERTICALTREE ORACORNEROFABUILDING ORAFENCEPOST &OLDALONGDOTTEDLINEREPRESENTSASLOPE
Page 8 - Shipping Brace Removal
8 SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Gas and Oil Fill-up The gasoline tank is located under the fender and has a capacity of three gallons. Unthread the fuel cap by turning it counterclockwise. Use only clean, fresh (under 30 days old), unleaded gasoline. Fill tank to no more than four inches below the top o...
Page 9 - SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR; Figure 1
9 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Figure 1 NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position. A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter H PTO (Blade Engage) Knob B Throttle Control Lever I Brake Pedal C Choke Control J Drive Pedal D Parki...
Page 10 - Starting The Engine; Seat Adjustment
10 Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is located on the left side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine. When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. IMPORTANT: When operating the tractor with the cutting deck enga...
Page 11 - Battery; Deck Lift Lever
11 Hour Meter Located in the center of the tractor’s console, the hour meter operates whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position and records the actual hours of tractor operation. See Figure 3. Figure 3 System Indicator Lights Your tractor is equipped with four indicator lights in...
Page 12 - OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR; Safety Interlock Switches; Reverse Caution Mode; AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH; READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL; WARNING
12 SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN 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 your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system pr...
Page 13 - Setting the Gauge Wheels; Figure 5; Starting the Engine; NORMAL MOWING; Stopping the Engine
13 Setting the Gauge Wheels Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender. Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between ¼-inch and ½-inch above the ground as follows. WARNING: Keep hands and fee...
Page 14 - Engaging the Parking Brake; Driving The Tractor; Figure 6; Driving On Slopes; SLOPE GAUGE; Setting The Cruise Control
14 Engaging the Parking Brake To engage the parking brake: • Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it there while gently pushing the parking brake lever downward. • Hold the parking brake lever down while removing your foot from the brake pedal. • Once engaged, the parking brake lever and the brake...
Page 15 - Using the Deck Lift Lever; Setting The Cutting Height; Operating the Headlights; Figure 7; Engaging the PTO; Safety Interlock; Mowing; ON; Front View
15 • Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor. • Lightly depress the drive pedal. To change the direction of travel to reverse when operating with cruise control, depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop. The...
Page 16 - Cutting Blades
16 • For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center. After the first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will give a better appearance to the lawn. • Do not cut the gras...
Page 17 - SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Leveling the Deck; Tires; Front To Rear; Figure 9; Side to Side
17 SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in the operator’smanual. Leveling the Deck NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 25 for informa...
Page 18 - Parking Brake Adjustment; Steering Adjustment
18 Parking Brake Adjustment WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Alwaysdisengage PTO, stop engine and remove keyto prevent unintended starting. If the tractor does not come to a complete stop whenthe brake pedal is completely depressed, or if thetractor’s rear whe...
Page 19 - SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR; Maintenance Chart; Engine; Warranty; Engine Oil; Checking the Oil Level; before each use; Adding Oil; acceptable, up to 40 ̊F
19 SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 29 for a reference of recommended maintenance intervals. WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, setparking brake, stop engine and remove key toprevent unintended starting. Engine Maint...
Page 20 - must be installed; Changing the Engine OIl; Draining the Oil; Attachments & Accessories
20 • Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil fill tube and SLOWLY pour oil into the oil fill tube. Do NOT pour more than 6 oz. of oil at a time without first stopping and re-checking the oil level. • Fill the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full ( F ) mark on the dipstick. Refer to F...
Page 21 - Re-filling the Crankcase with Oil; Air Filter; Precleaner
21 Re-filling the Crankcase with Oil IMPORTANT: The engine (with oil filter) has a capacity of 2.0 liters (67.60 oz.) Do NOT overfill. Always check the level on the dipstick as instructed on page 19 before adding more oil. NOTE: For the proper oil type, refer to the chart on page 19 of this manual. ...
Page 22 - Fuel Filter; Cleaning the Engine And Deck; Smart JetTM
22 Spark Plug(s) Every 200 hours of operation, remove the spark plug(s), check condition, and reset the gap or replace with a new plug(s) as necessary. • Lift the tractor’s hood and locate the spark plug wire on the front, right area of the engine. • Carefully pull the spark plug wire boot off of th...
Page 23 - Remain in the operator’s position; Lubrication; Carburetor
23 7. Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position. 8. Remain in the operator’s position with the cutting deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse. 9. Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) into the OFF position. 10. Turn ...
Page 24 - Adjustment
24 • Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean, fresh gasoline. • Make sure the fuel tank cap vent is not blocked and that it is operating properly. • If the fuel tank is equipped with a shut-off valve, make sure it is open. • Make sure that the in-line fuel filter is clean and unobstructed. Repl...
Page 25 - Cutting Deck Removal
25 SECTION 8: SERVICE Tires WARNING: Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of thetire. The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires. Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s recommended o...
Page 26 - Jump Starting; Charging; Changing the Deck Belt; Changing The Transmission Drive Belt
26 Battery The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added. • Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build-up. • After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both...
Page 27 - Hydrostatic Transmission; on most models
27 Hydrostatic Transmission Keep the area around the transmission cooling fan free of grass and debris at all times. The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is maintenance free. The fluid level cannot be checked and on most models , cannot be changed. If your tractor is equipped wi...
Page 28 - carefully remove the
28 • With belt tension relieved, carefully remove the belt from around the left-hand spindle pulley . IMPORTANT: Carefully allow the ratchet to pivot rearward before removing it from the square hole. • Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys, including the deck idler pulley(s) and the electric ...
Page 29 - MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR; SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE CHART
29 SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 19 of this manual before storing for an extended period. Engine If the engine will be out of service for two months or more, use the following storage procedure: • Clean...
Page 30 - SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING; Trouble
30 SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO/Blade Engage 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 f...
Page 31 - Attachments
31 SECTION 12: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Series 1500 Lawn Tractors . See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. NOTE: Cub Cadet Series 1500 lawn tra...
Page 32 - SECTION 13: SPECIFICATIONS
32 SECTION 13: SPECIFICATIONS Capacities Fuel Tank 15.1 liters (4.0 gallons) Engine Crankcase (w/ filter) 2.0 liters (67.6 oz.) Transmission 2.25 liters (76 oz.) Hydrostatic Transmission Make and Model Hydro-Gear 0510 Gear Ratio 22.2:1 Forward Speed 0 m.p.h. - 5.2 m.p.h. Reverse Speed 0 m.p.h. - 2.3...
Page 33 - NOTES
Page 35 - This limited warranty does not provide coverage in
CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER’S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (COMMERCIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADETLLC (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise pur-chased and used in the United States, its possessions andterritories. CUB CADET warrants this product against defect...
Page 36 - Year Limited Warranty - PTO Clutch
36 CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY (RESIDENTIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADETLLC (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise pur-chased and used in the United States, its possessions andterritories. CUB CADET warrants this product against defects in ...
