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; Figure 1
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 and-a-half 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 belo...
Page 9 - SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR; Figure 2
9 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Figure 2 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 - Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter; LCD; while the engine is running; cranking; while the engine is running
11 Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter LCD Located in the center of the tractor’s console, the systems indicator monitor records, and displays on its LCD, hours of tractor operation whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position. The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator ...
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 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 pedal...
Page 15 - Using the Deck Lift Lever; Setting The Cutting Height; Operating the Headlights; Figure 7; Engaging the PTO; Safety Interlock; 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 - Mowing; Cutting Blades
16 Mowing WARNING: To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders,helpers, children and pets at least 75 feetfrom the machine while it is in operation. Stopmachine if anyone enters the area. This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet’ s quality cutting decks. The followin...
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; CO
19 SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 30 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; Replacement Parts; Re-filling the Crankcase with Oil
20 IMPORTANT: The engine may overheat and/or damage may result if the oil level is below the ADD or over the FULL on the dipstick. • Reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick securely onto the oil fill tube. IMPORTANT: The oil fill cap/dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all times when th...
Page 21 - Air Filter; Precleaner; Spark Plugs
21 • Slowly pour oil into the fill tube. Fill the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full ( F ) mark on the dipstick (Refer to Page 19). • Reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick securely into the oil fill tube. IMPORTANT: The oil fill cap/dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all ...
Page 22 - Fuel Filter; Cleaning the Engine And Deck; Smart JetTM; Remain in the operator’s position
22 • Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust, if necessary, by carefully bending the ground electrode. See Figure 14. Set the spark plug gap to .76 mm (0.030 in.). Figure 14 • Reinstall the spark plug into the cylinder head. Torque the spark plug to 38.0/43.4 N·m (28/32 ft. lb. ). • Place the ...
Page 23 - Lubrication; Carburetor
23 Lubrication WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, setparking brake, stop engine and remove key toprevent unintended starting. Engine Refer to Engine on page 19 for instruction regarding all engine-related lubrication. Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axl...
Page 24 - Adjustment
24 Adjustment NOTE: Engines may have a fixed idle or limiter cap on the idle fuel adjusting screw. Step 2 can only beperformed within the limits allowed by the cap. 1. Start the engine and run at half throttle for five to 10 minutes to warm up. The engine must be warm before performing steps 2 and 3...
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. IMPORTANT: Several tractor com...
Page 28 - carefully remove the
28 • Grasp the ratchet’s handle and pivot it to relieve tension on the belt. • 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 fro...
Page 29 - MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR; Changing the Engine OIl
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 10: MAINTENANCE CHART
30 SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE CHART Before Each Use After Initial 24 Hours Every 10 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours Every Season Prior to Storing Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Clean and Re-oil AirFilter’s Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil & Filter Cl...
Page 31 - SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE LOG; Date
31 SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE LOG Please keep a record of the maintenance performed on your tractor. Date Hour Meter Maintenance Performed by
Page 32 - SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING; Trouble
32 SECTION 12: 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 33 - Attachments
33 SECTION 13: 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 34 - SECTION 14: REPLACEMENT PARTS
34 SECTION 14: REPLACEMENT PARTS NOTE: Download a complete Cub Cadet Series 1500 Parts Manual free of charge at www.cubcadet.com or phone (800) 800-7310 to purchase a Parts Manual (Form No. 769-01652C). SLT1050 SLT1554 Champion Spark Plug(s) RC12YC RC12YC Kohler Air Filter (Paper Element) 32-083-03-...
Page 36 - NOTES
Page 39 - CUB CADET LLC
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 Cad...
