Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Residential Riding Mower Turf Equipment MODEL 18.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 General Safety Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 A. General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 B. Slope Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FORWARD The Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower provides superb maneuverability and mid-mount cutting. The machine incorporates many safety features that should be studied by all operators before use. The list of safety precautions should receive particular attention. This manual presents all of the operating and maintenance instructions necessary to keep your mower at peak efficiency. If operated and maintained properly, your mower will give dependable service.
WARNING • • • The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to 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 any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
DO: • Mow across slopes, not up and down. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope. • Follow the manufacture’s recommendations for counterweights with attachments to improve stability. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.
. 7. close parental supervision and proper instruction. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child or other hazard. Remove the key when the machine is left unattended to prevent unauthorized operation. 8. 9. D. SERVICE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. a. Use only an approved container. b.
SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS DANGER Belt Routing KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY. DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE. S30503 ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING. Part Number: 777I22250 (for 42” Deck) Part Number: 777S30503 Part Number: 777I20847 (for 44” Deck) LOWERCUTTING DECKHIGHER Part Number: 777I22215 (for 48” Deck) To unlock, pull part of handle inward. Lift unlocked handle to increase cutting height.
SPECIFICATIONS Engine: Type: Air Cleaner: Lube System: Starter: Traction Drive: Cutter Deck;Drive: Clutch: Deck Lift: Cutting Height: No. of Blades Controls: Parking Brake: Front Caster Wheels: Tire Pressure: Drive Wheels: Frame: Seat: Fuel Tank: Ground Speed: Instrumentation: Net Weight: 18.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Figure. 1 Hour Meter Figure. 2 Choke Electric Blade Clutch Switch Engine throttle Ignition Switch A. General ing and raise the cutting deck to the transport position. Always allow other vehicles to have the right of way. l. If you hit a solid object while mowing, turn off the blade clutch switch, place the steering levers in the neutral, opened-out position, move the throttle to slow, set the parking brake, shut off the engine, and take the key from the ignition switch.
B. Controls c. Avoid turning when going downhill, traction is at a minimum going downhill. d. Do not operate with discharge side of the mower toward streets, buildings, playgrounds, parking lots, other machines, animals, and other people. e. Avoid operation or use extreme care if the traction surface is wet, unstable, or slippery. f. Use extra care when grass clippings, leaves, pine needles, or debris are present as traction can be reduced. g.
Steering Levers Brake Figure. 4 Figure. 3 Deck Lift Handle Fuel Shutoff Valve 8. Seat Adjustment Lever: The Seat Adjustment Lever is located beneath the seat. The Seat Adjustment Lever is used to move the seat forward and backward. To place the seat in the desired position pull the seat adjustment lever to the left then push the seat forward or back to the desired position. Release the lever so the seat will lock in place. 9.
C. Initial Adjustments 1. Check the fluid levels and tires: Note: These checks should be made daily, b. before starting the engine. a. Fuel: Using a good grade of unleaded, regular gasoline, fill the fuel tank (beside the engine on the left side of the mower). When the fuel reaches one inch from the top of the tank, stop. DO NOT OVERFILL. Space must be left for expansion. b. Engine Oil: (Filled at the factory before shipment.) Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe it off and reinsert it.
step “b.” above to make sure that the desired cutting height and pitch and level have been attained. If the dimensions are not correct, repeat steps “c.” through “f.” above. 2. That there are no spilled or leaking fuel or oil sources, nor loose fuel or hydraulic tank caps, hoses or fittings. 3. That there are no loose or missing hardware nor any missing items. 4. That no non-approved devices are installed. 5. That all safety signs and decals are properly installed and legible. e.
right control panel). This must be increased to full speed (3525-3675 rpm) after becoming familiar with the machine. 2. Release the park brake. 3. Move both lap bars out of the neutral/ start position to the neutral position (toward center of machine). Slowly, move both lap bars toward the front of the machine until the machine begins to move forward — release the lap bars and the machine should stop.
g. Turn the ignition key in a clockwise direction to the “Start” position until the engine starts. j. Note: Do not hold the key in the “Start” position for more than 10 seconds or you may damage the starter. If the engine does not start in this time, wait about 30 seconds and try again. k. h. Gasoline Engine: Once the engine starts, move the choke/throttle to the detent as the engine warms. 5. 4.
Linch Pins Figure. 6 “J” Pin e. Remove two linchpins (See Fig. 6) from the front of the mower. Pull the two (2) springloaded “J” pins on the left and right rear side of the cutter deck. f. Turn front caster wheels outward. g. Shift the deck toward the ignition switch side of the mower and remove. h. To install reverse the process. 2. Changing a Blade: a. Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the spark plugs. b. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about one foot and block it in that position.
Hydrostatic Transaxles Figure. 8 Figure.7 Spindle C.Electrical Circuit Note: When replacing belts do not over- Danger: tighten. Adjust the idler pulley so that a tenpound pull with a spring scale between two pulleys deflects the belt about 1/2". 5. Read General Safety Precautions Nos. 9 and 10. Changing the Spindle Assembly a. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about one foot and block it in that position. b. Make sure the blade clutch is disengaged. c. Remove the deck cover. d.
c. Store the battery with a full charge. A discharged battery will freeze (refer to the table below). Specific Gravity Freezing Temp (°F) 1.265 -71 1.250 -62 1.200 -16 1.150 5 1.100 16 must be off, the parking brake must be engaged, and both steering levers must be opened-out to the side in the neutral position.
ing brake switch must be repositioned or perhaps replaced. If the engine does not start, engage the parking brake and start the engine. Swing one steering lever up to the operating position and the engine should stop. If the engine does not stop, the parking brake switch must be repositioned or replaced. c. Left and Right Steering Lever Switches: Sit in the operator’s seat.
E. Brakes level, paved area. If the leaking tire is on a traction wheel, put blocks on each side of the opposite traction wheel and jack up the tire that leaks about an inch off the ground. Loosen and remove the lug nuts and remove the wheel. Mount a wheel and tire, replace the lug nuts, and using a torque wrench, tighten them to 60 ± 10 ft-lbs. While the mower is in motion, all braking is performed dynamically through the hydraulic pumps and traction motors, controlled by the two steering levers.
Because of extremely close tolerances, wear is an important factor in their life. the fuel tank shutoff valve and drain the fuel tank and line into the approved container. Replace the fuel line on the carburetor. Start the engine and allow it to run out of fuel. This will prevent gum and varnish deposits from forming. Replace the fuel filter. g. Gasoline Engine Only: Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one ounce of oil into each cylinder.
c. lubricate the wear points. Follow the Lubrication Chart. d. After the first five hours, change the engine oil and engine oil filter. 4. 5. 6. B. Every 25 Hour Checks 1. 2. D. Every 100 Hour Checks Service the engine foam element air cleaner.* Grease the three spindle bearings. 1. C. Every 50 Hour Checks 1. 2. 3. Clean the engine cooling fins and external surfaces.* Lubricate wear points. Follow the Oil Chart. Lubricate all grease fittings. Follow the Lubrication Chart. 2. Change the engine oil.
Performance Adjustments B. Engine RPM Check and Adjustment Table 1 A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment If mower tracks to one side with both lap bars in fully forward position: Low RPM Spec. 18.5, 20 & 22HP Briggs & Stratton 3600 +/-50 1550 +/-100 1. Check air pressure in all four tires: a. Pressure should be within specified ranges and balanced side-to-side. b. Rear tires 8-10 psi recommended (20 psi MAX.) c. Front tires 20-25 psi recommended (28 psi MAX. 2.
C. Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings c. Replace the bolts and nuts, and tighten to 28-34 ft-lbs. 1. If angular adjustments are also required, nuts can be tightened until snug at this point. d. The same adjustments should be made to both sides of the mower. 5. To adjust the front-to-rear angle of the lap bars, a. Loosen the nuts on the lap bar mounting bolts, leaving the bottom one fairly snug. b. The top hole is slotted, allowing the lap bar to pivot on the bottom bolt. c.
sure, align blades in parallel with mower centerline, (i.e. front to back). 5. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip of the left blade. Be sure to measure at the blade tip with the blades arranged in proper position. 6. To level the deck, (side to side) adjust the threaded link at the left side of the deck (Point B) so that the blade-to-ground height at the right front blade tip matches that of the left front blade tip.
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USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST DO N DO TTE D LI NE, REP RES ENT ING A 15° S LOP E 27 SLOPE GAUGE FOL 15° WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: TWO-YEAR RESIDENTIAL ONE-YEAR COMMERCIAL Proper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibility. Follow the instructions in your operator’s manual for correct lubricants and maintenance schedule. Your Cub Cadet dealer carries a complete line of quality lubricants and filters for your equipment’s engine, transmission, chassis and attachments.
