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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
Otreap Or ’s Mlauna
Tank S S6031
Liquid Propane Gas
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA Form No. 769-05595
(March 4, 2010)
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To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Cub Cadet Commercial Zero-Turn the right to change product specifications, designs and tractor. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. performance when properly operated and maintained. If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. phone your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly. Cu
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Important Safe Operation Practices 2 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. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING! CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain v
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15. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. 34. When looking for oil leaks, never run your hand over hydraulic hoses, lines or fittings. Never tighten or adjust 16. Never carry passengers. hydraulic hoses, lines or fittings while the system is under 17. Back up slowly. Always look down and behind before and pressure. If high-pressure oil penetrates the skin, the oil while backing to avoid a back-over accident. must be removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar 18. Slow down be
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5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause Transporting Machines sliding. 1. Consult the n ational Fire Protection Association code 58 6. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. loaded (n FPA – 58) for safe storage and handling of LPG dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5 2. The owner/operator is responsible for transporting the LPG degrees. When going down hill, the extra weight tends cylinder(s) in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. to p
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4. Seat belts are attached to the movable portion of the seat Hydraulic Devices and Systems when suspension seats are utilized, and therefore the seat- Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient force mounting base must be secured to its pivot means and the to penetrate skin and to cause serious injury. If foreign fluid is pivot means latched to the frame of the machine. Seat belts injected into the skin, it must be surgically removed within a few are attached to the seat
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9. Cylinders must be filled by trained personnel only. 11. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving 10. Store cylinders in well ventilated and unoccupied buildings parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, away from sparks and flames. frequently check components and replace immediately 11. Always shut off the engine and permit it to cool before with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, rem
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Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MAnUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARnIn G— ROTATInG BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hand
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Fold along dotted line (represents a 20˚ slope) Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree... or a corner of a building... or a fence post 20˚ Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. WARNING! Do not operate your TAnK S Zero-Turn tractor on such slopes. Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 20 degrees (a rise of approximately 3 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. OPERATE TAnK S zero turn tractors acr
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Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Crate • One Zero-Turn Tractor • One Zero-Turn Tractor Operator’s • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual Install Roll Over Protective System (ROPS) Tractor Preparation The Roll Over Protective System (ROPS) has not been installed Remove the upper crating material from the shipping pallet, and on your unit for shipping purposes. Using the hardware found in cut any bands or tie straps securing the tractor to the pallet. the Roll Over
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4. Install the upper ROPS section onto the lower ROPS “posts”. 8. Move the upper ROPS section to the upright position, and Install the (1⁄2-13 x 3.25) HHCS bolts, nuts and washers. See insert the locking pins with their retainer hairpin clips. See Fig. 3-3. Fig. 3-5. Hex Bolts Washers Hairpin Clips Locking Pin Nuts Lower ROPS Posts Figure 3-5 Figure 3-3 5. Tighten Upper ROPS section bolts after both RH & LH hardware is installed. Position Steering Wheel 6. Tighten the frame mounting hardware
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2. When the tank is in place, secure it by locking down the Initial LPG Tank Fill-Up straps (A). See Fig. 3-8. NOTE: The vapor withdrawal service valve of the Aluminum Outdoor Equipment Propane Cylinder is fitted with left-hand threaded safety coupler. Typical forklift cylinders withdraw liquid propane and have right-handed safety couplers. The different safety couplers prevent users from installing cylinders on the wrong equipment. The LPG tank is shipped separately and will need to be pu
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To adjust the tilt of the steering wheel: Suspension Seat 1. Pull back on the adjustment lock lever to loosen the This tractor is equipped with an adjustable suspension seat steering wheel tilt. See Fig. 3-10. system, which includes a seat with retractable seat belt assembly, a low profile mechanical suspension, and an Operator Presence Sensor (OPS). The OPS in the form of a switch, is integrated into the seat bottom and is connected to the machine electrical system. The seat has several a
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Connecting the Battery Cables Discharge Chute Remove the strap or any other device securing the mower deck CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: dischage chute during shipping. The discharge chute is a spring- Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories loaded device that must be down for proper and safe operation. contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and Tires reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. The tires are over-inflated
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BRAKE PUSH TO LOCK, PUSH TO RELEASE PUSH TO STOP L A V T OK E N R O A T Controls & Features 4 Roll-Over Protection System Relief Power Valve Valve Implement Lift Fuel Valve Cup Holder AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA TH 1/2 • READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL, BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. 1/4 F • GO ACROSS, NOT UP AND DOWN SLOPES. E • IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADES AND BACK DOWN SLOWLY. L.P. • AVOID SUDDEN TURNS. GAS FUEL • DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND. • NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN
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L A V T OK E N R O A T Speed Control Pedals Digital Tachometer and Hour Meter The speed control pedals are located on the right side of the traction unit. The speed control pedals must be in the neutral position to start the tractor engine. Pushing the forward pedal causes the mower to move forward. Pushing the reverse pedal causes the mower to move backward. Consequently, these pedals control all of the movements of the tractor. Driving and steering utilizing these control pedals is quite
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Transmission Bypass Valves (Not Shown) The transmission bypass valves (one for each the RH and LH transmission) are located just in front of the engine and just behind the seat. When engaged, the two valves open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to be pushed short distances by hand. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments section for instructions on using the bypass feature. CAUTION: Never tow your tractor. Towing the tractor with the rear wheels on
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Operation 5 • If you hit a solid object while mowing, turn off the PTO, General Safety place the speed control pedals in the neutral position, move the throttle to slow, set the parking brake, shut off • RECEIVE InSTRUCTIOn — Entirely read this operator’s the engine, and take the key from the ignition switch. manual. Learn to operate this machine SAFELY. Do not risk Inspect for damage. Repair the damage. Make sure the In JURY or DEATH. Allow only those who have become blades are in good
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c. Examine the belts for cuts, fraying, and excessive 5. Set the throttle in the slow position (slightly faster for cold wear. Replace if any of these are detected. temperatures). d. Replace the deck cover. 6. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the “START” position and release it as soon as the engine starts; however, do not 9. Check if deck is level. When correctly adjusted the mower crank the engine continuously for more than 15 seconds deck should be level side to side, and the front of
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4. Adjust the operator’s seat to the most comfortable Stopping the Engine position that allows you to operate the controls. See seat 1. Place the PTO switch in the “OFF” position. adjustment in the Assembly & Set-Up section. 2. Move the speed control pedals to the neutral position. 5. Swing the steering column inward and lock with the 3. Engage the parking brake. adjustable ratchet handle. 4. Move the throttle control to midway between the SLOW 6. Adjust the steering wheel tilt with the adju
