Cub Cadet 5000 Series, 5254 Series Table of Contents, To the Owner, Calling Service Information

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

TO THE OWNER

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CALLING SERVICE INFORMATION

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RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION

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IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

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SAFETY LABELS

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SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES

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SECTION 2: OPERATION

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SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS

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SECTION 4: TRACTOR MAINTENANCE

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SECTION 5: ENGINE INFORMATION AND MAINTENANCE

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SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONS

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SECTION 7: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES

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WARRANTY

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TO THE OWNER

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new tractor. The information contained in this manual has been prepared in detail to help you better understand the features, correct operation, adjustments, and maintenance of your tractor. The performance and dependability of this tractor rely greatly on the manner in which it is operated and maintained. Therefore, it is recommended that all operators of the tractor carefully read this manual and fully understand its operation. Also keep the manual available for reference to ensure proper operation, and that maintenance procedures are performed as scheduled to assure the tractor’s optimal mechanical condition.

NOTE: All references to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR, unless specifically stated otherwise, indicate that relative position on the tractor when facing forward while seated in the operator’s seat.

Your authorized Cub Cadet dealer is interested in the performance you receive from your tractor, and with the maintenance needed to ensure the satisfactory operation of your tractor. The dealer has trained service personnel familiar with the latest servicing information, is equipped with the latest tools, and has a complete line of genuine Cub Cadet service parts which assure proper fit and high quality.

CALLING SERVICE INFORMATION

The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, and specifications.

If you have difficulties with the tractor and/or equipment; have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of this equipment; or desire additional information not found in this manual, contact your dealer. If you need assistance in locating a dealer in your area, contact the Customer Dealer Referral Line by calling:

1-877-282-8684

Or you may contact Cub Cadet via the internet by logging on to our Wed Site at:

www.cubcadet.com

Before contacting your dealer or Cub Cadet, make sure that you have your model number(s) and manufacturing date(s) available.

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Contents Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully Operator’s ManualTo the Owner Table of ContentsCalling Service Information Recording Model and Serial Number Information Rops Information PlateImportant Safe Operation Practices General OperationSlope Operation Do notChildren Safety Frame RopsService Operating the PTOPage PTO Warning Label Located on Rear PTO Shield Safety LabelsBattery Warning Label Located Under Hood Roll Over Warning Label Located on RIGHT/REAR FenderControls and Features Steering Wheel PTO SwitchIgnition Switch Throttle HandleHand Holds Seat Adjustment LeverPTO Reverse Override Switch Transmission 4WD Shift LeverDifferential Lock Pedal Hazard Light SwitchHeadlight Switch Choke Control KnobParking Brake Indicator Light Battery Indicator LightEngine Coolant Temperature Light PTO Indicator LightRollover Protective Structure Rops Safety Interlock SystemOperation Fueling the TractorStarting the Engine NEW Tractor BREAK-IN ProceduresThrottle Handle Slow Fast PTO Switch ‘OFF’ Position Stopping the Engine Using Jumper Cables to Start EngineCold Weather Starting Driving the TractorLOW Using the Forward and Reverse PedalsUsing the HI/LO Range Shift Lever Driving on Slopes Using the Differential Lock PedalUsing the 4WD Shift Lever Differential Lock PedalEngaging the PTO Using the Hydraulic Lift LeverUsing the PTO Reverse Override Switch LightingHazard Lights Using the TOP Link Retainer HookUsing the Three Point Hitch Removing the Rear PTO CoverUsing the Hitch Plate Tractor WeightingAdjusting the Seat Belt AdjustmentsAdjusting the Seat Three Point Hitch AdjustmentsAdjusting Front Wheel TOE-IN ARM Brake Pedal Brake Disc HEX NUT Adjusting the BrakesInternal Cotter PIN JAM NUT Ferrule RH Brake ROD Gauge General Information MaintenanceLubrication Table APILubrication and Maintenance Chart Illustration Lubrication and Maintenance Chart Service Intervals Operation toAccessing the Engine Compartment General Battery InformationBattery Maintenance Battery RemovalCharging the Battery Battery StorageServicing Electrical System Head Light Bulb ReplacementHazard Bulb Replacement LensesRelays Accessing the Fuse CenterInstrument Panel Fuses Main FuseHydraulic System Filter Part No Access Hole Transmission Filter FenderChecking TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC System OIL Level OIL Fill Plug OIL Level Sight HoleChanging the Hydro Transmission and Hydraulic System OIL Hydraulic System OIL Filter Transmission Drain PlugChanging Front Axle and Final Reduction Gear Case OIL Check Front Axle OilCheck Final Reduction Gear Case Oil OIL Fill PLUG/DIPSTICK Front Axle Full MarkWheel LUG NUT Torque Lubrication of Drive ShaftLubrication of FWD Drive Shaft Front Axle Drain PlugTire Inflation Chart Tire MaintenanceMaintenance of the Rollover Protective Structure Rops Removing the Tractor from Storage Front of EngineTractor Storage Engine Information and Maintenance Limited Liability Checking Engine OIL Level Engine Maintenance Cleaning the EngineCleaning the Radiator Screen and Radiator HEX Drain Cock Engine Valve Adding Engine OILChanging the Engine OIL and Filter Coolant Full Mark ADD Mark ReservoirChecking Engine Coolant Level Remote Radiator CAP Filler Neck Overflow HoseInspection of Cooling System Hoses Changing the AIR CleanerPaper Element AIR Cleaner Body Base Seal Changing the Engine CoolantServicing the Spark Plugs Servicing the Foam PrecleanerServicing the Paper Element Changing the Fuel FilterSpecifications Hydraulic Lift System Power Take-OffGeneral Dimensions BrakesOptional Equipment and Accessories Description Model NumberCUB Cadet LLC Post Office BOX CLEVELAND, Ohio
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