Cub Cadet 2176 LOW OIL Indicator, Hour Meter, Power TAKE-OFF PTO Control Switch, Choke Control

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A. LOW OIL INDICATOR

This indicator will illuminate when the engine oil level is low. If this indicator illuminates, stop the tractor imme- diately and check the engine oil level. If the oil level is within the operating range, but the light remains on, contact your Cub Cadet dealer.

CAUTION

Operating the tractor with low oil level or pres- sure could result in severe engine damage.

B. HOUR METER

The hour meter operates whenever the ignition key is in the “ON” position. Record the actual hours of tractor operation to ensure all maintenance procedures are completed according to the schedule in this manual.

C. POWER TAKE–OFF (PTO) CONTROL SWITCH

The power take-off control switch operates the front electric PTO clutch. Pull the switch knob to engage (“RUN”), or push the knob to disengage (“OFF”) the PTO clutch.

D. IGNITION/LIGHT SWITCH

WARNING

To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch when the tractor is not in use.

The combination lights and ignition switch is a four position switch. (See Figure 4)

Figure 4

E. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER

This lever controls the speed of the engine. When set in a given position, the control cable will maintain a uniform engine speed.

NOTE

When using power take-off operated equip- ment, best performance is achieved with the throttle lever in the “FAST” position.

This symbol shows slow position.

This symbol shows fast position.

F. CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control is operated manually. Pull the knob out to ckoke the engine; push the knob in to open the choke.

G. BRAKE PEDAL LOCK

WARNING

The hydrostatic transmission will not hold the tractor on a hill. Normal internal leakage in the transmission will allow the tractor to roll down- hill. To avoid an accident and/or possible inju- ry, engage the brake pedal lock.

The brake lock lever, located in the center of the dash panel below the steering wheel, is identified with the P symbol. Always engage the brake pedal lock when dismounting the tractor. To engage the brake pedal lock, depress the brake pedal and push down on the brake pedal lock lever. Hold the lever down while releasing the brake pedal. The le- ver should lock in the down position.

H. CRUISE CONTROL LEVER

The cruise control lever, located in the center of the dash panel below the steering wheel, is identified with

the symbol. This lever can be used to main- tain a desired “foot free” forward speed in areas where constant speed changes are not required. Re- fer to Section II- OPERATION for instructions on how to use this feature.

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Contents Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully OPERATOR’S ManualMANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage Contents Tractor and Deck PreparationSafe Operation Practices General OperationDo not II. Slope OperationIII. Children IV. Service Deflector and Safety Graphic Product GraphicsTo the Owner Serial Number LocationSection I. Controls and Indicators Safety Interlock Switches Not ShownIGNITION/LIGHT Switch LOW OIL IndicatorPower TAKE-OFF PTO Control Switch Hour MeterBrake Pedal Lift Height IndicatorSeat Adjustment Lever Forward Control PedalFuel Tank Safety Interlock SwitchesHood and Side Panels Page Before Operating Your Tractor Section II. OperationStarting the Engine Stopping the Engine Tractor BREAK-IN ProcedureCold Weather Starting Driving the Tractor Stopping the Tractor Operating the Power TAKE-OFF PTO ClutchDriving on Slopes DrawbarAdjusting the Seat Section III. AdjustmentsAdjusting the Brakes Pivot BAR Adjustment Front Wheel AdjustmentWheel Alignment Hydrostatic Neutral Adjustment Checking the Transmission Neutral SettingControl Adjusting Lift Assist Spring TensionFront Control Rod Rear Control Rod Hex Tap Screw Pivot Sleeve Neutral ArmCarburetor Adjustments Engine OIL Section IV. MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Checking the OIL LevelAdding OIL Draining OIL and Replacing OIL FilterFilling the Crankcase Adding Transmission OIL Checking Transmission OIL LevelHydrostatic Drive OIL Filter AIR Cleaner Servicing the PrecleanerCleaning Engine Air Cleaner Cover Paper Element Wing NutElement Cover Air Cleaner Base Rubber Grommet Servicing the Paper ElementFuel Filter Spark PlugHeadlights Storage of the Battery General Battery InformationMaintenance of Battery Common Causes for Battery FailureBattery Installation Battery Removal or InstallationBattery Removal Wash Hands after handlingTire SizePounds per Square Inch TiresMounting Tires on the RIM SIDE-TO-SIDE Leveling Adjustment Section V. Mower DeckFront to Back Leveling Adjustment Finger guard Blade Hard Level Surface Measure This DistanceGauge Wheel Adjustment Washer Cutting Height AdjustmentFlat Rear Gauge WheelRemoval and Installation of Deck Assembly Removal of DeckFront Lift ROD Roller Bracket Installation of Deck Front Roller Bracket Lift ROD Install the forward end of the PTO belt on the PTO Maintenance Cleaning and Blade CareLubrication Installation of Mulching Plug Spindle Drive Belt ReplacementSection VI. OFF-SEASON Storage Mowing Section VII. MowingMowing with Mulching Option Optional Equipment and Accessories Maintenance Chart Month Season Yearly StorageEngine Operates Irregularly or Knocks Hard to StartPTO Clutch will not Engage Maintenance Trouble ShootingLack of Power NanceLubrication Table Lubrication Guide Lubrication Guide Guide Specifications EnginePage Slope Gauge Commercial USE CUB Cadet Corporation MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty Residential USEMaintenance Parts Chart

2176 specifications

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