Cub Cadet 2176 Brake Pedal, Forward Control Pedal, Reverse Control Pedal, Lift Handle, Fuses

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I.BRAKE PEDAL

The brake pedal is located at the front of the right run- ning board above the forward control pedal. Press down to stop the tractor and disengage the cruise con- trol. The brake pedal must be fully depressed to acti- vate the safety interlock switch when starting the tractor.

J. FORWARD CONTROL PEDAL

The forward control pedal is located at the front of the right running board below the brake pedal. Slowly press down on the pedal to start moving forward. The forward ground speed of the tractor is directly affected by the distance the pedal is depressed.

K. REVERSE CONTROL PEDAL

WARNING

Check behind the tractor to be sure the area is clear of people, pets or obstacles. Use a slower speed to maintain control of the tractor when traveling in reverse.

The reverse control pedal is located in the right front running board rearward of the the brake and forward control pedals. Press the pedal downward to move in reverse.

L. LIFT HANDLE

The lift handle is located in the left fender and is used to raise and lower equipment used with the tractor. The equipment can be set in any of six positions by de- pressing the top button on the handle, moving the han- dle to the desired position, then releasing the button. It may be necessary to push or pull slightly on the handle to depress the button. There is a lift assist spring which reduces the effort needed to lift attachments. To adjust spring tension refer to ADJUSTMENTS in Section III.

M. LIFT HEIGHT INDICATOR

The lift height indicator is located in the left fender and indicates the height of the deck attachment when in- stalled.

N. SEAT ADJUSTMENT LEVER

The seat adjustment lever (see Figure 5) is used to move the seat forward or rearward into one of five po- sitions. See ADJUSTING THE SEAT in Section III.

Figure 5

O. TRANSMISSION RELEASE LEVER

The transmission release lever is located at the back of the tractor in the rear drawbar. This lever disconnects the hydro transmission pump from the rear axle to al- low the unit to be pushed a short distance by hand.

To disengage the transmission, pull back on the lever until its locking flange is visible outside the drawbar, then lift the lever up into the slot and release. To re-en- gage the transmission, pull back on the lever, drop out of the slot and release.

P. FUSES

The fuses are located under the hood between the in- dicator lamps and the hour meter (see Figure 6). Fuses are installed to protect the tractor’s electrical circuitry and components from damage caused by excessive amperage.

Figure 6

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions CarefullyMANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage Tractor and Deck Preparation ContentsGeneral Operation Safe Operation PracticesIII. Children II. Slope OperationDo not IV. Service Product Graphics Deflector and Safety GraphicSerial Number Location To the OwnerSafety Interlock Switches Not Shown Section I. Controls and IndicatorsHour Meter LOW OIL IndicatorPower TAKE-OFF PTO Control Switch IGNITION/LIGHT SwitchForward Control Pedal Lift Height IndicatorSeat Adjustment Lever Brake PedalHood and Side Panels Safety Interlock SwitchesFuel Tank Page Starting the Engine Section II. OperationBefore Operating Your Tractor Cold Weather Starting Tractor BREAK-IN ProcedureStopping the Engine Driving the Tractor Drawbar Operating the Power TAKE-OFF PTO ClutchDriving on Slopes Stopping the TractorAdjusting the Brakes Section III. AdjustmentsAdjusting the Seat Wheel Alignment Front Wheel AdjustmentPivot BAR Adjustment Checking the Transmission Neutral Setting Hydrostatic Neutral AdjustmentPivot Sleeve Neutral Arm Adjusting Lift Assist Spring TensionFront Control Rod Rear Control Rod Hex Tap Screw ControlCarburetor Adjustments Checking the OIL Level Section IV. MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Engine OILDraining OIL and Replacing OIL Filter Adding OILFilling the Crankcase Hydrostatic Drive OIL Filter Checking Transmission OIL LevelAdding Transmission OIL Servicing the Precleaner AIR CleanerServicing the Paper Element Air Cleaner Cover Paper Element Wing NutElement Cover Air Cleaner Base Rubber Grommet Cleaning EngineHeadlights Spark PlugFuel Filter Common Causes for Battery Failure General Battery InformationMaintenance of Battery Storage of the BatteryWash Hands after handling Battery Removal or InstallationBattery Removal Battery InstallationMounting Tires on the RIM TiresTire SizePounds per Square Inch Section V. Mower Deck SIDE-TO-SIDE Leveling AdjustmentFinger guard Blade Hard Level Surface Measure This Distance Front to Back Leveling AdjustmentGauge Wheel Adjustment Rear Gauge Wheel Cutting Height AdjustmentFlat WasherRemoval of Deck Removal and Installation of Deck AssemblyFront Lift ROD Roller Bracket Installation of Deck Front Roller Bracket Lift ROD Install the forward end of the PTO belt on the PTO Cleaning and Blade Care MaintenanceLubrication Spindle Drive Belt Replacement Installation of Mulching PlugSection VI. OFF-SEASON Storage Mowing with Mulching Option Section VII. MowingMowing Optional Equipment and Accessories Month Season Yearly Storage Maintenance ChartPTO Clutch will not Engage Hard to StartEngine Operates Irregularly or Knocks Nance Trouble ShootingLack of Power MaintenanceLubrication Table Lubrication Guide Lubrication Guide Guide Engine SpecificationsPage Slope Gauge Commercial USE Residential USE CUB Cadet Corporation MANUFACTURER’S Limited WarrantyMaintenance Parts Chart

2176 specifications

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Comfort is a key consideration in the design of the 2176. The lawn tractor features a comfortable, adjustable seat that allows for prolonged use without discomfort. Additionally, the operator's presence control (OPC) ensures that the tractor stops when the operator leaves the seat, improving safety during operation.

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