Cub Cadet 2176 manual Checking Transmission OIL Level, Adding Transmission OIL

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CHECKING TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL

NOTE

Check the oil level only while the engine is stopped and the tractor is level.

Check the oil level of the transmission case before each use to see that it is filled to the correct level. Before checking the transmission oil level, clean the area around the oil fill plug/dipstick to prevent debris from entering the transmission case. Always keep the oil level between the “FULL” and the “ADD” marks on the dipstick (See Figure 20). When checking the oil level, the dipstick must be withdrawn and wiped clean, then inserted all the way before being withdrawn for a true reading.

OPERATING

RANGE

TRANSMISSION

DIPSTICK

Figure 20

ADDING TRANSMISSION OIL

CAUTION

Never overfill the transmission case. Damage may result if the oil level in the transmission case is below the “ADD” mark or over the “FULL” mark of the dipstick.

NOTE

For best results, fill to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick as opposed to adding a given quantity of oil. Always check the level on the dipstick before adding more oil.

Refer to the LUBRICATION TABLE for information regarding the proper type of oil to add to the transmission case.

1.Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the brake pedal lock. Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key.

2.Clean the area around the oil fill plug/dipstick to prevent debris from entering the transmission case.

3.Remove the oil fill plug/dipstick from the oil fill port and SLOWLY pour oil into the oil fill port. Fill the transmission case until the oil level reaches the “FULL” mark on the dipstick (Refer to Figure 20).

4.Reinstall the oil fill plug/dipstick securely into the oil fill port.

CAUTION

The oil fill plug/dipstick MUST BE INSTALLED SECURELY INTO THE FILL PORT AT ALL TIMES WHEN THE ENGINE IS OPERATING.

HYDROSTATIC DRIVE OIL FILTER

CAUTION

Never overfill the transmission case. Damage may result if the oil level in the transmission case is below the “ADD” mark or over the “FULL” mark of the dipstick.

NOTE

For best results, fill to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick as opposed to adding a given quantity of oil. Always check the level on the dipstick before adding more oil.

Refer to the MAINTENANCE CHART for information regarding the frequency of the hydrostatic transmission oil filter replacement. The filter can be obtained through your Cub Cadet dealer under the part number 923-3014.

Refer to the LUBRICATION TABLE for information regarding the oil capacity and the proper type of oil to pour into the transmission case.

1.Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the brake pedal lock. Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key.

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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 OperationIII. Children II. Slope OperationDo not 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 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 Stopping the Tractor Operating the Power TAKE-OFF PTO ClutchDriving on Slopes DrawbarAdjusting the Brakes Section III. AdjustmentsAdjusting the Seat Wheel Alignment Front Wheel AdjustmentPivot BAR Adjustment 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 Hydrostatic Drive OIL Filter Checking Transmission OIL LevelAdding Transmission OIL AIR Cleaner Servicing the PrecleanerCleaning Engine Air Cleaner Cover Paper Element Wing NutElement Cover Air Cleaner Base Rubber Grommet Servicing the Paper ElementHeadlights Spark PlugFuel Filter Storage of the Battery General Battery InformationMaintenance of Battery Common Causes for Battery FailureBattery Installation Battery Removal or InstallationBattery Removal Wash Hands after handlingMounting Tires on the RIM TiresTire SizePounds per Square Inch 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 with Mulching Option Section VII. MowingMowing Optional Equipment and Accessories Maintenance Chart Month Season Yearly StoragePTO Clutch will not Engage Hard to StartEngine Operates Irregularly or Knocks 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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