Cub Cadet 3184 manual Changing Fuel Filter, Changing Air Cleaner, Servicing The Precleaner

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To remove the spark plugs, always use a spark plug wrench. Check the gap after every 100 hours of operation.

Replace a defective plug with a new plug. Set the spark plug gap at .030 inch. Tighten the plug to 18-22 ft-lbs. See your authorized dealer for the correct replacement plug.

Changing Fuel Filter

WARNING: Do not replace the fuel filter when engine is hot.

The engine is equipped with an in-line fuel filter. Visually inspect the filter periodically for a build-up of residue inside the filter body, and for a dirty element which can be indicated by discoloration. Replace the fuel filter when dirty.

Changing Air Cleaner

Air Cleaner

Cover w/Knob

Element Cover

Wing Nut

Element Cover

Rubber Seal

Foam

Precleaner

Paper Element

Air Cleaner Base

Figure 26

Check the air cleaner daily or before starting the engine. Check for loose or damaged components and check the condition of the filter element. Remove any buildup of dirt and debris in the air cleaner housing.

See Figure 26 for assembly of the Air cleaner elements.

WARNING: Operating the engine with loose or dam- aged air cleaner components will allow unfiltered air into the carburetor, causing extensive wear and eventual failure of the engine.

Servicing The Precleaner

Wash and re-oil the foam precleaner more often under extremely dusty or dirty conditions. See Figure 26.

Loosen the aircleaner cover knob and remove the cover.

Remove the foam precleaner by sliding it up off the paper element.

Wash the precleaner in warm water with detergent. Rinse the precleaner thoroughly until all traces of the detergent are eliminated. Squeeze out (do not wring) excess water in a dry cloth. Allow the precleaner to air dry.

Saturate the foam precleaner with new engine oil. Squeeze out all excess oil in a dry cloth.

Reinstall the foam precleaner over the paper element.

Position the air cleaner cover so that the knob engages the stud of the base assembly and tighten the knob.

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Contents CUB Cadet P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, Ohio 3000Tractor and Deck Preparation Table of ContentsGeneral Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesSlope Operation Do not Inspect blade for damage e.g Environment and the ecology Finding Your Model & Serial Number Calling Service InformationIgnition Stop Safety Labels Found on Your UnitCont Controls Parking Brake Lever PTO SwitchCenter Lift Height Indicator Steering WheelHydraulic Lift Lever Ignition / Light SwitchFuel Fill Cap Cup HolderHour Meter Seat Adjustment LeverIndicator Light Pod Oil Pressure Indicator Low Fuel IndicatorStarting The Engine Safety Interlock SwitchesOperation Fueling The TractorDriving The Tractor Setting The Cruise ControlDriving On Slopes Opening Tool Box Using the Hydraulic Lift SystemUsing The Drawbar Stopping The TractorChecking the Brake Brake Inspection and AdjustmentFront Wheel Alignment FrontAdjusting the Brake Turning Radius AdjustmentMaintenance Chart Operation to MaintenanceBe performed 100 Lubrication IllustrationGeneral Battery Information Accessing Engine CompartmentBattery Storage Battery RemovalHeadlight Bulb Replacement Battery MaintenanceChecking Transmission Oil Level Tire InflationAdding Transmission Oil Changing Transmission Oil Electrical Box Important Information The serviceFuse Off-Season Storage Engine Information MANUFACTURER’S Warranty CoverageChecking Engine Oil Level Cleaning The EngineChanging Engine Oil Adding Engine OilSparkplugs Before making any adjustments or repairsServicing The Precleaner Changing Air CleanerChanging Fuel Filter Servicing The Paper Element Mower Deck Side To Side Leveling AdjustmentFront to Back Leveling Adjustment As needed Setting the Cutting HeightRemoval of Deck Removal and Installation of Mower DeckViewed from Right Side Front Caster Wheel Rear Gauge Wheel Upper Hole Installation of Mower DeckTo Lock Cleaning and Blade Care Mower Deck MaintenanceGear Box Mounting Bracket LubricationRemove Spindle Belt Spindle Belt ReplacementInstall new spindle belt Normal Mowing Mowing With Mulching Option Installation of Mulching PlugMulching Operation Engine Operates Irregularly or Knocks Trouble ShootingDescription Model Number Optional EquipmentTires SpecificationsBrakes Slope Gauge Page Page Page Year/500 Hour Limited Warranty Year Limited Warranty PTO ClutchPage Page Description Quick Reference Parts

3184 specifications

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