Cub Cadet 18HP Electrical Circuit, Specific Gravity Freezing Temp F, Battery Removal

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drain oil from both left and right axles. Replace and retighten nuts.

Transmission

Figure. 9

j.Coat new filter seal with oil before installa- tion. Install new hydraulic oil filter filled with new oil.

k.Add proper amount of hydraulic oil to res- ervoir.

l.Run and purge gearboxes. Check oil level.

m.Add proper amount of hydraulic oil to res- ervoir and repeat step L.

C.Electrical Circuit

Danger:

Read General Safety Precautions Nos. 9 and 10.

1.Battery: The battery is located beneath the operator’s seat. Remove the fillcaps and check the level of the liquid electrolyte in the battery every 50 operating hours. If the level in any of the six cells has dropped below the bottom of the split ring inside the fill hole, refill the cell with distilled water. To keep the out- side of the battery clean, brush on a strong solution of bicarbonate of soda and water and rinse with clean water. Keep the contacts and cable ends clean with a wire brush and make sure the connections are tight. Coat the termi- nals with petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.

2.Battery Storage: When storing the Mower for long periods of time the following guidelines should be taken.

a.Disconnect the battery cables from the ter- minals and remove the battery. You will have to remove the control panel to access the battery strap. Replace control panel.

b.Clean the battery before storing. A dirty battery will lose its charge over time.

c.Store the battery with a full charge. A dis- charged battery will freeze (refer to the table below)..

Specific Gravity

Freezing Temp (°F)

 

 

1.265

-71

 

 

1.250

-62

 

 

1.200

-16

 

 

1.150

5

 

 

1.100

16

 

 

d.Recharge battery when ever the specific gravity value is less than 1.225

3.Battery Removal

Warning:

When removing the cables from the battery follow these steps to avoid a short between the wrench and the frame.

a.Remove the Negative (black) cable.

b.Remove the Positive (red) cable.

c.Release the hold down straps.

d.Remove the battery without tipping.

4.Installing the Battery

Note: The battery is delivered from the fac- tory fully charged and filled with electrolyte.

a.Attach the Positive (red) cable.

b.Attach the Negative (black) cable.

c.Attach the rubber battery strap.

5.Jump Starting

Warning:

Failure to use this starting procedure can cause sparking, and the gases in the battery to explode.

a.Attach the end of the red jumper cable to the Positive terminal (+) of the charged battery.

b.Attach the other end of the red jumper cable to the Positive terminal (+) of the low charge battery.

c.Attach the end of the black jumper cable to the Negative terminal of the charged bat- tery.

d.Attach the other end of the black jumper cable to the frame of the unit with the low charge battery.

6.Fuses: There is one fuse located in the wiring between the ignition and start switch and

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Contents Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower Table of Contents Forward General General Safety OperationsSafety Precautions Related to Fuel When MowingShield Missing do not Operate Safety Decals and LabelsSpecifications Operating Instructions When MowingSafety Awareness when Mowing To Mow Grass and Produce a Striped Pat- tern Figure Fuel Shutoff Valve Check the fluid levels and tires Initial AdjustmentsLubricate all fittings listed in the mainte- nance section Zero Turn Break-In And Operating ProceduresOrientation Initial OperationStart the Engine Mower Deck Maintenance ServiceParking the Mower Removing the Mower DeckChanging the Blade Drive Belts Changing a BladeStop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch Changing the Spindle AssemblyHydraulic Oil Adding Hydraulic Oil use SAE20WInstalling the Battery Battery RemovalElectrical Circuit Specific Gravity Freezing Temp FPage Inflation Pressure TiresBrakes Hydraulic Oil Tank and Filter Hydraulic SystemStorage Maintenance Schedule If Mower is so equipped OIL ChartEnginge RPM Check and Adjustment High Speed Tracking AdjustmentLap Bar Adjustment Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller SettingsDeck Center Anti-Scalp Roller Settings Deck leveling Procedure Wiring Diagram Equipment TWO-YEAR Limited Warranty

18HP specifications

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