SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR
NOTE: Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 24 for a reference of recommended maintenance intervals.
WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual for engine maintenance instructions.
Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit. Follow the instructions carefully.
•Service the oil filteras instructed in the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed
with your unit.
Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining.
•Refill the engine with new motor oil.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/ Owner Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil.
Air Cleaner
Service the
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customer’s expense, may be performed by any engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by your Cub Cadet Dealer.
Changing Engine Oil
•Gently raise the tractor’s hood
•Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick from the oil fill tube. See Figure 13.
Oil Fill Cap / |
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Dipstick |
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Drain Port | Oil Drain Hose |
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Figure 13
•Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port. See Figure 13.
•Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual) onto the oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into an appropriate oil collection container with a capacity of no less than 64 oz.
•Push the oil drain valve in slightly, then rotate counterclockwise and pull outward to begin draining oil.
Spark Plug(s)
The spark plug(s) should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.
Cleaning the Engine And Deck
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly.
Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys.
IMPORTANT: The use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your tractor is NOT recommended. It may cause damage to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in a shortened life of the tractor and reduce its serviceability.
Lubrication
WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to Engine on page 18 for instruction regarding all
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.
Deck Wheels
Each of the tractor deck’s front gauge wheels is equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation
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