14. PERIODIC SERVICE

■Refilling the Fuel Tank

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage.

●NEVER use a galvanized container to store fuel. Diesel fuel in a galvanized container reacts with the zinc coating in the container to generate zinc flakes. If the fuel contains water, a zinc gel will also occur. The zinc gel and flakes will quickly clog the fuel filter and damage the fuel injection nozzle and fuel pump.

In cold climate, use Grade No. 1-D diesel fuel, and in warm climate, use Grade No. 2-D diesel fuel. The cetane number of the diesel fuel used must be 45 or higher.

When the air temperature drops below –4°F(–20°C) or the altitude of the work site exceeds 5000 ft (1500 m), use a diesel fuel whose cetane value is 50 or higher.

The sulfur content must not exceed 0.5 % by volume. Less than 0.05 % is preferred.

Bio-diesel Fuels

In the United States, non-mineral oil based fuel resources such as RME (Rapeseed Methyl Ester) and SOME (Soybean Methyl Ester), collectively known as FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters), are being used as extenders for mineral oil derived diesel fuels.

Cub Cadet Yanmer approves the use of bio-diesel fuels that do not exceed a blend of 5 % (by volume) of FAME with 95 % (by volume) of approved mineral oil derived diesel fuel. Such bio-diesel fuels are known in the market place as B5 diesel fuels.

WARNING

Avoid personal injury. Remember that fuel vapor is explosive and flammable:

●Shut down the engine before refilling the fuel tank. ●NEVER smoke while handling fuel.

●Keep the fuel away from an open flame or sparks. ●Refuel outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

●Wipe away spilled fuel immediately.

●To prevent static electric discharge, use a clean approved non-metal fuel container.

●To prevent static electric discharge, use a clean approved plastic funnel that has no metallic screen mesh or filter.

IMPORTANT: Be careful to avoid damage.

●Dirt and water in the fuel can damage the engine. ●Remove dirt and debris from the fuel tank opening. ●Use clean, fresh, stabilized fuel.

●At the end of operation for the day, fill the fuel tank to prevent condensation from occurring in the fuel tank.

●When filling the fuel tank or container use a non-metallic funnel that has a plastic mesh strainer.

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EX2900, EX3200 specifications

The Cub Cadet EX2900 and EX3200 models represent a top tier of sub-compact tractors, designed to meet the diverse needs of homeowners and landscape professionals. Renowned for their reliability and performance, these tractors are equipped with robust features and advanced technologies.

At the heart of the EX2900 and EX3200 is a powerful, fuel-efficient engine. The EX2900 boasts a 29 horsepower engine, while the EX3200 takes it up a notch with a 32 horsepower variant. Both engines feature a liquid cooling system, ensuring optimal performance even under heavy loads. This added power allows for efficient operation of various implements such as loaders, mowers, and tillers, making them ideal for a range of tasks from mowing lawns to landscaping and agricultural duties.

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