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- Page 1 Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower MODEL 17HP Kawasaki 48" Stamped Deck OPERATOR’S AND SERVICE MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword............. . . 3 General Safety Operations . -
Page 3: Foreword
FORWARD The Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower provides superb maneuverability. The machine incor- porates many safety features that should be studied by all operators before use. The list of safety precautions should receive particular attention. This manual presents all of the operating and maintenance instructions necessary to keep your mower at peak efficiency. -
Page 4: General Safety Operations
GENERAL SAFETY 6. Do not check for hydraulic leaks with any part of the body. OPERATIONS 7. Do not add fuel to a machine when the engine is running and/or the exhaust system is hot. A. DANGER 8. Keep machine clean and free of debris, grass, Do not operate machine in confined areas leaves, oil, grease, etc. -
Page 5: Related To Fuel
11. When looking for oil leaks, never run your position. Always allow other vehicles to have hand over hydraulic hoses, lines or fittings. the right-of-way. Never tighten or adjust hydraulic hoses, lines 12. If you hit a solid object while mowing, turn off or fittings while the system is under pressure. -
Page 6: Safety Decals
SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS WARNING SHIELD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE Part Number: 00030635 DANGER Part Number: 01003858 ROTATING BLADE Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is running. Part Number: 00030633 Part Number: 01003449 Part Number: 01003859 Part Number: 01003450 Part Number: 01002166 TO R E D U C E T H E R I S K O F I N J U R Y,... -
Page 7: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Engine: 17 HP Kawasaki Engine Type: Vertical air cooled Air Cleaner: Dual Element Lube System: Pressurized with oil filter Starter: 12-volt electric Traction Drive: Engine to two variable-speed hydraulic pump/motor BDR units to gearbox on each drive wheel Hydraulic Tank: 10 quart capacity, One quart filter Cutter Deck;Drive: 48", Belt Driven... -
Page 8: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Figure. 1 Figure. 2 Tach and Electric Blade Engine throttle Hour Meter Clutch Switch Choke Lever Ignition Switch A.General ing and raise the cutting deck to the trans- port position. Always allow other vehicles 1. When Mowing: to have the right of way. a. -
Page 9: Controls
c. Avoid turning when going downhill, traction B.Controls is at a minimum going downhill. 1. Engine Ignition and Start Switch: (See Fig- d. Do not operate with discharge side of the ure 1.) Located on the instrument housing mower toward streets, buildings, play- below the right side of the operator’s seat. - Page 10 Steering Levers Deck Lift Handle Brake Figure. 4 Fuel Shutoff Valve Figure. 3 mechanism. To service the unit: Remove the 4. Electric Blade Clutch Switch: (See Figure hairpin clip from the locking pin and remove 1.) Located on the right side of the mower the pin from the pedal assembly.
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Page 11: Initial Adjustments
is a flashing “OIL” at each recommended the procedures below to set the appropriate engine oil and filter change. Reset after hour. angle to the mowing deck. a. Park the mower on a flat paved surface, C.Initial Adjustments engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, remove the key from the ignition 1. -
Page 12: Zero Turn Break-In And Operating Procedures
clockwise a few turns. Adjust both front bystanders, damage to the machine, or and rear Deck links as necessary. damage to nearby facilities. Retighten nuts. d. Inspect the machine to make sure: Raise the mowing deck to the transport 1. All guards, shields (including mower position using the transport lever. - Page 13 ning. Sit down and the engine should begins to move rearward. Release the run. Turn off the PTO by pushing the lap bars and the machine should stop. control switch down. The more the lap bars are moved toward h. To drive in the FORWARD direction: the rear of the machine, the faster the 1.
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Page 14: Maintenance And Service
c. Move the left and right steering levers to levers forward the faster the mower will go the neutral, opened-out position. forward. d. Push the electric blade clutch switch down h. To back up, move both steering levers to the “Off” position. slightly backward and the mower will slowly e. - Page 15 Cotter Pins Cotter Pins Height of Cut Clevis Figure. 6 Note: Never mow with dull blades! Blades that are There is a certain amount of spring bent should be replaced! The cutting blades tension due to the weight of the deck. When are sharp and can cause severe injury.
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Page 16: Hydraulic Oil
Cover Plate Spindle Figure. 8 Hydraulic Tank 1. Adding Hydraulic Oil (use SAE20W 50) a. Place the Mower on a level surface and engage the parking brake. Figure. 7 b. Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch. blade drive belt from the pulley and slide Clean the area around the Hydraulic Oil fill the belt away from the pulley. -
Page 17: Electrical System
drain oil from both left and right axles. c. Store the battery with a full charge. A dis- Replace and retighten nuts. charged battery will freeze (refer to the table below).. Transmission Specific Gravity Freezing Temp (°F) 1.265 1.250 1.200 1.150 Figure. - Page 18 other electrical components. This is a stan- steering lever up to the operating position dard plug-in type automotive fuse rated at 7.5 and try to start the engine. The engine amp. should not start. If it does, the left steering Safety Switches: There are five safety lever switch must be repositioned or per- switches in the electrical circuit which control...
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Page 19: Tires
If a problem still exists contact your cub cadet service Lower the mower off the jack and continue dealer. mowing. The wheel with the leaking tire should be taken to the maintenance area, the D.Tires... -
Page 20: Hydraulic System
Check the two suction hoses (the hoses con- service dealer nected to the filter) daily before starting the engine. -
Page 21: G.storage
Note: The pumps are not owner-repairable. in temperature. Before storing, the following If a pump fails, contact your Cub Cadet Ser- maintenance procedures should be per- vice Dealer. Do not disassemble the pump. formed. -
Page 22: Maintenance Schedule
Inspect the hydraulic hoses, lines and fit- Clean or replace the engine’s paper air tings. Replace as necessary. cleaner element.* Jack the mower up and store it on blocks to Check the battery’s electrolyte level. take the weight off of the tires. Clean the engine cooling fins and external 2. -
Page 23: Lubrication Chart
OIL CHART Apply a few drops of SAE 20W-50 engine oil or use a spray lubricant. Apply the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Start engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly. Number of Oil Points Description DAILY... -
Page 24: Performance Adjustments
Performance Adjustments B. Enginge RPM Check and Adjustment Description High RPM Spec. Low RPM Spec. A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment If mower tracks to one side with both lap bars in fully forward position: 17 HP Kawasaki 3600 +/-50 1650 +/-100 NOTE: RPM Specs. -
Page 25: Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings
g. Verify proper throttle adjustment by check- b. The seat has five inches of front-to-rear ing RPM readings as outlined above. adjustment available. Check factory settings of lap bars for the con- C. Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings ditions listed above. Note: Matching the set heights of the ball rollers on If lap bar adjustments are required,... -
Page 26: F Deck Leveling Procedure
F. Deck leveling Procedure aligned along the mower centerline. The blade- to-ground height at the rear of the blade tip Park the mower on a flat paved surface, engage should be 1/8" to 1/4” higher than the front tip. the parking brake, shut off the engine, remove This is referred to as blade pitch. -
Page 27: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM... - Page 28 1. What Is Covered By This Warranty. This limited warranty covers any defect in materials or workmanship in your Cub Cadet equipment for two year from the date of purchase for the first user purchaser. Cub Cadet will replace or repair any part or parts without charge through your authorized Cub Cadet dealer. Batteries, belts and tires will be covered for a period of ninety (90) days from date of purchase.
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