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Operator's Manual
Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor
Models 1515
1517
IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should net be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered,
brush-covered
or gross-covered
land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark attester meeting applicable local or state
lows (if any). If a spark orrester is used, it should be maintained
in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California
the
above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. A spark orrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department,
P.O. Box
361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
CUB CADET
LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,
OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 770-10586
( 12/2001 )
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- Page 1 (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark orrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O.
- Page 2 The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your Cub Cadet dealer. You can locate the model number by looking beneath the seat. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.
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Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION P RACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. -
Page 4: Slope Gauge
Do not coast downhill. Over-speeding may cause manual, usecareandgood judgment. Contact your the operator to lose control of the machine resulting Cub Cadet dealer for assistance. in serious injury or death. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. SLOPE OPERATION loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes... - Page 5 Use extreme care when approaching blind lock-open device. corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and objects that may block your vision of a child other sources of ignition. Never fuel machine indoors. who may run into the machine. Disengage the cutting blade(s) before Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the traveling in reverse.
- Page 6 8. Never t amper w iththesafetyinterlock s ystem or Observe proper disposal lawsandregulations for othersafety devices. Check theirproper o peration gas,oit,etc.to protect theenvironment. regularly. Grass catcher c omponents andthedischarge 9. Afterstriking a foreign object, s toptheengine, coveraresubject t owearanddamage which could disconnect thesparkplug wire(s) a ndground expose moving parts or allowobjects t o bethrown.
- Page 7 SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE A CORNER OFA BUILDING OR A FENCE POST 1,1.1 wARNING &i Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury.
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Page 8: Tractor Set-Up
SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Attaching theBatteryCables IMPORTANT: Your tractor is shipped with oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The operating. Refer to Checking the 0il Levelon page 19 for negative battery terminal is marked Neg. -
Page 9: Know Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWNTRACTOR IIIIII NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 3 Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter Ignition Switch Throttle Control Lever Brake Pedal Choke Control Drive Pedal Cruise Control Lever Parking Brake Lever Deck Lift Lever Fuel Tank Cap Seat Adjustment Lever Cup Holder PTO (Power Take-off) Knob... - Page 10 ThrottleControl L ever IgnitionSwitch The throttle control lever is located on the left side of the WARNING: Never leave running tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed of machine unattended Always disengage the engine. When set in a given position, the throttle will PTO, set parking brake, stop engine maintain a uniform engine speed.
- Page 11 To release the engine's charging system checked by a parking brake, depress the brake pedal slightly. The Cub Cadet dealer. parking brake lever will then return to its original position. CupHolder...
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Page 12: Operating Your Lawn Tractor
If the wheels contact the surface adjust as follows: should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Raise the deck lift handle to its highest Contact a Cub Cadet dealer. The safety interlock setting. system prevents the engine from cranking or starting... - Page 13 If noise continues, run the engine at mid-throttle for twenty minutes. If noise persists, have the engine Flat Washer serviced by your Cub Cadet dealer. NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly.
- Page 14 • Briefly depress the brake pedal to release the SettingTheCruiseControl parking brake. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position. NOTE: The cruise control feature should only be • To travel FORWARD, slowly depress the upper utilized while traveling in the forward direction. portion of the drive pedal forward until the desired •...
- Page 15 Stop machine if anyone enters the area. This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet's quality cutting decks. The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor.
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Page 16: Making Adjustments
NOTE: Carburetor adjustments should be made only after the engine has warmed up. The engines on Cub Cadet 1515 & 1517 are equipped with a Walbro fixed main jet carburetor. Walbro carburetors have a low idle speed screw and a low idle fuel adjusting needle. - Page 17 Troubleshooting 3 Low Idle Speed Setting: Place the throttle control If engine troubles are experienced that appear to be into the "idle" or "slow" position. Set the low idle fuel system related, check the following areas before speed to 1200 RPM* (+ 75 RPM) by turning the low idle adjusting the carburetor.
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Page 18: Steering Adjustments
• Locate the two lock nuts on the opposite side of the If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when stabilizer bracket. See Figure 14. Tighten the lock the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the nuts to raise the front of the deck;... -
Page 19: Checking Oil Level
*Use of synthetic oil having 5W-20 or 5W-30 rating is engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty acceptable, up to 40:F repairs must be performed by your Cub Cadet **Synthetic oils will provide better starting in extreme Dealer. cold (below -10°F). -
Page 20: Adding/Changing Engine Oil
• Allowtheengine a fewminutes to restafteropera- Fill the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full tion.Thiswillgivetheoiltimetodrain intothecrank- (F) mark on the dipstick. Refer to Figure 18. Refer casesumpandresultin a moreaccurate dipstick to the viscosity oil chart earlier in this section for reading. -
Page 21: Draining Oil
NOTE: Refer to the Attachments & Accessories table IMPORTANT: If leaks are present, have your engine found on page 32 of this manual for the proper oil filter. serviced by your Cub Cadet dealer before operating the tractor. - Page 22 Air Filter The engine is equipped with a replaceable, high density Air Cleaner Cover paper air cleaner element and an oiled, foam precleaner which surrounds the paper element. See Figure 21. Always examine the air cleaner before starting the engine. Check for a buildup of dirt and debris around the air cleaner system.
- Page 23 NOTE: Refer to the Attachments & Accessories table Visually inspect the filter periodically for a build-up of residue inside the filter body, and for a dirty element found on page 32 of this manual for the proper spark which can be indicated by discoloration. Replace the plug type.
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Page 24: Service
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 Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with... -
Page 25: Cutting Blades
Cutting Blades The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver. Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark IMPORTANT:When replacing the blade, be sure to plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to install the blade with the side of the blade marked prevent unintended starting before removing... -
Page 26: Cutting Deck Removal
Charging If the unit has not been put into use for an extended period of time, charge the battery with an automotive- type 12-volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six amps. WARNING: Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. -
Page 27: Changing Transmission Drive Belt
Model1515 Electric PTOClutch PTOIdlerBracket (mounted on deck) Deck/PTO belt Left Hand Pulley beneath belt guard). Right Hand Pulley (beneath belt guard) Deck Idler Pulleys Figure 28 Electric PTO Clutch PTOIdler Bracket Model1517 (mounted on tractor) Deck belt (Bottom) Left Hand Pulley PTO belt (Top) Right Hand Pulley (beneath belt guard) - Page 28 • electric PTO clutch. Lower the engine pulley far If you don't, see your Cub Cadet dealer to have the belt enough to be able to remove the upper drive belt changed.
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Page 29: Maintenance Chart
Hydrostatic T ransmission The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is maintenance free. The fluid level cannot be checked nor can the oil be changed. Always keep the area around the transmission cooling fan free of grass and debris at all times. SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON S TORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: To empty the system, run the engine until the tank... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Corrective Action Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to start PTO knob engaged. Place knob in disengaged (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Connect wire to spark plug. Throttle control lever not in correct Place throttle lever to FAST position. -
Page 31: Specifications
SECTION 12: SPECIFICATIONS 1515 1517 Capacities Fuel Tank 3 gallons (11.4 liters) 3 gallons (11.4 liters) 4 pints / 64 oz. (1.9 liters) 4 pints / 64 oz. (1.9 liters) Crankcase (approximately) Transmission Case (approximately) 4.9 pints / 78.8 oz. (2.3 liters) 4.9 pints / 78.8 oz. -
Page 32: Attachments & Accessories
NOTE: Cub Cadet lawn tractor models 1515 and 1517 are NOT designed for use with any type of ground- engaging attachments (e.g. tiller or mulboard plow). Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor's warranty. - Page 33 777D04541 777D05387 _2"_777X40079 _203_4 777D01782 _l.1 J, I]_[_ HOT AllEA] 777100003 777D05479 777D05448 777100004 777D05447 777D05478 777D03263 RIGHT SIDE 777120310 777D03264 LEFT S DE 777S00007 777100005...
- Page 34 KOHLER FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY UTILITY LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Kohler Co. are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your small off-road equipment engine. For California, engines produced in 1995 and later must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state's stringent anti-smog standards.
- Page 35 You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their property or in the Yellow Pages or contact CUB CADET by calling 1- arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the prod- 877-CUB TOUGH (1-877-282-8684) or writing to P.O.
- Page 36 CUB CADET MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY (RESIDENTIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, LLC ("CUB CADET") with respect to new merchandise pur- blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as...