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Operator's Manual
Series 1500
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 not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester 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 arrester 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
FORM NO. 770-10586.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(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 arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your Cub Cadet dealer. •... -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 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 Operation
6. Do not coast downhill. Over-speeding may cause manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your the operator to lose control of the machine resulting Cub Cadet dealer for assistance. in serious injury or death. 7. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. - Page 5 Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is by an authorized Cub Cadet dealer. spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. 4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
- Page 6 8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or 13. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for other safety devices. Check their proper operation gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment. regularly. 14. Grass catcher components and the discharge 9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, cover are subject to wear and damage which could disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
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Page 7: Slope Gauge
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Page 8: Tractor Set-Up
Rubber Boot Hex Bolt Warning Tag Wing Mulch Plug NOTE: Model 1515 has a hairpin clip in place of a shipping brace Figure 2 Figure 1 • While holding the discharge chute with your left NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date... -
Page 9: Know Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR BRAKE 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 Parking Brake Lever Cruise Control Lever Fuel Tank Cap Deck Lift Lever Seat Adjustment Lever M Cup Holder... -
Page 10: Throttle Control Lever
Throttle Control Lever Ignition Switch 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 the engine. When set in a given position, the throttle will PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and maintain a uniform engine speed. -
Page 11: Cruise Control
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. Cup Holder... -
Page 12: Operating Your Lawn Tractor
If the wheels contact the surface adjust as follows: should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. a. 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 b. -
Page 13: Stopping The Engine
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: Driving On Slopes
Setting The Cruise Control • Briefly depress the brake pedal to release the 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. - 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
Mulching Carriage Screw Model 1515 & 1517 lawn tractors come equipped with a mulch kit which incorporates special blades, already standard on your tractor, in a process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath the cutting deck. The ultra-fine clippings are then forced back into the lawn where they act as a natural fertilizer. -
Page 17: Leveling The Deck
Troubleshooting 3. Low Idle Speed Setting: Place the throttle control into the “idle” or “slow” position. Set the low idle If engine troubles are experienced that appear to be fuel system related, check the following areas before speed to 1200 RPM* (± 75 RPM) by turning the low idle adjusting the carburetor. -
Page 18: Steering Adjustment
• 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: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor
*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: Changing The Engine Oil
• Allow the engine a few minutes to rest after opera- • Fill the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full tion. This will give the oil time to drain into the crank- (F) mark on the dipstick. Refer to Figure 18. Refer case sump and result in a more accurate dipstick to the viscosity oil chart earlier in this section for reading. - Page 21 NOTE: Refer to the Attachments & Accessories table If leaks are present, have your engine IMPORTANT: serviced by your Cub Cadet dealer before operating the found on page 32 of this manual for the proper oil filter. tractor.
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Page 22: Air Filter
Air Filter The engine is equipped with a replaceable, high density Air Cleaner Cover paper air cleaner element and an oiled, foam with Knob 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: Visually inspect the filter periodically for a build-up of Refer to the Attachments & Accessories table 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 When replacing the blade, be sure to IMPORTANT: plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to install the blade with the side of the blade marked... -
Page 26: Changing The Deck Belt(S)
Charging If the unit has not been put into use for an extended period of time, charge the battery with an automotive- Support Pin 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 The Transmission Drive Belt
Model 1515 Electric PTO Clutch PTO Idler Bracket (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 Model 1517 PTO Idler Bracket (mounted on tractor) - Page 28 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: Off-Season Storage
Hydrostatic Transmission 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 STORAGE 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 Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action 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) Crankcase (approximately) 4 pints / 64 oz. (1.9 liters) 4 pints / 64 oz. (1.9 liters) 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: Label Map
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Page 34: Warranty Information
KOHLER CO. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY UTILITY AND 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: Cub Cadet Llc
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 Llc
CUB CADET LLC 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...