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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
3000
TRACTOR
Model 3206
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 nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9723.
CUB CADET P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9723
FORM NO. 770-10294
(10/99)
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- Page 1 Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9723. CUB CADET P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9723 FORM NO. 770-10294 (10/99)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE TRACTOR PREPARTION ........2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES . - Page 3 1. GENERAL OPERATION park brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting. • Read, understand, and follow all • Turn off blade(s) when not mowing. instructions in the operator’s manual and on the machine before starting. • Stop engine and wait until blade(s) Keep this manual in a safe place for comes to a complete stop before (a) future and regular reference and for...
- Page 4 deck or contact the engine exhaust • Avoid starting or stopping on a presenting a potential fire hazard. slope. tires lose traction, disengage the blade(s) and proceed • Use only accessories approved for slowly straight down the slope. this machine by the manufacturer. Read, understand and follow all DO NOT: instructions...
- Page 5 4. SERVICE regularly. guards instructed in this manual. • Use extreme care handling gasoline and other fuels. They are • After striking a foreign object, stop extremely flammable and the vapors the engine, remove the wire from are explosive. the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
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Page 6: Calling Service Information
Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the Cub Cadet customer support department. • Every tractor has a model plate. The model plate is located on the right frame rail behind the right front tire. -
Page 7: Safety Labels Found On Your Unit
BRA KE L OCK, SHUT OF F ENGINE AND REMOVE KEY. READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL WARNING TO ENSURE SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION OF TRANSMISSION, ONLY USE CUB CADET DRIVE SYSTEM FLUID PLUS. 737-3120 - 1 QUART 737-3121 - 1 GALLON READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL... -
Page 8: Controls
SECTION 6: CONTROLS (Not Shown) Figure 3 Parking Brake Lever Fuel Fill Cap PTO Switch Cup Holder Brake Pedal Hydraulic Lift Lever Reverse Pedal Steering Wheel Tilt Lock Forward Pedal Cruise Control Lever Center Lift Height Indicator Choke Lever Ignition/Light Switch Throttle Lever Transmission Release Rod Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Shown) - Page 9 NOTE: engage the transmission differential References to LEFT and lock. Always make certain the diff. lock RIGHT indicate that side of the tractor when facing forward while seated in disengages when the brake pedal is the drivers seat. Reference to FRONT released.
- Page 10 Steering Wheel Tilt Lock tractor is not in use. The combination lights and ignition switch has four The steering wheel tilt lock is located positions. Figure below the steering wheel in the dash description of each position. panel. Cruise Control Lever On/Lights Figure 9 The cruise control lever is located to...
- Page 11 If the oil level is within the tor operation to ensure all maintenance operating range, and the light remains procedures are completed according to on, contact your Cub Cadet dealer. the schedule in this manual. Low Fuel Indicator Oil Pressure Indicator...
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Page 12: Operation
Unscrew operate the tractor. Contact your the fuel cap and fill tank from an authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. The approved gasoline container. safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking starting... - Page 13 • Place the PTO switch in the “OFF” • Lightly push the cruise control lever position. Place the throttle control downward. lever between the “MID” and “FAST” • While continuing to hold the cruise positions. Then turn the ignition key lever down, lift your foot from the to the “OFF”...
- Page 14 ble hazards such as rocks, mounds, operator should leave the seat without turning off the PTO switch, stumps, or surface irregularities which the tractor’s engine will shut off. could cause the tractor to be upset. IMPORTANT: Back the tractor with attachment up The PTO clutch can- the steepest portion of each slope you not be operated when the tractor is...
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Page 15: Adjustments
Under these conditions it may be of Cub Cadet’s high quality mowing necessary to go back over the cut decks. The following information will area a second time to get a clean cut. be helpful when using a Cub Cadet following practices will help mowing deck with your tractor. - Page 16 For the comfort of the operator, this trac- Checking the Brake. tor is equipped with an adjustable tilt Place the tractor on a firm and level steering wheel. To adjust the steering surface. Stop the engine and remove wheel: push the steering wheel tilt lock the ignition key.
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Page 17: Maintenance
If adjustment is necessary as necessary. If brake adjustment please contact your authorized Cub does not correct the problem, see your Cadet dealer. authorized Cub Cadet dealer. SECTION 9: MAINTENANCE Maintenance Chart Operation to be performed Grease front wheel bearings •... -
Page 18: Lubrication Illustration
LUBRICATION ILLUSTRATION Cub Cadet 251H EP Grease or equivalent No. 2 lithium grease Engine Oil: See Figure 25 on page 28 Transmission Oil - Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus - ONLY Oil Can (High quality lubricating oil) - Page 19 Accessing Engine Compartment panels. To remove the quick release side panels (see Figure 17): The engine compartment can be accessed by lifting the hood upward • Open the hood by pulling up. from the recessed notches of the side • Flip quick release fasteners up and panels and tipping the hood forward.
- Page 20 Battery Removal • All batteries discharge during storage. Keep the exterior of the The battery is located under the dash battery clean, especially the top. A panel in the frame pedestal. dirty battery will discharge itself To remove the battery: more rapidly.
- Page 21 Align a locking post of the bulb See the tire side wall for proper base with the notch in the socket, inflation range. then push the bulb inward and Ensure that the valve caps are turn clockwise to lock securely tightened in place to prevent air loss and to protect the valve core.
- Page 22 Adding Transmission Oil Changing Transmission Oil WARNING: The fluid for your WARNING: The fluid for your transmission has been spe- transmission has been spe- cially formulated to ensure cially formulated to ensure the safe and proper opera- the safe and proper opera- tion of your tractor.
- Page 23 NOTE: Do not reuse the transmission Using the lubrication illustration as a oil. Contaminated transmission oil can guide, make certain that all lubrication damage the hydro transmission. fittings are installed and functioning. Be sure all fittings are free from dirt Please dispose of used oil and paint so the lubricant is certain to appropriate...
- Page 24 WARNING: Fuel left in the 25 Amp Relay fuel tank during warm Fuses weather deteriorates will cause serious starting problems. To prevent gum deposits from forming inside the engine’s carburetor and causing possible malfunction of the engine, remove all gasoline from Open Open thefuel tank as follows:...
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Page 25: Engine Information
SECTION 10: ENGINE INFORMATION KOHLER CO. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY UTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), (b) Be aware, however, that Kohler Co. may deny the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and warranty coverage if the engine or a part has Kohler Co. -
Page 26: Cleaning The Engine
LIMITATIONS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS This Emission Control System Warranty shall not REQUIREMENTS cover any of the following: The owner is responsible for the proper use and (a) repair or replacement required because of maintenance of the engine. Kohler Co. recom- misuse or neglect, improper maintenance, mends that all receipts and records covering the per- repairs improperly performed or replacement... - Page 27 Before checking the oil level, clean the Refer to Figure 25 for information area around the oil level dipstick to regarding the proper type of oil to add prevent debris from entering the to the crankcase. crankcase. See Figure 24. Always •...
- Page 28 See (Figure 25), VISCOSITY CHART, • Unseat the plastic dust cap from the engine oil drain valve. To prevent below for the proper type of oil. loss of the cap, do not remove the cap’s retaining ring from the drain Above +32°...
- Page 29 To remove the spark plugs, always Check the air cleaner daily or before use a spark plug wrench. Check the starting the engine. Check for loose or after every hours damaged components and check the operation. condition of the filter element. Remove any buildup of dirt and debris in the air Replace a defective plug with a new cleaner housing.
- Page 30 Servicing The Paper Element • When servicing the air cleaner, check the air cleaner body. Make Inspect an replace the paper element sure it is secured and not bent or as necessary. See Figure 27. damaged. Also check the element •...
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Page 31: Trouble Shooting
SECTION 11: TROUBLE SHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Remedy Hard To Start No fuel in fuel tank or carburetor Fill the tank with fuel. Check the fuel line, carburetor and fuel filter. Fuel ine or carburetor clogged Clean the fuel line and carburetor with a commercial carburetor cleaner. -
Page 32: Optional Equipment
However, later you may wish to obtain optional equipment or accessories. These items and other allied equipment can be purchased from, and installed by, your authorized Cub Cadet dealer. This tractor can be used for many different types of work, and because it is called on to operate under many different conditions, a variety or equipment is available to adapt it to the requirements of the user. -
Page 33: Slope Gauge
SECTION 13: SLOPE GAUGE WARNING: Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk- behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury. -
Page 35: Specifications
Transmission ........Hydrostatic Transmission Oil ....Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus Transmission Oil Capacity . -
Page 36: Limited Warranty - Commercial Use
CUB CADET CORPORATION MANUFACTURER’S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (COMMERCIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET CORPORATION (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. - Page 37 The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. CUB CADET shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages including, without limitation, to any claim for loss of profits, loss of savings or revenue, loss of the use of the...
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Page 38: Limited Warranty - Residential Use
(3) years for Series 2000 products manufactured after August 1, 1997 for residential users, commencing on the date of original purchase or lease and CUB CADET will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any PTO clutch or mounting hardware found to be defective in material or workmanship provided this product has been operated and maintained as set forth above. - Page 39 CUB CADET. During the period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.
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Page 40: Quick Reference Parts
KH-47-083-03 FOAM KH-24-083-02 PRE-CLEANER Engine Oil Filter KH-12-050-08 Spark Plug 759-3336 Transmission Oil Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus 737-3120 - Quart 737-3121 - Gallon Transmission Oil Filter 923-3014 Mower Deck 44” Deck -759-3939 (3) Blades 48” Deck -759-3826 (3) 54”...