Cub Cadet Lawn Mower 19HP Enforcer 44 21HP Enforcer 48 23HP Enforcer 54 User Guide

Hydrostatic Zero-Turn

Commercial Riding Mower

ProfessionalTurf Equipment

MODEL

19HP Enforcer 44

21HP Enforcer 48

23HP Enforcer 54

OPERATOR’S AND SERVICE MANUAL

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FOREWORD

The Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower provides superb maneuverability and mid-mount cut-

ting. The machine incorporates 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. If operated and maintained properly, your mower will give

dependable service.

CAUTION:

Only thoroughly trained persons should operate and maintain this

mower. This machine can cause serious injury to anyone who mis-

uses it and does not understand its operation. For their personal

safety, all operators are required to read this entire manual before

operating the mower.

Hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent

upon the design and configuration of the equipment. Awareness,

concern, prudence and proper training of the personnel involved in

the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the equip-

ment, are essential for hazard control and accident prevention.

NOTE: The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with

regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service.

Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s owner’s/operator’s manual,

packed seperately with your unit, for more information.

MODELS LISTED IN THIS MANUAL

19HP 44”,

21HP 48”,

23HP 54”,

53AI3AGF750

53AI3AGV750

53AI3AGT750

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WARNING

•

The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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 main-

tained 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 to federal lands. A spark arrester muffler

may be available.

IMPORTANT

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED,

COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTH-

ERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO

OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN

PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL-

HEED ITS WARNING.

Your lawn mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation

in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the

part of the operator can result in injury. This lawn mower is capable of amputating

hands and feet or throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instruc-

tions could result in serious injury or death.

DANGER

5. Be sure the area is clear of other people

GENERAL SAFETY

OPERATIONS

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

6. Never carry passengers.

7. Disengage the blades before shifting into

reverse and backing up. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

8. Be aware of the mower and attachment dis-

charge direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the chute guard in

place.

A. GENERAL OPERATION

1. Read, understand and follow all instructions in

the manual and on the machine before start-

ing. Keep this manual in a safe place for

future and regular reference and for ordering

replacement parts.

2. Only allow responsible individuals familiar with

the instructions to operate the machine. Know

the controls and how to stop the machine

quickly.

9. Slow down before turning. Operate the

machine smoothly. Avoid erratic operation

and excessive speed.

3. Do not put hands or feet under the cutting

deck or near rotating parts.

10. Never leave a running machine unattended.

Always turn off the blades, place the transmis-

sion in neutral, set the parking brake, stop the

engine and remove key before dismounting.

11. Turn off blades when not mowing.

12. Stop the engine and wait until the blades

come to a complete stop before (a) removing

the grass catcher or unclogging chute, or (b)

making any repairs, adjusting or removing any

grass or debris.

13. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

14. Do not operate the machine while under the

influence of alcohol or drugs.

15. Watch for traffic when operating near or cross-

ing roadways.

4. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,

wire, etc. which could be picked up and thrown

by the blades. A small object may have been

overlooked and could be accidentally thrown

by the mower in any direction and cause injury

to you or a bystander. To help avoid a thrown

objects injury, keep children, animals,

bystanders and helpers at least 75 feet from

the mower while it is in operation. Always

wear safety glasses with side shields or safety

goggles during operation or while performing

and adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from

foreign objects. Stop the blades when cross-

ing gravel drives, walks or roads.

16. Use extra care when loading or unloading the

machine into a trailer or truck. This unit

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should not be driven up or down a ramp onto

a trailer or truck under power, because the

unit could tip over causing serious personal

injury. The unit must be pushed manually on

a ramp to load or unload properly.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed

so that you will not have to stop while on the

slope.

• Follow the manufacture’s recommendations for

counterweights with attachments to improve sta-

bility.

• Use extra care with grass catchers (material

collection systems) or other attachments. These

can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and

gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed

or direction. Rapid acceleration or deceleration

could cause the front of the machine to lift and

rapidly flip over backwards, which could cause

serious injury.

17. Never make a cutting height adjustment while

the engine is running if the operator must dis-

mount to do so.

18. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and

closefitting slacks and shirts. Do not wear

loose fitting clothes or jewelry. They can be

caught in moving parts. Never operate a unit

in bare feet, sandals or sneakers.

19. Check overhead clearance carefully before

driving under power lines, wires, bridges or

low hanging tree branches, before entering or

leaving buildings, or in any other situation

where the operator may be struck or pulled

from the unit, which could result in serious

injury.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the

tires lose traction, disengage the blades and pro-

ceed slowly straight down the slope.

DO NOT:

20. Disengage all attachment clutches, set the

parking brake to the on position and put the

lap bars to the neutral or out position, before

attempting to start the engine.

21. Your mower is designed to cut normal resi-

dential grass of a height no more than 10”.

Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall,

dry grass (e.g. pasture) or piles of dry leaves.

Debris may build up on the mower deck or

contact the engine exhaust presenting a

potential fire hazard.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then,

turn slowly and use extra care.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embank-

ments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a

wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an

edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction

could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting

your foot on the ground.

• Do not use the grass catcher on steep slopes.

22. Use only accessories approved for this

machine by Cub Cadet. Read, understand

and follow all instructions provided with the

approved accessory.

C. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not

alert to the presence of children. Children are

often attracted to the machine and the mowing

activity. Never assume that children will

remain where you last saw them.

B. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of con-

trol and tip-over accidents, which can result in

severe injury or death. All slopes require extra

caution. If you cannot back up the slope

or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area

and in watchful care of an adult other than the

operator.

2. Be alert and turn the machine off if children

enter the area.

For your safety, use the slope gauge included as

a part of this manual (see pg. 27) to measure

slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or

hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees

as shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this

unit on that area or serious injury could result.

3. Before and when backing up, look behind and

down for small children.

4. Never carry children, even with the blades off.

They may fall off and be seriously injured or

may interfere with safe machine operation.

5. Never allow children under 14 years old to

operate the machine. Children 14 years and

over should only operate the machine under

close parental supervision and proper instruc-

tion.

DO:

• Mow across slopes, not up and down.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain

could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide

obstacles.

6. Use extra care when approaching blind cor-

ners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may

obscure your vision of a child or other hazard.

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7. Remove the key when the machine is left

unattended to prevent unauthorized opera-

tion.

expose moving parts or allow objects to be

thrown. For your safety protection, frequently

check the components and replace with man-

ufacturers recommended parts when neces-

sary.

D. SERVICE

10. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap

the blades or wear gloves, and use extra cau-

tion when servicing blades.

11. Check park brake operation frequently. Adjust

and service as required.

12. Muffler, engine and belt guards become hot

during operation and can cause a burn. Allow

to cool down before touching.

13. Do not change the engine governor settings

or overspeed the engine. Excessive engine

speeds are dangerous.

1. Use extreme care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are extremely flammable

and the vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved con-

tainer.

Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with

the engine running. Allow the engine

to cool at least two minutes before

refueling.

Replace the fuel cap securely (it will

“click” when correct) and wipe off any

spilled fuel before starting the engine

as it may cause a fire or explosion.

Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes

and other sources of ignition.

14. Observe proper disposal laws and regula-

tions. Improper disposal of fluids and materi-

als can harm the environment and the

ecology.

Prior to disposal, contact your local

Environmental Protection Agency to

determine the proper method for dis-

posing of the waste. Recycling cen-

ters are established to properly

dispose of materials in an environmen-

tally safe fashion.

Never refuel the machine indoors

because fuel vapors will accumulate in

the area.

Never store the fuel container or

machine inside where there is an open

flame or spark, such as a gas hot

water heater, space heater or furnace.

Use proper containers when draining

fluids. Do not use food or beverage

containers that may mislead someone

into drinking from them. Properly dis-

pose of the containers immediately fol-

lowing the draining of fluids.

DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the

ground, down drain or into a stream,

pond, lake or other body of water.

Observe Environmental Protection

Agency regulations when disposing of

oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters,

batteries, tires and other harmful

waste.

2. Never run a machine inside a closed area.

3. To reduce fire hazard, keep the machine free

of grass, leaves or other debris build-up.

Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow the

machine to cool at least 5 minutes before stor-

ing.

4. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make

certain the blade and all moving parts have

stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and

keep the wire away from the spark plug to pre-

vent accidental starting.

5. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at

frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also

visually inspect blades for damage (e.g.,

excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace with

blades which meet original equipment specifi-

cations.

6. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be

sure the equipment is in safe working condi-

tion.

15. We do not recommend the use of high pres-

sure washers to clean your unit. They may

cause damage to electrical components; spin-

dles; pulleys; bearings; or the engine.

E. Related to Batteries

Batteries are stored electrical energy devices that

may be serviceable with removable caps (the electro-

lyte levels can be checked), or may be non-service-

able (no attempt should be made to open the vents).

7. Never tamper with safety devices. Check

their proper operation regularly. Use all

guards as instructed in this manual.

8. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,

remove the wire from the spark plug and thor-

oughly inspect the mower for any damage.

Repair the damage before restarting and

operating the machine.

Batteries may contain lead (Pb) and sulfuric acid,

and they must be re-cycled and not disposed of nor

abandoned. Sulfuric acid can cause severe burns,

and in the event of contact, the areas should be

flushed with water and a physician contacted. Battery

cases should not be punctured. Lead is poisonous

9. Grass catcher components are subject to

wear, damage and deterioration, which could

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attach towed equipment except at the hitch

point.

2. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for

weight limits for towed equipment and towing

on slopes.

and is contained within the positive and negative ter-

minals as well as within the battery’s internal grid-

work of plates and active materials.

A. Explosive gases are generated when batteries

are re-charged, so sparks, flames and heat sources

should be avoided. Loose connections at the battery

terminals can produce sprks and heat...connections

to the terminals must be kept tight, and the terminals

and battery surfaces kept clean of acids and corro-

sion. If batteries are re-charged or “jumped” from

external sources, make sure that the connections are

made properly and in the correct sequence...connect

to the positive terminal of the good battery first, then

connect that to the positive terminal of the weak bat-

tery. The third connection should be to the negative

terminal of the good battery, followed by the negative

terminal of the weak battery. If sparks are observed

or heating of the wiring or connectors is detected,

disconnect in reverse order (I.E., the negative termi-

nal of the weak battery first). Batteries should be re-

charged at a constant voltage...generally 14.5 +/- 0.5

volts DC for a nominal 12 volt DC battery.

3. Never allow children or others in or on towed

equipment.

4. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment

may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

Note: 5 degrees (9%) maximum slope.

5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

H. Suspension Seat

1. This unit is equipped with a heavy-duty vinyl

fabric-covered seat incorporating adjustable

armrests, an adjustable seatback, an adjust-

able fore/aft track, a weight/ride adjustable

mechanical suspension system, and an

Operator Presence Sensor (OPS).

2. An OPS in the form of a switch, is integrated

into the seat bottom and is connected to the

machine electrical system. The weight/ride

adjustment lever is located on the right side

of the seatback and incorporates three set-

tings: light = 110 lbs, medium = 195 lbs, and

heavy = 286 lbs. Lever up is light and down is

heavy. Weight adjustment should be made

without the operator sitting in the seat. The

seatback recline adjustment is also on the

right side between the seat back and seat

bottom, and it provides up to 10 degrees.

3. The fore/aft single-locking adjustment tracks

operate on roller-bearings for smooth and

almost effortless operation. The lever for seat

track actuation is near the right front corner

of the seat bottom, and allows fore/aft adjust-

ment of 4”.

F. Related to Fuel

1. Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors can

explode if ignited. Please respect it.

2. Do not smoke or permit others to smoke

while handling fuel.

3. Always use approved containers for fuel and

fill slowly to decrease the chance of static

electricity buildup and spillage.

4. Store fuel in well ventilated and unoccupied

buildings away from sparks and flames.

5. When dispensing gasoline into approved con-

tainers, place the container on the ground

when refueling to avoid a possible static elec-

tricity ignition of fuel vapors.

6. Do not fill containers while it is inside a vehi-

cle, trunk, the bed of a pickup or floor of a

trailer.

7. Always shut off the engine and permit it to

cool before removing the fuel tank cap.

8. Always fill the fuel tank outdoors.

9. If the fuel container spout will not fit inside the

fuel tank opening, use a funnel.

4. The seat is attached to pivotal brackets,

which allow the seat assembly to pivot for-

ward onto the foot platform area.

Note: The Operator Presence Sensor must

be connected to the electrical wiring harness.

10. When filling the fuel tank, stop when the fuel

reaches one inch from the top. This space is

necessary for tank expansion. Do not overfill

11. Wipe up any spilled fuel.

G. Towing

1. Tow only with a machine that has an

approved hitch designed for towing. Do not

WARNING-YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who

read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

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SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS

DANGER

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY.

DO NOT OPERATE MOWER

UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR

OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS

IN ITS PROPER PLACE.

S30503

ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING.

Part Number: 777I22444

Part Number: 777S30503

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY,

O T

R A T

O W

N L

DISCHARGE CHUTE COVERORGRASS

C A T C H E

IS I N I T

R O P

L A C E

D A N G E R

K E E P H A N D S a n d FE E T A W A Y

Part Number: 777S32598

Part Number: 777S30145

Part Number: 777I22757

Part Number: 777I22741

Part Number: 777S32839

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SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL INFO.

Controls:

Engine ignition and start switch; throttle & choke; left and right

steering levers; electric blade clutch switch; parking brake;

mower deck lift

Parking Brake:

Seat:

Mechanical linkage attached to the brake handle

Weight adjustable suspension seat with adjustable seat back

and armrest. 4" Adjustment front-to-rear

Frame:

Instrumentation:

Structural steel, all welded construction

Hour meter

Front Caster Wheels: 11 x 6.00 - 5

Drive Wheels:

Tire Pressure:

Fuel Tank:

Ground Speed:

Net Weight:

20 x 8.00-10 for 44” & 48”; 20 x 10.00-10 for 54”

8-10 psi rear, 20-25 psi front caster

Two 5 gallons with individual shut off valves

0-8 MPH forward. 0-4 MPH reverse

655 lbs 44”; 670 lbs 48”; 685 lbs 54”

ENGINE INFO.

Engine:

19HP Kawasaki 44”; 21HP Kawasaki 48”; 23HP Kawasaki 54”

Vertical air cooled V-Twin

Type:

Air Cleaner:

Lube System:

Starter:

Paper element and foam precleaner

Pressurized with oil filter, drain valve with hose

12-volt electric

Clutch:

Electric blade brake clutch

TRACTION DRIVE INFO.

Traction Drive:

Variable-speed integrated hydraulic charged ZT-2800 pumps

and wheel motors on each drive wheel

CUTTER DECK INFO.

Cutter Deck;Drive:

Deck Lift:

44", 48”, 54” belt driven fabricated deck

Foot lever w/ lock for height adjustment

1-1/2" to 4" in 1/4” increments

Cutting Height:

No. of Blades:

3, belt-driven, power take-off from engine

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Figure. 1

Figure. 2

parking brake

Engine throttle

Hour Meter

Ignition Switch

Electric Blade

Clutch Switch

Choke

maintain the uphill side lap bar “essen-

tially” in a fixed position.

E. General

1. When Mowing:

a. Keep adults, children, and pets away from

k. Be careful when crossing gravel paths or

roadways. Always turn off the blade clutch

switch and wait until the blades stop rotat-

ing and raise the cutting deck to the trans-

port position. Always allow other vehicles

to have the right of way.

l. If you hit a solid object while mowing, turn

off the blade clutch switch, place the steer-

ing levers in the neutral, opened-out posi-

tion, move the throttle to slow, set the

parking brake, shut off the engine, and

take the key from the ignition switch.

Inspect for damage. Repair the damage.

Make sure the blades are in good condition

and that the blade bolts are tight before

restarting the engine.

m. Never leave the mower unattended without

performing the following: turn off the blade

clutch switch, placing the steering levers in

the neutral open-out position, moving the

throttle to slow, setting the parking brake,

shutting off the engine and taking the key

from the ignition switch.

n. Never walk or stand on the discharge side

of the mower when the engine is running.

Turn off the blade clutch switch if another

person approaches while you are operat-

ing the mower.

the area to be mowed.

b. When operating this mower, in the forward

direction, do not allow the steering levers

to return to neutral on their own. Always

maintain a firm grip on the levers, operate

them smoothly and avoid any sudden

movements of the levers when starting and

stopping.

c. If the mower is equipped for side dis-

charge, never use the mower without the

discharge chute installed and placed in the

down position.

d. Always remove debris and other objects

from the area to be mowed (Note: debris

and loose grass will reduce traction).

e. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

f. Watch for holes, sprinkler heads, and other

hidden hazards.

g. Avoid driving too close to trees, creeks,

ditches, sand traps, and other obstacles.

h. Before backing up, check behind and

watch where you are going.

i. Always reduce speed when making a turn,

and when grass is wet.

j. Always mow across slopes, never up and

down the slope. Do not operate on steep

slopes and slow down before turning.

Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at

the bottom and work up to the top. Use

extra care and go slowly when turning

downhill. Control the speed and direction

of the zero turn machine “primarily” with

the speed/directional control (lap bar) of

the downhill side of the machine...I.E.,

o. Never attempt to operate the traction unit

without having the mowing deck attached.

p. Keep the mower and especially the engine

and hydraulic components clean and free

of grease, grass, and leaves to reduce the

chance of fire and permit proper cooling.

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2. Safety Awareness when Mowing

a. Do not operate on steep slopes, those

above 15 degrees (27% slope).

b. Avoid turning downhill if possible, use extra

care and go slowly.

c. Avoid turning when going downhill, traction

is at a minimum going downhill.

d. Do not operate with discharge side of the

mower toward streets, buildings, play-

grounds, parking lots, other machines, ani-

mals, and other people.

e. Avoid operation or use extreme care if the

traction surface is wet, unstable, or slip-

pery.

next and each subsequent time that the

area is mowed.

F. Controls

1. Engine Ignition and Start Switch: (See Fig-

ure 1.) Located on the instrument housing

below the right side of the operator’s seat.

When the key is inserted and turned clock-

wise, 45 degrees, the ignition circuit is closed.

Turning the switch further against spring pres-

sure starts the engine. The engine will only

start if the blade clutch switch is in the “off”

position, the parking brake is engaged and

the left and right steering levers are in the

neutral, opened-out position. The key should

always be removed from the switch if the

operator leaves the mower’s seat.

f. Use extra care when grass clippings,

leaves, pine needles, or debris are present

as traction can be reduced.

2. Engine Throttle Control: (See Figure 2.)

Located on the left side of the mower next to

the operator’s seat. Moving the throttle control

from the rear to the front will increase the

engine speed from slow to fast. Stop at the

detent, or the choke will be activated.

g. Slow-down before turning and come to a

complete stop before any zero turn maneu-

ver.

h. Do not stop machine or park machine over

combustible materials such as dry grass,

leaves, debris, etc.

3. Left and Right Steering Levers: (See Figure

3.) These hinged levers open out to the side

in any position to permit the operator to be

seated or to leave the mower’s seat. The

operator, when seated, can pull the levers up

to the operating position, a comfortable fore-

arm’s length away. These levers control all of

the movements of the mower. Pushing both

levers forward causes the mower to move for-

ward. Pulling both levers back causes the

mower to move backward. Pushing one lever

ahead of the other lever causes the traction

wheel on the side where the lever is ahead to

rotate faster than the other traction wheel,

making the mower turn toward the side where

the lever is behind. When one lever is pushed

forward and the other lever pulled back the

same amount, one traction wheel will turn in

reverse and the mower will turn within its own

length.

3. To Mow Grass and Produce a Striped Pat-

tern

a. Pick a point on the opposite side of the

area to be mowed (post, tree, shrub, etc.).

b. If on a hillside, start at the bottom so that

the turns are uphill rather than downhill.

c. Align the mower so as to head directly

toward the object on the far side.

d. Slowly increase the speed of the machine

to match cutting conditions, terrain, and

operator familiarity with the controls and

keep the machine headed directly toward

the alignment object. Do not go fast as to

reduce cut quality or to be uncomfortable

in controlling the speed and direction of the

machine.

e. When approaching the other end of a strip,

slow down or stop before turning. A U-turn

is recommended unless a zero turn is

required. The speed of a U-turn that will

allow for machine controllability and mini-

mal turf defacement will be dependent on

several factors including: the speed during

turning, the radius of the turn, the tire tread

pattern, the traction coefficient of the tire to

the traction surface, the slope of the trac-

tion surface.

In order to start the engine, both steering

levers must be in the neutral position; the

parking brake must be engaged; and the

blade clutch switch must be “off”. However,

once the engine starts, the parking brake

must be released before the operator can

move the steering levers.

f. Remember, a zero turn requires that the

forward or reverse travel of the machine be

stopped prior to the initiation of the turn or

severe turf defacement can occur.

g. To prevent rutting or grooving of the turf,

change the direction that the strips are

mowed by approximately 45 degrees the

Note: The Steering Lever will return toward

neutral when released, but they should be

placed in neutral by the driver. If the Drive

Handles are not placed in neutral, the tractor

may creep.

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Steering Levers

Figure. 4

Fuel Shutoff Valve

8. Seat Position Adjustment Lever: The Seat

Position Adjustment Lever is located beneath

the seat. The Seat Position Adjustment Lever

is used to move the seat forward and back-

ward. To place the seat in the desired position

pull the seat adjustment lever to the left then

push the seat forward or back to the desired

position. Release the lever so the seat will

lock in place.

9. Weight Adjustment Lever: The weight

adjustment lever is located on the right side of

the seatback and incorporates three settings:

upper is 110 lbs, middle is 195 lbs, and lower

is 285 lbs.

Figure. 3

Deck Lift Pedal

4. Electric Blade Clutch Switch: (See Figure

1.) Located on the right side of the mower

beside the ignition switch. This is an “on/off”

push-pull switch that controls the electric

blade clutch which supplies power to the cut-

ting blades through the PTO. The switch must

be turned off to start the engine and should

be turned off for safety any time another per-

son approaches the mower or the mowing

deck is raised to the transport position. Power

to the electric clutch will also be cut off if the

operator leaves the operator’s seat.

5. Parking Brake: (See Figure 3.) Located on

the left side of the traction unit. The handle is

an overcenter lever which applies the drum

brakes on the drive wheels when the handle is

pulled to the rear. The brake must be engaged

in order to start the engine.

6. Deck Lift Pedal: (See Figure 3.) Located on

the panel in front of the seat. Raise the mow-

ing deck to the transport position, by pushing

the upper part of the pedal. To lower the mow-

ing deck, push on the upper part of the pedal

and lower it to the desired position.

7. Fuel Shutoff Valve: (See Figure 4.) Located

on top of each fuel tank. When turned in a

clockwise direction until it stops, it will shut off

the flow of fuel to the engine. When turned in

a counterclockwise direction it will open and

allow fuel to flow to the engine. Close this

valve if you are not going to run the mower for

a period of 30 minutes or more to prevent

flooding the engine.

10. Seatback Recline Knob: The seatback

recline knob is located on the right side

between the seat back and seat bottom

Turning it clockwise adds additional recline up

to 10 degrees.

11. Hour Meter: (See Figure 1) Located on the

right side of the mower behind the ignition

switch. The hour meter displays running time.

Note:An optional meter provides engine

speed (RPM), service reminders (oil, lube),

and running time (hours).

12. Choke Lever: (See Figure 2) The Choke

knob is located on the left side control panel

next to the operator’s seat. Having the Choke

in the ON (up) position helps the engine to

start during initial start-up. During normal

operation the Choke should be in the OFF

(down) position.

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switch, remove connection of the spark

plugs and using the foot pedal, lower the

mowing deck into the cutting position.

b. Using a ruler, pencil and paper, measure

and note the distance from the paved sur-

face to the bottom edge of the mowing

blade at the front and the back of the deck

on each side of the mower. (Four dimen-

sions.)

G. Initial Adjustments

1. Check the fluid levels and tires:

Note:These checks should be made daily,

before starting the engine.

a. Fuel: Using a good grade of unleaded,

regular gasoline, fill the fuel tank (beside

the engine on the left side of the mower).

When the fuel reaches one inch from the

top of the tank, stop. DO NOT OVERFILL.

Space must be left for expansion.

b. Engine Oil: (Filled at the factory before

shipment.) Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe it

off and reinsert it. Pull it out again and read

the oil level. If it is below the operating

range, add oil through the fill tube using a

funnel to bring it up to the top of the operat-

ing range.

Note:The front edge of the mowing deck

should be 1/8"-1/4" below the rear edge of the

deck so that the blades are cutting grass in

only the front half of their circular path. This

decreases friction and reduces the drive

power required.

c. If the dimension at the front of the mowing

deck is 1/8"-1/4" lower than the dimension

at the rear of the deck (pitch) on each side

of the mower, do not adjust. If not, you will

need to adjust the Lift Links (See Figure 5).

Note:Gasoline Engine: For the recom-

mended oil weight refer to engine manual.

outer nuts

c. Hydraulic Oil: (Filled at the factory before

shipment.) The hydraulic oil is contained

within the integrated hydrostatic transaxles

and does not need to be checked or

replaced. The oil level in the expansion

tank needs to be maintained at 1/2” to 1”

above the bottom of the tank.

Trailing Link

jam nut

Left Side

d. Tires: 8-10 psi rear, 20-25 psi front caster

tires

rear nuts

Note:New tires are overinflated in order to

properly seat the bead to the rim. The normal

working pressure for the traction tires is 8-10

psi. The front caster wheels should be inflated

to 20-25 psi.

Adjustable Lift Link

Figure. 5

2. Check that all Nuts, Bolts and Screws are

Tight.

3. Check the tension of the deck drive belts.

a. Remove the deck cover

b. The tension of the deck drive belts are

maintained by a spring mechanism that

adjusts for wear and stretch.

c. Examine the belts for cuts, fraying, and

excessive wear. Replace if any of these

are detected.

d. To level the deck (side to side), place the

deck in the (3” suggested) cutting position.

With a 3/4” wrench loosen the lower jam

nut of the left side of the Lift Link. To adjust

the side of the deck up or down turn the

upper jam nut clockwise (to raise) or

counter clockwise (to lower) a few turns.

e. To change the pitch (front to rear), loosen

the lower nuts on the rear Lift Links. With a

few turns, adjust clockwise (to raise) or

counter clockwise (to lower) the upper nuts

of the rear Lift Links. Once the deck is

adjusted, retighten lower nuts.

d. Replace the deck cover.

4. Adjust the Mowing Deck: The cutting height

is set in 1/4” increments in the range of 1-1/2"

to 4". Do not attempt to raise the mower deck

higher than 4” because you will damage com-

ponents on your mower. You may need to

adjust the mowing deck to achieve the proper

angle for mowing. Follow the procedures

below to set the appropriate angle to the

mowing deck.

f. Raise the mowing deck to the transport

position using the deck lift pedal.

g. Use the deck lift pedal to lower the mowing

deck to the cutting position and repeat step

“b.” above to make sure that the desired

cutting height and pitch and level have

been attained. If the dimensions are not

correct, repeat steps “c.” through “f.” above.

a. Park the mower on a flat paved surface,

engage the parking brake, shut off the

engine, remove the key from the ignition

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5. Lubricate all fittings listed in the mainte-

nance section.

1. Make sure the park brake is set to the

“ON” position, both lap bars are in the

neutral/start position, and the Power

Take Off (PTO also referred to as blade

control switch) is in the “off” (down) posi-

tion.

H. Zero Turn Break-In And Operating

Procedures

2. Move the choke and the engine speed

control (throttle) forward to the end of the

slot.

DANGER:

Reread the “When Mowing” Safety Precautions.

3. Insert the ignition key, turn the switch

toward the spring-loaded “Start” position,

maintain the Start position until the

engine begins to run, then release the

switch (it will return to the “Run” posi-

tion).

4. Move the choke/speed control slowly by

moving it rearward. If the engine is

“cold”, the choke may need to be par-

tially applied for a few minutes. Be sure

to move the choke/throttle after the

engine has “warmed up” to the detent.

g. Check safety devices:

1. With the park brake engaged, try to

move one of the lap bars (speed/direc-

tional control) from the neutral/start posi-

tion, it should not move.

2. Repeat this procedure with the opposite

side lap bars.

The following procedures are suggested for opera-

tors of ride-on machines which have zero turn

capabilities.

1. Orientation:

a. Read the entire Operator’s Manual.

b. Sit on the machine, adjust the seat fore-

and-aft, then adjust the speed/directional

(lap bar) controls (they can be adjusted

fore-and-aft, as well as up-and-down — 9/

16" wrench required).

c. Become familiar with all of the machine

controls, instrumentation, safety and

instruction signs, and safety devices.

d. Move (or have moved) the machine to a

safe, level area with no obstructions includ-

ing objects, pedestrians, and animals.

2. Initial Operation:

a. Use protective equipment for eyes, hands,

hearing, feet, legs, head and other areas of

the body if needed — safety eye glasses,

gloves, earplugs, boots, hats, etc.

3. With the park brake engaged and the lap

bars in the neutral/start position,

advance the engine speed control com-

pletely forward (Hi-idle), engage the PTO

control switch (pull upward), then lift off

the seat — the engine should stop run-

ning. Sit down and the engine should

run. Turn off the PTO by pushing the

control switch down.

WARNING:

Hearing Protection is required for all operator

exposure exceeding two (2) hours.

b. Ensure that the area is free of animals and

bystanders, especially children!

h. To drive in the FORWARD direction:

1. Set the engine speed to 2000 to 2500

rpm (refer to optional tachometer on

right control panel). This must be

increased to full speed (3525-3675 rpm)

after becoming familiar with the machine.

2. Release the park brake.

c. Survey the area where the equipment is to

be used to make sure it is free of debris,

sticks, stones, wires, bones, and other for-

eign objects which could cause injury to

bystanders, damage to the machine, or

damage to nearby facilities.

3. Slowly, move both lap bars toward the

front of the machine until the machine

begins to move forward — release the

lap bars and the machine should stop.

The more that the lap bars are moved

toward the front of the machine, the

faster the machine will move in the for-

ward direction. Release the lap bars and

the machine should stop traveling for-

ward. (This is a safety check, the normal

procedure is for the operator to slowly

bring the lap bars to the neutral position).

4. Do not advance the lap bars rapidly as

this could cause turf defacement, loss of

traction, and/or instability.

d. Inspect the machine to make sure:

1. All guards, shields (including mower

chute deflector) are in their proper place,

are secure, and are functional.

2. That there are no spilled or leaking fuel

or oil sources, nor loose fuel or hydraulic

tank caps, hoses or fittings.

3. That there are no loose or missing hard-

ware nor any missing items.

4. That no non-approved devices are

installed.

5. That all safety signs and decals are

properly installed and legible.

e. This is a one person machine, operator

only! Riders are not permitted under any

circumstance!

5. To turn, advance one lap bar ahead of

the other and the machine will turn

f. To start the engine on the machine:

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toward the opposite from the side that

was advanced — I.E. to turn clockwise

(to the Right), move the LEFT lap bar for-

ward more than the right side, and to

turn counter-clockwise (to the LEFT),

move the RIGHT lap bar forward more

than the left side. NOTE: If one lap bar is

in the neutral position and the other is

advanced, the turn side tire will not

rotate and a “pivot turn” will be executed

— turf defacement could occur (if on

grass) as well as potential damages to

the traction surface and the tire. If the lap

bar on the turn side is not brought all the

way to neutral, then the turn side tire will

continue to rotate and a “U-turn” will be

executed with a low potential for turf

defacement as well as traction surface

and tire damage.

j. To perform a “zero turn”:

1. Please note, a zero turn maneuver can

not be executed while the machine is

moving in the forward or, reverse direc-

tions, the machine must come to a stop

first.

2. To turn clockwise, slowly move the LEFT

lap bar forward while simultaneously

moving the RIGHT lap bar rearward.

Release both lap bars and the machine

should stop turning.

3. To turn counter-clockwise, slowly move

the RIGHT lap bar forward while simulta-

neously moving the LEFT lap bar rear-

ward. Release both lap bars and the

machine should stop turning (this is a

safety check, the normal procedure is for

the operator to slowly bring the lap bars

to the neutral position).

i. To drive in the REVERSE direction:

1. Make sure no bystanders, animals, or

objects are behind the machine. Look

behind the machine, and use extreme

care.

Note: If low traction conditions occur, follow

these procedures for “zero turns”:

To turn clockwise (front of machine moves toward RIGHT)

when traveling FORWARD:

1. Come to a stop,

2. Slowly, move both lap bars toward the

rear of the machine until the machine

begins to move rearward. Release the

lap bars and the machine should stop.

The more the lap bars are moved toward

the rear of the machine, the faster the

machine will move in the reverse direc-

tion. Release the lap bars and the

machine should stop traveling in reverse

(this is a safety check, the normal proce-

dure is for the operator to slowly bring

the lap bars to the neutral position).

3. Do not move the lap bars rapidly as this

could cause turf defacement and/or loss

of traction.

2. Then slowly move both lap bars rearward (no

more than 1/2 maximum reverse speed) to initiate

REVERSE travel,

3. Then slowly move the LEFT lap bar forward while

maintaining the RIGHT lap bar in the rearward travel

position.

4. To stop the turn and reintiate FORWARD travel,

slowly move the RIGHT lap bar from the REVERSE

travel position to a FORWARD travel position equal t

that of the LEFT lap bar.

5. Alternatively, release both lap bars and the

machine should stop turning, (this is a safety check,

the normal procedure is for the operator to slowly

bring the lap bars to the Neutral psoition).

To turn counter-clockwise (front of machine moves toward

LEFT) when traveling FORWARD:

4. To turn, move one lap bar ahead of the

other and the machine will turn toward

the same side that was moved — I.E., to

turn counter-clockwise (to the LEFT),

move the LEFT lap bar rearward more

than the right side, and to turn clockwise

(to the RIGHT), move the RIGHT lap bar

rearward more than the left side. NOTE:

If one lap bar is in the neutral position

and the other is moved, the turn side tire

will not rotate and a “pivot turn” will be

executed. Turf defacement could occur

(if on grass) as well as potential dam-

ages to the traction surface and the tire.

If the lap bar on the turn side is not

brought all the way to neutral, then the

turn side tire will continue to rotate and a

“U-turn” will be executed with a low

potential for turf defacement as well as

traction surface and tire damage.

1. Come to a stop,

2. Then slowly move both lap bars rearward (no

more than 1/2 maximum reverse speed) to initiate

REVERSE travel,

3. Then slowly move the RIGHT lap bar forward

while maintaining the LEFT lap bar in the rearward

travel position.

4. To stop the turn and reintiate FORWARD travel,

slowly move the LEFT lap bar from the REVERSE

travel position to a FORWARD travel position equal t

that of the RIGHT lap bar.

5. Alternatively, release both lap bars and the

machine should stop turning, (this is a safety check,

the normal procedure is for the operator to slowly

bring the lap bars to the Neutral psoition).

3. Start the Engine:

a. Open the fuel shutoff valve.

b. Sit on the Seat. Set the parking brake

“On”.

c. Move the left and right steering levers to

the neutral position.

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d. Turn the electric blade clutch switch “Off”.

e. Push the choke/throttle control to the full

forward position.

f. Insert the key in the ignition and start

switch and turn the switch to “On”.

g. Turn the ignition key in a clockwise direc-

tion to the “Start” position until the engine

starts.

to be careful to avoid turning too fast and

too far.

j. After you have mastered operating the

mower, use the transport lever to lower the

mowing deck to the cutting position and

pull on the electric blade clutch switch to

start the blades rotating.

k. Practice mowing in straight passes. When

you feel confident, slowly practice mowing

around obstacles such as trees.

Note:Do not hold the key in the “Start”

position for more than 10 seconds or you may

damage the starter. If the engine does not start

in this time, wait about 30 seconds and try

again.

5. Parking the Mower:

a. Push off the electric blade clutch switch.

b. Use the Deck Lift pedal to raise the mow-

ing deck to the transport position.

c. Drive the mower to the cleanup or storage

area.

h. Gasoline Engine: Once the engine starts,

move the choke/throttle to the detent as

the engine warms.

d. Move the throttle to slow.

e. Place the steering levers in the neutral

position.

f. Set the parking brake.

g. Turn off the ignition switch and take the key

from the switch.

4. Operating the Mower: Operating a zero-turn-

ing-radius mower is not like operating a trac-

tor-type riding mower. The zero-turning-radius

mower is much more maneuverable and

much less fatiguing to operate. However, get-

ting used to the fingertip control of the zero-

turning-radius mower takes some practice.

We strongly recommend that you locate a

“test area” where you can operate the mower

for about 30 minutes without being disturbed.

a. Get into the operator’s seat.

h. Close the fuel shutoff valves.

I. Mower Cutting Blades

The blades normally “factory installed” on a mower

afford the best grass cutting performance on the

majority of grasses and mowing conditions; however,

there will be occasions whereby the grass type,

stage of grass growth, soil conditions, and weather

conditions will require different cutting blade types.

Since the mower decks are designed so that over-lap

of the cutting blades generally exceed 1.5”, there is

no need for orientation of one cutting blade to an

adjacent blade (I.E., the blades do not need to be

“timed” nor synchronized).

b. Start the engine.

c. Use the deck lift pedal to raise the mowing

deck to the transport position. Make sure

the blade clutch switch is off.

d. After the engine has warmed, adjust the

throttle to the fast position.

e. Release the parking brake.

f. Fold in the steering levers to the operating

position.

Hi-lift- These are generally the best cutting blades

for most grasses and mowing conditions. These

blades will provide extra “lift” for the thinner leaf

grasses, will handle lush grasses, and will provide

maximum grass and debris discharge. These blades

are generally required for material collection sys-

tems. More horsepower is required for these blades

when compared to others, and they generally pro-

duce the highest noise levels.

WARNING:

When operating this mower forward, do not

allow the steering levers to return to the neu-

tral position on their own. Always maintain a

firm grip on the steering levers, operate them

smoothly and avoid any sudden movements of

the levers when starting or stopping.

g. To go forward, move both steering levers

slightly forward and the mower will slowly

move forward. The farther you move the

levers forward the faster the mower will go

forward.

h. To back up, move both steering levers

slightly backward and the mower will

slowly move backward. The farther you

move the levers backward the faster the

mower will go backward.

Medium-lift- These blades require less horsepower

than the hi-lift, and they generally work well in wider

leaf grasses and some mulch applications.

Low-lift- These blades require less horsepower than

hi-lift and medium-lift blades, and they generally work

best with wide leaf grasses, sparse grass growth,

and sandy soil conditions. They generally produce

the lowest noise levels. Bahia blades are configured

i. To turn, pull the lever back on the side to

which you want to turn. The farther back

you pull the lever, the faster and more

sharply you will turn. Initially, you will have

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Trailing Link

hair pin

hair pins

Figure. 6

without offset, and with a maximum amount of sharp-

ened cutting edge.

c. Move shift lever or speed control into the

“Neutral” position.

d. Set the parking brake, and turn the ignition

key to the “STOP” position to stop the

engine.

e. Thread hose coupler (packaged with this

manual) onto the end of your garden hose.

See Figure 7.

f. Attach the hose coupler to the water port

on your mower deck’s surface. See Figure

7. Turn the water on.

Mulch- These blades are generally designed for use

in cutting decks equipped with mulch baffles. The

shape of the blade generally produces higher turbu-

lence in order that the grass can be repeatedly cut

and re-cut into smaller pieces. These blades gener-

ally require more horsepower than other blades.

Mulch blades work best when the grasses are cut at

the highest levels, minimal lengths of grasses are

removed, and grass conditions are generally dry.

g. While sitting in the machine operator’s

position, re-start the engine and place

throttle lever in the Fast (rabbit) position.

h. Move the PTO control to the “ON” position.

i. Remain in the machine operator’s position,

and with the mower deck engaged for a

minimum of two minutes per wash out,

start with the trim (operator’s left) side, and

allow the underside of the cutting deck to

thoroughly rinse.

MAINTENANCE AND

SERVICE

WARNING:

Disconnect the spark plug wires or remove the

key from the ignition to prevent the engine

from accidentally starting before performing

any maintenance on this mower.

j. Move the PTO control to the “OFF” posi-

tion.

k. Turn the engine off.

A. Cleaning your Deck

l. Turn the water off, and detach the hose

coupler from the water port on your mower

deck.

Use the Deck Wash System to rinse grass clip-

pings fro the deck’s underside and prevent the

buildup of corrosive chemicals. Complete the fol-

lowing steps after each mowing:

IMPORTANT: Make certain the machine’s dis-

charge chute is directed away from people, chil-

dren, animals, and your house, garage, parked

cars, etc.

a. Drive the machine to a level, clear spot on

your lawn, near enough to a water faucet

(spigot) for your garden hose to reach.

b. Make sure that the PTO (mower deck

blade engage) control is in the “OFF” posi-

tion.

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m. Clean up the grass clippings and other

materials washed from underneath the

mower deck, and dispose of them properly.

g. To replace the blade reverse the above

process and tighten nut to 100-120 lb ft.

Note: Add a small amount of multi-purpose

Hose Coupler

(Shown without

Hose Attached)

grease to the bolt threads to avoid corrosion

and galvenic action

WARNING:

Never mow with dull blades! Blades that are

bent should be replaced! The cutting blades

are sharp and can cause severe injury. Wrap

the cutting surface of the blade with a rag to

avoid injury.

Water Port

3. Sharpening the Blade:

a. Set the parking brake.

b. Clean any debris from the blades. Keep

blades sharp and free of build up at all

times.

Figure. 7

c. Sharpen blades evenly at the original 30°

angle to maintain balanced cutting blades.

Do not sharpen the underside of the

blades. Use a electric blade sharpener, a

conventional electric grinder or a hand file

to sharpen the blades.

d. Replace any blade with severe nicks or

dents that cannot be removed by filing.

e. Check the balance of the blade after

sharpening by placing it on a blade bal-

ancer. Do not use un-balanced blades.

f. If the blade dips on one end, file stock off

of the cutting surface on that end.

B.Mower Deck

1. Removing the Mower Deck:

a. Apply the parking brake. Remove ignition

key and both spark plug caps.

b. Lower the cutter deck to the lowest setting

and capture the lift pedal by placing the

height of cut clevis pin into the “Lock” hole.

c. Remove tension of the PTO belt by moving

the belt tensioning spring.

Note:There is a certain amount of spring

tension due to the weight of the deck. When

removing the lift linkage from the deck the ten-

sion of the springs will go from the deck to the

deck lift pedal. Not capturing the deck lift

pedal while removing the lift linkage from the

deck will cause it to snap back.

Note:Blades that cannot be easily bal-

anced—REPLACE.

4. Changing the Blade Drive Belts:

a. Set the parking brake. Remove ignition key

and both spark plug caps.

d. Detach the mower drive belt.

b. Unscrew the nuts from the deck covers

and remove both covers.

e. Remove the four hair pins from the right

and left side of the mower. Shift the deck

forward until the Trailing Link is free and

you are able to remove the deck.

f. Turn front caster wheels outward.

g. To install reverse the process

2. Changing a Blade:

c. Using a 1/2" socket breaker bar or socket

ratchet insert the drive end into the 1/2"

square opening in the lower idler arm

assembly and push the idler arm counter-

clockwise. While holding the idler arm

back, loosen the blade drive belt from the

pulley and slide the belt away from the pul-

ley.

d. Remove tension of the PTO belt by moving

the belt tensioning rod. Loosen the belt

retaining bolt.

e. Pull the tensioner pulley away from the belt

and remove the PTO belt then remove the

blade drive belt.

a. Remove the key from the ignition and dis-

connect the spark plugs.

b. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about

one foot and block it in that position.

c. Wrap a rag around one end of the blade

and grasp it to prevent it from turning, or

secure the blade by placing a block of

wood between the blade and the deck

housing.

d. Use a 1-1/8" socket wrench on the pulley

side of the spindle bolt.

e. Remove the hex nut at the blade using a 1-

1/8" wrench.

f. Reverse the process to install the belt.

Note:When replacing belts do not over-

tighten. Adjust the idler pulley so that a ten-

pound pull with a spring scale between two

pulleys deflects the belt about 1/2".

f. Remove the blade.

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D.Electrical Circuit

Danger:

Read General Safety Precautions Nos. 9 and 10.

1. Battery: The battery is located beneath the

operator’s seat. If so equipped, remove the

fillcaps and check the level of the liquid elec-

trolyte in the battery every 50 operating hours.

If the level in any of the six cells has dropped

below the bottom of the split ring inside the fill

hole, refill the cell with distilled water. To keep

the outside of the battery clean, brush on a

strong solution of bicarbonate of soda and

water and rinse with clean water. Keep the

contacts and cable ends clean with a wire

brush and make sure the connections are

tight. Coat the terminals with petroleum jelly

to prevent corrosion.

Spindle

Figure 8

2. Battery Removal

5. Changing the Spindle Assembly

a. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about

one foot and block it in that position.

b. Make sure the blade clutch is disengaged.

c. Remove the deck cover.

Warning:

When removing the cables from the battery

follow these steps to avoid a short between

the wrench and the frame.

d. Remove the drive belts. (See 4. Changing

Blade Drive Belts.)

e. Remove the cutter blade. (See 2. Chang-

ing a Blade.)

f. Using a wrench or socket ratchet remove

four hex nuts, and the four hex head cap

screws. Remove the spindle assembly.

g. Reverse the process to install the spindle

assembly.

a. Remove the negative (black) cable.

b. Remove the positive (red) cable.

c. Release the hold down straps.

d. Remove the battery without tipping.

3. Battery Storage: When storing the mower for

long periods of time the following guidelines

should be performed.

a. Disconnect the battery cables from the ter-

minals and remove the battery.

C.Hydrostatic Drive System

b. Clean the battery before storing. A dirty

battery will lose its charge over time.

c. Store the battery with a full charge. A dis-

charged battery will freeze (refer to the

table below).

1. Your zero turn riding mower is equipped with

dual integrated hydrostatic pumps, motors, and

gear reduction transaxles that are sealed and

do not require service, maintenance, or adjust-

ments The fluid level in the expansion tank

must be maintained at 1/2” to 1” above the bot-

tom of the tank.

Specific Gravity

1.265

Freezing Temp (°F)

-71

-62

-16

1.250

1.200

1.150

1.100

Hydrostatic

Transaxles

d. Recharge battery when ever the specific

gravity value is less than 1.225

Figure 9

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4. Installing the Battery

seat switch must be replaced or the elec-

tric PTO clutch must be repaired. The air-

gap should be checked every 100 hrs. (or

less, if severe operating conditions exist

such as when there are many on/off

cycles, mulching operations, material col-

lection systems used, and dusty/dirty con-

ditions), and the air-gap adjusted if more

than 0.025". To inspect, remove the “nega-

tive” cable from the battery and all spark-

plug wires. The air-gap should be checked

with feeler gages in the three slots of the

BBC (PTO Clutch). The air-gap should be

adjusted to 0.012" to 0.015". There are

three inspection slots in the brake cover. To

adjust, successively tighten each of the

three gap adjustment nuts an equal

Note:The battery is delivered from the fac-

tory fully charged and filled with electrolyte.

a. Attach the positive (red) cable.

b. Attach the negative (black) cable.

c. Attach the rubber battery strap.

5. Jump Starting

Warning:

Failure to use this starting procedure can

cause sparking, and the gases in the battery

to explode.

a. Attach the end of the red jumper cable to

the positive terminal (+) of the charged bat-

tery.

b. Attach the other end of the red jumper

cable to the positive terminal (+) of the low

charge battery.

c. Attach the end of the black jumper cable to

the negative terminal of the charged bat-

tery.

d. Attach the other end of the black jumper

cable to the frame of the unit with the low

charge battery.

6. Fuses: There is one fuse located in the wiring

between the battery and ignition start switch.

This is a standard plug-in type automotive

fuse rated at 20 amp.

7. Safety Switches: There are three safety

switches in the electrical circuit which control

the engine. They are (1) the blade clutch

switch, (2) the parking brake/lap bar switch,

(3) the seat switch.They operate so that in

order to start the engine, the blade clutch

switch must be off, the parking brake must be

engaged, and both steering levers must be in

the neutral position. Once the engine is

started, the seat must be occupied and the

parking brake must be released before either

of the steering levers can be moved. Also, the

seat must be occupied before the blade clutch

switch can cause the blades to rotate.

8. Safety Switch Operation Checks: The fol-

lowing operational checks should be made

daily.

amount. Insert a feeler gage (0.012" to

0.015") into each slot as the air gap adjust-

ment nut are tightened. The correct adjust-

ment occurs when slight contact with the

feeler gage occurs. Engage the BBC (PTO

Clutch) a couple of times, and re-check the

air-gap. If it is not between 0.012" and

0.015", repeat the adjustment procedure.

b. Parking Brake Switch: Sit in the opera-

tor’s seat. With both steering levers in the

neutral position and the blade clutch switch

“off”, release the parking brake and try to

start the engine. The engine should not

start. If it does, the parking brake switch

must be repositioned or perhaps replaced.

If the engine does not start, engage the

parking brake and start the engine. Swing

one steering lever up to the operating posi-

tion and the engine should stop. If the

engine does not stop, the parking brake

switch must be repositioned or replaced.

c. Seat Switch: With both steering levers

opened-out to the neutral position, the

parking brake engaged and the blade

clutch switch in the “off” position, start the

engine. Now release the parking brake,

hold down on the back of the operator’s

seat against spring pressure, and swing

one of the steering levers up to the operat-

ing position. Release the operator’s seat

and the engine should stop. If the engine

does not stop, the seat switch must be

replaced. With both steering levers folded

out in the neutral position, the parking

brake engaged and the blade clutch switch

in the “off” position, sit in the operator’s

seat and start the engine. Turn the blade

clutch switch to the “on” position and the

blades should start to rotate. Raise up

slightly off the operator’s seat and the

blades should stop. If the blades do not

a. Blade Clutch Switch: Sit in the operator’s

seat. With both steering levers in the neu-

tral position and the parking brake

engaged, turn the blade clutch switch “on”

and try to start the engine. The engine

should not start. If it does, the blade clutch

switch must be replaced. If the engine

does not start, turn the blade clutch switch

“off” and start the engine. Now turn the

blade clutch switch “on” and the blades

should rotate. If the blades do not turn, the

blade clutch switch must be replaced, the

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stop when you dismount from the opera-

tor’s seat, the seat switch must be

replaced.

the axle assembly and pull the axle assembly

from the caster yoke. The wheel and two

spacer sleeves will drop free. Slip the axle

assembly through one side of the caster

yoke, through a spacer sleeve, a wheel, the

other spacer sleeve and finally through the

other side of the caster yoke. Then tighten

the locknut on the end of the axle assembly.

d. Electric PTO Clutch: This clutch operates

when the engine is running, the operator is

in the operator’s seat and the blade clutch

switch is turned on. This electric clutch is a

fairly trouble free device. If a problem

develops and the blades do not turn, first

check the 20 amp fuse in the yellow, 16-

gauge wire between terminal “L” on the

ignition switch and the hour meter and then

investigate the wiring harness and the con-

nections to the seat switch, the blade

clutch switch and the electric blade clutch.

Then check the seat switch, the blade

clutch switch and finally the electric blade

clutch.

Lower the mower off the jack and continue

mowing. The wheel with the leaking tire

should be inflated to 20 psi and the wheel

placed in a large bucket of water. Carefully

inspect the tire, rim and valve for escaping air

bubbles which indicate a leak. Mark each

leak with a yellow marking crayon and then

deflate the tire to 8 psi and repeat the

inspection. If the leaks you find are pin hole

size to 1/16" diameter, the tire can be

repaired. If the leaks are larger than 1/16"

diameter, the tire can be repaired. If the tire

bead is damaged, the tire can be repaired or

the tire will have to be replaced.

E.Tires

The two front wheels are caster wheels that are free

to swivel to accommodate the direction of the mower.

3. Creeping: Creeping is the slight forward or

backward movement of the mower when the

throttle is on and the lapbars are in the

opened-out position. If your mower creeps do

the following.

The two rear wheels are used to propel the mower in

the direction of input from the drive handles. Inflation

pressure of the rear tires is important for stability

while the mower is in operation. If the tire diameter is

not equal between the two tires, the mower will pull to

one side.

a. Jack up rear of unit.

b. Place Lapbars in the neutral position.

c. If the tires are rotating, the neutral position

that side transaxle linkage will need to be

adjusted. Contact your service representa-

tive.

1. Inflation Pressure:

a. Traction Tires—20 psi max; 8-10 psi rec-

ommended

b. Front Caster Wheel—28 psi max; 20-25

psi recommended

F. Brakes

c. Cutting Deck Ball Wheels—Solid Polyure-

thane.

While the mower is in motion, all braking is performed

dynamically through the hydraulic pumps and traction

motors, controlled by the two steering levers. When the

mower is parked with the engine shut off, the hydraulic

system locks the traction wheels.

Use the Following guidelines for maintaining the tires:

a. Balance inflation pressure between the

rear tires to help maintain straight travel

(see tire side wall for proper inflation pres-

sure).

b. Keep the valve caps tightened to prevent

air pressure loss.

Note:To move the mower forward or in

reverse by pushing, you must release the

dynamic braking. Locate the release levers at

the rear of the machine. Pull them toward the

rear and lower the wide area of the rod into the

keyhole slot. (See photo below).

2. Leaking Tires: When a flat tire occurs, repair

or replace immediately. The normal procedure

is to remove the wheel and replace it. If a tire

is getting soft, park the mower on the nearest

level, paved area. If the leaking tire is on a

traction wheel, put blocks on each side of the

opposite traction wheel and jack up the tire

that leaks about an inch off the ground.

Loosen and remove the lug nuts and remove

the wheel. Mount a wheel and tire, replace the

lug nuts, and using a torque wrench, tighten

them to 60 10 ft-lbs.

If the leaking tire is on a front caster wheel,

block both traction wheels and raise the

caster wheel so that the tire is an inch off the

ground. Loosen and remove the locknut from

Hydro Release Valve

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When the mower is parked with the engine running

and the steering levers in the neutral position, the

parking brakes should be applied. The parking brakes

are internal gear/pawl brakes mounted in each

transaxle. They are both engaged by the same

operating lever.

spray paint. Brush a rust preventive oil on

any unpainted surfaces including the pul-

leys and blades. (Be careful not to get any

oil on the drive belts.)

d. Lubricate the mower.

e. Drain the engine oil. The engine should be

warm so that all the oil drains. Replace the

engine oil filter and refill the crankcase with

fresh oil.

1. Adjustments: The parking brake handle is an

over-center lever in a slot that should engage

with moderate force. The parking brakes pro-

vide a positive means to hold a machine sta-

tionary that is similar to “Park” on an

automobile.

f. Gasoline Engine: Drain all the fuel. Close

the fuel tank shutoff valve. Disconnect the

fuel line from the carburetor and put the

end into an approved fuel container. Open

the fuel tank shutoff valve and drain the

fuel tank and line into the approved con-

tainer. Replace the fuel line on the carbure-

tor. Start the engine and allow it to run out

of fuel. This will prevent gum and varnish

deposits from forming. Replace the fuel fil-

ter.

Note:The parking brakes normally do not

need to be adjusted.

To adjust either brake individually, loosen the jam nuts

on the cable near the brake arm on the transaxle. If

the brake is not holding, adjust the nuts so that the

brake cable housing moves away from the lever.

g. Gasoline Engine Only: Remove the spark

plugs and pour approximately one ounce

of oil into each cylinder. Crank the engine

one or two turns to spread the oil evenly on

the cylinder walls. Replace the spark

plugs.

h. Clean the battery and make sure it is fully

charged.

i. Jack the mower up and store it on blocks to

take the weight off of the tires.

2. To Put the Mower Back in Service:

a. Check the battery. Charge if necessary.

b. Gasoline Engine Only: Remove the spark

plugs and wipe them off. Using the starter,

crank the engine to pump the excess oil

out of the spark plug holes. Replace the

spark plugs and the ignition leads. Refill

the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.

c. Check the level of the oil in the crankcase

and the hydraulic tank.

d. Lower the mower off the block and check

the tire pressure.

2. Repair: The mower is equipped with internal

gear/pawl brakes and will not normally require

maintenance. If they are not working properly,

please contact your service center.

G. Hydraulic System

1. Hydrostatic Pumps and Motors: The pumps

in the transaxles are the hardest-working

components in the hydraulic system. They are

in operation all the time the engine is running.

Because of extremely close tolerances, wear

is an important factor in their life.

Note:The pumps and motors are not

owner-repairable. If a pump fails, contact your

Cub Cadet dealer. Do not disassemble the

pump/motors.

2. Steering Lever Adjustments: Place the

mower on level ground with the engine run-

ning, parking brake off and steering levers in

neutral position. If the mower begins to creep

contact your service representative.

e. Push the mower outdoors and start the

engine. Let the engine idle until it has

warmed up completely (4 to 5 minutes).

H. Storage

1. General: If your mower will not be in service

for a few months, it should be stored in a dry

location that is not subject to drastic changes

in temperature. Before storing, the following

maintenance procedures should be per-

formed.

a. Clean the mower. The entire tractor and

cutting deck should be washed and

cleaned.

b. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will

be ready to use when needed.

c. Protect the metal surfaces. Repair

scratches with the appropriate touch-up

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6. Lubricate all grease fittings. Follow the

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Lubrication Chart.

D. Every 100 Hour Checks

1. Change the engine oil filter. (Every 50 hours

under heavy duty operation.)

A. Daily Checks

1. Before starting engine:

a. Check the fuel level by viewing in the tank.

b. Check the engine oil level.**

c. Check the hydraulic transaxels for leaks.

d. Check the tires and tire pressure.

Drive Tires: 8-10 psi.

2. Check the engine spark plugs.

3. Check the air gap on the blade brake clutch

(PTO Clutch) and if it exceeds 0.025” adjust to

0.012” - 0.015”.

Front Caster Wheels: 20-25 psi.

e. Check the spindle belt, the mower drive

belt and the hydro drive belt.

f. Check the blades. Make sure they are

sharp and that the blade securing cap

screws are tight.

E. Every 300 Hour Checks

1. Change the hydrostatic fluid in the transaxles.

2. Change the filter in the transaxles.

* Perform maintenance more frequently under dusty

conditions.

g. Check the cutting height.

**Reference Engine Owner’s Manual

2. When ready to start the engine:

a. Check the seven safety switches for proper

operation.

3. After mowing:

a. Clean the mower.

b. Clean the engine air screen.

c. lubricate the wear points. Follow the Lubri-

cation Chart.

d. After the first five hours, change the engine

oil and engine oil filter.

B. Every 25 Hour Checks

1. Service the engine foam element air cleaner.*

2. Grease the three spindle bearings.

C. Every 50 Hour Checks

1. Change the engine oil. (Every 25 hours under

heavy duty operation.)

2. Clean or replace the engine’s paper air

cleaner element.*

3. Check the battery’s electrolyte level, if

equipped with fill caps.

4. Clean the engine cooling fins and external

surfaces.*

5. Lubricate wear points. Follow the Oil Chart.

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OIL CHART

Apply a few drops of SAE 15W-40 engine oil, grease, 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

Deck Suspension Pivots

Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin

Height Adjustment Handle Pivots

Height Adjustment Stop Pivots

Deck Lift Linkage Pivots

Transport Handle Pivots

Transport Handle Pin

Deck Frame Up-and-Down Pivots

WEEKLY

Seat Hinge

Steering Lever Linkage Rod End Bearings

Lever Return Assembly Rod End Bearings

Pump Control Lever Pivots

Grass Collection System Lid Hinges

(If Mower is so equipped)

LUBRICATION CHART

Use a grease-gun filled with NO. 2 Multipurpose Grease

No. of Grease Fittings

Description

EVERY 25 HOURS

Blade Spindle Bearings

WEEKLY

Front Caster Wheels

Front Caster Wheel Spindles

Mowing Deck Pivots

Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots

Mower Deck Ball Wheels

Engine oil: Rimula 15W40 recommended or 10W40 engine oil rated SJ or higher.

Hydrostatic Fluid: Rimula 15W40 recommended. To fill the expansion tank to proper level, about 1”

above the tank bottom where “cold”. If the filter and fluid are removed, a new filter should be used and the tran-

saxle filled via the expansion tank with Rimula 15W40.

Spindle Lubricant: Use only Shell Alvania RL 2 grease. This grease is an amber-colored grease

designed for high speed bearing applications. It has a base oil viscosity that reduces running losses, has been

formulated for low noise, has excellent corrosion protection, and has excellent bearing lubrication.

General Purpose Lubricant: Use any NLGI grade 2 multi-purpose grease. Shell Albida EP2 is recom-

mended. Shell Albida EP 2 is a red-colored multi-purpose grease designed for heavy-duty bearing applica-

tions. It has high base oil viscosity for mechanical stability, has been formulated for high load, low-speed

applications, and has excellent lubrication and corrosion protection.

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B. Engine RPM Check and Adjustment

Performance Adjustments

Table 1

Description

High RPM Spec. Low RPM Spec.

3400 +/-75 1550 +/-100

A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment

19, 21, 23 Kawasaki

If mower tracks to one side with both lap bars in fully

forward position:

NOTE: RPM Specs. are for free running engines under no load.

1. Verify that the lap bars are in the neutral posi-

tion, the parking brake is on, and the PTO

drive is disengaged.

2. Start the mower and let it run at approximately

half throttle for 3-5 minutes to bring the engine

up to operating temperature.

3. Locate the (optional) Hour Meter/Tachometer/

Service Minder display on the right hand

operator control panel if so equipped, or use a

hand-held tachometer. (see Fig.1 on page 9

of the manual) This display defaults to the

tachometer mode when engine is running.

4. Move the throttle lever to the high speed posi-

tion and note the RPM reading on the display.

5. Move the throttle lever back to the low speed

position and again note the displayed RPM’s.

6. Compare these noted RPM readings to the

specifications in Table 1, for the engine that is

on your mower.

1. Check air pressure in all four tires:

a. Pressure should be within specified ranges

and balanced side-to-side.

b. Rear tires 8-10 psi recommended (20 psi

MAX.)

c. Front tires 20-25 psi recommended (28 psi

MAX.

2. Verify that the mower does not creep when

the engine is running, the lap bars are in the

neutral position and the parking brake is

released. (Refer to section D-3 on page 20 of

this manual if this condition exists).

3. Recheck the tracking after any adjustments

based on the above.

4. If uneven tracking persists, adjust as follows.

(see Fig. 10)

a. Unit tracks to the RIGHT, adjust Left lap

bar stop bolt to make it longer.

7. If the readings do not correspond to the

ranges in the table, refer to the engine

owner’s manual for the proper adjustment pro-

cedures.

8. If adjustments per the engine operator’s man-

ual do not result in proper RPM readings, con-

tact your service technician.

9. Note: The throttle cable sheath may shrink or

slip over time, changing the relationship

between the throttle lever on the left hand

operator control panel and the throttle arm on

the engine. To readjust the throttle cable:

a. Make sure the engine is off, place lap bars

in the neutral position, set the parking

brake, and disconnect and ground both of

the spark plug wires.

b. Unit tracks to the LEFT, adjust Right lap

bar stop bolt to make it longer.

5. Re-check the tracking and make any fine tun-

ing adjustments to the lap bar stop bolts as

required.

Note:If stop bolt is adjusted too far, track-

ing problem will change sides. Make the fine

tuning adjustments by shortening the same

bolt.

b. Locate and loosen the cable clamp on the

engine throttle plate.

c. Place the operator’s throttle lever to the

high speed position and then slide the

cable through the clamp until the throttle

arm is in the full throttle position. (ref.

engine owner’s manual)

d. Tighten the cable clamp.

e. Move the operator’s throttle lever between

high and low speed and verify that the

engine throttle arm also moves through it’s

full range of motion.

Figure. 10

Lap Bar Stop Bolt

f. Repeat as required to obtain proper throt-

tle adjustment.

g. Verify proper throttle adjustment by check-

ing RPM readings as outlined above.

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c. Replace the bolts and nuts, and tighten to

28-34 ft-lbs.

C. Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings

1. Matching the set heights of the ball rollers on

the four corners of the mower deck to the

desired cut height will prevent edge scalping

and minimize any side-to-side variance in cut

height.

2. There are five height adjustment holes in the

bracket that mount the ball rollers to the deck.

a. Use the top set of holes for cut heights of

1-1/2 inches or lower.

1. If angular adjustments are also required,

nuts can be tightened until snug at this

point.

d. The same adjustments should be made to

both sides of the mower.

5. To adjust the front-to-rear angle of the lap bars,

a. Loosen the nuts on the lap bar mounting

bolts, leaving the bottom one fairly snug.

b. The top hole is slotted, allowing the lap bar

to pivot on the bottom bolt.

b. Use the middle set of holes for a 2-1/2 - 3-1/2

inch cut height.

c. Use the bottom set of holes for cut heights of

4 inches or higher.

c. Move lap bar to the desired angle and

tighten the nuts to 28-34 ft-lbs.

Note:In the neutral position, the handles of

the lap bars should be aligned with approxi-

mately a one inch gap between the tips. Widen

the gap by adding shim washers to the top

mounting bolt between the lap bar and the

mounting block.

D. Deck Center Anti-Scalp Roller

1. The front roller helps prevent the scalping of

high spots and uneven terrain across the cen-

ter section of the deck.

2. The roller on the front of the deck is fixed at

the factory and can not be adjusted.

d. Check the results of any adjustments to

the conditions described in section a,

above. Repeat any adjustment procedures

as required until all conditions are met.

E. Lap Bar Adjustment

1. Proper lap bar and seat adjustment will result

in the following:

a. In the neutral position with hands on the

lap bars,

1. Operator’s upper arms should be relaxed

and approximately vertical.

2. Operator’s forearms should be approxi-

mately horizontal.

b. In the full forward position,

1. Operator’s back should stay in contact

with the seat back.

2. Lap bars should not contact operator’s

legs.

c. In the full reverse position,

1. Lap bars should not contact the opera-

tor’s legs or torso.

2. Set the seat to the preferred operating position.

a. Adjustment lever is located under the front

edge of the seat.

Figure. 11

Lap Bar Mounting Bolt and Nuts

b. The seat has five inches of front-to-rear

adjustment available.

3. Check factory settings of lap bars for the con-

ditions listed above.

Note:If lap bar adjustments are required,

height adjustments should be made prior to

angular adjustments.

4. To adjust the height of the lap bars,

a. Remove the nuts from the lap bar mounting

bolts (see Fig. 11 ).

b. Remove the bolts and lap bar and reposi-

tion to the second set of holes in the mount-

ing block.

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F.Deck leveling Procedure

Front

of Unit

Outer Jam Nuts

Trailing Link

1. Park the mower on a flat paved surface, engage

the parking brake, shut off the engine, remove

the key from the ignition switch, disconnect the

spark plug wires and using the lift pedal, posi-

tion the mowing deck into the 3" height of cut

position. (The 3" height of cut position is recom-

mended in order for one to see and obtain a

measurement. Any height of cut position is

acceptable as long as a proper measurement

can be taken.)

jam nut

Left Side

inner Jam Nuts

2. Check the right and left front tire pressure.

Adjust as necessary to 20-25 psi. Tire pressure

can affect blade height by as much as a 1/4”.

3. Check the right and left rear Drive tire pressure.

Adjust as necessary to 8-10 psi.

4. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip

of the right blade. To obtain an accurate mea-

sure, align blades in parallel with mower center-

line, (i.e. front to back).

5. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip

of the left blade. Be sure to measure at the

blade tip with the blades arranged in proper

position.

Right

Side

Adjustable Lift Link

Figure. 12

6. To level the deck (side to side), place the deck in

the (3” suggested) cutting position. With a 3/4”

wrench loosen the lower jam nut of the left side

of the Lift Link. To adjust the side of the deck up

or down turn the upper jam nut clockwise (to

raise) or counter clockwise (to lower) a few

turns.

7. Measure the blade-to-ground height at the right

rear blade tip. Again be sure to measure at the

blade tip at the rear of the right blade when

aligned along the mower centerline. The blade-

to-ground height at the rear of the blade tip

should be 1/8" to 1/4” higher than the front tip.

This is referred to as blade pitch. The same

height difference should be true for the left

blade, measured front and back.

8. To change the pitch (front to rear), loosen the

lower nuts on the rear Lift Links. With a few

turns, adjust clockwise (to raise) or counter

clockwise (to lower) the upper nuts of the rear

Lift Links. Once the deck is adjusted, retighten

lower nuts.

9. The final adjustment would be to set the Trailing

Link by adjusting the jam nuts on the threaded

link. Loosen the jam nuts and tighten the inner

nut to achieve the correct length and belt ten-

sion. (see Fig. 12).

10. In many cases it will be necessary to adjust

deck height using both eyebolt adjustments and

pitch adjustment to achieve the correct blade-to-

ground heights. If you remember that the front

right blade tip adjustment is fixed and you level

to that height, adjusting the decks will be simpli-

fied.

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WIRING DIAGRAM

GD: 02003651

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SLOPE GAUGE

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MAINTENANCE RECORD

DATE

WORK PERFORMED

DATE

WORK PERFORMED

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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CUB CADET COMMERCIAL

ENFORCER ZERO-TURN COMMERCIAL RIDING MOWER

IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner may be required

present proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the

servicing dealer. Please see the operator’s manual for information on

required maintenance and service intervals. In addition, Cub Cadet

may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter, or any part thereof, is

altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases:

Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade

sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,

deck adjustments, control linkages, drive system, engines,

and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or

exposure.

Service completed by someone other than an authorized

service dealer.

The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with

respect to new merchandise used for commercial and related purposes c.

purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and

possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new

merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and

For products sold or exported outside of the United States

and/or Canada, and their respective possessions and

territories, except those sold through Cub Cadet’s authorized

channels of export distribution.

possessions (either entity respectively, “Cub Cadet”).

Damage or failure resulting from the use of defective or

improper peplacement parts and\or accessories other than

genuine Cub Cadet parts.

Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding its No-Fault Components,

and Batteries as described below) against defects in material and

workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of original

retail purchase or lease and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of

charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.

Transportation charges and service calls.

Failure to operate and maintain the product in accordance with

the Operator’s Manual furnished with the product,

Damages and failures resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect,

accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft,

fire, water, or damage because of other peril or natural

disaster.

Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty against defects in

material and workmanship, with 100% replacement during the first

three months. After three months, the battery replacement credit is

based on the months remaining in the twelve (12) month period dating

back to the original date of original sale or lease. Any replacement

battery will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty

period.

There are no implied warranties, including without limitation any

implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular

purpose. No warranties shall apply after the applicable period of

express written warranty above. No other express warranties

beyond those mentioned above, given by any person or entity,

including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall

bind Cub Cadet. The exclusive remedy is repair or replacement

of the product as set forth above. The terms of this warranty

provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale

and/or lease of the products covered hereby. Cub Cadet shall not

be liable for any incidental or consequential loss or damage

including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or

replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to

temporarily replace a warranted product.

No-Fault Components include only belts, tires, seats and grass bags

which are warranted to be free from defects in material and

workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of original

purchase or lease.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH

PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTAINCE

RECORDS, through your local authorized service dealer. To locate the

dealer in your area;

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental

or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied

warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to

you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may

also have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions.

In the U.S.A.:

Check your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC at P.O. Box

361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-877-282- 8684, or log

on to our Web site at www.cubcadetcommercial.com.

In Canada:

For all provinces excluding Quebec contact Modern Power Products

d/o MTD Canada Ltd. At 60 Ottawa Street South, Kitchener, Ontario

N2G 3S7 or call 1-800-567-6775 or log on to our website at

www.cubcadet.ca.

In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of

the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features

of the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and

liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to

others and their property arising out of improper use, misuse or

inability to use the product. This limited warranty shall not extend to

anyone other than the original purchaser/Leasee or to the person for

whom it was purchased or leased as a gift.

In Quebec contact Les Distributions RVI Ltee. d/o MTD Canada Ltd.

2955 jean-Baptiste Deschamps, Ville Lachine, Quebec H8T 1C5 or

call 1-800-361-5770 or log on to our website at www.cubcadet.info.

Cub Cadet LLC - P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019; Phone 1-877-282-8684

Form No. 02003733 Rev. 07-0 01/17/2007

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