Cub Cadet SLT1554 Manual del operador

FORM NO. 769-01651.fm(1/17/2005)IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYPRINTED IN U.S.A.Warning: This unit is equipped with an interna

10Throttle Control LeverThe throttle control lever is located on the left side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engin

11Hour MeterLocated in the center of the tractor’s console, the hour meter operates whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position and

12SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTORSafety Interlock SwitchesThis tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the o

13Setting the Gauge WheelsSelect the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height not

14Engaging the Parking BrakeTo engage the parking brake:• Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it there while gently pushing the parking brake lever

15• Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor.• Lightly depress the drive pedal.To change the direction of travel t

16• For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center. After the first two laps, reverse

17SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: Never attempt to make anyadjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in the operator’sman

18Parking Brake AdjustmentWARNING: Never attempt to adjust thebrakes while the engine is running. Alwaysdisengage PTO, stop engine and remove keyto p

19SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTORNOTE: Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 29 for areference of recommended maintenance intervals.WARNING:

2TABLE OF CONTENTSFINDING MODEL NUMBERThis Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor. It will help you assemble, prepare and mai

20• Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil fill tube and SLOWLY pour oil into the oil fill tube. Do NOT pour more than 6 oz. of oil at a time w

21Re-filling the Crankcase with OilIMPORTANT:The engine (with oil filter) has a capacity of 2.0 liters (67.60 oz.) Do NOT overfill. Always check the l

22Spark Plug(s)Every 200 hours of operation, remove the spark plug(s), check condition, and reset the gap or replace with a new plug(s) as necessary.

237. Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position.8. Remain in the operator’s position with the cutting deck engaged for a minimum of tw

24• Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean, fresh gasoline.• Make sure the fuel tank cap vent is not blocked and that it is operating properly.•

25SECTION 8: SERVICETiresWARNING: Never exceed the maximuminflation pressure shown on the sidewall of thetire.The recommended operating tire pressur

26BatteryThe battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added.• Always keep the battery cables and

27Hydrostatic TransmissionKeep the area around the transmission cooling fan free of grass and debris at all times. The hydrostatic transmission is sea

28• With belt tension relieved, carefully remove the belt from around the left-hand spindle pulley.IMPORTANT: Carefully allow the ratchet to pivot rea

29SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGEClean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 19 of this manual be

3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endangerthe

30SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTINGTrouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective ActionEngine fails to start PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged.Parking brake not engaged

31SECTION 12: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIESThe following attachments and accessories are compatible for Series 1500 Lawn Tractors. See your Cub Cadet

32SECTION 13: SPECIFICATIONSCapacitiesFuel Tank 15.1 liters (4.0 gallons)Engine Crankcase (w/ filter) 2.0 liters (67.6 oz.)Transmission 2.25 liters

33NOTES

KOHLER CO.FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSLIMITED WARRANTYUTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINESThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (

CUB CADET LLCMANUFACTURER’S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY(COMMERCIAL USE)The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADETLLC (“CUB CADET”) with

36CUB CADET LLCMANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY(RESIDENTIAL USE)The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADETLLC (“CUB CADET”) with respec

423. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree br

5e. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into t

68. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.9. After striking a foreign object,

7SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE3IGHTANDHOLDTHISLEVELWITHAVERTICALTREEORACORNEROFABUILDINGORAFENCEPOST&OLDALONGDOTTEDLINEREPRES

8SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UPGas and Oil Fill-upThe gasoline tank is located under the fender and has a capacity of three gallons. Unthread the fuel cap

9SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTORFigure 1NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s pos