Cub Cadet 86 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
OPERATING THE ENGINE
LIFTING THE HOOD
3.
Pull the choke control button all the way out.
More or less choking may be necessary due to
variations in temperature, grade of fuel, etc. Little
or no choking will be needed when the engine iswarm.
The tractor hood is arranged to swing up and
forward to make the engine and fuel tank readily
accessible. To raise the hood take hold of the
spring latches on each side of the pedestal and lift
up and out to release the spring latches from the
hood crossmember.
4.
Place the throttle lever half-way between
"SLOW" and "FAST",
5.
Place the throttle lever half-way between
"SLOW" and "FAST".
6. To start the engine the clutch-brake pedal must
be pressed all the way down and the power
take-off clutch handle must be in the disengaged
position to actuate the safety starting switches.
On the I nternational Cub Cadet 129, 149, and 169
Tractors the speed control lever will return to
neutral wher the clutch-brake pedal is pressed all
the way down.
International Cub Cadet 86, 108, and 128 Trac-
tors: Check to see that the gearshift lever is in the
neutral position.
All Models: Turn the ignition key clockwise to the
"ST ART" position and release it as soon as the
engine starts; however do not operate the motor
generator for more than 30 seconds at anyone
time. If the engine does not start within this time,
turn the key "OFF" and wait a few minutes, then
try again.
5. After the engine starts, slowly release the
clutch-brake pedal and gradually push the choke
control button all the way in. Do not use the
choke to enrich the fuel mixture, except when
necessary to start the engine.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1.
Be sure there is an adequate supply of gasoline
in the fuel tank.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
A CAUTION! Never remove the fuel tank
cap or fill the fuel tank when the engine
is running, is hot, or indoors. Also, do
not smoke when working around inflammable fuel.
Move the throttle lever to the "SLOW" position
and allow the engine to idle for a short time before
stopping. Then turn the key to the "OFF"
position.
2.
Be sure the fuel shut-off valve is open.
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