Cub Cadet 343 Lawn Mower Accessory User Manual


 
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CONTENTS
Section Page
Safe Operation Practices .............................................................................................. 3
To The Owner ............................................................................................................... 3
l Front Hitch Components ............................................................................................... 4
Il Tractor Preparation ....................................................................................................... 6
lll Installation .................................................................................................................... 9
IV Tractor Reassembly ..................................................................................................... 19
V Removal and Maintenance ........................................................................................... 21
VI Optional Manual Angling Kit (190-171) ......................................................................... 22
Warranty .......................................................................................................................24
WARNING
The tractors which use this front hitch attachment are equipped with an internal combustion engine and should
not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the
engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a
spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California, the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other States may have similar laws. Federal laws apply to federal lands. A spark arrester muffler is available at
your nearest engine authorized service center.
IMPORTANT
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED,
COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND
OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL— HEED ITS WARNING.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
TO THE OWNER
This manual contains instructions for installation of the Front Hitch System, Model Number 190-343, on the Cub
Cadet Series 3000 Tractors. Carefully read all sections and study the illustrations to ensure proper installation.
If the optional Hydraulic Angling Kit (190-288) is going to be installed on the Front Hitch System, its
installation procedures should be performed in conjunction with those of this attachment.
Read and observe all WARNING and CAUTION statements. They are included to provide for the protection of the
equipment installer and user, and to ensure the prolonged service life of the equipment.
NOTE
References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate the left and right sides of the tractor when facing forward in the
operator’s position. Reference to the FRONT indicates the grille end; to the REAR the drawbar end.
CALLING FOR SERVICE
If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any question regarding the operation or
maintenance of this equipment, contact your dealer. If you need help locating a dealer in your area, contact the
Customer Dealer Referral Line by calling:
1-877-282-8684