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SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR
NOTE: Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 24 for a
reference of recommended maintenance intervals.
WARNING: Before performing any
maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner
Manual for engine maintenance instructions.
Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in
the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed
with your unit. Follow the instructions carefully.
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission
control devices and systems, which are being done at
the customer’s expense, may be performed by any
engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty
repairs must be performed by your Cub Cadet
Dealer.
Changing Engine Oil
• Gently raise the tractor’s hood
• Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick
from the oil fill tube. See Figure 13.
Figure 13
• Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil
drain valve to expose the drain port. See Figure 13.
• Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual)
onto the oil drain port. Route the opposite end of
the hose into an appropriate oil collection container
with a capacity of no less than 64 oz.
• Push the oil drain valve in slightly, then rotate
counterclockwise and pull outward to begin
draining oil.
• Service the oil filteras instructed in the separate
Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed
with your unit.
Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil
has finished draining.
• Refill the engine with new motor oil.
IMPORTANT:
Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/
Owner Manual packed with your unit for information
regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil.
Air Cleaner
Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner
element as instructed in the Briggs & Stratton Operator/
Owner Manual packed with your unit.
Spark Plug(s)
The spark plug(s) should be cleaned and the gap reset
once a season. Refer to the Briggs & Stratton
Operator/Owner Manual for correct plug type and gap
specifications.
Cleaning the Engine And Deck
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped
off promptly.
Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling
fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine,
especially the belts and pulleys.
IMPORTANT:
The use of a pressure washer or garden
hose to clean your tractor is NOT recommended. It may
cause damage to electrical components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will
result in a shortened life of the tractor and reduce its
serviceability.
Lubrication
WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always disengage PTO, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to Engine on page 18 for instruction regarding all
engine-related lubrication.
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,
parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season
with light oil.
Deck Wheels
Each of the tractor deck’s front gauge wheels is
equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate with a grease
gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation
Oil Drain Hose
Drain Port
Oil Fill Cap /
Dipstick