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772C0701

(1/04)

PRINTED IN UNITED-STATES

Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor

Operator’s Manual

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY
RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY

Model: CLT-180

CADET, 60 OTTAWA STREET SOUTH, KITCHENER, ONT. N2G 3S7

Summary of Contents for CLT-180

Page 1: ...72C0701 1 04 PRINTED IN UNITED STATES Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor Operator s Manual IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Model CLT 180 CADET 60 OTTAWA STREET SOUTH KITCHENER ONT N2G 3S7...

Page 2: ...lease locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your authorized de...

Page 3: ...r 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes 9...

Page 4: ...weights or counterweights to improve stability 5 Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine 6 Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradu...

Page 5: ...efueling h Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion i Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely j If gasoline is spilled w...

Page 6: ...ESPONSIBILITY 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 Safety Labels found on your unit SECTION...

Page 7: ...E SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious i...

Page 8: ...as instructed on page 23 of this manual prior to operating the tractor ATTACHING THE STEERING WHEEL In the event your tractor was crated with the steering wheel and the seat removed for shipping reaso...

Page 9: ...ex screws removed earlier See Figure 3 Quick Adjustment Seat NOTE If your seat was shipped mounted backwards on the seat pivot bracket pull out the tab found on the seat stop and hold it open while sl...

Page 10: ...n your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise WARNING The shipping brace used for packaging purposes only must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower WARNING The mowing...

Page 11: ...TO Power Take off Lever Models with manual PTO G Cruise Control Button PTO Power Take off Knob Models with electrique PTO H Ignition Switch B Systems Indicator Monitor Hour Meter I Brake Pedal C Choke...

Page 12: ...neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting To start the engine insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Releas...

Page 13: ...OFF KNOB To engage the power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments on models so equipped with an electric PTO pull outward on the PTO knob Push the PTO knob inward to disengag...

Page 14: ...aged OFF position The safety interlock system will automatically shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the brake lock The safety interlock system will automatically shut...

Page 15: ...spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating If the blades are engaged place the PTO knob or lever i...

Page 16: ...mowing ground speed Disengage the cruise control using one of the following methods Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor Lightly depress the drive pedal To chan...

Page 17: ...wn is damp Wet grass tends to stick to the underside of the cutting deck preventing proper mulching of the clippings Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second...

Page 18: ...al for further information regarding tire pressure Front To Rear The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can adjusted to level the deck from front to rear The front of the...

Page 19: ...efore operating the tractor See Figure 16 Figure 16 Standard Seat To adjust the position of the seat on models not equipped with a seat adjustment lever loosen but do NOT remove the four screws which...

Page 20: ...stance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance The measurement taken in front of the axle should be between 1 16 and 5 16 less than the measuremen...

Page 21: ...Push oil drain hose packed with unit onto the oil drain port Route the opposite end of the hose into an appropriate oil collection container with a capacity great enough to collect the used oil Push...

Page 22: ...ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade s for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade...

Page 23: ...heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances JUMP STARTING WARNING When removing or installing the battery follow these instructions to prevent the screwdriver from shorting again...

Page 24: ...proved belts To change or replace the deck belts on your tractor proceed as follows Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender Remove the belt guards by rem...

Page 25: ...ulley On units equipped with an electric PTO the engine pulley is located directly above the electric PTO clutch Lower the engine pulley far enough to be able to remove the upper drive belt from aroun...

Page 26: ...cool Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly Lubricate all lubrication points Wipe the entire machine wi...

Page 27: ...ce cap if damaged Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace air cleaner cartridge element or clean pre cleaner if so equipped Engine overheats Engine oil level low...

Page 28: ...rs are considered consumable items and as such are not warranted NOTE Regular maintenance replacement parts and related inspections and adjustments are excluded from coverage when made as part of norm...

Page 29: ...NOTES 29...

Page 30: ...NOTES 30...

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