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Hydraulic Oil Tank and Filter

NOTE: 

Used hydraulic oil must be disposed of properly. Do 

not pour it down a drain or sewer, or dump it on open land, 

this creates an environmental hazard. Please be aware of the 

environment when disposing of used oil.

Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the parking 

1. 

brake.

Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition 

2. 

switch.
Raise the seat forward to expose the hydraulic oil fill point.

3. 

Clean the area around the hydraulic fill oil cap.

4. 

Remove hydraulic fill oil cap.

5. 

Place a suitable container (at least 2 gallon) under the 

6. 

hydraulic reservoir and filter.
Remove the two bolts securing the hydraulic filter and 

7. 

allow the hydraulic oil to drain. Remove the drain plug from 

the bottom of the hydraulic oil tank to drain.  Replace the 

plug. See Fig. 6-3.

Place a small pan under the pump motor frame. Remove fill 

8. 

oil cap from hydraulic reservoir for faster drainage. Remove 

nut caps and drain oil from both left and right pumps. 

Replace and retighten nuts. See Fig. 6-3.

Remove the three screws from the top of the oil filter and 

9. 

replace the oil filter element. Coat the sealing surface 

with Shell Rimula 15W40 oil or equivalent. Install the three 

screws back into the oil filter.

Add proper amount of hydraulic oil to reservoir and 1.5 

10. 

ounces of Ornite additive.

Run and purge pumps and motors. Check oil level.

11. 

Add proper amount of hydraulic oil to reservoir and repeat 

12. 

step 11.

NOTE: 

This unit is equipped with two traction drive pumps 

and one pump for steering and implement lift.

NOTE: 

After unit is up to operating temperature, turn off 

engine and re-check hydraulic oil. If oil appears foamy or 

contains excessive air bubbles, DO nOT OPERATE UnIT. 

Contact service technician.

Contaminants or foreign matter in the oil will also damage the 

pumps . To prevent this: 

Use a filter that captures particles as small as 25 microns or 

• 

25 millionths of a meter in diameter. 

Be very careful when you remove or repair a component in 

• 

the hydraulic system. Thoroughly clean off any component 

before you work on it. 

Plug the ends of any hose or line you remove with a rubber 

• 

or plastic plug. 
Use plastic caps to seal off the ends of hydraulic fittings. 

• 

Place any component you remove in a clean plastic bag so 

• 

it can’t pick up dust or dirt. 

Clean your hands frequently when working on the 

• 

hydraulic components.

NOTE: 

The pumps are not owner-repairable. If a pump fails, 

contact your Service Center. Do not disassemble the pump.

Hydraulic System

Hoses

Check the hoses from the hydraulic oil tank to the oil filter to 

the hydraulic lines daily for leaks or abrasion and replace any 

damaged hoses. Make certain there are no kinks or twists in any 

hose. Look for a flattened condition or any leaks and repair or 

replace as necessary. A flattened or leaking suction hose will 

permit cavitation to develop which can destroy the pumps in a 

short time.

General Battery Information

WARNING!

Should battery acid accidentally splatter into 

• 

the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected area 

immediately with clean cold water. If there is any 

further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.

If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with 

• 

clean water, then neutralize with a solution of 

ammonia/water or baking soda/water.

NEVER connect (or disconnect) battery 

• 

charger clips to the battery while the charger is 

turned on, as it can cause sparks.

Keep all sources of ignition (cigarettes, 

• 

matches, lighters) away from the battery. The gas 

generated during charging can be combustible.

As a further precaution, only charge the 

• 

battery in a well ventilated area.

Always shield eyes and protect skin and 

• 

clothing when working near batteries.

Batteries contain sulfuric acid and may 

• 

emit explosive gases. Use extreme caution when 

handling batteries. Keep batteries out of the reach 

of children.

Oil

Drain

Plug

Bolts

Hydraulic

Oil Filter

Screw

Figure 6-3

Summary of Contents for S6031 Tank S

Page 1: ...actices Set Up Operation Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMP...

Page 2: ...Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models We reserve the right...

Page 3: ...and and follow all instructions on the 1 machine and in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replac...

Page 4: ...the engine exhaust and or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard Never attempt to operate the traction unit without the 26 mowing deck attached Keep the machine and especially t...

Page 5: ...operation Ne 2 ver allow children under 16 years of age to operate this machine Children 16 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the...

Page 6: ...rly could result in serious injury or death if an accidental overturn occurs In order for the ROPS to be effective the seat belt must be securely fastened around the operator at all times when the ope...

Page 7: ...and screws tight to be sure the 7 equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other 8 safety devices Check their proper operation regularly After striking a...

Page 8: ...ble and operate WARNING ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine...

Page 9: ...pproximately 3 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury Operate TANK S zero turn tractors across the face of slopes rather than up and down Begin with the first pass a...

Page 10: ...not been installed on your unit for shipping purposes Using the hardware found in the Roll Over Protective System container install it on your unit as follows Insert each of the lower section ROPS tu...

Page 11: ...on and 8 insert the locking pins with their retainer hairpin clips See Fig 3 5 Position Steering Wheel The steering wheel of the tractor has been left off for shipping purposes Using the hardware foun...

Page 12: ...stment lever Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position then release the adjustment lever Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor Arm Rests To adjust to the...

Page 13: ...terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire For shipping reasons both battery cables on your equipment may have been left disconnected from the terminals at the factory To connect the battery c...

Page 14: ...FF SLOPES TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION WATCH WHERE YOU ARE GOING ESPECIALLY ON SLOPES WHEN T URNING AND MANEUVERING AROUND OR UNDERNEATH OBSTACLES STARTING INSTRUCTIONS To START PARK BRAKE must be set...

Page 15: ...reverse pedal causes the mower to move backward Consequently these pedals control all of the fore and aft movements of the tractor Driving utilizing these control pedals is quite different from conven...

Page 16: ...ust in front of the engine and just behind the seat When engaged the two valves open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions which allows the tractor to be pushed short distances by hand Refer t...

Page 17: ...will reduce traction Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Watch for holes sprinkler heads and other hidden hazards Avoid dr iving too close to trees creeks ditches sand traps and other obstac...

Page 18: ...s in the disengaged down 4 position Push the choke lever to the on position 5 NOTE If the engine is warmed up it may not be necessary to choke the engine Push the throttle control forward about halfwa...

Page 19: ...ty eye glasses gloves earplugs boots hats etc WARNING Hearing Protection is required for all operator exposure exceeding two 2 hours Ensure that the area is free of animals and bystanders 2 especially...

Page 20: ...the neutral position engage the parking brake move the throttle control lever to the fast position turn the ignition switch to OFF and remove the key from the switch Warning Do not leave the seat of t...

Page 21: ...alignment point NOTE The speed of the tractor will affect the quality of the mower cut Mowing at full speed will adversely affect the cut quality Control the ground speed with the speed control pedal...

Page 22: ...quired for these blades when compared to others and they generally produce the highest noise levels Medium lift These blades require less horsepower than the hi lift and they generally work well in wi...

Page 23: ...ift High 1 to 2 1 2 Low 3 to 5 High 1 to 2 1 2 Low 3 to 5 High 1 to 2 1 2 Low 3 to 5 Table Notes This table is a general outline of suggested settings mowing conditions may vary Front Skirts When the...

Page 24: ...P Clean Mower P Lubricate Wear Points See Chart P P Clean and Re oil Air Filter s Foam Precleaner P Grease three Spindle Bearings P Replace Air Filter Element P Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filt...

Page 25: ...ivot points Wipe off any excess Start engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly Engine Oil Rimula 15W40 recommended or 10W40 engine oil rated SJ or higher Hydrostatic Fluid Ri...

Page 26: ...icant Use only Shell Alvania RL 2 grease This grease is an amber colored grease designed for high speed bearing applications It has a base oil viscosity that reduces running losses has been formulated...

Page 27: ...ding the free end of the oil drain hose over the oil 4 collection container unscrew the square head hose plug from the end of the hose See Fig 6 1 Drain the engine oil into the collection container Af...

Page 28: ...vent this Use a filter that captures particles as small as 25 microns or 25 millionths of a meter in diameter Be very careful when you remove or repair a component in the hydraulic system Thoroughly c...

Page 29: ...Traction Tires 20 psi max 10 12 psi recommended Front Wheel 25 psi max 20 25 psi recommended Cutting Deck Ball Wheels Solid Polyurethane Leaking Tires When a flat tire occurs repair or replace immedi...

Page 30: ...from any position other than the operator s seat of the tractor Do not use an assistant or engage deck in the presence of any bystanders Use the Deck Wash System to rinse grass clippings from the deck...

Page 31: ...ttery if exposed to prolonged periods of sub freezing temperatures Store in a cool dry location where temperatures are above freezing Lubricate all lubrication points 8 Inspect the hydraulic hoses lin...

Page 32: ...el of the engine oil in the crankcase and the 5 hydraulic reservoir tank Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to 6 ensure engine is operating properly Drive the tractor without a load...

Page 33: ...r jam nuts to secure the deck adjustment 5 The final adjustment would be to take the slack out of 6 the left rear linkage if the rear of the deck was raised by adjusting the jam nuts on the eyebolt Lo...

Page 34: ...fle is properly secured Adjusting the Front Skirt The front skirt can be raised or lowered depending on the mowing conditions The skirt has three settings low medium and high See the table on page 23...

Page 35: ...of the red jumper cable to the 2 positive terminal of the low charge battery Attach the end of the black jumper cable to the negative 3 terminal of the charged battery Attach the other end of the bla...

Page 36: ...sition Apply the parking brake Remove ignition key and both 2 spark plug caps Remove tension off the PTO belt by moving the belt 3 tensioning rod See Fig 7 2 NOTE There is a certain amount of spring t...

Page 37: ...to sharpen the blades Replace any blade with severe nicks or dents that cannot 4 be removed by filing Check the balance of the blade after sharpening by placing 5 it on a blade balancer Do not use un...

Page 38: ...wrench or socket ratchet remove flange lock 6 nuts and the four hex flange bolts Remove the spindle assembly See Fig 7 6 Reverse the process to install the spindle assembly 7 Tractor Creeping Creepin...

Page 39: ...Clean adjust gap or replace plug s 8 Crank engine with throttle in FAST position 9 Engine runs erratic Tractor running with CHOKE activated 1 Spark plug wire s loose 2 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel...

Page 40: ...ng blade 2 Tighten blade and spindle 1 Replace blade 2 Uneven cut Deck not leveled properly 1 Dull blade 2 Uneven tire pressure 3 Perform side to side deck adjustment 1 Sharpen or replace blade 2 Chec...

Page 41: ...19 7001 Fuel Filter KM 49065 2078 Oil Filter 01005376 Deck Belt 954 04223 Drive Belt 00068079 PTO Belt 02005019 Blade 21 0 01003532P Deck Spindle Phone 800 800 7310 to order replacement parts or a com...

Page 42: ...e Control 02003422 Choke Control 725 1341B Ignition Key 01009386 Discharge Chute Assembly 02002668 Wheel Assembly 02003396 Wheel Assembly Phone 800 800 7310 to order replacement parts or a complete Pa...

Page 43: ...ower Assist Kit 59A30004150 12 Bushel Dump Hopper Kit 59A3001150 12 Bushel Triple Bagger Kit 59A30030150 60 Mulch Kit 590 488 150 All Trail Tires 590 851 150 Discharge Restrictor Kit 59A30011150 Light...

Page 44: ...stment at 1 4 increments Cutting Height 1 to 5 No of Blades 3 belt driven power take off from engine Controls Engine ignition and start switch throttle choke speed control pedals electric blade clutch...

Page 45: ...Notes 12 45...

Page 46: ...t cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material respects to that part as described in MTD Consumer Group Inc s application for certification The warranty period begins on the d...

Page 47: ...eligible for warranty coverage Further the coverage under this warranty extends only to parts that were present on the off road engine and equipment purchased The following emission warranty parts ar...

Page 48: ...void your warranty as to any resulting damage In addition Cub Cadet may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter or any part thereof is altered modified disconnected or otherwise tampered with HOW TO...

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