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Know Your 

Utility Vehicle

WARNING

Never leave a running 

machine unattended. 

Always set parking 

brake, stop engine 

and remove key to 

prevent unintended 

starting.

Know Your Utility Vehicle

NOTE:  

Reference to right or left hand side of the utility vehicle is observed from the operating position.

Read this operator’s manual, safety labels, and 
operating instructions on the vehicle before operating. 
Compare the illustrations in this manual with your unit to 
familiarize yourself with the location of various controls 
and adjustments. Reference to the right or left hand side 
of unit is observed from the operating position. Save this 
manual for future reference.

IMPORTANT: 

Read the Kohler Engine operator’s 

manual before operating this vehicle to familiarize 
yourself with the engine controls and adjustments.
NOTE:  Before operating your vehicle, follow the starting 
instructions in the Operating Section and check tire pres-
sure per the recommendations in the Servicing section.

 

Accelerator Pedal

The accelerator pedal is located on the right side of the 
floor beneath the dash panel. Depressing the accelerator 
pedal will move the vehicle in the direction selected 
on the gearshift. As the pedal is depressed, speed will 
increase to the maximum selected range. Releasing the 
pedal reduces the speed, but does not stop the vehicle. 
The brake must be applied to stop vehicle. See Figure 2.

Brake Pedal

The brake pedal is located on the left side of the floor 
beneath the dash panel. Remove foot from accelerator 
pedal apply pressure to the brake pedal evenly until 
vehicle slows down and stops. See Figure 2.

Parking Brake Latch

The parking brake latch is located on the dash panel to 
the right of the steering wheel. It holds the brake in the 
engaged position for parking. See Figure 1.
To engage the parking brake, push brake pedal down 
firmly, pull out on the parking brake latch, and release foot 
from brake pedal. Brake pedal will stay down and parking 
brake light on dash will come on to indicate parking brake 
is engaged.
To release parking brake, push down on brake pedal and 
parking brake latch will release.

Ignition Switch 

WARNING: Never leave a running 
machine unattended. Always set park-
ing brake, stop engine and remove key 
to prevent unintended starting.

The ignition switch is located on the right side of the dash 
panel. To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition 
switch and turn clockwise to the START position. Release 
the key into the Run position once engine has fired. See 
Figure 3.

NOTE: 

The shift controller will return the transmission to 

neutral when the key is turned off. If the lever under the 
cargo box is not in neutral it must be manually returned 
to neutral to start engine.  See Page 9 for instructions on 
checking and resetting the lever on the transmission.
Refer to 

Starting The Engine 

in the Operation Section of 

this manual for detailed starting instructions

Figure 1

Differential 
Lock Switch

Choke
Knob

Figure 2

Brake

Pedal

Accelerator

Pedal

Parking Brake 
Latch

P

Summary of Contents for Sportsman Forest 800

Page 1: ...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 on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 CU...

Page 2: ...ave any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit contact the retailer from which you purchased this vehicle To find a Cub Cadet Dealer nearest you choose from the options below 1 Visit www cubcadet com to search for a service dealer nearest you using your zip code You will also find many useful suggestions and tips 2 Phone our dealer locator number toll free at 1 877 ...

Page 3: ...nce Do not tow heavy loads on slopes over a 5º incline S32162 WARNING CARGO BOX LOAD CAPACITY MAX 800 Lb Spread load evenly Secure load to prevent movement Go slow Avoid sudden starts and stops which could cause load to shift Do not load above height of this panel Load could shift forward injuring driver or passenger No riders in cargo box or anywhere other than seats WARNING RIDERS CAN FALL OFF A...

Page 4: ...y be struck or pulled from the unit which could result in serious injury 22 Improper use of the vehicle or failure to properly maintain it could result in decreased vehicle performance or personal injury 23 Engine must be stopped when cleaning servicing adjusting repairing or installing attachments on utility vehicle 24 After striking foreign objects stop the unit and shut off the engine Inspect f...

Page 5: ...ld cause load to shift Cargo Box Lift 1 Stop vehicle on level ground and set Parking Brake before raising cargo box 2 On manual lift units unload cargo box before raising cargo box 3 Do not operate vehicle with cargo box in raised position 4 Do not operate vehicle with cargo box latch unlatched Always re latch upon manually lowering cargo box When using optional electric lift a Stay in driver s se...

Page 6: ...e brake pedal is located on the left side of the floor beneath the dash panel Remove foot from accelerator pedal apply pressure to the brake pedal evenly until vehicle slows down and stops See Figure 2 Parking Brake Latch The parking brake latch is located on the dash panel to the right of the steering wheel It holds the brake in the engaged position for parking See Figure 1 To engage the parking ...

Page 7: ...er operate this vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Doing so can result in serious personal injury or death NOTE The shift controller will return the transmission to neutral when the key is turned off If the lever under the cargo box is not in neutral it must be manually returned to neutral to start engine Gear Lights The gear lights are located on the right side of the dash pane...

Page 8: ...a gas spring Manually remove the contents of the cargo box before lifting the cargo box Push the release latch down and lift up the cargo box Once the cargo box is in the raised position access to the engine is possible If equipped with a electrical lift the cargo box can be raised to dump cargo See Figure 7 IMPORTANT Do not exceed the vehicle s Total Load Capacity of 1 200 lb which includes drive...

Page 9: ...position The engine should NOT crank 6 Turn key switch to STOP 7 Lower and re latch the cargo box 8 Keep engine compartment clean and be sure fan or flywheel screens remains installed and clean Starting Engine 1 Sit in the operator s seat and place key switch in STOP position 2 Lock parking brake 3 Put into neutral 4 Pull out the choke knob if engine is cold 5 Turn key to the START position 6 Rele...

Page 10: ...and pull knob The differential will then lock giving continu ous power to both rear wheels While in the pulled position the differential lock will remain engaged IMPORTANT Engage the differential when the left and right side wheels are turning at slightly different speeds WARNING To avoid transaxle damage injury or turf damage go slow when operating vehicle with differential lock engaged as steeri...

Page 11: ... box is raised Do not allow rear wheel to hang over the edge of a loading dock or ravine The cargo box weight may shift over center and vehicle could tip over backwards A loaded cargo box can be very heavy Do not attempt to dump a loaded cargo box unless vehicle is equipped with an electric lift option The utility vehicle may become unstable if the cargo box is loaded incorrectly Avoid loose and s...

Page 12: ...ce free Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added Do not attempt to jump start a frozen battery Warm to 60 degrees F 16 degrees C Do not smoke near battery and wear eye protection and gloves when handling battery Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances Cle...

Page 13: ... stand in front or over tire assembly when inflating Using an unstable lifting device and vehicle support may result in bodily injury Use a safe lifting device and supports to work on raised vehicle If the vehicle has not been put into use for an extended period of time charge the battery with an automotive type 12 volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six amps Replacing Headlights The headlig...

Page 14: ...5 lb ft using a torque wrench IMPORTANT Overtightening front wheel can result in bearing damage Changing Transaxle Oil WARNING The fluid for your transmis sion has been specially formulated to ensure the safe and proper operation of your vehicle When changing the transmission fluid replace it with 80 90 Weight Oil Failure to use 80 90 Weight Oil may result in a failure of the drive system which co...

Page 15: ... a normal manner 8 Repeat the adjustment procedure if necessary Adjusting Throttle Pedal The throttle pedal assembly can be adjusted for comfort slightly higher or lower by lining up the holes of the lower pedal assembly with either the upper two or lower two holes of the upper pedal assembly See Figure 23 Cleaning The body panels are scratch and impact resistant automotive quality ABS plastic The...

Page 16: ...6 100 Bed Lift Adapter Kit 39A 127 100 Universal Spreader Mounting Bracket 39A 130 100 NOTE Some of these accessories may come already equipped on your vehicle If they are not equipped they may be ordered through your local Cub Cadet service dealer For parts or accessories contact your local Cub Cadet dealer To locate the dealer nearest you call 877 282 8684 or log onto www cubcadet com Before Eac...

Page 17: ...ion Ratio Low 56 98 1 High 12 72 1 Rear Axle Housing Welded Steel Operation BrakeType 7 Self Adjusting Drum Rear Only Parking Brake Foot Operated Steering Rack Pinion Dimensions Length Width 109 5 62 0 Tread Center 50 25 Height Overall 41 0 Wheelbase 77 0 Weight Incl Fuel Fluids 1 076 lb Ground Clearance Under Transaxle 6 5 Ground Clearance Under Foot Platform 10 5 Turn Clearance Circle 21 0 ft Be...

Page 18: ...The gear selected was forward look at F in Gear Selected row The Light Code flashed on the instrument panel is RF which corresponds with Fault code 3 Looking up code 3 in the Fault Codes Defined section will list the potential problems If the solution is not obvious contact your dealer for service Terms and Definitions ESM Electronic Shift Module Neutral Sensor in the neutral position the sensor is...

Page 19: ...verse if there was mechanical binding or loss of vacuum Action D Vehicle is in NEUTRAL and operator attempts a shift to FORWARD This lets the operator know the vehicle was supposed to go to forward and it probably did but it was not verified because the Neutral Sensor never opened due to mechanical binding or a damaged sensor Code 3 FORWARD and REVERSE lights flash Action E Vehicle is in FWD or RE...

Page 20: ...ot adjusted properly or dirty Engine oil viscosity too heavy Spark plug is fouled Faulty spark plug or wire Loose or corroded electrical connections Stale or improper fuel Choke not being used or adjusted incorrectly Faulty spark plug Stale or dirty fuel Plugged fuel filter Faulty coil or wire Poor quality fuel or methanol Very hot weather conditions Fuel tank vent plugged Dirt in fuel filter Loos...

Page 21: ...attery Low engine speed Faulty voltage regulator Faulty battery Faulty alternator Grounded wire in circuit Faulty bulb Faulty wiring Faulty sensor Battery will not take a charge Dead battery Loose or corroded connections Sulfated or worn out battery Fluid level low Engine loses power Engine overheating Too much oil in engine Faulty spark plug Fuel supply being restricted Fuel filter plugged Fuel l...

Page 22: ...s not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States of America its possessions and territories except those sold through CUB CADET S authorized channels of export distribution Replacement parts that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchant abil...

Page 23: ...rior finish due to use or exposure d Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States its possessions and territories except those sold through Cub Cadet s authorized channels of export distribu tion e Replacement parts that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts f Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer g Transportation charge...

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