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Maintenance & Adjustments

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Maintenance Schedule

Before

Each

use

After

First 5

Hours

Every 10

Hours

Every 25

Hours

Every 50

Hours

Every

100

Hours

Every

200

Hours

Prior to
Storing

See

Engine

Manual

Check/Clean Engine Intake Screen

P

P

Clean Hood/Dash Louvers

P

P

Check Engine Oil Level

P

Check Transmission Oil

P

Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts

P

Clean Battery Terminals

P

P

Grease All Lubrication Points

P

P

Clean Hood/Dash Panel Louvers

P

P

Check Intake Screen/Clean as Needed

P

P

Check Tire Pressure

P

P

Lube Front Axles and Rims

P

P

Lube Pedal Pivot Points

P

P

Check Belts & Pulleys for Damage/Wear

P

Check That All Hardware is in Place & Secure

P

Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap

P

P P

Engine Break-In Oil Change

P

P

Change Engine Oil

P

P P

Change Transmission Oil & Filter #

P

Replace Oil Filter

P

P P

Clean or Change Air Filter

P

P

Replace Fuel Filter

P

P

Have Valve Lash Checked & Adjusted *

P

* -- Have this item performed by an authorized service dealer
# -- For break-in operation, change after the first 50 hours of use and then every 200 hours thereafter.

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Summary of Contents for XT3 enduro series

Page 1: ...ULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY XT3 Enduro Series Tractor Form No 769 11103A December 7 2015 NOTE This Operator s Manual covers several models Tractor features may vary by model Not all features in this manual are applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may diffe...

Page 2: ... yourself with the machine its features and operation Please be aware that this Operator s 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 to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation If app...

Page 3: ...jects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes 9 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals 10 Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire ...

Page 4: ...emselves and others from serious injury 29 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your customer service representative for assistance Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you fee...

Page 5: ... 7 Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill Service Safe Handling of Gasoline 1 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately a Use only an approved ga...

Page 6: ... etc to protect the environment 15 According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA this product has an Average Useful Life of seven 7 years or 390 hours of operation At the end of the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly ...

Page 7: ... deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation WARNING S...

Page 8: ...t gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope See Figure 1 and Figure 2 5 If there is a gap below the gauge the slope is too steep for safe operation See Figure 2 above 1 5 d a s h e d l i n e Slope Gauge Figure 2 Figure 1 15 Slope 15 Slope WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to tip over and roll over accidents which can result in severe injury or death Do not operate machine on...

Page 9: ...lt in serious damage to the tractor s transmission Connecting the Battery Cables CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling CAUTION When attaching battery cables always connect the POSITIVE red wire to its terminal first f...

Page 10: ...e desired position then release the adjustment lever Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor See Figure 3 4 Figure 3 4 Checking Tire Pressure WARNING Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 10 psi on rear tires and 12 psi on front tires Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times The tires on your tractor may be over inflated for shipping purposes Red...

Page 11: ...injury Choke Control The choke control can be found on the left side of the dash panel and is activated by sliding the lever forward Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine Refer to Starting The Engine in the Operation section of this manual for detailed starting instructions Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is located ...

Page 12: ...arking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Manual Lift Lever If so equipped LO 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 HI The lift lever is located in the right fender and is used to raise and lower...

Page 13: ...en the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position but not into the START position the LCD Service Minder and Hour Meter will briefly display the battery voltage followed by the tractor s accumulated hours NOTE Hours of tractor operation are recorded any time the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position regardless of whether the engine is started The LCD Service Minder will remind the...

Page 14: ...ety and protection Starting the Engine WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection NOTE Refer to the Assembly Set up section of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill up instructions 1 Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module 2 Place the PTO Blade Engage lever to OFF position 3 Engage the tractor ...

Page 15: ... be driven in reverse with the cutting blades PTO engaged 5 Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children are around After resuming forward motion return key to the NORMAL MOWING position The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until a The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING position or STOP position or b The operator leaves the seat Driving The Tractor...

Page 16: ...ng in reverse To set the cruise control 1 Slowly press the forward drive pedal with your right foot until the desired speed is achieved 2 Lift the parking brake cruise control lever upward and hold it in that position 3 Remove your foot from the forward drive pedal 4 Release pressure from the parking brake cruise control lever After completing step 3 the forward drive pedal should remain in the do...

Page 17: ...l lock only when the vehicle is stationary Do not use the differential lock when traveling downhill NOTE The system should only be used when poor traction is encountered It should be disengaged when traveling on solid surfaces In some instances the tractor may be driven in slippery or low traction situations and it may be necessary to activate the differential lock To use the differential lock pro...

Page 18: ...ean Hood Dash Panel Louvers P P Check Intake Screen Clean as Needed P P Check Tire Pressure P P Lube Front Axles and Rims P P Lube Pedal Pivot Points P P Check Belts Pulleys for Damage Wear P Check That All Hardware is in Place Secure P Check Spark Plug Condition Gap P P P Engine Break In Oil Change P P Change Engine Oil P P P Change Transmission Oil Filter P Replace Oil Filter P P P Clean or Chan...

Page 19: ...tain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling The battery is sealed and is maintenance free Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build up After cleaning the battery and terminals apply a light coat of petroleum jelly ...

Page 20: ...transmission drain plug to prevent debris from entering the transmission case 3 Remove the drain plug and allow the transmission oil to drain into a clean container having a capacity of more than six quarts Reinstall the drain plug See Figure 6 3 Oil Drain Plug Oil Filter Figure 6 3 4 Clean around the base of the transmission oil filter and remove the filter by turning it counterclockwise Refer to...

Page 21: ...e tractor s hood 2 Locate the grease fitting for the steering housing and steering shaft under the battery See Figure 6 5 Grease Fittings Figure 6 5 3 Using a pressure lubricating gun apply 251H EP grease or an equivalent No 2 multipurpose lithium grease through the grease fittings 4 Close the tractor hood Deck Wheels Each of the tractor deck s gauge wheels is equipped with a grease fitting Lubric...

Page 22: ...chment into the lowest position for making adjustments This ensures that the spring is extended the furthest The bolt can be accessed from the rear of the tractor inside the left rear wheel Turning adjusting bolt clockwise will decrease the manual effort required for lifting attachments turning counterclockwise will increase the effort needed to lift the attachment NOTE Do not overtighten Doing so...

Page 23: ...e pivot bar Check and adjust the pivot axle as follows 1 Raise the front of the tractor and set it on jack stands so the front wheels are suspended above the ground WARNING When jacking up the front end of the tractor always chock the rear wheels to prevent the tractor from rolling tipping or sliding off the jack stands 23 2 Move the ends of the pivot bar up and down to check for binding If bindin...

Page 24: ...Min 12 2 50 180 Min 12 0 25 280 Min Figure 7 2 Charge the battery with a 12 volt battery charger at a MAXIMUM rate of 10 amps Battery Common Causes For Battery Failure 1 Overcharging 2 Undercharging 3 Loose and or corroded connections 4 Excessive loads 5 Freezing of electrolyte These causes do not constitute warranty in the event of a battery failure Battery Removal or Installation WARNING Battery...

Page 25: ...igure 7 3 Terminal Socket Tab Reflector Notch Socket Reflector Housing Figure 7 3 4 Push the bulb inward and turn counterclockwise to remove from the socket 5 Align a locking post of the bulb base with the notch in the socket then push the bulb inward and turn clockwise to lock See Figure 7 3 6 Align the socket tab with the notch of the reflector housing then push the socket inward and turn as nec...

Page 26: ...w 2 Wet grass 3 Excessively high grass 4 Dull blade 1 Place throttle in FAST rabbit position 2 Do not mulch when grass is wet 3 Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath 4 Sharpen or replace blade Uneven cut 1 Deck not leveled properly 2 Dull blade 3 Uneven tire pressure 1 Perform side to side deck adjustment 2 Sharpen or replace blade 3 Ch...

Page 27: ...uel Cap 946 04759A Choke Control Cable 946 04771A Throttle Control Cable 925 05000 Ignition Key 925 0963 12V Bulb 634 05162 Rear Wheel Assembly 23 x 10 5 x 12 634 05161 Front Wheel Assembly 16 x 6 5 x 8 Phone 800 965 4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual have your full model number and serial number ready Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www cubcadet...

Page 28: ...0 Snow Cab 19A40033100 Sun Shade 19A40026100 Cab Hauler 19A40003100 19A40004100 42 Bagger 48 50 54 Bagger 19A40021100 19A70016100 190 193 100 19A70023100 42 Mulch Kit 48 Mulch Kit 50 Mulch Kit 54 Mulch Kit 19A40028100 Snow Blade 19A40023100 Snow Thrower 490 241 0026 Tire Chains 190 307 100 Weight Kit 490 900 M059 Extra Weight 490 290 0013 Riding Mower Cover 490 850 0008 Oil Siphon 490 850 0005 Bla...

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Page 32: ...sulting 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 OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area In the U S A Check your Yellow Pages or contact C...

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