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CUB CADET LLC  P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019  [www.cubcadet.com]

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Warning

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved

forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained 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

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Operator’s Manual

 

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 769-00867F

(5/05)

TRACTOR

MODEL 5252

S

ERIES

 5000

Содержание SERIES 5000 5252

Страница 1: ...licable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained 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 servi...

Страница 2: ...All references to LEFT RIGHT FRONT and REAR unless specifically stated otherwise indicate that relative position on the tractor when facing forward while seated in the operator s seat Your authorized Cub Cadet dealer is interested in the performance you receive from your tractor and with the maintenance needed to ensure the satisfactory operation of your tractor The dealer has trained service pers...

Страница 3: ...bers from the identification plates in the appropriate spaces provided below The tractor model plate is located on the right frame rail behind the right front tire The engine information plate is located on the side of the blower housing at the front of the engine The transmission serial plate is located on the rear of the transmission below the PTO shaft The ROPS information plate is located on a...

Страница 4: ...rown by the mower in any direction and cause injury to you or a bystander To help avoid a thrown objects injury keep children animals bystanders and helpers at least 75 feet from the mower while it is in operation Always wear safety glasses with side shields or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects Stop the blades when cros...

Страница 5: ...r crossing roadways If local laws permit road travel use the flashing hazard lights and SMV signs when traveling on public roadways Make certain all tractor lights are illuminated when operating at night Check overhead clearance carefully before driving under power lines wires bridges or low hanging tree branches before entering or leaving buildings or in any other situation where the operator and...

Страница 6: ...h doorways or spaces with a low overhead Never modify the ROPS in any way Never attempt to straighten or reweld any part of the main frame or retaining brackets that have been damaged Doing so may weaken the structure and endanger your safety Never secure any parts on the main frame or attach the safety frame with anything other than the special fasteners specified Never attach ropes chains or cab...

Страница 7: ...oper method to dispose of waste from your local Environmental Protection Agency Recycling centers are established to properly dispose of materials in an environmentally safe fashion Use proper containers when draining fluids Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them Properly dispose of the containers immediately following the draining of fluids DO NOT ...

Страница 8: ...ET 13 14 ON PUBLIC ROADS USE SMV EMBLEM AND HAZARD LIGHTS WARNING BATTERIES CONTAIN ACID AND EXPLOSIVE GAS EXPLOSION CAN RESULT FROM SPARKS FLAM ES OR W RONG CABLE CONNECTIONS TO CONNECT JUM PER CABLES OR CHARGER SEE M ANUAL FOR CORRECT PROCEDURE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE ABOVE IN STR U CTION S CAN CAU SE SER IOU S PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH BATTERY WARNING LABEL LOCATED UNDER HOOD DIE OUTLINE DOES NOT ...

Страница 9: ...eering Wheel Seat and ROPS Transparent for Clarity Q R S T V X H G Forward Pedal Q R S T U V Hand Holds Hydraulic Lift Lever Cup Holder Amber Hazzard Light Seat Adjustment Lever Seat Belt Parking Brake Lever Differential Lock Pedal Choke Control Knob Hazzard Light Switch Headlight Switch N O Fuel Fill Cap W Foldable ROPS W RPM x1000 0 4 FUEL E F HOURS 1 10 U Instrument Panel X L M P Trans Hi Lo Sh...

Страница 10: ...ch NOTE To prevent accidental starting and or battery discharge remove the key from the ignition switch when the tractor is not in use The ignition switch has three positions as follows Figure 3 OFF The engine and electrical system is turned off ON The tractor electrical system is energized START The starter motor will turn over the engine Release the key immediately when the engine starts E Brake...

Страница 11: ...ntal tractor overturn occurs WARNING DO NOT use the seat belt if the ROPS is in the folded position or the structure has been removed from the tractor O Fuel Fill Cap The fuel fill cap is located on the left fender beside the operator s seat P Transmission Hi Lo Range Shift Lever The Hi Lo range shift lever is located on the left fender The lever has two speed range settings and a neutral position...

Страница 12: ...sh the knob in to open the choke Figure 9 U Hazard Light Switch Figure 10 The hazard light switch is a rocker type switch located to the left of the steering wheel on the dash panel Push the top of the hazard light switch downward to activate the flashing amber lights WARNING Always activate the flash ing hazard lights when operating the tractor on or near roadways V Headlight Switch Figure 11 The...

Страница 13: ...to the on position but should turn off when the engine is started 5 PTO Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates whenever the PTO switch is pulled upward in the ENGAGED position while the key switch is turned to the ON position Check this indicator if the engine will not crank with the key switch in the START position the indicator should not be illuminated If necessary move the PTO switch to ...

Страница 14: ...ctor Use ONLY the tractor rear tow plate for pulling In the event of an accident have the ROPS carefully inspected and if necessary replaced by your Cub Cadet dealer Do not attempt to repair the ROPS FOLDING THE ROPS The foldable ROPS feature allows the operator to quickly lower the ROPS to operate in areas where there is low overhead clearance However the ROPS should be used in the lowered positi...

Страница 15: ...hase fuel in a quantity that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness Do not use gasoline left over from the previous season to minimize gum deposits in the fuel system WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive in certain conditions Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is running or while the engine is hot Tighten the fuel cap securely The fuel fill cap is locate...

Страница 16: ...e the instrument panel If the battery indicator light or oil pressure light come on immediately stop the engine Have the tractor inspected by your Cub Cadet dealer COLD WEATHER STARTING Be sure to use the proper oil for the expected temperatures and use winter grade fuel Follow the normal engine starting instructions above However allow the engine ample time to warm up before putting the tractor u...

Страница 17: ...ractor to a complete stop Push downward on the parking brake lever and release the pedal to engage the parking brake See Figure 16 Depress the rear of the PTO switch to disengage the PTO Place the throttle control lever somewhere between the mid and full throttle position Turn the ignition switch to OFF and remove the key from the switch before dismounting Depress the button in the center of the s...

Страница 18: ...g the climb or descent of any slope Operate the tractor up and down slopes never across slopes Do not drive so that the tractor may tip over sideways Before operating the tractor on a slope walk the slope to look for possible hazards such as rocks mounds stumps or surface irregularities which could cause the tractor to be upset Back the tractor with attachment up the steepest portion of each slope...

Страница 19: ...ise the equipment Move the lift lever fully forward and to the right ahead of the float lock gate to lock the lift in the float position ENGAGING THE PTO WARNING The operator must be in the seat at all times when the PTO is engaged If the operator should leave the seat without turning off the PTO switch the tractor s engine will shut off Move the throttle handle to the mid throttle position See Fi...

Страница 20: ... wheel To turn off the headlights depress the bottom of the light switch Use of the headlights along with a SMV Slow Moving Vehicle emblem is also recommended when operating the tractor on or near roadways to increase visibility to traffic HAZARD LIGHTS Always use the flashing amber hazard lights along with the SMV Slow Moving Vehicle emblem when operating the tractor on or near roadways Also acti...

Страница 21: ...to prevent interference with the towed equipment IMPORTANT When transporting pull behind equipment on public roadways always use a safety chain to supplement the connection between the tractor and towed equipment The safety chain must have a strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of the equip ment being towed USING THE THREE POINT HITCH WARNING Always disengage the PTO stop the ...

Страница 22: ...NOTE Consult with your Cub Cadet dealer about having liquid ballast added to your tires and for any special maintenance after the procedure is performed Because special equipment and a familiarity with the practice is required only a qualified tire technician should perform this procedure If the center of gravity of the additional weight is positioned closer to the rear axle and higher above the g...

Страница 23: ...ebbing though the clip Move the clip toward the anchor point at the seat to shorten the belt or toward the buckle link the lengthen the belt Adjust the final length of the seat belt using the adjuster clip buckle link and upper belt webbing on the right half of the belt To lengthen the belt hold the ends of the adjuster clip and tip upward the side of the clip toward the buckle link See Figure 26 ...

Страница 24: ...both front tires at the horizontal center line of the wheel Measure and record the distance A between the two marks See Figure 30 Roll the tractor forward or rearward until the marks are at the horizontal center line at the rear of the wheels Measure and record the distance B between the marks See Figure 30 Distance A should be 1 8 1 4 less than distance B if the toe in is correct If it is not rea...

Страница 25: ...ge to measure the gap between the outer brake puck and the brake disc The gap should mea sure between 012 and 015 See Figure 32 If the gap is greater than 015 tighten the hex nut on the brake assembly until the gap is within the tolerance Position the ferrule to align with the hole in the brake pedal If the ferrule does not align with the hole loosen the jam nut by turning it away from the ferrule...

Страница 26: ...gs should be oiled regularly with a good grade of lubricating oil Lubricate the tractor thoroughly before taking it to a remote location for a prolonged period of time Lubricant is cheap Use plenty of it Worn parts can be expensive to replace Store your supply of lubricating grease and oil in clean covered containers to protect them from dust and dirt Keep the lubricating gun nozzle clean LUBRICAT...

Страница 27: ...27 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART ILLUSTRATION 1 2 3 4 4 5 5 4 6 7 8 9 9 10 11 12 12 14 13 13 15 17 16 ...

Страница 28: ... Element 4 Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter 5 Retorque Front Wheel Lug Bolts and Rear Wheel Lug Nuts first 10 hours 6 Check Transmission Oil Level 7 Replace Hydrostatic Transmission Oil Filter first 25 hours 8 Replace Hydraulic System Filter first 25 hours 9 Replace Hydraulic Hydrostatic Oil 10 Replace Air Cleaner Paper Element 11 Grease Drive Shaft both ends 12 Grease Front Steering Knuck...

Страница 29: ...er tabs slightly outward and rotate 1 4 turn perpendicular to slot to lock the side panels in place Flip the tabs down Figure 34 Close the hood by pushing the hood firmly down ward until the hood latch fully engages GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accesso ries contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Should battery acid accidentally splatter...

Страница 30: ...ter or load tester should read 12 6 volts DC or higher across the battery terminals Charge the battery with a 12 volt battery charger at a MAXIMUM rate of 10 amps BATTERY MAINTENANCE The battery is filled with battery acid and then sealed at the factory However even a maintenance free battery requires some maintenance to ensure its proper life cycle Spray the terminals and exposed wire with a batt...

Страница 31: ...ense from the body Refer to Figure 37 Rectangular Hazard Light ONLY Remove the two screws from either the front or rear amber lense then slide the lense out of the body Refer to Figure 37 Push the bulb inward and turn counterclockwise then pull the bulb outward to remove from the light socket See Figure 37 Figure 37 Align the new bulb with the socket slot push the bulb into the socket and turn clo...

Страница 32: ...e lower dash panel If one of the circuits is not functioning properly have your dealer electrically check the relay See Figure 41 Start Relay Functions in the start circuit PTO Relay Operates in conjunction with both the Reverse Relay and Reverse Override Relay to engage the PTO Reverse Relay Functions with the PTO Relay and Reverse Switch in the No Cut in Reverse circuit Reverse Override Relay Fu...

Страница 33: ...could affect performance and may cause damage to the transmission Reinsert the oil fill plug into the transmission housing and turn clockwise until tight CHANGING THE HYDRO TRANSMISSION AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL FILTERS With the exception of the first oil filter change after the 25 hour break in period the hydraulic system oil filter should be changed along with the transmission hydraulic system oi...

Страница 34: ...tical position between the tractor frame rails See Figure 45 Clean the area around the oil filter to prevent debris from entering the system Position a suitable container below the hydrau lic system filter See Figure 45 NOTE 25 Hour Break In Filter Change Only Some oil may drain from the transmission when changing the hydraulic system oil filter If collected in a clean container and kept free of d...

Страница 35: ...d Figure 45 Dispose of used oil in an environmentally safe manner If necessary contact your area EPA office for proper disposal proce dures and recycling center locations Change the hydro transmission filter as instructed in Changing Hydro Transmission Oil Filter Change the hydraulic system filter as instructed in Changing Hydraulic System Oil Filter Insert a funnel preferably one with a flexible ...

Страница 36: ...ce to cause a serious injury Inflate the tire to seat the beads If the tire beads have not seated at or before 35 PSI allow the tire to deflate Reposition the tire on the rim lubricate the tire beads and rim flanges and reinflate until seated up to a maximum of 35 PSI After the beads have seated adjust the infla tion pressure to the recommended operating pressure Do not use a damaged rim or attemp...

Страница 37: ... 3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor Emptying the fuel system Prior to putting the tractor in storage monitor fuel consumption with the goal of running the fuel tank empty If a large volume of fuel is left over the fuel line can be disconnected at the fuel filter and the leftover fuel drained into an approved container Run the engine until it begins to stall Use the choke to keep ...

Страница 38: ... produced in 1995 or later are warranted for to years in California For 1997 and later model years EPA requires manufacturers to warrant engines for two years in all other states These warranty periods will be begin on the date the engine is purchased by the initial purchaser If any emis sion related part on the engine is defective the part will be replaced by Kohler Co at no cost to the owner Koh...

Страница 39: ...tant The oil level should be checked hourly during the first 10 hours of operation Check the oil level only while the engine is stopped and the tractor is level Clean the area around the oil level dipstick to prevent debris from entering the crankcase See Figure 47 If recently operated allow the engine to cool and the oil to drain back into the oil pan To check the oil level withdraw the dipstick ...

Страница 40: ...ngine and remove the ignition key Clean around the base of the oil filter the oil filler cap and the dipstick tube to prevent debris from entering the crankcase Remove the dipstick and oil fill cap from the engine Refer to Figure 49 Locate the engine drain valve on the rear of the engine See Figure 49 Place a suitable container below the open end of the drain valve to collect the old oil Figure 49...

Страница 41: ...the engine Check for loose or damaged components and check the condition of the filter element Remove any buildup of dirt and debris in the air cleaner cover See Figure 51 for assembly of the air cleaner elements WARNING Operating the engine with loose or damaged air cleaner compo nents will allow unfiltered air into the carburetor causing extensive wear and eventual failure of the engine Figure 5...

Страница 42: ...ING To avoid possible injury be sure the engine is off and has cooled before making any adjustments or repairs Check the spark plugs after every 100 hours of operation Replace with new plugs if necessary See your authorized dealer for the correct replacement spark plugs Pt No 759 3336 Disconnect the spark plug wires and remove all dirt from around the spark plug before removing Use a spark plug wr...

Страница 43: ...qts 2 0 L Electrical System Charging System Flywheel Coil Capacity 20 Amp Regulated Battery 12 Volt 500 cca Starter Motor Solenoid Shift Fuel System Fuel Tank Capacity 5 6 gal 21 1 L Fuel Type Unleaded Gasoline Fuel Filter In line Fuel Pump Electrical Transmission Type Hydrostatic Drive 2WD Oil Cub Cadet Drive System Plus Fluid Capacity Includes Hydraulics 5 0 gal 18 9 L Shift Range Hi Lo Forward ...

Страница 44: ...g Radius 30 in Power Take Off Type Electric Clutch Speed Rear 540 rpm Mid Front Optional 2000 rpm Shaft Size Rear 1 375 in 35 mm Mid 1 0 in 25 4 mm Horse Power at PTO 20 Tires Turf Front 18 x 8 5 8 Turf Rear 26 x 12 12 General Dimensions Overall Length w o Hitch 85 in Overall Length w Hitch 103 in Overall Width 45 in Overall Height w o ROPS 51 in Overall Height w ROPS 79 in Wheelbase 55 in Minimum...

Страница 45: ...00 5 Requires mounting kit 590 842 100 6 See TRACTOR WEIGHTING in SECTION 2 OPERATION DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER Front End Loader 1 6 590 812 100 Front End Loader Mountin Kit 590 813 100 Front Hitch Kit 2 590 817 100 54 Mower Deck 5 590 810 100 60 Mower Deck 5 590 811 100 Mower Deck Mounting Kit 590 842 100 Tractor Cab 590 824 100 48 Snow Thrower 3 590 818 100 PTO Kit Front 4 590 816 100 Hydraulic V...

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Страница 48: ...enance items such as lubricants filters oil fuel air and hydraulic cleaning tune ups brake and or clutch inspection adjustments made as part of normal maintenance blade sharpening set up abuse accident and normal wear It does not cover incidental costs such as transporting your equipment to and from the dealer telephone charges or renting a product temporarily to replace a warranted product Specif...

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