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Product Care
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Before Each Use
First 10 Hours
Every 20 Hours/2
Months
Every 50 Hours
Every 100 Hours or
Yearly
Every 500 Hours or
2 Years
Service Dates
Change Air Filter
^
Inspect/Clean
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Inspect Ball Joints
P
Inspect Brakes
P
Inspect Front and Rear Shocks
P
Lubricate A-Arms †
P
Tighten Lug Nuts
P
Inspect OPS and Seat Belts
P
Inspect Tires
P
Change Transaxle Oil
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^ Change more frequently if unit is operated in extremely dusty conditions.
† Lubricate after each use if unit is run through water deeper than axle.
NOTE:
For information regarding engine service, see the separate Engine Owner’s Manual included with your unit.
Cleaning
The body panels can scratch easily. Do not use
car wax on the body panels. The use of standard
car wash soap is acceptable for cleaning the body
panels. Avoid any abrasive cleaner or rubbing
compounds for these will damage the body panels.
Dry thoroughly to avoid water spots.
WARNING
DO NOT use a pressure washer. Damage may occur if direct
hose spray comes in contact with intake openings, or any other
electrical components, i.e. at instrument cluster or under dash.
Tire Pressure
WARNING
Excessive pressure (above 12 psi) may cause the tire/rim assembly
to burst with sufficient force to cause severe injury or death.
The recommended operating tire pressure is 12 psi
for all tires. Overinflating above recommended tire
pressure can reduce the life of the tire. Check tire
pressures before each use.
Seat Belts
Check proper function before each use. Replace
seat belt assembly if any damage is found. If damage
is noted, contact your Cub Cadet dealer.
Lug Nuts
Check torque of lug nuts after first 10 hours of use.
Tighten lug nuts in a diagonal pattern. Torque lug
nuts to 65-75 lb-ft using a torque wrench.
Air Filter
1.
Pull up on latch and turn counter-clockwise to
release air cleaner cover. See Figure 4-1.
Element
Latch
Cover
Cap
Figure 4-1
2.
Remove cover. Remove and inspect air cleaner
element. If excessively dirty or damaged,
replace element.
3.
Reattach cover and secure with latch.
IMPORTANT:
When reattaching cover, make
certain that the cap is pointing downward.
See Figure 4-1 inset.
Engine Oil
WARNING
If the engine has been recently run, the engine, muffler and
surrounding metal surfaces may be hot and can cause burns
to the skin. Allow to cool for 30 minutes. Exercise caution to
avoid burns.
Refer to your Engine Owner’s Manual for how often
to check and change your engine oil. To drain the oil
follow the steps below:
1.
Place the oil drain hose down through the hole
closest to the oil drain hose. See Figure 4-2.
Figure 4-2
2.
Turn the plug counterclockwise and allow oil to
drain into a suitable container. See Figure 4-2.
3.
Turn the plug clockwise, wipe any residue oil
from the oil drain hose and take the oil drain
hose out of the hole to return to its normal
position.
