Cub Cadet Lawn Mower 20HP Enforcer 44 22HP Enforcer 48 23HP Enforcer 54 User Guide

Hydrostatic Zero-Turn  
Commercial Riding Mower  
Professional Turf Equipment  
MODEL  
20HP Enforcer 44  
22HP Enforcer 48  
23HP Enforcer 54  
OPERATOR’S AND SERVICE MANUAL  
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FOREWORD  
The Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower provides superb maneuverability and mid-mount cut-  
ting. The machine incorporates many safety features that should be studied by all operators  
before use. The list of safety precautions should receive particular attention.  
This manual presents all of the operating and maintenance instructions necessary to keep  
your mower at peak efficiency. If operated and maintained properly, your mower will give  
dependable service.  
CAUTION:  
Only thoroughly trained persons should operate and maintain this  
mower. This machine can cause serious injury to anyone who mis-  
uses it and does not understand its operation. For their personal  
safety, all operators are required to read this entire manual before  
operating the mower.  
Hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent  
upon the design and configuration of the equipment. Awareness,  
concern, prudence and proper training of the personnel involved in  
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the equip-  
ment, are essential for hazard control and accident prevention.  
NOTE: The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with  
regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service.  
Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s owner’s/operator’s manual,  
packed separately with your unit, for more information.  
MODELS LISTED IN THIS MANUAL  
20HP 44”,  
22HP 48”,  
23HP 54”,  
53AH3AGF050  
53AH3AGN050  
53AH3AGT050  
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WARNING  
The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals  
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.  
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 main-  
tained 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 to federal lands. A spark arrester muffler  
may be available.  
IMPORTANT  
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES  
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED,  
COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTH-  
ERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO  
OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN  
PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL-  
HEED ITS WARNING.  
Your lawn mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation  
in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the  
part of the operator can result in injury. This lawn mower is capable of amputating  
hands and feet or throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instruc-  
tions could result in serious injury or death.  
DANGER  
5. Be sure the area is clear of other people  
GENERAL SAFETY  
OPERATIONS  
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone  
enters the area.  
6. Never carry passengers.  
7. Disengage the blades before shifting into  
reverse and backing up. Always look down  
and behind before and while backing.  
8. Be aware of the mower and attachment dis-  
charge direction and do not point it at anyone.  
Do not operate the mower without either the  
entire grass catcher or the chute guard in  
place.  
A. GENERAL OPERATION  
1. Read, understand and follow all instructions in  
the manual and on the machine before start-  
ing. Keep this manual in a safe place for  
future and regular reference and for ordering  
replacement parts.  
2. Only allow responsible individuals familiar with  
the instructions to operate the machine. Know  
the controls and how to stop the machine  
quickly.  
9. Slow down before turning. Operate the  
machine smoothly. Avoid erratic operation  
and excessive speed.  
3. Do not put hands or feet under the cutting  
deck or near rotating parts.  
10. Never leave a running machine unattended.  
Always turn off the blades, place the transmis-  
sion in neutral, set the parking brake, stop the  
engine and remove key before dismounting.  
11. Turn off blades when not mowing.  
12. Stop the engine and wait until the blades  
come to a complete stop before (a) removing  
the grass catcher or unclogging chute, or (b)  
making any repairs, adjusting or removing any  
grass or debris.  
13. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.  
14. Do not operate the machine while under the  
influence of alcohol or drugs.  
15. Watch for traffic when operating near or cross-  
ing roadways.  
4. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,  
wire, etc. which could be picked up and thrown  
by the blades. A small object may have been  
overlooked and could be accidentally thrown  
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  
and adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from  
foreign objects. Stop the blades when cross-  
ing gravel drives, walks or roads.  
16. Use extra care when loading or unloading the  
machine into a trailer or truck. This unit  
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should not be driven up or down a ramp onto  
a trailer or truck under power, because the  
unit could tip over causing serious personal  
injury. The unit must be pushed manually on  
a ramp to load or unload properly.  
• Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain  
could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide  
obstacles.  
• Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed  
so that you will not have to stop while on the  
slope.  
• Follow the manufacture’s recommendations for  
counterweights with attachments to improve sta-  
bility.  
• Use extra care with grass catchers (material  
collection systems) or other attachments. These  
can change the stability of the machine.  
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and  
gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed  
or direction. Rapid acceleration or deceleration  
could cause the front of the machine to lift and  
rapidly flip over backwards, which could cause  
serious injury.  
17. Never make a cutting height adjustment while  
the engine is running if the operator must dis-  
mount to do so.  
18. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and  
closefitting slacks and shirts. Do not wear  
loose fitting clothes or jewelry. They can be  
caught in moving parts. Never operate a unit  
in bare feet, sandals or sneakers.  
19. 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 may be struck or pulled  
from the unit, which could result in serious  
injury.  
20. Disengage all attachment clutches, set the  
parking brake to the on position and put the  
lap bars to the neutral or out position, before  
attempting to start the engine.  
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the  
tires lose traction, disengage the blades and pro-  
ceed slowly straight down the slope.  
DO NOT:  
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then,  
turn slowly and use extra care.  
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embank-  
ments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a  
wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an  
edge caves in.  
21. Your mower is designed to cut normal resi-  
dential grass of a height no more than 10”.  
Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall,  
dry grass (e.g. pasture) or piles of dry leaves.  
Debris may build up on the mower deck or  
contact the engine exhaust presenting a  
potential fire hazard.  
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction  
could cause sliding.  
22. Use only accessories approved for this  
machine by Cub Cadet. Read, understand  
and follow all instructions provided with the  
approved accessory.  
23. Do not operate or store the machine or fuel  
container inside where there is an open  
flame, spark or pilot light such as a water  
heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc.  
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting  
your foot on the ground.  
• Do not use the grass catcher on steep slopes.  
C. CHILDREN  
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator  
is not alert to the presence of children.  
Children are often attracted to the  
machine and the mowing activity. Never assume  
that children will remain where you last saw  
them.  
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and in  
watchful care of an adult other than the opera-  
tor.  
B. 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 feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.  
2. Be alert and turn the machine off if children  
enter the area.  
For your safety, use the slope gauge included as  
a part of this manual (see pg. 27) to measure  
slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or  
hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees  
as shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this  
unit on that area or serious injury could result.  
DO:  
3. Before and when backing up, look behind and  
down for small children.  
4. Never carry children, even with the blades off.  
They may fall off and be seriously injured or  
may interfere with safe machine operation.  
5. Never allow children under 14 years old to  
operate the machine. Children 14 years and  
over should only operate the machine under  
close parental supervision and proper instruc-  
tion.  
• Mow across slopes, not up and down.  
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, limbs, etc.  
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6. Use extra care when approaching blind cor-  
ners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may  
obscure your vision of a child or other hazard.  
7. Remove the key when the machine is left  
unattended to prevent unauthorized opera-  
tion.  
expose moving parts or allow objects to be  
thrown. For your safety protection, frequently  
check the components and replace with man-  
ufacturers recommended parts when neces-  
sary.  
10. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap  
the blades or wear gloves, and use extra cau-  
tion when servicing blades.  
11. Check park brake operation frequently. Adjust  
and service as required.  
12. Muffler, engine and belt guards become hot  
during operation and can cause a burn. Allow  
to cool down before touching.  
13. Do not change the engine governor settings  
or overspeed the engine. Excessive engine  
speeds are dangerous.  
D. SERVICE  
1. Use extreme care in handling gasoline and  
other fuels. They are extremely flam-  
mable and the vapors are explosive.  
a.  
Use only an approved container.  
b.  
Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with  
the engine running. Allow the engine  
to cool at least two minutes before  
refueling.  
14. Observe proper disposal laws and regula-  
tions. Improper disposal of fluids and materi-  
als can harm the environment and the  
ecology.  
c.  
Replace the fuel cap securely (it will  
“click” when correct) and wipe off any  
spilled fuel before starting the engine  
as it may cause a fire or explosion.  
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes  
and other sources of ignition.  
Never refuel the machine indoors  
because fuel vapors will accumulate in  
the area.  
a.  
Prior to disposal, contact your local  
Environmental Protection Agency to  
determine the proper method for dis-  
posing of the waste. Recycling cen-  
ters are established to properly  
dispose of materials in an environmen-  
tally safe fashion.  
d.  
e.  
f.  
Never store the fuel container or  
machine inside where there is an open  
flame or spark, such as a gas hot  
water heater, space heater or furnace.  
b.  
c.  
Use proper containers when draining  
fluids. Do not use food or beverage  
containers that may mislead someone  
into drinking from them. Properly dis-  
pose of the containers immediately fol-  
lowing the draining of fluids.  
DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the  
ground, down drain or into a stream,  
pond, lake or other body of water.  
Observe Environmental Protection  
Agency regulations when disposing of  
oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters,  
batteries, tires and other harmful  
waste.  
2. Never run a machine inside a closed area.  
3. To reduce fire hazard, keep the machine free  
of grass, leaves or other debris build-up.  
Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow the  
machine to cool at least 5 minutes before stor-  
ing.  
4. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make  
certain the blade and all moving parts have  
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and  
keep the wire away from the spark plug to pre-  
vent accidental starting.  
5. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at  
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also  
visually inspect blades for damage (e.g.,  
excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace with  
blades which meet original equipment specifi-  
cations.  
6. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be  
sure the equipment is in safe working condi-  
tion.  
15. We do not recommend the use of high pres-  
sure washers to clean your unit. They may  
cause damage to electrical components; spin-  
dles; pulleys; bearings; or the engine.  
E. Related to Batteries  
Batteries are stored electrical energy devices that  
may be serviceable with removable caps (the electro-  
lyte levels can be checked), or may be non-service-  
able (no attempt should be made to open the vents).  
7. Never tamper with safety devices. Check  
their proper operation regularly. Use all  
guards as instructed in this manual.  
8. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,  
remove the wire from the spark plug and thor-  
oughly inspect the mower for any damage.  
Repair the damage before restarting and  
operating the machine.  
Batteries may contain lead (Pb) and sulfuric acid,  
and they must be re-cycled and not disposed of nor  
abandoned. Sulfuric acid can cause severe burns,  
and in the event of contact, the areas should be  
flushed with water and a physician contacted. Battery  
cases should not be punctured. Lead is poisonous  
9. Grass catcher components are subject to  
wear, damage and deterioration, which could  
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attach towed equipment except at the hitch  
point.  
2. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for  
weight limits for towed equipment and towing  
on slopes.  
and is contained within the positive and negative ter-  
minals as well as within the battery’s internal grid-  
work of plates and active materials.  
A. Explosive gases are generated when batteries  
are re-charged, so sparks, flames and heat sources  
should be avoided. Loose connections at the battery  
terminals can produce sparks and heat...connections  
to the terminals must be kept tight, and the terminals  
and battery surfaces kept clean of acids and corro-  
sion. If batteries are re-charged or “jumped” from  
external sources, make sure that the connections are  
made properly and in the correct sequence...connect  
to the positive terminal of the good battery first, then  
connect that to the positive terminal of the weak bat-  
tery. The third connection should be to the negative  
terminal of the good battery, followed by the negative  
terminal of the weak battery. If sparks are observed  
or heating of the wiring or connectors is detected,  
disconnect in reverse order (I.E., the negative termi-  
nal of the weak battery first). Batteries should be re-  
charged at a constant voltage...generally 14.5 +/- 0.5  
volts DC for a nominal 12 volt DC battery.  
3. Never allow children or others in or on towed  
equipment.  
4. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment  
may cause loss of traction and loss of control.  
Note: 5 degrees (9%) maximum slope.  
5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.  
H. Suspension Seat  
1. This unit is equipped with a heavy-duty vinyl  
fabric-covered seat incorporating adjustable  
armrests, an adjustable seatback, an adjust-  
able fore/aft track, a weight/ride adjustable  
mechanical suspension system, and an  
Operator Presence Sensor (OPS).  
2. An OPS in the form of a switch, is integrated  
into the seat bottom and is connected to the  
machine electrical system. The weight/ride  
adjustment lever is located on the right side  
of the seatback and incorporates three set-  
tings: light = 110 lbs, medium = 195 lbs, and  
heavy = 286 lbs. Lever up is light and down is  
heavy. Weight adjustment should be made  
without the operator sitting in the seat. The  
seatback recline adjustment is also on the  
right side between the seat back and seat  
bottom, and it provides up to 10 degrees.  
3. The fore/aft single-locking adjustment tracks  
operate on roller-bearings for smooth and  
almost effortless operation. The lever for seat  
track actuation is near the right front corner  
of the seat bottom, and allows fore/aft adjust-  
ment of 4”.  
F. Related to Fuel  
1. Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors can  
explode if ignited. Please respect it.  
2. Do not smoke or permit others to smoke  
while handling fuel.  
3. Always use approved containers for fuel and  
fill slowly to decrease the chance of static  
electricity buildup and spillage.  
4. Store fuel in well ventilated and unoccupied  
buildings away from sparks and flames.  
5. When dispensing gasoline into approved con-  
tainers, place the container on the ground  
when refueling to avoid a possible static elec-  
tricity ignition of fuel vapors.  
6. Do not fill containers while it is inside a vehi-  
cle, trunk, the bed of a pickup or floor of a  
trailer.  
7. Always shut off the engine and permit it to  
cool before removing the fuel tank cap.  
8. Always fill the fuel tank outdoors.  
9. If the fuel container spout will not fit inside the  
fuel tank opening, use a funnel.  
4. The seat is attached to pivotal brackets,  
which allow the seat assembly to pivot for-  
ward onto the foot platform area.  
Note: The Operator Presence Sensor must  
be connected to the electrical wiring harness.  
10. When filling the fuel tank, stop when the fuel  
reaches one inch from the top. This space is  
necessary for tank expansion. Do not overfill  
.
11. Wipe up any spilled fuel.  
G. Towing  
1. Tow only with a machine that has an  
approved hitch designed for towing. Do not  
WARNING-YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who  
read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.  
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SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
GENERAL INFO.  
Controls:  
Engine ignition and start switch; throttle & choke; left and right  
steering levers; electric blade clutch switch; parking brake;  
mower deck lift  
Parking Brake:  
Seat:  
Mechanical linkage attached to the brake handle  
Weight adjustable suspension seat with adjustable seat back  
and armrest. 4" Adjustment front-to-rear  
Frame:  
Instrumentation:  
Structural steel, all welded construction  
Hour meter  
Front Caster Wheels: 13 x 5.00 - 6  
Drive Wheels:  
Tire Pressure:  
Fuel Tank:  
Ground Speed:  
Net Weight:  
20 x 8.00-10 for 44” & 48”; 20 x 10.00-10 for 54”  
8-10 psi rear, 20-25 psi front caster  
Two 5 gallons with individual shut off valves  
0-8 MPH forward. 0-4 MPH reverse  
726 lbs 44”; 742 lbs 48”; 759 lbs 54”  
ENGINE INFO.  
Engine:  
20HP Kohler Command 44”; 22HP Kohler Command 48”; 23HP  
Kohler Command 54”  
Type:  
Vertical air cooled V-Twin  
Air Cleaner:  
Lube System:  
Starter:  
Paper element and foam precleaner  
Pressurized with oil filter, drain valve with hose  
12-volt electric  
Clutch:  
Electric blade brake clutch  
TRACTION DRIVE INFO.  
Traction Drive:  
Variable-speed integrated hydraulic charged ZT-2800 pumps  
and wheel motors on each drive wheel  
CUTTER DECK INFO.  
Cutter Deck;Drive:  
Deck Lift:  
44", 48”, 54” belt driven fabricated deck  
Foot lever w/ lock for height adjustment  
1" to 4" in 1/4” increments  
Cutting Height:  
No. of Blades:  
3, belt-driven, power take-off from engine  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Figure. 1  
Figure. 2  
parking brake  
Engine throttle  
Hour Meter  
Ignition Switch  
Electric Blade  
Clutch Switch  
Choke  
maintain the uphill side lap bar “essen-  
tially” in a fixed position.  
E. General  
1. When Mowing:  
a. Keep adults, children, and pets away from  
k. Be careful when crossing gravel paths or  
roadways. Always turn off the blade clutch  
switch and wait until the blades stop rotat-  
ing and raise the cutting deck to the trans-  
port position. Always allow other vehicles  
to have the right of way.  
l. If you hit a solid object while mowing, turn  
off the blade clutch switch, place the steer-  
ing levers in the neutral, opened-out posi-  
tion, move the throttle to slow, set the  
parking brake, shut off the engine, and  
take the key from the ignition switch.  
Inspect for damage. Repair the damage.  
Make sure the blades are in good condition  
and that the blade bolts are tight before  
restarting the engine.  
m. Never leave the mower unattended without  
performing the following: turn off the blade  
clutch switch, placing the steering levers in  
the neutral open-out position, moving the  
throttle to slow, setting the parking brake,  
shutting off the engine and taking the key  
from the ignition switch.  
n. Never walk or stand on the discharge side  
of the mower when the engine is running.  
Turn off the blade clutch switch if another  
person approaches while you are operat-  
ing the mower.  
the area to be mowed.  
b. When operating this mower, in the forward  
direction, do not allow the steering levers  
to return to neutral on their own. Always  
maintain a firm grip on the levers, operate  
them smoothly and avoid any sudden  
movements of the levers when starting and  
stopping.  
c. If the mower is equipped for side dis-  
charge, never use the mower without the  
discharge chute installed and placed in the  
down position.  
d. Always remove debris and other objects  
from the area to be mowed (Note: debris  
and loose grass will reduce traction).  
e. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.  
f. Watch for holes, sprinkler heads, and other  
hidden hazards.  
g. Avoid driving too close to trees, creeks,  
ditches, sand traps, and other obstacles.  
h. Before backing up, check behind and  
watch where you are going.  
i. Always reduce speed when making a turn,  
and when grass is wet.  
j. Always mow across slopes, never up and  
down the slope. Do not operate on steep  
slopes and slow down before turning.  
Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at  
the bottom and work up to the top. Use  
extra care and go slowly when turning  
downhill. Control the speed and direction  
of the zero turn machine “primarily” with  
the speed/directional control (lap bar) of  
the downhill side of the machine...I.E.,  
o. Never attempt to operate the traction unit  
without having the mowing deck attached.  
p. Keep the mower and especially the engine  
and hydraulic components clean and free  
of grease, grass, and leaves to reduce the  
chance of fire and permit proper cooling.  
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2. Safety Awareness when Mowing  
a. Do not operate on steep slopes, those  
above 15 degrees (27% slope).  
b. Avoid turning downhill if possible, use extra  
care and go slowly.  
c. Avoid turning when going downhill, traction  
is at a minimum going downhill.  
d. Do not operate with discharge side of the  
mower toward streets, buildings, play-  
grounds, parking lots, other machines, ani-  
mals, and other people.  
e. Avoid operation or use extreme care if the  
traction surface is wet, unstable, or slip-  
pery.  
next and each subsequent time that the  
area is mowed.  
F. Controls  
1. Engine Ignition and Start Switch: (See Fig-  
ure 1.) Located on the instrument housing  
below the right side of the operator’s seat.  
When the key is inserted and turned clock-  
wise, 45 degrees, the ignition circuit is closed.  
Turning the switch further against spring pres-  
sure starts the engine. The engine will only  
start if the blade clutch switch is in the “off”  
position, the parking brake is engaged and  
the left and right steering levers are in the  
neutral, opened-out position. The key should  
always be removed from the switch if the  
operator leaves the mower’s seat.  
f. Use extra care when grass clippings,  
leaves, pine needles, or debris are present  
as traction can be reduced.  
2. Engine Throttle Control: (See Figure 2.)  
Located on the left side of the mower next to  
the operator’s seat. Moving the throttle control  
from the rear to the front will increase the  
engine speed from slow to fast. Stop at the  
detent, or the choke will be activated.  
g. Slow-down before turning and come to a  
complete stop before any zero turn maneu-  
ver.  
h. Do not stop machine or park machine over  
combustible materials such as dry grass,  
leaves, debris, etc.  
3. Left and Right Steering Levers: (See Figure  
3.) These hinged levers open out to the side  
in any position to permit the operator to be  
seated or to leave the mower’s seat. The  
operator, when seated, can pull the levers up  
to the operating position, a comfortable fore-  
arm’s length away. These levers control all of  
the movements of the mower. Pushing both  
levers forward causes the mower to move for-  
ward. Pulling both levers back causes the  
mower to move backward. Pushing one lever  
ahead of the other lever causes the traction  
wheel on the side where the lever is ahead to  
rotate faster than the other traction wheel,  
making the mower turn toward the side where  
the lever is behind. When one lever is pushed  
forward and the other lever pulled back the  
same amount, one traction wheel will turn in  
reverse and the mower will turn within its own  
length.  
3. To Mow Grass and Produce a Striped Pat-  
tern  
a. Pick a point on the opposite side of the  
area to be mowed (post, tree, shrub, etc.).  
b. If on a hillside, start at the bottom so that  
the turns are uphill rather than downhill.  
c. Align the mower so as to head directly  
toward the object on the far side.  
d. Slowly increase the speed of the machine  
to match cutting conditions, terrain, and  
operator familiarity with the controls and  
keep the machine headed directly toward  
the alignment object. Do not go fast as to  
reduce cut quality or to be uncomfortable  
in controlling the speed and direction of the  
machine.  
e. When approaching the other end of a strip,  
slow down or stop before turning. A U-turn  
is recommended unless a zero turn is  
required. The speed of a U-turn that will  
allow for machine controllability and mini-  
mal turf defacement will be dependent on  
several factors including: the speed during  
turning, the radius of the turn, the tire tread  
pattern, the traction coefficient of the tire to  
the traction surface, the slope of the trac-  
tion surface.  
In order to start the engine, both steering  
levers must be in the neutral position; the  
parking brake must be engaged; and the  
blade clutch switch must be “off”. However,  
once the engine starts, the parking brake  
must be released before the operator can  
move the steering levers.  
f. Remember, a zero turn requires that the  
forward or reverse travel of the machine be  
stopped prior to the initiation of the turn or  
severe turf defacement can occur.  
g. To prevent rutting or grooving of the turf,  
change the direction that the strips are  
mowed by approximately 45 degrees the  
Note: The Steering Lever will return toward  
neutral when released, but they should be  
placed in neutral by the driver. If the Drive  
Handles are not placed in neutral, the tractor  
may creep.  
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Steering Levers  
Figure. 4  
Fuel Shutoff Valve  
8. Seat Position Adjustment Lever: The Seat  
Position Adjustment Lever is located beneath  
the seat. The Seat Position Adjustment Lever  
is used to move the seat forward and back-  
ward. To place the seat in the desired position  
pull the seat adjustment lever to the left then  
push the seat forward or back to the desired  
position. Release the lever so the seat will  
lock in place.  
9. Weight Adjustment Lever: The weight  
adjustment lever is located on the right side of  
the seatback and incorporates three settings:  
upper is 110 lbs, middle is 195 lbs, and lower  
is 285 lbs.  
Figure. 3  
Deck Lift Pedal  
4. Electric Blade Clutch Switch: (See Figure  
1.) Located on the right side of the mower  
beside the ignition switch. This is an “on/off”  
push-pull switch that controls the electric  
blade clutch which supplies power to the cut-  
ting blades through the PTO. The switch must  
be turned off to start the engine and should  
be turned off for safety any time another per-  
son approaches the mower or the mowing  
deck is raised to the transport position. Power  
to the electric clutch will also be cut off if the  
operator leaves the operator’s seat.  
5. Parking Brake: (See Figure 3.) Located on  
the left side of the traction unit. The handle is  
an overcenter lever which applies the drum  
brakes on the drive wheels when the handle is  
pulled to the rear. The brake must be engaged  
in order to start the engine.  
6. Deck Lift Pedal: (See Figure 3.) Located on  
the panel in front of the seat. Raise the mow-  
ing deck to the transport position, by pushing  
the upper part of the pedal. To lower the mow-  
ing deck, push on the upper part of the pedal  
and lower it to the desired position.  
7. Fuel Shutoff Valve: (See Figure 4.) Located  
on top of each fuel tank. When turned in a  
clockwise direction until it stops, it will shut off  
the flow of fuel to the engine. When turned in  
a counterclockwise direction it will open and  
allow fuel to flow to the engine. Close this  
valve if you are not going to run the mower for  
a period of 30 minutes or more to prevent  
flooding the engine.  
10. Seatback Recline Knob: The seatback  
recline knob is located on the right side  
between the seat back and seat bottom  
.
Turning it clockwise adds additional recline up  
to 10 degrees.  
11. Hour Meter: (See Figure 1) Located on the  
right side of the mower behind the ignition  
switch. The hour meter displays running time.  
Note:An optional meter provides engine  
speed (RPM), service reminders (oil, lube),  
and running time (hours).  
12. Choke Lever: (See Figure 2) The Choke  
knob is located on the left side control panel  
next to the operator’s seat. Having the Choke  
in the ON (up) position helps the engine to  
start during initial start-up. During normal  
operation the Choke should be in the OFF  
(down) position.  
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engine, remove the key from the ignition  
switch, remove connection of the spark plugs  
and using the foot pedal, lower the mowing  
deck into the cutting position.  
G. Initial Adjustments  
1. Check the fluid levels and tires:  
Note:These checks should be made daily,  
before starting the engine.  
b. Using a ruler, pencil and paper, measure and  
note the distance from the paved surface to  
the bottom edge of the mowing blade at the  
front and the back of the deck on each side of  
the mower. (Four dimensions.)  
a. Fuel: Using a good grade of unleaded, regu-  
lar gasoline, fill the fuel tank (beside the  
engine on the left side of the mower). When  
the fuel reaches one inch from the top of the  
tank, stop. DO NOT OVERFILL. Space must  
be left for expansion.  
b. Engine Oil: (Filled at the factory before ship-  
ment.) Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe it off and  
reinsert it. Pull it out again and read the oil  
level. If it is below the operating range, add oil  
through the fill tube using a funnel to bring it  
up to the top of the operating range.  
Note:The front edge of the mowing deck  
should be 1/8"-1/4" (1/8” for 1-1/2” and 1/16” for  
1”) below the rear edge of the deck so that the  
blades are cutting grass in only the front half of  
their circular path. This decreases friction and  
reduces the drive power required.  
c. If the dimension at the front of the mowing  
deck is 1/8"-1/4" (1/8” for 1-1/2” and 1/16” for 1”)  
lower than the dimension at the rear of the  
deck (pitch) on each side of the mower, do  
not adjust. If not, you will need to adjust the  
Lift Links (See Figure 5).  
Note:Gasoline Engine: For the recommended  
oil weight refer to engine manual.  
c. Hydraulic Oil: (Filled at the factory before  
shipment.) The hydraulic oil is contained  
within the integrated hydrostatic transaxles  
and an expansion tank which should be  
maintained with a 1/2” to 1” above the bottom  
of the tank.  
outer nuts  
Trailing Link  
jam nut  
Left Side  
Note: See Maintenance Schedule Section E,  
page 23.  
d. Tires: 8-10 psi rear, 20-25 psi front caster  
rear nuts  
tires  
Note:New tires are overinflated in order to  
Adjustable Lift Link  
properly seat the bead to the rim. The normal  
working pressure for the traction tires is 8-10 psi.  
The front caster wheels should be inflated to 20-  
25 psi.  
Figure. 5  
2. Check that all Nuts, Bolts and Screws are  
Tight.  
3. Check the tension of the deck drive belts.  
a. Remove the deck cover  
b. The tension of the deck drive belts are main-  
tained by a spring mechanism that adjusts for  
wear and stretch.  
c. Examine the belts for cuts, fraying, and  
excessive wear. Replace if any of these are  
detected.  
d. To level the deck (side to side), place the  
deck in the (3” suggested) cutting position.  
With a 3/4” wrench loosen the lower jam nut  
of the left side of the Lift Link. To adjust the  
side of the deck up or down turn the upper  
jam nut clockwise (to raise) or counter clock-  
wise (to lower) a few turns.  
e. To change the pitch (front to rear), loosen the  
lower nuts on the rear Lift Links. With a few  
turns, adjust clockwise (to raise) or counter  
clockwise (to lower) the upper nuts of the rear  
Lift Links. Once the deck is adjusted,  
retighten lower nuts.  
f. Raise the mowing deck to the transport posi-  
tion using the deck lift pedal.  
g. Use the deck lift pedal to lower the mowing  
deck to the cutting position and repeat step  
“b.” above to make sure that the desired cut-  
ting height and pitch and level have been  
attained. If the dimensions are not correct,  
repeat steps “c.through “f.above.  
d. Replace the deck cover.  
4. Adjust the Mowing Deck: The cutting height is  
set in 1/4” increments in the range of 1" to 4". Do  
not attempt to raise the mower deck higher than  
4” because you will damage components on  
your mower. You may need to adjust the mowing  
deck to achieve the proper angle for mowing.  
Follow the procedures below to set the appropri-  
ate angle to the mowing deck.  
a. Park the mower on a flat paved surface,  
engage the parking brake, shut off the  
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5. Lubricate all fittings listed in the mainte-  
nance section.  
1. Make sure the park brake is set to the “ON”  
position, both lap bars are in the neutral/  
start position, and the Power Take Off (PTO  
also referred to as blade control switch) is  
in the “off” (down) position.  
H. Zero Turn Break-In And Operating Pro-  
cedures  
2. Move the choke and the engine speed con-  
trol (throttle) forward to the end of the slot.  
3. Insert the ignition key, turn the switch  
toward the spring-loaded “Start” position,  
maintain the Start position until the engine  
begins to run, then release the switch (it will  
return to the “Run” position).  
4. Move the choke/speed control slowly by  
moving it rearward. If the engine is “cold”,  
the choke may need to be partially applied  
for a few minutes. Be sure to move the  
choke/throttle after the engine has  
DANGER:  
Reread the “When Mowing” Safety Precautions.  
The following procedures are suggested for operators  
of ride-on machines which have zero turn capabilities.  
1. Orientation:  
a. Read the entire Operator’s Manual.  
b. Sit on the machine, adjust the seat fore-and-  
aft, then adjust the speed/directional (lap bar)  
controls (they can be adjusted fore-and-aft,  
as well as up-and-down — 9/16" wrench  
required).  
“warmed up” to the detent.  
g. Check safety devices:  
c. Become familiar with all of the machine con-  
trols, instrumentation, safety and instruction  
signs, and safety devices.  
d. Move (or have moved) the machine to a safe,  
level area with no obstructions including  
objects, pedestrians, and animals.  
2. Initial Operation:  
a. Use protective equipment for eyes, hands,  
hearing, feet, legs, head and other areas of  
the body if needed — safety eye glasses,  
gloves, earplugs, boots, hats, etc.  
1. With the park brake engaged, try to move  
one of the lap bars (speed/directional con-  
trol) from the neutral/start position, it  
should not move.  
2. Repeat this procedure with the opposite  
side lap bars.  
3. With the park brake engaged and the lap  
bars in the neutral/start position, advance  
the engine speed control completely for-  
ward (Hi-idle), engage the PTO control  
switch (pull upward), then lift off the seat —  
the engine should stop running. Sit down  
and the engine should run. Turn off the  
PTO by pushing the control switch down.  
h. To drive in the FORWARD direction:  
1. Set the engine speed to 2000 to 2500 rpm  
(refer to optional tachometer on right con-  
trol panel). This must be increased to full  
speed (3525-3675 rpm) after becoming  
familiar with the machine.  
WARNING:  
Hearing Protection is required for all operator  
exposure exceeding two (2) hours.  
b. Ensure that the area is free of animals and  
bystanders, especially children!  
c. Survey the area where the equipment is to be  
used to make sure it is free of debris, sticks,  
stones, wires, bones, and other foreign  
objects which could cause injury to bystand-  
ers, damage to the machine, or damage to  
nearby facilities.  
d. Inspect the machine to make sure:  
1. All guards, shields (including mower chute  
deflector) are in their proper place, are  
secure, and are functional.  
2. That there are no spilled or leaking fuel or  
oil sources, nor loose fuel or hydraulic tank  
caps, hoses or fittings.  
3. That there are no loose or missing hard-  
ware nor any missing items.  
2. Release the park brake.  
3. Slowly, move both lap bars toward the front  
of the machine until the machine begins to  
move forward — release the lap bars and  
the machine should stop. The more that the  
lap bars are moved toward the front of the  
machine, the faster the machine will move  
in the forward direction. Release the lap  
bars and the machine should stop traveling  
forward. (This is a safety check, the normal  
procedure is for the operator to slowly bring  
the lap bars to the neutral position).  
4. Do not advance the lap bars rapidly as this  
could cause turf defacement, loss of trac-  
tion, and/or instability.  
4. That no non-approved devices are  
installed.  
5. To turn, advance one lap bar ahead of the  
other and the machine will turn toward the  
opposite from the side that was advanced  
— I.E. to turn clockwise (to the Right),  
move the LEFT lap bar forward more than  
the right side, and to turn counter-clock-  
wise (to the LEFT), move the RIGHT lap  
5. That all safety signs and decals are prop-  
erly installed and legible.  
e. This is a one person machine, operator only!  
Riders are not permitted under any circum-  
stance!  
f. To start the engine on the machine:  
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bar forward more than the left side. NOTE:  
If one lap bar is in the neutral position and  
the other is advanced, the turn side tire will  
not rotate and a “pivot turn” will be exe-  
cuted — turf defacement could occur (if on  
grass) as well as potential damages to the  
traction surface and the tire. If the lap bar  
on the turn side is not brought all the way to  
neutral, then the turn side tire will continue  
to rotate and a “U-turn” will be executed  
with a low potential for turf defacement as  
well as traction surface and tire damage.  
i. To drive in the REVERSE direction:  
1. Make sure no bystanders, animals, or  
objects are behind the machine. Look  
behind the machine, and use extreme care.  
2. Slowly, move both lap bars toward the rear  
of the machine until the machine begins to  
move rearward. Release the lap bars and  
the machine should stop. The more the lap  
bars are moved toward the rear of the  
machine, the faster the machine will move  
in the reverse direction. Release the lap  
bars and the machine should stop traveling  
in reverse (this is a safety check, the nor-  
mal procedure is for the operator to slowly  
bring the lap bars to the neutral position).  
3. Do not move the lap bars rapidly as this  
could cause turf defacement and/or loss of  
traction.  
4. To turn, move one lap bar ahead of the  
other and the machine will turn toward the  
same side that was moved — I.E., to turn  
counter-clockwise (to the LEFT), move the  
LEFT lap bar rearward more than the right  
side, and to turn clockwise (to the RIGHT),  
move the RIGHT lap bar rearward more  
than the left side. NOTE: If one lap bar is in  
the neutral position and the other is moved,  
the turn side tire will not rotate and a “pivot  
turn” will be executed. Turf defacement  
could occur (if on grass) as well as poten-  
tial damages to the traction surface and the  
tire. If the lap bar on the turn side is not  
brought all the way to neutral, then the turn  
side tire will continue to rotate and a “U-  
turn” will be executed with a low potential  
for turf defacement as well as traction sur-  
face and tire damage.  
3. To turn counter-clockwise, slowly move the  
RIGHT lap bar forward while simulta-  
neously moving the LEFT lap bar rearward.  
Release both lap bars and the machine  
should stop turning (this is a safety check,  
the normal procedure is for the operator to  
slowly bring the lap bars to the neutral posi-  
tion).  
Note: If low traction conditions occur, follow  
these procedures for “zero turns”:  
To turn clockwise (front of machine moves toward RIGHT)  
when traveling FORWARD:  
1. Come to a stop,  
2. Then slowly move both lap bars rearward (no more  
than 1/2 maximum reverse speed) to initiate REVERSE  
travel,  
3. Then slowly move the LEFT lap bar forward while  
maintaining the RIGHT lap bar in the rearward travel  
position.  
4. To stop the turn and reintiate FORWARD travel,  
slowly move the RIGHT lap bar from the REVERSE  
travel position to a FORWARD travel position equal to  
that of the LEFT lap bar.  
5. Alternatively, release both lap bars and the machine  
should stop turning, (this is a safety check, the normal  
procedure is for the operator to slowly bring the lap bars  
to the Neutral psoition).  
To turn counter-clockwise (front of machine moves toward  
LEFT) when traveling FORWARD:  
1. Come to a stop,  
2. Then slowly move both lap bars rearward (no more  
than 1/2 maximum reverse speed) to initiate REVERSE  
travel,  
3. Then slowly move the RIGHT lap bar forward while  
maintaining the LEFT lap bar in the rearward travel  
position.  
4. To stop the turn and reintiate FORWARD travel,  
slowly move the LEFT lap bar from the REVERSE travel  
position to a FORWARD travel position equal to that of  
the RIGHT lap bar.  
5. Alternatively, release both lap bars and the machine  
should stop turning, (this is a safety check, the normal  
procedure is for the operator to slowly bring the lap bars  
to the Neutral psoition).  
3. Start the Engine:  
a. Open the fuel shutoff valve.  
b. Sit on the Seat. Set the parking brake “On”.  
c. Move the left and right steering levers to the  
neutral position.  
d. Turn the electric blade clutch switch “Off”.  
e. Push the choke/throttle control to the full for-  
ward position.  
j. To perform a “zero turn”:  
1. Please note, a zero turn maneuver can not  
be executed while the machine is moving in  
the forward or, reverse directions, the  
machine must come to a stop first.  
f. Insert the key in the ignition and start switch  
and turn the switch to “On”.  
g. Turn the ignition key in a clockwise direction  
to the “Start” position until the engine starts.  
2. To turn clockwise, slowly move the LEFT  
lap bar forward while simultaneously mov-  
ing the RIGHT lap bar rearward. Release  
both lap bars and the machine should stop  
turning.  
Note:Do not hold the key in the “Start” posi-  
tion for more than 10 seconds or you may dam-  
age the starter. If the engine does not start in this  
time, wait about 30 seconds and try again.  
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h. Gasoline Engine: Once the engine starts,  
move the choke/throttle to the detent as  
the engine warms.  
b. Use the Deck Lift pedal to raise the mow-  
ing deck to the transport position.  
c. Drive the mower to the cleanup or storage  
area.  
d. Move the throttle to slow.  
e. Place the steering levers in the neutral  
position.  
f. Set the parking brake.  
g. Turn off the ignition switch and take the key  
from the switch.  
4. Operating the Mower: Operating a zero-turn-  
ing-radius mower is not like operating a trac-  
tor-type riding mower. The zero-turning-radius  
mower is much more maneuverable and  
much less fatiguing to operate. However, get-  
ting used to the fingertip control of the zero-  
turning-radius mower takes some practice.  
We strongly recommend that you locate a  
“test area” where you can operate the mower  
for about 30 minutes without being disturbed.  
a. Get into the operator’s seat.  
h. Close the fuel shutoff valves.  
i. Never park near open flames or ignition  
sources.  
I. Mower Cutting Blades  
b. Start the engine.  
The blades normally “factory installed” on a mower  
afford the best grass cutting performance on the  
majority of grasses and mowing conditions; however,  
there will be occasions whereby the grass type,  
stage of grass growth, soil conditions, and weather  
conditions will require different cutting blade types.  
Since the mower decks are designed so that over-lap  
of the cutting blades generally exceed 1.5”, there is  
no need for orientation of one cutting blade to an  
adjacent blade (I.E., the blades do not need to be  
“timed” nor synchronized).  
c. Use the deck lift pedal to raise the mowing  
deck to the transport position. Make sure  
the blade clutch switch is off.  
d. After the engine has warmed, adjust the  
throttle to the fast position.  
e. Release the parking brake.  
f. Fold in the steering levers to the operating  
position.  
WARNING:  
When operating this mower forward, do not  
allow the steering levers to return to the neu-  
tral position on their own. Always maintain a  
firm grip on the steering levers, operate them  
smoothly and avoid any sudden movements of  
the levers when starting or stopping.  
Hi-lift- These are generally the best cutting blades  
for most grasses and mowing conditions. These  
blades will provide extra “lift” for the thinner leaf  
grasses, will handle lush grasses, and will provide  
maximum grass and debris discharge. These blades  
are generally required for material collection sys-  
tems. More horsepower is required for these blades  
when compared to others, and they generally pro-  
duce the highest noise levels.  
g. To go forward, move both steering levers  
slightly forward and the mower will slowly  
move forward. The farther you move the  
levers forward the faster the mower will go  
forward.  
h. To back up, move both steering levers  
slightly backward and the mower will  
slowly move backward. The farther you  
move the levers backward the faster the  
mower will go backward.  
i. To turn, pull the lever back on the side to  
which you want to turn. The farther back  
you pull the lever, the faster and more  
sharply you will turn. Initially, you will have  
to be careful to avoid turning too fast and  
too far.  
j. After you have mastered operating the  
mower, use the transport lever to lower the  
mowing deck to the cutting position and  
pull on the electric blade clutch switch to  
start the blades rotating.  
Medium-lift- These blades require less horsepower  
than the hi-lift, and they generally work well in wider  
leaf grasses and some mulch applications.  
Low-lift- These blades require less horsepower than  
hi-lift and medium-lift blades, and they generally work  
best with wide leaf grasses, sparse grass growth,  
and sandy soil conditions. They generally produce  
the lowest noise levels. Bahia blades are configured  
without offset, and with a maximum amount of sharp-  
ened cutting edge.  
Mulch- These blades are generally designed for use  
in cutting decks equipped with mulch baffles. The  
shape of the blade generally produces higher turbu-  
lence in order that the grass can be repeatedly cut  
and re-cut into smaller pieces. These blades gener-  
ally require more horsepower than other blades.  
Mulch blades work best when the grasses are cut at  
the highest levels, minimal lengths of grasses are  
removed, and grass conditions are generally dry.  
k. Practice mowing in straight passes. When  
you feel confident, slowly practice mowing  
around obstacles such as trees.  
5. Parking the Mower:  
a. Push off the electric blade clutch switch.  
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m. Clean up the grass clippings and other  
materials washed from underneath the  
mower deck, and dispose of them properly.  
MAINTENANCE AND  
SERVICE  
Hose Coupler  
(Shown without  
Hose Attached)  
WARNING:  
Disconnect the spark plug wires or remove the  
key from the ignition to prevent the engine  
from accidentally starting before performing  
any maintenance on this mower.  
Water Port  
A. Cleaning your Deck  
Use the Deck Wash System to rinse grass clip-  
pings fro the deck’s underside and prevent the  
buildup of corrosive chemicals. Complete the fol-  
lowing steps after each mowing:  
IMPORTANT: Make certain the machine’s dis-  
charge chute is directed away from people, chil-  
dren, animals, and your house, garage, parked  
cars, etc.  
a. Drive the machine to a level, clear spot on  
your lawn, near enough to a water faucet  
(spigot) for your garden hose to reach.  
b. Make sure that the PTO (mower deck  
blade engage) control is in the “OFF” posi-  
tion.  
c. Move shift lever or speed control into the  
“Neutral” position.  
d. Set the parking brake, and turn the ignition  
key to the “STOP” position to stop the  
engine.  
Figure. 6  
B.Mower Deck  
1. Removing the Mower Deck:  
a. Apply the parking brake. Remove ignition  
key and both spark plug caps.  
b. Lower the cutter deck to the lowest setting  
and capture the lift pedal by placing the  
height of cut clevis pin into the “Lock” hole.  
c. Remove tension of the PTO belt by moving  
the belt tensioning spring.  
Note:There is a certain amount of spring  
tension due to the weight of the deck. When  
removing the lift linkage from the deck the ten-  
sion of the springs will go from the deck to the  
deck lift pedal. Not capturing the deck lift  
pedal while removing the lift linkage from the  
deck will cause it to snap back.  
e. Thread hose coupler (packaged with this  
manual) onto the end of your garden hose.  
See Figure 6.  
f. Attach the hose coupler to the water port  
on your mower deck’s surface. See Figure  
6. Turn the water on.  
d. Detach the mower drive belt.  
g. While sitting in the machine operator’s  
position, re-start the engine and place  
throttle lever in the Fast (rabbit) position.  
h. Move the PTO control to the “ON” position.  
i. Remain in the machine operator’s position,  
and with the mower deck engaged for a  
minimum of two minutes per wash out,  
start with the trim (operator’s left) side, and  
allow the underside of the cutting deck to  
thoroughly rinse.  
j. Move the PTO control to the “OFF” posi-  
tion.  
k. Turn the engine off.  
l. Turn the water off, and detach the hose  
coupler from the water port on your mower  
deck.  
e. Remove the four hair pins from the right  
and left side of the mower. Shift the deck  
forward until the Trailing Link is free and  
you are able to remove the deck.  
f. Turn front caster wheels outward.  
g. To install reverse the process  
2. Changing a Blade:  
a. Remove the key from the ignition and dis-  
connect the spark plugs.  
b. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about  
one foot and block it in that position.  
c. Wrap a rag around one end of the blade  
and grasp it to prevent it from turning, or  
secure the blade by placing a block of  
wood between the blade and the deck  
housing.  
d. Use a 1-1/8" socket wrench on the pulley  
side of the spindle bolt.  
e. Remove the hex nut at the blade using a 1-  
1/8" wrench.  
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Trailing Link  
hair pin  
hair pins  
Figure. 7  
f. Remove the blade.  
b. Unscrew the nuts from the deck covers  
g. To replace the blade reverse the above  
process and tighten nut to 100-120 lb ft.  
and remove both covers.  
c. Using a 1/2" socket breaker bar or socket  
ratchet insert the drive end into the 1/2"  
square opening in the lower idler arm  
assembly and push the idler arm counter-  
clockwise. While holding the idler arm  
back, loosen the blade drive belt from the  
pulley and slide the belt away from the pul-  
ley.  
d. Remove tension of the PTO belt by moving  
the belt tensioning rod. Loosen the belt  
retaining bolt.  
e. Pull the tensioner pulley away from the belt  
and remove the PTO belt then remove the  
blade drive belt.  
Note: Add a small amount of multi-purpose  
grease to the bolt threads to avoid corrosion  
and galvenic action  
WARNING:  
Never mow with dull blades! Blades that are  
bent should be replaced! The cutting blades  
are sharp and can cause severe injury. Wrap  
the cutting surface of the blade with a rag to  
avoid injury.  
3. Sharpening the Blade:  
f. Reverse the process to install the belt.  
a. Set the parking brake.  
b. Clean any debris from the blades. Keep  
blades sharp and free of build up at all  
times.  
c. Sharpen blades evenly at the original 30°  
angle to maintain balanced cutting blades.  
Do not sharpen the underside of the  
blades. Use a electric blade sharpener, a  
conventional electric grinder or a hand file  
to sharpen the blades.  
Note:When replacing belts do not over-  
tighten. Adjust the idler pulley so that a ten-  
pound pull with a spring scale between two  
pulleys deflects the belt about 1/2".  
d. Replace any blade with severe nicks or  
dents that cannot be removed by filing.  
e. Check the balance of the blade after  
sharpening by placing it on a blade bal-  
ancer. Do not use un-balanced blades.  
f. If the blade dips on one end, file stock off  
of the cutting surface on that end.  
Note:Blades that cannot be easily bal-  
anced—REPLACE.  
4. Changing the Blade Drive Belts:  
a. Set the parking brake. Remove ignition key  
and both spark plug caps.  
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D.Electrical Circuit  
Danger:  
Read General Safety Precautions Nos. 9 and 10.  
1. Battery: The battery is located beneath the  
operator’s seat. If so equipped, remove the  
fillcaps and check the level of the liquid elec-  
trolyte in the battery every 50 operating hours.  
If the level in any of the six cells has dropped  
below the bottom of the split ring inside the fill  
hole, refill the cell with distilled water. To keep  
the outside of the battery clean, brush on a  
strong solution of bicarbonate of soda and  
water and rinse with clean water. Keep the  
contacts and cable ends clean with a wire  
brush and make sure the connections are  
tight. Coat the terminals with petroleum jelly  
to prevent corrosion.  
Spindle  
Figure 8  
2. Battery Removal  
5. Changing the Spindle Assembly  
a. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about  
one foot and block it in that position.  
b. Make sure the blade clutch is disengaged.  
c. Remove the deck cover.  
Warning:  
When removing the cables from the battery  
follow these steps to avoid a short between  
the wrench and the frame.  
d. Remove the drive belts. (See 4. Changing  
Blade Drive Belts.)  
e. Remove the cutter blade. (See 2. Chang-  
ing a Blade.)  
a. Remove the negative (black) cable.  
b. Remove the positive (red) cable.  
c. Release the hold down straps.  
d. Remove the battery without tipping.  
3. Battery Storage: When storing the mower for  
long periods of time the following guidelines  
should be performed.  
f. Using a wrench or socket ratchet remove  
four hex nuts, and the four hex head cap  
screws. Remove the spindle assembly.  
g. Reverse the process to install the spindle  
assembly.  
a. Disconnect the battery cables from the ter-  
minals and remove the battery.  
C.Hydrostatic Drive System  
1. Your zero turn riding mower is equipped with  
b. Clean the battery before storing. A dirty  
battery will lose its charge over time.  
c. Store the battery with a full charge. A dis-  
charged battery will freeze (refer to the  
table below).  
dual integrated hydrostatic pumps, motors, and  
gear reduction transaxles The fluid level in the  
.
expansion tank must be maintained at 1/2” to 1”  
above the bottom of the tank. See Figure 9.  
Specific Gravity  
1.265  
Freezing Temp (°F)  
expansion tank  
-71  
-62  
-16  
5
1.250  
1.200  
Hydrostatic  
Transaxles  
1.150  
1.100  
16  
d. Recharge battery when ever the specific  
gravity value is less than 1.225  
4. Installing the Battery  
Figure 9  
Note: See Maintenance Schedule, Section E,  
page 23.  
Note:The battery is delivered from the fac-  
tory fully charged and filled with electrolyte.  
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a. Attach the positive (red) cable.  
b. Attach the negative (black) cable.  
c. Attach the rubber battery strap.  
5. Jump Starting  
and all sparkplug wires. The air-gap should  
be checked with feeler gages in the three  
slots of the BBC (PTO Clutch). The air-gap  
should be adjusted to 0.012" to 0.015". There  
are three inspection slots in the brake cover.  
To adjust, successively tighten each of the  
three gap adjustment nuts an equal amount.  
Insert a feeler gage (0.012" to 0.015") into  
each slot as the air gap adjustment nut are  
tightened. The correct adjustment occurs  
when slight contact with the feeler gage  
occurs. Engage the BBC (PTO Clutch) a cou-  
ple of times, and re-check the air-gap. If it is  
not between 0.012" and 0.015", repeat the  
adjustment procedure.  
Warning:  
Failure to use this starting procedure can cause  
sparking, and the gases in the battery to  
explode.  
a. Attach the end of the red jumper cable to the  
positive terminal (+) of the charged battery.  
b. Attach the other end of the red jumper cable  
to the positive terminal (+) of the low charge  
battery.  
c. Attach the end of the black jumper cable to  
the negative terminal of the charged battery.  
d. Attach the other end of the black jumper  
cable to the frame of the unit with the low  
charge battery.  
6. Fuses: There is one fuse located in the wiring  
between the battery and ignition start switch.  
This is a standard plug-in type automotive fuse  
rated at 20 amp.  
7. Safety Switches: There are three safety  
switches in the electrical circuit which control the  
engine. They are (1) the blade clutch switch, (2)  
the parking brake/lap bar switch, (3) the seat  
switch.They operate so that in order to start the  
engine, the blade clutch switch must be off, the  
parking brake must be engaged, and both steer-  
ing levers must be in the neutral position. Once  
the engine is started, the seat must be occupied  
and the parking brake must be released before  
either of the steering levers can be moved. Also,  
the seat must be occupied before the blade  
clutch switch can cause the blades to rotate.  
8. Safety Switch Operation Checks: The follow-  
ing operational checks should be made daily.  
a. Blade Clutch Switch: Sit in the operator’s  
seat. With both steering levers in the neutral  
position and the parking brake engaged, turn  
the blade clutch switch “on” and try to start  
the engine. The engine should not start. If it  
does, the blade clutch switch must be  
b. Parking Brake Switch: Sit in the operator’s  
seat. With both steering levers in the neutral  
position and the blade clutch switch “off”,  
release the parking brake and try to start the  
engine. The engine should not start. If it  
does, the parking brake switch must be repo-  
sitioned or perhaps replaced. If the engine  
does not start, engage the parking brake and  
start the engine. Swing one steering lever up  
to the operating position and the engine  
should stop. If the engine does not stop, the  
parking brake switch must be repositioned or  
replaced.  
c. Seat Switch: With both steering levers  
opened-out to the neutral position, the park-  
ing brake engaged and the blade clutch  
switch in the “off” position, start the engine.  
Now release the parking brake, hold down on  
the back of the operator’s seat against spring  
pressure, and swing one of the steering  
levers up to the operating position. Release  
the operator’s seat and the engine should  
stop. If the engine does not stop, the seat  
switch must be replaced. With both steering  
levers folded out in the neutral position, the  
parking brake engaged and the blade clutch  
switch in the “off” position, sit in the opera-  
tor’s seat and start the engine. Turn the blade  
clutch switch to the “on” position and the  
blades should start to rotate. Raise up slightly  
off the operator’s seat and the blades should  
stop. If the blades do not stop when you dis-  
mount from the operator’s seat, the seat  
switch must be replaced.  
replaced. If the engine does not start, turn  
the blade clutch switch “off” and start the  
engine. Now turn the blade clutch switch “on”  
and the blades should rotate. If the blades do  
not turn, the blade clutch switch must be  
replaced, the seat switch must be replaced or  
the electric PTO clutch must be repaired. The  
air-gap should be checked every 100 hrs. (or  
less, if severe operating conditions exist such  
as when there are many on/off cycles, mulch-  
ing operations, material collection systems  
used, and dusty/dirty conditions), and the air-  
gap adjusted if more than 0.025". To inspect,  
remove the “negative” cable from the battery  
d. Electric PTO Clutch: This clutch operates  
when the engine is running, the operator is in  
the operator’s seat and the blade clutch  
switch is turned on. This electric clutch is a  
fairly trouble free device. If a problem devel-  
ops and the blades do not turn, first check the  
20 amp fuse in the yellow, 16-gauge wire  
between terminal “Lon the ignition switch  
and the hour meter and then investigate the  
wiring harness and the connections to the  
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seat switch, the blade clutch switch and the  
electric blade clutch. Then check the seat  
switch, the blade clutch switch and finally the  
electric blade clutch.  
and repeat the inspection. If the leaks you find  
are pin hole size to 1/16" diameter, the tire can  
be repaired. If the leaks are larger than 1/16"  
diameter, the tire can be repaired. If the tire  
bead is damaged, the tire can be repaired or the  
tire will have to be replaced.  
E.Tires  
The two front wheels are caster wheels that are free to  
swivel to accommodate the direction of the mower.  
3. Creeping: Creeping is the slight forward or  
backward movement of the mower when the  
throttle is on and the lapbars are in the opened-  
out position. If your mower creeps do the follow-  
ing.  
The two rear wheels are used to propel the mower in the  
direction of input from the drive handles. Inflation  
pressure of the rear tires is important for stability while  
the mower is in operation. If the tire diameter is not  
equal between the two tires, the mower will pull to one  
side.  
a. Jack up rear of unit.  
b. Place Lapbars in the neutral position.  
c. If the tires are rotating, the neutral position  
that side transaxle linkage will need to be  
adjusted. Contact your service representa-  
tive.  
1. Inflation Pressure:  
a. Traction Tires—20 psi max; 8-10 psi recom-  
mended  
F. Brakes  
b. Front Caster Wheel—28 psi max; 20-25 psi  
recommended  
While the mower is in motion, all braking is performed  
dynamically through the hydraulic pumps and traction  
motors, controlled by the two steering levers. When the  
mower is parked with the engine shut off, the hydraulic  
system locks the traction wheels.  
c. Cutting Deck Ball Wheels—Solid Polyure-  
thane.  
Use the Following guidelines for maintaining the tires:  
a. Balance inflation pressure between the rear  
tires to help maintain straight travel (see tire  
side wall for proper inflation pressure).  
b. Keep the valve caps tightened to prevent air  
pressure loss.  
Note:To move the mower forward or in  
reverse by pushing, you must release the  
dynamic braking. Locate the release levers at the  
rear of the machine. Pull them toward the rear  
and lower the wide area of the rod into the key-  
hole slot. (See photo below).  
2. Leaking Tires: When a flat tire occurs, repair or  
replace immediately. The normal procedure is to  
remove the wheel and replace it. If a tire is get-  
ting soft, park the mower on the nearest level,  
paved area. If the leaking tire is on a traction  
wheel, put blocks on each side of the opposite  
traction wheel and jack up the tire that leaks  
about an inch off the ground. Loosen and  
remove the lug nuts and remove the wheel.  
Mount a wheel and tire, replace the lug nuts, and  
using a torque wrench, tighten them to 60 10  
ft-lbs.  
If the leaking tire is on a front caster wheel,  
block both traction wheels and raise the caster  
wheel so that the tire is an inch off the ground.  
Loosen and remove the locknut from the axle  
assembly and pull the axle assembly from the  
caster yoke. The wheel and two spacer sleeves  
will drop free. Slip the axle assembly through  
one side of the caster yoke, through a spacer  
sleeve, a wheel, the other spacer sleeve and  
finally through the other side of the caster yoke.  
Then tighten the locknut on the end of the axle  
assembly.  
Hydro Release Valve  
When the mower is parked with the engine running and  
the steering levers in the neutral position, the parking  
brakes should be applied. The parking brakes are  
internal gear/pawl brakes mounted in each transaxle.  
They are both engaged by the same operating lever.  
1. Adjustments: The parking brake handle is an  
over-center lever in a slot that should engage  
with moderate force. The parking brakes pro-  
vide a positive means to hold a machine station-  
ary that is similar to “Park” on an automobile.  
Lower the mower off the jack and continue  
mowing. The wheel with the leaking tire should  
be inflated to 20 psi and the wheel placed in a  
large bucket of water. Carefully inspect the tire,  
rim and valve for escaping air bubbles which  
indicate a leak. Mark each leak with a yellow  
marking crayon and then deflate the tire to 8 psi  
Note:The parking brakes normally do not  
need to be adjusted.  
To adjust either brake individually, loosen the jam nuts  
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on the cable near the brake arm on the transaxle. If  
the brake is not holding, adjust the nuts so that the  
brake cable housing moves away from the lever.  
tor. Start the engine and allow it to run out  
of fuel. This will prevent gum and varnish  
deposits from forming. Replace the fuel fil-  
ter.  
2. Repair: The mower is equipped with internal  
gear/pawl brakes and will not normally require  
maintenance. If they are not working properly,  
please contact your service center.  
g. Gasoline Engine Only: Remove the spark  
plugs and pour approximately one ounce  
of oil into each cylinder. Crank the engine  
one or two turns to spread the oil evenly on  
the cylinder walls. Replace the spark  
plugs.  
G. Hydraulic System  
1. Hydrostatic Pumps and Motors: The pumps  
in the transaxles are the hardest-working  
components in the hydraulic system. They are  
in operation all the time the engine is running.  
Because of extremely close tolerances, wear  
is an important factor in their life.  
h. Clean the battery and make sure it is fully  
charged.  
i. Jack the mower up and store it on blocks to  
take the weight off of the tires.  
2. To Put the Mower Back in Service:  
a. Check the battery. Charge if necessary.  
b. Gasoline Engine Only: Remove the spark  
plugs and wipe them off. Using the starter,  
crank the engine to pump the excess oil  
out of the spark plug holes. Replace the  
spark plugs and the ignition leads. Refill  
the fuel tank with fresh gasoline.  
Note:The pumps and motors are not  
owner-repairable. If a pump fails, contact your  
Cub Cadet dealer. Do not disassemble the  
pump/motors. For proper maintenance refer  
to the Maintenance Schedule, Section E, page  
23.  
2. Steering Lever Adjustments: Place the  
mower on level ground with the engine run-  
ning, parking brake off and steering levers in  
neutral position. If the mower begins to creep  
contact your service representative.  
c. Check the level of the oil in the crankcase  
and the hydraulic tank.  
d. Lower the mower off the block and check  
the tire pressure.  
e. Push the mower outdoors and start the  
engine. Let the engine idle until it has  
warmed up completely (4 to 5 minutes).  
H. Storage  
1. General: If your mower will not be in service  
for a few months, it should be stored in a dry  
location that is not subject to drastic changes  
in temperature. Before storing, the following  
maintenance procedures should be per-  
formed.  
a. Clean the mower. The entire tractor and  
cutting deck should be washed and  
cleaned.  
b. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will  
be ready to use when needed.  
c. Protect the metal surfaces. Repair  
scratches with the appropriate touch-up  
spray paint. Brush a rust preventive oil on  
any unpainted surfaces including the pul-  
leys and blades. (Be careful not to get any  
oil on the drive belts.)  
d. Lubricate the mower.  
e. Drain the engine oil. The engine should be  
warm so that all the oil drains. Replace the  
engine oil filter and refill the crankcase with  
fresh oil.  
f. Gasoline Engine: Drain all the fuel. Close  
the fuel tank shutoff valve. Disconnect the  
fuel line from the carburetor and put the  
end into an approved fuel container. Open  
the fuel tank shutoff valve and drain the  
fuel tank and line into the approved con-  
tainer. Replace the fuel line on the carbure-  
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6. Lubricate all grease fittings. Follow the  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE  
Lubrication Chart.  
A. Daily Checks  
D. Every 100 Hour Checks  
1. Change the engine oil filter. (Every 50 hours  
under heavy duty operation.)  
1. Before starting engine:  
a. Check the fuel level by viewing in the tank.  
b. Check the engine oil level.**  
c. Check the hydraulic transaxels for leaks.  
d. Check the tires and tire pressure.  
Drive Tires: 8-10 psi.  
2. Check the engine spark plugs.  
3. Check the air gap on the blade brake clutch  
(PTO Clutch) and if it exceeds 0.025” adjust to  
0.012” - 0.015”.  
Front Caster Wheels: 20-25 psi.  
e. Check the spindle belt, the mower drive  
belt and the hydro drive belt.  
f. Check the blades. Make sure they are  
sharp and that the blade securing cap  
screws are tight.  
E. Every 300 Hour Checks  
1. Change the hydrostatic fluid in the transaxles.  
2. Change the filter in the transaxles.  
* Perform maintenance more frequently under dusty  
conditions.  
g. Check the cutting height.  
2. When ready to start the engine:  
a. Check the seven safety switches for proper  
operation.  
**Reference Engine Owner’s Manual  
3. After mowing:  
a. Clean the mower.  
b. Clean the engine air screen.  
c. lubricate the wear points. Follow the Lubri-  
cation Chart.  
d. After the first five hours, change the engine  
oil and engine oil filter.  
B. Every 25 Hour Checks  
1. Service the engine foam element air cleaner.*  
2. Grease the three spindle bearings.  
3. Check fluid level in the transaxle expansion  
tank. The level should be maintained  
between 1/2” and 1” when “cold”.  
C. Every 50 Hour Checks  
1. Change the engine oil. (Every 25 hours under  
heavy duty operation.)  
2. Clean or replace the engine’s paper air  
cleaner element.*  
3. Check the battery’s electrolyte level, if  
equipped with fill caps.  
4. Clean the engine cooling fins and external  
surfaces.*  
5. Lubricate wear points. Follow the Oil Chart.  
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OIL CHART  
Apply a few drops of SAE 15W-40 engine oil, grease, or use a spray  
lubricant. Apply the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess.  
Start engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly.  
Number of Oil Points  
Description  
DAILY  
4
4
2
2
2
2
1
2
Deck Suspension Pivots  
Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin  
Height Adjustment Handle Pivots  
Height Adjustment Stop Pivots  
Deck Lift Linkage Pivots  
Transport Handle Pivots  
Transport Handle Pin  
Deck Frame Up-and-Down Pivots  
WEEKLY  
Seat Hinge  
1
2
2
2
2
Steering Lever Linkage Rod End Bearings  
Lever Return Assembly Rod End Bearings  
Pump Control Lever Pivots  
Grass Collection System Lid Hinges  
(If Mower is so equipped)  
LUBRICATION CHART  
Use a grease-gun filled with NO. 2 Multipurpose Grease  
No. of Grease Fittings  
Description  
EVERY 25 HOURS  
3
Blade Spindle Bearings  
WEEKLY  
2
2
4
2
2
Front Caster Wheels  
Front Caster Wheel Spindles  
Mowing Deck Pivots  
Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots  
Mower Deck Ball Wheels  
Engine oil: Rimula 15W40 recommended or 10W40 engine oil rated SJ or higher.  
Hydrostatic Fluid: Rimula 15W40 recommended. To fill the expansion tank to proper level, about 1”  
above the tank bottom where “cold”. If the filter and fluid are removed, a new filter should be used and the tran-  
saxle filled via the expansion tank with Rimula 15W40.  
Spindle Lubricant: 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 for low noise, has excellent corrosion protection, and has excellent bearing lubrication.  
General Purpose Lubricant: Use any NLGI grade 2 multi-purpose grease. Shell Albida EP2 is recom-  
mended. Shell Albida EP 2 is a red-colored multi-purpose grease designed for heavy-duty bearing applica-  
tions. It has high base oil viscosity for mechanical stability, has been formulated for high load, low-speed  
applications, and has excellent lubrication and corrosion protection.  
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B. Engine RPM Check and Adjustment  
Performance Adjustments  
Table 1  
Description  
High RPM Spec. Low RPM Spec.  
3400 +/-75 1550 +/-100  
A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment  
20, 22, 23 Kohler  
If mower tracks to one side with both lap bars in fully  
forward position:  
NOTE: RPM Specs. are for free running engines under no load.  
1. Verify that the lap bars are in the neutral posi-  
tion, the parking brake is on, and the PTO  
drive is disengaged.  
2. Start the mower and let it run at approximately  
half throttle for 3-5 minutes to bring the engine  
up to operating temperature.  
3. Locate the (optional) Hour Meter/Tachometer/  
Service Minder display on the right hand  
operator control panel if so equipped, or use a  
hand-held tachometer. (see Fig.1 on page 10  
of the manual) This display defaults to the  
tachometer mode when engine is running.  
4. Move the throttle lever to the high speed posi-  
tion and note the RPM reading on the display.  
5. Move the throttle lever back to the low speed  
position and again note the displayed RPM’s.  
6. Compare these noted RPM readings to the  
specifications in Table 1, for the engine that is  
on your mower.  
1. Check air pressure in all four tires:  
a. Pressure should be within specified ranges  
and balanced side-to-side.  
b. Rear tires 8-10 psi recommended (20 psi  
MAX.)  
c. Front tires 20-25 psi recommended (28 psi  
MAX.  
2. Verify that the mower does not creep when  
the engine is running, the lap bars are in the  
neutral position and the parking brake is  
released. (Refer to section E-3 on page 21 of  
this manual if this condition exists).  
3. Recheck the tracking after any adjustments  
based on the above.  
4. If uneven tracking persists, adjust as follows.  
(see Fig. 10)  
a. Unit tracks to the RIGHT, adjust Left lap  
bar stop bolt to make it longer.  
7. If the readings do not correspond to the  
ranges in the table, refer to the engine  
owner’s manual for the proper adjustment pro-  
cedures.  
8. If adjustments per the engine operator’s man-  
ual do not result in proper RPM readings, con-  
tact your service technician.  
9. Note: The throttle cable sheath may shrink or  
slip over time, changing the relationship  
between the throttle lever on the left hand  
operator control panel and the throttle arm on  
the engine. To readjust the throttle cable:  
a. Make sure the engine is off, place lap bars  
in the neutral position, set the parking  
brake, and disconnect and ground both of  
the spark plug wires.  
b. Unit tracks to the LEFT, adjust Right lap  
bar stop bolt to make it longer.  
5. Re-check the tracking and make any fine tun-  
ing adjustments to the lap bar stop bolts as  
required.  
Note:If stop bolt is adjusted too far, track-  
ing problem will change sides. Make the fine  
tuning adjustments by shortening the same  
bolt.  
b. Locate and loosen the cable clamp on the  
engine throttle plate.  
c. Place the operator’s throttle lever to the  
high speed position and then slide the  
cable through the clamp until the throttle  
arm is in the full throttle position. (ref.  
engine owner’s manual)  
d. Tighten the cable clamp.  
e. Move the operator’s throttle lever between  
high and low speed and verify that the  
engine throttle arm also moves through it’s  
full range of motion.  
Figure. 10  
Lap Bar Stop Bolt  
f. Repeat as required to obtain proper throt-  
tle adjustment.  
g. Verify proper throttle adjustment by check-  
ing RPM readings as outlined above.  
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c. Replace the bolts and nuts, and tighten to  
28-34 ft-lbs.  
C. Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings  
1. Matching the set heights of the ball rollers on  
the four corners of the mower deck to the  
desired cut height will prevent edge scalping  
and minimize any side-to-side variance in cut  
height.  
2. There are five height adjustment holes in the  
bracket that mount the ball rollers to the deck.  
a. Use the top set of holes for cut heights of 2  
inches or lower.  
1. If angular adjustments are also required,  
nuts can be tightened until snug at this  
point.  
d. The same adjustments should be made to  
both sides of the mower.  
5. To adjust the front-to-rear angle of the lap bars,  
a. Loosen the nuts on the lap bar mounting  
bolts, leaving the bottom one fairly snug.  
b. The top hole is slotted, allowing the lap bar  
to pivot on the bottom bolt.  
b. Use the middle set of holes for a 2-1/2 - 3-1/2  
inch cut height.  
c. Use the bottom set of holes for cut heights of  
4 inches.  
c. Move lap bar to the desired angle and  
tighten the nuts to 28-34 ft-lbs.  
Note:In the neutral position, the handles of  
the lap bars should be aligned with approxi-  
mately a one inch gap between the tips. Widen  
the gap by adding shim washers to the top  
mounting bolt between the lap bar and the  
mounting block.  
D. Deck Center Anti-Scalp Roller  
1. The front roller helps prevent the scalping of  
high spots and uneven terrain across the cen-  
ter section of the deck.  
2. The roller on the front of the deck is fixed at  
the factory and can not be adjusted.  
d. Check the results of any adjustments to  
the conditions described in section a,  
above. Repeat any adjustment procedures  
as required until all conditions are met.  
E. Lap Bar Adjustment  
1. Proper lap bar and seat adjustment will result  
in the following:  
a. In the neutral position with hands on the  
lap bars,  
1. Operator’s upper arms should be relaxed  
and approximately vertical.  
2. Operator’s forearms should be approxi-  
mately horizontal.  
b. In the full forward position,  
1. Operator’s back should stay in contact  
with the seat back.  
2. Lap bars should not contact operator’s  
legs.  
c. In the full reverse position,  
1. Lap bars should not contact the opera-  
tor’s legs or torso.  
2. Set the seat to the preferred operating position.  
a. Adjustment lever is located under the front  
edge of the seat.  
Figure. 11  
Lap Bar Mounting Bolt and Nuts  
b. The seat has five inches of front-to-rear  
adjustment available.  
3. Check factory settings of lap bars for the con-  
ditions listed above.  
Note:If lap bar adjustments are required,  
height adjustments should be made prior to  
angular adjustments.  
4. To adjust the height of the lap bars,  
a. Remove the nuts from the lap bar mounting  
bolts (see Fig. 11 ).  
b. Remove the bolts and lap bar and reposi-  
tion to the second set of holes in the mount-  
ing block.  
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F.Deck leveling Procedure  
Front  
of Unit  
Outer Jam Nuts  
Trailing Link  
1. Park the mower on a flat paved surface, engage  
the parking brake, shut off the engine, remove  
the key from the ignition switch, disconnect the  
spark plug wires and using the lift pedal, posi-  
tion the mowing deck into the 3" height of cut  
position. (The 3" height of cut position is recom-  
mended in order for one to see and obtain a  
measurement. Any height of cut position is  
acceptable as long as a proper measurement  
can be taken.)  
jam nut  
Left Side  
inner Jam Nuts  
2. Check the right and left front tire pressure.  
Adjust as necessary to 20-25 psi. Tire pressure  
can affect blade height by as much as a 1/4”.  
3. Check the right and left rear Drive tire pressure.  
Adjust as necessary to 8-10 psi.  
4. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip  
of the right blade. To obtain an accurate mea-  
sure, align blades in parallel with mower center-  
line, (i.e. front to back).  
5. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip  
of the left blade. Be sure to measure at the  
blade tip with the blades arranged in proper  
position.  
Right  
Side  
Adjustable Lift Link  
Figure. 12  
6. To level the deck (side to side), place the deck in  
the (3” suggested) cutting position. With a 3/4”  
wrench loosen the lower jam nut of the left side  
of the Lift Link. To adjust the side of the deck up  
or down turn the upper jam nut clockwise (to  
raise) or counter clockwise (to lower) a few  
turns.  
7. Measure the blade-to-ground height at the right  
rear blade tip. Again be sure to measure at the  
blade tip at the rear of the right blade when  
aligned along the mower centerline. The blade-  
to-ground height at the rear of the blade tip  
should be 1/8" to 1/4” (1/8” for 1-1/2” and 1/16”  
for 1”) higher than the front tip. This is referred to  
as blade pitch. The same height difference  
should be true for the left blade, measured front  
and back.  
8. To change the pitch (front to rear), loosen the  
lower nuts on the rear Lift Links. With a few  
turns, adjust clockwise (to raise) or counter  
clockwise (to lower) the upper nuts of the rear  
Lift Links. Once the deck is adjusted, retighten  
lower nuts.  
9. The final adjustment would be to set the Trailing  
Link by adjusting the jam nuts on the threaded  
link. Loosen the jam nuts and tighten the inner  
nut to achieve the correct length and belt ten-  
sion. (see Fig. 12).  
10. In many cases it will be necessary to adjust  
deck height using both eyebolt adjustments and  
pitch adjustment to achieve the correct blade-to-  
ground heights. If you remember that the front  
right blade tip adjustment is fixed and you level  
to that height, adjusting the decks will be simpli-  
fied.  
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WIRING DIAGRAM  
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SLOPE GAUGE  
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MAINTENANCE RECORD  
DATE  
WORK PERFORMED  
DATE  
WORK PERFORMED  
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CUB CADET COMMERCIAL  
ENFORCER ZERO-TURN COMMERCIAL RIDING MOWER  
IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner may be required  
present proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the  
servicing dealer. Please see the operator’s manual for information on  
required maintenance and service intervals. In addition, Cub Cadet  
may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter, or any part thereof, is  
altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with.  
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases:  
a.  
Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade  
sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,  
deck adjustments, control linkages, drive system, engines,  
and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or  
exposure.  
b.  
Service completed by someone other than an authorized  
service dealer.  
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with  
respect to new merchandise used for commercial and related purposes c.  
purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and  
possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new  
merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and  
For products sold or exported outside of the United States  
and/or Canada, and their respective possessions and  
territories, except those sold through Cub Cadet’s authorized  
channels of export distribution.  
possessions (either entity respectively, “Cub Cadet”).  
d.  
Damage or failure resulting from the use of defective or  
improper peplacement parts and\or accessories other than  
genuine Cub Cadet parts.  
Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding its No-Fault Components,  
and Batteries as described below) against defects in material and  
workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of original  
retail purchase or lease and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of  
charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.  
e.  
f.  
Transportation charges and service calls.  
Failure to operate and maintain the product in accordance with  
the Operator’s Manual furnished with the product,  
Damages and failures resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect,  
accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft,  
fire, water, or damage because of other peril or natural  
disaster.  
g.  
Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty against defects in  
material and workmanship, with 100% replacement during the first  
three months. After three months, the battery replacement credit is  
based on the months remaining in the twelve (12) month period dating  
back to the original date of original sale or lease. Any replacement  
battery will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty  
period.  
There are no implied warranties, including without limitation any  
implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular  
purpose. No warranties shall apply after the applicable period of  
express written warranty above. No other express warranties  
beyond those mentioned above, given by any person or entity,  
including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall  
bind Cub Cadet. The exclusive remedy is repair or replacement  
of the product as set forth above. The terms of this warranty  
provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale  
and/or lease of the products covered hereby. Cub Cadet shall not  
be liable for any incidental or consequential loss or damage  
including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or  
replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to  
temporarily replace a warranted product.  
No-Fault Components include only belts, tires, seats and grass bags  
which are warranted to be free from defects in material and  
workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of original  
purchase or lease.  
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH  
PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTAINCE  
RECORDS, through your local authorized service dealer. To locate the  
dealer in your area;  
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental  
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied  
warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to  
you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may  
also have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions.  
In the U.S.A.:  
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC at P.O. Box  
361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-877-282- 8684, or log  
In Canada:  
For all provinces excluding Quebec contact Modern Power Products  
d/o MTD Canada Ltd. At 60 Ottawa Street South, Kitchener, Ontario  
N2G 3S7 or call 1-800-567-6775 or log on to our website at  
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of  
the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features  
of the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and  
liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to  
others and their property arising out of improper use, misuse or  
inability to use the product. This limited warranty shall not extend to  
anyone other than the original purchaser/Leasee or to the person for  
whom it was purchased or leased as a gift.  
In Quebec contact Les Distributions RVI Ltee. d/o MTD Canada Ltd.  
2955 jean-Baptiste Deschamps, Ville Lachine, Quebec H8T 1C5 or  
Cub Cadet LLC - P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019; Phone 1-877-282-8684  
Form No. 02004994 Rev. 08-0 11/21/2007  
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