Cub Cadet 7252 Manuale dell'Operatore

CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 [www.cubcadet.com]IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYWarning: This unit

10SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURESFLOORBOARD AND DASH PANEL MOUNTED CONTROLSFigure 1 BCDEFGHJKLMNAABCDEFGHJKLMNSteering WheelPTO SwitchThrottle Hand

11NOTE: References to LEFT and RIGHT indicatethat side of the tractor when facing forward whileseated in the drivers seat. Reference to FRONTindicate

12H. Differential Lock PedalFigure 6 Located at the rear of the left floor board, thedifferential lock pedal engages the transmissiondifferential lo

13N. Instrument PanelFigure 11 1. Fuel GaugeThe fuel gauge, located on the left side of theinstrument panel, monitors the fuel level in the fueltank

14FENDER MOUNTED CONRTOLS AND FEATURESFigure 12 ABNDEFGHKJHJKLGCMA. Fuel Fill CapThe fuel fill cap is located on the left fender besidethe operator’

15E. Transmission Hi/Lo Range Shift LeverThe Hi/Lo range shift lever is located on the rightfender. The lever has two speed range settings anda neutr

16SECTION 2: OPERATIONROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)This tractor is equipped with a foldable RolloverProtection Structure (ROPS) and seat belts

17SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMThis tractor is equipped with a safety interlocksystem for the protection of the operator. If theinterlock system should eve

18• Move the throttle handle to midway betweenthe “SLOW” and “FAST” position. Refer toFigure 15.• Make sure the PTO switch is in the “OFF”position.

19DRIVING THE TRACTORWARNING: Avoid sudden starts, exces-sive speed and sudden stops.WARNING: Do not leave the seat of thetractor without disengaging

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20Figure 16 • To move in reverse, check that the area behindis clear then slowly depress the rear of theforward/reverse pedal.• When traveling short

21• Fully depress and hold the differential lockpedal to engage the transmission differentiallock. Release the pedal to disengage thedifferential loc

22• Shift the PTO lever to the middle position toselect both the mid PTO and rear PTO. Themid PTO and rear PTO will run simultaneouslywhen the PTO sw

23USING THE TOP LINK RETAINER HOOKThe top link hook is provided to retain the the toplink of the three point hitch when not in use.To utilize the top

24USING THE AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC VALVE (IF EQUIPPED)Some tractors may be equipped with an auxiliaryhydraulic valve package. This package providestwo h

25TRACTOR WEIGHTINGWhen implements are installed on either the front orrear of the tractor, the normal balance of the tractoris altered. • As a rear

26SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTSADJUSTING THE SEATFor the comfort of the operator, a single leveradjustable seat is provided to set the fore to aftposition o

27• The length of the upper hitch link is normallydetermined by the design of each implement.To adjust the upper hitch link, loosen the lock-ing leve

28ADJUSTING THE BRAKESThe tractor brakes are adjusted at the factory andshould experience minimal wear if the tractor isoperated normally. However, a

29SECTION 4: TRACTOR MAINTENANCEThe service life and reliability of any machinedepends upon the care it is given. Proper lubrica-tion and maintenance

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30LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART (ILLUSTRATION)121812563420669877101011131514171620192119

31LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART† More often when operating under dusty conditions.Ref.No.Operation tobe PerformedService IntervalsBeforeeach useE

32ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENTWARNING: If the tractor has beenrecently operated, engine surfaces(including the radiator) will be HOT.Allow the en

33• If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with cleanwater, then neutralize with a solution ofammonia/water or baking soda/water.• Because batte

34BATTERY STORAGE• When storing the tractor for extended periods,disconnect the battery cables. Removing thebattery from the unit is recommended.• Al

35HAZARD BULB REPLACEMENTFlashing hazard lights are installed on each side ofthe ROPS. Replace the bulbs as follows:• Grasp the outer half of the lig

36SERVICING ELECTRICAL SYSTEMFuses are installed to protect the tractor’s electricalsystem from damage caused by excessive amper-age. Always use the

37Hazard Light Flasher RelayThe flasher relay controls the on/off flashing of thehazard lights. If the hazard lights do not functionproperly, the fla

38CHANGING TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OILChange the hydrostatic transmission/hydraulicsystem oil and filters after every 200 hours ofoperation. Th

39CHANGING HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL FILTERSNOTE: With the exception of the first oil filterchange after the 25 hour break-i

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40LUBRICATION OF DRIVE SHAFTLubricate both ends of the drive shaft after every 50hours of operation as follows:• The front end of the drive shaft can

41TRACTOR STORAGEIf your tractor is not going to be operated for anextended period of time (thirty days to approxi-mately six months), the tractor sh

42SECTION 5: ENGINE INFORMATION AND MAINTENANCEKAWASAKI LIMITED WARRANTYCALIFORNIA AND FEDERALEMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMSSMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINESThe Cali

433. LIMITED LIABILITY.(a) The liability of Kawasaki under this Emission Control Systems Warranty is limited solely to the remedyingof defects in ma

44ENGINE MAINTENANCEWARNING: Use care when servicingany component in the engine area. Ifthe engine has recently been operated,components will be hot

45ADDING ENGINE OILWARNING: Never overfill the enginecrankcase. The engine may overheatand/or damage may result if thecrankcase is below the “ADD” ma

46• Turn the valve drain cock fully clockwise toclose the valve, and clean any residual oil fromthe valve. Refer to Figure 52.• Apply a light coating

47INSPECTION OF COOLING SYSTEM HOSESCheck the cooling system hoses for any cracks ordeterioration every 200 hours of operation. Checkall hose connect

48SERVICING THE FOAM PRECLEANERWash the foam precleaner every 25 hours ofoperation. Wash more often when operating underextremely dusty conditions. R

49SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONSEngineManufacturer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IFNOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL S

50SPECIFICATIONS Hydraulic Lift SystemType . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

51SECTION 7: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIESWhen purchasing your tractor, you probably had it equipped for your particular needs at that time.You

Proper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibility. Follow the instructions in your owner’smanual for correct lubricants and

6• Maintain the weight balance of the tractor.Install front end weights to counterbalanceheavy implements attached to the three pointhitch. Do not op

7• To prevent injury, do not adjust, unclog, clean,or service PTO driven equipment while thetractor engine is running.• Make certain all PTO shields

8SAFETY LABELSSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS1.KNOW THE OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THEOPERATORS'S MANUAL AND ON THE TRACTOR.2.MOVE THROTTLE TO M

9SAFETY LABELS (Cont.)WARNINGBATTERIES CONTAIN ACID AND EXPLOSIVE GAS. EXPLOSION CAN RESULT FROM SPARKS, FLAM ES, OR W RONG CABLE CONNECTIONS. TO CO