Cub-cadet 3185 User Manual

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYWarning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on orn

10Ignition / Light SwitchTo prevent accidental starting and/orbattery discharge, remove the keyfrom the ignition switch when thetractor is not in use.

11The throttle lever is located to the leftof the steering wheel in the throttle/choke lever pod. This lever controlsthe speed of the engine. Push the

12SECTION 7: OPERATIONSafety Interlock SwitchesThis tractor is equipped with a safetyinterlock system for the protection ofthe operator. If the interl

13• Place the PTO switch in the “OFF”position. Move the throttle controllever to the “MID” position. Thenturn the ignition key to the “OFF”position. •

14Before operating the tractor on anyslope, walk the slope to look forpossible hazards such as rocks.mounds, ruts, stumps or other surfaceirregulariti

15WARNING: To avoid possi-ble injury, do not allow anyonein the area opposite the dis-charge chute while mowing.Although the area has beensupposedly

16Steering Wheel Tilt AdjustmentWARNING: Do not adjustthe steering wheel when thetractor is moving. Adjustingthe steering wheel while thetractor is m

17• With the brake pedal disengaged,insert an .030” feeler gauge betweenthe inner brake pad and the rotor. Ifthe .030” gauge does not fit, thebrakes a

18SECTION 10: LUBRICATION ILLUSTRATIONCub Cadet 251H EP Greaseor equivalent No. 2 lithium greaseEngine Oil: See Figure 24 on page 28Transmission Oil-S

19Accessing Engine CompartmentThe engine compartment can beaccessed by lifting the hood upwardfrom the recessed notches of the sidepanels and tipping

2SECTION 1: TABLE OF CONTENTSPAGEIMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2SAFETY LABELS FOUND ON YOUR UNIT . .

20Battery RemovalThe battery is located under the dashpanel in the frame pedestal.To remove the battery:• Open the tractor hood by lifting it atthe no

21• Lift the hood to expose the backside of the headlight assembly.• Pull both locking tabs away fromlight bulb and pull wire harnessaway. See Figure

22Check the oil level of the transmissioncase before each use to see that it isfilled to the correct level. Beforechecking the transmission oil level,

23NOTE: Do not reuse the transmissionoil. Contaminated transmission oil candamage the hydro transmission.Please dispose of used oilat appropriate recy

24Figure 20 FuseFuses are installed to protect thetractor’s electrical system fromdamage caused by excessiveamperage.Always use the same capacity fus

25SECTION 11: ENGINE INFORMATIONBRIGGS & STRATTON CORP., FEDERAL (U.S. EPA) AND CALIFORNIAEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY(Owner’s Defect Warrant

26(e) Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems - Vacuum, temperature, position, time sensitive valves and switches- Connectors and assemblies2. L

27Before checking the oil level, clean thearea around the oil level dipstick toprevent debris from entering thecrankcase. See Figure 23. Alwayskeep th

28See (Figure 24), VISCOSITY CHART,below for the proper type of oil.Figure 24 The oil filter is located behind the leftside panel and is mounted on t

29To remove the spark plugs, alwaysuse a spark plug wrench. Check thegap after every 100 hours of operation.Replace a defective plug with a newplug. S

3• Clear the area of objects such asrocks, toys, wire, etc., which couldbe picked up and thrown by theblade. A small object may havebeen overlooked an

30• Remove the foam precleaner bysliding it up off the paper element.• Lift out the paper air filter element.• Do not wash the paper element oruse pre

31SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTINGPossible Cause Possible RemedyHard To StartNo fuel in fuel tank or carburetor Fill the tank with fuel. Check the fuel li

32SECTION 13: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTWhen you purchased your tractor, you probably had it completely equipped foryour particular needs at that time. Howeve

33SECTION 14: SPECIFICATIONSEngineManufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Briggs & StrattonHorsepower .

34SECTION 15: QUICK REFERENCE PARTSDescription Part NumberEngine Oil 737-3029 (SAE 30)737-3030A (10W30)737-3049 (5W30)Air Filter BS-394018BS-272490E

35SECTION 16: SLOPE GAUGEWARNING: Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A rid

LIMITED WARRANTYTWO-YEAR RESIDENTIALONE-YEAR COMMERCIALProper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibility.Follow the instruc

42. SLOPE OPERATIONSlopes are a major factor related toloss of control and tip-over accidentswhich can result in severe injury ordeath. All slopes re

5• Remove key when machine isunattended to prevent unauthorizedoperation.4. SERVICE• Use extreme care in handlinggasoline and other fuels. They areex

6• Use proper containers whendraining fluids. Do not use food orbeverage containers that maymislead someone into drinking fromthem. Properly dispose o

7SECTION 5: SAFETY LABELS FOUND ON YOUR UNITFigure 2 IGNITIONSTOPSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS1. BE FAMILIAR WITH CONTROLS BEFORE STARTING ENGINE AND OPERATI

8SECTION 6: CONTROLSFigure 3 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQParking Brake LeverPTO SwitchBrake PedalReverse PedalForward PedalIgnition/Light SwitchCenter Lift Heig

9NOTE: References to LEFT andRIGHT indicate that side of the tractorwhen facing forward while seated inthe drivers seat. Reference to FRONTindicates