Cub-cadet GT-2186-48 User Manual Page 1

GT 2186-48SERIES 2000OPERATOR’S MANUALIMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYCUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-001

10A. LOW OIL INDICATORThis indicator will illuminate when the engine oil level islow. If this indicator illuminates, stop the tractor imme-diately and

11I. BRAKE PEDALThe brake pedal is located at the front of the right run-ning board above the forward control pedal. Pressdown to stop the tractor and

12Q. SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHESThis tractor is equipped with a safety interlock systemfor the protection of the operator. If the interlock sys-tem sho

13Figure 8UPPER FRONTWING NUTRETAINER WITHTAPERED GUIDEREAR WING NUTGRILLEREAR TABON PANELSIDE PANELGROOVE INDASH PANELGRASPGRASP

14SECTION II. OPERATIONWARNINGRECEIVE INSTRUCTION - Read theoperator’s manual. Learn to operate thismachine SAFELY. Don’t risk INJURY orDEATH.1. Befor

15• The safety interlock system will automatical-ly shut off the engine if the operator leavesthe seat before engaging the brake pedallock.• The safet

165. Turn the ingnition key to the “START” position andhold until the engine starts; however, do not crankthe engine continuously for more than 10seco

17DRIVING ON SLOPESRefer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 55 to help deter-mine slopes where you may not operate safely.WARNINGDo not mow on inclines with a

18SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTSThis section contains adjustment information for theModel GT 2186 tractor. Adjustment information for the44-inch deck is loc

19WHEEL ALIGNMENTThe front wheels should toe-in approximately 1/8 to1/4 inch, as measured across dimensions A and Bshown in Figure 12.Figure 12. View

2KOHLER CO.FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSLIMITED WARRANTYSMALL OFF-ROAD EQUIPMENT ENGINESThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EP

202. Pivot the ends of the axle up and down to check forbinding. If the axle is binding, loosen the lock nuts(See Figure 14) until binding is eliminat

21Adjusting the Control RodAfter completing the previous steps (1 thru 4) forchecking neutral setting, adjust the control rod ( SeeFigure 15) as follo

22CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTSWARNINGWhen making adjustments to the carburetorwhile the engine is running, disengage the PTOclutch and engage the brake ped

23SECTION IV. MAINTENANCEENGINE MAINTENANCEMaintenance, repair, or replacement of the emissioncontrol devices and systems, which are being done atthe

24ADDING OILCAUTIONNever overfill the engine crankcase. The enginemay overheat and/or damage may result if thecrankcase is below the “LOW” mark or ove

25While the engine oil is warm, proceed as follows:NOTEA 12 inch length of flexible tubing is supplied inthe owner’s manual package and should beused

26CHECKING TRANSMISSION OIL LEVELNOTECheck the oil level only while the engine isstopped and the tractor is level.Check the oil level of the transmiss

272. Clean the area around the transmission drain plugto prevent debris from entering the transmissioncase. Remove the drain plug and allow thetransmi

28Figure 23. Air Cleaner Assembly2. Remove the foam precleaner by sliding it up off thepaper element (See Figure 23). 3. Wash the precleaner in warm w

29SPARK PLUGWARNINGTo avoid possible injury, be sure the engine isoff and has cooled before making anyadjustments or repairs.NOTERemove all dirt from

3TRACTOR AND DECK PREPARATIONAfter removing the top of the shipping crate, cut the tiestrap securing the mower deck to the side panel of thecrate. Usi

30FUSES Always use the same capacity fuse for replacement.Refer to SPECIFICATIONS. If the electrical systemdoes not function, check the fuses.To repla

31BATTERY REMOVAL OR INSTALLATIONWARNINGBattery posts, terminals and relatedaccessories contain lead and lead compounds.Wash Hands after handling.When

32CHARGING THE BATTERYTest and, if necessary, recharge the battery after thetractor has been stored for a period of time.• A voltmeter or load tester

33SECTION V. MOWER DECK A. INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF DECKINSTALLATION OF DECKWARNINGBefore installing the mower deck, place thePTO switch in the “OF

34NOTEIf installing the deck on a new tractor, cut thecable tie used to hold the front lift rod up duringshipment. Then proceed to step 8.6. Refer to

35NOTE: It may be necessary to lift each side of the deckand maneuver it slightly to align the support pins withthe holes of the lift links. Make cert

36Figure 3917. While holding the belt in position, rotate the deckidler arm lever into its stop bracket to tension thePTO belt (Refer to Figure 40). M

37B. REMOVAL OF DECK WARNINGBefore removing the mower deck, place thePTO switch in the “OFF” position, engage thebrake pedal lock, turn the ignition k

387. Lower the mower deck by moving the implementlift handle to its lowest setting. Disengage thedeck idler arm lever from its stop bracket andrelease

3911. Pull the deck support pins outward, turndownward and release so both spring-loadedpins are held in the disengaged position againstthe outer surf

4WARNING• The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals knownto the State of California to ca

40B. DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENTSThe 48" mower deck is equipped with ground followingfront castor wheels and is designed to run on its ownwheels. Ho

418. Loosen the upper jam nut on the hanger bracketand turn away from the adjustment ferrule. Turnthe lower lock nut upward (tighten) on the threadsof

428. Raise the deck to the highest position. Recheckthe blade measurements described in step 4. If theresultant measurements are not correct, repeatst

43C. MAINTENANCECLEANING AND BLADE CAREWARNINGBefore performing any maintenance, place thePTO switch in the “OFF” position, engage thebrake pedal loc

44Every 50 hours, or twice yearly, lubricate the doublepulley with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2multipurpose lithium grease. Do not over lubri

45SECTION VI. OFF-SEASON STORAGEIf the machine is to be inoperative for a period longerthan 30 days, the following procedures arerecommended:WARNINGNe

46SECTION VII. MOWINGMOWING WARNINGTo avoid possible injury, do not allow anyone inthe area opposite the discharge chute whilemowing. Although the are

47OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIESWhen you purchased your tractor, you probably had itcompletely equipped for your particular needs at thetime. Howe

48MAINTENANCE CHARTNOTEMaintenance information for optional equipment may be found in the manual which is included with thatspecific piece of equipmen

49TROUBLE SHOOTINGPossible Cause Possible RemedyHARD TO START No gasoline in fuel tank or carburetor ... Fill the tank with gasoline

513. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.14. Do not operate the machine while under theinfluence of alcohol or drugs.15. Watch for traffic w

50TROUBLE SHOOTINGPossible Cause Possible RemedyLACK OF POWERAir cleaner clogged ... Service the air cle

51LUBRICATION TABLEPoint ofLubricationCheckatHoursChangeatHoursCapacityAnticipated Air TemperatureAbove + 32°F Below + 32°FEngine crankcase Checkbefor

52LUBRICATION GUIDEThe service life and reliability of any machine depends upon the care it is given. Proper lubrication is a veryimportant part of th

53LUBRICATION GUIDE—Before Each UseNOTELubrication information for optional equipment may be found in the manual which is included with thespecific pi

54LUBRICATION GUIDE30101030101010010LEFT SIDEBOTH SIDESBOTH SIDESCHECK OILLEVEL BEFOREEACH USECHECK OIL LEVELBEFORE EACH USE1050100— 5— 10— 9— 3— 16—

55SLOPE GAUGE(Keep this sheet in a safe place for future reference.)15°SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREEA POWER POLEA CORNER OF A BUILDIN

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57GT 21862-1/8 gallons4 pints6 qts.0 to 6 mph0 to 3 mphKohler Command20 HP23.03 in.2.64 in.38.11200 RPM3600 RPM ± 75Battery.030 in.12 volt neg. ground

58CUB CADET CORPORATIONMANUFACTURER’S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY(COMMERCIAL USE)The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADETLLC (“CUB CAD

59CUB CADET CORPORATIONMANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY(RESIDENTIAL USE)The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADETCORPORATION (“CUB CAD

65. Never allow children under 14 years old tooperate the machine. Children 14 years and overshould only operate the machine under closeparental super

MODEL GT 2186 SERIES 2000 20 HP KOHLEREngine Oil Requirements approx. . . 4 pints Part No.Cub Cadet engine oilAmbient temperature viscosity (Grade SG

7PRODUCT GRAPHICSKeep product safety graphics (decals) clean. Replaceany safety graphic that is damaged, destroyed, miss-ing, painted over or can no l

8TO THE OWNERThis Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new tractor. The information contained in this manual has beenprepared in detail to h

9SECTION I. CONTROLS AND INDICATORSYour Cub Cadet Tractor has been safety engineered.This section gives a brief description of the functionand locatio