Cub-cadet GT-2550 User Manual

GT 2550SERIES 2500OPERATOR’S MANUALIMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYCUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

10A. INDICATOR PANEL/HOUR METERThe hour meter/indicator uses indicator lights to dis-play the status of various functions of the tractor andalso reco

11• START — Energizes the starter motor to crankand start the tractor engine. Release the key assoon as the engine starts and the key will returnto “N

12M. LIFT HEIGHT INDICATORThe lift height indicator is located in the left fender andindicates the height of the deck attachment when in-stalled.N. SE

13HOOD AND SIDE PANELSThe tractor hood is arranged to swing up and forwardfor easy access to the engine compartment (See Fig-ure 8). Whenever engine m

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

15STARTING THE ENGINEWARNINGFor personal safety, the operator must be sittingin the tractor seat when starting the engine.Never try to start the engin

16DRIVING THE TRACTORCAUTIONAvoid sudden starts, excessive speed andsudden stops.WARNINGDo not leave the seat of the tractor withoutdisengaging the PT

17Back the tractor with implement up the steepest portionof each slope you intend to work. If the tractor cannotnegotiate the slope in reverse, the sl

18USING THE “REVERSE CAUTION MODE” KEYPOSITIONThe “REVERSE CAUTION MODE” position of the keyswitch module allows the machine to be operated in re-vers

19SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTSThis section contains adjustment information for theModel GT 2550 tractor. Adjustment information for the50 inch deck is loc

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

20WHEEL ALIGNMENTThe front wheels should toe-in approximately 1/8 to1/4 inch, as measured across dimensions A and Bshown in Figure 13.Figure 13 FRON

212. Pivot the ends of the axle up and down to check forbinding. If the axle is binding, loosen the lock nuts(See Figure 15) until binding is eliminat

22Figure 16 Adjusting the Control RodAfter completing the previous steps (1 thru 4) forchecking neutral setting, refer to Figure 16 and adjustthe con

23CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTSWARNINGWhen making adjustments to the carburetorwhile the engine is running, disengage the PTOclutch and engage the brake ped

24SECTION IV. MAINTENANCEENGINE MAINTENANCEMaintenance, repair, or replacement of the emissioncontrol devices and systems, which are being done atthe

25ADDING OILCAUTIONNever overfill the engine crankcase. The enginemay overheat and/or damage may result if thecrankcase is below the “LOW” mark or ove

26While 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

27CHECKING TRANSMISSION OIL LEVELNOTECheck the oil level only while the engine isstopped and the tractor is level.Check the oil level of the transmiss

28CAUTIONIf the transmission oil is to be re-used, cover thecontainer holding the drained oil to preventcontamination. Contaminated transmission oilca

293. Remove the wing nut and element cover plate,then lift out the paper air filter element.4. Do not wash the paper element or use pressurizedair, as

3TRACTOR PREPARATIONAfter removing the top of the shipping crate, cut the tiestrap securing the mower deck to the side panel of thecrate. Using a hois

30Replace headlight bulbs as follows: (See Figure 25)1. Unplug the wire harness leads from the headlightsocket terminals. Note which wire connects to

31STORAGE OF THE BATTERY1. When storing the tractor for extended periods,disconnect the negative battery cable. It is notnecessary to remove the batte

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

345. Release the tractor quick-attach rod to capturethe front lift rod/bracket assembly in the tractorlatch receivers (See Figure 30).Figure 30 6. Wh

35WARNINGThe deck idler arm lever is spring loaded.Release it slowly.10. Disengage the deck idler arm lever from its stopbracket and release the sprin

3615. While holding the belt in position, rotate the deckidler arm lever into its stop bracket to tension thePTO belt (Refer to Figure 38). Make certa

37WARNINGIf the engine has been recently operated, theexhaust system, engine, and surrounding areaswill be hot. To avoid personal injury, allow thesea

389. From the front of the tractor, push downward andhold the tractor quick-attach rod. Pull the front liftrod/bracket assembly forward to release the

39B. DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENTSIn order to achieve even cutting, the mower deck mustbe properly leveled. This leveling procedure will resultin the left

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

409. Raise the lift handle to the highest position andrecheck the blade measurements described instep 5. If the blade measurements are not within1/16

41GAUGE WHEEL ADJUSTMENT WARNINGBefore making any adjustments, place the PTOswitch in the “OFF” position, engage the brakepedal lock, turn the ignitio

42CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The mower can be set in multiple positions. NOTE: Ifmultiple settings are used while mowing, it may benecessary to adjust

43• Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter andpush the adapter onto one of the deck washnozzles at either end of the mower deck. Releasethe l

44SPINDLE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT In order to replace the spindle drive belt, refer to Figure58 and Figure 59 and proceed as follows:1. Disengage the i

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

515. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossingroadways.16. Use extra care when loading or unloading themachine into a trailer or truck. This u

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— 15—

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 25502-1/8 gallons4 pints6 qts.0 to 6 mph0 to 3 mphKohler Command21 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

66. To avoid back-over accidents, always disengagethe cutting blades before shifting in reverse. The"Reverse Caution Mode" should not be use

MODEL GT2550 SERIES 2500 21 HP KOHLEREngine Oil Requirements approx. . . 4 pints Part No.Cub Cadet engine oilAmbient temperature viscosity (Grade SG,

7GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWARNING – LOCATED ON RIGHT SIDE OF RUNNING BOARDSAFETY GRAPHIC – LOCATED ON LEFT SIDE OF MOWER DECKWARNING!BE FAMILIAR WIT

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