GT 2544SERIES 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 2544 tractor. Adjustment information for the44 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 AND DECK PREPARATION1. ATTACHING THE CHUTE DEFLECTORWARNINGDo not operate the mower deck without the chutedefelector installed and in its dow
302. Rotate the socket assembly as follows to removefrom the reflector housing:• Left headlight — appoximately 1/4 turn counter-clockwise.• Right head
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 DECKThis section contains adjustment, removal, installation,and maintenance information for the 44-inch mowerdeck. Instructions for
347. Side-to-side leveling is obtained utilizing theadjustment ferrule and right hand lift link rod (SeeFigure 29).Figure 29 8. Loosen the upper jam
35NOTEThe front lift rod must be against the front ofboth slots in the deck front roller bracket. If oneside of the rod is not against the front of th
36CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The mower can be set in multiple positions. NOTE: Ifmultiple settings are used while mowing, it may benecessary to adjust
374. Open the tractor hood and remove the forward endof the PTO belt from the PTO clutch pulley on thefront of the engine (See Figure 36).Figure 36 5
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
393. Make sure the slot in both rear deck bracketsaligns with the implement lift link on each side ofthe tractor (See Figure 43).Figure 43 4. Refer t
4WARNING• The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals knownto the State of California to ca
406. If not already done, pull the deck support pinsoutward, turn downward and relesase so bothspring-loaded pins are held in the disengagedposition a
4110. Pass the PTO belt upward inside the front of thetractor frame and install the forward end of the beltonto the PTO clutch pulley on the front of
42C. MAINTENANCECLEANING THE MOWER DECK Use the Deck Wash System as follows:WARNING: When using the deck washsystem, never engage the deck from anypos
43After replacing the blades, apply grease the exposedthreads at the bottom of the spindle bolts to preventrust buildup.When replacing the blades, be
44D. INSTALLATION OF MULCHING PLUGWARNINGBefore installing the mulching plug, place thePTO switch in the “OFF” position, engage thebrake pedal lock, t
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
57GT 25442-1/8 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
66. To avoid back-over accidents, always disengagethe cutting blades before shifting in reverse. The"Reverse Caution Mode" should not be use
MODEL GT2544 SERIES 2500 20 HP KOHLEREngine Oil Requirements approx. . . 4 pints Part No.Cub Cadet engine oilAmbient temperature viscosity (Grade SG,
7SAFETY GRAPHIC – LOCATED ON LEFT SIDE OF MOWER DECKGENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWARNING – LOCATED ON RIGHT SIDE OF RUNNING BOARDWARNING!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
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