Cub-cadet 2176 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUALIMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYCUB CADET P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9723 [www.cubcadet.com]PRIN

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 10 sec

17DRIVING ON SLOPESRefer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 57 to helpdetermine slopes where you may not operate safely.WARNINGDo not mow on inclines with a s

18SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTSThis section contains adjustment information for theModel 2176 tractor. Adjustment information for the 42-inch deck is locat

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 WARRANTYUTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINESThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

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

21123456789105CONTROLCAMAdjusting the Control RodAfter completing the previous steps (1 thru 4) forchecking neutral setting, adjust the control rod (

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 PREPARATION1. ATTACHING THE CHUTE DEFLECTORFor shipping purposes, the mulching plug has been in-stalled in the mower deck. The mulch

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

32TIRESKeep the pneumatic tires properly inflated. Over-inflation will cause operator discomfort. Under-inflationwill cause short tire life. Improperl

33SECTION V. MOWER DECKThis section contains adjustment, removal, installation,and maintenance information for the 42-inch mowerdeck. Instructions for

34Figure 297. Lower the deck onto the hard, level surface.8. Side-to-side leveling is obtained utilizing theadjustment ferrule and right hand hanger b

353. Initially adjust the front lift rod to allow 5/8 inch ofthread to protrude beyond both lock nuts of thefront lift rod/bracket assembly (Refer to

36NOTEGauge wheels are intended to prevent scalpingof the lawn, and are not meant to be used to setthe cutting height. Do not run the deck on theguage

37B. REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OFDECK ASSEMBLYREMOVAL OF DECK WARNINGBefore removing the mower deck, place thePTO switch in the “OFF” position, engage

38WARNINGThe exhaust system is HOT. To avoid personalinjury, allow the engine and exhaust system tocool before proceeding with the following PTObelt r

39Figure 43CAUTIONTo avoid possible equipment damage, makesure that the tractor implement lift handle israised to its highest setting before sliding t

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

403. Make sure the slot in both rear deck bracketsaligns with the implement lift links on each side ofthe tractor (Refer to Figure 46).Figure 464. Ref

41Figure 507. Carefully guide the tractor implement lift links (leftand right) into the rear deck bracket slots (left andright) as the tractor impleme

42Figure 5311. Twist the PTO belt 1/4 turn to engage the narrowsides of the belt into the grooves of the two tractorfront-lower pulleys (Refer to Figu

43WARNINGWhen servicing the mower deck, be careful notto cut yourself on the sharpened blades.Clean the underside of the mower deck at the end ofthe m

44SPINDLE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT In order to replace the spindle drive belt, refer toFigures 58 and 59 and proceed as follows:1. Remove the hardware

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 GUIDE101030101030101010010LEFT SIDEBOTH SIDESBOTH SIDESCHECK OILLEVEL BEFOREEACH USECHECK OIL LEVELBEFORE EACH USE10501005050— 5— 10— 9—

5521762-1/8 gallons4 pints6 qts.0 to 5.5 mph0 to 3 mphKohler Command17 HP23.03 in.2.64 in.38.11200 RPM3600 RPM ± 75Battery.030 in.12 volt neg. ground7

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57SLOPE 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

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

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 2176 SERIES 2000 17 HP KOHLEREngine Oil Requirements approx. . . 4 pints Part No.Cub Cadet engine oilAmbient temperature viscosity (Grade SG or

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

8Hood Model Factory Model No. Mfg. DateDelivery Date Engine Model. No. Engine Serial No.TO THE OWNERCub Cadet tractor Model 2176 is equipped with a 4

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