Cub Cadet 5252 Operator's Manual

CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 [www.cubcadet.com]IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYWarning: This unit

10NOTE: References to LEFT and RIGHT indicatethat side of the tractor when facing forward whileseated in the drivers seat. Reference to FRONTindicat

11G. Forward PedalFigure 6 The forward control pedal is located on the rightrunning board below the brake pedal. Slowly pressdown on the pedal to st

12S. Differential Lock PedalFigure 8 Located at the front of the left running board, thedifferential lock pedal engages the transmissiondifferential

13X. Instrument PanelFigure 12 1. Fuel GaugeThe fuel gauge monitors the fuel level in the fueltank. The needle pointing to the right indicates a ful

14SECTION 2: OPERATIONROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)This tractor is equipped with a foldable RolloverProtection Structure (ROPS) and seat belts

15SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMThis tractor is equipped with a safety interlock sys-tem for the protection of the operator. If the interlocksystem should e

16• Move the throttle handle to midway betweenthe “SLOW” and “FAST” position. Refer toFigure 15.Figure 15 • Either fully depress and hold the brake

17DRIVING THE TRACTORWARNING: Avoid sudden starts, exces-sive speed and sudden stops.WARNING: Do not leave the seat of thetractor without disengaging

18USING THE HI/LO RANGE SHIFT LEVERWARNING: The tractor must bestopped before engaging or disengag-ing the transmission Hi/Lo range shiftlever. Shift

19• Fully depress and hold the differential lockpedal to engage the transmission differentiallock. Release the pedal to disengage thedifferential loc

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20USING THE PTO REVERSE OVERRIDE SWITCHThe PTO reverse override switch, located on theleft fender, allows the PTO to operate while thetractor is trav

21REMOVING THE REAR PTO COVERThe rear PTO cover is a safety feature designed toprevent items from accidentally being caught by therotating shaft. The

22TRACTOR WEIGHTINGWhen implements are installed on either the front orrear of the tractor, the normal balance of the tractoris altered. • As a rear

23SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTSADJUSTING THE SEATFor the comfort of the operator, a single leveradjustable seat is provided to set the fore to aftposition o

24• The length of the upper hitch link is normallydetermined by the design of each implement.To adjust the upper hitch link, loosen the lock-ing leve

25ADJUSTING THE BRAKESThe tractor brakes are adjusted at the factory andshould experience minimal wear if the tractor isoperated normally. However, a

26SECTION 4: TRACTOR MAINTENANCEThe service life and reliability of any machinedepends upon the care it is given. Proper lubrica-tion and maintenance

27LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART (ILLUSTRATION)123445546789910111212141313151716

28LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART† More often when operating under dusty conditions.Ref.No.Operation tobe PerformedService IntervalsBeforeeach useE

29ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENTWARNING: If the tractor has beenrecently operated, engine surfaces(including the radiator) will be HOT.Allow the en

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30BATTERY REMOVALWARNING: Battery posts, terminalsand related accessories contain leadand lead compounds. Wash handsafter handling.The battery is loc

31HEAD LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENTThe tractor is equipped with headlights. If one of thebulbs should burn out, replace the bulb as follows:• Fully raise t

32Main FuseThe main fuse in the tractor wire harness protectsthe tractor’s entire electrical system. A blown mainfuse will prevent battery current fr

33Figure 42 • Note the position of the two harness leads, thendisconnect the leads and replace the faultyrelay with a new relay. Secure the relay to

34• Through the access hole in the rear fender,clean the area around the hydro transmissionoil filter to prevent debris from entering thehydraulic sy

35• Following the instructions previously providedin CHECKING TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULICSYSTEM OIL LEVEL, refill the transmissionwith the clean salvaged

36WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUEThe front wheel bolts and rear lug nuts should beretorqued after the first ten hours of operation andevery 100 hours thereafter

37TRACTOR STORAGEIf your tractor is not going to be operated for anextended period of time (thirty days to approxi-mately six months), the tractor sh

38SECTION 5: ENGINE INFORMATION AND MAINTENANCEKOHLER CO.FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSLIMITED WARRANTYSMALL OFF-ROAD EQUIPMENT ENGI

39ENGINE MAINTENANCEWARNING: Use care when servicingany component in the engine area. Ifthe engine has recently been operated,components will be hot

4IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IFNOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL S

40• Place the tractor on a level surface and engagethe parking brake. Stop the tractor engine andremove the ignition key.• Clean the area around the

41• Start the engine and run for about 3 minutes.Stop the engine and check for leaks at the oilfilter and drain valve.• Recheck the oil level and, if

42SERVICING THE PAPER ELEMENTReplace the paper air cleaner element after every100 hours of operation. Replace the element moreoften if operating the

43SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONSEngineManufacturer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

44SPECIFICATIONS Hydraulic Lift SystemType . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

45SECTION 7: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIESWhen purchasing your tractor, you probably had it equipped for your particular needs at that time.You

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Proper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibility. Follow the instructions in your owner’smanual for correct lubricants and

5• Disengage all attachment clutches, thoroughlydepress the brake pedal and shift into neutralbefore attempting to start the engine.• Your mower is d

63. CHILDREN• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is notalert to the presence of children. Children areoften attracted to the machine. Never

7• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be surethe equipment is in safe working condition.• Never tamper with safety devices. Check theirproper o

8SAFETY LABELSINSTRUCTION / WARNING LABELON LEFT RUNNING BOARDAVO ID SERIOUSINJURY OR DEATHREAD OPERATOR'SWARNINGGO UP AND DOWN SLOPES,NOT ACRO

9N.M.L.K.J.SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURESFigure 1 BCDEFGHJKLOPAA.B.C.D.E.F.H.Steering WheelPTO SwitchThrottle HandleIgnition SwitchBrake PedalReve