Cub Cadet 8404 Operator's Manual

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Page 1 - Operator’s Manual

SERIES 8000CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 [www.cubcadet.com]Operator’s Manual PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 769-00707(03/03)C

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10SAFETY LABELS1. DD-T2325-505122. DD-T2325-507433. DD-T2325-507244. DD-T2241-507021234567

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11SAFETY LABELS (Cont.)5. DD-T4625-523616. DD-T4625-523517. DD-T4625-53191

Page 4 - 1. GENERAL OPERATION

12SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURESSWITCHES AND DASH MOUNTED CONTROLSFigure 1 A. Ignition SwitchNOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or batterydi

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13B. Light SwitchTurn the light switch one click clockwise to illuminatethe low beam headlights and the taillights.Turn the light switch one more cli

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14To set the parking brake proceed as follows:• Lock the right and left brake pedals togetherusing the brake lock. Refer to Brake Lock inFloorboard a

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15Figure 9 2. Hour meter (In Tachometer) - This meter showsthe number of hours the tractor has been oper-ated at rated engine RPM. The right-most di

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16FLOOR BOARD AND FENDER MOUNTED CONTROLSFigure 11 A. Clutch PedalWhen the clutch pedal is fully depressed, the tractor’sdrive clutch is disengaged.

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17C. Foot ThrottleThe foot throttle is interlocked with the hand throttle.Depressing the foot throttle increases the enginespeed. Full engine speed c

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18Differential Lock PedalLocated at the rear of the right floor board, the differ-ential lock is used to gain additional traction whenoperating the t

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19Seat Adjustment LeverThe seat adjustment lever is located beneath the leftside of the seat. This lever is used to adjust the seatforward or backwar

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2TABLE OF CONTENTSTO THE OWNER ...

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20SECTION 2: OPERATIONROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)This tractor is equipped with a foldable RolloverProtection Structure (ROPS) and seat belts

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21• Tighten the fuel cap securely, and immediatelywipe up any spilled fuel.• To minimize condensation, keep the fuel tank asfull as possible without

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22• Set the throttle lever in approximately the middleposition (40hp). See Figure 25.Figure 25 • Turn the ignition switch to the "ON/Preheat&qu

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23• Fully depress the clutch pedal and proceed asfollows:- Shift the Forward/Reverse Shift Lever to desired direction. See Figure 27.Figure 27 - Shi

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24• If leaving the tractor, turn the ignition key to theOFF position and remove the key.• If parking on an incline, chock the wheels toprevent accide

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25CHECK WHILE OPERATINGWhile operating the tractor, regularly check thegauges and warning lights on the instrument panel toensure the tractor is func

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26USING THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCKDepressing the differential lock pedal engages amechanism in the transmission that locks thedifferential. This prevents

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27Figure 32 • After determining a desired working positionusing one, or both, controls, the stop bolts can beused to ensure the levers are returned

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28USING THE THREE POINT HITCHWARNING: Always disengage the PTO,stop the engine, and set the parkingbrake before dismounting the tractor toconnect, di

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29USING REMOTE HYDRAULICSThe tractor is equipped with a remote hydraulicsystem for powering hydraulically driven implementsthat are approved for usag

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3RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATIONProduct identification plates are provided for major components of your tractor. The numbers on thesepl

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30SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTSADJUSTING THE SEATFor the comfort of the operator, a single leveradjustable seat is provided to set the fore to aftposition o

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31• Tighten the adjusting bolt as necessary toremove the play from the front axle, thenretighten the jam nut. • Lower the front of the tractor to the

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32ADJUSTING THE MICRO SWITCH HEIGHTThe PTO micro switch, located inside the right fenderadjacent the position control lever, is initially set sothat

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33• Raise and support the rear of the tractor.• Adjust the tread widths as shown by changingthe mounting relationship of the wheel disc to therim mou

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34SECTION 4: MAINTENANCEThe service life and reliability of any machinedepends upon the care it is given. Proper lubricationand maintenance is a vita

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35LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART† First 50 hoursNo.Operation tobe PerformedService IntervalsBeforeeach use 50 Hours 100 Hours150 Hours200 Hours250

Page 30 - SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS

36WARNING: Use care when servicing anycomponent in the engine area. If theengine has recently been operated,components will be hot and could causebur

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37• Use No. 2 diesel fuel. Use No. 1 diesel fuel if thetemperature is below 15° F (-10°C).• The fuel tank capacity is approximately 10.6 gal.Do not o

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38• Stop the engine before checking the fuel linehoses and clamps.• Check that the fuel line hose clamps are snuglysecuring the hoses to their respec

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39Changing Engine Oil and FilterThe engine oil and oil filter (located on the right/frontof the engine) should be changed after the first 50hours of

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

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40TRANSMISSION OIL AND OIL FILTERChecking the Transmission Oil LevelCheck the hydro transmission/hydraulic system oillevel before each use. Check the

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41• Move the drain pan beneath the filter, thenremove the filter by turning it counterclockwiseusing a filter wrench to loosen. See Figure 62.Figure

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42SERVICING THE AIR CLEANERCheck the air cleaner dust cup and element beforeeach use. Clean the dust out of the cup and blow offthe element weekly. R

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43SERVICING THE COOLING SYSTEMBefore each use, the engine coolant level in theoverflow reservoir should be checked to ensure it iswithin the operatin

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44Changing the CoolantThe anti freeze and water coolant solution should bechanged every year. The cooling system capacity isapproximately 2.4 gallons

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45• Steering cylinders (inner and outer - both sides).See Figure 71.• Top of front axle final drive (each side). SeeFigure 71.Figure 71 • Brake peda

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46SERVICING THE BATTERYGeneral Battery InformationWARNING: • Battery posts, terminals and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds. Wash ha

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47• Maintain the battery electrolyte level in each cell.Keep each cell filled to the bottom of the ring ineach vent hole. Fill with distilled water i

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48Figure 79 • If a fuse continually fails, have the electricalharnesses check by your Cub Cadet dealer or aqualified electrician. See Figure 79.Main

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49TRACTOR STORAGEIf the tractor will not be operated for two or threemonths or longer, perform the following measuresbefore storing.• Repair or repla

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5• Never operate the machine while under theinfluence of alcohol or drugs, or while fatigued.• When working in cooperation with others, letthem know

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50SECTION 5: TROUBLESHOOTINGENGINE TROUBLESHOOTINGWhen Engine is Difficult To StartCause CountermeasuresFuel is thick and doesn’t flow - Check the fu

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51When Output Is InsufficientWhen Color of Exhaust Is Especially BadSee your Cub Cadet dealer.Cause CountermeasuresCarbon build-up around orifice of

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52When Engine Suddenly Stops IMPORTANT: When the engine has suddenly stopped, allow the engine to decompress; then try to turn theengine over by ligh

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53BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTINGCondition of Battery Cause Countermeasures CauseStarter does not function - Key is not "ON".- Battery is over-used

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54SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONSModel 8404Maximum PTO Power 33.4 PSEngine GROSS Power 40.4 HPEngine Model 4A200Type Indirect injection, water cooled, 4-c

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55SPECIFICATIONSModel 8404PTO No. or Remote control valve ports2 (4 optional)PTO HP 33.4PTO shaft SAE 1-3/8 in., 6 splinesRevolutions Mid PTO 2000

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

Page 53 - BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING

6• Never try to get on or off a moving tractor.• Never park the tractor on a steep incline.• Do not run the engine in an enclosed buildingwithout ade

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7• Always slow the tractor down before turning.Turning at high speed may tip the tractor over.• To avoid upsets, drive the tractor with care andat a

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84. OPERATING THE PTO• Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and waituntil all moving components have completelystopped before dismounting the tractor

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9• Engine components become hot duringoperation and can cause a burn. Allow to cooldown before touching.• Before "jump starting" a dead bat

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