Cub Cadet Series 390 Operator's Manual

CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019Printed In USAOperatOr’s ManualSafe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance •

10 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-Up3. Rotate the seat into position and secure the seat into place with the previously removed shoulder screws and fl

11Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-UpInstalling the Dash Cap (If necessary)To install the dash cap (1), line up the tabs (2) on the dash cap (1) with th

12 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-UpAdjusting the SeatTo adjust the position of the seat, lift the seat adjustment lever up. Slide the seat forward or

13Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-UpSetting the Deck WheelsWARNING!: Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck.NOTE: The

Controls & Features414Fuel Tank CapThrottle/ChokeControl Lever or Throttle Control Lever (If so equipped)Brake PedalStorage TrayCup HolderSeat Adj

15Section 4 — controlS & FeatureSThrottle/Choke Control Lever (If so equipped)The throttle/choke control lever is located on the left side of the

16 Section 4— controlS & FeatureSPark Brake/Cruise Control LeverLocated in the center of the tractor’s dash panel below the steering wheel, the pa

Operation517WARNING! Avoid serious injury or death. Go up and down slopes, not across. Avoid sudden turns. Do not operate the tractor where it could s

18 Section 5— operationReverse Caution ModeThe REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the ignition module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse wit

19Section 5 — operationDriving On SlopesRefer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely.WARNING!

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20 Section 5— operationEngaging the PTO (Manual PTO tractors)Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) atta

Maintenance & Adjustments621Maintenance ScheduleBefore Each useAfter First 5 HoursEvery 10 HoursEvery 25 HoursEvery 50 HoursEvery 100 HoursPrior t

22 Section 6— Maintenance & adjuStMentSNOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features in

23Section 6 — Maintenance & adjuStMentSCleaning the TractorAny fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly. Do NOT allow debri

24 Section 6— Maintenance & adjuStMentSDeck WheelsThe wheels on the front of the deck are equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate with a No. 2 m

25Section 6 — Maintenance & adjuStMentS2. Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the out

Se rvice726BatteryCALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals know

27Section 7 — Service7. Working on the right side of the tractor, insert a ¹/-inch drive ratchet wrench, set to tighten, into square hole found on t

28 Section 7— Service2. Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer. See Figure 7-5.Fig

29Section 7 — Service46” DecksFigure 7-850” & 54” DecksFigure 7-9NOTE: Use a ¹/-inch drive ratchet wrench as instructed in earlier steps when rou

Important Safe Operation Practices23General Operation1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before atte

Troubleshooting830Problem Cause RemedyExcessive vibration 1. Cutting blade loose. 2. Damaged, unbalanced or bent cutting blade. 1. Tighten blade a

Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloa

Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloa

Attachments & Accessories1033Part No. Part19A30003100 Bagger, 42” & 46”19A30018100 Bagger, 50” & 54”19A70041100 Mulch Kit, 42”19B30005100

FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environme

063015 Rev. BWARRANTED PARTS: The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warra

IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer. Pl

4 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. 13. Stop

5Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSChildren1. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Childr

6 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS3. Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately (5) five sec

7Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSSafety SymbolsThis page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, un

8 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS(OK) (TOO STEEP)USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINEIF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION!To check t

Assembly & Set-Up39NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are app