Cub-cadet GT-2186-44 User Manual

GT 2186-44SERIES 2000OPERATOR’S MANUALIMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYCUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-001

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 10seco

17DRIVING ON SLOPESRefer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 55 to help deter-mine slopes where you may not operate safely.WARNINGDo not mow on inclines with a

18SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTSThis section contains adjustment information for theModel GT 2186 tractor. Adjustment information for the44-inch deck is loc

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 WARRANTYSMALL OFF-ROAD EQUIPMENT ENGINESThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EP

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

21Adjusting the Control RodAfter completing the previous steps (1 thru 4) forchecking neutral setting, adjust the control rod ( SeeFigure 15) as follo

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 PREPARATIONA. ATTACHING THE CHUTE DEFLECTORWARNINGDo not operate the mower deck without the chutedefelector installed and in its dow

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

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

34NOTECheck the tires for proper inflation beforemaking a leveling adjustment. To level the deck,the tractor and deck MUST be placed on a hard,level s

353. Initially adjust the front lift rod to allowapproximately 5/8 inch of thread to protrudebeyond both lock nuts of the front lift rod/bracketassemb

36washers. Remove the lock nuts, shoulderscrews, and bell washers fastening the frontball wheels to the deck gauge wheel brackets.c. Again place the t

373. While lowering the rear end of the lift assist rod,guide the lower spring hook into the pigtail hook atthe lower front of the fender (See Figure

38Figure 439. Pull the deck support pins outward, turn downwardand release so both spring-loaded pins are held inthe disengaged position against the o

39INSTALLATION OF DECKWARNINGBefore performing the mower deck installation,place the PTO switch in the “OFF” position,engage the brake pedal lock, tur

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

40Figure 515. While holding the front lift rod up, slide the mowerdeck forward until the rod aligns with both frontroller bracket slots. Lower the lif

419. From beneath the right rear fender, push the liftassist rod down and outward to release from theframe. Disengage the hook of the lift assist spri

4214. Twist the two sides of the PTO belt 1/4 turn inwardto engage the narrow sides of the belt into thegrooves of the two tractor front-lower pulleys

43maintained. If the cutting edge of a blade hasbeen sharpened to within 5/8 inch of the windwing radius (see Figure 63), it is recommendedthat new bl

446. Carefully slip the new belt under the movable flatidler pulley7. Route the new belt around the spindle pulleys, thefixed idler pulley, and the bo

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 0°F and Above 32°F or BelowEngine crankc

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

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57GT 21862-1/8 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

65. Never allow children under 14 years old tooperate the machine. Children 14 years and overshould only operate the machine under closeparental super

MODEL GT2186 SERIES 2000 20 HP KOHLEREngine Oil Requirements approx. . . 4 pints Part No.Cub Cadet engine oilAmbient temperature viscosity (Grade SG,

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

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