MTD 5234D manual

CUB CADET LLC P .O . BO X 361131 CLEVELAND , OHIO 44136-0019 [ www .cubcadet.com ] IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RU LES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAR EFULLY Warning : This unit is equippe d with an internal combu stion engine and should not be used on or near a ny unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covere d land unless the engine’s exha ust system[...]

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS TO THE OWNER ............ ................ ................ ................. ................... ................ ................ .. .. 2 CALLING SERVICE INFORMATION .. ................ ................... ................ ................ ................. 2 RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFO RMATION ....... .............[...]

3 www.cubcadet.com CUB CADET LLC P. O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OH 44136 DEALER LOCATOR PHONE NUMBER: 877-282-8684 Model Number Mfg. Date XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX RECOR DING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION Product identification plates are pr ovided for major comp onents of your tr actor. The numbers on thes e plates are important if you r tractor s[...]

4 IMPOR T ANT SAFE OPERA TION PRA CTICES W ARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W HICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN TH IS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN [...]

5 • Disengage all attachment clutches, thoroughly depress the brake pedal and shift into neutral before attempting to start the engine. • Your mower is designed to cut no rmal residential grass of a height no more than 10”. Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g. pa sture) or piles of dry leav es. Debris may build up on [...]

6 3. CHILDREN • Tragic accidents ca n occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of child ren. Children are often attracted to the mach ine. Never assume children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of an adult other than the operator. • To avoid back-over accidents, always [...]

7 • Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in sa fe w orking condition. • Never tamper with sa fety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, and thoroughly inspect th e mower for any damage. Repair the d amage before restarting and operating the mower. • [...]

8 DIE OUTLINE DOES NOT P RINT WEIGHT MAY NEED TO BE ADDED TO TH E TRACTOR. REFER TO TRACTOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR DETAILS . WHEN ADDING FRONT AND / OR REA R MOUNTED ATTACHMENTS, COUN TER SAFETY LABELS INSTRUCTION / WARNING LABEL ON LEFT RUNNING BOARD A VOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA TH READ OPERA TOR'S W ARNING GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.[...]

9 RPM x1000 0 4 FUEL EF HOURS 1/10 SECTION 1: CONTR OLS AND FEA TURES Figure 1 * Steering Wheel, Seat, and ROPS Transparent for Clarity O. N. M. L. K. A. B. C. D. E. F. J. Steering Wheel PTO Switc h Throttle Handle Ignition Switch Brake Pedal Reverse Peda l PTO Reverse Override Switch G. Forward Peda l R. S. T. U. V. W. Trans. 4WD Shift Lever Hydra[...]

10 NOTE: References to LEFT a nd RIGHT indicate that side of the tractor when facing forward while seated in the drivers seat. Reference to FRONT indicates the grille end of the tractor; to REAR, th e tow plate end. A. Steering Wheel The steering whee l is centered on the dash panel, and used to change the direction (left or right) of the tractor w[...]

11 H. Hand Holds Hand holds are built into both the left and right hand fender covers. The handles can be used to assist in mounting and dismounting the tractor. J. T ransmission 4WD Shift Lever The 4WD shift lever is located on the right fender. This lever is used to en gage the transmission drive that powers the fro nt transaxle. Push the lever f[...]

12 T . Differential Lock P e dal Figure 8 Located at the front of the left running board, th e differential lock pedal en gages the transmission differential lock. The differential lock is used to gain additional trac- tion when operating the tr actor on wet or loos e soil. When the pedal is depressed the r ear wheels of the tractor are prevented f[...]

13 X. Instrument P anel Figure 11 1. Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge m onitors the fuel level in the fuel tank. The needle pointing to the right indicates a full tank. The ignition switch mu st be in the ON position to activate the fuel ga uge. 2. T achometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolu- tions per minute (RPM). Optimal engine operatin[...]

14 SECTION 2: OPERA TION ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (R OPS) This tractor is equipped with a foldable Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) and seat belts. When used together they a re effective in reducing injuries to the operator in the even t of an accidental tractor rollover. The safety provided by the ROPS is minimized if the seat be lt is no[...]

15 lock is engaged. NOTE: The PTO switch must be moved t o the “OFF” posit ion to restart t he engine. • The safety interlock system will shut off the PTO if the reverse control pedal is depressed, unless the reve rse override func tion is activated. NOTE : If the reverse override function has been activated, it will remain activated until th[...]

16 • Turn the ignition key clockwise to the "RUN- PREHEAT" position, and observe the glow plug indicator light on t he instrument panel. Wait until the glow plug in dicator light turns off before crankin g the engine. NOTE: Preheating may not be necessary if the engine has been running and is warm . • Turn the ignition key to the “S[...]

17 STOPPING THE TRACTOR • Fully depress the brake ped al to bring the trac- tor to a complete stop. Push downward on the parking brake lever and release the pedal to engage the parking brake. Refe r to Figure 15. • Depress the rear o f the PTO switch to disengage the PTO. • Place the throttle contr ol lever in the “SLOW” position and allo[...]

18 DRIVING ON SLOPES W ARNING: Do not operate on inclines with a slope in exc ess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximate ly 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury. IMPORTANT: Always shift into LOW speed range before beginning to climb or descend a slop e. Shift into 4WD when descending a slope. Operate the trac[...]

19 USING THE HYDRAULIC LIFT LEVER The hydraulic lift system provides power for raising and positioning three point hitch a nd belly mounted equipment. To raise an attachment using the hydraulic lift system, the engine must be running. Generally, an attachment can be lowered with the engine running or off. • Move the lift lever forwar d in the slo[...]

20 Hazard Ligh ts Always use the flashing amber hazard lights along with the SMV (Slow Movin g Vehicle) emblem when operating the tractor on, or near, roadways. Also activate the hazard lights when ne cessary to warn others that the tractor is being operated in the area. • To turn on the flashing hazard lights, depre ss the top end of the haza rd[...]

21 USING THE HITCH PLATE Use only the hitch p late (Refer to Figure 23), for towing pull-behind e quipment (carts, tr ailers, etc.) or dragging loads. Raise the lower links of the three point hitch to their highest pos ition to prev ent interferen ce with the towed equipm ent. IMPORTANT: When transporting pull-behind equipment on public ro adways, [...]

22 SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE SEAT For the comfort of th e operator, a sin gle lever adjustable seat is pro vided to set the fore to aft position of the seat. Adjust the seat to the most comfortable position that allows you to operate all controls and pe dals. W ARNING: Do not adjust the seat when the tractor is moving, as this cou ld cau[...]

23 • The length of the up per hitch link is normally determined by the design of ea ch implement. To adjust the upper hitch link, loosen the lock- ing lever and turn the adjustment tube as shown in Figure 27. Afte r the appropriate length is attained, tighten th e locking lever. If correctly adjusted, the upper hitch link will be parallel or near[...]

24 ADJUSTING THE BRAKES The tractor br akes are adjusted at the factory and should experience minimal wear if the tractor is operated norma lly. However, all brake pad s are subject to wear and at some point the brake linkage may have to be adjusted. Check the brakes as follows: • Place the tractor on a level surface. Stop the tractor en gine. ?[...]

25 SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE The service life and reliability of any machine depends upon the care it is given. Proper lubrica- tion and maintena nce is a vital part of that care. Using the Lubrication and Ma intenance Chart as a guide, mon itor the hour meter on t he instrumen t panel to ensure the r equired maintenance proce- dures are performed. Th[...]

26 LUBRICA TION AND MAINTENANCE CHART (ILLUSTRATION) 1 2 6 6 7 8 9 10 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 17 17 18 4 13 5 5 11 3 5 19 20 21[...]

27 LUBRICA TION AND MAINTENANCE CHART † More often when operating under du sty conditions †† If operated less than 100 hours annu aly Ref. No. Operation to be P erfor med Service Inter vals Before each us e Every 10 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 150 Hours Every 200 Hours Every 300 Hours Every 400 Hours Before Stora[...]

28 ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT W ARNING: If the tractor has been recently opera ted, engine surface s (including the radiator) will be HOT. Allow the engine to cool before open- ing the hood, or use extreme caution to avoid burns when the hood is open. To raise the hood, locate the hood latch below the hood notch at the front of the tractor. P[...]

29 BATTERY REMOVAL W ARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related acces sories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hand s after handling. The battery is located a t the front of the tractor beneath the ho od. To remove the battery: • Open the tractor ho od as described in the previous sub-section. • Remove the two wing nuts an d the battery h[...]

30 • Turn the bulb/socket assembly approximately a quarter turn counterclockwise to align its tabs with the notches of the reflector, then remove from the refle ctor. Figure 35 • Replace with a new bul b/socket assembly (Cub Cadet No. 725-040 84). • Align the tabs of the new bulb/socket assembly with the notches of the re flector and insert b[...]

31 Accessing the Lo wer Dash Panel Ar ea Some electrical co mponents are housed inside the lower dash panel. To access the area, remove the dash panel insert by remo ving the two screws. See Figure 39. Figure 39 To reinstall the dash panel inser t, hook the retaining lip at the bottom of the insert ov er the bottom ed ge of the dash opening, pivot [...]

32 CHECKING TRAN SMISSION / HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL LEVEL Check the hydro tr ansmission/hydraulic system oil level before each use. NOTE: Check the oil level only while the engine is sto pped and the tractor is standing on a level surface. The oil level sight glass is located in the rear of the transmission housing, just to the right of the rear PTO s[...]

33 • Remove the old hydrostatic filter by turning it counterclockwise, and im mediately replace with the new filter. Turn the filter clockw ise by hand until the gaske t contacts the fi lter base; then tighten the filter an addi tional 1/2 to 3/4 turn. • Clean any residual oil fr om the top of the transmission. Changing Hydraulic System Filter [...]

34 Dispose of used oil in an environmentally safe manner. If necessary, contact your area EPA office for proper disposal proce- dures and recycling ce nter locations. • Change the hydro tra nsmission filter as instructed in Changing Hydro Transmission Oil Filter . • Change the hydr aulic system filter as instructed in Changing Hydraulic System [...]

35 • To prevent debris from e ntering the fro nt axle housing, clean the area around the o il fill pl ug / di pstic k and the axle dra in plug located at the center front of th e axle. Refer to Figure 45 and Figure 47. Figure 47 • Place a suitable container beneath the front of the axle hous ing. • Remove the oil fill plug/dipstick to help ve[...]

36 TIRE MAINTENANCE Check the tire air pressure after every 50 hours of operation or weekly. Keep th e tires inflated to the recommended pressures. Improper inflation will shorten the se rvice life of a tire. See the tire side wall, or the Tire Inflation chart, for proper inflation pressures. Obse rve the followin g guidelines: • Do not inflate a[...]

37 TRACTOR STORAGE If your tractor is not going to be op erated for an extended period of time (thir ty days to approxi- mately six months), the tractor should be prepa red for storage. Store the tractor in a dry and protected location. If stored outside, cove r the tractor (includ- ing the tires) to protect it from the elements. The procedures out[...]

38 SECTION 5: ENGINE INFORMA TION AND MAINTENANCE Daihatsu L.L.C., the California Air Resources Board ( CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency ( U.S. EPA) Emission Control Syste m Warranty Statement ( Owner’ s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICAB LE TO CERTIFIED MODEL YEAR 200[...]

39 c. Ignition System •G l o w p l u g d. Ex haust System • Exhaust manifold e. Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems • V acuum, temperature, position, time sensitive v alves and s witch es • Electronic controls • Connectors and assemblies • Hoses 2. Length of Coverage — Daihatsu warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent p[...]

40 ENGINE MAINTENANCE W ARNIN G: Use care when servicing any component in the engine area . If the engine has recently been operated, components will be hot and could cause burns. Allow the engine to cool before servicing. W ARNING: Before servicing the engine, place the trac tor on a level surfa ce, stop the engine, engage the parking brake, and r[...]

41 • Clean the area around the oil filler cap to prevent debris from entering the crankcase. See Figure 51. Figure 51 • Turn the oil filler cap counterclockwise to unscrew from the valve cover. • SLOWLY pour oil into the crankcase until the oil level reaches the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. Refer to Figure 50 . • Insert the oil fill cap[...]

42 • Start th e engine and run for about 5 minutes. Stop the engine and check for leaks at the oil filter and drain plug. • Wait 3 minutes and re-check the oil level. If needed, add oil to bring the oil level up to the "FULL" mark. W ARNING: Never overfill the engine crankcase. T he engine may overheat and/or damage may resu lt. For b[...]

43 • Place a suitable container beneath the drain plug and remove the cap fro m the overflow reservoir. • Turn the drain plug counterclockwise to re- move. Allow as much of the old coolan t as pos- sible to drain from the system. Coolant is a toxic substance. Dispose of in an environm entally safe mann er. Contact your area EPA office for prope[...]

44 SERVICING THE FUEL FILTER W ARNING: D o not service the fuel filter when tractor is hot or near any sourc e of ignition. Allow the tractor to cool. The tractor is equipped wit h an in-line fuel filter located on the right side of the engine. Diesel fuel is a toxic substance. Dispose of in an environmen tally safe manner. Contact your area EPA of[...]

45 SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONS Engine Manufact urer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diahat su Horsepowe r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

46 SPECIFICATIONS Hydraulic Lift System Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aux iliary Pump Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fender Mounted Lever Pump Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

47 SECTION 7: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES When purchasing you r tractor, you probably had it equipped for your particular needs at that time. You may later wish to obtain add itional equipment or accessories to perfor m other tasks. Refer to the chart below for a list of option al equipment and accessories cu rrently available through your C[...]

Proper maintenance of your Cub Cade t equipment is the owner’ s responsibility. Follow the instructions i n your owner’s manual for correct lubrican ts and maintenance schedu le. Your Cub Cadet dealer carries a complete line of genuin e Cub Cadet parts and quality lubricants and filters for your equip ment’s engine, transmission, chassis and [...]