Cub Cadet GT-2550 User Manual
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TRACTOR PREPARATION
After removing the top of the shipping crate, cut the tie
strap securing the mower deck to the side panel of the
crate. Using a hoist, or with the help of an assistant,
carefully lift the mower deck out of the shipping crate.
Cut the tie strap securing the PTO belt and remove the
belt from the deck
Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter and the
oil drain tube from the manual bag and store for future
use.
CONNECT THE BATTERY
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
The tractor is shipped with an activated sealed battery,
with the positive battery cable factory connected. The
negative cable must be connected.
Note: Make sure the ignition switch is in the "OFF" po-
sition before attaching the battery cable.
1.
Pull the protective cap off the negative terminal of
the battery, and remove the hex cap screw and nut
from the free end of the negative battery cable.
2.
Connect the negative battery cable (heavy black)
and ground wire (green) to negative terminal
(NEG) of the battery using the hex cap screw and
nut. Slide the black terminal cover over the
negative terminal of the battery.
CONTENTS
Section
Page
Emission Control Systems Warranty ...
2
Tractor Preparation ..............................
3
Safe Operation Practices .....................
4
Product Graphics .................................
7
To The Owner ....................................
8
Calling Service Information ..................
8
Recording Model & Serial Number ......
8
I
Controls and Indicators ........................
9
II
Operation .............................................
14
III
Adjustments .........................................
19
IV
Maintenance ........................................
24
V
Mower Deck .........................................
33
Section
Page
VI
Off-Season Storage .............................
45
VII
Mowing.................................................
46
Optional Equipment and Accessories .
47
Maintenance Chart...............................
48
Trouble Shooting..................................
49
Lubrication Table ...............................
51
Lubrication Guides ..............................
52
Slope Gauge ........................................
55
Specifications.......................................
57
Warranty — Commercial Use ..............
58
Warranty — Residential Use................
59
Maintenance Parts Chart ....................
60