Cub Cadet 550 2017, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY Operator s Manual Form No 769 13052 November 30 2017 NOTE This Operator s Manual covers several models Features may vary by model Not all features in this manual are applicab...

Page 2: ...d remove the key 21 Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches wires power lines bridges before entering or leaving buildings or in any other situation where th...

Page 3: ...ox Loading Operation 1 Do not exceed vehicle s Total Load Capacity rating of 1000 lbs 453 5 kg This includes operator passenger accessories and cargo 2 Do not exceed 500 lbs 226 7 kg load in cargo box...

Page 4: ...n result in accidents injuries or death 12 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment 13 Prior to disposal determine the proper method to dispose of waste...

Page 5: ...eways sliding skidding or fishtailing and never do donuts Slow down before entering a turn Avoid hard acceleration when turning even from a stop Plan for hills rough terrain ruts and other changes in...

Page 6: ...time hold the ignition key on at 5 second intervals Allow the starter to rest 15 seconds between each start attempt Universal Symbols Asaguidetotheoperationofyourvehicle variousuniversalsymbolshavebee...

Page 7: ...or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models We reserve the right to change product specifications designs and vehicle without notice and without incurring obligation If applicab...

Page 8: ...ide of the vehicle and are used to see behind the utility vehicle Winch N The winch is located on the front of the utility vehicle inside the bumper The winch is controlled by the winch control Occupa...

Page 9: ...ng brake Glove Box P The glove box is a small storage area in the dash on the passenger side of the utility vehicle Instrument Cluster Q The instrument cluster contains 1 Tachometer 11 DifferentialLoc...

Page 10: ...ngine will not start without the gear shift in the NEUTRAL N or PARK P position and the brake depressed 3 Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to START position Release the key when the engine...

Page 11: ...atch Lever Lift Up Cargo Bed From Here Figure 3 7 4 Once unloaded lower the cargo bed and securely latch it before operating the utility vehicle Do not drive the utility vehicle with cargo bed in the...

Page 12: ...loading ramps and equipment to safely secure the utility vehicle to the truck or trailer the only thing left to do is load it Here s how to best accomplish this task 1 Proceed with extreme caution It...

Page 13: ...ust engine valve clearance P Check fuel injection P Check injection P Change brake fluid P Replace remote hydraulic hose P Replace rear brake cylinder seal P Replace front brake cylinder seal P Flush...

Page 14: ...See Figure 5 3 When re installing the seat make sure the pins a in the seat are inserted into the holes b in the frame a a b b Figure 5 3 15 Battery light comes on when engine is running Low engine s...

Page 15: ...s a on each hinge adjust the door until an equal gap is achieved all the way around Retighten all four bolts a See Figure 5 9 a a Figure 5 9 If the door is not latching properly the latches a can be a...

Page 16: ...to see that the brake fluid level on the brake fluid reservoir a is up to the MIN b level See Figure 5 14 a c b Figure 5 14 2 If it is below the MIN b level add brake fluid but do not exceed the MAX c...

Page 17: ...er is located on the upper part of the shock and controls the ride of the utility vehicle and the impact resistance of the shocks Note Each position has a stop or click to indicate which of the 18 pos...

Page 18: ...tely Donotmixdifferenttypes ofAntifreeze Themixturecanproduceachemicalreaction betweensubstances Antifreezeisextremelyflammable andexplosiveundercertainconditions Keepfireaway fromantifreeze Keepchild...

Page 19: ...he bottom of the utility vehicle See Figure 5 29 a a a a a a a a a Figure 5 29 2 Remove the drain and allow the water to run out Then replace the drain and the middle skid plate See Figure 5 29 a Figu...

Page 20: ...ened particles out of the screen assembly and lightly clean the screen with wire brush Soak in solvent and clean with wire brush if necessary 3 If there is any damage the assembly must be replaced 4 R...

Page 21: ...ol Switch Gear Selection H L range forward Neutral Reverse Park Brakes Front Rear Wet disc brake Parking Brake Axis brake hand braking Steering Manual Electronic Power Steering Optional Dimensions Len...

Page 22: ...ons The Vehicle has been thoroughly tested for proper performance with implements sold or approved by manufacturer Use with implements which are not sold or approved and which exceed the maximum speci...

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Page 26: ...period of two years The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as sta...

Page 27: ...cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part That notwithstanding any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operating adjustment limiting device is still elig...

Page 28: ...site at www mtdcanada com This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a The engine or component parts thereof These items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer...