Cub Cadet 1215 User Manual

1. Deflector Shield
2. Blade
3. Hard Surface
4. Measure This Distance
If the measurements are not equal, lower the mower
deck to the ground. Disconnect one of the adjustable
links by removing the hairpin cotter and flat washer
which secure it to the deck. Turn the end of the link to
the right or left as needed. Reconnect the adjustable
link and raise the deck. Recheck the measurement on
each, and repeat adjustment until distances are equal.
CUTTING HEIGHT
The mower can be set in multiple positions. Pull the lift
handle back slightly and depress button on the top of
lift handle. Release the button when the desired mower
position is obtained. To return the mower to a specific
position, note the position of the lift lever pointer in
relation to the lever position decal before raising or
lowering the mower.
GAUGE WHEELS AND CASTERS (44 inch Decks)
Set the gauge wheels and casters just off the hard
surface by locating in the proper holes. The gauge
wheels and casters prevent scalping and are not
meant to set the cutting height. Gauge wheels and
casters must be set in the same relative hole locations.
(See Figure 36)
1. Gauge Wheel
2. Caster
3. 3/8 inch Nut and Lock Washer
4. Adjustment Holes
GAUGE WHEELS (38 inch Deck)
Adjust the height of the gauge wheels by pulling out the
quick release pin and slide the gauge wheel bracket up
or down until desired height is reached. Reinstall the
quick release pin. Note that there are half height
adjustment holes along with the adjustment holes in
the gauge wheel bracket. Both gauge wheels must be
set in the same relative hole locations. (See Figure 37)
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Figure 37. (38 inch Deck)
1. Gauge Wheel
2. Gauge Wheel Bracket
3. Quick Release Pin
4. Half Height Adjustment Holes
STARTING THE MOWER
Hl^ NOTE
In heavy grass, full throttle may be needed
when starting the mowing deck.
With the engine running at idle speed, start the power
take-off clutch (see page 13, Figure 16). Starting the
mower with the engine in idle will reduce wear on the
drive belt. Increase engine speed to full throttle.
STOPPING THE MOWER
Move the power take-off (PTO) switch to “OFF” and
reduce engine speed.
CLEANING AND BLADE CARE
WARNING
Stop the tractor, disengage the PTO, place all
controls in neutral, engage the parking brake
lock and stop the engine before performing
any maintenance.
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Cub Cadet 1215 Specifications

Capacities

fuel tank capacity	3 gals
crankcase capacity	3 pints
transmission capacity	1-1/2 pints
transaxle capacity	2-3/4 pints

Transmission

gears	5 forward speeds and 1 reverse
forward speed	0 to 5.5 mph
reverse speed	0 to 2.35 mph

Engine Specifications

engine make and model	Briggs and Stratton
engine power	12 HP
cylinders	1
bore	3.44 in
stroke	3.06 in
displacement	28.40 cubic inches
low speed	1750 RPM
high idle speed	3400 RPM +-100

Electrical System

system voltage	12 volt neg. ground
alternator	16 amp
fuse	20 amp slow blow
headlights	GE 12 volt 1156

Tires and Dimensions

front tire size	15x6-6
rear tire size	20x10-8
wheelbase	45.0 in
length	68.50 in
turning radius	29.00 in