Cub Cadet 1215 User Manual

TROUBLE SHOOTING
POSSIBLE CAUSE
HARD TO START
POSSIBLE REMEDY
Incorrect timing or faulty ignition.
Brake drags. Adjust the brake. Refer to “ADJUSTMENTS.”
Clutch slipping (1215 Tractor Only). Adjust the free travel of the pedal. Refer to "ADJUST¬
MENTS”.
ENGINE OVERHEATING
Insufficient cool air, dirty air intake screen, shroud,
cooling fins, or dirty grille.
Lean carburetor adjustment.
Oil level incorrect.
Keep the air intake area and cooling fins clean; refer to
"MAINTENANCE.”
Readjust; refer to "ADJUSTMENTS.”
Engine oil level must not be over the "FULL” mark or below
the "LOW” mark. Refer to "MAINTENANCE”
*See your authorized dealer.
LUBRICATION TABLE
Point of
Lubrication
Hi
Change
at
Hours
Capacity
Anticipated Air Temperature
Above+32°F + 32°toO°F Below 0°F
Engine crankcase
Check
before
each
use
30
3 pints
Cub Cadet Low Ash Cub Cadet Low Ash Cub Cadet Low Ash
Engine Oil S.A.E Oil S.A.E. 10W-40or Engine Oil
10W-30 S.A.E.5W-20 or
5W-30
Hydrostatic
transmission (1220
tractors only)
Check
at 100
hours
Add as
needed
Cub Cadet Hydraulic Transmission Fluid.
Steering knuckles &
front axle pivot bolt
10
Use 251H EP grease or equivalent No. 2 multi-purpose lithium grease
and apply two or three strokes or sufficient grease to flush out old
grease and dirt.
Front wheel
bearings
100 or
yearly
Remove front wheels and pack bearings with 251 HEP grease or
equivalent No. 2 multi-purpose lithium grease and reinstall wheels.
Steering box
50
Two strokes of the lubricator using 251H EP grease or equivalent No. 2
multi-purpose lithium grease.
Deck spindles
100 or
yearly
Two strokes of the lubricator using 251H EP grease or equivalent No. 2
multi-purpose lithium grease.
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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