Cub Cadet 1215 User Manual

The ignition switch is a three position switch. Turn key
to “START” position. When the engine starts, release
key. Key will retract to “ON” position. Turn key to
“OFF” position to stop engine. (See Figure 3 or 4.)
J. T HROTTLE CONTROL LEVER
This lever controls the speed of the engine. When set
in a given position, it will maintain a uniform engine
speed. (See Figure 3 or 4.)
D. L I F T CONTROL LEVER
This lever is used to raise and lower the cutting deck
and other attachments. (See Figure 3 or 4.)
E. POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO)
The power take-off is an electric clutch operated by a
toggle switch on the left side of the instrument panel.
When PTO is engaged, throttle should be in fast
position.
F. PARKING BRAKE LEVER (1215 Tractor)
The parking brake lever is located on the right side of
the pedestal below the instrument panel. To operate,
simultaneously depress clutch and brake pedals as
you pull the parking brake lever up and out (towards
the operator) to lock. To disengage parking brake,
simultaneously depress clutch and brake pedal, lift
parking brake lever up and release. The parking brake
lever will retract. Always lock the parking brake when
tractor is not in use. (See Figure 3.)
PARKING BRAKE LEVER (1220 Tractor)
The parking brake lever is located on the left side of the
pedestal below the instrument panel. To operate,
depress the brake pedal and hold it down while lifting
the parking brake lever up and pulling out to lock. To
disengage the parking brake, press down on the pedal
and lift the lever up. The parking brake lever will
retract. Always lock the brake when the tractor is
parked on a grade. (See Figure 4.)
G. CHOKE CONTROL
The choke control is located on the left side of the
pedestal below the instrument panel. The choke con¬
trol is operated manually. Pull knob out to choke
engine. Push knob in to open choke. (See Figure 3 or
4.)
H. BRAKE PEDAL (1215 Tractor)
The brake pedal is located on the right side of the
tractor. (See Figure 3.)
BRAKE PEDAL (1220 Tractor)
The brake pedal is located on the left side of the tractor.
When the pedal is depressed, the speed lever control
is automatically moved to the neutral (“N”) position.
(See Figure 4.)
I. CLUTCH PEDAL (1215 Tractor)
The clutch pedal is located on the left side of the
tractor. When the clutch pedal is depressed, the drive
belt is disengaged from the engine pulley.
When using power take-off operated equipment, best
performance is achieved with the throttle lever in the
“FAST” position.
“Turtle” This symbol shows slow position.
"Rabbit” This symbol shows fast position.
K. L IGHT SWITCH
The lights are turned on and off by a toggle switch on
the center of instrument panel. Flip switch up for “ON”
or down for “OFF”. When lights are on, throttle should
be in “FAST” position.
L. I N TERLOCKS (See Figures 6 and 7)
Interlock safety switches are located under the right
hand fender, the PTO switch and seat.
The safety starting switches, activated by the gear shift
lever (1215 Tractor) or the speed control lever (1220
Tractor) and the PTO switch, serve to prevent starting
the engine accidentally. The gear shift lever (1215 Trac-
tor) or the speed control lever (1220 Tractor) must be
in neutral (“N”) and the PTO switch in the “OFF”
position before engine will start.
When using PTO operated equipment, the operator
must remain seated at all times. If the operator should
leave the tractor seat without turning off the PTO
switch, the engine will automatically shut off. In addi¬
tion, the PTO switch must be in the “OFF” position
when shifting the tractor into reverse or the PTO will
automatically disengage. To re-engage the PTO, shift
into neutral (“N”), move PTO switch into the “OFF”
position and then reactivate PTO while seated.
SWITCH
Figure 6.
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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