Cub Cadet 1420 User Manual

Figure 21
1. Jam Nut
2. Control Assembly
HYDROSTATIC CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENT
(1420 Tractor)
A CAUTION
On the 1420 model tractors, the speed con¬
trol lever will automatically return to neutral
when the brake pedal is pressed all the way
down, and the linkage is properly adjusted.
If this action fails to occur, contact your
authorized Cub Cadet Dealer for immediate
service.
The following adjustment may be necessary for the
hydrostatic adjustment rod if the tractor creeps for¬
ward or rearward while the speed control lever is in
the neutral ("N") position. Refer to Figure 21 and
while working from rear of tractor with unit off,
proceed as follows:
1. If the tractor creeps forward, loosen the jam nut
and turn the hex on the control assembly coun¬
terclockwise until tractor creep is stopped. When
correct adjustment is achieved, retighten jam nut.
2. If the tractor creeps rearward, loosen jam nut and
turn the hex on the control assembly clockwise
until tractor creep is stopped. When correct
adjustment is achieved, retighten jam nut.
NOTE
If condition is not corrected after performing
the above steps, see your authorized Cub
Cadet Dealer for service.
PIVOT BAR ADJUSTMENT BOLTS
A CAUTION
The tractor must be checked every 50 hours
of tractor operation for play between the
front axle and the pivot bar adjustment bolts.
Both adjustment bolt heads must fit against
the front axle. If play is discovered, the pivot
bar adjustment bolts must be adjusted.
If play is discovered between the front axle and the
pivot bar adjustment bolt heads, adjust both bolts as
follows: (Refer to Figure 22.)
1. Loosen jam nut 3 to 4 turns or as required.
2. Turn pivot bar adjustment bolt counterclockwise
until it hits against the front axle.
3. Tighten jam nut.
4. Repeat the above steps for the other pivot bar
adjustment bolt.
2 .
3.
Figure 22
Jam Nut
Pivot Bar Adjustment Bolts
Front Axle
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Cub Cadet 1420 Specifications

General

Brand	Cub Cadet
Model	1420
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English