Cub Cadet 1782 User Manual

5. When carbon or oil adheres to the element, soak
the element in a mixture of 2 oz. detergent dis¬
solved in 1 gallon of water for 15 minutes, then
wash it several times in water, rinse with clean
water and air dry completely. After element is
fully dried, inspect inside of the element with a
light and check if it is damaged. (Refer to the
instruction on the label attached to the element.)
6. Replace the element every year or after every six
cleanings.
IMPORTANT
Install the dust cup with the keyed edge
towards the left side of tractor. If the dust
cup is mounted incorrectly, dust or dirt does
not collect in the cup, and dust will cause
severe engine damage.
HYDROSTATIC DRIVE HYDRAULIC FLUID FILTER
■ i^ NOTE
Clean the outside area before removing the
filter to keep dirt from getting into the
transmission case. If a mower is mounted
on the tractor, the mower must be lowered
to facilitate removal of the filter.
Remove the throw-away-can-type filter and replace
with a new filter after the first 10 and 50 hours of
operation, and every 100 hours of operation
thereafter. The filters can be obtained through your
Cub Cadet Dealer under part number 723-3014.
To remove the filter, turn the filter counterclockwise
using an automotive-type filter wrench.
Before installing the new filter, apply a coating of oil on
the filter gasket. Thread the new filter on by hand until
tight enough to seat the gasket. Loosen the filter.
Then turn it until the gasket contacts the base.
Tighten the filter an additional 1/2 turn. Start engine
and allow it to run for a few minutes. Shut engine off
and check for leaks; check oil level in transmission
case.
LIGHTS
Refer to "SPECIFICATIONS" when replacement of
head lamp bulb or taillight bulb is necessary.
A WARNING
Do not change head lamp bulbs when hot or
when engine is hot.
CAUTION
Do not touch glass portion of head lamp
bulb. Touching glass portion will reduce life
of head lamp bulb.
NOTE
Prior removal of battery will ease removal
and replacement of head lamp bulbs.
To replace a head lamp bulb, refer to Figure 47 and
remove the socket from the grille by rotating socket
1/4 turn. Pull old bulb assembly from socket and
insert new bulb assembly. Place socket into grille and
turn to lock in place.
To replace a taillight bulb, remove socket from the
back of the taillight by rotating socket 1/4 turn.
Remove old bulb from socket and install new bulb.
Replace socket into taillight and turn to lock in place.
Figure 47
FUSES
Always use the proper capacity fuse for replacement.
Refer to "SPECIFICATIONS." If electrical system
malfunctions, check the fuses.
A CAUTION
LEFT side fuse is 20 amp only. RIGHT side
fuse is 30 amp only.
To replace a fuse, pull the old fuse from the fuse
housing and install a new fuse. (Refer to Figure 11.)
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Cub Cadet 1782 Specifications

General

Horsepower	17 HP
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic
Cutting Width	50 inches
Drive	2WD
Reverse Speed	0-3.5 mph
Blades	3
Fuel Capacity	3 U.S. gallons
Cutting Height	1.0 - 4.0 inches