Cub Cadet 1863 User Manual

If play is discovered between the front axle and the
pivot bar adjustment bolt heads, adjust both bolts as
follows: (See Figure 30.)
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.
load. Air cleaner and air cleaner cover must be
assembled to carburetor when running engine.
WARNING
If any adjustments are made to the engine
while the engine is running (e.g., carbure¬
tor), disengage ail clutches and blades.
Keep clear of all moving parts and be careful
of heated surfaces and muffler.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
NOTE
Carburetor adjustments should be made
only after the engine has warmed up.
The carburetor is designed to deliver the correct fuel-
to-air mixture to the engine under all operating condi¬
tions. The high idle is set at the factory and cannot be
adjusted. The low idle fuel adjusting needle is also set
at the factory and normally does not need adjustment.
Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to com¬
pensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or
WARNING
To avoid injury or an accident, engage single
pedal brake lock, place speed control lever
in neutral and make sure equipment is
disengaged before starting engine to make
carburetor adjustments.
A WARNING
Carbon monoxide fumes can be fatall Do
not make any adjustments to the carburetor
in a confined area such as a storage build¬
ing. Move the tractor outside into the air.
Figure 30
1. Jam Nut
2. Pivot Bar Adjustment Bolts
3. Front Axle
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Cub Cadet 1863 Specifications

General

Engine Power	18 hp
Transmission	Hydrostatic
Cylinders	2
Drive	2WD
Number of speeds	Infinite
Axles	2
Front tire size	16x6.5-8
Rear tire size	23x10.5-12
Cutting Height	1.5-4 inches
Deck Material	Steel
Engine	Kohler Command
Brakes	Disc