Cub Cadet 1863 User Manual

Before installing new filter, apply a coating of clean oil
on the filter gasket. Thread filter on by hand until
gasket seats in oil filter adapter. Tighten 1/2 to 3/4
turn more.
Install drain plug in drain hose and place hose into
retaining clamp on frame. Bend clamp over hose as
shown in Figure 33.
FILLING THE CRANKCASE
A CAUTION
Never overfill the engine crankcase. Engine
may overheat and/or damage may result if
the crankcase is below the "LOW" mark or
over the "FULL" mark.
NOTE
For best results, fill to "FULL" mark on dip¬
stick as opposed to adding a given quantity
of oil. Always check level on dipstick before
adding oil.
To fill the crankcase with oil, make sure the tractor is
on a level surface. Clean the area around the oil filler
cap and dipstick to prevent debris from entering the
crankcase. Refer to Figure 35 and remove the oil filler
cap and slowly pour oil (approximately 4 pints) into
valve cover until oil level reads "FULL" on dipstick.
Replace the oil filler cap and start engine. After 30
seconds, stop engine, check oil level and add if
necessary. Check for leaks around oil filter and at
drain plug.
HYDROSTATIC DRIVE HYDRAULIC FLUID FILTER
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 removed
to facilitate removal of the filter.
■ ^NOTE
(1863 ONLY)
Remove the drain plug and allow the
hydraulic fluid to drain into a clean container
having a capacity of more than seven
quarts. Replace the drain plug. (See Figure
36.)
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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