Cub Cadet 1863 User Manual

SECTION!. CONTROLS
Your Cub Cadet Tractor has been safety engineered. and controls before attempting to start or operate the
Thoroughly acquaint yourself with all the instruments tractor.
A. Low Oil Indicator
B. Low Fuel Indicator
C. Amp Indicator
D. Hour Meter
E. Reverse "R" Indicator
F. Disengage PTO Indicator
G. Depress Left Pedal Indicator
H. Speed Control Lever
l. Lift Height Indicator
J. Ignition/Light Switch
K. Tilt Wheel Release Lever
L. Choke Control
M. Down Stop Adjustment Rod
N. Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Shown)
O. Brake Lock
P. Brake Pedal
Q. Hydraulic Lift Control Lever
R. Throttle Control Lever
S. Front Power Take-Off (PTO) Control Switch
T. Hydrostatic Relief Valve Lever (1863 only)
U. Fuse (Not Shown)
V. Safety Interlock Switches (Not Shown)
Figure 3
(1863 ONLY)
A. L OW OIL INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate when the oil level is low.
CAUTION
When LOW OIL indicator illuminates, stop
the tractor and check the oil level. Continu¬
ing to operate the tractor could result in
severe damage to the engine.
B. L OW FUEL INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is low.
D. H OUR METER
The hour meter indicates the actual hours of engine
operation. This enables the operator to determine
when lubrication, change of oil or periodic inspections
are necessary. It also provides a means of computing
cost of specific jobs. The hour meter operates when¬
ever the engine is running or the ignition key is in the
"ON” position.
E. R E VERSE "R” INDICATOR
This indicator is illuminated only when attempting to
start tractor while it is in reverse. The "R" indicator
must be off before the tractor can be started.
C. A MP INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate when a problem exists
with the charging system or the battery. If this indica¬
tor illuminates, stop the tractor and contact your Cub
Cadet Dealer.
F. D I SENGAGE PTO INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate if an attempt is made to
start the tractor with the PTO switch engaged. This
indicator must be off before the tractor can be started.
When starting the tractor, this indicator will briefly
flash.
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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