Cub Cadet 1872 Owner's Manual

LUBRICATION TABLE
Point of Lubrication
Check
at
Hours
Change
at
Hours
Capacity
Antic Ipated AirTemperat
ure
Above +32°F
+32T to
Below O^F
Engine crankcase
Check
before
each
use
50
3 pints
14 ounces
(1.9 quarts)
Cub Cadet
Low Ash
Engine Oil
SAE 30
Cub Cadet
Low Ash Oil
SAE 10W-40
or 10W-30
Cub Cadet
Low Ash
Engine Oil
SAE 5W-20
or5W-30
Hydro-drive unit
mounted on trans¬
mission case with
filter
30 Add
as
needed
Approx.
14 pints
Cub Cadef Hydraulic Transmission Fluid
NOTE: Cub Cadet hydraulic transmission fluid meets
IH B-6 specifications. If fluid is used that docs not
meet these requirements,Cub Cacfe/will not be respon¬
sible for substandard performance. Failures due to use
of improper fluid are not covered by warranty. For
maximum protection, use Cub Cadef Hydraulic Trans¬
mission Fluid.
Steering knuckles &
front axle pivot bolt
10
Use 25IH EP grease or equivalent No.2 multi-purpose lithium
grease and apply two or three strokes or sufficient grease
to flush out old grease and dirt.
Front wheel
bearings
100
or
yearly
Remove front wheels and pack bearings with 25IH EP
grease or eqivalent No. 2 multi-purpose lithium grease
and reinstall wheels.
LUBRICATION GUIDE
A WARNING
The life of any machine depends upon the care it is given. Proper lubrication is a very important part of
that care.
Be certain that ail lubrication fittings are assembled in
place, using the lubrication illustrations as a guide.
Always lubricate the tractor thoroughly before taking it
to the field. Use a pressure lubricating gun.
Be sure all fittings are free from dirt and paint so the
lubricant is certain to enter the bearing.
Keep your supply of lubricating oil and grease stored
in clean containers, and covered to protect from dust
and dirt.
Keep the lubricating gun nozzle clean and wipe dirt
from grease fittings before lubricating.
The symbols in the illustration indicate the method of
application and the hourly intervals to apply the lubri¬
cant.
Always force the lubricant through the full length of
each bearing until it emerges at the end, carrying with
it the worn lubricant and any dirt that may have
entered the bearing.
Miscellaneous working parts not provided with lubri¬
cation fittings should be oiled daily with a good grade
of lubricating oil.
Lubricant is cheap. Use plenty of it. Worn parts can
be expensive to replace.
Use a pressure lubricating gun
and apply 251H EP grease (or
equivalent No. 2 multi-purpose
lithium grease) sufficient to
flush out the old grease and
dirt. Lubricate at hourly inter¬
vals Indicated on symbols.
Dipstick, use to check engine
oil before each use.
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Cub Cadet 1872 Specifications

General

Horsepower	18 HP
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic
Drive Type	2WD
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Fuel Capacity	5 U.S. gal (18.9 L)
PTO	Mid
Max Speed	8 mph