Cub Cadet GC145 - User Manual

PART NO. 769-05376 P00 (11/09)
Press primer bulb 10 times.
Place choke lever in
Position 1.
Move blue choke
lever to Position 2.
While continuing to
squeeze the throttle
control, move the blue
choke lever to Position 3.
SQUEEZE and HOLD throttle
control for ALL further steps.
Pull the rope
5 times.
Pull the rope 3 to 5
times to start. Run
engine for 30-60
seconds to warm up.
Continue warming for an
additional 60 seconds.
During this time the unit
may be used.
Stand in the
starting position.
DIDN’T START?
Repeat these instructions.
If engine still fails to start, refer
to the Starting/ Stopping
instructions section of this
manual for additional starting
and troubleshooting information.
Quick Instructions
to Start the Unit
For complete instructions, refer to
Starting/ Stopping Instructions section
of this manual.
Quick Instructions to
Assemble the Unit
For complete instructions, refer to the
Assembly Instructions section of this
manual.
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IMPORTANT: READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT.
Read and understand all instruction, warning and danger labels on the unit.
Remove cotter pin from the clevis pin and slide
clevis pin out of tailpiece bracket. Slide the wheel
support bracket up or down to the desired tine
depth. Place the clevis pin through the aligned holes
and secure with clevis pin and cotter pin.
Tip the unit so that the back of the engine is in
a horizontal position. Remove the oil fill plug
from the crankcase and pour the entire bottle
of 4-cycle oil into the oil fill hole.
NOTE: Do not mix gas and oil
Loosen the handlebar knobs and swing the
handlebars up into the operating position. Taking
care not to pinch any cables or wires, tighten the
knobs to secure the handlebars.
Shallower
Deeper
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GC145
4-Cycle Cultivator
Operator’s Manual
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT
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Cub Cadet GC145 Specifications

General

Brand	Cub Cadet
Model	GC145
Category	Tiller
Language	English

Summary

Assembly and Starting Guides

Quick Assembly Instructions

Provides concise steps for assembling the cultivator unit, referring to detailed instructions.

Quick Starting Instructions

Outlines the essential steps for starting the cultivator engine, including priming and choke usage.

Safety Rules and Warnings

General Safety Precautions

Critical safety guidelines, warnings, and precautions to follow before and during operation.

Specific Safety Notices

Details warnings for California, spark arrestors, and explanations of safety symbols.

Unit Operation and Maintenance

Unit Overview, Fuel, and Oil

Covers unit applications, fuel type, oil requirements, and fueling procedures.

Starting, Stopping, and Operating

Covers engine start/stop procedures and operating tips for the cultivator.

Maintenance Overview

Provides a schedule and outlines key maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Details and Troubleshooting

Maintenance Tasks

Details tine replacement, air filter cleaning, and carburetor adjustment procedures.

Troubleshooting Engine Issues

Diagnoses and solutions for engine start, performance, and fuel system problems.

Spark Plug Troubleshooting

Steps to diagnose and fix problems related to the spark plug.

Manufacturers Limited Warranty

Obtaining Warranty Service

Information on how to get warranty service, including contact details and proof of purchase.

Warranty and State Law

Explains how state laws affect warranty rights and lists exclusions.