Cub Cadet SERIES 5000 5252

CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 [www.cubcadet.com]
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning
: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box
361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
Operator’s Manual
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 769-00867F
(5/05)
TRACTOR
MODEL 5252
SERIES 5000

Cub Cadet SERIES 5000 5252 Specifications

General

Engine Power	24 HP
Horsepower	24 HP
Engine Cylinders	2
Transmission	Hydrostatic
Cutting Width	52 in
Fuel Capacity	4 gal
Weight	750 lbs
Drive	2WD
Steering	Power
PTO Engagement	Electric
Deck Material	Steel
Engine	Kohler Command V-Twin OHV
Brakes	Disc
Turning Radius	18 inches

Summary

TO THE OWNER

CALLING SERVICE INFORMATION

Information on how to contact Cub Cadet for service and support.

RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

GENERAL OPERATION

Guidelines for safe operation, including operator responsibilities and machine handling.

SLOPE OPERATION

CHILDREN

OPERATING THE PTO

SAFETY FRAME (ROPS)

SERVICE

SAFETY LABELS

SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES

SECTION 2: OPERATION

ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)

Information on the proper use and maintenance of the ROPS.

FOLDING THE ROPS

Instructions on how to fold and unfold the ROPS for low overhead clearance.

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

FUELING THE TRACTOR

NEW TRACTOR BREAK-IN PROCEDURES

STARTING THE ENGINE

COLD WEATHER STARTING

USING JUMPER CABLES TO START ENGINE

STOPPING THE ENGINE

DRIVING THE TRACTOR

STOPPING THE TRACTOR

USING THE FORWARD AND REVERSE PEDALS

USING THE HILO RANGE SHIFT LEVER

DRIVING ON SLOPES

USING THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL

USING THE HYDRAULIC LIFT LEVER

ENGAGING THE PTO

USING THE PTO REVERSE OVERRIDE SWITCH

HEADLIGHTS

HAZARD LIGHTS

USING THE TOP LINK RETAINER HOOK

REMOVING THE REAR PTO COVER

USING THE THREE POINT HITCH

USING THE HITCH PLATE

TRACTOR WEIGHTING

Front Weights

Information on front weights for counterbalancing rear implements.

Weighting the Rear of the Tractor

Information on rear weighting for counterbalancing front implements.

SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING THE SEAT

How to adjust the operator's seat for comfort and control.

ADJUSTING THE SEAT BELT

Instructions for adjusting the seat belt for proper fit and safety.

THREE POINT HITCH ADJUSTMENTS

How to adjust the three point hitch components for implement attachment.

ADJUSTING FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN

ADJUSTING THE BRAKES

SECTION 4: TRACTOR MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATION TABLE

Table detailing lubricant types, capacities, and intervals for the tractor.

ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT

GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION

BATTERY REMOVAL

CHARGING THE BATTERY

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

BATTERY STORAGE

HEAD LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT

HAZARD BULB REPLACEMENT

SERVICING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Main Fuse

Electrical Circuit Relays

Hazard Light Flasher Relay

CHECKING TRANSMISSIONHYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL LEVEL

CHANGING THE HYDRO TRANSMISSION AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL FILTERS

Changing Hydraulic System Filter

CHANGING THE HYDRO TRANSMISSION AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL

LUBRICATION OF DRIVE SHAFT

LUBRICATION OF FRONT AXLE

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE

TIRE MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE OF THE ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)

TRACTOR STORAGE

REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE

SECTION 5: ENGINE INFORMATION AND MAINTENANCE

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY

Information on Kohler's warranty for engine emission control systems.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE ENGINE

Procedures for cleaning the engine to prevent overheating and ensure proper airflow.

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

How to check and maintain the engine oil level.

ADDING ENGINE OIL

Instructions for adding engine oil, including warnings against overfilling.

CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER

SERVICING OIL COOLER

CHANGING THE AIR CLEANER

SERVICING THE FOAM PRECLEANER

How to wash and re-oil the foam precleaner element.

SERVICING THE PAPER ELEMENT

SERVICING THE SPARK PLUGS

CHANGING THE FUEL FILTER

SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

Hydraulic Lift System Specifications

Details on the type, control, capacity, and pressure of the hydraulic lift system.

Brakes Specifications

Information on the type of brakes and parking brake.

Power Take-Off Specifications

Specifications for PTO type, speed, shaft size, and horsepower.

Tire Specifications

Details on front and rear tire sizes.

General Dimensions

Overall length, width, height, wheelbase, ground clearance, and weight.

SECTION 7: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES

LIMITED WARRANTY

ITEMS NOT COVERED

Specific items and conditions excluded from the warranty coverage.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

Instructions on how to get service and find an authorized dealer.

HOW DOES STATE LAW APPLY?

Information on how state law affects the warranty rights.

CHANGES

Statement regarding Cub Cadet's right to make product design changes.