Cub Cadet 642 - Manual (Page 12)

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Loading the Cargo Box
WARNING: The utility vehicle may become
unstable if the cargo box is loaded
incorrectly. Avoid loose and shifting loads or
uneven loading of material.
• Verify cargo box is latched before loading.
• Securely anchor all loads in cargo box and do not
load beyond maximum capacity.
• The maximum box capacity is 1000 lbs.
• When loading objects into vehicle, be sure load is
securely anchored and evenly distributed in cargo
box.
• Do not load above height of cargo box front panel.
Load could shift forward striking driver or
passenger or cause driver to loose control of
vehicle.
• Avoid loads which exceed physical dimensions of
cargo box.
• Avoid concentrated loads at rear or side of cargo
box. Be sure load is distributed evenly.
• Reduce load and ground speed when operating
over rough or hilly terrain. DO NOT overload
vehicle. Limit loads to those that can be safely
controlled.
Towing Loads
WARNING: To help prevent personal injury
due to loss of control or tipping, always tow a
load slowly enough to maintain control.
• Never exceed 100lbs (45.5kg) tongue weight.
• Go slow when towing a heavy load. Allow for
increased braking distance. Tow load at a speed
slow enough to maintain control.
• Do not tow heavy loads on slopes over a 5° incline.
Transporting Vehicle
IMPORTANT: Never tow the vehicle. Transaxle damage
will occur if vehicle is towed. Haul the vehicle on a
heavy-duty trailer or on a full-size truck.
• Drive utility vehicle onto the trailer or truck and
leave transaxle gearshift lever in forward or
reverse.
• Apply parking brake and turn fuel shut-off valve to
OFF position during transport.
• Fasten vehicle to trailer or truck with straps, chains,
or cables.
SECTION 4: SERVICING YOUR UTILITY VEHICLE
Lubrication
Chain & Roller Lubrication
• In dusty or dry conditions use a dry lubrication.
• Lubrication with a good grade of petroleum oil.
Lubrication between the chain links and the
bushings.
• Clean chains with soft wire brush to remove dirt and
then spray the chain and chain rollers with chain
lube every 20 - 40 hours.
• Grease applied to the chain should be avoided.
Front Axle Lubrication
• Lubricate one grease fitting on each axle with 2 or 3
shots of grease every 50 hours.
Axle Shaft U-Joint
• Lubricate three grease fittings on each u-joint with 2
or 3 shots of grease every 100 hours.
Rear & Center Arms
• Lubricate the eight grease fittings on the rear and
center arms every 50 hours.
Engine
Read the Kohler Engine operator’s manual for any
service or maintenance information pertaining to the
engine.
Filling Fuel Tank
• Stop the vehicle on a level surface and apply
parking brake.
• Turn the ignition key to the STOP position and
remove the key.
• Allow engine to cool several minutes before you
add fuel.
• Clean area around fuel cap and remove cap.
See Figure 13.
• Fill tank with fresh, unleaded, regular grade fuel
only to bottom of filler neck. Use a minimum of 87
octane.
• After refueling, make sure tank cap is closed
securely.
Figure 13
Fuel Cap