Cub Cadet 8354 - Manual (Page 44)

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Changing the Coolant
The anti freeze and water coolant solution should be
changed every year. The cooling system capacity is
approximately 2.4 gallons.
WARNING: It is dangerous to remove the
radiator cap when the system is hot.
Allow the system to cool before
removing the radiator cap.
• Locate the radiator drain cock on the right side od
the front axle frame. Place a suitable container
beneath the drain cock.
Figure 67
• Open the radiator drain cock and remove the
radiator cap. The radiator cap must be removed
to completely drain the radiator.
• Close the radiator drain cock.
• Slowly pour coolant mixture into the filler neck of
the radiator until the level reaches the bottom of
the filler neck overflow flange.
• Wait a few minutes to allow as much air as
possible to escape through the filler neck, then
reinstall the radiator cap.
• Fill the overflow reservoir to the "FULL" mark.
• Start the engine and allow it to run for a short
period. Stop the engine.
• Recheck the coolant level in the overflow
reservoir and refill as needed. Reinstall the
reservoir cap.
Dispose of used coolant in an environmen-
tally safe manner. If necessary, contact your
area EPA office for proper disposal proce-
dures and recycling center locations.
Checking the Radiator Hoses
Check the condition of the radiator hoses and the
tightness of the hose clamps every 150 hours of
operation. Replace a damaged hose and tighten the
hose clamps if loose. See Figure 68.
It is recommended that the hoses, and if necessary
the hose clamps, be changed every two years.
Figure 68
LUBRICATING THE TRACTOR
After every 50 hours of operation apply Cub Cadet
251HEP grease (or equivalent) to all lube fittings.
Wipe away all old grease and dirt from the lube
fittings to prevent foreign materials from entering as
the new grease is applied. Use a pressure lubricating
gun to force new grease through the lube fittings of
the following tractor components:
• Front axle pivot brackets (front and back). See
Figure 69.
Figure 69
Radiator
Drain Cock
Upper
Radiator
Hose
Lower
Radiator
Hose
Hose
Clamp
Front Axle
Lube Fitting