Cub Cadet 2000 Series - Manual (Page 16)

2000 Series Tractors
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Throttle cable adjustment
If the engine does not achieve its high (no load) speed when the throttle is moved to the full throttle position,
check the cable adjustment before performing any other engine or carburetor inspections.
To adjust the throttle cable:
1. Raise the hood and locate the engine control panel.
2. Operate the throttle lever while observing its direc-
tion of movement. See Figure 2.13.
3. Loosen the screw that secures the throttle cable
clamp.
4. Push and hold the throttle arm at the full throttle
position.
5. While holding the throttle arm, remove the slack in
the cable by pulling the cable jacket back through
the clamp.
6. Tighten the screw in the clamp to secure the cable.
7. Start the engine.
8. Check the engine RPMs using a tachometer.
NOTE: Refer to the service manual provided by the
engine manufacturer for any further engine
speed adjustments needed.
Choke cable adjustment
If the engine is difficult to start or runs roughly after it warms up, check the choke cable setting before performing
any other engine or carburetor inspections.
To adjust the choke cable:
1. Remove the air filter.
2. Locate the engine control panel.
3. Loosen the screw that secures the choke cable
clamp.
4. Move the choke arm until the choke plate is fully
closed.
NOTE: Look down the carburetor throat to confirm
that the choke plate is fully closed.
See Figure 2.14.
5. While holding the choke arm, remove the slack in
the cable by pulling the cable jacket back through
the clamp.
6. Tighten the screw in the clamp to secure the cable.
7. Check the operation of the cable and choke plate.
8. Re-install the air filter.
9. Test run the tractor in a safe area before returning it to service.
Figure 2.13
Throttle cable
Choke cable
Figure 2.14
Choke plate closed