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Owner Your new I nternational@ Cade~ 80 Lawn Tractor is designed to meet today's exacting operating requirements. It is built for efficient, economical performance, ease of operation, and with the ability to adjust to various conditions. These features lighten your work and shorten your hours on the job. You are urged to consult your I nternational Harvester dealer concerning unusual conditions or special applications. Let the experience of your dealer and the organization associated with him se
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DELIVERY DATE: efficient operation of the tractor. Assembled in this manual are operating, main- tenance and lubrication instructions for the Inter- LEFT and RIGHT indicate the left and right sides national@ Cade~ 80 Lawn Tractor. This material of the lawn tractor when facing forward in the has been prepared in detail in the hope that it will driver's seat. help you to better understand the correct care and 2
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symbol is used to call your attention to instructions concerning your personal safety. Besure to observe and follow these instructions. Know the controls and how to stop quickly. No one should operate this machine while under READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL. the influence of intoxicants or drugs that impair the senses or reactions. To avoid injury or a possible accident, whenever Do not allow anyone in the area parellel to the the operator dismounts from lawn tractor or leaves the machine unattended
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6 -Ignition switch 1 -Steering wheel 7 -Speed control lever 2 -Mower clutch lever 8 -Speed control stop 3 -Clutch brake pedal 9 -Lift handle release button 4 -Clutch brake pedal lock 5 -Choke and throttle control 4
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1-Fuel tank filler cap 4-0il gauge and filler tube 2-Fuelline shut-off 5-Alternator 3-Air cleaner 6-0il drain plug NOTE: The tractor hood is arranged to swing up and forward in order to make the engine, fuel tank, air cleaner, etc. readily accessible. 5
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INSTRUMENTS AND CDNTRDLS 1-High tension wire 4-Carburetor 2-Spark plug 5-Fuel line 3-Muffler 6-Air cleaner BEFORE OPERATING THE ENGINE Lubrication See Lubrication I nstructions, Pages 18 to 22. Fuel System This engine is designed to operate on leaded gasoline with a 93 minimum octane rating or on unleaded gasoline with a 91 minimum octane rating (Research Method). Crankcase Check oil level. See page 5. 6
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STARTING THE ENGINE turn the key off and wait a few minutes, then tryagain. NOTE: The lawn tractor is equipped with a safety starting system that requires the mower clutch After the engine starts, slowly move the choke and control lever to be in the disengaged position and throttle control lever to the "F AST" position. the clutch-brake pedal depressed all the way before the starter will turn the engine. Clutch-Brake Pedal The following steps should be taken to start the The combination clutch-b
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DRIVING THE LAWN TRACTOR A CAUTION! To prevent an accident, A CAUTION! Until you have the feel of always disengage the mower, set the your lawn tractor, go slowly at first, speed control lever in neutral position, avoid sharp turns at high speed, and on set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove steep slopes to avoid an upset or loss of control. the ignition key when leaving the machine un- attended. An adjustable speed control stop is provided to allow the operator to return to a predet
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ADJUSTING AND OPERATING CLEANING THE MOWER To detach the blade, place a large wood block between the cutting edge and housing to keep the blade from rotating. Then remove the hex. head Clean the underside of the mower at the end of the mowing season and when the buildup of cut capscrews, nuts and washers. material on the underside is noticed. When replacing blades use the reverse procedure, CAUTION! To prevent an accident or except put the wood block between the wing of possible injury, always s
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ADJUSTING AND OPERATING ATTACHING AND DETACHING THE MOWER 5. Raise the mower by hand, first on one side and -Continued then the other, to disconnect the mower lift links from the lift arms. ~A'$;~..f.1. 1-Front mower hanger bracket 2-Front mower leveling link 3-Klik pin 1-Front foot rest support bracket 2-Main drive pulley and belt guide 3-Mower drive belt idler 1-Mower linkage rod and clevis 2-Lift links 3-Lubrication fittings 4-Belt guides 1-Lift handle 2-Lift arm 3. Disconnect the mower linka
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ADJUSTING AND OPERATING LEVELING THE MOWER NOTE: Substitute belts may not be satisfactory. Use only specified replacements. See your Interna- A properly leveled mower is one where the blades tional Harvester dealer. are cutting parallel to the ground. Should level adjustment be necessary due to tire variation orwear, proceed as follows: Refer to the instructions for attaching and detach- ing the mower. CAUTION! To avoid possible injury, stop the engine, disconnect the high tension wire to the s
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ADJUSTING AND OPERATING After removing the hydrostatic belt, remove the CRANKSHAFT IVIAIN DRIVE AND HYDRO- crankshaft main drive belt. STATIC FINAL DRIVE BELTS -Continued Push up on the hydrostatic final drive belt idler pulley in order to remove the hydrostatic belt. Belt must be removed from the intermediate pulley first. It may also be necessary to turn the engine When installing new belts reverse the above pro- crankshaft by hand in order to slip the belt over cedure. the intermediate pulley
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CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS Start the engine and allow it to warm up at 3000 RPM. Turn needle valve in until engine misses (lean mixture) then turn it out past smooth operating point until engine runs unevenly (rich mixture). Turn needle valve to the mid-point between rich and lean so engine runs smoothly. Hold throttle at idle position and set idle speed, adjusting screw until engine idle speed is 1800 RPM. Hold throttle at idle position and turn idle valve in (lean) and out (rich) until engine idle
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM A CAUTION! Electrical storage batteries use a spark plug wrench when removing or reinstalling the plug. give off highly inflammable hydrogen gas when charging and continue to do so for some time after receiving a steady charge. Do not under any circumstances allow an electric spark or Be sure the gasket is in good condition, and screw an open flame near the battery. Do not lay tools plug in tightly. Do not tighten more than enough across battery terminals as this may result in
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ENGINE COOLING Wash the foam element in kerosene or liquid detergent and water to remove all dirt. Also clean This is an air cooled engine. Air must circulate the air cleaner body and cover. freely around the engine. Keep the cooling fins and housing area free of accumulated dirt and trash or Wrap the foam element in a cloth and squeeze dry. engine will overheat and result in damage to Then, saturate the element in engine oil (SAE-30). moving parts. Squeeze the element to remove excess oil and r
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STORING THE LAWN TRACTOR Wash or clean and completely lubricate the lawn your riding mower in a dry and protected tractor. See "lubrication Guide". This tractor has place. Leaving the lawn tractor outdoors, exposed a fiberglass hood and grille. Use only a mild soap or to the elements, will result in materially shortening detergent. Do not use ammonia base or abrasive its life. cleansers. Remove the battery and place it in a cool, dry place above freezing (+32°F.). Check the battery at least once
