Cub Cadet 1215 User Manual

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SECTION A-A
Figure 24.
1. Jam Nut
2. Pivot Bar Adjustment Bolts
3. Front Axle
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
The front wheels should toe-in approximately 1/8 inch.
Measure the distances A and B on the front wheels.
(See Figure 25.)
FRONT WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS.
To adjust the toe-in remove one ball joint, loosen lock
nuts “C” at the ball joint and turn the tie rod ball joint
in or out as required. (See Figure 26.)
■ ^NOTE
Dimension B should be approximately 1/8 inch
less than dimension A.
Figure 25.
■ ^NOTE
Tie rod has a bend in the center for clearance
of castle nut on pivot bar. Bend must remain
down as shown in Figure 26.
TURNING RADIUS
A
CAUTION
Be sure all parts are tightened after complet¬
ing the following adjustment.
The front wheels should have an equal angle for left
and right turns. If adjustment is necessary, remove ball
joint and loosen locknut “D”. (See Figure 26.) Turn the
drag link ball joint clockwise or counterclockwise as
required.
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Cub Cadet 1215 Specifications

Capacities

fuel tank capacity	3 gals
crankcase capacity	3 pints
transmission capacity	1-1/2 pints
transaxle capacity	2-3/4 pints

Transmission

gears	5 forward speeds and 1 reverse
forward speed	0 to 5.5 mph
reverse speed	0 to 2.35 mph

Engine Specifications

engine make and model	Briggs and Stratton
engine power	12 HP
cylinders	1
bore	3.44 in
stroke	3.06 in
displacement	28.40 cubic inches
low speed	1750 RPM
high idle speed	3400 RPM +-100

Electrical System

system voltage	12 volt neg. ground
alternator	16 amp
fuse	20 amp slow blow
headlights	GE 12 volt 1156

Tires and Dimensions

front tire size	15x6-6
rear tire size	20x10-8
wheelbase	45.0 in
length	68.50 in
turning radius	29.00 in