Cub Cadet 1215 User Manual

foreign objects, a small object may have been over¬
looked and could be accidentally thrown by the
mower in any direction and cause injury.
11. Clear work area of objects which might be picked
up and thrown in any direction by the mower and
cause injury.
12. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives,
walks or roads.
13. Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into
neutral before attempting to start engine.
14. Disengage power to attachment(s) and stop engine
before leaving operating position.
15. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Stay clear of the discharge opening at all
times as the rotating blade(s) can cause injury.
16. Disengage power to attachment(s) and stop engine
before making any repairs or adjustments. Discon¬
nect the spark plug wire(s) and keep the wire(s)
away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
17. Before attempting to unclog the mower or discharge
chute, stop the engine. The mower btade(s) may
continue to rotate for a few seconds after the engine
is shut off. Therefore, be sure the blade(s) have
stopped completely. Disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and keep the wire(s) away from the'plug to
prevent accidental starting.
18. Disengage power to attachment(s) when transport¬
ing or not in use.
19. Take all possible precautions when leaving vehicle
unattended such as disengaging power-take-off,
lowering attachments, shifting into neutral, setting
parking brake, stopping engine and removing key.
20. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or
downhill. Mow up and down face of steep slopes;
never across the face. Use extreme caution if it is
necessary to drive the tractor up an incline or back
the tractor down an incline because the front of the
tractor could lift and rapidly flip over backward
which could cause serious injury.
21. Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to
prevent tipping or loss of control. Always keep the
tractor in gear when going down steep hills to take
advantage of engine braking action.
22. Stay alert for holes in terrain and other hidden
hazards.
23. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equip¬
ment.
A. Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
B. Limit loads to those you can safely control.
C. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.
D. Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when
suggested in owner’s manual.
24. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near road¬
ways.
25. When using any attachments, never direct
discharge of material toward bystanders. Do not
allow anyone near vehicle while in operation.
26. Handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable.
A. Use approved fuel container.
B. Never remove cap or add fuel to a running or
hot engine or fill fuel tank indoors. Wipe up
spilled fuel.
C. Open doors if engine is run in garage.
Exhaust fumes are dangerous. Do not run
engine indoors.
27. Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating
condition, and keep safety devices in place. Use
guards as instructed in operator’s manual.
28. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
29. Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark. Allow engine to cool before storing
in any enclosure.
30. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of grass,
leaves or excessive grease.
31. The vehicle and attachment should be stopped and
inspected for damage after striking a foreign object.
The damage should be repaired before restarting
and operating the equipment.
32. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine.
33. When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as fol¬
lows:
A. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
B. Never make a cutting height adjustment while
engine is running if operator must dismount to
do so.
C. Shut the engine off and 'wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before removing
the grass catcher.
D. Check blade mounting bolts for proper tight¬
ness at frequent intervals.
34. Check grass catcher bags frequently for wear or
deterioration. For safety protection, replace only
with new bag meeting original equipment
specifications.
35. Look behind to make sure the area is clear before
placing the transmission in reverse and continue
looking behind while backing up. Disengage blades
before shifting into reverse and backing up.
36. This unit should not be driven up a ramp onto a
trailer or truck under power, because the unit could
tip over, causing serious personal injury. The unit
must be pushed manually to load properly.
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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