Cub Cadet 7530 User manual

IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 [www.cubcadet.com]
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
COMPACT TRACTOR
Model Numbers
SERIES 7000
7530
7532
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 769-01060
(1/04)

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Emission Related System Defect Warranty
Manufacturer Statement
Manufacturer Statem
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, ltd. (MHI) will give a warranty condition, required by the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency(EPA) and the California Air Resource
Board(CA RB) to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for small off-road engines
purchased in 1997 and later which are used in U.S.A.
It is the OEMs responsibility to give the following warranty to the end-users for small
off-road engines purchased in 1997 and later which are used in U.S.A.
The manufacturer of MHI small off-road engines has authorized equipment
manufacturers to be th e direct cont act for all warranty and service related questions
and/or repairs. All inquiries should be di rect ed to equipment manufacturers only.
Em issio
issio
nCo
Co
ntrol Warranty Statement
ntr
Applicable only to engines purchased in U.S.A. in 1997 and thereafter which are used
in U.S.A. .
EPA emission control defects warranty statement – Your ( Customer) defects warranty
rights and obligations:
EPA and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. are pleased to explain the emission control
system warranty on your 1997 and later small off-road engine. In U.S.A., new small
off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the EP A stringent
anti-smog s tandards. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. must warrant the emission
control system on your small off-road engine for the periods of time listed below,
pr ovided there has be en no abuse, neglect or imp r oper maintenance of your small
off-road engine.
Where a warrantable condition exists, the (OEMs) will repair your small off-road
engine at no cost to you i ncluding diagnosis, parts and labor.
Off-Road Diesel Engine
Emission Control SystemWarranty Statement

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Manufacturer
Manufacture
r
’s Emission Control Warranty Coverage
Applicable only to engines purchased in U.S.A. in 1997 and thereafter which are used
in U.S.A.
Emission control systems warranty coverage.
The small off-road engines are warranted as to emission control parts defects for a
period, which is prescribed by US EPA CFR Part 89, subject to provisions as set forth
hereafter . If any covered part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired by
(OEMs).
Owner ’s warran
s warra
n
ty responsibility
As the sma ll off-road engine owner , you ar e responsible for the performance of the
required maintenance listed in your owner ’s manual. (OEMs) recommends that you
retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine. But (OEMs)
cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure t he
performance of all scheduled maintenance.
As the small off-road engine owner, you should be aware, howe ver, that OEMs may
deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part has failed due to
abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unappr oved modifications.
You are responsible for pr esenting y our small off-road engine to an authorized service
dealer (authorized by OEMs) of small off-road engines as soon as a problem exists. The
undisputed warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not
to exceed 30 days. If you have any questi on regarding your warranty rights and
responsibilities, you should contact (CUB CADET) at 1-330-273-4550. The emissi on
warranty is a defects warranty. Defects are jud ged on nor mal engine perf ormance.
The warranty is not rela ted to an in-use emission test.
Specific W
ecific W
arranty Provisions
The following are specific provisions relative to your emissions control systems
warranty coverage.
Warr
rr
anted Parts
anted Parts
Coverage under this warranty extends only to the parts listed below (the emission
control systems parts) to the extent these parts w ere present on the engine purchased.

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Fuel injection system
Fuel injection pump
Fuel inj ectors
Inlet system
Intake manifold
Exhaust system
Exhaust manifold
Turbocharger system
Turbocharger (it equipped)
Miscellaneous items used in above systems
Cylinder Head Gasket
Valve Stem Seal
Length of Coverage
Length of Coverage
MHI warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the warranted
parts shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause the failure
of the warranted part(s) for a period, which is prescribed by US EP A CFR Part 89,
from the date the engin e is delivered to a retail purchaser.
For all engines rated under 19kW and for constant speed engines rated under 37kW
with rated speeds greater than or equal to 3,000 rp m, the warranty period is
3,000 hours or 5 years of use, whichever first occurs.
For all other engines rated at or above 19kW, the warranty period is 5,000 hours or 7
years of use, whichever f irst occurs.
No Charge
No Charge
Repair or replacement of any warranted part will be performed at no charge to the
owner, including diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted
part is defective, if the diagnostic work is perfor med at an authorized service d ealer of
small off-road engines to whom OEM s would sell engines.
Claims an
Claims an
dCoverage Exclus
Coverage Exclus
ions
Warranty claims shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OEMs engine
warranty policy . Warrant y coverage shall be excluded for failures of warr anted parts

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which are not or iginal OEMs parts or because of abuse, neglect or i mpr oper
maintenance as s et forth in the OEMs engi ne warranty policy . OEMs is not liable to
cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add-on, non-original, or modified
parts.
Maintenance
Maintenance
Any warranted part which is not scheduled for rep lacement as required maintenance
or which is scheduled only for r egular inspection to the effect of “repair or replace as
necessary” shall be warranted as to defects for the warranty period. Any warranted
part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted
as to defects only of the period of time up to t he first scheduled replacement for that
part. Any replacement part that is equivalent in performance and durability may be
used in the performance of any maintenance or repairs. The owner is responsible for
the p erformance of all required mai ntenance, as defined in t he MHI owner ’s manual.
Conse
Conse
quential Coverage
uential Coverage
Coverage hereunder sha ll extend to the failure of any engine components caused by
the failure of any warranted part still under warranty.

INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
This instruction manual contains information on the operation, lubrication
and maintenance of your tractor. The information contained is
comprehensive and essential, and is designed to assist you, even if
unexperienced, in utilizing your tractor.
How well your tractor continues to give satisfactory performance depends
greatly upon the manner in which it is operated. It is, therefore, requested
that this manual be read carefully and kept ready for use so that the
operation and maintenance service will properly be carried out in order to
keep the tractor in top mechanical condition at all times.
Should any information as to your tractor be required, consult your local
dealer or distributor stating the machine and engine serial numbers of the
tractor concerned. We are sure you will be happy with your tractor.
NOTE: Expressions such as LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, or REAR used in this
manual should be understood in accordance with following rules:
FRONT means the front grill end while REAR means the lifting arm end of
the tractor. LEFT or RIGHT means the left or right hand side of the tractor
looking forward from operator’s seat.
REAR
RIGHT
LEFT
FRONT
TURN RIGHT TURN LEFT

SERIAL NUMBERS
II
SERIAL NUMBERS
Write your machine Model Name and Serial Numbers of major components
on the lines provided. If needed, give these numbers to your dealer when
you need parts or information for your machine.
1. TRACTOR MODEL NAME
2. TRACTOR SERIAL NUMBER
3. ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
4. ROPS SERIAL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
ROPS SERIAL NUMBER PLATETRACTOR MODEL NUMBER AND
SERIAL NUMBER PLATE
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

III
GENERAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety/Decals 1~13
Specifications 14~18
Instruments/Controls 19~35
Operating Instructions 36~54
Field Operation 55~64
Tires/Wheels/Ballast 65~75
Lubrication/Filters/Fluids 76~103
Maintenance/Adjustments 104~109
Electrical System 110~116
Storage 117~118

SAFETY/DECALS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Improper handling of the tractor could cause an accident. Prior to the
operation of the tractor, be sure to read this Manual carefully and have
a thorough understanding of all of the contents. In particular, the instructions
given in this section entitled “Safety Precautions” must be strictly followed.
REMEMBER: “SAFETY” IS ONLY A WORD UNTIL IT IS PUT INTO
PRACTICE
A. GENERAL OPERATING
SAFETY PRECAUTION
1. Observe all the safety
precautions in this manual
when operating the tractor.
2. Operate the tractor while
wearing tight clothing that
allows easy movement.
Avoid loose jackets, mufflers, ties,
scarves, or loose shirt
sleeves to prevent from being
caught by moving parts.
3. Always work when you are in
good physical condition by
taking sufficient rest to avoid
overwork.
4. Do not allow children or adults
having no knowledge of the
tractor or tractor operation,
to operate the tractor.
B. BASIC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
FOR MAINTENANCE
Always follow these maintenance
instructions before operating
the tractor:
1. Immediately repair the head
lights and work lamps required
to conform to traffic regulations
where the tractor is operated.
2. Keep tractor steps clean to
avoid accidents due to
slippage.
5. Never allows riders on the
tractor, linkage drawbar or
attachment while traveling
and operating them.
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SAFETY/DECALS
3. Cover the PTO shaft with a guard
when not using.
4. Be sure to engage the brake and
lower any attachment or implement
before disassembling any part.
5. Never adjust or service the tractor
when it is in motion or while the
engine is running. Always adjust
the brake or clutch properly in
accordance with the adjusting
procedure in the instruction book.
7. Hydraulic oil or fuel escaping
under pressure can penetrate
the skin, causing serious injury.
Before disconnecting oil or fuel
lines, be sure to relieve all pressure.
Before restoring pressure after
repair, be sure all connections are
tight and all hydraulic components
are in normal condition. If injured
by leaked fluid, see a doctor
immediately for proper treatment.
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6. Do not remove the radiator cap
while the engine is running.
Shut down the engine and wait
until it cools sufficiently. For
removal, turn the cap to the first
stop to relieve pressure.
To replace the coolant, use the
coolant recovery tank.
8. When refueling, be particularly
careful first to stop the engine
completely to prevent the fuel
from igniting. Never refuel in the
presence of an open flame or
while smoking.

SAFETY/DECALS
9. Before starting any work on
electrical equipment or work that
may cause you to touch the
electrical parts accidentally, first
disconnect the battery cables.
Never remove the rubber cap
cover at the positive terminal of
the battery cable end. Before
connecting the battery to the
charger, make sure that the
charger switch is in “OFF” position.
Be sure to connect the charger to
the correct terminals on the battery
(positive to positive, negative to
negative).
A great amount of hydrogen gas is
generated by the battery when it is
being charged. Take precautions
against fire: Do not have any
exposed flame in the area where
you are working.
Be sure not to cause any leakage
of the electrolyte, since it will
corrode the skin or clothing.
In case of accident as described
below, immediately seek first aid,
and see a doctor immediately for
proper treatment.
a) If the diluted sulfuric acid from
the battery has gotten into
the eyes:
Cleanse the eyes with a lot of
clean running water for more
than 15 minutes, while opening
the eyes widely.
b) If diluted sulfuric acid from the
battery has been swallowed:
Rinse the mouth with clean
water immediately and drink
a lot of raw eggs or milk. Lie
down quietly.
c) If diluted sulfuric acid has gotten
on the skin of clothing: Wash away
the diluted sulfuric acid completely
with a lot of clean running water and
neutralize with soap solution.
Then rinse with water.
d) If the diluted sulfuric acid is spilled:
Wash away with a lot of water or
neutralize with slacked lime or
bicarbonate of soda.
10. Stop the engine and make sure
the PTO shift lever is in Neutral
before performing any of the
following services, including.
a) Removal of the propeller shaft
between PTO and any attachment.
b) Adjustment of PTO drive train
and hitch.
c) Adjustment or cleaning of PTO
driven attachment.
11.The steering wheel always has
built-in play to some extent, which
is required for smooth meshing
of sector gear and pinion gear.
Always inspect the amount of
the play. Do not operate the
tractor if there is too much or
too little play in the steering.
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C. OPERATION OF THE TRACTOR
Before driving the tractor,
follow these rules:
C-1. Before starting and Driving
the Tractor
Operate the tractor only when
seated properly in operator’s seat
and keep a firm grip on the
steering wheel at all times.
Never attempt to perform any
operation of the tractor from
anywhere else, on or off the tractor.
Always wear a “hard hat” when
operating the tractor.
C-2. Starting and Driving the Tractor
Always operate the tractor at the
proper speeds which enable you
to keep the tractor in complete
control.
To start traveling, lower the
engine speed and release the
clutch pedal slowly.
Before leaving the tractor, stop
the engine, remove the key,
apply the parking brake and
make sure that the engine has
come to a complete stop, and
any attachment is completely
touching the ground.
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SAFETY/DECALS
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Slow down when operating the
tractor on rough ground.
Never attempt to jump on or off
a moving tractor.
When starting the tractor,
operating any attachment or
engaging the PTO make sure
that no one is in the way,
especially children.
When starting the engine in an
enclosed area or building, ensure
proper ventilation by opening the
doors and/or windows to prevent
carbon monoxide inhalation.
Mount the extension exhaust pipe
on the tractor which has a cabin.

SAFETY/DECALS
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C-3. Traveling on Roads and Streets
For traveling on roads and streets
be sure to lock both brake pedals
together before driving to prevent
either brake from acting
independently.
Never operate the differential lock
while driving at high speed or
traveling on the road. For driving
the 4-WD tractor on the road,
be sure to place the 4-WD shift
lever in OFF position.
C-5. Towing and Operating
on Hills
For towing work on downward
slope, place the shift lever in low
speed and use engine brake.
Never try to reduce the speed with
brake only.
Towing a heavy object on a hill is
highly hazardous.
Widen the tread of the tractor and
mount the wheel weight or chassis
weight to increase the stability
and operate with extra precaution.
C-4. Steering and Turning the
Tractor
Slow down your tractor and
disengage the differential lock
before going into a turn, being
careful to prevent any attachments
mounted on the front or rear from
hitting anyone or anything

SAFETY/DECALS
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When operating the tractor on
either a steep slope or flat ground,
be sure not to suddenly steer,
brake, clutch or operate
attachments.
Do not operate the tractor at the
edge of cliff or slope. Be
particularly careful right after the
rain when soil is soft and may
give way easily.
Avoid operating the tractor on
an extreme slope that appears
hazardous, when forced to
operate on such slope, use extra
care. Driving forward out of a ditch
or mired condition or up a steep
slope could cause tractor to tip
over rearward.
Back out of such situation if possible.
If the situation does not permit you
to back out, use the front wheel
weight or the chassis weight for
balancing the tractor lengthwise.
Also in case any extra-heavy rear
mounting attachment is used, try
to obtain better balance in this
manner.
For towing, be sure to use the
drawbar only. Set the hitch point
below the center line of the rear axle.
When using a chain, never try to
move forward abruptly.
C-6. Using Attachment
To mount or operate attachment,
follow the instruction manual for
the particular attachment for safe
operation.
When using agricultural
chemicals with an attachment
on the tractor, always follow the
instructions in the manual for
the attachment as well as the
instructions provided by the
chemical manufacturer.

SAFETY/DECALS
IMPORTANT: Install new decals if the old decals are destroyed, lost,
painted over or can not be read. When parts are replaced that have decals,
make sure you install a new decal with each new part.
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DECALS
NOTE: New decals are available from your Dealer.
WARNING
EXPLOSION AND INJURY
CAN RESULT FROM USE
OF STARTING AIDS WITH
HOT GLOW PLUGS.
DO NOT INJECT GASOLINE
OR ETHER IN AIR INTAKE.
WARNING
BATTERIES CONTAIN ACID AND EXPLOSIVE
GAS. EXPLOSION CAN RESULT FROM
SPARKS,FLAMES, OR WRONG CABLE CON-
NECTIONS. TO CONNECT JUMPER CABLES
OR CHARGER, SEE MANUAL(S) FOR THE
CORRECT PROCEDURE. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS CAN
CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH
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SAFETY/DECALS
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WARNING
321-3710
ROTATING MACHINE PARTS
STAY CLEAR,KEEP SHIELDS INSTALLED
TO HELP PROTECT FROM CLOTHING
ENTANGLEMENT AND INJURY.
When improperly operated,this tractor can rollover or upset.Use of ROPS
and seat belt minimize the possibility of injury or death if rollover or
upset occurs.For low clearance use only,the ROPS can be lowered.NO
protection is provided in this position and the seat belt should not be
fastened.For all other uses.secure ROPS in upright position and fasten
seat belt.
WARNING
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SAFETY/DECALS
ROPS is a special safety unit. After an accident the ROPS must be
replaced so that you will get the same protection as a new ROPS.
ROPS, the seat, the seat belts and all the mounting, accessories and
wiring inside the operator’s protective area must be carefully checked
after a tractor accident and all parts with damage should be replaced
immediately. DO NOT TRY TO MAKE REPAIRS OR WELD ROPS.
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Tractor Roll Over
Safety Rules
1. Do not make modification to the ROPS. Example, welding an accessory
to the ROPS, or drilling a hole in the ROPS.
2. Special fasteners are used to install the operator protective parts.
Replacement parts must be the same as given in the Parts Catalog
for your tractor.
ROPS Label
1. ROPS is equipped with a ROPS label.
2. The label contains the ROPS serial number and applicable standards.

SAFETY/DECALS
Foldable ROPS Frame
ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)
ROPS is foldable so that the tractor can be operated in places such as
orchards where the height is restricted. See Folding the ROPS in this manual.
Normal Operating Position
For normal operation, including transport, always use the foldable ROPS
in the secured upright position with a fastened seat belt for full rollover
protection.
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When improperly operated, this tractor can roll over or upset.
Use of the ROPS and seat belt minimize the possibility of injury
or death if rollover or upset occurs. For low clearance use only,
the ROPS can be lowered. No protection is provided in this
position and the seat belt should not be fastened. For all other
uses, secure the ROPS in the upright position and the fasten
the seat belt.

SAFETY/DECALS
Low Clearance Positions
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For low clearance operation, such as operating in buildings, orchards or
vineyards, the ROPS can be lowered and secured in the down position.
No rollover protection is provided in the lowered positions and the seat
belt should not be fastened. When the low clearance operation is
completed, return the ROPS to the secured upright position for all other
tractor uses and transport.
IMPORTANT: When the ROPS frame is in the lowered position, make
sure there is clearance between the frame and hitch mounted equipment.
Slowly raise the hitch to maximum height to check for necessary clearance.
For drawbar attached and/or PTO driven equipment, check for clearance
including turning corners.