Operator’s Manual 4x2 Utility Vehicle Model 414 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Important Safe Operation Practices Know Your Utility Vehicle Operating Your Utility Vehicle Servicing Your Utility Vehicle Service Chart Content Accessories Specifications Troubleshooting Commercial Warranty Residential Warranty Page 3 7 10 12 16 Page 17 17 18 23 24 FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new utility vehicle. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate or service this vehicle. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.
Children 25. Do not start or operate vehicle in an inside area, unless it is adequately ventilated. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide fumes, which are very poisonous and can be deadly. 26. Do not change engine governor setting or over speed the engine. The governor is set at the factory for safe operating speed. 27. Assure safety interlock switch is adjusted correctly so engine cannot be started unless gearshift is in the neutral position. 28.
c. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. d. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. f. Never fuel machine indoors. g.
WARNING WARNING • This is an off-road utility vehicle. Do not operate on public highways. It handles and maneuvers differently than a normal passenger car. Sharp, high speed turns or abrupt maneuvers can cause vehicle to roll over or go out of control. • Handling and maneuvering characteristics of vehicle change depending upon cargo load. Heavy loads will affect steering, braking, stability and overall handling of vehicle. • Read and understand operator's manual before operating vehicle.
SECTION 2: KNOW YOUR UTILITY VEHICLE NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the utility vehicle is observed from the operating position. Figure 1 Brake Pedal Read this operator’s manual, safety labels, and operating instructions on the vehicle before operating. Compare the illustrations in this manual with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Reference to the right or left hand side of unit is observed from the operating position.
• • Horn Switch (Optional) To engage the parking brake, push brake pedal down firmly, pull out on the parking brake latch, and release foot from brake pedal. Brake pedal will stay down and parking brake light on dash will come on to indicate parking brake is engaged. To release parking brake, push down on brake pedal and parking brake latch will release. The horn switch is located on the right side of the dash panel. Push button to activate horn. See Figure 4.
Hour Meter Adjustable Seat Lever The hour meter is located in the center of the warning light cluster. It reads the elapsed time engine has run. See Figure 6. The adjustable seat lever is located beneath the driver’s seat on the front side and it is used to move the seat forward and backward. See Figure 9. • Choke • The choke lever is located on the left side of the dash panel. The choke is used when starting a cold engine. It richens the fuel mixture for cold weather starting. See Figure 7.
SECTION 3: OPERATING YOUR UTILITY VEHICLE Starting Engine WARNING: This is an off-road utility vehicle and it should not be operated on public highways. Know and comply with all laws and regulations governing the use of off-highway vehicles in your area. • • • • • IMPORTANT:Before starting the engine read this manual and the Engine manual thoroughly to understand all instructions. • WARNING: Do not run an engine in an enclosed area. Move the vehicle to an outside area before running the engine.
Operating The Headlights • Lift cargo box. To turn the utility vehicle’s headlights on: • Start the engine following the instructions earlier in this section. • Turn the key one notch counterclockwise into the On/Lights position of the ignition switch. Refer to Figure 4. To turn the utility vehicle’s headlights off: • Turn the key either into the On position (to leave the engine running) or the Stop position (to shut the engine off). Refer to Figure 4.
Towing Loads IMPORTANT:If dumping by electric lift, stop immediately if actuator clutch slippage occurs. Lower cargo box completely and remove excess load by hand before dumping. • WARNING: To help prevent personal injury due to loss of control or tipping, always tow a load slowly enough to maintain control. Reconnect the tailgate to the cargo box. Do not drive the vehicle with cargo box in the raised position.
• • • • Fuel Cap Connect negative (-) jumper cable to booster battery negative (-) post (C). Connect the other end (D) of negative (-) jumper cable to a metal part of the disabled machine frame away from battery. Start the engine of the disabled machine and run machine for several minutes. Carefully disconnect the jumper cables in the exact reverse order: negative cable first and then the positive cable. Jumper Cables Figure 13 D Battery WARNING: The battery produces a flammable and explosive gas.
Fuses • • • Front Wheels • Raise hood to get access to under the dash panel. Remove the appropriate electrical fuse and replace with proper amperage fuse. (See schematic under hood) Reattach socket and lower hood. Secure hood to dash. • • • • Tire Pressure • WARNING: Explosive separation of tire and rim parts is possible when they are serviced incorrectly. Do not stand in front or over tire assembly when inflating. • • The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 5-7 psi for all tires.
• • satisfactory brake performance is obtained and equalizer is level. See Figure 19. Remove oil cap and add approximately 22 oz of 8090 Weight Oil. Install oil cap, and lower and latch cargo box. Equalizer Bracket Drive Belt Brake Adjustment Nut WARNING: Fingers or loose clothing can get caught in rotating parts. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing. Jam Nut • Park vehicle on level surface and apply parking brake. • Raise and secure cargo box, if manual lift.
Cleaning • • • • The body panels are scratch and impact resistant automotive quality ABS plastic. The use of standard car wash soap and non-abrasive car wax is acceptable for cleaning the body panels. Avoid any abrasive cleaner or rubbing compounds for these will damage the body panels. Dry thoroughly to avoid water spots. Prepare fuel system for storage. If planning to store vehicle with fuel tank empty: • Add a small quantity of fresh stabilized fuel to tank. Run engine until it runs out of fuel.
SECTION 6: ACCESSORIES Description Electric Bed Lift Manual Bed Lift Horn Rear Electric Outlet Front/Rear Hitch Front Brush Guard Floor Mat Front Receiver (Requires Hitch) Canopy Cab Enclosure Cart (20 Cubic Ft.) NOTE: Some of these accessories may come already equipped on your vehicle. If they are not equipped, they may be ordered through your local Cub Cadet service dealer.
SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Trouble Possible Cause(s) Engine will not start Battery has low voltage. Loose or corroded battery connections. Fusible link is melted. Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected. Faulty spark plug or coil. Fuel shut-off valve turned off. No Fuel or improper fuel. Plugged fuel filter. Defective starter solenoid. Open-circuit in wiring. Engine is cold. Plugged fuel filter. Carburetor not adjusted properly or dirty. Engine oil viscosity too heavy.
ELECTRONIC SHIFT MODULE – FAULT CODE LIST If your unit does not shift properly, the ESM will let you know there is a problem using the following table of fault codes. Once you select a gear, the instrument panel will illuminate a gear light, or a combination of gear lights. These lights can be used to determine if the vehicle shifted properly, or if there is a shifting issue.
FAULT CODES DEFINED Code 1: “REVERSE” and “NEUTRAL” lights flash Action A - Vehicle is in “FORWARD” and operator attempts a shift to “NEUTRAL” • This lets the operator know the vehicle was supposed to go to neutral, but probably ended up in reverse. The vacuum actuator probably shifted the transmission into reverse because the signal to stop at neutral was not present. However, it may not have shifted out of forward if there was mechanical binding, or loss of vacuum.
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CUB CADET CORPORATION MANUFACTURER’S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (COMMERCIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET LLC (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: (RESIDENTIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “Cub Cadet” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
