Cub Cadet SLTX1054 warranty Driving The Tractor, Reverse Caution Mode

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Driving The Tractor

WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops.

1.Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.

2.To travel FORWARD, slowly press the upper portion of the drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved. See

Fig. 5-1.

Drive Pedal

Reverse Pedal

Figure 5-1

3.To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear, then slowly depress the lower portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your foot (NOT your heel) until the desired speed is achieved. See Fig. 5-1.

Caution: Do NOT attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before moving the tractor from forward to reverse or vice versa.

WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the engine off and remove the ignition key.

Reverse Caution Mode

The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged.

NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.

Warning! Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area.

To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE:

NOTE: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.

1.Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous page.

2.Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the key switch module. See Fig. 5-2.

Indicator

Reverse

Push Button

Light

 

 

Reverse

Stop

Caution Mode

Position

Position

 

 

Start

 

Position

Figure 5-2

3.Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular

Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module. The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key switch module will be ON while activated. See Fig. 5-2.

4.Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.

5.Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children are around. After resuming forward motion, return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position.

The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:

a.The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING position or STOP position or

b.The operator leaves the seat.

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Section 5 — Operation

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents To The OwnerThank You Record Product InformationImportant Safe Operation Practices California Proposition General OperationSlope Operation Do NotService General ServiceChildren TowingDo not modify engine Spark ArrestorSafety Symbols SymbolImportant Safe Operation Practices Contents of Crate Assembly & Set-UpTractor Set-Up Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels Connecting the Battery CablesChecking Tire Pressure Adjusting the Seat Gas and OilControls and Features Seat Adjustment LeverBrake Pedal Throttle/Choke Control LeverIgnition Switch Module Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter LCDDeck Lift Lever Drive PedalPTO / Blade Engage Knob Fuel Level IndicatorParking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Safety Interlock Switches OperationStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineReverse Caution Mode Driving The TractorEngaging the Parking Brake Setting the Cruise Control Using the Deck Lift LeverDriving On Slopes Operating the HeadlightsOnoff MowingMaintenance & Adjustments Maintenance ScheduleMaintenance Changing the Engine OilAir Cleaner Spark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission Cleaning the TractorSmart Jet Lubrication Front WheelsPivot Points & Linkage Deck WheelsDeck Spindle AdjustmentsLeveling the Deck Front To Rear Steering Adjustment Parking Brake AdjustmentBall Joint Adjustment Gear Hex Bolt Leveling the Deck Side to SideCutting Deck Removal ServiceInsert Ratchet Here Deck Idler Bracket Deck Lift Arm Deck Support Pin Cutting BladesFlange Lock Nut Block of Wood Jump Starting BatteryCharging Fuse Tires Changing the Deck BeltChanging the Transmission Drive Belt Hex Screws Belt Keeper RodOuter Spindle Pulleys PulleyPTO Belt Troubleshooting Problem Cause RemedyReplacement Parts Component Part Number and DescriptionComponent Part Number and DescriptionAttachments & Accessories Model Number DescriptionPage Your Warranty Rights and Obligations Vapor lines U.S.A Manual del Operador Al propietario GraciasÍndice Registro de información de productoProposición 65 de California Medidas importantes de seguridadFuncionamiento general Haga lo siguiente Funcionamiento en pendientesNo haga lo siguiente Servicio NiñosRemolque Manejo seguro de la gasolinaAviso referido a emisiones No modifique el motorGuardachispas Advertencia Superficie Caliente El poste de una empalizada Montaje y Configuración Configuración del tractorContenido del cajón Mover Manualmente el TractorControl de la presión de los neumáticos Instalación del cable de la bateríasAjuste de las ruedas de calibración de la plataforma Ajuste del asiento Gasolina y aceiteControles y Características Control del regulador/cebadorPedal de freno Palanca de ajuste del asientoPedal de la transmisión Módulo del interruptor de encendidoPedal de la marcha atrás Indicador de nivel de combustible Cargo NetoBatería Si el motor equipados Encendido del motor FuncionamientoDetención del motor Operación en pendientes Conducción del tractorBotón de Utilización de la palanca de elevación de la plataforma Corte de céspedFuncionamiento de los faros delanteros Colocación del freno de mano Activación del control de cruceroMantenimiento y Ajustes Calendario de mantenimientoMantenimiento MotorLimpieza del tractor Depurador de aireBujía de encendido Palanca de cambioLubricación Ruedas delanterasPuntos de pivote y varillaje Ruedas de plataformaHusillo de plataforma AjustesNivelación de la plataforma adelante atrás Nivelación de la plataforma lado a lado Ajuste del freno de manoAjuste del volante Engranaje De ajuste Perno HexagonalExtracción de la plataforma de corte ServicioInserte aquí Trinquete Soporte de la Cubierta Polea Cuchillas de corte Para retirar las cuchillas, haga lo siguienteArranque por medio de conexión en puente BateríaCarga de la batería Fusible NeumáticosCambio de la correa de transmisión Cambio de la correa de la plataformaPTO Solución de Problemas Cebador no activadoEl motor vacila a altas Piezas de reemplazo ComponenteComponente Número de pieza y Descripción Aditamentos y Accesorios DescripciónSUS Derechos Y Obligaciones EN Cuanto a LA Garantía Líneas de vapor GDOC-100014 REV. B

SLTX1054 specifications

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