Cub Cadet EX2900, EX3200 manual Power Take OFF PTO, Be careful to avoid injury

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9.POWER TAKE OFF (PTO)

9.POWER TAKE OFF (PTO)

WARNING

ALWAYS ensure all moving components have stopped rotating before connecting, disconnecting, adjusting, cleaning or servicing any Power Take Off (PTO)-driven implement.

ALWAYS ensure the Power Take Off (PTO) shaft cover is installed. NEVER replace the Power Take Off (PTO) shaft cap when the shaft is moving.

ALWAYS follow the Power Take Off (PTO) -driven implement operation manuals and safety decals and instructions before installing or operating any Power Take Off (PTO) -driven implements.

ALWAYS engage the parking brake securely and put wheel chocks in front and behind the rear wheels. NEVER approach or touch any rotating component.

1. Operating the Power Take Off (PTO)

WARNING

Be careful to avoid injury:

●Before connecting, disconnecting, adjusting or cleaning any Power Take Off (PTO)-driven implement, be sure to disengage the Power Take Off (PTO), shut down the engine, and make sure that all

the components have stopped their rotation. ●Do not approach rotating drivelines.

●Entanglement with rotating driveline can lead to serious injury or even death.

●Keep hands, feet and clothing away from the rotating driveline.

●Make sure that all shields and guards are in position and are correctly used.

CAUTION

●Do not run the engine at 2800 rpm or more while the

Power Take Off (PTO) is engaged.

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Contents Page Page Welcome to the World of Cub Cadet Yanmar Tractor IntroductionEx2900 / 3200 Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Point Hitch and Drawbar 11-1 14-16 18-1 About This Manual Safety PrecautionsSafety Alert Symbol Precautions Before Operating Your Tractor Starting Your Tractor Safe Practices for Operating Your TractorWorking with Your Tractor Considerations for Safety of ChildrenDo not Operating Your Tractor on SlopesSafe Practices for Parking Your Tractor Traveling on a RoadUsing the 3-Point Hitch Operating the Power Take Off PTOSafe Practices for Servicing Your Tractor Safety Precautions Safety-Alert Symbol Understanding the Tractor Safety DecalsCare of DANGER, Warning and Caution Decals CY1A8160-85180 CY1A8160-85170CY1A8160-65321 CY1A8160-65350 CY1A8160-65310CY1A8160-65370 CY1A8160-65360CY1A8160-51520 CY1A8160-65300BCY1A7880-65620 CY124764-44810 CY198220-65621CY119629-77091 Servicing the Tractor Specifications Table SpecificationsTraveling Speeds Implement Capacities Implement Capacities Appearance Names and Functions of ComponentsOperator Station Controls Instrument Panel, Switches and Hand Controls Hazard Lights Button Switch Headlight / Turn Signal SwitchPRE-OPERATION Check Precautions Before the OperationPre-Operation Check Routine CheckStarting the Engine Operating the EngineSet the range shift lever to the Neutral position Depress the clutch pedal Pull the throttle control lever by 1/3 to 1/2 StrokeOFF position Turn the starter key switch to the Start positionOn position Start positionChecking the Lights on the Instrument Panel Important Avoid starter damage Starting the Engine in Cold WeatherShutting Down the Engine Turn the range shift lever to the Neutral position Restarting a stalled EngineImportant Avoid engine damage Accident Hazard Operating the TractorChanging the lubricating oil for the new tractor Operating a New TractorRaising and Lowering the Roll-Over Protective Structure Rops Raising Unfolding the Roll-Over Protective Structure Rops Operation of the Tractor Adjust the operators position. Adjusting the Operators SeatFastening the Retractable Seat Belt Turn signals switchHazard Lights HeadlightsStart the engine Select travel speed. Range Shift LeverWheel Drive Lever Disengage the parking brake Raise the implementDrive Pedals Disengaging the Cruise Control Engaging the Cruise ControlStopping Travel of the Tractor Emergency Stop ProcedureAvoid injury Slow down before making a turn Engaging the Parking Brake Parking the TractorDisengaging the parking brake Differential Lock Safe Practices for OperationEngaging the Differential Lock Disengaging the Differential LockSafely Driving the Tractor on Roads Pushing or Towing the Tractor Operating on Slopes Transporting the Tractor on a Trailer3013748 Uphill / Downhill About the Power SteeringSteep Downhill Be careful to avoid injury Power Take OFF PTONeutral position Installing an Implement to the Power Take Off PTO Drivelines Power Take OFF PTO Switch plunger Seat safety switch Point Hitch Point Hitch and DrawbarPrepare the Implement Being Mounted 10-1Top Link Using the 3-Point Hitch Adjusting the Right Lift LinkSway Links 10-2Drawbar Adjusting the DrawbarMaximum Allowable Load on the Drawbar 10-310-4 Using the Safety ChainPoint Hitch Control System Hydraulic System11-1 11-2 Hydraulic Flow Control / Stop KnobImplement Control Lever Controlling the Implement Control Valve11-3 11-4 Using the Hydraulic Lock Lever11-5 Connecting the Implement Hydraulic HosesTires TIRES, Wheels and Ballast12-1 Service Intervals Wheel AdjustmentChecking the Wheel Bolt Tightening Torque Specified TorqueTread Centerline Width Adjusting the Rear Tread12-3 Rear Wheels Front WheelsBallast Front End Weights optionFront Ballast 12-4Using Liquid Weight for the Tires Maximum Weight12-5 Avoid injuryMaintenance Check List Maintenance13-1 13-2 LubricantsTechnical Document Replacement PartsParts 13-3Warranty and Repair of the Engine Periodic ServiceExplosion Hazard 14-1Opening / Closing the Hood Opening / Closing the Hood and Side PanelsOpening the Hood 14-2Opening / Closing the Side Panels Closing the Hood14-3 Checking the Engine Oil Level Daily Checks14-4 14-5 Inspecting the Transmission Oil Level14-6 Checking and Adjusting the BrakeChecking the Radiator Hoses and Clamps Checking and Adjusting the Clutch14-7 14-8 Checking the Tire Air PressureTire pressures Cleaning the Radiator Cooling Fins Cleaning the Radiator Cooling Screen14-9 Checking the Power Steering line Cleaning the Grille and Side ScreensChecking the Fuel line Checking the Headlights, Hazard Lights, etc14-11 Checking the Cooling System14-12 Refilling the Fuel TankBio-diesel Fuels 14-13 Inspection Procedure for Safety Interlock SystemMid-Power Take Off PTO Engagement Lever Switch option Range Shift Lever Neutral Switch14-14 Seat Safety Switch Rear Power Take Off PTO Engagement Lever Switch14-15 First 50 Hours Every 50 Hours Grease SpecificationsChecking the Front Axle Oil Level 14-1714-18 Lubricating Grease Fittings on the TractorExtremely wet or muddy conditions All other conditionsLubricating the Seat Slide Rails Lubricating the Hydraulic Implement Control Valve LinkageLubricating the 3-Point Hitch 14-19Servicing the Fan and Alternator Belt Adjusting the Belt TensionChecking the Belt Tension Replacing the BeltChecking the Fuel / Water Separator Checking the Battery Condition14-21 Servicing the Air Filter Element Every 100 HoursServicing the Primary Air Filter Element 14-2214-23 Servicing the Secondary Air Filter Element14-24 Engine Oil Every 200 HoursChanging the Engine Oil and Filter 14-25Checking the Air Intake Hoses and Clamps Inspecting and Adjusting the Toe-in14-26 Every 300 Hours Illustration shows a Mid-Power Take Off PTO-typeTransmission Oil 14-2714-28 Front Axle Case Oil Every 500 HoursChanging the Front Axle Case Oil 14-2914-30 Replacing the Fuel FilterServicing the Cooling System Every 1000 HoursDraining the Cooling System 14-31Filling the Cooling System Flushing the Cooling System14-32 Recommended Engine Coolant Adjusting the Engine Valve ClearanceChecking the Fuel Injection Nozzle Checking the Fuel Injection PumpSelecting the Rotational Direction of Front Tires General MaintenanceChanging Wheel Spacing and Tread Width 14-34Special Note for the Battery Battery15-1 15-2 Servicing the Battery SafelyRemoving and Installing the Battery Inspecting the BatteryRemoving the Battery 15-3Cleaning the Battery and Terminals Installing the Battery15-4 15-5 Using a Booster BatteryFuses Replacing the Accessory FusesChecking the Alternator Fuse and the Main Fuse 15-6Replacing the Headlight Bulb Bulb15-7 Avoid personal injuryReplacing the Tail Light Bulb Replacing the Turn Signal / Hazard Lights Bulb15-8 Headlights Adjusting the HeadlightsReplacing the Instrument Panel Light Bulb 15-9Safe Practices for Storage StoragePreparing the Machine for Storage 16-1Engine Preparing the Fuel and Engine for Storage16-2 Important Be very careful to avoid damage16-3 Preparing the Stored Tractor for OperationHow to Use the Troubleshooting Table Troubleshooting17-1 17-2 MachineSteering Brake17-3 18-1 Index
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EX2900, EX3200 specifications

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