Cub Cadet Fabricated Deck InDirect Injection Diesel Operating Instructions, When Mowing

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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Electric Blade

Hour Meter

Clutch Switch

(tach optional)

 

 

 

 

Ignition Switch

A.General

1.When Mowing:

a.Keep adults, children, and pets away from the area to be mowed.

b.When operating this mower, in the forward direction, do not allow the steering levers to return to Neutral on their own. Always maintain a firm grip on the levers, operate them smoothly and avoid any sudden movements of the levers when starting and stopping.

c.If the mower is equipped for side dis- charge, never use the mower without the discharge chute installed and placed in the down position.

d.Always remove debris and other objects from the area to be mowed (Note: debris and loose grass will reduce traction).

e.Mow only in daylight.

f.Watch for holes, sprinkler heads, and other hidden hazards.

g.Avoid driving too close to trees, creeks, ditches, sand traps, and other obstacles.

h.Before backing up, check behind and watch where you are going.

i.Always reduce speed when making a turn, and when grass is wet.

j.Always mow across slopes, never up and down the slope. Do not operate on steep slopes and slow down before turning.

Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at the bottom and work up to the top. Use extra care and go slowly when turning downhill. Control the speed and direction of the zero turn machine “primarily” with the speed/directional control (lap bar) of the downhill side of the machine...I.E., maintain the uphill side lap bar “essen- tially” in a fixed position.

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Engine throttle

k.Be careful when crossing gravel paths or roadways. Always turn off the blade clutch switch and wait until the blades stop rotat- ing and raise the cutting deck to the trans- port position. Always allow other vehicles to have the right of way.

l.If you hit a solid object while mowing, turn off the blade clutch switch, place the steer- ing levers in the neutral, opened-out posi- tion, move the throttle to slow, set the parking brake, shut off the engine, and take the key from the ignition switch. Inspect for damage. Repair the damage. Make sure the blades are in good condition and that the blade bolts are tight before restarting the engine.

m.Never leave the mower unattended without observing the following: turn off the blade clutch switch, placing the steering levers in the neutral open-out position, moving the throttle to slow, setting the parking brake, shutting off the engine and taking the key from the ignition switch.

n.Never walk or stand on the discharge side of the mower when the engine is running. Turn off the blade clutch switch if another person approaches while you are operat- ing the mower.

o.Never attempt to operate the traction unit without having the mowing deck attached.

p.Keep the mower and especially the engine and hydraulic components clean and free of grease, grass, and leaves to reduce the chance of fire and permit proper cooling.

2.Safety Awareness when Mowing

a.Do not operate on steep slopes, those above 15 degrees (27% slope).

b.Avoid turning downhill if possible, if not use extra care and go slowly.

c.Avoid turning when going downhill, traction is at a minimum going downhill.

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Contents Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Commercial Riding Mower Table of Contents Forward General Safety Operations Safety PrecautionsGeneral When Mowing Related to FuelRelated to Batteries Towing Shield Missing do not Operate Safety Decals and LabelsSpecifications When Mowing Safety Awareness when MowingOperating Instructions To Mow Grass and Produce a Striped Pat- tern Steering Levers Deck Lift Handle Park Brake Check the fluid levels and tires Initial AdjustmentsLubricate all fittings listed in the mainte- nance section Zero Turn Break-In And Operating ProceduresOrientation Initial OperationStart the Engine Parking the Mower Mower Cutting BladesMower Deck Maintenance ServiceRemoving the Mower Deck Changing a BladeChanging the Spindle Assembly Hydraulic OilChanging the Blade Drive Belts Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch Electrical CircuitDraining Hydraulic Oil Installing the Battery Battery RemovalSpecific Gravity Freezing Temp F Jump StartingInflation Pressure TiresBrakes Hydraulic Oil Tank and Filter ScrewStorage To Put the Mower Back in ServiceMaintenance Schedule OIL Chart Enginge RPM Check and Adjustment High Speed Tracking AdjustmentDeck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings Deck Center Anti-Scalp Roller SettingsLap Bar Adjustment Deck leveling Procedure Lubricating Oil Specifications Fuel SpecificationsViscosity chart Recommended SAE viscosity gradesWiring Diagram Page MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty Turf Equipment