Cub Cadet 7254 manual Accessing the Engine Compartment, General Battery Information

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ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT

WARNING: If the tractor has been recently operated, engine surfaces (including the radiator) will be HOT. Allow the engine to cool before open- ing the hood, or use extreme caution to avoid burns when the hood is open.

To raise the hood, locate the latch release lever in the hood notch at the front of the tractor. Lift and hold the latch release lever while lifting the hood at the hood notch. See Figure 31.

HOOD

NOTCH

Lift Hood

LATCH

RELEASELift Lever

LEVER

Figure 31

To remove the two side panels:

•Flip the tabs of the two quick release fasteners up and turn to align with the slots in the side panel. See Figure 32.

•Slip the top of the side panel over and off the quick fastener tabs.

•Lift the side panel straight upward and off of the retainer pins.

To reinstall the side panels:

•Align the two holes in the bottom of the side panel with the retainer pins and slide the panel onto the pins. See Figure 32

•Align the tabs of the quick release fasteners with the slots of the side panel and slip the panel over the tabs.

•Pull the quick fastener tabs slightly outward and rotate 1/4 turn (perpendicular to slot) to lock the side panels in place. Flip the fastener tabs down.

QUICK FASTENER

Lift

Flip up

Turn

QUICK

FASTENER

SIDE

PANEL

RETAINER PINS

Figure 32

Close the hood by pushing downward until captured by the hood latch.

GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION

WARNING:

•Battery posts, terminals and related accesso- ries contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.

•Battery acid must be handled with great care, as contact with it can burn and blister the skin. It is advisable to wear protective clothing (goggles, rubber gloves and apron) when working with acid.

•Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected area immediately with clean cold water. If there is any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.

•If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean water, then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/water or baking soda/water.

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Contents Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully Operator’s ManualPage Table of Contents Calling Service InformationTo the Owner Recording Model and Serial Number Information Tractor Model PlateRops Information Plate Important Safe Operation Practices General OperationOperating the PTO Slope OperationChildren Do notSafety Frame Rops ServiceFAN Warning Label Located on Each Side of Radiator Safety LabelsStarting AID Keep HandsBattery Warning Label Located Under Hood PTO Warning Label Located on Rear PTO ShieldRoll Over Warning Label Located on RIGHT/REAR Fender Controls and Features Floorboard and Dash Panel Mounted ControlsSeat Adjustment Lever PTO SwitchIgnition Switch Steering WheelDifferential Lock Pedal Hazard Light SwitchHeadlight Switch Parking Brake LeverParking Brake Indicator Light Battery Indicator LightEngine Coolant Temperature Light PTO Indicator LightFuel Fill Cap Fender Mounted Conrtols and FeaturesPTO Reverse Override Switch PTO Selection LeverHand Holds Transmission Hi/Lo Range Shift LeverCup Holder Amber Hazard LightsRollover Protective Structure Rops Safety Interlock SystemOperation Fueling the TractorNEW Tractor BREAK-IN Procedures Starting the EngineCold Weather Starting Driving the Tractor Using Jumper Cables to Start the EngineStopping the Engine Driving on SlopesUsing the FORWARD/REVERSE Pedal Using the HI/LO Range Shift LeverStopping the Tractor Using the Differential Lock Pedal Using the Hydraulic Lift LeverUsing the PTO Selection Lever Engaging the PTOUsing the Three Point Hitch Using the PTO Reverse Override SwitchUsing the Hitch Plate LightingTractor Weighting On Demand Four Wheel DriveAdjusting the Seat Belt AdjustmentsAdjusting the Seat Three Point Hitch AdjustmentsAdjusting Front Wheel TOE-IN Check the TOE-IN AS FollowsAdjusting the Brakes Adjusting Hydraulic Lift Feedback RODMaintenance Lubrication TableGeneral Information 11 5 Lubrication and Maintenance Chart Operation to Service Intervals Be PerformedAccessing the Engine Compartment General Battery InformationBattery Removal Battery MaintenanceBattery Storage Head Light Bulb Replacement Tail Light Bulb ReplacementHazard Bulb Replacement Servicing Electrical System Instrument Panel Bulb ReplacementAccessing the Fuse Center Instrument Panel FusesMain Fuse Hazard Light Flasher RelayChecking TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC System OIL Level Changing TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC System OIL Initial Break-In Period Filter Change Check Front Axle Oil Check Final Reduction Gear Case OilChanging Front Axle and Final Reduction Gear Case OIL Lubrication of FWD Drive Shaft Maintenance of the Rollover Protective Structure RopsLubrication of Main Drive Shaft Wheel Bolt TorqueTire Maintenance Tractor StorageIf storing the tractor for 30 days or more Emptying the fuel system Using a fuel stabilizerFront of Engine Removing the Tractor from StorageEngine Information and Maintenance Limited Liability Cleaning the Radiator Screen and Radiator Engine MaintenanceCleaning the Engine Before servicingAdding Engine OIL Changing the Engine OIL and FilterChecking Engine Coolant Level Changing the AIR Cleaner Inspection of Cooling System HosesChanging the Engine Coolant Servicing the Spark Plugs Servicing the Foam PrecleanerServicing the Paper Element Changing the Fuel FilterSpecifications Hydraulic Lift System Power Take-OffGeneral Dimensions BrakesOptional Equipment and Accessories DescriptionPage CUB Cadet LLC Post Office BOX CLEVELAND, Ohio