Cub Cadet 5254 Series, 5000 Series manual Low, Using the Forward and Reverse Pedals

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USING THE FORWARD AND REVERSE PEDALS

The hydrostatic transmission provides constantly variable ground speeds within the speed rating of each transmission range. The tractor speed is controlled by the forward and reverse pedals on the front of the right running board.

The forward and reverse pedals are self neutraliz- ing. The transmission and pedals return to neutral and the tractor stops when the pedals are released.

To move forward, slowly depress the forward control pedal (See Figure 15) until the desired speed is achieved. The speed of the tractor is directly related to the distance the pedal is depressed.

PARKING

 

 

 

 

 

 

BRAKE

 

BRAKE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PEDAL

 

LEVER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Depress

 

Depress

to go

 

to go in

 

Forward

 

Reverse

Figure 15

To move in reverse, check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the reverse control pedal. See Figure 15.

NOTE: Do not use the forward or reverse control ped- als to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. The abrupt direction change may unseat the operator and will cause premature wear in the transmission. Allow the tractor to stop before chang- ing directions.

USING THE HI/LO RANGE SHIFT LEVER

WARNING: The tractor must be stopped before engaging or disengag- ing the transmission Hi/Lo range shift lever. Shifting while the tractor is in motion will cause damage to the transmission.

WARNING: Always maintain a tractor speed that allows for complete control and stability of the machine. Be aware of dangerous areas or conditions.

Pull the lever to the right side of the slot to clear the shift gate, then shift the lever as follows:

HI range — Shift the lever fully forward in slot. See Figure 16.

Forward speed 0 to 8.0 mph. Reverse speed 0 to 4.0 mph.

Hi range is normally used for transport and can be used with some tractor attachments

LOW range — Shift the lever fully rearward in slot. Forward speed 0 to 4.0 mph.

Reverse speed 0 to 2.0 mph.

Low range is recommended for use with most PTO driven tractor attachments. Low range must be used when climbing or descending slopes.

NEUTRAL — Shift the lever to the center of slot. Disengages the transmission drive.

Use ONLY for towing or moving the tractor when not under power.

PTO REVERSE

 

 

OVERRIDE

 

 

SWITCH

LOW

N

 

 

 

 

 

HI

HI/LO RANGE

SHIFT LEVER

SHIFT GATE

Figure 16

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Contents Operator’s Manual Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions CarefullyTo the Owner Table of ContentsCalling Service Information Rops Information Plate Recording Model and Serial Number InformationGeneral Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesDo not Slope OperationService Safety Frame RopsChildren Operating the PTOPage Battery Warning Label Located Under Hood Safety LabelsPTO Warning Label Located on Rear PTO Shield Roll Over Warning Label Located on RIGHT/REAR FenderControls and Features Ignition Switch PTO SwitchSteering Wheel Throttle HandlePTO Reverse Override Switch Seat Adjustment LeverHand Holds Transmission 4WD Shift LeverHeadlight Switch Hazard Light SwitchDifferential Lock Pedal Choke Control KnobEngine Coolant Temperature Light Battery Indicator LightParking Brake Indicator Light PTO Indicator LightOperation Safety Interlock SystemRollover Protective Structure Rops Fueling the TractorStarting the Engine NEW Tractor BREAK-IN ProceduresThrottle Handle Slow Fast PTO Switch ‘OFF’ Position Cold Weather Starting Using Jumper Cables to Start EngineStopping the Engine Driving the TractorLOW Using the Forward and Reverse PedalsUsing the HI/LO Range Shift Lever Using the 4WD Shift Lever Using the Differential Lock PedalDriving on Slopes Differential Lock PedalUsing the PTO Reverse Override Switch Using the Hydraulic Lift LeverEngaging the PTO LightingUsing the Three Point Hitch Using the TOP Link Retainer HookHazard Lights Removing the Rear PTO CoverTractor Weighting Using the Hitch PlateAdjusting the Seat AdjustmentsAdjusting the Seat Belt Three Point Hitch AdjustmentsAdjusting Front Wheel TOE-IN ARM Brake Pedal Brake Disc HEX NUT Adjusting the BrakesInternal Cotter PIN JAM NUT Ferrule RH Brake ROD Gauge Lubrication Table MaintenanceGeneral Information APILubrication and Maintenance Chart Illustration Service Intervals Operation to Lubrication and Maintenance ChartGeneral Battery Information Accessing the Engine CompartmentCharging the Battery Battery RemovalBattery Maintenance Battery StorageHazard Bulb Replacement Head Light Bulb ReplacementServicing Electrical System LensesInstrument Panel Fuses Accessing the Fuse CenterRelays Main FuseChecking TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC System OIL Level Access Hole Transmission Filter FenderHydraulic System Filter Part No OIL Fill Plug OIL Level Sight HoleHydraulic System OIL Filter Transmission Drain Plug Changing the Hydro Transmission and Hydraulic System OILCheck Final Reduction Gear Case Oil Check Front Axle OilChanging Front Axle and Final Reduction Gear Case OIL OIL Fill PLUG/DIPSTICK Front Axle Full MarkLubrication of FWD Drive Shaft Lubrication of Drive ShaftWheel LUG NUT Torque Front Axle Drain PlugTire Inflation Chart Tire MaintenanceMaintenance of the Rollover Protective Structure Rops Removing the Tractor from Storage Front of EngineTractor Storage Engine Information and Maintenance Limited Liability Checking Engine OIL Level Engine Maintenance Cleaning the EngineCleaning the Radiator Screen and Radiator Changing the Engine OIL and Filter Adding Engine OILHEX Drain Cock Engine Valve Coolant Full Mark ADD Mark ReservoirRemote Radiator CAP Filler Neck Overflow Hose Checking Engine Coolant LevelPaper Element AIR Cleaner Body Base Seal Changing the AIR CleanerInspection of Cooling System Hoses Changing the Engine CoolantServicing the Paper Element Servicing the Foam PrecleanerServicing the Spark Plugs Changing the Fuel FilterSpecifications General Dimensions Power Take-OffHydraulic Lift System BrakesDescription Model Number Optional Equipment and AccessoriesCLEVELAND, Ohio CUB Cadet LLC Post Office BOX