Cub Cadet 3185 Ignition / Light Switch, Center Lift Height Indicator, Transmission Release Rod

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Ignition / Light Switch

To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch when the tractor is not in use. The combination lights and ignition switch has four positions. See Figure 8 for a description of each position.

Off

On/Lights

On

Start

Figure 8

Center Lift Height Indicator

The center lift height indicator is located in the left running board. This indicator shows the operator the relative height position setting of the hydraulic center lift system. The lower number indicates a lower setting.

Transmission Release Rod

The transmission release rod is located at the back of the tractor in the draw bar. This rod, when engaged, allows the tractor to be pushed short distances by hand.

To disengage the transmission, pull back on the rod until its locking flange is visible outside the drawbar, then lift the rod up into the slot and release. To reengage the transmission, pull back on the rod, drop out of the slot and release.

Transmission Oil Fill/Dipstick

The transmission oil fill/dipstick is located at the back of the tractor in the rear draw bar. The handle of the trans-

mission oil dipstick serves as the fill tube plug and should fit snugly in the fill tube.

Fuel Fill Cap

The fuel fill cap is located on the fender to the left of the seat.

Cup Holder

The cup holder is located on the fender to the left of the seat.

Hydraulic Lift Lever

The hydraulic lift lever is located on the fender to the left of the seat. This lever is used to operate the tractor’s center lift system.

Steering Wheel Tilt Lock

The steering wheel tilt lock is located under the steering wheel on the dash panel.

Cruise Control Lever

Figure 9

The cruise control lever is located to the left of the steering wheel. Push the cruise control lever downward while traveling at the desired forward speed to engage the cruise control.

Choke Lever

The choke lever is located to the left of the steering wheel in the throttle/choke lever pod. Push the lever forward to close the engine choke plate.

Throttle Lever

This symbol shows the fast position.

This symbol shows the slow position

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Contents 3000 CUB Cadet P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OhioTable of Contents Important Safe Operation PracticesPage Slope Operation Service Calling Service Information Finding Your Model & Serial NumberSafety Labels Found on Your Unit Ignition StopControls Steering Wheel PTO SwitchDeck Front Lift Rod Assembly Parking Brake LeverTransmission Release Rod Ignition / Light SwitchCenter Lift Height Indicator Transmission Oil Fill/DipstickOil Pressure Indicator Seat Adjustment LeverIndicator Light Pod Low Fuel IndicatorFueling The Tractor Safety Interlock SwitchesOperation Starting The EngineDriving The Tractor Setting The Cruise ControlDriving On Slopes Stopping The Tractor Using The DrawbarUsing the Hydraulic Lift System Opening Tool BoxAdjustments Seat AdjustmentBrake Inspection and Adjustment Steering Wheel Tilt AdjustmentFront Wheel Alignment Turning Radius Adjustment MaintenanceMaintenance Chart Lubrication Illustration Accessing Engine Compartment General Battery InformationBattery Storage Battery RemovalBattery Maintenance Headlight Bulb ReplacementTire Inflation Tail Light Bulb ReplacementChecking Transmission Oil Level Adding Transmission Oil Changing Transmission OilElectrical Box Damage the hydro transmissionFuse Off-Season StorageOwner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations Engine InformationCleaning The Engine Checking Engine Oil LevelAdding Engine Oil Changing Engine OilSparkplugs SAE 30WChanging Fuel Filter Changing Air CleanerServicing The Precleaner Servicing The Paper ElementPage Trouble Shooting Engine Operates Irregularly or KnocksOptional Equipment Possible Cause Possible RemedyTires SpecificationsBrakes Quick Reference Parts Slope Gauge Limited Warranty TWO-YEAR Residential ONE-YEAR Commercial