Cub Cadet 5254 manual Y. Instrument Panel, Fuel Gauge, Tachometer, Brake Engaged Indicator

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Y.Instrument Panel

Y.Instrument Panel

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1. Fuel Gauge

The fuel gauge monitors the fuel level in the fuel tank. The needle pointing to the right indicates a full tank. The ignition switch must be in the ON position to activate the fuel gauge.

2. Tachometer

The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolu- tions per minute (RPM). Optimal engine operating speed is approximately 3400-3600 RPM. When operating PTO driven attachments the RPM indica- tor needle must be within the green range on the tachometer dial.

switch in the "START" position—the indicator should not be illuminated. If necessary, move the PTO switch to the "DISENGAGED" position.

6. Brake Engaged Indicator

This indicator illuminates whenever the brake pedal is fully depressed or the parking brake is engaged and the key switch is turned to the "ON" position. Check this indicator if the engine will not crank when the key switch is turned to the "START" position— the indicator should be illuminated. If necessary, fully depress the brake pedal.

3. Battery Indicator Light

Bulb illuminates and battery voltage is displayed briefly when the ignition switch it turned to the "ON" position.

Illuminates to indicate the battery voltage has dropped below 11.5 (+0.5/-1.0) DC volts. The battery voltage is also displayed on the hour meter. If this indicator and display come on during operation, check the battery and charging system for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer.

4. Oil Pressure Indicator

This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure. If this indicator illuminates, stop the tractor immediately and check the engine oil level. If the oil level is within the operating range, but the light remains on, contact your Cub Cadet dealer. NOTE: The oil pressure indicator may illuminate when the key switch is turned to the on position, but should turn off when the engine is started.

5. PTO Engaged Indicator

This indicator illuminates whenever the PTO switch is pulled upward in the "ENGAGED" position while the key switch is turned to the "ON" position. Check this indicator if the engine will not crank with the key

7. Hour Meter/Battery Display

The hour meter records the hours and tenths of an hour (right most digit) that the tractor has been operated.

The hour meter is activated when the key switch is turned to the “ON” switch position. Because the key switch may be accidentally left in the "ON" position, a record of the actual hours of operation should be kept to assure mainte- nance procedures are completed according to the schedule in this manual.

When the key switch is turned to the "ON" position, the battery indicator light briefly illuminates and the battery voltage is briefly displayed. The display then changes to the accumulated hours.

8. Engine Coolant Temperature Light

Illumination of this warning lamp indicates the engine coolant temperature has risen above the prescribed operating range. If the light comes on while operat- ing the tractor, eliminate all loads and try cooling the engine by running at mid throttle for a few minutes. Stop the engine and allow to cool; then check for possible causes (e.g. low coolant level, plugged radi- ator screen).

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Contents Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYSERIES TRACTORCALLING SERVICE INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTSTO THE OWNER ROPS INFORMATION PLATE RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATIONTractor Model Plate Engine Information1. GENERAL OPERATION IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESDO NOT 2. SLOPE OPERATION6. SERVICE 5. SAFETY FRAME ROPS3. CHILDREN 4. OPERATING THE PTOCheck brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required BATTERY WARNING LABEL LOCATED UNDER HOOD SAFETY LABELSFAN WARNING LABEL LOCATED ON EACH SIDE OF RADIATOR INSTRUCTION LABEL ON RIGHT RUNNING BOARDSECTION 1 CONTROLS AND FEATURES D. Ignition Switch C. PTO SwitchA. Steering Wheel B. Throttle HandleR. PTO Reverse Override Switch N. Seat Adjustment LeverH. Hand Holds J. Transmission 4WD Shift LeverW. Headlight Switch V. Hazard Light SwitchT. Differential Lock Pedal U. Choke Control Knob3. Battery Indicator Light 6. Brake Engaged Indicator4. Oil Pressure Indicator 5. PTO Engaged IndicatorSECTION 2 OPERATION SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE ROPS FOLDING THE ROPSFUELING THE TRACTOR NEW TRACTOR BREAK-IN PROCEDURESSTARTING THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE COLD WEATHER STARTINGDRIVING THE TRACTOR USING THE HI/LO RANGE SHIFT LEVER USING THE FORWARD AND REVERSE PEDALSSTOPPING THE TRACTOR USING THE 4WD SHIFT LEVER USING THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDALDRIVING ON SLOPES Disengage 4WD Engage 4WDUSING THE PTO REVERSE OVERRIDE SWITCH USING THE HYDRAULIC LIFT LEVERENGAGING THE PTO LIGHTING HeadlightsUSING THE THREE POINT HITCH USING THE TOP LINK RETAINER HOOKHazard Lights REMOVING THE REAR PTO COVERTRACTOR WEIGHTING USING THE HITCH PLATEFront Weights Weighting the Rear of the TractorADJUSTING THE SEAT SECTION 3 ADJUSTMENTSADJUSTING THE SEAT BELT THREE POINT HITCH ADJUSTMENTSNOTE The right ball joint and jam nut are left hand threaded ADJUSTING FRONT WHEEL TOE-INADJUSTING THE BRAKES LUBRICATION TABLE SECTION 4 TRACTOR MAINTENANCEGeneral Information LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART ILLUSTRATION Service Intervals LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHARTOperation to be PerformedGENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENTCHARGING THE BATTERY BATTERY REMOVALBATTERY MAINTENANCE BATTERY STORAGESERVICING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAZARD BULB REPLACEMENTMain Fuse Electrical Circuit Relays Accessing the Lower Dash Panel AreaRight Side Left SideChanging Hydro Transmission Oil Filter 25 Hour Break-In Period Filter ChangeCHECKING TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL LEVEL CHANGING THE HYDRO TRANSMISSION AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL FILTERSCHANGING THE HYDRO TRANSMISSION AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL Changing Hydraulic System FilterCheck Front Axle Oil CHECKING OIL LEVEL IN FRONT AXLE AND FINAL REDUCTION GEAR CASESCheck Final Reduction Gear Case Oil CHANGING FRONT AXLE AND FINAL REDUCTION GEAR CASE OILLUBRICATION OF FWD DRIVE SHAFT LUBRICATION OF DRIVE SHAFTWHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE FRONT AXLEMAINTENANCE OF THE ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE ROPS TIRE MAINTENANCEFRONT OF ENGINE Using a fuel stabilizerTRACTOR STORAGE 2. If storing the tractor for 30 days or moreKAWASAKI LIMITED WARRANTY CALIFORNIA AND FEDERAL SECTION 5 ENGINE INFORMATION AND MAINTENANCEEMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES 3. LIMITED LIABILITY CLEANING THE ENGINE ENGINE MAINTENANCECLEANING THE RADIATOR SCREEN AND RADIATOR CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVELCHANGING THE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER ADDING ENGINE OILCHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION OF COOLING SYSTEM HOSES CHANGING THE AIR CLEANERCHANGING THE ENGINE COOLANT KNOB FOAM PRECLEANER ELEMENTIMPORTANT Do not apply oil to the foam precleaner element SERVICING THE FOAM PRECLEANERSERVICING THE PAPER ELEMENT SERVICING THE SPARK PLUGSEngine SECTION 6 SPECIFICATIONSCooling System Electrical SystemPower Take-Off SPECIFICATIONSGeneral Dimensions Hydraulic Lift SystemSECTION 7 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CUB CADET COMPACT TRACTORS CUB CADET LLC POST OFFICE BOX CLEVELAND, OHIOHOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE AND CUB CADET ATTACHMENTS