Cub Cadet LTX1042KW, LTX1046M, LTX1045 warranty Driving The Tractor, Reverse Caution Mode

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Driving The Tractor

WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops.

1.Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.

2.To travel FORWARD, slowly press the drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 5-1.

Drive Pedal

Reverse Pedal

Figure 5-1

3.To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the reverse pedal with the ball of your foot (NOT your heel) until the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 5-1.

CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before moving the tractor from forward to reverse or vice versa.

WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the engine off and remove the ignition key.

Reverse Caution Mode

The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged.

NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.

WARNING! Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area.

To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE:

NOTE: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.

1.Start the engine as instructed on the previous page.

2.Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the key switch module. See Figure 5-2.

Indicator

Reverse

Push Button

Light

 

 

Reverse

Stop

Caution Mode

Position

Position

 

 

Start

 

Position

Figure 5-2

3.Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular

Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module. The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key switch module will be ON while activated. See Figure 5-2.

4.Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.

5.Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children are around. After resuming forward motion, return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position.

The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:

a.The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING position or STOP position or

b.The operator leaves the seat.

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Section 5— Operation

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents To The OwnerThank You Record Product InformationImportant Safe Operation Practices General OperationDo Not Slope OperationAvoid erratic operation and excessive speed Service General ServiceChildren TowingDo not modify engine Spark ArrestorSafety Symbols Avoid jack-knifing when towing, go slow and make wide turnsSlope Gauge TOO SteepContents of Crate Assembly & Set-UpTractor Set-Up Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels Connecting the Battery CablesChecking Tire Pressure Adjusting the Seat Gas and OilControls & Features Seat Adjustment LeverThrottle/Choke Control Choke ControlIgnition Switch Module Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter LCDDeck Lift Lever Drive PedalPTO/Blade Engage Handle Fuel Level IndicatorParking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Safety Interlock Switches OperationStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineReverse Caution Mode Driving The TractorEngaging the Parking Brake Setting the Cruise Control Using the Deck Lift LeverDriving On Slopes Operating the HeadlightsEngaging the PTO MowingMaintenance & Adjustments Maintenance ScheduleMaintenance Changing the Engine OilCleaning the Tractor Air CleanerSpark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission Smart JetLubrication Front WheelsPivot Points & Linkage Deck WheelsAdjustments Parking Brake AdjustmentHex Bolt Adjustment Gear Leveling the Deck Front To RearSteering Adjustment Off-Season StorageBall Joint Drag Link Hex Nut Before storing the machine for an extended periodCutting Deck Removal ServiceDeck Idler Bracket Changing the Deck Belt Deck Lift Arm Deck Support PinPulley Cutting BladesReplace the belt guard. See Figure Battery Jump StartingFuse TiresChanging the Transmission Drive Belt ChargingTroubleshooting Problem Cause RemedySpark Plug BPR4ES NGK Kawasaki Component Part Number and DescriptionKM-11013-7050 Throttle Control Cable Kawasaki Twin Fuel Tank Cap Kaw. & Kohl. Twin CylChoke Control Cable Kawasaki Twin Attachments & Accessories Model Number DescriptionYour Warranty Rights and Obligations Warranted Parts GDOC-100223 Rev. aGDOC-100014 REV. B CanadaManual del Operador Al propietario GraciasÍndice Registro de información de productoMedidas importantes de seguridad Funcionamiento generalHaga lo siguiente Funcionamiento en pendientesNo haga lo siguiente Servicio NiñosRemolque Manejo seguro de la gasolinaAviso referido a emisiones No modifique el motorGuardachispas Guarde manos y pies lejos de hacer girar partes Símbolos De SeguridadEvite navaja al remolcar. Vaya lento y haga vueltas anchas Aceptar Montaje y Configuración Configuración del tractorContenido del cajón Mover Manualmente el TractorControl de la presión de los neumáticos Instalación del cable de la bateríasAjuste de las ruedas de calibración de la plataforma Ajuste del asiento Gasolina y aceiteControles y Características Control del regulador/cebadorPedal de freno Palanca de ajuste del asientoPedal de la transmisión Pedal de la marcha atrásMódulo del interruptor de encendido FrenoCargo Neto Indicador de nivel de combustibleControl del Estrangulador AceiteFuncionamiento Encendido del motorDetención del motor Enganche de cuchilla esté en posición desconectada OFFModo de precaución en marcha atrás Conducción del tractorBotón de Colocación del freno de mano Operación en pendientesActivación del control de crucero Corte de césped Utilización de la palanca de elevación de la plataformaPTO enganche de cuchilla hasta la posición on Conectada Mantenimiento y Ajustes Calendario de mantenimientoMantenimiento MotorLimpieza del tractor Depurador de aireBujía de encendido Palanca de cambioLubricación Ruedas delanterasPuntos de pivote y varillaje Ruedas de plataformaAjustes Nivelación de la plataforma adelante atrásNivelación de la plataforma lado a lado Perno Hexagonal Engranaje de AjusteAlmacenamiento fuera de temporada Ajuste del freno de manoAjuste del volante Rótula Barra de Acoplamiento Tuerca hexagonalExtracción de la plataforma de corte ServicioSoporte De la Cubierta Polea Cuchillas de corte Para retirar las cuchillas, haga lo siguienteBorde desgastado De cuchilla Ventilete Afilado FiguraBatería FusibleArranque por medio de conexión en puente Carga de la bateríaCambio de la correa de transmisión NeumáticosCambio de la correa de la plataforma Replace the belt guard. See Figura Solución de Problemas Angosta Afile o cambie la cuchillaCorte desigual La plataforma no está correctamente Nivelada Afile o cambie la cuchillaPiezas de reemplazo Componente Número de pieza y DescripciónTapa del Tanque de Combustible Control del Acelerador Kawasaki DobleAditamentos y Accesorios Máquina Quitanieve Archivo adjuntoSUS Derechos Y Obligaciones EN Cuanto a LA Garantía Modificada GDOC-100223En Estados Unidos de América En Canadá

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