Cub Cadet LT1042 Operating Your Lawn Tractor, Safety Interlock Switches, Reverse Caution Mode

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SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR

WARNING

AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.

AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.

DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP.

IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY.

DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND.

NEVER CARRY CHILDREN, EVEN WITH BLADES OFF.

LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING.

KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND SWITCHES) IN PLACE AND WORKING.

REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).

KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.

BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLAC- ING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).

BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR’S POSITION, DISENGAGE BLADE(S), PLACE THE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL, ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK, SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY.

READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Safety Interlock Switches

This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer.

The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, and the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is in the disengaged (OFF) position.

The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake.

The electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor’s seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged.

With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position, the electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is moved into the engaged (ON) position with the drive pedal in position for Reverse travel.

WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection.

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.

IMPORTANT: 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:

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

1.Start the engine as previously instructed in this Operator’s Manual.

2.Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the key switch module. See Figure 3.

3.Depress 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 3.

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.

6.After resuming forward motion, return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position.

IMPORTANT: The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:

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

b.The operator leaves the seat.

 

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Important Safe Operation Practices General OperationSlope Operation Towing Page Slope Gauge —Gas and Oil Fill-up Shipping Brace RemovalKnow Your Lawn Tractor Ignition Switch Module Seat Adjustment LeverChoke Control Brake PedalElectric PTO Blade Engage Knob Cruise Control LeverParking Brake Lever Safety Interlock Switches Reverse Caution ModeOperating Your Lawn Tractor Setting the Gauge Wheels Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Setting The Cruise Control Engaging the Parking BrakeDriving The Tractor Driving On SlopesUsing the Deck Lift Lever Operating the HeadlightsMoving The Tractor Manually Engaging the PTOMulching 46-inch DecksInch Decks Leveling the Deck Front To RearSide to Side Parking Brake Adjustment Steering AdjustmentSeat Adjustment Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor EngineEngine Oil Checking the Oil LevelChanging the Engine OIl Draining the OilChanging the Oil Filter Re-filling the Crankcase with OilPrecleaner Service Paper ElementAir Filter Spark PlugsCleaning the Engine And Deck Fuel FilterSmart Jet Lubrication CarburetorAdjustment Service TiresFuse Cutting BladesBattery Cutting Deck RemovalChanging The Transmission Drive Belt Jump StartingHydrostatic Transmission Changing the Deck BeltAll Models LT1042 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance LOG Troubleshooting Trouble Possible Causes Corrective ActionAttachments & Accessories AttachmentsReplacement Parts LT1042 LT1045 LT1046 LT1050Specifications LT1042 LT1045 LT1046 LT1050 CapacitiesMANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage MANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage U.S.A Page CUB Cadet LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio