MTD 7304 manual Safety Interlock System, Fueling the Tractor, NEW Tractor BREAK-IN Procedures

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SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

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 authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the PTO is “OFF”.

•The safety interlock system will shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake.

•The safety interlock system will shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the PTO “ON”, regardless of whether the brake lock is engaged.

NOTE: The PTO switch must be moved to the “OFF” position to restart the engine. If the reverse override function had been activated, it will remain activated until the ignition switch is turned to the "OFF" position.

•The safety interlock system will shut off the PTO if the reverse control pedal is depressed, unless the reverse override function is activated.

FUELING THE TRACTOR

Fill the fuel tank with only clean, fresh, diesel fuel with a minimum cetane number of 40. To ensure the freshness of the fuel, purchase fuel in a quantity that can be used within 30 days.

NOTE: DO NOT USE KEROSENE OR GASOLINE in your diesel engine. Damage to the engine will occur.

Generally a good grade Number Two Diesel Fuel should be used in your diesel engine. However, in extremely cold temperatures a quality Number One Diesel Fuel, or a blend of Number One and Number Two Diesel fuels should be used. In most areas, diesel fuel is properly blended for seasonal use as ambient temperatures change. Therefore, it is important to monitor fuel purchases so that seasonal grade fuels are not carried over after the average ambient temperature has changed.

WARNING: Never fill the fuel tank to the top of the filler neck. Expansion could result in overflow through the vents in the cap, allowing fuel to come in contact with the operator.

•Do not smoke while refueling the tractor.

•Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is running or while the engine is hot.

•The fuel fill cap is located on the fender to the left of the seat. Unscrew the fuel cap and fill tank from an approved container. Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity. Allow room for expansion.

•Tighten the fuel cap securely, and immediately wipe up any spilled fuel.

•To minimize condensation, keep the fuel tank as full as possible without filling to capacity. It is a good practice to fill the fuel tank at the end of the day to reduce overnight condensation.

•Do not allow the fuel tank to run dry. Running out of fuel requires bleeding air and repriming the fuel system.

WARNING: Fuel in the engine injection system is under high pressure. If not a qualified mechanic, do not attempt to service the fuel injection system. Do not use your hand to check for leaks.

NEW TRACTOR BREAK-IN PROCEDURES

Proper care during the first hours of operation will help to assure optimal performance from your new tractor.

•Never operate a new engine immediately under full load. Allow the engine to warm up.

•Avoid operating the engine for prolonged periods at either high or low speeds with no load.

•Use the transmission’s low speed range for heavy loads to avoid lugging of the engine due to overload.

•Closely monitor the engine oil and coolant levels, and keep filled to the recommended levels.

•After the first ten hours of operation, check all of the front and rear wheel bolts. If necessary, retighten to the following torque:

Front Wheels — 55 ft. lbs. Rear Wheels — 80 ft. lbs.

•Perform all break-in maintenance procedures found in the MAINTENANCE section.

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Contents Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully Operator’s ManualCalling Service Information Table of ContentsTo the Owner Tractor Model Plate Recording Model and Serial Number InformationRops Information Plate Important Safe Operation Practices General OperationSlope Operation ChildrenOperating the PTO Do notSafety Frame Rops ServiceFAN Warning Label Located on Each Side of Radiator Safety LabelsStarting AID Located Under Hood PTO Warning Label Located on Rear PTO Shield Battery Warning Label Located Under HoodRoll Over Warning Label Located on RIGHT/REAR Fender Controls and Features Floorboard and Dash Panel Mounted ControlsPTO Switch Ignition SwitchSeat Adjustment Lever Steering WheelHazard Light Switch Headlight SwitchDifferential Lock Pedal Parking Brake LeverParking Brake Indicator Light PTO Indicator Light TachometerBattery Indicator Light Engine Coolant Temperature LightFender Mounted Conrtols and Features PTO Reverse Override SwitchFuel Fill Cap PTO Selection LeverTransmission Hi/Lo Range Shift Lever Cup HolderHand Holds Amber Hazard LightsRollover Protective Structure Rops OperationFolding the Rops NEW Tractor BREAK-IN Procedures Safety Interlock SystemFueling the Tractor Using Jumper Cables to Start the Engine Starting the EngineCold Weather Starting Stopping the EngineUsing the FORWARD/REVERSE Pedal Driving the TractorDriving on Slopes Stopping the TractorUsing the Differential Lock Pedal Using the HI/LO Range Shift LeverLOW Using the PTO Selection Lever Using the Hydraulic Lift LeverEngaging the PTO Using the PTO Reverse Override Switch Using the TOP Link Retainer HookHazard Lights LightingUsing the Three Point Hitch Using the Hitch PlateUsing the Auxiliary Hydraulic Valve if Equipped Using the Auxiliary Hydraulic Control HandleTractor Weighting On Demand Four Wheel DriveAdjustments Adjusting the SeatAdjusting the Seat Belt Three Point Hitch AdjustmentsAdjusting Front Wheel TOE-IN Check the TOE-IN AS FollowsAdjusting the Brakes Adjusting Hydraulic Lift Feedback RODLubrication Table MaintenanceGeneral Information Lubrication and Maintenance Chart Illustration Lubrication and Maintenance Chart Service Intervals Operation toAccessing the Engine Compartment General Battery InformationBattery Maintenance Battery RemovalBattery Storage Hazard Bulb Replacement Head Light Bulb ReplacementTail Light Bulb Replacement Instrument Panel Bulb Replacement Accessing the Fuse CenterServicing Electrical System Instrument Panel FusesHazard Light Flasher Relay Main FuseChecking TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC System OIL Level Changing TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC System OIL Initial Break-In Period Filter Change Check Final Reduction Gear Case Oil Check Front Axle OilChanging Front Axle and Final Reduction Gear Case OIL Maintenance of the Rollover Protective Structure Rops Lubrication of Main Drive ShaftLubrication of FWD Drive Shaft Wheel Bolt TorqueTire Maintenance Tractor StorageRemoving the Tractor from Storage Engine Information and Maintenance Daihatsu Emission Control Defects Warranty CoverageFuel Metering System Cleaning the Radiator Screen and Radiator Engine Maintenance Cleaning the EngineChecking Engine OIL Level Adding Engine OIL Changing the Engine OIL and FilterChecking Engine Coolant Level Inspection of Cooling System Hoses Changing the AIR CleanerChanging the Engine Coolant Servicing the Fuel Filter Draining The Fuel Filter CupChanging The Fuel Filter Specifications Power Take-Off General DimensionsHydraulic Lift System BrakesOptional Equipment and Accessories Description Model NumberCUB Cadet LLC Post Office BOX CLEVELAND, Ohio

7304 specifications

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