MTD 7304 manual Driving the Tractor, Driving on Slopes, Stopping the Tractor

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DRIVING THE TRACTOR

WARNING: Avoid sudden starts, exces- sive speed and sudden stops.

WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the tractor without disengaging the PTO and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, turn the ignition key off and remove key.

•Adjust the operator’s seat to the most comfort- able position that allows you to operate all controls and pedals. See seat adjustment in the ADJUSTMENTS section.

WARNING: DO NOT use the seat belt if the ROPS is in the folded position or has been removed from the tractor.

•Adjust the seat belt to fit snugly but comfortably around your lap, then buckle the seat belt. Refer to ADJUSTMENTS section.

•Shift the transmission Hi/Lo range shift lever on the right fender to the desired speed setting. Refer to USING THE HI/LO RANGE SHIFT LEVER in paragraphs below.

•Use the tractor and/or the auxiliary hydraulic lift lever(s) to raise all tractor attachments from the ground if transporting the tractor to a work site.

•Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake, then slowly release the brake pedal.

•Move the throttle handle to the position where the engine operates best for the load to be handled (normally full throttle).

•Slowly depress either the front or rear of the forward/reverse pedal to move the tractor in the desired direction. Refer to USING THE FORWARD/REVERSE PEDAL.

DRIVING ON SLOPES

WARNING: Do not operate on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury.

IMPORTANT: Always shift the transmission into the LOW speed range BEFORE beginning the climb or descent of any slope.

Operate the tractor up and down slopes, never across slopes. Do not drive so that the tractor may tip over sideways.

Before operating the tractor on a slope, walk the slope to look for possible hazards such as rocks, mounds, stumps, or surface irregularities which could cause the tractor to be upset.

Back the tractor with attachment up the steepest portion of each slope you intend to work. If the tractor cannot negotiate the slope in reverse, the slope is too steep to be worked.

Avoid turns when driving on a slope. If a turn must be made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of a roll over.

Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward.

STOPPING THE TRACTOR

•Fully depress the brake pedal to bring the trac- tor to a complete stop. Push downward on the parking brake lever and release the pedal to engage the parking brake. Refer to Figure 15.

•Disengage the PTO using the PTO switch.

•Place the throttle control lever in the “SLOW” position and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute; then turn the ignition switch to “OFF’” and remove the key from the switch.

•Depress the center button of the seat belt buckle to release the seat belt before dismounting.

USING THE FORWARD/REVERSE PEDAL

The hydrostatic transmission provides constantly variable ground speeds within the speed rating of each transmission range. The tractor speed is controlled by the forward/reverse rocker pedal on the right floorboard.

The forward/reverse pedal is self neutralizing. The transmission and pedal return to neutral and the tractor stops when the pedal is released.

•To move forward, slowly depress the front of the forward/reverse pedal until the desired speed is achieved. The speed of the tractor is directly related to the distance the pedal is depressed. Refer to Figure 15.

•To move in reverse, check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the rear of the forward/reverse pedal.

•When traveling short distances with frequent changes in direction, the forward/reverse rocker pedal may be operated using the heel/toe method. Place your foot on the center section of the pedal and press downward with your toes to move forward. Press downward with your heel to move in reverse.

NOTE: Slightly more effort is needed to depress the forward/reverse pedal using the heel/toe method.

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Contents Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully Operator’s ManualTable of Contents Calling Service InformationTo the Owner Recording Model and Serial Number Information Tractor Model PlateRops Information Plate Important Safe Operation Practices General OperationOperating the PTO Slope OperationChildren Do notSafety Frame Rops ServiceSafety Labels FAN Warning Label Located on Each Side of RadiatorStarting AID Located Under Hood Battery Warning Label Located Under Hood PTO Warning Label Located on Rear PTO ShieldRoll Over Warning Label Located on RIGHT/REAR Fender Controls and Features Floorboard and Dash Panel Mounted ControlsSeat Adjustment Lever PTO SwitchIgnition Switch Steering WheelDifferential Lock Pedal Hazard Light SwitchHeadlight Switch Parking Brake LeverBattery Indicator Light Parking Brake Indicator LightPTO Indicator Light Tachometer Engine Coolant Temperature LightFuel Fill Cap Fender Mounted Conrtols and FeaturesPTO Reverse Override Switch PTO Selection LeverHand Holds Transmission Hi/Lo Range Shift LeverCup Holder Amber Hazard LightsOperation Rollover Protective Structure RopsFolding the Rops Safety Interlock System NEW Tractor BREAK-IN ProceduresFueling the Tractor Cold Weather Starting Using Jumper Cables to Start the EngineStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineDriving on Slopes Using the FORWARD/REVERSE PedalDriving the Tractor Stopping the TractorUsing the HI/LO Range Shift Lever Using the Differential Lock PedalLOW Using the Hydraulic Lift Lever Using the PTO Selection LeverEngaging the PTO Hazard Lights Using the PTO Reverse Override SwitchUsing the TOP Link Retainer Hook LightingUsing the Auxiliary Hydraulic Valve if Equipped Using the Three Point HitchUsing the Hitch Plate Using the Auxiliary Hydraulic Control HandleTractor Weighting On Demand Four Wheel DriveAdjusting the Seat Belt AdjustmentsAdjusting the Seat Three Point Hitch AdjustmentsAdjusting Front Wheel TOE-IN Check the TOE-IN AS FollowsAdjusting the Brakes Adjusting Hydraulic Lift Feedback RODMaintenance Lubrication TableGeneral Information Lubrication and Maintenance Chart Illustration Lubrication and Maintenance Chart Service Intervals Operation toAccessing the Engine Compartment General Battery InformationBattery Removal Battery MaintenanceBattery Storage Head Light Bulb Replacement Hazard Bulb ReplacementTail Light Bulb Replacement Servicing Electrical System Instrument Panel Bulb ReplacementAccessing the Fuse Center Instrument Panel FusesMain Fuse Hazard Light Flasher RelayChecking TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC System OIL Level Changing TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC System OIL Initial Break-In Period Filter Change Check Front Axle Oil Check Final Reduction Gear Case OilChanging Front Axle and Final Reduction Gear Case OIL Lubrication of FWD Drive Shaft Maintenance of the Rollover Protective Structure RopsLubrication of Main Drive Shaft Wheel Bolt TorqueTire Maintenance Tractor StorageRemoving the Tractor from Storage Engine Information and Maintenance Daihatsu Emission Control Defects Warranty CoverageFuel Metering System Engine Maintenance Cleaning the Engine Cleaning the Radiator Screen and RadiatorChecking Engine OIL Level Adding Engine OIL Changing the Engine OIL and FilterChecking Engine Coolant Level Changing the AIR Cleaner Inspection of Cooling System HosesChanging the Engine Coolant Servicing the Fuel Filter Draining The Fuel Filter CupChanging The Fuel Filter Specifications Hydraulic Lift System Power Take-OffGeneral Dimensions BrakesOptional Equipment and Accessories Description Model NumberCUB Cadet LLC Post Office BOX CLEVELAND, Ohio

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