MTD 7304 manual Hazard Lights, Using the PTO Reverse Override Switch, Lighting

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THROTTLE HANDLE

The headlights use two halogen bulbs per side. The placement of the bulbs provide a broad light range for safer operation of the tractor in low light conditions.

LOCK BUTTON

Mid Throttle to Engage

3500 RPM

to Run

PTO SWITCH

To turn on the headlights and taillights, depress the top end of the headlight switch located to the left of the steering wheel.

To turn off the headlights and taillights, depress the bottom of the light switch.

Use of headlights and taillights is also recom- mended when operating the tractor on or near road- ways to increase visibility to traffic.

Hazard Lights

Figure 20

Push the bottom of the switch downward to disengage the PTO.

IMPORTANT: Normally the PTO will not operate when the tractor is driven in the reverse direction. The PTO reverse override switch must be activated to operate the PTO while traveling in reverse.

USING THE PTO REVERSE OVERRIDE SWITCH

The PTO reverse override switch, located on the left fender, allows the PTO to operate while the tractor is traveling in the reverse direction. Refer to Figure 19.

The PTO must first be engaged using the PTO switch on the dash panel.

Depress the front of the override switch to activate the reverse override system. The light in the override switch will come on.

IMPORTANT: Once activated, the reverse override will remain activated until the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position, regardless of the number of times the PTO is engaged and disengaged using the PTO switch. If the override switch is illuminated, the system is activated.

WARNING: Use EXTREME CAUTION when operating PTO driven attach- ments while traveling in the reverse direction.

LIGHTING

Headlights and Taillights

Always use the headlights and taillights for after dusk and pre-dawn operation of the tractor. The lights not only illuminate the work area, but also increase the visibility of the tractor for anyone who might enter the area of operation.

Always use the flashing amber hazard lights along with the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem when operating the tractor on, or near, roadways. Also activate the hazard lights when necessary to warn others that the tractor is being operated in the area.

To turn on the flashing hazard lights, depress the top end of the hazard light switch located to the left of the headlight switch.

To turn off the hazard lights, depress the bottom of the light switch.

USING THE TOP LINK RETAINER HOOK

The top link hook is provided to retain the the top link of the three point hitch when not in use.

To utilize the top link hook, proceed as follows:

While holding the top link upward, raise the hook rod and slide it fully to the left so that it locks in the upright position in the right slot of the mounting bracket. See Figure 21.

Lower the top link into the hook of the rod.

To release the top link, lift the top link out of the retainer hook; then slide the hook rod fully to the right and pivot it downward.

TOP LINK

HOOK ROD

 

MTG. BRACKET

RELEASED

HOOK ROD

 

LOCKED IN

 

BRKT. SLOT

 

Figure 21

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Contents Operator’s Manual Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions CarefullyTable of Contents Calling Service InformationTo the Owner Recording Model and Serial Number Information Tractor Model PlateRops Information Plate General Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesChildren Slope OperationOperating the PTO Do notService Safety Frame RopsSafety 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 Floorboard and Dash Panel Mounted Controls Controls and FeaturesIgnition Switch PTO SwitchSeat Adjustment Lever Steering WheelHeadlight Switch Hazard Light SwitchDifferential Lock Pedal Parking Brake LeverPTO Indicator Light Tachometer Parking Brake Indicator LightBattery Indicator Light Engine Coolant Temperature LightPTO Reverse Override Switch Fender Mounted Conrtols and FeaturesFuel Fill Cap PTO Selection LeverCup Holder Transmission Hi/Lo Range Shift LeverHand Holds Amber Hazard LightsOperation Rollover Protective Structure RopsFolding the Rops Safety Interlock System NEW Tractor BREAK-IN ProceduresFueling the Tractor Starting the Engine Using Jumper Cables to Start the EngineCold Weather Starting Stopping the EngineDriving the Tractor Using the FORWARD/REVERSE PedalDriving on Slopes 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 Using the TOP Link Retainer Hook Using the PTO Reverse Override SwitchHazard Lights LightingUsing the Hitch Plate Using the Three Point HitchUsing the Auxiliary Hydraulic Valve if Equipped Using the Auxiliary Hydraulic Control HandleOn Demand Four Wheel Drive Tractor WeightingAdjusting the Seat AdjustmentsAdjusting the Seat Belt Three Point Hitch AdjustmentsCheck the TOE-IN AS Follows Adjusting Front Wheel TOE-INAdjusting Hydraulic Lift Feedback ROD Adjusting the BrakesMaintenance Lubrication TableGeneral Information Lubrication and Maintenance Chart Illustration Service Intervals Operation to Lubrication and Maintenance ChartGeneral Battery Information Accessing the Engine CompartmentBattery Removal Battery MaintenanceBattery Storage Head Light Bulb Replacement Hazard Bulb ReplacementTail Light Bulb Replacement Accessing the Fuse Center Instrument Panel Bulb ReplacementServicing Electrical System 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 Main Drive Shaft Maintenance of the Rollover Protective Structure RopsLubrication of FWD Drive Shaft Wheel Bolt TorqueTractor Storage Tire MaintenanceRemoving the Tractor from Storage Daihatsu Emission Control Defects Warranty Coverage Engine Information and MaintenanceFuel Metering System Engine Maintenance Cleaning the Engine Cleaning the Radiator Screen and RadiatorChecking Engine OIL Level Changing the Engine OIL and Filter Adding Engine OILChecking Engine Coolant Level Changing the AIR Cleaner Inspection of Cooling System HosesChanging the Engine Coolant Draining The Fuel Filter Cup Servicing the Fuel FilterChanging The Fuel Filter Specifications General Dimensions Power Take-OffHydraulic Lift System BrakesDescription Model Number Optional Equipment and AccessoriesCLEVELAND, Ohio CUB Cadet LLC Post Office BOX

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