ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT

WARNING: If the tractor has been recently operated, engine surfaces (including the radiator) will be HOT. Allow the engine to cool before open- ing the hood, or use extreme caution to avoid burns when the hood is open.

To raise the hood, locate the latch release lever in the hood notch at the front of the tractor. Lift and hold the latch release lever while lifting the hood at the hood notch. See Figure 31.

HOOD

NOTCH

Lift Hood

LATCH

RELEASELift Lever

LEVER

Figure 31

To remove the two side panels:

Flip the tabs of the two quick release fasteners up and turn to align with the slots in the side panel. See Figure 32.

Slip the top of the side panel over and off the quick fastener tabs.

Lift the side panel straight upward and off of the retainer pins.

To reinstall the side panels:

Align the two holes in the bottom of the side panel with the retainer pins and slide the panel onto the pins. See Figure 32

Align the tabs of the quick release fasteners with the slots of the side panel and slip the panel over the tabs.

Pull the quick fastener tabs slightly outward and rotate 1/4 turn (perpendicular to slot) to lock the side panels in place. Flip the fastener tabs down.

QUICK FASTENER

Lift

Flip up

Turn

QUICK

FASTENER

SIDE

PANEL

RETAINER PINS

Figure 32

Close the hood by pushing downward until captured by the hood latch.

GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION

WARNING:

Battery posts, terminals and related accesso- ries contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.

Battery acid must be handled with great care, as contact with it can burn and blister the skin. It is advisable to wear protective clothing (goggles, rubber gloves and apron) when working with acid.

Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected area immediately with clean cold water. If there is any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.

If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean water, then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/water or baking soda/water.

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Cub Cadet 7264 manual Accessing the Engine Compartment, General Battery Information

7264 specifications

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