Cub Cadet EX3200, EX2900 manual Safe Practices for Operating Your Tractor, Starting Your Tractor

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

sneakers. Wear additional protections including non-slip safety boots or shoes, and safety goggles and gloves, etc. as appropriate or required by currently applicable local laws and regulations. Wear ear protection in a noisy environment to prevent hearing damage and reduce operator fatigue.

10.NEVER allow a passenger on any portion of the tractor.

11.Remain seated in the operator’s station when operating the tractor.

12.Make sure that the brakes, clutch and other mechanical components are free from misadjustment and excessive wear. Replace any excessively worn or damaged component immediately. At regular intervals, check that all the nuts, bolts and screws are appropriately tightened. (For details, see “MAINTENANCE”)

13.Always keep your tractor clean. Dust, grease or grass clippings accumulated on your tractor can lead to fire accidents or personal injury.

14.Use the handholds and running board steps when getting on and off the tractor to help prevent accidental falls. Keep the running boards clear of mud and debris.

15.Only use the implements that satisfy the requirements in this manual or are approved by your Cub Cadet Yanmar dealer. (See “4.

IMPLEMENT CAPACITIES”)

16.When using front or rear mounted implements, install an appropriate weight(s) to the front or rear of your tractor to prevent upsetting of the tractor. If you choose to use the front loader, mount an implement or ballast to the 3-point hitch in order to get the tractor to stabilize. Observe the instructions about safety in the manual for the implement to be used.

17.Remember that a narrower tread width can lead to greater possibility of upsetting of the tractor. To positively stabilize your tractor, select a maximum possible tread width appropriate for your intended application. (For details, see the “Wheel Adjustment” on page 12-2)

18.Do not attempt to modify your tractor. Modification can deteriorate the performance and/or safety of your tractor, possibly leading to personal injury or property damage.

4. Safe Practices for Operating Your Tractor

1. Starting Your Tractor

1.Remain seated in the operator’s station when starting the engine, or actuating the levers or controls. Do not start the engine or operate controls while standing beside the tractor.

2.Before starting the engine, make sure that all the levers are in the neutral positions, the parking brake is engaged securely, and the clutch and the Power Take Off (PTO) are disengaged.

3.Always keep the seat belt fastened around your waist whenever the Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) is in the upright and locked position.

4.If you must start the tractor where there is a height limitation, as soon as possible return the Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) to the upright and locked position and fasten the seat belt.

5.Start the engine of your tractor only by using the starter key switch. Do not attempt to start the tractor engine by short-circuiting across the starter solenoid terminals with a jumper wire, or

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by bypassing the safety start switch. This defeats the safety interlock circuit and the tractor may begin to move and/or the Power Take Off (PTO) shafts may begin to rotate, possibly leading to personal injury or property damage.

6.Do not run or idle the engine in a confined area that is poorly ventilated or not ventilated at all. The engine emits carbon monoxide gas that is colorless, odorless and can cause death.

7.Before operation, check that all the safety features are functioning correctly. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Contact your Cub Cadet Yanmar dealer if safety devices malfunction.