5. NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF COMPONENTS

3. Instrument Panel, Switches and Hand Controls

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(1) Fuel Gauge

This gauge indicates level of fuel in the fuel tank.

(2) Tachometer

This meter indicates the current engine speed in increments of 100 rpm.

(3)Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the current engine coolant temperature.

IMPORTANT:

●If the pointer of the engine coolant temperature gauge is in the red zone or the reading is rapidly increasing, immediately decrease the load of the tractor. To lower the coolant temperature, run the engine at idle until the reading on the gauge falls in the green zone.

Next, shut down the engine. Allow it to cool off, and only then, check the following points.

(1)The coolant water level in the radiator and sub- tank is adequate.

(2)The radiator and radiator screen are free from dust deposition.

(3)The fan belt is correctly tensioned.

For more details about the maintenance procedure, refer to the PERIODIC SERVICE section.

●If the pointer of the engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone again or the reading rapidly increases again, stop the engine and immediately contact your local Cub Cadet Yanmar dealer for technical assistance.

(4) Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light

This light remains lit when the starter key switch is in the ON position and the engine is OFF.

IMPORTANT:

If this light illuminates while the engine is running, the engine oil pressure is too low. Immediately shut down the engine and contact your local Cub Cadet Yanmar dealer for technical assistance.

(5) Parking Indicator Light

This light illuminates when the parking brake is engaged securely.

NOTE:

Remember that even if the parking brake lever is in the “LOCKED” position, the parking brake itself may not be engaged.

(6) Alternator / Battery Charging Light

This light remains lit when the starter key switch is in the ON position and the engine is OFF.

IMPORTANT:

If this light illuminates while the engine is running, the power generated by the alternator is too low. Fully push the throttle control lever forward and increase the engine speed.

If the light still remains lit, immediately shut down the engine and contact your local Cub Cadet Yanmar dealer for technical assistance.

(7) Hour Meter

This meter indicates the total accumulated operating hours. This indication is based on the assumption that the engine runs at a speed of 2600 rpm.

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Cub Cadet EX2900, EX3200 manual Instrument Panel, Switches and Hand Controls

EX2900, EX3200 specifications

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