8-13, Operating The Tractor | Cub Cadet SC2400 manual

8.OPERATING THE TRACTOR

■Hydro Static Transmission (HST) pressure release lever

Hydraulic pressure in the Hydro Static Transmission (HST) brakes the axles when the engine is not running, so that the tractor cannot be moved. When the hydraulic pressure in the transmission is released by pressing the Hydro Static Transmission (HST) pressure release lever, the tractor can be moved.

To move the tractor, observe the following procedure:

1.	Make sure that the engine is stopped.	(A)
2.	Tilt the seat forward.

(A) Seat

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3.Fully depress the Hydro Static Transmission (HST) pressure release lever.

(A)Hydro Static Transmission (HST) pressure release lever

4.Disengage the parking brake.

5.Move the tractor.

6.After moving the tractor, fully pull up the Hydro Static Transmission (HST) pressure release lever.

7.Engage the parking brake securely.

(A)

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Page Page Welcome to the World of Cub Cadet Yanmar Tractor INTRODUCTIONSc2400 Operator’s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS 11-1 9. POWER TAKE OFF PTO10-1 11.HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 12-1 13.MAINTENANCETABLE OF CONTENTS 12.TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST 15.SERVICING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 16.STORAGE 17.TROUBLESHOOTING18.INDEX 1. About This Manual 1.SAFETY PRECAUTIONS1.SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2. Safety-AlertSymbolsDANGER NOTICE 3. Precautions before Operating Your Tractor 1. Starting Your Tractor 4. Safe Practices for Operating Your Tractor 2. Working with Your Tractor 3. Considerations for Safety of Children DO NOT 5. Operating Your Tractor on Slopes 7. Safe Practices for Parking Your Tractor 6. Traveling on a Road 9. Using the 3-PointHitch 8. Operating the Power Take Off PTO 11. Safe Practices for Servicing Your Tractor Sc2400 Operator’s Manual 1-11 12.Understanding the Tractor Safety DecalsSafety-AlertSymbols Care of DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION Decals BCY1A7880-65620 TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATHDANGER ACY1A8160-65300 C CY124764-44810 DANGER/POISON ENGLISHD CY1A8160-51520 NUAL 4.DO NOT USE WHEN WET12V DC OUTLET TORS HCY1A7880-85170 GCY1A7880-65350ICY1A7880-85180 KCY1A8160-65310 AVOID INJURY FROM PTOTO AVOID INJURY JCY198220-65621 2.SERVICING THE TRACTOR 2.SERVICING THE TRACTOR 1. Specifications Table 3.SPECIFICATIONS3.SPECIFICATIONS 3. SPECIFICATIONS 2. Traveling Speeds 4.IMPLEMENT CAPACITIES 4.IMPLEMENT CAPACITIES 5.NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF COMPONENTS 1. Appearance98 20 19 18 17 25 24 2. Operator Station Controls21 20 19 18 17 16 15 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Tachometer 3.Instrument Panel, Switches and Hand Controls1 7 6 5 4 4 Alternator / Battery Charging Light a b c A 9Hazard Lights Button Switch 3.Routine Check 2. Precautions before the Operation6.PRE-OPERATIONCHECK 1.Pre-OperationCheck 1. Starting the Engine 7.OPERATING THE ENGINE7.OPERATING THE ENGINE Avoid injury 2. Sit on the seat Adjusting the Operators SeatFastening the Retractable Seat Belt 7. OPERATING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT: Avoid damage 5.Set the range shift lever to the Slow position 6.Turn off the Power Take Off PTO switch 9. Set the throttle control lever about Checking the Lights on the Instrument Panel Warming Up the Engine in Cold Weather 13.After the engine has started, warm upIMPORTANT: Avoid starter damage 2. Stopping the Engine 3. Restarting a Stalled Engine Accident Hazard 8.OPERATING THE TRACTOR8.OPERATING THE TRACTOR 1. Operating a New Tractor Hazard Lights 2. Operation of the Tractor 3. Start the engine Throttle Control Lever 7. Disengage the parking brake Disengaging the Cruise Control Engaging the Cruise Control 3. Stopping Travel of the Tractor Applying the Parking Brake 4.Parking the TractorReleasing the Parking Brake Do not attempt to turn with the differential lock 5. Safe Practices for OperationAvoid injury. To prevent the tractor from overturning 8-11 2. Safely Driving the Tractor on Roads 8-12 8-13 8-14 4. Transporting the Tractor on a TrailerClose the fuel shut-offvalve 5. Operating on Slopes When exiting a ditch, deep mud or traveling on8-15 Steep Downhill Uphill / Downhill8-16 7. About the 12V DC Outlet 6. About the Power Steering8-17 Be careful to avoid injury 9.POWER TAKE OFF PTO1. Operating the Power Take Off PTO 9.POWER TAKE OFF PTO 9. POWER TAKE OFF PTO Rear- Power Take Off PTOMid- Power Take Off PTO Engaging the Power Take Off PTO c b A a a b A Disengaging the Power Take Off PTO Sc2400 Operator’s Manual 10. 3-POINTHITCH 1. Adjusting the 3-PointHitch10. 3-POINTHITCH Hitch Right Lift LinkTop Link Sway Link 1. 3-PointHitch Control System 11.HYDRAULIC SYSTEM11.HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 11-2 Hydraulic Flow Control / Stop Knob11. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM pressure Use a piece of cardboard to detect leaks 2.Controlling the Implement Control Valve Option 11-4 Implement Control Lever OptionImplement Lock Lever Option b a c f d e 11-5 Connecting the Implement Hydraulic Hoses 1. Tires 12.TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST12.TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST 12. TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST Inflation PressureWheel Bolt Tightening Torque 12-2 Front End Weights Option 2.BallastNEVER overload the tires IMPORTANT: Avoid damage 1.Maintenance Check List 13.MAINTENANCE13.MAINTENANCE 13. MAINTENANCE Lubricants 13-3 3.Replacement Parts1.Technical Document 2. Parts NEVER inhale the emission gas 14.PERIODIC SERVICEWarranty and Repair of the Engine 14. PERIODIC SERVICE Closing the Hood 1. Opening / Closing the HoodOpening the Hood A a b Bio-dieselFuels 2.Daily Checks IMPORTANT: Be careful to avoid damage Keep the fuel away from an open flame or sparksEPA REGULATION 14-5 Checking the Engine Oil Level a b B Checking the Transmission Oil Level14-6 BC B Cleaning the Radiator Cooling Fins and ScreenChecking the Radiator Hoses and Clamps BA B IMPORTANT Avoid damage ALWAYS shut the engine down and allow it to cool Checking the Cooling SystemBA a b 14-9 14-10 Checking the Fuel LineChecking the Intake Air Hoses and Clamps A A A To avoid personal injury, do as follows Checking the Safety Interlock System1. Power Take Off PTO Safety Switch 14-11 5. Seat Safety Switch 2. Parking Brake Safety Switch3. Drive Pedal Safety Switch 4. Drive Pedal and Seat Safety Switch 14-13 Checking and Adjusting the Brake 14-14 Checking the Wheel Bolt Tightening TorqueChecking the Inflation Pressure a b c 14-15 A Tie-rodrubber bootsP3014960 ALWAYS wear protective goggles and gloves 1. Power Steering HosesChecking the Hydraulic Hoses 14-16 2. Implement Control Valve Hoses 4.Every 50 Hours 3.First 50 HoursWhen the oil level is low Before servicing, stop the engine 14-19NEVER smoke while handling the fuel Keep the fuel away from open flames or sparks Adjusting the Fan Belt All other conditions 14-21IMPORTANT: Prevent damage Extremely wet or muddy conditions 4.Lubricating the 3-PointHitch 3. Lubricating the Seat Slide Rails14-22 Engine crankcase 5. Every 100 Hours Keep the fuel away from open flames or sparks 14-25 10.Reinstall the air cleaner element hot, stay clear of the hot engine oil and other 6.Every 200 HoursWhen draining away the engine oil that is still 14-27 7.Every 300 Hours 14-29 Front Axle Case Oil 8.Every 500 Hours 14-31 The following coolants are recommended 9.Every 1000 Hours 14-33 14-34 2. Flushing the Cooling System 14-35 Adjusting the Engine Valve ClearanceChanging the Coolant Checking the Fuel Injection Pump Replacing the Radiator Hoses and Clamp 10.Every 1 Year11.Every 2 Years Replacing the Air Cleaner Element 15.SERVICING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 1.Battery15.SERVICING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Wear protective goggles and gloves NEVER smoke near the battery E F C D A BE Inspecting the BatteryRemoving and Installing the Battery 1. Removing the Battery Cleaning the Battery and Terminals 2. Installing the Battery15-4 15-5 Using a Booster Battery 2. Fuses the bulb carefully when replacing it 3.Bulbmay shatter. Wear protective goggles and handle 15-8 Replacing the Work Light Bulb Replacing the Tail Light Bulb Replacing the Turn Signal / Hazard Lights Bulb15-9 15-10 4.HeadlightsAdjusting the Headlights Replacing the Instrument Panel Light Bulb 1. Safe Practices for Storage 16. STORAGE16. STORAGE IMPORTANT: Be very careful to avoid damage 2. Preparing the Fuel and Engine for Storage FuelEngine 16-2 2.Preparing the Stored Tractor for Operation it is not powerful 17.TROUBLESHOOTING1. How to Use the Troubleshooting Table 17.TROUBLESHOOTING The machine 17. TROUBLESHOOTINGThe engine overheats function correctly Brake does notSteering does not 18. INDEX 18. INDEX