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A. LOW OIL INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate when the engine oil level is
low. If this indicator illuminates, stop the tractor imme-
diately and check the engine oil level. If the oil level is
within the operating range, but the light remains on,
contact your Cub Cadet dealer.
CAUTION
Operating the tractor with low oil level or pres-
sure could result in severe engine damage.
B. HOUR METER
The hour meter operates whenever the ignition key is
in the “ON” position. Record the actual hours of tractor
operation to ensure all maintenance procedures are
completed according to the schedule in this manual.
C. POWER TAKE–OFF (PTO) CONTROL SWITCH
The power take-off control switch operates the front
electric PTO clutch. Pull the switch knob to engage
(“RUN”), or push the knob to disengage (“OFF”) the
PTO clutch.
D. IGNITION/LIGHT SWITCH
WARNING
To prevent accidental starting and/or battery
discharge, remove the key from the ignition
switch when the tractor is not in use.
The combination lights and ignition switch is a four
position switch. (See Figure 4)
Figure 4
E. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER
This lever controls the speed of the engine. When
set in a given position, the control cable will maintain
a uniform engine speed.
NOTE
When using power take-off operated equip-
ment, best performance is achieved with the
throttle lever in the “FAST” position.
F. CHOKE CONTROL
The choke control is operated manually. Pull the
knob out to ckoke the engine; push the knob in to
open the choke.
G. BRAKE PEDAL LOCK
WARNING
The hydrostatic transmission will not hold the
tractor on a hill. Normal internal leakage in the
transmission will allow the tractor to roll down-
hill. To avoid an accident and/or possible inju-
ry, engage the brake pedal lock.
The brake lock lever, located in the center of the
dash panel below the steering wheel, is identified
with the symbol. Always engage the brake
pedal lock when dismounting the tractor. To engage
the brake pedal lock, depress the brake pedal and
push down on the brake pedal lock lever. Hold the
lever down while releasing the brake pedal. The le-
ver should lock in the down position.
H. CRUISE CONTROL LEVER
The cruise control lever, located in the center of the
dash panel below the steering wheel, is identified with
the symbol. This lever can be used to main-
tain a desired “foot free” forward speed in areas
where constant speed changes are not required. Re-
fer to Section II- OPERATION for instructions on how
to use this feature.
This symbol shows slow position.
This symbol shows fast position.
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