Cub Cadet 2082 User Manual

SECTION II. OPERATION
^^ W ARNING
RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - Read operator's
manual. Learn to operate this machine
SAFELY. Don't risk INJURY or DEATH.
1. Before starting engine or operation: Be
familiar with controls. Be in operator’s
position with speed control lever in neu¬
tral, PTO turned off and single brake
pedal depressed.
2. Keep shields in place. Keep away from
moving parts.
3. NO RIDERS! Keep all people and pets
a safe distance away. Look before
backing up.
4. Don’t point mower discharge at people.
5. Avoid slopes. Tractors can be rolled
over.
6. Before leaving operator’s position: Shut
off PTO. Place speed control lever in
neutral. Engage single pedal brake
lock. Shut off engine. Remove ignition
key. Wait for all movement to stop
before servicing or cleaning.
7. Do not fill gasoline tank when engine is
running or while engine is hot. Tighten
cap securely.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR
1. Before you operate the tractor study this manual
carefully. It has been prepared to help you
operate and maintain your tractor with utmost
efficiency.
2. Familiarize yourself with the operation of all the
instruments and controls.
3. Fill the tank with either lead-free, low-lead or reg¬
ular gasoline. Make sure before you fill the tank
that the gasoline is clean and fresh.
4. Check the engine and transmission oil levels.
5. Clean the air cleaner element if necessary.
6. Check the tire inflation pressures.
7. Adjust the seat and steering wheel for operator’s
maximum comfort, visibility and complete control
of the tractor.
8. Remove the side panels and clean any accumu¬
lated grass and debris from the intake fan on
engine.
9. Make certain that the backside of the grille insert
is clean and unobstructed. Push down on the top
of the grille insert and pull forward as shown in
Figure 19. Lift the grille insert up removing the
tabs from the bottom of the grille housing.
Remove by hand any accumulated grass and
debris.
10. Refer to various sections of the Owner’s Manual
for additional information.
Figure 19
STARTING THE ENGINE
A WARNING
Do not operate tractor if the interlock system
is malfunctioning because it is a safety
device designed for protection.
A WARNING
Operator must be seated before starting the
tractor.
NOTE
This tractor is equipped with a safety inter¬
lock system for the protection of the opera¬
tor.
The safety interlock system prevents the
engine from cranking or starting unless the
single brake pedal is fully depressed and the
PTO engagement switch is in the "OFF"
position.
The safety interlock system will automati¬
cally shut off the engine if the operator
leaves the seat before engaging the single
pedal brake lock.
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Cub Cadet 2082 Specifications

General

Brand	Cub Cadet
Model	2082
Category	Tractor
Language	English