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IMPORTANT: When using power
take-off operated equipment, best
performance is achieved with the
throttle lever in the “FAST” position.
Seat Adjustment Lever
The seat adjustment lever is located
below the seat. This lever is used to
adjust the seat forward or back. Refer
to Figure 12 on page 15.
Differential Lock Pedal
Located at the front of the left running
board. Depressing the diff. lock pedal
engages the transmission differential
lock, which improves traction at the rear
wheels when operating on uneven ter-
rain or in slippery conditions. Use care
when engaging the diff. lock on mani-
cured surfaces where sharp turns are
required..
Indicator Light Pod
Figure 10
A
B
C
D
E
A
B
C
D
E
Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Hour Meter
Engine Temperature
Battery Charge Indicator
Hour Meter
The hour meter is part of the indicator
light pod in the dash panel. The hour
meter operates whenever the ignition
switch is in the “ON” or “ON/LIGHTS”
position. Record the actual hours of trac-
tor operation to ensure all maintenance
procedures are completed according to
the schedule in this manual.
Oil Pressure Indicator
WARNING: Operating the
tractor with low oil level or
pressure could result in
severe engine damage.
The oil pressure indicator is part of the
indicator light pod on the dash panel.
This indicator will illuminate when the
engine oil pressure is low. If this indi-
cator illuminates, stop the tractor
immediately and check the engine oil
level. If the oil level is within the oper-
ating range, and the light remains on,
contact your Cub Cadet dealer.
Low Fuel Indicator
The Low Fuel indicator is part of the
indicator light pod on the dash panel.
This indicator will illuminate when the
tractor is low on fuel. If the gas tank is
full and the light stays on, contact your
Cub Cadet dealer.
Engine Temperature
The engine temperature indicator will
illuminate when the engine’s tempera-
ture sensor reads high operating
temperatures. Allow the engine to
cool. Check the coolant level and
clean radiator screen. If the light stays
on, contact your Cub Cadet dealer.
Battery Charge Indicator
The battery charge indicator is part of
the indicator light pod on the dash
panel. This indicator will illuminate
when the tractor’s voltage sensor
reads low battery voltage. If the light
stays on, contact your Cub Cadet
dealer.