Cub Cadet Z-Force SZ Operator's Manual page 21

Reverse Caution Mode
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE
module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the
blades (PTO) engaged.
NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
WARNING!
Use extreme caution while operating
the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE
Always look down and behind before and while
backing. Do not operate the tractor when children
or others are around. Stop the tractor immediately if
someone enters the area.
To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE
NOTE: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.
1. Start the engine as instructed on the previous page.
2. Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING
position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE
position of the key switch module. See Figure 5-3.
Indicator
Light
Stop
Position
Figure 5-3
3. Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON
Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module.
The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key
switch module will be ON while activated. See Figure 5-3.
4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be
driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.
5. Always look down and behind before and while backing to
make sure no children are around. After resuming forward
motion, return the key to the NORMAL MOWING
position.
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING
position or STOP
b. The operator leaves the seat.
position of the key switch
:
(Green)
(Yellow)
Reverse
Push Button
Reverse
Caution Mode
Position
Start
Position
(Orange, Triangular
will remain activated until:
position or
Driving On Slopes
Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes
where you may operate the tractor safely.
WARNING!
excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1⁄2
feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and
cause serious injury.
.
• Mow across slopes, not up and down.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then turn slowly
uphill and use extra care while turning. Turning up a slope
greatly increases the chance of a rollover.
• Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is necessary
to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and
carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor
over backward.
Operating The PTO
Operate the PTO clutch as follows:
1. Move the throttle control lever to approximately the mid
throttle position.
2. Pull the PTO switch upward to the ENGAGED position.
3. Advance the throttle lever to the operating speed (full
engine speed).
4. The operator must remain in the tractor seat at all times. If
the operator should leave the seat without disengaging the
PTO, the tractor's engine will shut off.
5. The PTO clutch cannot be operated when the tractor is
driving in the reverse direction. The PTO will disengage
when both drive control levers are moved to the reverse
position and will re-engage when one (or both) control
lever(s) is moved to the neutral or forward position.
Do not mow on inclines with a slope in
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