Cub Cadet Z-Force SX 54 Operator's Manual page 10

Controls & Operation
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NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several
models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not
all features in this manual are applicable to all
tractor models and the tractor depicted may differ
from yours.
NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or
right side and front or back of the tractor are from
the operating position only. Exceptions, if any, will
be specified.
Steering Column Adjustment Lever (A)
The steering column adjustment lever is located
on the right side of the steering column. To adjust
the angle of the steering column rotate the lever
counter-clockwise, move the steering column
to the desired position and then rotate the lever
clockwise to lock it into position.
NOTE: Be sure that the steering column
adjustment lever is tight to prevent the column
from moving when operating the tractor.
NOTE: The handle is spring loaded so that it can
be moved out of the way after tightening. Pull the
handle out and rotate it to the desired position.
Forward Drive Pedal (B)
The forward drive pedal is located on
the right side of the machine, along the
running board. Press the forward drive
pedal forward to cause the tractor to
travel forward. Ground speed is also
controlled with the forward drive pedal.
The further forward the pedal is pivoted, the faster
the tractor will travel. The pedal will return to its
original/neutral position when it's not pressed.
Reverse Drive Pedal (C)
The reverse drive pedal is located on the
right side of the tractor along the running
board. Ground speed is also controlled
with the reverse drive pedal. The further
downward the pedal is pivoted, the faster
the tractor will travel. The pedal will return
to its original/neutral position when it's not pressed.
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Deck Height Index (D)
The deck height index consists
of several holes located on
the front of the RH console.
Each hole corresponds to a
1/4" change in the deck height
position ranging from 1" at
the lowest notch to 4" at the
highest notch. The highest
notch is also the transport
position and the lowest position
is the deck removal/installation
position
NOTE: Do not cut grass
in the deck removal/
installation position
detrimental to the belt life.
Deck Lift Handle (E)
The deck lift handle is located on the front of the
RH console, and is used to raise and lower the
tractor deck.
Depress the button on the end of the handle and push
downward to lower the deck, or pull upward to raise
the deck. When the desired height is attained, secure
the pin in the desired index hole and release the
button on the handle.
NOTE: Make certain the deck is secured and the
pin is fully inserted into the deck height index. The
pin is keyed to help keep it in place and fits into
the slotted holes on the deck height index.
NOTE: The deck lift handle must always be above
the pin, never hang the deck lift handle from the pin
when mowing.
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(C)
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(D)
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Brake Pedal (F)
The brake pedal is
located on the left front
side of the running
board. The brake pedal
can be used for sudden
stops or setting the parking brake.
NOTE: The brake pedal must be fully depressed to
activate the safety interlock switch when starting
the rider.
Ignition Module (G)
WARNING
Never leave a running machine unattended. Always
disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove
key to prevent unintended starting.
To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition
module and turn clockwise to the START
position. Release the key into the NORMAL
MOWING MODE position once the engine
has fired.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counter-
clockwise to the STOP position.
CAUTION
Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety Interlock
Switches and Starting the Engine in the Operation section
of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the
Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in
REVERSE CAUTION MODE .
Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch (H)
The PTO switch is located on
the RH console to the left of the
hour meter/indicator panel.
The PTO switch operates the
electric PTO clutch mounted
on the bottom of the engine
crankshaft. Pull the switch
knob upward to engage the
PTO clutch, or push the knob
downward to disengage
the clutch.
The PTO switch must be in the
"OFF" position when starting
the engine.
Transmission Bypass Rods (I)
The transmission bypass rods (one each for the RH
and LH transmission) are located on the rear of the
tractor, just inside each rear wheel.
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