Driving The Mower - Cub Cadet PRO X 648 Operator's Manual

Using Jumper Cables To Start Engine
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gasses. Make certain the area is well
ventilated, wear gloves and eye protection, and avoid sparks or flames near the battery.
If the battery charge is not sufficient to crank the engine, recharge the battery. If a battery charger is
unavailable and the mower must be started, the aid of a booster battery will be necessary. Connect the
booster battery as follows:
1. Connect the end of one cable to the disabled mower battery's positive terminal; then connect the
other end of that cable to the booster battery's positive terminal.
2. Connect one end of the other cable to the booster battery's negative terminal; then connect the other
end of that cable to the frame of the disabled mower, as far from the battery as possible.
3. Start the disabled mower following the normal starting instructions previously provided; then
disconnect the jumper cables in the exact reverse order of their connection.
4. Have the mower's electrical system checked and repaired as soon as possible to eliminate the need
for jump starting.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the RH and LH drive control levers neutral position.
2. Engage the parking brake.
3. Disengage the PTO.
4. Move the throttle control to the SLOW position.
5. Allow the engine to run for one minute then turn the key to STOP
ignition module.
NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition module to prevent accidental starting or battery
discharge if the equipment is left unattended.
PRACTICE OPERATION (INITIAL USE)
Operating a zero-turn mower is not like operating a conventional type riding mower. Although and
because a zero turn mower is more maneuverable, getting used to operating the drive control levers
takes some practice.
It is strongly recommended that you locate a reasonably large, level and open "practice area" where
there are no obstructions, pedestrians, or animals. You should practice operating the mower for a
minimum of 30 minutes.
Carefully move (or have moved) the mower to the practice area. When performing the practice session,
the PTO should not be engaged. While practicing, operate the mower at approximately 1⁄2-3⁄4 throttle
and at less than full speed in both forward and reverse.
Carefully practice maneuvering the mower using the instructions in the following procedure Driving the
Mower. Practice until you are confident that you can safely operate the mower.
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and remove the from the
OPERATION

DRIVING THE MOWER

Keep all movement of the drive control levers slow and smooth. Abrupt movement of the
control levers can affect the stability of the mower and could cause the mower to flip over,
which may result in serious injury or death to the operator.
1. Ensure the RH and LH drive control
levers are in the neutral position and the
parking brake is disengaged (Figure 10).
NOTE: If the drive control levers are not
even in the neutral position, refer to
Product Care for instructions to adjust the
drive control levers so that they are even.
2. Move the throttle to the full throttle
position.
Always maintain a firm grip on the control levers. DO NOT release the control levers to slow or
stop the mower; move levers to neutral position using your hands.
3. To drive the mower, firmly grasp the respective drive control levers with your right and left hands.
Driving the Mower Forward
1. Slowly and evenly move both drive
control levers forward. The mower will
start to move forward (Figure 11).
2. As the drive control levers are pushed
farther forward the speed of the mower
will increase.
3. To slow the mower move the drive
controls lever rearward to attain the
desired speed, or move the drive control
levers to the neutral position to stop the
mower.
Turning the Mower While Driving Forward
Sharp turns can affect control of the mower. ALWAYS slow the mower before making sharp
turns.
To turn the mower while driving forward,
move the drive control levers as necessary so
that one drive control lever is rearward of the
other. The mower will turn in the direction of
the rearward drive control lever.
1. To turn to the right, move the right drive
control lever rearward of the left lever
(Figure 12).
2. To turn to the left, move the left drive
control lever rearward of the right drive
control lever (Figure 12).
3. The greater the distance between the two
levers, the sharper the mower will turn.
4. To execute a "pivot turn," move the turn
side drive control lever to the neutral
position, while moving the other control
lever forward.
NOTE: Making a "pivot turn" on grass
will greatly increase the potential for
defacement of the turf.
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Control Levers in the neutral position
Figure 10
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Driving Forward
Neutral Position
Figure 11
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Forward Right Turn
Forward Left Turn
Figure 12
Faster
Slower