Cub Cadet 5000 Series Operator's Manual page 10

NOTE:
References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate
that side of the tractor when facing forward while
seated in the drivers seat. Reference to FRONT
indicates the grille end of the tractor; to REAR, the
tow plate end.
A. Steering Wheel
The steering wheel is centered on the dash panel,
and used to change the direction (left or right) of
the tractor while driving.
NOTE:
This tractor is equipped with hydraulic
power steering. With this feature, the cap and
spokes of the steering wheel may change position.
B. Throttle Handle
This symbol indicates the
fast position.
This symbol indicates the
slow position.
The throttle handle is located to the right of the
steering wheel on the dash panel. When set in a
given position, a uniform engine speed will be
maintained. Rotate the handle rearward to increase
the engine speed.
C. PTO Switch
Figure 2
The PTO switch is a rocker type switch located to
the right of the steering wheel on the dash panel.
Push the top of the PTO switch downward to
engage the PTO. Push the bottom of the switch
downward to disengage.
D. Ignition Switch
NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery
discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch
when the tractor is not in use.
The ignition switch has three positions as follow:
OFF
STOP
Figure 3
PTO
Switch
Symbol
ON
START
OFF - Engine and electrical system is turned off.
ON - The tractor electrical system is energized.
START- The starter motor will turn over the engine.
Release the key immediately when the
engine starts
E. Brake Pedal
The brake pedal is located at the front of the right
running board above the forward and reverse
pedals. Depress to engage the tractor brakes and
neutralize the hydrostatic
depress the brake pedal to activate the safety
interlock switch when starting the tractor.
F. Reverse Pedal
Reverse
Pedal
Symbol
The reverse control pedal is located on the right
running board below the brake pedal. Press the
pedal down to move in reverse.
WARNING: Check behind the tractor to
be sure the area is clear of people, pets
or obstacles and use a slower speed to
maintain control of the tractor when
traveling in reverse.
G. Forward Pedal
Forward
Pedal
Symbol
The forward control pedal is located on the right
running board below the brake pedal. Slowly press
down on the pedal to start moving forward. The
forward ground speed of the tractor is directly
affected by the distance the pedal is depressed.
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Brake Pedal
Symbol
Figure 4
transmission.
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