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SECTION 2: OPERATION
ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)
This tractor is equipped with a foldable Rollover
Protection Structure (ROPS) and seat belts. When
used together they are effective in reducing injuries to
the operator in the event of an accidental tractor
rollover. The safety provided by the ROPS is
minimized if the seat belt is not properly adjusted
AND buckled.
WARNING: Always wear the seat belt
when operating the tractor equipped with
a ROPS. However, if the ROPS is in the
folded position or has been re-moved, the
seat belt must not be used.
Use the following guidelines when using a tractor
equipped with a ROPS:
•
Be aware of overhead clearances in the area of
operation. Check for clearance of door (or gate)
openings and other overhead objects such as
utility lines and tree branches. Overhead objects
could catch the ROPS and upset the tractor.
•
Do not modify the ROPS by drilling holes for, or
welding accessories to the structure.
•
Do not use the ROPS to pull objects with the
tractor. Use ONLY the tractor drawbar for pulling.
•
In the event of an accident, have the ROPS
carefully inspected and, if necessary, replaced by
your Cub Cadet dealer. Do not attempt to repair
the ROPS.
PRE-STARTING CHECKS
Perform the following checks every day before start-
ing and operating the tractor.
•
Check the air pressures and general condition of
the tires.
•
Check under the tractor for any indications of oil
or water leakage.
•
Check that all lamps and lights work properly.
•
Walk around the tractor and inspect for loose
fasteners.
•
Check the transmission oil level.
•
Check the engine oil level.
•
Check the engine coolant level.
•
Check that the air cleaner is free of obstructions
and excessive dirt.
•
Check the fuel supply.
•
Check operation of the clutch and brake pedals.
•
Check operation of the parking brake.
FUELING THE TRACTOR
Fill the fuel tank with only clean, fresh, diesel fuel. To
ensure the freshness of the fuel, purchase fuel in a
quantity that can be used within 30 days.
NOTE: DO NOT USE KEROSENE OR GASOLINE in
your diesel engine. Damage to the engine will occur.
Generally a good grade Number Two Diesel Fuel
should be used in your diesel engine. However, in
extremely cold temperatures a quality Number One
Diesel Fuel, or a blend of Number One and Number
Two Diesel fuels should be used. In most areas,
diesel fuel is properly blended for seasonal use as
ambient temperatures change. Therefore, it is
important to monitor fuel purchases so that seasonal
grade fuels are not carried over after the average
ambient temperature has changed.
WARNING: Never fill the fuel tank to the
top of the filler neck. Expansion could
result in overflow through the vents in
the cap.
•
Do not smoke while refueling the tractor.
•
Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is
running or while the engine is hot.
•
The fuel fill cap is located beneath the small
access door in the rearward end of the hood.
Press downward on the rear of the door to open.
See Figure 22.
IMPORTANT: Use of a strainer when refueling is rec-
ommended to prevent impurities from entering the
fuel system and causing contamination of the injec-
tion pump.
•
Unscrew the fuel cap and fill tank from an
approved container. Do not fill the fuel tank to
capacity. Allow room for expansion.
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ACCESS
DOOR
FUEL CAP
Figure 22
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