Cub Cadet RZT 50 Operator's Manual page 14

startermotorto cool. Try againafterwaiting.If
aftera fewattempts the enginefailsto start,do
notkeeptryingtostartitwiththechokeclosed as
this will causefloodingandmakestartingmore
difficult.
As the enginewarmsup, graduallypush the
chokeknobdownward t o openthechoke. D onot
usethe choketo enrichthe fuelmixture, e xcept
asnecessary t o starttheengine.
Allowthe engineto runfor a few minutes at mid
throttle beforeputting theengine under load.
Observethe hour meter/indicator panel.If the
batteryindicatorlightor oil pressure lightcome
on,immediately s topthe engine. H avethetractor
inspected byyour
Cub Cadet dealer.
COLD WEATHER STARTING
Be sure to use the proper oil for the expected
temperatures (Check the table in the engine section
at the back of this manual). Follow the normal engine
starting instructions above. However, allow the
engine ample time to warm up before putting the
tractor under load.
USING JUMPER CABLES TO START ENGINE
_ WARNING: 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 tractor must be started, the aid of
a booster battery will be necessary. Connect the
booster battery as follows:
• Connect the end of one cable to the disabled
tractor battery's positive terminal; then connect
the other end of that cable to the booster
battery's positive terminal.
• 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 dis-
abled tractor, as far from the battery as possible.
• Start the disabled tractor following the normal
starting instructions previously provided; then
disconnect the jumper cables in the exact reverse
order of their connection.
• Have the tractor's electrical system checked and
repaired as soon as possible to eliminate the
need for jump starting.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
• Place the PTO switch in the "OFF" position.
• Engage the parking brake.
• Move the RH and LH drive control levers fully
outward in the neutral position.
• Place the throttle control lever to the slow (idle)
position.
• Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position and
remove the key from the ignition switch.
NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition
switch to prevent accidental starting or battery
discharge if the equipment is left unattended.
PRACTICE OPERATION (INITIAL USE)
Operating a zero-turn tractor is not like operating a
conventional type riding tractor. Although and be-
cause a zero-turn tractor is more maneuverable, get-
ting used to operating the control levers takes some
practice.
We strongly recommend that you locate a reason-
ably large, level and open "practice area" where there
are no obstructions, pedestrians, or animals. You
should practice operating the tractor for a minimum of
30 minutes.
Carefully move (or have moved) the tractor to the
practice area. When performing the practice session,
the PTO should not be engaged. While practicing,
operate the tractor at approximately 1/2-3/4 throttle
and at less than full speed in both forward and
reverse.
Carefully practice maneuvering the tractor using the
instructions in the following section "Driving the Trac-
tor." Practice until you are confident that you can
safely operate the tractor.
DRIVING THE TRACTOR
_ ARNING: Avoid sudden starts, exces-
sive speed and sudden stops.
WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the
tractor without disengaging the PTO,
moving drive control levers fully outward
in the neutral position, and engaging the
parking brake. If leaving the tractor
unattended, turn the ignition key off and
remove key.
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