Operation - Cub Cadet LT 2180 Operator's Manual

WARNING
Receive Instruction - Read the operator's
manual. Learn to operate this machine
SAFELY. Don't risk INJURY or DEATH.
1. Before starting the engine or beginning operation,
be familiar with the controls. The operator must be
seated, the PTO switch in the "OFF" position and
the brake pedal fully depressed.
2. Keep all shields in place. Keep away from moving
parts.
3. NO RIDERS! Keep all people and pets a safe
distance away. Look behind to both sides before
backing up.
4. DO NOT direct the mower discharge at people.
5. Avoid slopes. Tractors can be rolled over.
6. Before leaving the operator's seat: Shut off the
PTO, engage the brake pedal lock, shut off the
engine and remove the ignition key. Wait for all
movement to stop before servicing or cleaning.
7. Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is running
or while the engine is hot. Tighten the fuel cap
securely.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR
1. Before you operate the tractor, study this manual
carefully. It has been prepared to help you operate
and maintain your tractor with utmost efficiency.
2. Familiarize yourself with the operations of all the
instruments and controls.
3. This engine is certified to operate on unleaded
gasoline. Fill the fuel tank with only clean, fresh,
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 85 octane.
Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in a
quantity that can be used within 30 days to assure
fuel freshness.
In countries other than the U.S.A., leaded gasoline
may be used if it is commercially available and un-
leaded is not available.
NOTE: Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformulated
gasolines, are gasoline blended with alcohols or
ethers. Excessive amounts of these blends can dam-
age the fuel system or cause performance problems.
Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol. If any
undesirable operating symptoms occur, use gasoline
with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether.
4. Check the engine and transmission oil levels.
5. Clean the air cleaner element if necessary.
SECTION II. OPERATION
6. Check the tire inflation pressures.
7. Adjust the seat for operator's maximum comfort,
8. Remove the side panels and clean
9. Refer to the various sections of the Owner's
STARTING THE ENGINE
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visibility and for maintaining complete control of
the tractor.
accumulated grass and debris from the engine air
inlet screen. Also clean the dash air intake
screen, grille and side panels to ensure adequate
cooling.
Manual for additional information.
WARNING
For personal safety, the operator must be sitting
in the tractor seat when starting the engine.
WARNING
This unit is equipped with a safety inerlock
system designed for the protection of the
operator. Do not operate the tractor if any part
of the interlock system is malfunctioning.
Periodically check the functions of the interlock
system for proper operation as described
below:
• The safety interlock system prevents the en-
gine from cranking or starting unless the
brake pedal is fully depressed and the PTO
clutch engagement switch is in the "OFF" po-
sition.
• The safety interlock system will automatical-
ly shut off the engine if the operator leaves
the seat before engaging the brake pedal
lock.
• The safety interlock system will automatical-
ly disengage the PTO if the reverse control
pedal is pressed down with the PTO in the
"RUN" position. To re-engage the PTO, re-
lease the reverse control pedal, move the
PTO switch into the "OFF" position and then
engage the PTO while seated.
• The safety interlock system will automatical-
ly shut off the tractor engine if the operator
leaves the seat with the PTO in the "RUN"
position.
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