Stopping The Engine; Tractor Break-In Procedure; Cold Weather Starting - Cub Cadet 2518 w/48" Mower Deck Operator's Manual

• 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.
1. Operator must be sitting in the tractor seat.
2. Pull choke control knob to full choke position. Less
choking may be necessary due to variations in
temperature, grade of fuel, etc. Little or no choking
will be needed when the engine is warm.
3. Place the throttle midway between the "SLOW"
and "FAST" position.
4. Place the PTO switch in the "OFF" position.
5. Fully depress the brake pedal.
6. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the "START"
position and release it as soon as the engine
starts; however, do not crank the engine
continuously for more than 10 seconds at a time. If
the engine does not start within this time, turn the
key "OFF" and wait a minute to allow the engine's
starter motor to cool, then try again.
7. After the engine starts, slowly release the brake
pedal. As the engine warms up, gradually push the
choke control knob all the way in. Do not use the
choke to enrich the fuel mixture, except as
necessary to start the engine.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

CAUTION
Remove the key from the ignition switch to
prevent accidental starting or battery discharge
if the equipment is left unattended.
Place the PTO switch in the "OFF" position. Place the
throttle control lever between the "MID" and "FAST"
positions. Wait a moment to allow the engine speed to
stabilize, then turn the ignition key to the "OFF"
position. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

TRACTOR BREAK-IN PROCEDURE

Never operate a new engine immediately
under full load. Break it in carefully as shown
in the table below.
Engine Throttle
Control Lever
Period
1/2
1st hour
X
2nd hour
3rd through
12th hour

COLD WEATHER STARTING

Engine exhaust gases are dangerous. Do not
run the engine in a confined area such as a
storage building any longer than is necessary.
Immediately move the tractor outdoors.
For personal safety, the operator must be sitting
in the tractor seat before starting the tractor.
When starting the engine at temperatures near or below
freezing, ensure the correct viscosity motor oil is used in
the engine and the battery is fully charged. Start the
engine as follows:
1. Pull the choke all the way out to full choke position.
2. Move the throttle control lever to midway between
the "SLOW" and "FAST" position.
3. Place the PTO switch in the "OFF" position.
4. Fully depress the brake pedal.
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CAUTION
Position Load
3/4 Full
X None
Light drawbar load
X Mowing with tractor
at slow groundspeed
X Medium drawbar
load
X Normal mowing
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