Cub Cadet GT 2550 Operator's Manual page 14

L. LIFT HANDLE
The lift handle is located in the left fender and is used
to raise and lower equipment used with the tractor. The
equipment can be set in any of six positions by de-
pressing the top button on the handle, moving the han-
dle to the desired position, then releasing the button. It
may be necessary to push or pull slightly on the handle
to depress the button. A lift assist spring reduces the
effort needed to lift attachments. To adjust assist
spring tension refer to ADJUSTMENTS- Section III.
M. 12V POWER OUTLET
The 12V power outlet is located below the choke con-
trol on the left side of the dash panel. It is used for the
convenience of plugging in accessories that require a
power source with a maximum load of 5 amps at 12
volts.
N. TRANSMISSION RELEASE LEVER
The transmission release lever is located at the back of
the tractor in the rear drawbar. When engaged, this le-
ver opens a hydrostatic pump bypass valve, which al-
lows the tractor to be pushed short distances by hand.
To engage the release lever, lift and pull the lever rear-
ward through the keyhole until the flange on the rod is
outside the drawbar. Lower the lever into the slot and
release. To disengage the release lever, pull back on
the lever, lift out of the slot and release.
O. CUP HOLDER
The cup holder is located on the right fender.
P. FUEL FILL CAP
The fuel tank is located under the rear fender. The filler
cap is in the center/rear of the fender
Q. STORAGE TRAY
The storage trays are located near the rear of the seat
on each fender. Use the trays to carry small loose arti-
cles while operating the tractor.
FUSES
The two fuses are located under the hood behind the
dash panel. Fuses are installed to protect the tractor's
electrical circuitry and components from damage
caused by excessive amperage.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system
for the protection of the operator. If the interlock sys-
tem should ever malfunction, do not operate the trac-
tor. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. The
safety interlock system prevents the engine from
cranking or starting unless the brake pedal is fully de-
pressed, and the PTO switch is in the "OFF" position.
The safety interlock system will automatically shut off
the engine if the operator leaves the seat before en-
gaging the brake lock.
The safety interlock system will automatically shut off
the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the PTO
in the "RUN" position, regardless of whether the brake
lock is engaged. The PTO switch must be moved to the
"OFF" position to restart the engine.
With key switch in "NORMAL MOWING" position:
The safety interlock system will automatically shut off
the PTO if the reverse control pedal is depressed with
the PTO in the "RUN" position. To re-engage the PTO,
release the reverse control pedal, move the PTO
switch to the "OFF" position, then again pull the switch
to the "RUN" position.
OPENING THE TRACTOR HOOD
WARNING:
recently run, the engine, muffler and
surrounding metal surfaces will be hot
and can cause burns to the skin. Allow
the tractor to cool and use caution when
opening the hood.
The hood of the tractor raises from the front of the trac-
tor and pivots upward toward the dash panel. The hood
is equipped with gas cylinders to aid in lifting the hood
and to hold the hood in the up position.
To raise the hood proceed as follows:
• Locate the latch bracket at the bottom/center of
the front of the hood. See Figure 8.
Front/Bottom
of Hood
• Pull the latch bracket upward until it releases from
the latch rod; then lift the hood.
To close the hood, push the hood firmly downward
until the latch bracket engages the latch rod.
NOTE: To ensure the hood is locked in the down
position, push the latch bracket fully downward after
closing the hood.
NOTE: Some front mounted attachments must be fully
lowered to allow the hood to be opened. Use care to
avoid damage to the hood.
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If the engine has
Pull Upward
Latch Bracket
Figure 8
been