Controls & Features - Cub Cadet SC 500 ez Operator's Manual

Controls and Features
Premium
Drive Control
Electric Starter
Button†
Recoil Starter
Side Discharge
Chute
† If Equipped
Blade Control
The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower.
Depress and squeeze it against the drive control to operate the
unit. Release it to stop engine and blade.
WARNING:
This blade control is a safety device.
Never attempt to bypass its operations.
Premium Drive Control
The premium drive control is located on the upper handle and
is used to engage the drive. Pushing the control forward will
engage the drive. The farther the control is pushed forward, the
faster the mower will propel. Once pressure is released from the
control it will return to the neutral position and the drive will be
disengaged.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left
rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the "Assembly &
Set-Up" Section.
Blade Control
Cutting Height
Adjustment
Lever
Figure 4-1
Deck Wash
Your mower's deck is equipped with a water port on its surface
as part of its deck wash system. Use the deck wash to rinse grass
clippings from the deck's underside.
Side Discharge Chute
Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To discharge the grass
clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the
"Assembly & Set-Up" section to attach the side discharge chute.
WARNING:
chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label
on the unit.
Electric Starter Button (If Equipped)
The electric starter button is located on the right side of the
upper handle. It serves as a key and can be removed.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand
behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
Deck Wash
Keep hands and feet away from the
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