Driving The Tractor; Stopping The Engine - Cub Cadet RZT S Series Operator's Manual

Stopping the Engine

1. Place the PTO switch in the disengaged position.
2. Engage the parking brake.
3. Move the throttle control to midway between the slow
and fast positions.
4. Turn the ignition key to the stop
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.

Driving The Tractor

WARNING!
Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed
and sudden stops.
1. Release the parking brake. Move the throttle/choke control
lever into the FAST position.
2. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the forward drive pedal
forward until the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 5-2.
Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever
Figure 5-2
3. To stop or slow down the tractor, take your foot off of the
forward or reverse drive pedal . To lock the parking
brake, press forward on the brake pedal, then press down
on the parking break/cruise control lever and then release
the brake pedal .
4. To use the cruise control:
a. Press down on the forward drive pedal .
b. While maintaining the desired speed press down on
the parking break/cruise control lever then release
the forward drive pedal to activate the cruise
control.
5.
NOTE: The forward and reverse drive pedals must not be
used when the brake is partially engaged. When the brake is
locked the drive belt is disengaged but if the brake is only part
way back then the brakes are engaged but so is the drive belt so
position and remove
transmission damage will occur if you push forward or reverse.
6.
Driving On Slopes
Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes
where you may operate the tractor safely.
Forward Drive Pedal
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Reverse Drive Pedal
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To release the cruise control, press the brake
forward drive pedal .
To travel in reverse, check that the area behind is clear then
slowly push forward on the reverse drive pedal with the
ball of your foot (NOT your heel) until the desired speed is
achieved. See Figure 5-2.
CAUTION:
Do NOT attempt to change the
direction of travel when the tractor is in motion.
Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before
moving the tractor from forward to reverse or vice
versa.
WARNING!
Do not leave the seat of the tractor
without first placing the PTO knob in the
disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the
parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also
turn the engine off and remove the ignition key.
WARNING!
Do not mow on inclines with a slope in
excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1⁄2
feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and
cause serious injury.
Mow across slopes, not up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then turn slowly
uphill and use extra care while turning. Turning up a slope
greatly increases the chance of a rollover.
Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is necessary
to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and
carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor
over backward.
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