Throttle/Choke Control Lever; Deck Lift Lever; Ignition Module; Power Take-Off (Pto) Switch - Cub Cadet XT1 Operator's Manual

Throttle/Choke Control Lever

The throttle/choke control is located on the left side of
the tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed
of the engine and, when pushed all the way forward,
closes the choke for cold starting. When set in a given
position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine
speed.
NOTE: When operating the tractor with the cutting
deck engaged, be certain that the throttle/choke
control is always in the FAST
Throttle Control (If so equipped)
The throttle control is located on the left side of the
tractor's dash panel. When set in a given position, a
uniform engine speed will be maintained.
Push the throttle control handle forward to increase
the engine speed. The tractor is designed to operate
with the throttle control in the fast position (full
throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the
mower deck is engaged.
Pull the throttle control handle rearward to decrease
the engine speed.
Choke Control
(If so equipped)
On some models, moving the throttle lever all the
way forward activates the engine's choke control.
On all other models, the choke control can be
found on the right side of the dash panel and is
activated by pulling the knob outward. Activating the choke
control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in
starting the engine.

Deck Lift Lever

Models with Electric PTO
Models with Manual PTO
The lift lever is located in the right fender and is used to raise
and lower the deck. Pull the handle to the left out of the index
notch and push downward to lower the deck, or pull upward to
raise the deck. When the desired height is attained, move the lift
handle to the right until fully in the index notch.
position.

Ignition Module

WARNING!
Never
leave a running
machine unattended.
Always disengage
PTO, set parking brake, stop
engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.
To start the engine, insert the
key into the ignition switch and
turn clockwise to the START
position. Release the key into the
NORMAL MOWING MODE
position once the engine has fired.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the
STOP position.
CAUTION:
Prior to operating the tractor, refer to
both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The
Engine in the Operation section of this manual for
detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch
Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE
CAUTION MODE

Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch

( )
Models with Electric PTO
The PTO switch is located on the dash panel
to the right of the LCD Service Minder & Hour
Meter.
Activating the PTO engages power to the
cutting deck or other (separately available)
attachments. See the Operation section for
information and isntructions on using the PTO.
PTO/Blade Engage Handle
( )
Models with Manual PTO
The PTO/blade engage handle is located on the right fender.
Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other
(separately available) attachments. See the Operation section for
information and isntructions on using the PTO.
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