Controls & Operation; Brake Pedal; Ignition Switch - Cub Cadet Z-Force Pro Operator's Manual

Controls & Operation

Brake Pedal

Cup Holder
Fuel Tank Cap
Fuel Level Window
LH Transmission Bypass Rod
NOTE:
This Operator's Manual covers several
models. Tractor features may vary by model.
Not all features in this manual are applicable to
all tractor models and the tractor depicted may
differ from yours.
NOTE:
References to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT,
and REAR indicate that position on the tractor
when facing forward while seated in the
operator's seat.
Steering Column Adjustment
Lever
The steering column adjustment lever is
located on the right side of the steering
column. To adjust the angle of the steering
column rotate the lever counterclockwise,
move the steering column to the desired
position and then rotate the lever clockwise to
lock it into position.
NOTE:
Be sure that the steering column
adjustment lever is tight to prevent the column
from moving when operating the tractor.
NOTE:
The handle is spring loaded so that it
can moved out of the way after tightening.
Pull the handle out and rotate it to the desired
position.
Forward Drive Pedal
The forward drive pedal is located
on the right side of the machine,
along the running board. Press the
forward drive pedal forward to cause
the tractor to travel forward. Ground
speed is also controlled with the
forward drive pedal. The further forward the
pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will
travel. The pedal will return to its original/
neutral position when it's not pressed.
Forward Drive Pedal
Reverse Drive Pedal
Steering Column Adjustment Lever
Deck Lift Handle
Deck Height Index
Fuel Tank Cap
Fuel Level Window
RH Transmission Bypass Rod
Reverse Drive Pedal
The reverse drive pedal is located
on the right side of the tractor along
the running board. Ground speed is
also controlled with the reverse drive
pedal. The further downward the
pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor
will travel. The pedal will return to its original/
neutral position when it's not pressed.
Brake Pedal
The brake pedal is
located on the left
front side of the
running board. The
brake pedal can be
used for sudden stops or setting the parking
brake.
NOTE:
The brake pedal must be fully
depressed to activate the safety interlock
switch when starting the rider.

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is located
on the RH console to the
rear of the throttle control.
The ignition switch has three
positions as follows:
STOP — The engine and electrical system
are turned off.
RUN — The tractor electrical system is
energized.
START — The starter motor will turn over
the engine. Release the key immediately when
the engine starts
NOTE:
To prevent accidental starting and/or
battery discharge, remove the key from the
ignition switch when the tractor is not in use.
Control Panel
(b)
(e)+
(f)+
Fuel Valve
(g)+
Deck Height Index
The deck height index
consists of several holes
located on the front of
the RH console. Each
hole corresponds to a 1⁄ 4 "
change in the deck height
position ranging from 1"
at the lowest notch to 5"
at the highest notch. The
highest notch is also the
transport position and
the lowest position is the
deck removal/installation
position .
NOTE:
Do not cut grass in the deck removal/
installation position
detrimental to the belt life.
Deck Lift Handle
The deck lift handle is located on the front of
the RH console, and is used to raise and lower
the mower deck.
Depress the button on the end of the handle and
push downward to lower the deck, or pull upward
to raise the deck. When the desired height is
attained, secure the pin in the desired index hole
and release the button on the handle.
NOTE:
Make certain the deck is secured and
the pin is fully inserted into the deck height
index. The pin is keyed to help keep it in place
and fits into the slotted holes on the deck
height index.
NOTE:
The deck lift handle must always be
above the pin, never hang the deck lift handle
from the pin when mowing.
3
(c)*
(d)
(a)
* – If Equipped
+ – Optional
. Doing so is
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