Controls & Operation - Cub Cadet Pro Z 500 Operator's Manual

Controls & Operation
Deck Lift Pedal
Deck Height Index
Choke †
Parking Brake Lever
Hydrostatic
Bypass Lever
Fuel Guage †
Fuel Tank Cap
Fuel Valve
NOTE: References to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR
indicate that position on the tractor when facing
forward while seated in the operator's seat.
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.
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:
OFF — The engine and electrical system are
turned off.
ON — 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.
Transmission Bypass Lever
The transmission bypass lever is located next to
the LH console to the left of the operator's seat.
When engaged the valves open a bypass within
the hydrostatic transmissions. Refer to the
Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions on
using the bypass feature.
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Forward Drive Pedal
Reverse Drive Pedal
Steering Column Adjustment Lever
Fuel Guage †
Throttle † Ignition
PTO Switch
Fuel Valve
Accessory Switch
Fuel Guage †
Fuel Valve
† — If Equipped
Figure 3-1
Power Take-Off (PTO) Knob
The PTO knob is located on the
RH console to the right of the
operator's seat.
The PTO knob operates the
electric PTO clutch mounted
on the bottom of the engine
crankshaft. Pull the knob upward
to engage the PTO clutch, or
push the knob downward to
disengage the clutch.
The PTO knob must be in the
"OFF" position when starting the engine.
Hour Meter & Service Minder
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The hour meter and service minder is located
on the RH console to the right of the operator's
seat. It records the hours that the tractor has
been operated , engine speed (RPM), and service
reminders (oil, lube) in the digital display.
The hour meter and service minder is activated
whenever the ignition switch is turned to the
"ON" position. Keep a record of the actual hours
of operation to assure all maintenance procedures
are completed according to the instructions in
this Operator's Manual and the Engine Operator's
Manual.
Throttle
Manual Throttle (If equipped)
The throttle control is located on the RH
console to the right of the operator's seat.
When set in a given position, a uniform
engine speed will be maintained. The throttle
control moves between the FAST
slow
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 when the tractor is being driven
and the mower deck is engaged.
Pull the throttle control handle rearward to
Hour Meter &
decrease the engine speed.
Service Minder
Electronic Throttle (E-Governor) Knob (If equipped)
Receptacles
The electronic throttle (E-governor) knob is used
to control engine speed and RPM's. It also helps
control fuel efficiency. The electronic throttle
Fuel Tank Cap
knob can be rotated between an ECONOMY
mode and a MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE
Economy mode is used for basic transportation
of the tractor with the PTO disengaged and uses
the least fuel. The Maximum Performance mode
should be used when the PTO is engaged and uses
the most fuel. The tractor can be started in any
position along the dial, but should always be in
the MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE
PTO/deck is being used. The tractor will run in any
position between the two modes, but mowing
quality may suffer if mowing is done at less than
Maximum Performance.
Choke Knob (If equipped)
The choke knob is located on the
left side of the mower next to
the operator's seat. Pull the knob
out to choke the engine; push
the knob in/down to open the
choke. Having the choke in the ON position helps
the engine to start during initial start-up. During
normal operation the choke should be OFF.
Parking Brake Lever
The parking brake lever is located to the
left of the operator's seat. When pulled up
it engages the parking brake and when
pushed down it releases the brake.
NOTE: If the forward or reverse drive pedal
is engaged when engaging the parking
brake, the engine will stop. The parking
brake must be placed in the engaged
position when starting the engine.
Forward Drive Pedal
The forward drive pedal is located
on the right side of the machine,
directly to the right of the steering
column and 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.
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CHOKE