Cub Cadet Pro Z 500 Operator's Manual page 15

Reverse Drive Pedal
The reverse drive pedal is located
on the right side of the tractor, to
the right of the forward drive pedal,
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.
Fuel Tank Caps
The fuel tank caps are located on the top of the fuel
tank on the left and right side of the seat. Turn the fill
cap counter-clockwise to remove and clockwise until
it clicks three times to tighten. Always re-install the
fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing.
Warning! Never fill the fuel tank
when the engine is running. If the
engine is hot from recently running,
allow to cool for several minutes
before refueling. Highly flammable
gasoline could splash onto the
engine and cause a fire.
Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Shown)
The seat adjustment lever is located below
the front/right of the seat. The lever allows for
adjustment forward or rearward of the operator's
seat. Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for
instructions on adjusting the seat position.
Seat Tilt Knob (Not Shown)
The seat tilt knob is located on the left side of the
seat. Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for
instructions on adjusting the seat tilt.
Arm Rest Height Knobs (Not Shown,
If Equipped)
The arm height knobs are located under the seat
arms and can be used to adjust the height of the
arm rests. Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section
for instructions on adjusting the arm rest position.
Mechanical Suspension Mechanism (Not
Shown, If Equipped)
The mechanical suspension mechanism is located
on the front of the seat and can adjust the weight/
ride adjustment for operators in the 125- to
275-pound weight range. Refer to the Assembly
& Set-Up section for instructions on adjusting the
mechanical suspension mechanism.
Lumbar Support Lever (Not Shown, If
Equipped)
The lumbar support lever is located on the right
side of the seat on the seat back. Refer to the
Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions on
adjusting the lumbar support.
Seat Prop (Not Shown)
The seat prop is located on the left, rear side of the
operator's seat. It is used to prop the seat forward.
Seat Latch (Not Shown)
The seat latch is located below the rear, center of
the operators seat. The latch is used to secure the
seat into the operating position. Lift the latch and
tilt the seat forward access the area under the seat.
Deck Height Index
The deck height index consists of several holes
located on the left of the foot platform. 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.
Deck Lift Pedal
The deck lift pedal is located on the left front corner
of the foot platform, and is used to raise and lower
the mowing deck.
To raise the mowing deck to the transport position,
push the pedal all the way forward until the deck
transportation lock snaps into position. To remove
the deck from the transport position push forward
on the deck lift pedal and pull up on the deck lock
rod. To position the deck push the pedal all the way
forward, remove the clevis pin and reinsert it in the
desired cutting height and slowly release pressure
on the pedal until you reach the clevis pin.
Transport Lock
TRANSPORT LOCK
The transport lock is located
on the left side of the
operator's seat and is used to
lock the deck in the transport
position. Press down on the
deck lift pedal and lift up on
the deck lift release lever to
release the deck.
Transmission Oil Expansion Reservoir
(Not Shown, If Equipped)
The transmission oil expansion reservoir is
connected by hoses to the RH and LH transmission
assemblies, and is located under the seat. The
function of the reservoir is to hold the natural
expansion of transmission oil that occurs as the
transmission warms up during operation. DO NOT
FILL THE RESERVOIR.
Under normal operating conditions, no oil should
be added to the reservoir. The COLD oil level
should be approximately 1⁄4" above the bottom of
the reservoir.
NOTE: Prior to the initial operation of the tractor, the
oil level in the reservoir may be slightly higher than
the maximum due to air in the oil lines. Operation
of the tractor will eventually purge the air from the
lines and the oil level will settle to the maximum.
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.
Fuel Gauge(s)
There is a fuel gauge on top
of each of the two fuel tanks
or a single gauge to the right
of the operator's seat on
the RH console. The gauges
measure the fuel level in each
tank.
Fuel Valves
The fuel valves are located near the rear of each
fuel tank. The valve controls the fuel flow from
the right and left tank and also can shut off fuel
flow to the engine. Rotate the valve clockwise
to open the flow from the tank(s). Rotate the
valve conterclockwise to stop the flow from the
tank(s). The fuel tanks can be operated together,
independantly or shut the fuel flow off completely.
NOTE: IF both tanks are on, and one is empty the
engine will not start. Be certain to make sure both
tanks have fuel or that the empty tank's fuel valve
is closed.
Accessory Switch Receptacles
The two receptacles for optional accessories are on
the RH console. See the Attachments & Accessories
section for information. The receptacles are for
switches for an optional electric deck lift, lights
and/or an auxiliary switch.
Before Operating Your Machine
1. Before you operate the tractor, study this
manual carefully to familiarize yourself
with the operation of all the instruments
and controls. It has been prepared to help
you operate and maintain your machine
efficiently.
2. Fill the fuel tank with only clean, fresh,
unleaded gasoline with a pump sticker
octane rating of 87 or higher. When the
fuel reaches 1⁄2" below the bottom of the fill
neck, stop. DO NOT OVERFILL. Space must
be left for expansion.
3. Never use gasoline containing more than
10% ethanol or methanol.
4. Check the engine oil level as instructed in
the Engine Operator's manual.
5. Check the transmission oil level. The
transmission oil expansion reservoir is
located beneath the operator's seat. Always
wipe off the area around the reservoir fill
neck before checking the oil level to prevent
dirt from contaminating the oil. Remove the
cap and make sure the oil level is a 1/4" above
the bottom of the reservoir. If the oil level is
low, fill with Castrol™ (Syntec®) Edge™.
6. Check the tire inflation pressures
for the rear tires, 20-25 psi for the front tires.
NOTE: New tires are over-inflated in order to
properly seat the bead to the rim.
7. Check that all nuts, bolts and screws are tight.
8. Check the tension of the deck drive belts.
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