Cub Cadet 12AE764N709 Operator's Manual page 7

Shift Lever Setup
1. Remove the 5/16-18 screw and the lock nut that hold
the shift lever to the shift lever plate, Figure 3-4.
2. Remove the remaining screw and nut from the lower
shift lever plate, Figure 3-4.
Figure 3-4: Remove shift lever and hardware from plate.
3. Position the upper shift lever into a vertical position
aligning the holes in the lever to the holes in the shift
plate, Figure 3-5.
4. Secure the lever to the plate using the two screws
and two nuts removed earlier, Figure 3-5.
Figure 3-5: Attach the shift lever.
Attaching the Battery Cables
NOTE: Some models may be shipped with the battery
cables already connected.
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos.
(+). The negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–).
NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date
shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery as
instructed in the Maintenance section of this manual
prior to operating the mower.
The positive cable (heavy red wire) is secured to the
positive battery terminal (+) with a bolt and hex nut at
the factory. Make certain that the rubber boot covers the
terminal to help protect it from corrosion.
1. Remove the wing nut and bolt from the negative
cable, Figure 3-6.
2. Remove the plastic terminal cover, if present, from
the negative battery terminal and attach the negative
cable (heavy black wire) to the negative battery
terminal (–) with the nut and bolt.
Figure 3-6: Connect negative cable to negative terminal.
Rear Tire Pressure
WARNING: Never exceed the maximum
inflation pressure shown on the sidewall
of tire.
The recommended operating rear tire pressure is
approximately 20 psi for the rear tires. Check the tire
pressure periodically and maintain equal pressure in both
rear tires at all times.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire
manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi. Do
not overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the
cutting deck to mow unevenly.


Assembly
WARNING
WARNING: To prevent
personal injury or
property damage, do not
attempt to start the engine
until all assembly steps
are complete and you
have read the safety and
operating sections in this
manual.
WARNING: The mowing
deck is capable of throw-
ing objects. Failure to
operate the mower with-
out the discharge cover
in the proper operating
position could result in
serious personal injury
and/or property damage.
WARNING: Never exceed
the maximum inflation
pressure shown on the
sidewall of tire.