Cub Cadet Pro Z SurePath Auto Steer Series Operator's Manual page 19

3. Adjust the operator's seat to the most comfortable position that allows you to
operate the controls. Refer to the Set-Up section for instructions on adjusting
the seat.
4. Adjust the steering wheel tilt with the steering column adjustment lever.
5. Release the parking brake.
6. Move the throttle control lever (if equipped) forward to the FAST
NOTE: The mower's engine is designed to run at full throttle, but when
performing a practice session the mower must be operated at less than full
throttle. This only applies to practice.
Always maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel.
7. To drive the mower, firmly grasp the steering wheel with your right and left
hands and continue with Driving the Mower Forward.
Driving the Mower Forward
Keep all movement of the drive pedals slow and smooth. Abrupt movement
of the pedals can affect the stability of the mower and could cause
the mower to flip over, which may result in serious injury or death to
the operator.
1. Slowly push the forward drive pedal forward. The mower will start to move
forward. See Figure 23.
2. As the forward drive pedal is pushed farther forward the speed of the mower
will increase.
3. To slow the mower, slowly release the forward drive pedal to attain the desired
speed, or allow pedal to return to the neutral position to stop the mower.
Turning the Mower While Driving Forward
When reversing the direction of travel, performing gradual "U" turns where
possible is recommended. Sharper turns increase the possibility of turf
defacement, and could affect control of the mower. ALWAYS slow the mower
before making sharp turns.
To turn the mower while driving forward, use the steering wheel to turn in the
direction you wish to travel.
1. To turn to the left, turn the steering wheel counter-clockwise (to the
operator's left).
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2. To turn to the right, turn the steering wheel clockwise (to the operator's right).
3. The greater the distance the steering wheel is turned, the sharper the mower
will turn.
4. To execute a "pivot turn," move the steering wheel so that the inside wheel is
angled at approximately 88° and the turn side tire will not rotate.
position. NOTE: Making a "pivot turn" on grass will greatly increase the potential for
defacement of the turf as well as potential damages to the traction surface and
the tire.
Driving the Mower in Reverse
Always look behind and down on both sides of the mower before backing
up. Always look behind while traveling in the reverse direction.
1. Slowly push the reverse drive pedal forward. The mower will start to move in
the reverse direction. See Figure 24.
2. As the reverse drive pedal is pushed farther forward the speed of the mower
will increase.
3. To slow the mower release the reverse drive pedal to attain the desired speed,
or allow the pedal to return to the neutral position to stop the mower.
Turning While Driving Rearward
To turn the mower while driving rearward, use the steering wheel to turn in the
direction you wish to travel.
1. To turn to the left while traveling in reverse, turn the steering wheel clockwise
(to the operator's right).
2. To turn to the right while traveling in reverse, turn the steering wheel counter-
clockwise (to the operator's left).
3. The greater the distance the steering wheel is turned, the sharper the mower
will turn.
4. To execute a "pivot turn," move the steering wheel so that the inside wheel is
angled at approximately 88° and the turn side tire will not rotate.
NOTE: Making a "pivot turn" on grass will greatly increase the potential for
defacement of the turf as well as potential damages to the traction surface and
the tire.
Executing a Zero Turn
1. A zero turn maneuver can be executed while the machine is moving in the
forward or reverse directions if the steering wheel is turned completely in the
one direction.
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