Cub Cadet Pro Z SurePath Auto Steer Series Operator's Manual page 22

• Continue driving in a straight line, travel a minimum of 10 yards (30 feet), then
briefly press the SET LINE/ENGAGE AUTO button on the Operator Control Panel
again to set point B. See Figure 27 on page 21. The LINE and AUTO indicators
will turn solid green when points A and B are set.
NOTE: Once the AUTO Indicator/on the Operator Control Panel is solid green,
the system is activated for SurePath Auto Steer Mode and the operator should
let go of the steering wheel.
IMPORTANT! Setting the mowing line automatically shifts mower to SurePath Auto
Steer Mode.
Clearing the Mowing Line (SurePath Auto Steer Mode)
To reset the system and remove the saved points defining the mowing line:
1. Stop the mower.
2. Turn the PTO off.
3. Press and hold the SET LINE/ENGAGE AUTO button on the Operator Control
Panel for a minimum of 3 seconds.
NOTE: If SET LINE/ENGAGE AUTO button is not held for a minimum of 3 seconds,
the Indicator/Warning Lights will blink yellow once to indicate an invalid reset.
4. LINE indicator on the Operator Control Panel will turn off once points A and B
are cleared.
NOTE: Operator will need to reset points A and B prior to resuming SurePath
Auto Steer Mode. Refer to Setting the Mowing Line (SurePath Auto
Steer Mode).
NOTE: Clearing the mowing line will automatically return mower to
manual mode.
Holding the SET LINE/ENGAGE AUTO button for less than 3 seconds will fail
to reset line and may shift the mower back into auto mode if preset lines
are still stored. Loss of control, property damage, personal injury, or death
may result.
Manual Override of SurePath Auto Steer Mode
To remove the mower from SurePath Auto Steer Mode, the operator should resume
control of the steering wheel and turn it slightly to either the right or left. This
will return the mower to manual mode. The AUTO indicator will be flashing. See
Figure 28.
To resume SurePath Auto Steer Mode, briefly press the SET LINE/ENGAGE AUTO
button on the Operator Control Panel. See Figure 28.
Briefly press SET LINE/ENGAGE
AUTO button to resume Auto Steer
NOTE: Do not hold the SET LINE/ENGAGE AUTO button down when resuming
SurePath Auto Steer Mode. Holding the button for 3 seconds or more will reset the
system, erasing the A and B points previously set.
WARNING
Manually steer
around obstacles
Figure 28
OPERATION
Automatic Shut Off or GPM Signal Loss
If the GPM loses signal, the mower will return to manual mode. The following
sequence will occur:
1. The Indicator/Warning Lights on the Light Module will flash red and the system
will stop steering the mower.
2. The operator must resume control of the steering wheel and turn it slightly to
either the right or left to return to manual mode.
3. Once GPS signal has been reacquired, the Indicator/Warning Lights will be solid
green. Briefly press the SET LINE/ENGAGE AUTO button to resume SurePath
Auto Steer Mode.
If the SurePath Auto Steer system malfunctions, stop using the machine or
disable the system and have it repaired by an authorized servicing dealer as
soon as possible.
NOTE: If the SurePath Auto Steer system malfunctions see Troubleshooting in the
Product Care section or contact an authorized service provider.
Using the Mower Deck (SurePath Auto Steer Mode)
To avoid personal injury to you or others, always use caution and be aware
of your surroundings when using the SurePath Auto Steer Mode. Stop the
machine immediately if anyone enters the area.
NOTE: Operator is always in control of the mower's speed and braking.
1. Use the deck lift pedal (a) to raise the deck to its highest position, place the
clevis pin (b) attached to the mower into the desired index hole on the deck
height index, then slowly release the deck lift pedal (a). Refer to Figure 25 on
page 20.
2. Mow across slopes, not up and down. If mowing a slope, start at bottom and
work upward to ensure turns are made uphill.
3. To establish your mowing line refer to Setting the Mowing Line (SurePath Auto
Steer Mode) section.
IMPORTANT! Setting the mowing line automatically shifts mower to SurePath Auto
Steer Mode.
4. Engage the PTO knob and move the throttle control to the FAST
5. To move forward, slowly push the forward drive pedal forward. The SurePath
Auto Steer system will keep the mower aligned with the preset mowing line.
NOTE: The speed of the mower will affect cut quality of the lawn. Mowing
at full speed will adversely affect a high quality cut lawn. Control the ground
speed with the drive pedals.
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