Cub Cadet RZT S 42 RZT S 42 Operator's Manual - Page 18

Driving The Tractor WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. 1. Release the parking brake. Move the throttle/choke control lever into the FAST position. 2. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the forward drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 5-2. Forward Drive Pedal Reverse Drive Pedal Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Figure 5-2 3. To stop or slow down the tractor, take your foot off of the forward or reverse drive pedal . To lock the parking brake, press forward on the brake pedal, then press down on the parking break/cruise control lever and then release the brake pedal . 4. To use the cruise control: a. Press down on the forward drive pedal . b. While maintaining the desired speed press down on the parking break/cruise control lever then release the forward drive pedal to activate the cruise control. 5. To release the cruise control, press the brake or the forward drive pedal . NOTE: The forward and reverse drive pedals must not be used when the brake is partially engaged. When the brake is locked the drive belt is disengaged but if the brake is only part way back then the brakes are engaged but so is the drive belt so transmission damage will occur if you push forward or reverse. 6. To travel in reverse, check that the area behind is clear then slowly push forward on the reverse drive pedal with the ball of your foot (NOT your heel) until the desired speed is achieved. See Figure 5-2. CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before moving the tractor from forward to reverse or vice versa. WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO knob in the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the engine off and remove the ignition key. Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely. WARNING! Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1⁄2 feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury. • Mow across slopes, not up and down. • Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. • Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then turn slowly uphill and use extra care while turning. Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of a rollover. • Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward. 18 Section 5- Operation