Cub Cadet XT2 GX50 Operation Manual - Page 22

OPERATION To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE: NOTE: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat. 1. Start the engine as instructed above. 2. Press the REVERSE CAUTION MODE button and hold for 3 seconds. The indicator light will flash for 3 seconds and will stay on when the REVERSE CAUTION MODE is activated. See Figure 28. 3. The indicator light above the REVERSE CAUTION MODE button will be ON while activated. See Figure 28. 3. To disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), push the PTO (Blade Engage) Switch inward to the disengaged (OFF) position. Engaging the PTO (Blade Engage)(Manual PTO tractors) Engaging the PTO (Blade Engage) transfers power to the cutting deck. To engage the PTO: 1. Move the throttle to the FAST position. 2. Push the PTO (Blade Engage) Lever forward into the engaged (ON) position. See Figure 29. Ignition Key Indicator Light Reverse Caution Mode Button Figure 28 4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting PTO (Blade Engage) Lever in the engaged (ON) position. 5. Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children are around. After resuming forward motion, press the REVERSE CAUTION MODE button to return to NORMAL MOWING. Figure 29 NOTE: When operating the tractor be certain that the throttle is always in the FAST position. Operating with the throttle at less than full throttle may lead to premature battery wear and a poor quality cut. 3. To disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), push the lever forward and to the right, out of the locked position, then release the lever into the disengaged (OFF) position. 6. The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until: Mowing • The REVERSE CAUTION MODE button is pressed again. • The ignition key is pressed or removed. • The operator leaves the seat. Engaging the PTO (Blade Engage)(Electric PTO tractors) WARNING To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet (23 meters) from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Engaging the PTO (Blade Engage) transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO: 1. Move the throttle to the FAST position. 2. Pull the PTO (Blade Engage) Switch outward into the engaged (ON) position. See H in Figure 25. NOTE: When operating the tractor be certain that the throttle is always in the FAST position. Operating with the throttle at less than full throttle may lead to premature battery wear and a poor quality cut. WARNING Make certain the area to be mowed is free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other objects that can be thrown by the rotating blades. NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in grass. Premature wear and possible failure of the "V" belt and PTO clutch will result. Fully raise the deck or move to a non-grassy area before engaging the mower deck. 22