Cub Cadet RT 65 Rear Tine Tiller Operation Manual - Page 11

Controls and Features Gear Selection Handle Handle Adjustment Lock 4 Clutch Control Depth Stake Engine Controls Figure 4-1 Choke Lever (If equipped) See the separate Engine Operator's Manual for additional information and functions of the engine controls. The choke lever is used to enrich the fuel mixture in the carburetor when starting a cold engine. Gear Selection Handle Primer (If equipped) The gear selection handle is located on the front of the handle assembly. It is used to select NEUTRAL, REVERSE, or one of the FORWARD modes. The primer is used when starting a cold engine. Handle Adjustment Lock Clutch Control The clutch control is located beneath the handle. Squeezing the clutch handle against the handle engages the wheel and tine drive mechanisms. Throttle Control The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It controls the engine speed and stops the engine. Depth Stake The handle may be adjusted to the height desired by unlocking the Handle Adjustment Lock, then moving the handle bars to the desired position and then re-locking the Handle Adjustment Lock. Fuel Shut-Off Valve (If equipped) Make sure the valve is in the ON (horizontal) position when starting the engine. Any time the tiller is not in operation (i.e., storing, performing maintenance or adjustment), make sure the valve is in the OFF (vertical) position. The depth stake controls the tilling depth. 11