Cub Cadet TANK M72-KW TANK M72-KW Operator's Manual - Page 31

3. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto one of the deck wash nozzles at either end of the mower deck. Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on the nozzle. See Fig. 6-4. Nozzle Adapter Pull Lock Collar Back Using the Transmission Bypass Valves If for any reason the tractor will not drive or you wish to move the tractor, the two hydrostatic transmissions are equipped with a bypass valve that will allow you to manually move the tractor short distances. Warning! Do not tow the tractor, even with the bypass rod engaged. Serious transmission damage will result from doing so. Adapter Lock Collar 1. From just in front of the engine and just behind the seat, locate the transmission bypass valves. Refer to Fig. 6-5. Deck Wash Nozzle Figure 6-4 4. Turn on the water supply. 5. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. Allow to run as needed. Disengage the PTO and stop the engine. 6. Turn off the water supply. 7. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to disconnect the adapter from the nozzle. 8. Repeat the previous steps to clean the deck using the nozzle at the other end of the deck. Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys Once a month remove the belt covers to remove any accumulation of grass clippings from around the spindle pulleys and V-belt. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass. Figure 6-5 2. Using a standard 7⁄16" wrench turn the valve counterclockwise one quarter turn. 3. Repeat the above procedure to engage the other bypass valve on the other side of the tractor. 4. After moving the tractor, return both valves to the operating position by turning the valve clockwise, but do not overtighten. NOTE: The tractor will not drive with the bypass valves in the engage position. Section 6 - Maintenance & Adjustments 31