Cub Cadet ZTS1 42 Operation Manual - Page 14

OPERATION 5 Deck Lift Pedal The deck lift pedal is located on the front, left corner of the platform. The pedal is used in conjunction with the deck lift knob to raise and lower the mowing deck. Push forward on the deck lift pedal, rotate the deck lift knob to the desired height and release the deck lift pedal. 6 Ignition Module WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended. Always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove key to prevent unintended starting. To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired. To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counter-clockwise to the STOP position. CAUTION Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety Interlock System and Starting the Engine in the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE . NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge, remove key from the ignition switch when tractor is not in use. 7 Power Take-Off (PTO) The PTO switch is located on the RH console to the left of the hour meter/ indicator panel. The PTO switch operates the electric PTO clutch mounted on the bottom of the engine crankshaft. Pull the switch knob upward to engage the PTO clutch or push the knob downward to disengage the clutch. The PTO switch must be in the "OFF" position when starting the engine. 8 Transmission Bypass Lever The transmission bypass lever is located to the right of the operator's seat, next to the park brake lever. When engaged, the lever opens a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to be pushed short distances by hand. Refer to the Assembly section for additional instructions. CAUTION Never tow your tractor. Towing the tractor with the rear wheels on the ground may cause severe damage to the transmissions. 9 Park Brake Lever The park brake lever is located to the right of the operator's seat, next to the transmission bypass lever. It is used to engage the parking brake when the tractor is at rest. Refer to the Driving the Tractor section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake. NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off. 10 Deck Height Index Each rotation represents a 1⁄4" (6.35 mm) change in deck height. Positions range from 1" (2.5 cm) to 4-1/2" (11.4 cm) at the highest point. 11 Deck Lift Knob The deck lift knob is used in conjunction with the deck lift pedal to raise and lower the mowing deck. Push forward on the deck lift pedal, rotate the deck lift knob to the desired height and release the deck lift pedal. 12 Cup Holder The cup holder is located on the top of the console. 13 Storage Tray The storage tray is located to the rear of the console. 14 Fuel Tank Cap Turn the fill cap counter-clockwise and pull upward to remove. The fuel cap is tethered to the tractor to prevent its loss. Do not attempt to remove the cap from the tractor. Fill tank to 1/2" (12.7 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck, allowing some space in the tank for fuel expansion. Do not overfill the tank. Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn at least two clicks clockwise to tighten. Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. WARNING Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running. If the engine is hot from recently running, allow to cool for at least five minutes before refueling. Highly flammable gasoline could splash onto the engine and cause a fire. 14