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STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING: Always sit in the operator’s
seat when starting the tractor, Never
attempt to start the engine while
standing beside the tractor.
WARNING: Never use starting fluids,
such as ether, as a starting aid. Severe
engine damage or fire could result.
• Check the engine oil and coolant levels.
• Operator must be sitting in the tractor seat.
• Move the throttle handle to the full (FAST)
throttle position. Refer to Figure 14.
• Make sure the PTO switch is in the “OFF” posi-
tion. NOTE: The PTO indicator light on instru-
ment panel will light if switch is in ON position.
Figure 14
• Either fully depress and hold the brake pedal or
engage the parking brake. NOTE: The parking
brake indicator on instrument panel will light if
pedal is properly depressed.
• Turn the ignition key clockwise to the "RUN-
PREHEAT" position, and observe the glow plug
indicator light on the instrument panel. Wait
until the glow plug indicator light turns off
before cranking the engine.
NOTE: Preheating may not be necessary if the
engine has been running and is warm.
• Turn the ignition key to the “START” position
and release it as soon as the engine starts;
however, do not crank the engine continuously
for more than 20 seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start within this time, turn the
key to “OFF” and wait at least one minute to
allow the engine’s starter motor to cool. Try
again after waiting.
• After the engine has started, slowly move the
throttle lever to the idle position. Allow the
engine to idle for approximately three to five
minutes before putting the engine under load.
• Observe the instrument panel. If the battery
indicator light, oil pressure light, or coolant
temperature light comes on, immediately stop
the engine. Have the tractor inspected by your
Cub Cadet dealer.
COLD WEATHER STARTING
Ensure that the correct viscosity grade of lubricating
oil is used for the ambient temperature range in
which the engine will run, as shown in the
lubrication table in the MAINTENANCE section of
this manual. Place the throttle control in the low idle
(SLOW) position if the temperature is below 32°F
(0°C), then follow the normal engine starting
instructions above. Allow the engine additional time
to warm up.
USING JUMPER CABLES TO START ENGINE
WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric
acid and produce explosive gasses.
Make certain the area is well ventilated,
wear gloves and eye protection, and
avoid sparks or flames near the battery.
If the battery loses power and is unable to
adequately crank the engine to start it, the aid of a
booster battery may be necessary. Connect the
booster battery as follows:
• Connect the ends of one jumper cable to the
positive terminals of both the disabled tractor
battery and the booster battery.
• Connect one end of the other cable to the
booster battery’s negative terminal.
• Connect the other end of that cable to the
engine block or frame of the disabled tractor, as
far from the battery as possible.
• Start the disabled tractor following the normal
starting instructions previously provided; then
disconnect the jumper cables in the exact
reverse order of connection.
• Have the tractor’s electrical system checked
and repaired as soon as possible to eliminate
the need for jump starting.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
• Place the PTO switch in the “OFF” position.
• Place the throttle control as follows:
- If the engine has been operated at low loads,
place the throttle control lever in the “SLOW”
position and allow the engine to idle for about
one minute.
- If the engine has been operated at high load,
run the engine at approximately 1/2 throttle
for three to five minutes to reduce the engine
coolant and oil temperatures. Then move the
throttle control to the "SLOW" position.
THROTTLE
PTO SWITCH
IN ‘OFF’
POSITION
SLOW
FAST
HANDLE