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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.
• Operator must be sitting in the tractor seat.
• Move the throttle handle to approximately the
“MID” throttle position. Refer to Figure 14.
• Make sure the PTO switch is in the “OFF”
position. Note: The PTO light on instrument
panel will flash 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 flash if
pedal is not 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 15 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, allow the engine
to run for approximately three to five minutes at
low throttle 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
Follow the normal engine starting instructions
above.
• An optional engine coolant heater is available
from your Cub Cadet dealer. This heater will
aid in starting the tractor when ambient
temperatures fall below 10°F (-12°C).
USING JUMPER CABLES TO START THE
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 one end of a jumper cable to the
disabled tractor battery’s positive terminal.
• Connect the other end of that cable to the
booster battery’s positive terminal.
• 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 lever in the “SLOW”
position and allow the engine to idle for about
one minute.
• Turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and
remove the key from the ignition switch.
NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition
switch to prevent accidental starting or battery
discharge if the equipment is left unattended.
THROTTLE
PTO SWITCH
IN ‘OFF’
POSITION
SLOW
FAST
HANDLE