Cub Cadet 769-08543 Lawn Mower User Manual


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Section 5 — operation
Stopping the Engine
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2. Move the RH and LH drive control levers to the neutral
position.
 Engage the parking brake.
4. 
and FAST positions.
5. 
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.
Practice Operation (Initial Use)
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type riding tractor. Although and because a zero turn tractor is
more maneuverable, getting used to operating the control levers
takes some practice.
We strongly recommend that you locate a reasonably large,
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pedestrians, or animals. You should practice operating the
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Carefully move (or have moved) the tractor to the practice area.
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engaged. While practicing, operate the tractor at approximately
⁄-⁄ throttle and at less than full speed in both forward and
reverse.
Use protective equipment for eyes, hands, hearing, feet, legs,
head and other areas of the body if needed — safety eye glasses,
gloves, earplugs, boots, hats, etc.
WARNING! Hearing Protection is required for all
operator exposure exceeding two (2) hours.
Carefully practice maneuvering the tractor using the instructions
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are confident that you can safely operate the tractor.
Driving the Tractor
WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed
and sudden stops.
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position that allows you to operate the controls. See seat
adjustment in the Maintenance & Adjustments section.
2. Release the parking brake.
 Move the RH and LH drive control levers inward in the
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SL
FAST
BRAKE
OFF
CHOKE ON
START
NEUTRAL
W A R N I N G
G
ON
ST
RU
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START
Control Lever Moved
Inward and in Neutral
Figure 1-1
NOTE: If the control levers are not even in the neutral position,
refer to Maintenance & Adjustments for instructions to adjust the
levers so that they are even.
4. Move the throttle control lever forward to the full throttle
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NOTE: 
full throttle, when performing a practice session the tractor
must be operated at less than full throttle (approximately
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WARNING! Always maintain a firm grip on the
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slow or stop the tractor; move levers to neutral
position using your hands.
5. To drive the tractor, firmly grasp the respective drive
control levers with your right and left hands and continue
with Driving the Tractor Forward on the following page.
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