Cub Cadet GTX 2100 Lawn Mower User Manual


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Operation
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WARNING! Avoid serious injury or death. Go up
and down slopes, not across. Avoid sudden turns.
Do not operate unit where it could slip or tip. If

down the hill safely. Keep safety devices (guards,
shields and switches) in place and working. Remove
objects that could be thrown by the blades. Know
location and function of all controls. Be sure the
blades and the engine are stopped before placing
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and remove key.
Safety Interlock Switches
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the
protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever
malfunction, do not operate tractor. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer.
 The safety interlock system prevents the engine from
cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged,
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 The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves
the seat before engaging the parking brake.
 


regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged.
 



Reverse travel.
WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
Starting the Engine
WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
NOTE: Refer to the Assembly & Set-up section of this manual for
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 Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.
2.  
  .
4. Push the choke control upward into the choke on
position.
NOTE: If the engine is warmed up, it may not be necessary
to place the choke control in the choke position.
5. Move the throttle control lever to midway between the
FAST  positions.
NOTE: When operating the tractor be certain that the
throttle lever is always in the FAST (rabbit) position.

lead to shortened battery life.
6. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position.
After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the
 position.
CAUTION: 
position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing
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starter.
6. After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control.
NOTE: 

engine to run poorly.
Stopping the Engine
WARNING! If you strike a foreign object, stop the
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage.
Repair the damage before restarting and operating
 
lever 
2.  position
 
position.
4. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent
unintended starting.
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