Cub Cadet Z-Force 54-KH Lawn Mower User Manual


 
13se c t i O n 4 — cO n t r O l s a n d fe a t u r e s
Fuel Shut-Off Valve
The fuel shut-off valve is located on top of the fuel tank. When
turned in a clockwise direction until it stops, it will shut off the
flow of fuel to the engine. When turned in a counterclockwise
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Fig. 4-2.
NOTE: Close this valve if you are not going to run the mower for a
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CLOSE
OPEN
Figure 4-2
Transmission Bypass Rods (Not Shown)
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transmission) are located beneath the frame platform, just inside
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When engaged, the two rods open a bypass within the
hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to be pushed
short distances by hand. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments
section for instructions on using the bypass feature.
CAUTION: Never tow your tractor. Towing the
tractor with the rear wheels on the ground may
cause severe damage to the transmissions.
Transmission Oil Expansion Reservoir (Not Shown)
The transmission oil expansion reservoir is connected by hoses to
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the seat box. The function of the reservoir is to hold the natural
expansion of transmission oil that occurs as the transmission
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Under normal operating conditions, no oil should be added
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approximately ⁄
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NOTE: 
the reservoir may be slightly higher than the maximum due to air
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air from the lines and the oil level will settle to the maximum.
Cold Oil Full Mark
Figure 4-3