Cub Cadet PRO X 636 Manuel De L'opérateur page 13

2. Engage the parking brake.
3. Make certain the PTO is in the disengaged (down) position.
4. Lift the choke knob (if equipped) into the ON position.
NOTE: If the engine is warmed up, it may not be necessary to choke the engine.
5. Move the throttle control to midway between the SLOW
positions.
6. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position and release it as soon as
the engine starts; however, do not crank the engine continuously for more than
5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start within this time, turn the key
to OFF and wait at least 30 seconds to allow the engine's starter motor to cool.
Try again after waiting. If after a few attempts the engine fails to start, do not
keep trying to start it with the choke closed as this will cause flooding and make
starting more difficult.
7. Once the engine starts, push the choke (if equipped) halfway down and as the
engine warms, push the choke all the way down.
Cold Weather Starting
When starting the engine at temperatures near or below freezing, ensure the correct
viscosity motor oil is used in the engine and the battery is fully charged. Start the
engine as follows:
1. Be sure the battery is in good condition. A warm battery has much more starting
capacity than a cold battery.
2. Use fresh winter grade fuel. Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility to
improve starting. Do not use gasoline left over from summer.
3. Follow the previous instruction for Starting the Engine.
Using Jumper Cables to Start Engine
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gases. Make certain
the area is well-ventilated, wear gloves and eye protection, and avoid sparks
or flames near the battery.
If the battery charge is not sufficient to crank the engine, recharge the battery. If a
battery charger is unavailable and the mower must be started, the aid of a booster
battery will be necessary. Connect the booster battery as follows:
1. Connect one end of the red cable to the disabled mower battery's positive
terminal; then connect the other end of that cable to the booster battery's
positive terminal.
2. Connect one end of the black cable to the booster battery's negative terminal;
then connect the other end of that cable to the frame of the disabled mower, as
far from the battery as possible.
3. Start the disabled mower following the normal starting instructions previously
provided; then disconnect the jumper cables in the exact reverse order of
their connection.
4. Have the mower's electrical system checked and repaired as soon as possible to
eliminate the need for jump starting.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the RH and LH drive control levers to the neutral position.
2. Engage the parking brake.
3. Disengage the PTO.
4. Move the throttle control to the SLOW position.
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5. Allow the engine to run for one minute then turn the key to STOP
the key from the ignition module.
NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition module to prevent accidental
starting or battery discharge if the equipment is left unattended.
PRACTICE OPERATION (INITIAL USE)
Operating a zero-turn mower is not like operating a conventional type riding mower.
Although and because a zero turn mower is more maneuverable, getting used to
operating the drive control levers takes some practice.
It is strongly recommended that you locate a reasonably large, level and open
"practice area" where there are no obstructions, pedestrians, or animals. You should
practice operating the mower for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Carefully move (or have moved) the mower to the practice area. When performing
the practice session, the PTO should not be engaged. While practicing, operate the
mower at approximately 1⁄2-3⁄4 throttle and at less than full speed in both forward
and reverse.
Carefully practice maneuvering the mower using the instructions in the following
procedure Driving the Mower. Practice until you are confident that you can safely
operate the mower.
DRIVING THE MOWER
Keep all movement of the drive control levers slow and smooth. Abrupt
movement of the control levers can affect the stability of the mower and
could cause the mower to flip over, which may result in serious injury or
death to the operator.
1. Ensure the RH and LH drive control levers are in the neutral position and the
parking brake is disengaged (Figure 10).
NOTE: If the drive control levers are not even in the neutral position, refer to
Product Care for instructions to adjust the drive control levers so that they
are even.
Control Levers in the neutral position
2. Move the throttle to the full throttle position.
3. To drive the mower, firmly grasp the respective drive control levers with your
right and left hands.
Always maintain a firm grip on the control levers. Do not release the control
levers to slow or stop the mower; move levers to neutral position using
your hands.
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Figure 10
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