Controls & Operation; Ignition Switch - Cub Cadet Pro Z Series 500 Lapbar Operator's Manual

Controls & Operation
Deck Height Index
Choke †
Parking Brake Lever
Hydrostatic
Bypass Lever
Fuel Guage †
Fuel Tank Cap
Fuel Valve
NOTE: References to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR
indicate that position on the tractor when facing
forward while seated in the operator's seat.
NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models.
Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features
in this manual are applicable to all tractor models and
the tractor depicted may differ from yours.
RH and LH Drive Control Levers
The RH and LH control levers are located on
each side of the operator's seat. These hinged
levers pivot outward to open space to permit
the operator to either sit in the tractor seat, or
to dismount the tractor. The levers must be fully
opened out and in the neutral position to start the
tractor engine.
Each lever controls the respective RH or LH
transmission. These levers control all of the
movements of the tractor. Driving and steering
utilizing these control levers is quite different from
conventional tractors, and will take some practice
to master. Refer to Operation for instructions on
using the control levers.
RH & LH Drive Control Levers
Fuel Gauge †
Throttle †
† — If Equipped
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Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is located
on the RH console to the rear of
the throttle control. The ignition
switch has three positions as
follows:
OFF — The engine and electrical system are
turned off.
ON — The tractor electrical system is energized.
START — The starter motor will turn over the
engine. Release the key immediately when the
engine starts
NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery
discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch
when the tractor is not in use.
Transmission Bypass Lever
The transmission bypass lever is located
next to the LH console to the left of the
operator's seat.
When engaged the valves open a bypass
within the hydrostatic transmissions.
Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section
for instructions on using the bypass
feature.
Deck Lift Pedal
Ignition
Hour Meter &
Service Minder
PTO Switch
Power Bagger Assist
Receptacle
Accessory Switch
Receptacles
Fuel Guage †
Fuel Tank Cap
Fuel Valve
Power Take-Off (PTO) Knob
The PTO knob is located on the
RH console to the right of the
operator's seat.
The PTO knob operates the
electric PTO clutch mounted
on the bottom of the engine
crankshaft. Pull the knob upward
to engage the PTO clutch, or
push the knob downward to
disengage the clutch.
The PTO knob must be in the
"OFF" position when starting the engine.
Hour Meter & Service Minder
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The hour meter and service minder is located on the
RH console to the right of the operator's seat. It records
the hours that the tractor has been operated , engine
speed (RPM), and service reminders (oil, lube) in the
digital display.
The hour meter and service minder is activated
whenever the ignition switch is turned to the
"ON" position. Keep a record of the actual hours of
operation to assure all maintenance procedures
are completed according to the instructions in this
Operator's Manual and the Engine Operator's Manual.
Throttle
Manual Throttle (If equipped)
The throttle control is located on the RH
console to the right of the operator's seat.
When set in a given position, a uniform
engine speed will be maintained. The
throttle control moves between the fast
and slow positions.
Push the throttle control handle forward
to increase the engine speed. The tractor
is designed to operate with the throttle
control in the fast position (full throttle)
when the tractor is being driven and the
mower deck is engaged.
Pull the throttle control handle rearward to
decrease the engine speed.
Electronic Throttle (E-Governor) Knob (If equipped)
The electronic throttle (E-governor) knob is used
to control engine speed and RPM's. It also helps
control fuel efficiency. The electronic throttle
knob can be rotated between an ECONOMY
mode and a MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE
Economy mode is used for basic transportation
of the tractor with the PTO disengaged and uses
the least fuel. The Maximum Performance mode
should be used when the PTO is engaged and
uses the most fuel. The tractor should be started
in the STARTING POSITION, but should always be
in the MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE
PTO/deck is being used. The tractor will run in any
position between the two modes, but mowing
quality may suffer if mowing is done at less than
MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE.
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