Operating Controls; Start-Up - Cub Cadet H21 Manual

Operating controls

Attention!
¾ Disconnect and connect the battery in the correct
sequence.
¾ Only operate the battery with the battery terminal
cover fitted (depending on the model, as a
cover flap on the positive terminal or a complete
protective battery cover).
Note
The battery is situated under the passenger
seat.
The battery is filled with battery acid and sealed at
the factory.
Installation G
First connect the red cable (+ / positive ter-
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minal) 1 .
Then connect the black cable
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(- / negative terminal) 2 .
Attach the battery terminal cover.
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Removal
Remove the battery terminal cover.
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First disconnect the black cable (- / negative
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terminal).
Then disconnect the red cable (+ / positive ter-
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minal).
Charging the battery
Electrolyte fluid may even escape from
sealed batteries
ÂRisk of injury and fire
¾ Avoid tilting the battery.
Before using for the first time, charge the battery
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with a 12 Volt battery charger.
- Lead-acid battery: Maximum charging current
4 amps for 1-2 hours
- AGM battery: Maximum charging current
1.1 amps for 12 - 14 hours
After charging the battery, first pull out the battery
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charger plug.
Then disconnect the battery (see also operating
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instructions for the battery charger).
Attention!
¾ Follow the instructions in the operating manual
for your battery charger.
WARNING!
Operating controls
Overview A
A Ignition lock (model-dependent)
1 Ignition lock with key for turning
2 Ignition lock with key for pressing (also with a Bluetooth
service function on certain models)
B PTO switch (model-dependent)
C Forward pedal
D Reverse pedal
E Cutting height adjustment lever
F PTO lever (model-dependent)
G Gear release lever
H Trailer coupling
I Seat adjustment lever
J Can holder
K Storage compartment, model-dependent with optional
12 volt socket
L Pedal for differential lock (model-dependent)
M Switch for parking brake / cruise control
N Indicator panel (model-dependent)
O Choke (model-dependent)
P Brake pedal
Q Tank level indicator
R Throttle / choke (model-dependent)
S Fuel tank
T Steering wheel (not visible)

Start-up

Before operating the unit, always
Check:
• All protective equipment
• The engine oil level (see the engine handbook)
• The fuel level
• Tyre pressure
• The side coverings, accessory equipment, the
area around the air filter for dirt and grass
Fill up with fuel and check the oil level
Note
The engine has already been filled with oil in
the factory – please check the oil, if required
refill.
• Use unleaded petrol P .
• Fill fuel tank up to max. 2 cm below the lower
edge of the inlet nozzle.
• Seal the fuel tank tightly.
• Check the oil level T . The oil level must be be-
tween the "Full/Max." and "Add/Min." mark (see
also engine manual).
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