Cub Cadet SERIES 5000 5252 Operator's Manual page 29

ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
WARNING: If the tractor has been
recently operated, engine surfaces
(including the radiator) will be HOT.
Allow the engine to cool before open-
ing the hood, or use extreme caution
to avoid burns when the hood is open.
To raise the hood, locate the hood latch below the
hood notch at the front of the tractor. Pull the hood
latch upward to release the front of the hood. See
Figure 33.
• Fully raise the hood so that the hood spring
cylinders hold the hood in the raised position.
HOOD
LATCH
Figure 33
If Equipped With Side Panels, remove them as
follows:
• Flip the tabs of the two quick release fasteners
up and turn to align with the slots in the side
panel. See Figure 34.
• Pivot the top of the side panel over and off the
quick fastener tabs.
• Pivot the top of the side panel until the two tabs
at the bottom of the panel can be withdrawn
from the slots of the side panel mounting brack-
ets; then remove the side panel. See Figure 34.
To reinstall the side panels:
• Insert the two side panel tabs into the slots of the
side panel mounting brackets. See Figure 34.
• Pivot the top of the panel toward the tractor and
over the tabs of the quick release fasteners.
• Pull the quick fastener tabs slightly outward and
rotate 1/4 turn (perpendicular to slot) to lock the
side panels in place. Flip the tabs down.
Pull Latch
to
Lift Hood
QUICK FASTENER
Pivot
SIDEPANEL
TABS IN MTG.
BRKT. SLOTS
Close the hood by pushing the hood firmly down-
ward until the hood latch fully engages.
GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION
WARNING:
• Battery posts, terminals and related accesso-
ries contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
hands after handling.
• Should battery acid accidentally splatter into
the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected
area immediately with clean cold water. If there
is any further discomfort, seek prompt medical
attention.
• If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean
water, then neutralize with a solution of
ammonia/water or baking soda/water.
• NEVER connect (or disconnect) battery charger
clips to the battery while the charger is turned
on, as it can cause sparks.
• Keep all sources
matches, lighters) away from the battery. The
hydrogen gas generated during charging can
be combustible.
• As a further precaution, only charge the battery
in a well ventilated area.
• Always shield eyes and protect skin and
clothing when working near batteries.
WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric
acid and may emit explosive gases.
Use extreme caution when handling
batteries. Keep batteries out of the
reach of children.
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Flip up
Turn
QUICK
FASTENER
SIDE
PANEL
Figure 34
of ignition (cigarettes,