Controls & Features - Cub Cadet CC 999ES Operator's Manual

Controls and Features
Drive Control
Blade Control
The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower.
Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the
unit. Release it to stop engine and blade.
WARNING:
This blade control is a safety device.
Never attempt to bypass its operations.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left
rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the Assembly &
Set-Up section.
Drive Control
The drive control is located on the upper handle. Squeeze the
drive control to engage the drive system. Release it to disengage
the drive system.
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located on the drive control housing on the
upper handle. This lever is used to select the forward speed of
the mower. When changing speed selection, release the drive
control.
Shift Lever
Recoil Starter
Side Discharge
Chute
Blade Control
Electric Start Ignition Switch
Cutting Height
Adjustment Lever
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IMPORTANT: Move the shift lever only when the engine is
running. Changing the shift lever setting with the engine off can
damage the mower.
Electric Start Ignition Switch
The electric start ignition switch is located on the left side of the
handle panel. It is used only for the electric starter.
Side Discharge Chute
Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To discharge the grass
clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the
Assembly & Set-Up section to attach the side discharge chute.
WARNING:
chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label
on the unit.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is connected to the support rod and is located
on the right side of the lower handle. Stand behind the unit and
pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
Keep hands and feet away from the
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