Controls & Operation; Starting The Engine - Cub Cadet RT65 Serie Manual Del Operador

Controls & Operation
Gear Selection Handle
Handle Adjustment Loc
Shift Lever Indicator
NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models.
Garden tiller features may vary by model. Not all
features in this manual are applicable to all garden
tiller models and the garden tiller depicted may
differ from yours.
Engine Controls
See the separate Engine Operator's Manual for
information and functions of the engine controls.
Gear Selection Handle
The gear selection handle is located in the center of
the handle on the tiller. It is used to select NEUTRAL,
REVERSE, or one of the FORWARD modes on the shift
lever indicator. See the Operation section for more
information.
F
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TINE S TINES WHEELS
FORWARD REVERSE FORWARD
CULTIVATING
GROUND BREAKING
TILLING SOFT SOIL TILLING HARD SOIL
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NO TINE ACTION
FORWARD
WHEEL DRIVE
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Figure 3-2
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Depth Stake
Figure 3-1
Emergency Stop Control (If Equipped)
The emergency stop control is a switch used to
stop the tiller engine and tiller functions from the
operator's position in emergency situations.
NOTE: Some engine models may also come
equipped with an Ignition ON/OFF switch. Consult
the separate engine operators manual.
Clutch Control
The clutch control is located beneath the handle.
Squeezing the clutch control against the handle
engages the wheel and tine drive mechanisms.
Handle Adjustment Lock
The handle may be adjusted to the height desired.
Loosen the handle height adjustment lock a few
turns. Pivot handle up or down to desired position
and tighten the lock.
Depth Stake
The depth stake controls the tilling depth. Refer to
the Operation section.
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E Side Shield
E
U V
E
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R
R
The side shields are located on the right and left
A S
sides of the tine shield and can be used with the
E
L
depth adjustment lever to control tilling depth.
Clutch
Control
Emergency
Stop Control

Starting the Engine

WARNING! Read, understand, and follow
all instructions and warnings on the
machine and in this manual before
operating.
NOTE: When pushing the tiller with the engine
off, you will hear a ratcheting sound or gear
noise; this is normal.
WARNING! Be sure no one is standing in
front of the tiller while the engine is
running or being started.
1. Place the gear selection lever in NEUTRAL.
2. If equipped with an emergency stop control
switch, make sure that the emergency stop
control is set to the ON position, represented
by the solid line, while attempting to start the
engine. See Figure 3-3.
ON (Ignition)
OFF
Figure 3-3
3. Follow the instructions in the Engine
Operator's manual to start the engine.
NOTE: After starting and prior to using the tiller
for the first time, be certain to check the clutch
adjustment as described in Assembly & Set-Up
section.
IMPORTANT! If equipped with an emergency stop
control switch, verify the stop control function works
properly before each use by moving the switch to the
OFF position with the engine running. Only continue
operation if the emergency stop control switch stops
the engine.
Stopping the Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for engine
stopping information.
NOTE: After the first ten hours of operation, recheck
the clutch adjustment. Refer to Clutch Cable in the
Assembly & Set-Up section.
Using Emergency Stop Control (If Equipped)
To stop the running engine using the emergency
stop control, move the switch to the OFF position,
represented by the circle. See Figure 3-3.
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