Cub Cadet Ex2900 - Manual (Page 12)

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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Ex2900 / 3200 Operator's Manual
sneakers. Wear additional protections including
non-slip safety boots or shoes, and safety
goggles and gloves, etc. as appropriate or
required by currently applicable local laws and
regulations. Wear ear protection in a noisy
environment to prevent hearing damage and
reduce operator fatigue.
10. NEVER allow a passenger on any portion of the
tractor.
11. Remain seated in the operator’s station when
operating the tractor.
12. Make sure that the brakes, clutch and other
mechanical components are free from
misadjustment and excessive wear. Replace any
excessively worn or damaged component
immediately. At regular intervals, check that all
the nuts, bolts and screws are appropriately
tightened. (For details, see “MAINTENANCE”)
13. Always keep your tractor clean. Dust, grease or
grass clippings accumulated on your tractor can
lead to fire accidents or personal injury.
14. Use the handholds and running board steps
when getting on and off the tractor to help prevent
accidental falls. Keep the running boards clear of
mud and debris.
15. Only use the implements that satisfy the
requirements in this manual or are approved by
your Cub Cadet Yanmar dealer. (See “4.
IMPLEMENT CAPACITIES”)
16. When using front or rear mounted implements,
install an appropriate weight(s) to the front or rear
of your tractor to prevent upsetting of the tractor.
If you choose to use the front loader, mount an
implement or ballast to the 3-point hitch in order
to get the tractor to stabilize. Observe the
instructions about safety in the manual for the
implement to be used.
17. Remember that a narrower tread width can lead
to greater possibility of upsetting of the tractor. To
positively stabilize your tractor, select a maximum
possible tread width appropriate for your intended
application. (For details, see the “Wheel
Adjustment” on page 12-2)
18. Do not attempt to modify your tractor.
Modification can deteriorate the performance
and/or safety of your tractor, possibly leading to
personal injury or property damage.
1. Starting Your Tractor
1. Remain seated in the operator’s station when
starting the engine, or actuating the levers or
controls. Do not start the engine or operate
controls while standing beside the tractor.
2. Before starting the engine, make sure that all the
levers are in the neutral positions, the parking
brake is engaged securely, and the clutch and
the Power Take Off (PTO) are disengaged.
3. Always keep the seat belt fastened around your
waist whenever the Roll-Over Protective
Structure (ROPS) is in the upright and locked
position.
4. If you must start the tractor where there is a
height limitation, as soon as possible return the
Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) to the
upright and locked position and fasten the seat
belt.
5. Start the engine of your tractor only by using the
starter key switch. Do not attempt to start the
tractor engine by short-circuiting across the
starter solenoid terminals with a jumper wire, or
by bypassing the safety start switch. This defeats
the safety interlock circuit and the tractor may
begin to move and/or the Power Take Off (PTO)
shafts may begin to rotate, possibly leading to
personal injury or property damage.
6. Do not run or idle the engine in a confined area
that is poorly ventilated or not ventilated at all.
The engine emits carbon monoxide gas that is
colorless, odorless and can cause death.
7. Before operation, check that all the safety
features are functioning correctly. Never tamper
with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly. Contact your Cub Cadet Yanmar dealer
if safety devices malfunction.
4. Safe Practices for Operating Your Tractor