Cub Cadet I1042 - Manual (Page 13)

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Forward Control Pedal
The forward control pedal is located on the right side of the
tractor, at the front of the right running board. Depress the
forward control pedal to cause the tractor to travel in the forward
direction. The forward ground speed of the tractor is directly
affected by the distance the pedal is depressed. The further the
pedal is depressed, the faster the tractor will travel. The tractor
will slow and the pedal will return to its original position when
released.
Reverse Control Pedal
The reverse control pedal is located in the right front running
board rearward of the forward control pedal. Depress the reverse
control pedal to cause the tractor to travel in reverse. The further
the pedal is depressed, the faster the tractor will travel. The
tractor will slow and the pedal will return to its original position
when released.
Brake Pedal
The brake pedal is located at the front of the left running board
and is used for quick stops, or setting the parking brake. This
pedal must be FULLY depressed to activate the safety interlock
switch when starting the tractor.
Deck Lift Lever
The deck lift lever is located in the right fender and is used
to change the cutting height of the mower deck. The cutting
heights range from 1-1⁄2” to 4”. Each of the six index notches
represent an approximately 1⁄2” adjustment to the deck height.
To use, grasp the lift lever handle and pull slightly upward
(rearward) while pivoting the lever inward and out of its index
notch. Move the lift lever as necessary to place in the notch best
suited for your application.
After changing the cutting height of the deck, you must check
the position of the deck front gauge wheels. They should be
approximately ½” above the ground when the tractor is on a
smooth, flat surface such as a driveway. Refer to “Maintenance &
Adjustments” later in this manual
Cup Holder
The tractor’s cup holder is located on the fender to the left of the
seat.
Seat Adjustment Lever
The seat adjustment lever is on the left side of the seat. Use this
lever to adjust the seat forward or rearward to a comfortable
operating position. See the “Maintenance & Adjustments”
section later in this manual for instructions.
Fuel Fill Cap and Fuel Level Window
The fuel fill cap is located in the center of the rear fender.
Pivot the seat forward to fully access the fuel fill cap and
fill the fuel tank.
Turn the fill cap approximately 1⁄4 turn and pull upward
to remove. Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill
neck and turn 1⁄4 turn clockwise to tighten.
The level of fuel in the fuel tank can be viewed through
the fuel level window in the rear hitch plate.
Cargo Net
Conveniently located on the tractor’s dash panel, the cargo net
can be used to store personal items while operating the lawn
tractor.
Hydro Transmission Bypass Rods
The hydro transmission bypass rods are located at the back of the
tractor above the rear hitch plate. When engaged, these levers
open a hydro pump bypass valve in each transmission which
allows the tractor to be manually pushed short distances. See
the “Maintenance & Adjustments” section later in this manual for
instructions.