Cub Cadet 23HP Z-Force 60 - Manual (Page 15)

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to operate. However, getting used to the fingertip
control of the zero-turning-radius mower takes
some practice. We strongly recommend that you
locate a “test area” where you can operate the
mower for about 30 minutes without being dis-
turbed.
a. Get into the operator’s seat.
b. Start the engine.
c. Use the deck lift pedal to raise the mowing
deck to the transport position. Make sure the
blade clutch switch is off.
d. After the engine has warmed, adjust the throttle
to the fast position.
e. Release the parking brake.
f. Fold in the steering levers to the operating
position.
WARNING:
When operating this mower forward, do not allow
the steering levers to return to the neutral position
on their own. Always maintain a firm grip on the
steering levers, operate them smoothly and avoid
any sudden movements of the levers when starting
or stopping.
g. To go forward, move both steering levers
slightly forward and the mower will slowly
move forward. The farther you move the levers
forward the faster the mower will go forward.
h. To back up, move both steering levers slightly
backward and the mower will slowly move
backward. The farther you move the levers
backward the faster the mower will go back-
ward.
i. To turn, pull the lever back on the side to which
you want to turn. The farther back you pull the
lever, the faster and more sharply you will turn.
Initially, you will have to be careful to avoid
turning too fast and too far.
j. After you have mastered operating the mower,
use the deck lift pedal to lower the mowing
deck to the cutting position and pull on the
electric blade clutch switch to start the blades
rotating.
k. Practice mowing in straight passes. When you
feel confident, slowly practice mowing around
obstacles such as trees.
5. Parking the Mower:
a. Push off the electric blade clutch switch.
b. Use the deck lift pedal to raise the mowing
deck to the transport position.
c. Drive the mower to the cleanup or storage area.
d. Move the throttle to slow.
e. Place the steering levers in the neutral position.
f. Set the parking brake.
g. Turn off the ignition switch and take the key
from the switch.
h. Close the fuel shutoff valves.
MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICE
WARNING:
Disconnect the spark plug wires or remove the key
from the ignition to prevent the engine from acci-
dentally starting before performing any mainte-
nance on this mower.
A. Cleaning your Deck
Use the Deck Wash System to rinse grass clippings
fro the deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of
corrosive chemicals. Complete the following steps
after each mowing:
IMPORTANT: Make certain the machine’s dis-
charge chute is directed away from people, children,
animals, and your house, garage, parked cars, etc.
a. Drive the machine to a level, clear spot on your
lawn, near enough to a water faucet (spigot) for
your garden hose to reach.
b. Make sure that the PTO (mower deck blade
engage) control is in the “OFF” position.
c. Move shift lever or speed control into the
“Neutral” position.
d. Set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key
to the “STOP” position to stop the engine.