Cub Cadet I1042 - Manual (Page 17)

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Adjusting the Seat
WARNING: After adjusting the seat or before
driving the tractor, make sure that the seat
adjustment lever is engaged in the seat index
plate and that the seat will not move. Do not
adjust the seat while the tractor is being driven.
Adjusting the seat while the tractor is moving
could cause the operator to lose control of the
tractor.
While sitting in the seat, grasp the seat adjustment
lever on the left side of the seat and pull it upward to
disengage from the seat index plate. See Figure 6-5.
Figure 6-5
Slide the seat to the desired position. See Figure 6-5.
Once the desired position is reached, release the seat
lever. Slide the seat slightly fore and aft as necessary to
engage the seat lever into one of the eight adjustment
positions in the index plate. Make certain the seat is
locked in position.
Side to Side Leveling the Deck
NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing
any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to “Tires” earlier in
this section for information regarding tire pressure.
If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side
to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary
as follows:
With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, move
the deck to the mid height position (third or fourth
notch) using the deck lift lever. Rotate the left blade so
that it is perpendicular to the tractor frame. Measure
and record the distance from the outside of the left
blade tip to the ground.
Moving to the other side of the tractor, rotate the right
blade so that it is perpendicular to the tractor frame,
and measure the distance from its outer blade tip to
the ground.
Both measurements taken should be equal. If they’re
not, note whether the left side of the deck is lower or
higher and proceed to the next step.
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Moving the Tractor Manually
If for any reason the tractor will not drive or you wish to
move the tractor, engage the two hydro transmission
bypass rods to manually move the tractor short distances.
IMPORTANT: Never tow or drag the tractor with the rear
wheels on the ground. Even with the bypass rods engaged.
Doing so will damage the transmissions.
To engage a bypass rod, pull the rod rearward so that the
flange on the rod passes through the larger/rounded part
of the keyhole slot. With the flange of the rod outside
(rearward) of the hitch plate, push the rod inward in the
small part of the keyhole slot so that rod’s flange is locked
against the back of the hitch plate. Repeat to engage
the other bypass rod to allow the tractor to be manually
moved. See Figure 6-4.
Figure 6-4
To disengage, move the rod to align its flange with the
larger/rounded part of the keyhole slot and release the rod
back through the hitch plate.
NOTE: The transmission will NOT engage when the hydro-
static bypass rod is pulled out. Return the rod to its normal
position prior to operating the tractor.
Adjustments
WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjust-
ments while the engine is running, except
where specified in the operator’s manual. Dis-
connect spark plug wire(s) before performing
any adjustments, repairs or maintenance.
Steering and Transmission Linkage
The steering tie rod and drag links and the related
transmission linkage are set at the factory and should
not require further adjustment. Because of the complex
adjustment procedure, the steering and transmission
linkage should only be serviced or adjusted by a qualified
mechanic. If you experience problems with steering, or
with the hydro drive transmissions, contact your nearest
Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected.