Cub Cadet 7252 User Manual
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NOTE:
References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate
that side of the tractor when facing forward while
seated in the drivers seat. Reference to FRONT
indicates the grille end of the tractor; to REAR, the
drawbar end.
A. Steering Wheel
The steering wheel is centered on the dash panel. It
is used to change the direction (left or right) of the
tractor while driving.
NOTE:
This tractor is equipped with hydraulic
power steering. With this feature, the cap and
spokes of the steering wheel may change position.
B. PTO Switch
Figure 2
The PTO switch is a double action rocker type
switch located to the right of the steering wheel on
the dash panel. Slide the lock button rearward and
push the top of the PTO switch downward to
engage the PTO. Push the bottom of the switch
downward to disengage.
C. Throttle Handle
The throttle handle is located to the right of the
steering wheel on the dash panel. When set in a
given position, a uniform engine speed will be
maintained. Rotate the handle rearward to increase
the engine speed.
D. Ignition Switch
NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery
discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch
when the tractor is not in use.
The ignition switch has three positions as follow:
Figure 3
OFF - The engine and electrical system is turned
off.
ON - The tractor electrical system is energized.
START- The starter motor will turn the engine.
Release the key immediately when the
engine starts
E. Brake Pedal
Figure 4
The brake pedal is located at the front of the right
floor board. Depress to engage the tractor brakes
and neutralize the hydrostatic transmission. Fully
depress the brake pedal to activate the safety
interlock switch when starting the tractor.
F.
Forward/Reverse Pedal
The forward/reverse pedal is a self neutralizing
rocker style pedal located along the right floor
board.
Figure 5
Forward
Slowly press down on the front of the pedal to start
moving forward. The forward ground speed of the
tractor is directly affected by the distance the front
of the pedal is depressed.
Reverse
WARNING: Check behind the tractor to
be sure the area is clear of people, pets
or obstacles and use a slower speed to
maintain control of the tractor when
traveling in reverse.
Press down on the rear of the pedal to move in
reverse.
G. Seat Adjustment Lever
The seat adjustment lever is located beneath the
left side of the seat. This lever is used to adjust the
seat forward or backward.
Slide Lock
Button
This symbol indicates the
This symbol indicates the
fast position.
slow position.
ON
OFF
START
STOP
Brake Pedal
Symbol
Forward
Reverse
Pedal
Pedal
Symbol
Symbol