Cub Cadet 1212 - Manual (Page 14)

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• Pull the PTO knob outward into the engaged
(ON) position. See Figure 7.
• Keep the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit)
position for the most efficient use of the
cutting deck and other attachments.
• The operator must remain in the tractor seat
at all times. If the operator should leave the
seat without pushing the PTO knob inward
into the disengaged (OFF) position, the
tractor’s engine will shut off.
IMPORTANT: The PTO knob cannot be in the
engaged (ON) position when the tractor is driving in
the reverse direction. The PTO knob must be in the
disengaged (OFF) position when the shift lever is in
REVERSE or the PTO will automatically shut off.
Refer to SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES in this
section.
MOWING
This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet’s
high quality cutting decks. The following information
will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your
tractor.
WARNING : To avoid possible injury, do
not allow anyone in the area of the tractor
while mowing. Even if the area to be
mowed has been cleared of foreign
objects, small objects may be picked up
and discharged by the mower.
WARNING : Never direct the discharge
of material toward bystanders or allow
anyone near the machine while in
operation.
• For best results it is recommended that the
first two laps should be cut with the discharge
thrown towards the center. After the first two
laps, reverse the direction to throw the
discharge to the outside for the balance of
cutting. This will give a better appearance to
the lawn.
• Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass
invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry
weather.
• Mowing should always be done with the
engine at full throttle.
• Do not mow at high ground speed, especially
if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed.
• Under heavier conditions it may be necessary
to go back over the cut area a second time to
get a clean cut.
• Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and
weeds and extremely tall grass. Your tractor is
designed to mow lawns, NOT clear brush.
• Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades
when worn. Refer to the MAINTENANCE
section of this manual for proper blade
sharpening instructions.
SECTION 9: ADJUSTMENTS
LEVELING THE DECK
WARNING: Cutting blades are sharp. Always protect your hands by wearing heavy leather work
gloves to grasp blades.
NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to TIRES in
the maintenance section of this manual for further information regarding tire pressure.
Front to Rear
The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can adjusted to level the deck from front to
rear. The front of the deck should be 1/4" to 3/8" lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:
WARNING: Turn the tractor’s engine off, remove the key from the ignition switch and apply the
tractor’s parking brake before making any adjustments to the cutting deck.
• With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and
rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it’s parallel with the tractor.
• Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the distance from the rear of the
blade tip to the ground. The first measurement taken should be between 1/4" and 3/8" less than the
second measurement. Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and
proceed, if necessary, to the next step.