Cub Cadet 3235 - Manual (Page 11)

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Ignition / Light Switch
To prevent accidental starting and/or
battery discharge, remove the key
from the ignition switch when the
tractor is not in use. The combination
lights and ignition switch has four
positions. See Figure 8 for a
description of each position.
Figure 8
Transmission Release Rod
The transmission release rod is
located at the back of the tractor in the
draw bar. This rod, when engaged,
allows the tractor to be pushed short
distances by hand.
To disengage the transmission, pull
back on the rod until its locking flange
is visible outside the drawbar, then
lower the rod into the slot and release.
To reengage the transmission, pull
back on the rod, lift out of the slot and
release.
Transmission Oil Fill/Dipstick
The transmission oil fill/dipstick is
located at the back of the tractor in the
rear draw bar. The handle of the
transmission oil dipstick serves as
the fill tube plug and should fit snugly
in the fill tube.
Fuel Fill Cap
The fuel fill cap is located on the
fender to the left of the seat.
Cup Holder
The cup holder is located on the
fender to the left of the seat.
Hydraulic Lift Lever
The hydraulic lift lever is located on
the fender to the left of the seat. This
lever is used to operate the tractor’s
center lift system.
Steering Wheel Tilt Lock
The steering wheel tilt lock is located
below the steering wheel in the dash
panel. Press downward to release.
Cruise Control Lever
Figure 9
The cruise control lever is located to
the left of the steering wheel. Push the
cruise control lever downward while
traveling at the desired forward speed
to engage the cruise control.
Choke Lever
The choke lever is located to the left of
the steering wheel in the throttle/choke
lever pod. Push the lever forward to
close the engine choke plate.
Throttle Lever
The throttle lever is located to the left of
the steering wheel in the throttle/choke
lever pod. When set in a given position,
the throttle lever will maintain a uniform
engine speed. Push the lever forward to
increase the engine speed.
IMPORTANT: When using power
take-off operated equipment, best
performance is achieved with the
throttle lever in the “FAST” position.
Off
On/Lights
On
Start
This symbol shows the fast
This symbol shows the slow
position.
position