Cub Cadet 3185 - Manual (Page 11)

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The throttle lever is located to the left
of the steering wheel in the throttle/
choke lever pod. This lever controls
the speed of the engine. Push the
lever forward to increase the engine
speed. When set in a given position,
the throttle will maintain a uniform
engine speed. IMPORTANT: When using power
take-off operated equipment, best
performance is achieved with the
throttle lever in the “FAST” position.
Seat Adjustment Lever
The seat adjustment lever is located
below the seat. This lever is used to
adjust the seat forward or back. Refer
to Figure 12 on page 15.
Indicator Light Pod
Figure 10
A
B C
D
E
A
B
C D
E Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Hour Meter Not Used
Battery Charge Indicator
Hour Meter
The hour meter is part of the indicator
light pod in the dash panel. The hour
meter operates whenever the ignition
switch is in the “ON” or “ON/LIGHTS”
position. Record the actual hours of trac-
tor operation to ensure all maintenance
procedures are completed according to
the schedule in this manual.
Oil Pressure Indicator
WARNING: Operating the
tractor with low oil level or
pressure could result in
severe engine damage.
The oil pressure indicator is part of the
indicator light pod on the dash panel.
This indicator will illuminate when the
engine oil pressure is low. If this
indicator illuminates, stop the tractor
immediately and check the engine oil
level. If the oil level is within the
operating range, and the light remains
on, contact your Cub Cadet dealer.
Low Fuel Indicator
The Low Fuel indicator is part of the
indicator light pod on the dash panel.
This indicator will illuminate when the
tractor is low on fuel. If the gas tank is
full and the light stays on, contact your
Cub Cadet dealer.
Battery Charge Indicator
The battery charge indicator is part of
the indicator light pod on the dash
panel. This indicator will illuminate
when the tractor’s voltage sensor
reads low battery voltage. If the light
stays on, contact your Cub Cadet
dealer.