Cub Cadet 8454 - Manual (Page 27)

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Figure 31
• After determining a desired working position
using one, or both, controls, the stop bolts can be
used to ensure the levers are returned to their
selected positions. Loosen the wing screws and
slide the stop(s) against one (or both levers) and
re-tighten the wing screws. Once the stop bolt is
set, simply move the relevant hydraulic lever
forward until it contacts the stop. See Figure 32.
Figure 32
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the hydraulics until the
engine has warmed up. If operation is attempted
when the engine is still cold, the hydraulic system
may be damaged.
IMPORTANT: If noises are heard when the
implement is lifting after the hydraulic control lever
has been activated, the hydraulic mechanism may not
be adjusted properly. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer.
USING THE DRAWBAR
WARNING: Never pull from the top link
of the 3-point hitch, the rear axle, or any
point above the drawbar. Doing so could
cause the tractor to roll over rearward
causing personal injury.
Use only the drawbar for towing pull-behind equip-
ment (carts, trailers, etc.) or dragging loads. See
Figure 33.
Raise the lower links of the three point hitch to their
highest position to prevent interference with the
towed equipment.
Figure 33
IMPORTANT: When transporting pull-behind
equipment on public roadways, always use a safety
chain to supplement the connection between the
tractor and towed equipment. The safety chain must
have a strength rating equal to or greater than the
gross weight of the equipment being towed.
USING THE THREE POINT HITCH
WARNING: Always disengage the PTO,
stop the engine, and set the parking
brake before dismounting the tractor to
connect, disconnect, or adjust three
point hitch mounted implements. Never
stand between the rear wheels and the
implement when attaching and adjusting
the implement.
Use the 3-point hitch only with equipment designed
for 3-point hitch usage.
Ground
Penetration w/Draft
Control Only
Surface
Penetration w/Draft
Control and Position
Control
soft soil hard soil
Position Control
Setting
Wing Screw
Draft Control
Setting
Slide Stop Against
Control Lever
DRAWBAR
3 POINT
LOWER LINKS