Controls & Features; Throttle Control - Cub Cadet FT24 Manual Del Operador

Controls and Features

Throttle Control

Tiller Tines
Engine Controls
See the separate Engine Operator's Manual for additional
information and functions of the engine controls.
Forward Tine Engagement Lever
The forward tine control lever is located beneath the upper
section of the handle. Squeezing the lever against the handle
engages the tine drive. Release the lever to stop the tines.
Reverse Tine Engagement Lever
The reverse tine control lever is located on top of the upper
section of the handle. Pulling the lever toward operator engages
the tines in reverse. Release the lever to stop the tines.
NOTE: Never engage both the forward and reverse tine drives at
the same time. Engaging both forward and reverse tine drives
at the same time could damage the belt drives and cause the
engine to stall.
Depth Stake
The depth stake controls the tilling depth.
Reverse Tine
Engagement Lever
Handle
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Tines and End Caps
Tilling tines and end caps are used to cultivate, furrow and
prepare your garden for seeding. End caps are used to avoid
tilled soil from overflowing onto unwanted areas.
Handle Knob
The handle height may be adjusted. Loosen the knob to change
the position. Tighten hardware when complete.
Throttle Control
The throttle controls the engine's speed. Use maximum engine
speed when tilling. Stop the engine when tranporting the tiller.
Choke Lever
The Choke lever is located next to the throttle lever. It is used to
enrich the fuel mixture when starting a cold engine.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is located on the right side of the engine and is
used to manually start the engine.
Forward Tine
Engagement Lever
Handle Knob
Depth Stake
End Cap
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