Controls & Operation; Starting / Stopping The Engine - Cub Cadet RT 45 Manual Del Operador

Reverse Handle
Controls
NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Garden tiller features may vary by
model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all garden tiller models and the
garden tiller depicted may differ from yours.
Before operating your machine, carefully read and understand all safety, controls
and operating instructions in this manual and on the decals on the machine.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury.
Reverse Handle (IF EQUIPPED)
The Reverse Handle controls the reverse drive of the wheels and tines.
Forward Clutch Bail & Tine Engagement
The forward clutch bail controls the engagement of the forward drive of the wheels
and tines.
Depth Regulator Lever
This lever controls the tilling depth of the tines. Pull the lever back and slide it up or
down to engage the notched height settings.
Handlebar Height Adjustment
The handlebar height is adjustable to three different settings. In general, adjust the
handlebars so they are at waist level when the tines are 3-4" in the ground.
Rear Tine Shield
The rear tine shield protects the operator from flying debris while also smoothing
out freshly tilled soil.
Side Shield
The side shield is used to maintain clear even rows and may be adjusted to one of
five different positions.
Tines
Your tiller's tines are a series of hoes arranged on a revolving power-driven shaft.
CONTROLS & OPERATION
Depth Regulator
Handle Height Adjustment
Side Shield
Tines
Wheel Drive Pin
Figure 9
WARNING
Emergency Stop
Control (If Equipped)
Forward Clutch Bail
& Tine Engagement
Rear Tine Shield
Find an open, level area and practice using the tiller controls without the tines
engaging the soil (put tines in "transport" setting).
Only after you've become completely familiar with the tiller should you begin using
it in the garden.
To Put The Tines in
Transport:
Pull back on the depth
adjustment bracket (A) and push
down (B) until the bracket reaches
the highest notch. See Figure 10.
Then release the bracket (C).
Break-In Operation
Perform the following
maintenance after the first five
(5) hours of new operation (see
the Service section in this manual).
1. Change engine oil.
2. Check for loose or missing hardware on unit. Tighten or replace as needed.
3. Check transmission gear oil level.
Starting & Stopping the Engine
Pre-Start Checklist
With the spark plug wire disconnected from the spark plug, perform the following
checks and services before each use:
1. Read the Safe Operation Practices section in this manual. Read the Controls
Section in this manual. Read the Engine Operator's Manual.
2. Put the wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position (wheel pins must be through
the holes in the wheel hubs and the wheel shaft).
3. Check unit for loose or missing hardware. Service as required.
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Wheel Drive Pins
Each wheel is equipped with a wheel drive click pin that secures
the wheel to the wheel shaft. The wheels can be positioned in
either a WHEEL DRIVE or a FREEWHEEL mode.
Emergency Stop Control (IF EQUIPPED)
The emergency stop control is a switch used to stop the tiller
engine and tiller functions from the operator's position in
emergency situations.
NOTE: Some engine models may also come equipped with an ignition
ON/OFF switch. Consult the separate Engine Operator's Manual.
Operation
WARNING
Before operating your machine, carefully read and
understand this manual and all of its safety, operating and
maintenance sections and instructions, along with all of the
decals on the machine. Failure to follow these instructions
can result in serious personal injury.
Read this Operation Section and the Engine Operator's Manual
before you start the engine. Then, take the time to familiarize
yourself with the basic operation of the tiller before using it in
the garden.
C
A
B
Figure 10