Cub Cadet 7254 User Manual

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NOTE:

References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate

that side of the tractor when facing forward while
seated in the drivers seat. Reference to FRONT
indicates the grille end of the tractor; to REAR, the
drawbar end.

A. Steering Wheel

The steering wheel is centered on the dash panel. It
is used to change the direction (left or right) of the
tractor while driving.

NOTE:

This tractor is equipped with hydraulic

power steering. With this feature, the cap and
spokes of the steering wheel may change position.

B. PTO Switch

Figure 2

The PTO switch is a double action rocker type
switch located to the right of the steering wheel on
the dash panel. Slide the lock button rearward and
push the top of the PTO switch downward to
engage the PTO. Push the bottom of the switch
downward to disengage.

C. Throttle Handle

The throttle handle is located to the right of the
steering wheel on the dash panel. When set in a
given position, a uniform engine speed will be
maintained. Rotate the handle rearward to increase
the engine speed.

D. Ignition Switch

NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery
discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch
when the tractor is not in use.

The ignition switch has three positions as follow:

Figure 3

OFF - The engine and electrical system is turned

off.

ON - The tractor electrical system is energized.

START- The starter motor will turn the engine.

Release the key immediately when the
engine starts

E. Brake Pedal

Figure 4

The brake pedal is located at the front of the right
floor board. Depress to engage the tractor brakes
and neutralize the hydrostatic transmission. Fully
depress the brake pedal to activate the safety
interlock switch when starting the tractor.

Forward/Reverse Pedal

The forward/reverse pedal is a self neutralizing
rocker style pedal located along the right floor
board.

Figure 5

Forward

Slowly press down on the front of the pedal to start
moving forward. The forward ground speed of the
tractor is directly affected by the distance the front
of the pedal is depressed.

Reverse

WARNING: Check behind the tractor to
be sure the area is clear of people, pets
or obstacles and use a slower speed to
maintain control of the tractor when
traveling in reverse.

Press down on the rear of the pedal to move in
reverse.

G. Seat Adjustment Lever

The seat adjustment lever is located beneath the
left side of the seat. This lever is used to adjust the
seat forward or backward.

Slide Lock
Button

This symbol indicates the

fast position.

slow position.

OFF

START

STOP

Brake Pedal

Symbol

Forward

Reverse

Pedal

Symbol