Cub Cadet 7254 - Manual (Page 19)

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Figure 16
• To move in reverse, check that the area behind
is clear then slowly depress the rear of the
forward/reverse pedal.
• When traveling short distances with frequent
changes in direction, the forward/reverse rocker
pedal may be operated using the heel/toe
method. Place your foot on the center section
of the pedal and press downward with your
toes to move forward. Press downward with
your heel to move in reverse.
NOTE: Slightly more effort is needed to depress the
forward/reverse pedal using the heel/toe method.
WARNING: The forward/reverse pedal
will not operate when the parking brake
is engaged. Do not attempt to force the
pedal when the parking brake is
engaged; this could cause premature
wear or damage to the drive linkage.
USING THE HI/LO RANGE SHIFT LEVER
WARNING: The tractor must be
stopped before engaging or disengag-
ing the transmission Hi/Lo range shift
lever. Shifting while the tractor is in
motion will cause damage to the
transmission.
HI range — Forward speed 0 to 9.6 mph.
Reverse speed 0 to 4.8 mph.
Shift the lever fully forward in the slot. See Figure
17.
Hi range is normally used for transport and can be
used with some tractor attachments
LOW range — Forward speed 0 to 5.6 mph.
Reverse speed 0 to 2.8 mph.
Shift the lever fully rearward in the slot.
Low range is recommended for use with most PTO
driven tractor attachments. Low range must be
used when climbing or descending slopes.
Figure 17
WARNING: Always maintain a tractor
speed that allows for complete control
and stability of the machine. Be aware
of dangerous areas or conditions.
NEUTRAL — Disengages the transmission drive.
Shift the lever to the center of the slot.
Use ONLY for towing or moving the tractor when
not under power.
USING THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL
Depressing the differential lock pedal engages a
mechanism in the transmission that locks the
differential. This prevents the rear wheels from
rotating independently of each other and provides
constant power to both rear wheels when additional
traction is needed.
IMPORTANT: Do not engage the differential
lock when one of the rear wheels is rotating.
Stop the wheel rotation and then engage the
differential lock.
WARNING: When operating with the
differential lock engaged, the tractor
will be difficult to steer. Do not drive
the tractor on roadways or at high
speeds with the differential lock
engaged.
Depress
to go
Forward
Depress
to go in
Reverse
BRAKE PEDAL
PARKING
BRAKE
LEVER
FORWARD/
REVERSE
PEDAL
Heel/Toe
Operation HI/LO RANGE
SHIFT
LEVER
N
HI
LOW