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Operator’s Manual
COMPACT TRACTOR
MODEL 7254
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator. In the State of
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TO THE OWNER .................................................................................................................... 3 CALLING SERVICE INFORMATION ...................................................................................... 3 RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION ........................................... 4 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES ..................................................................... 5 SAFETY LABELS ....................
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RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION Product identification plates are provided for major components of your tractor. The numbers on these plates are important if your tractor should require dealer service, or if you need additional information on your tractor. Prior to using your tractor for the first time, record the numbers from the identification plates in the appropriate spaces provided below. • The tractor model plate is located on the right frame rail behind the right front tire
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IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING. WARNING: The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or em
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• Maintain the weight balance of the tractor. • Keep all movement on the slopes slow and Install front end weights to counterbalance gradual. Do not make sudden changes in heavy implements attached to the three point speed or direction. Rapid engagement or hitch. Do not operate the tractor with a light braking could cause the front of the machine to front end. lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury. • Any towed vehicle with a total weight exceeding that of the trac
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• To prevent injury, do not adjust, unclog, clean, • Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can or service PTO driven equipment while the penetrate the skin. If fluid is injected into the tractor engine is running. skin, seek immediate medical attention. Do not use your hand to check for leaks. Use a piece • Make certain all PTO shields are always installed. of cardboard or paper. • Never run a machine inside a closed area. 5. SAFETY FRAME (ROPS) • To reduce fire hazard, keep the tractor free
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SAFETY LABELS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS IGNITION 1. KNOW THE OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OPERATORS'S MANUAL AND ON THE TRACTOR. 2. MOVE THROTTLE TO MID POSITION AND DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL. 3. TURN KEY TO THE START POSITION. STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 1. DISENGAGE PTO AND SET PARKING BRAKE. 2. MOVE THROTTLE CONTROL TO MID POSITION AND TURN KEY OFF. WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. • AVOID SUDDEN TURNS. • DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP. •
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SAFETY LABELS (Cont.) WARNING To avoid personal injury, keep PTO shield in place. Pull only from draw bar. pulling from any other point can cause rear overturn. Disengage PTO and stop engine before servicing tractor, or implements, or attaching or detaching implements. FAILURE TO FOLLOW ANY OF THE INSTRUCTIONS ABOVE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO THE OPERATOR, OR OTHER PERSONS. PTO WARNING LABEL LOCATED ON REAR PTO SHIELD WARNING BATTER IES CON TAIN ACID AN D EX P LO S IV E GAS . EX P LOS ION CA
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SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES FLOORBOARD AND DASH PANEL MOUNTED CONTROLS N A B C M D L E K F J H G Figure 1 A Steering Wheel G Seat Adjustment Lever B PTO Switch H Differential Lock Pedal C Throttle Handle J Parking Brake Lever D Ignition Switch K Choke Control Knob E Brake Pedal L Hazard Light Switch F Forward/Reverse Pedal M Headlight Switch N Instrument Panel * Steering Wheel and Seat Phantomed For Clarity 10
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OFF - The engine and electrical system is turned NOTE: References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate off. that side of the tractor when facing forward while seated in the drivers seat. Reference to FRONT ON - The tractor electrical system is energized. indicates the grille end of the tractor; to REAR, the START- The starter motor will turn the engine. drawbar end. Release the key immediately when the A. Steering Wheel engine starts The steering wheel is centered on the dash panel. It E. Brake Pedal is u
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H. Differential Lock Pedal K. Choke Control Knob Choke Diff. Lock Knob Pedal Symbol Figure 8 Figure 6 The choke knob controls the position of the engine Located at the rear of the left floor board, the choke. Pull the knob out to choke the engine; push differential lock pedal engages the transmission the knob in to open the choke. differential lock. The differential lock is used to gain additional trac- L. Hazard Light Switch tion when operating the tractor on wet or loose soil. When the pe
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N. Instrument Panel 4 3 5 6 7 2 1 Orange Line 8 10 9 Figure 11 1. Fuel Gauge 6. Parking Brake Indicator Light The fuel gauge, located on the left side of the The bulb illuminates when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the parking brake is engaged. instrument panel, monitors the fuel level in the fuel The light flashes if attempting to start the tractor tank. The needle pointing to the right indicates a full with the brake not engaged. tank. The ignition switch must be in the ON pos
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FENDER MOUNTED CONRTOLS AND FEATURES B A F G C D E G N M H H J L J K K Figure 12 A Fuel Fill Cap G Hand Holds B PTO Reverse Override Switch H Amber Hazard Lights C PTO Selection Lever J Tail Lights (Red) D Hydraulic Lift Lever K Reverse Lights (White) E Trans. Hi/Lo Shift Lever L Storage Tray F Cup Holder M ROPS N Seat Belt A. Fuel Fill Cap C. PTO Selection Lever The PTO selection lever is located on the left The fuel fill cap is located on the left fender beside fender. the operator’s seat
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E. Transmission Hi/Lo Range Shift Lever J. Tail Lights The Hi/Lo range shift lever is located on the right The tail lights illuminate when the ignition switch is fender. The lever has two speed range settings and in the ON position and the headlight switch is a neutral position. The lever must be shifted into turned on. either the high or low range prior to depressing the K. Reverse Lights forward/reverse pedal to drive the tractor. The reverse lights illuminate when the tractor is • Push the le
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SECTION 2: OPERATION ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS) SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This tractor is equipped with a Rollover Protection This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock Structure (ROPS) and seat belts. When used system for the protection of the operator. If the together they are effective in reducing injuries to the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operator in the event of an accidental tractor operate the tractor. Contact your authorized Cub rollover. The safety pr
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The fuel fill cap is located on the fender to the left of the seat. Unscrew the fuel cap and fill tank from an THROTTLE HANDLE approved gasoline container. Immediately wipe up any spilled fuel. SLOW WARNING: Never fill the fuel tank to the top of the filler neck. Expansion could result in overflow through the vents in the cap, allowing highly flammable fuel to come in contact with the operator. FAST NEW TRACTOR BREAK-IN PROCEDURES PTO SWITCH Proper care during the first hours of operation will I
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USING JUMPER CABLES TO START THE • Adjust the operator’s seat to the most comfort- ENGINE able position that allows you to operate all controls and pedals. See seat adjustment in the WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric ADJUSTMENTS section. acid and produce explosive gasses. Make certain the area is well ventilated, WARNING: DO NOT use the seat belt if wear gloves and eye protection, and the ROPS structure has been removed avoid sparks or flames near the battery. from the tractor. If the battery
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Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is • When traveling short distances with frequent necessary to stop while driving up a slope, start up changes in direction, the forward/reverse rocker smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of pedal may be operated using the heel/toe flipping the tractor over backward. method. Place your foot on the center section of the pedal and press downward with your STOPPING THE TRACTOR toes to move forward. Press downward with your heel to move in r
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WARNING: Always maintain a tractor NOTE: Because of the drive load on the internal speed that allows for complete control engagement mechanism, releasing the differential and stability of the machine. Be aware lock pedal may not always disengage the of dangerous areas or conditions. differential lock. It may be necessary to slow the tractor, or reverse the direction of travel, to NEUTRAL — Disengages the transmission disengage the differential lock. drive. Shift the lever to the center of the sl
