Controls and gauges (steering wheel removed)

Controls and gauges (steering wheel removed)

Dash (X590 Tractor shown with switch on to show display)

Dash (X590 Tractor shown with switch on to show display)

Controls

The contoured dash has clean, attractive styling and ergonomic controls for easy use:

Controls are color-coded for easy identification by the operator.
Controls are logically placed and easy to reach.
The power take-off (PTO) switch allows the operator to get fingers underneath it, like a T-handle, to pull up for easy activation.
The reverse implement option (RIO) switch is a yellow button.
The latch control on foot-lift models and hydraulic-lift control on power-lift models and the park brake latch are pivot levers for low effort.
Cruise control activation is handled by an automotive-style button.
Separate engine speed and choke controls make starting and warming up the engine easier in cold weather.
- The choke lever is spring loaded to eliminate the chance that the tractor will be unintentionally operated with the choke partially closed.
Functional design of the throttle and choke controls provides good appearance and a comfortable feel.

Display panel

Display panel

Display panel illustration with descriptions

Display panel illustration with descriptions

Instrument display has the look and feel of a modern automobile. A power-up sequence cycles lights and gauges to indicate they are working:

Display features dark-cockpit design to minimize operator distractions.
Display is back lit for night visibility.
- Night visibility is especially useful with snow blower use.
Hour meter makes it easy to tell when oil changes and other maintenance should be performed.
Electronic fuel gauge provides real-time fuel level information.
A tachometer graphically displays engine speed.
- Target-zone graphics inform the operator of the engine speed range to use for best cut quality.
An indicator tells the operator when the PTO is operating.
Bright caution and stop lights capture the operator's attention when important information is on the instrument cluster.
- Damage can be prevented and repair costs can be reduced by addressing problems early.
Operators are advised of what the problem is if they attempt to operate the mower with unsatisfied PTO, seat, or park brake interlocks.
- The indicators are also useful to identify the reasons the PTO or engine may have shut off when an interlock is unsatisfied.
Operators are advised if battery voltage is low, normal, or excessive.
The service indicator light illuminates to indicate a diagnostic error code is stored.
- On-board diagnostics provides trouble codes for use by trained technicians.
  - For example, a technician can test switch functionality and circuit continuity without tools.

Twin Touch™ foot control

Twin Touch foot control

Cruise control

Twin Touch foot pedals control the speed and direction of travel:

Automotive-type accelerator control ensures easy operation.
Operator can change direction without lifting foot off the platform.
Large pedal surface gives superior operator comfort.

Foot pedal lift system (X570)

Foot pedal lift system (X570)

Foot-lift latch control

Pushing with the foot to raise the mower or implement is less strenuous for many operators:

Easy-to-use raised-position lock operates similarly to the park brake lock.
Foot pedal is out of the way and not likely to catch on bushes and tree limbs when mowing.
Mower deck returns to the same preset height each time it is lowered.

Cruise control

Cruise control is standard equipment:

To engage, push the cruise-control button and hold until the foot is removed from the forward pedal.
For emergency stop, the cruise control can be released by pushing on the brake pedal or the forward pedal.

Mower deck height adjustment

Cut height adjusting knob

A rotary dial knob makes adjusting the mower cut height quick and easy:

Mower cut height can be adjusted in 0.25-in. (6.4-mm) increments from 1 in. (2.5 cm) to 4 in. (10.2 cm).
Mower deck returns to the same preset height each time it is lowered.
Included deck-leveling gauge and Exact Adjust tool are used in conjunction with Exact Adjust ports for easy and accurate leveling of the mower deck for optimum mowing performance.

Deck-leveling gauge placed under deck

Exact Adjust tool is used to level mower deck

Exact Adjust tool is used to level mower deck

Deck-leveling gauge is placed at the appropriate location under the left rear, right rear, and front of the mower deck as the cut height is adjusted using the Exact Adjust tool and front draft arm adjusting nuts.

Lift-spring decals and bolt

Lift-assist spring decal

A lift-assist spring is provided on the tractor to minimize lift effort:

Lift effort can be easily adjusted by just turning a bolt located on the tractor front bumper for optimum performance, depending on the equipment used (mower, front blade, etc.).
Decals on the outside of the tractor frame indicate appropriate adjustment.
The mower will not be inadvertently locked in the raised position when mowing through ditches.
When installing or removing a mower or front equipment raised by the foot-lift system, spring tension may be removed from the connection points.
- Pull rearward on the lift pedal and raise the lift latch to hold the pedal in the rearward position.

Convenient hydraulic lift (X580, X584, X590)

Hydraulic lift lever (X580, X584, X590)

Convenient hydraulic lift lever makes raising and lowering the mower or implement easy:

The hydraulic lift control lever is positioned on the dash near the steering wheel.
Hydraulic lift provides quick, easy, and precise fingertip control of equipment.
Implement float is built into the lift linkage.

Parking brake control

Parking brake

Depressing the brake pedal applies force to internal wet-disk brake (which provides excellent durability and long life) for safe stopping.

Parking brake control is conveniently located for easy access; holds brake pedal securely in locked position.

Electric PTO clutch is easy and convenient to use

Electric PTO switch

The heavy-duty electric PTO clutch is operated with a convenient dash-mounted switch.

Heavy-duty PTO clutch

PTO clutch

The PTO clutch is designed to operate through many on/off cycles.

RIO

Reverse implement switch

Using RIO

CAUTION: Children or bystanders may be injured by rotating blades. Before traveling forward or rearward:

Carefully check the area around the machine.
Disengage the mower before backing up.

NOTE: Operating the mower while backing up is strongly discouraged. RIO should be used only when operating another attachment or when the operator deems it necessary to reposition the machine with the mower engaged.

Stop forward travel. Allow attachment to run.
Look down and behind the machine to be sure that there are no bystanders.
Push and hold in the reverse implement switch while depressing the reverse pedal slightly.
NOTE: If the attachment stops while positioning the machine, return mower engagement (PTO) switch to off position. Repeat this procedure from the beginning.
Release the reverse implement switch and reposition the machine as the machine begins to move rearward.
Resume forward travel. The attachment should continue operating.
Repeat procedure to position the machine again.

X590 Lawn Tractor with 48-in. Deck