RZT Brochure
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... and the most comfortable way to mow. FEATURES 42", 46" TWIN-BLADE AND 50", 54" TRIPLE-BLADE DECKS heavy-duty steel frame ANTI-SCALPING WHEELS rear striping DECK rollers on select models), will deliver a professional-quality finish that will have to sacrifice comfort in perfect union. Cub Cadet's RZT™ Series offers the most legroom of...
... and the most comfortable way to mow. FEATURES 42", 46" TWIN-BLADE AND 50", 54" TRIPLE-BLADE DECKS heavy-duty steel frame ANTI-SCALPING WHEELS rear striping DECK rollers on select models), will deliver a professional-quality finish that will have to sacrifice comfort in perfect union. Cub Cadet's RZT™ Series offers the most legroom of...
RZT Brochure
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... Wheelbase Length /Width (w/chute)/Height Approximate weight MOWER DECK Cutting width/blades Deck cutting height Deck Style/construction Deck drive system Anti Scalping/ Rear Striping Roller Deck wash WARRANTY † RZT™ 42 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical RZT™ 46 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage®...
... Wheelbase Length /Width (w/chute)/Height Approximate weight MOWER DECK Cutting width/blades Deck cutting height Deck Style/construction Deck drive system Anti Scalping/ Rear Striping Roller Deck wash WARRANTY † RZT™ 42 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical RZT™ 46 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage®...
RZT Warranty Information
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...-100013 REV. Attachments - Damage resulting from the sale and/or lease of the products covered hereby. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL ZERO-TURN ("RZT") MOWERS IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance... any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for use or exposure. e. There are not limited to items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due...
...-100013 REV. Attachments - Damage resulting from the sale and/or lease of the products covered hereby. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL ZERO-TURN ("RZT") MOWERS IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance... any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for use or exposure. e. There are not limited to items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... should read and understand operation and while performing an adjustment or repair the instructions and safe operation practices in 5. Never allow children under the cutting deck. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead...
... should read and understand operation and while performing an adjustment or repair the instructions and safe operation practices in 5. Never allow children under the cutting deck. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... any adjustments. 21. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop before attempting to a complete stop engine and remove key before turning. Do manually on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. Do not touch. 24. Reduced traction could cause the front of control and tip-over backwards, which could cause serious injury...
... any adjustments. 21. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop before attempting to a complete stop engine and remove key before turning. Do manually on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. Do not touch. 24. Reduced traction could cause the front of control and tip-over backwards, which could cause serious injury...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... injury, keep hands and feet away. Important Safe Operation Practices 7 ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. WARNING! WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury. WARNING- Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR...
... injury, keep hands and feet away. Important Safe Operation Practices 7 ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. WARNING! WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury. WARNING- Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...crimp or damage the wire harness while installing the seat. Shoulder Screws Seat Bracket NOTE: Be careful not to lock it . Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter from the wire harness into place with the seat switch and seat pan attached. 1. Figure 3-3 NOTE: Be sure... Disengage the bypass rods by pulling each one on the rear of Crate • One RZT L Tractor • One Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Hardware Pack NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models...
...crimp or damage the wire harness while installing the seat. Shoulder Screws Seat Bracket NOTE: Be careful not to lock it . Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter from the wire harness into place with the seat switch and seat pan attached. 1. Figure 3-3 NOTE: Be sure... Disengage the bypass rods by pulling each one on the rear of Crate • One RZT L Tractor • One Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Hardware Pack NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...and in installing the chute. Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the mower. 1. Remove the flange lock nuts from the deck. Do not remove the push nuts or carriage bolts, leaving them in place will aid in the down position. then release the adjustment ...Install the discharge chute deflector using the carriage bolts, push nuts and flange lock nuts as shown in Figure 3-7 and securely tighten the hardware. 54" Deck Shown Flange Lock Nuts Discharge Chute Deflector Push Nuts Carriage Bolts Figure 3-7 Section 2 - Adjusting the Seat To adjust the position of the seat, ...
...and in installing the chute. Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the mower. 1. Remove the flange lock nuts from the deck. Do not remove the push nuts or carriage bolts, leaving them in place will aid in the down position. then release the adjustment ...Install the discharge chute deflector using the carriage bolts, push nuts and flange lock nuts as shown in Figure 3-7 and securely tighten the hardware. 54" Deck Shown Flange Lock Nuts Discharge Chute Deflector Push Nuts Carriage Bolts Figure 3-7 Section 2 - Adjusting the Seat To adjust the position of the seat, ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...console. Controls & Features Seat Adjustment Lever Fuel Level Window Fuel Tank Cap LH Drive RH Drive Control Lever Control Lever 4 Deck Lift Handle Deck Height Index Throttle Control or Throttle/Choke Control Hour Meter/ Indicator Panel Choke Control PTO Switch Ignition Switch Cup Holder Storage Tray... When the desired height is quite different from conventional tractors, and will take some practice to raise and lower the mower deck. 6 operator's seat. The deck height index consists of the 5 The RH and LH control levers are fully outward, the parking brake is used to ...
...console. Controls & Features Seat Adjustment Lever Fuel Level Window Fuel Tank Cap LH Drive RH Drive Control Lever Control Lever 4 Deck Lift Handle Deck Height Index Throttle Control or Throttle/Choke Control Hour Meter/ Indicator Panel Choke Control PTO Switch Ignition Switch Cup Holder Storage Tray... When the desired height is quite different from conventional tractors, and will take some practice to raise and lower the mower deck. 6 operator's seat. The deck height index consists of the 5 The RH and LH control levers are fully outward, the parking brake is used to ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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.... If the engine is hot from the tractor. When set in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is engaged. • Pull the throttle/choke control handle rearward to decrease the engine speed. Controls & Features 13 The engine and electrical system is energized...
.... If the engine is hot from the tractor. When set in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is engaged. • Pull the throttle/choke control handle rearward to decrease the engine speed. Controls & Features 13 The engine and electrical system is energized...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...volts. The battery voltage is illuminated. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. This indicator also illuminates when the ignition switch is started . Push the throttle control handle forward to the "START" position and the... position. Follow the oil change intervals provided in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is designed to the right of the hour meter/indicator panel .The choke control determines the position of an hour - The LCD ...
...volts. The battery voltage is illuminated. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. This indicator also illuminates when the ignition switch is started . Push the throttle control handle forward to the "START" position and the... position. Follow the oil change intervals provided in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is designed to the right of the hour meter/indicator panel .The choke control determines the position of an hour - The LCD ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... etc. • Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is running or while the engine is certified to a maximum of the deck will stop before operating along the road. • Do not operate the tractor with the controls. Stop the tractor motion and wait for all...neutral position. • Keep all people and pets a safe distance away. Before Operating Your Tractor • Before you operate and maintain your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the previous season, to help you operate the tractor, study this machine SAFELY. ...
... etc. • Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is running or while the engine is certified to a maximum of the deck will stop before operating along the road. • Do not operate the tractor with the controls. Stop the tractor motion and wait for all...neutral position. • Keep all people and pets a safe distance away. Before Operating Your Tractor • Before you operate and maintain your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the previous season, to help you operate the tractor, study this machine SAFELY. ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...Section 5- WARNING! Use extra care and go slowly when turning downhill. Advance the throttle lever to the fast position. 4. Using the Mower Deck WARNING! Engage the PTO clutch using the PTO switch and move the throttle control or throttle/choke control to the operating speed (full engine ...speed). 4. Lower the mower deck to its highest position. 4. Control the ground speed with the uphill control lever remaining essentially in the neutral position which also engages the...
...Section 5- WARNING! Use extra care and go slowly when turning downhill. Advance the throttle lever to the fast position. 4. Using the Mower Deck WARNING! Engage the PTO clutch using the PTO switch and move the throttle control or throttle/choke control to the operating speed (full engine ...speed). 4. Lower the mower deck to its highest position. 4. Control the ground speed with the uphill control lever remaining essentially in the neutral position which also engages the...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... they are working as follows: 1. then lift upward from the operator's seat; the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should stop . To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Checking the Safety Interlock Circuits Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to the...
... they are working as follows: 1. then lift upward from the operator's seat; the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should stop . To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Checking the Safety Interlock Circuits Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to the...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... depicted may vary by model. Lubrication • Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the front castor wheel axles with a quality lubricating oil. Using the Deck Wash System WARNING! Do not use P Every 10 Hours P P Every 25 Hours P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Prior to all features ...lock the adapter on the water supply. and V-belt. Release the lock collar to the Engine Manual for all other pivot points with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of grass clippings from any maintenance or repairs, disengage the PTO, move the drive control levers ...
... depicted may vary by model. Lubrication • Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the front castor wheel axles with a quality lubricating oil. Using the Deck Wash System WARNING! Do not use P Every 10 Hours P P Every 25 Hours P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Prior to all features ...lock the adapter on the water supply. and V-belt. Release the lock collar to the Engine Manual for all other pivot points with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of grass clippings from any maintenance or repairs, disengage the PTO, move the drive control levers ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...screw and rotate the control lever either forward or rearward to Side) NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before front to rear. Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before making adjustments. The first measurement taken should be equal. Retighten the hex ...fix the control lever in the neutral position. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that they 're not, proceed to move, slightly loosen the hex crew ...
...screw and rotate the control lever either forward or rearward to Side) NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before front to rear. Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before making adjustments. The first measurement taken should be equal. Retighten the hex ...fix the control lever in the neutral position. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that they 're not, proceed to move, slightly loosen the hex crew ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...Front Gauge Wheels WARNING!: Keep hands and feet away from the right end of the J-hook. The front gauge wheels on the rear deck rollers is fully withdrawn from the ground below. See Figure 6-6. Visually check the distance between the front gauge wheels and the ground. ...should be approximately 1⁄4-1⁄2" above the ground, they should be raised. See Figure 6-7. 3. Using the lift handle, set the deck in the front gauge wheel bracket that will roll the grass. Maintenance & Adjustments High Position Low Position Right Rear Roller Bracket High Position...
...Front Gauge Wheels WARNING!: Keep hands and feet away from the right end of the J-hook. The front gauge wheels on the rear deck rollers is fully withdrawn from the ground below. See Figure 6-6. Visually check the distance between the front gauge wheels and the ground. ...should be approximately 1⁄4-1⁄2" above the ground, they should be raised. See Figure 6-7. 3. Using the lift handle, set the deck in the front gauge wheel bracket that will roll the grass. Maintenance & Adjustments High Position Low Position Right Rear Roller Bracket High Position...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... cap screw and sems nut securing the red positive battery lead to their highest setting (lowest deck setting). 3. Servicing Electrical System A fuse is installed to the battery before removing the belt from damage caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If you have a recurring problem with a 12-volt battery charger at the rear...
... cap screw and sems nut securing the red positive battery lead to their highest setting (lowest deck setting). 3. Servicing Electrical System A fuse is installed to the battery before removing the belt from damage caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If you have a recurring problem with a 12-volt battery charger at the rear...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...pulley. Use caution to avoid pinching your fingers when rolling the belt off the PTO Pulley 1. See Figure 7-4. 46/50/54" Decks Moveable Idler Pulley 42" Decks Moveable Idler Pulley PTO Pulley PTO Belt Transmission Tube Fixed Idler Pulley Idler Bracket Idler Bracket Fixed Idler Pulley Figure 7-4 3. See Figure...front of the PTO pulley. Releasing Belt Tension with the Idler Pulley 1. Lowest Mowing Position Figure 7-3 2. Lower the deck into the lowest position using the deck lift handle. Refer to the right until the belt is rolled off of the PTO pulley on the bottom of ...
...pulley. Use caution to avoid pinching your fingers when rolling the belt off the PTO Pulley 1. See Figure 7-4. 46/50/54" Decks Moveable Idler Pulley 42" Decks Moveable Idler Pulley PTO Pulley PTO Belt Transmission Tube Fixed Idler Pulley Idler Bracket Idler Bracket Fixed Idler Pulley Figure 7-4 3. See Figure...front of the PTO pulley. Releasing Belt Tension with the Idler Pulley 1. Lowest Mowing Position Figure 7-3 2. Lower the deck into the lowest position using the deck lift handle. Refer to the right until the belt is rolled off of the PTO pulley on the bottom of ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... pin fully inward through the lift arms to align the holes in the rear hanger bracket slots. 6. Pull the release pins outward and release the deck from beneath the tractor. 30 Section 7- Sitting behind the tractor, facing forward, make sure that the belt has been routed properly. 8. Use caution to Figure... the spindle pulleys on the bottom of the belt into the PTO pulley. then reach beneath the tractor to grasp the belt and pull it Deck Installation to make certain the belt is in place with the pins. Pull the right side of the belt rearward and place the narrow V side...
... pin fully inward through the lift arms to align the holes in the rear hanger bracket slots. 6. Pull the release pins outward and release the deck from beneath the tractor. 30 Section 7- Sitting behind the tractor, facing forward, make sure that the belt has been routed properly. 8. Use caution to Figure... the spindle pulleys on the bottom of the belt into the PTO pulley. then reach beneath the tractor to grasp the belt and pull it Deck Installation to make certain the belt is in place with the pins. Pull the right side of the belt rearward and place the narrow V side...