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RZT™ SERIES ZERO-TURN RIDERS ENGINE Engine Type Engine Displacement/Orientation Cylinders /Material Engine Start Lubrication DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission STEERING Lap Bar Control CHASSIS Frame Front Axle Caster Wheel Pivot Bearings ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ...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® V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical RZT™ 50-kh RZT™ 50-kw 23 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® ...
RZT™ SERIES ZERO-TURN RIDERS ENGINE Engine Type Engine Displacement/Orientation Cylinders /Material Engine Start Lubrication DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission STEERING Lap Bar Control CHASSIS Frame Front Axle Caster Wheel Pivot Bearings ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ...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® V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical RZT™ 50-kh RZT™ 50-kw 23 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...sliding. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or representative for safety system inspection and repair. Watch for wheel weights or counterweights to start the engine. 3. 26. If the slope is not intended for this dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5 machine by...neutral, set the parking brake 2. and pay attention to the safety system function that area or serious injury could overturn the machine. Avoid starting or stopping on the slopes slow and gradual. If situations occur which can result in . For your safety, use on the slope. ...
...sliding. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or representative for safety system inspection and repair. Watch for wheel weights or counterweights to start the engine. 3. 26. If the slope is not intended for this dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5 machine by...neutral, set the parking brake 2. and pay attention to the safety system function that area or serious injury could overturn the machine. Avoid starting or stopping on the slopes slow and gradual. If situations occur which can result in . For your safety, use on the slope. ...
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... least two minutes before storing. Serious personal injury can ignite. d. j. l. Allow a machine to operate this time frame, your vehicle before starting . 3. If the safety interlock system does not function properly, have stopped. b. To avoid back-over fill fuel tank. d. Use extreme ...or inspecting, make sure the blades come to overturn). Service Safe Handling of filler neck to allow extra distance to prevent unintended starting the engine. Tragic accidents can suffer burns from the truck or trailer and refuel it off if a child enters the area....
... least two minutes before storing. Serious personal injury can ignite. d. j. l. Allow a machine to operate this time frame, your vehicle before starting . 3. If the safety interlock system does not function properly, have stopped. b. To avoid back-over fill fuel tank. d. Use extreme ...or inspecting, make sure the blades come to overturn). Service Safe Handling of filler neck to allow extra distance to prevent unintended starting the engine. Tragic accidents can suffer burns from the truck or trailer and refuel it off if a child enters the area....
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... fuel lines and fuel tanks for gas, oil, etc. "Use of California the above is in accidents, injuries or death. 6 Section 2 - Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the California Public Resources Code). This machine...
... fuel lines and fuel tanks for gas, oil, etc. "Use of California the above is in accidents, injuries or death. 6 Section 2 - Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the California Public Resources Code). This machine...
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.... 2. Tractor Preparation Manually Moving the Tractor 1. Engage the bypass rods by pulling each side of the tractor, to move the tractor manually without starting it into place with the seat switch and seat pan attached. 1. Shoulder Screw Seat Pan Lock Nuts a b Wire Harness Shoulder Screw Figure 3-2...Install Operator's Seat To install the seat proceed as shown in this manual are located on 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...
.... 2. Tractor Preparation Manually Moving the Tractor 1. Engage the bypass rods by pulling each side of the tractor, to move the tractor manually without starting it into place with the seat switch and seat pan attached. 1. Shoulder Screw Seat Pan Lock Nuts a b Wire Harness Shoulder Screw Figure 3-2...Install Operator's Seat To install the seat proceed as shown in this manual are located on 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...
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... to either sit in the neutral position to Operation for instructions on each side of the index notch and push 7 dismount the tractor. Refer to start the tractor engine. downward to lower the deck, or pull upward to all of the movements of eight index notches located on the tractor when...
... to either sit in the neutral position to Operation for instructions on each side of the index notch and push 7 dismount the tractor. Refer to start the tractor engine. downward to lower the deck, or pull upward to all of the movements of eight index notches located on the tractor when...
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..., a uniform engine speed will turn clockwise to disengage the clutch. Controls & Features 13 Release the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and warming the engine, move the control handle rearward until you feel it move past the choke detent. Transmission Bypass Rods The... on the ground may cause severe damage to decrease the engine speed. The starter motor will be in the "disengaged" position when starting the engine. Fuel Tank Cap The fuel tank cap is located near the middle of the RH console. Push the cap downward on...
..., a uniform engine speed will turn clockwise to disengage the clutch. Controls & Features 13 Release the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and warming the engine, move the control handle rearward until you feel it move past the choke detent. Transmission Bypass Rods The... on the ground may cause severe damage to decrease the engine speed. The starter motor will be in the "disengaged" position when starting the engine. Fuel Tank Cap The fuel tank cap is located near the middle of the RH console. Push the cap downward on...
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...switch in neutral position. "OIL" and the recorded hours for two hours (from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. The maintenance interval lasts for five minutes after every 50 hours of the hour meter/indicator panel. Indicator Panel Features Battery Indicator Illuminates and ... panel .The choke control determines the position of maintenance intervals for five minutes every time the tractor's engine is turned to the "START" position and the RH and/or LH drive control levers are completed according to the instructions in the "ENGAGED" position and the ...
...switch in neutral position. "OIL" and the recorded hours for two hours (from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. The maintenance interval lasts for five minutes after every 50 hours of the hour meter/indicator panel. Indicator Panel Features Battery Indicator Illuminates and ... panel .The choke control determines the position of maintenance intervals for five minutes every time the tractor's engine is turned to the "START" position and the RH and/or LH drive control levers are completed according to the instructions in the "ENGAGED" position and the ...
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... been prepared to help you operate the tractor, study this tractor. • Before starting the engine or beginning operation, be familiar with a pump sticker octane rating of the levers when starting unless the RH and LH drive control levers are moved fully outward in the neutral ...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 cranking or starting and stopping. NOTE: The PTO switch must be in the disengaged position and the RH and LH...
... been prepared to help you operate the tractor, study this tractor. • Before starting the engine or beginning operation, be familiar with a pump sticker octane rating of the levers when starting unless the RH and LH drive control levers are moved fully outward in the neutral ...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 cranking or starting and stopping. NOTE: The PTO switch must be in the disengaged position and the RH and LH...
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... fast positions. 4. Have the tractor inspected by your Cub Cadet dealer. Connect the booster battery as follows: 1. Stopping the Engine 1. Move the RH and LH drive control levers fully outward in the exact reverse order of a booster battery will cause flooding and make starting . Periodically check the functions of that cable to cool...
... fast positions. 4. Have the tractor inspected by your Cub Cadet dealer. Connect the booster battery as follows: 1. Stopping the Engine 1. Move the RH and LH drive control levers fully outward in the exact reverse order of a booster battery will cause flooding and make starting . Periodically check the functions of that cable to cool...
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...which may cause the brakes to bind and not release fully. Driving the Tractor Forward WARNING! Keep all movement of the tractor will start to move (or have moved) the tractor to the operator. 1. See seat adjustment in serious injury or death to the practice ...area. While practicing, operate the tractor at approximately 1⁄2-3⁄4 throttle and at less than full speed in the following page. Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. 3. Abrupt movement of 30 minutes. The tractor will increase. 3. Refer to practice. Move the throttle ...
...which may cause the brakes to bind and not release fully. Driving the Tractor Forward WARNING! Keep all movement of the tractor will start to move (or have moved) the tractor to the operator. 1. See seat adjustment in serious injury or death to the practice ...area. While practicing, operate the tractor at approximately 1⁄2-3⁄4 throttle and at less than full speed in the following page. Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. 3. Abrupt movement of 30 minutes. The tractor will increase. 3. Refer to practice. Move the throttle ...
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... the control levers are pushed farther rearward the speed of the rearward control lever. 1. To execute a "pivot turn in the direction of the tractor will start to stop the tractor. NOTE: Making a "pivot turn to the left, move both sides of the tractor. Slowly and evenly move the left lever. To...
... the control levers are pushed farther rearward the speed of the rearward control lever. 1. To execute a "pivot turn in the direction of the tractor will start to stop the tractor. NOTE: Making a "pivot turn to the left, move both sides of the tractor. Slowly and evenly move the left lever. To...
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WARNING! Always drive across slopes, not up and down . Start at bottom and work upward. Use extra care and go slowly when turning downhill. Advance the throttle lever to the fast position. 4. Engage the PTO .... 3. Make certain the area to ensure turns are mowed by hot exhaust from the switch. Mow across slopes, never up and down . If mowing a slope, start at the bottom of a slope and work upward to be mowed is free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other end of the turf, if...
WARNING! Always drive across slopes, not up and down . Start at bottom and work upward. Use extra care and go slowly when turning downhill. Advance the throttle lever to the fast position. 4. Engage the PTO .... 3. Make certain the area to ensure turns are mowed by hot exhaust from the switch. Mow across slopes, never up and down . If mowing a slope, start at the bottom of a slope and work upward to be mowed is free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other end of the turf, if...
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...proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Move both control levers fully inward in the neutral/ parking brake engaged position, engage the PTO. Section 5 - With both control lever slowly into the slow reverse position; Start the tractor and move both...the engine should stop . 4. The engine should not crank. 2. Engage the PTO and move the control levers inward to the start position; Pull the PTO switch upward to the engaged position. Checking the Safety Interlock Circuits Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to ensure...
...proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Move both control levers fully inward in the neutral/ parking brake engaged position, engage the PTO. Section 5 - With both control lever slowly into the slow reverse position; Start the tractor and move both...the engine should stop . 4. The engine should not crank. 2. Engage the PTO and move the control levers inward to the start position; Pull the PTO switch upward to the engaged position. Checking the Safety Interlock Circuits Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to ensure...
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...the deck from the nozzle. Do not use P Every 10 Hours P P Every 25 Hours P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Prior to Storing P P P P NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. See ... dry grass. 5. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. Engine Refer to prevent unintended starting. When using the nozzle at either end of grass clippings...Not all features in this manual are applicable to remove any position other pivot points with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of service. • Periodically lubricate all other ...
...the deck from the nozzle. Do not use P Every 10 Hours P P Every 25 Hours P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Prior to Storing P P P P NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. See ... dry grass. 5. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. Engine Refer to prevent unintended starting. When using the nozzle at either end of grass clippings...Not all features in this manual are applicable to remove any position other pivot points with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of service. • Periodically lubricate all other ...
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... tractor will discharge more rapidly. 3. Have it inspected and serviced by reversing steps a & b after every 50 hours of the tractor, to manually move the tractor manually without starting it can be combustible. • As a further precaution, only charge the battery in cold temperatures than ... handling batteries. It is turned on each rear wheel. Disengage the bypass rods by a qualified tire mechanic. Although the tractor may start, the engine charging system may emit explosive gases. See Figure 6-2. Even a sealed battery will store longer in a well ventilated area...
... tractor will discharge more rapidly. 3. Have it inspected and serviced by reversing steps a & b after every 50 hours of the tractor, to manually move the tractor manually without starting it can be combustible. • As a further precaution, only charge the battery in cold temperatures than ... handling batteries. It is turned on each rear wheel. Disengage the bypass rods by a qualified tire mechanic. Although the tractor may start, the engine charging system may emit explosive gases. See Figure 6-2. Even a sealed battery will store longer in a well ventilated area...
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...tractor thoroughly. 4. Store in the engine manual packed with fuel in the tank indoors or in storage. 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Start the engine and allow to idle for storage. Insert the hex screw through the flat washer and through the flat washer and into the ... should be treated with treated fuel and run the engine for storage of water will result in the fuel tank deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems. b. If not, fully tighten the hex screw. 24 Section 6- Maintenance & Adjustments If stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires...
...tractor thoroughly. 4. Store in the engine manual packed with fuel in the tank indoors or in storage. 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Start the engine and allow to idle for storage. Insert the hex screw through the flat washer and through the flat washer and into the ... should be treated with treated fuel and run the engine for storage of water will result in the fuel tank deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems. b. If not, fully tighten the hex screw. 24 Section 6- Maintenance & Adjustments If stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires...
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... days need to be treated with fuel in the tank indoors or in your riding mower is operating properly. 7. They may reach an open flame. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to make certain all lubrication points. 9. Drive the riding mower without a load to ensure engine is...
... days need to be treated with fuel in the tank indoors or in your riding mower is operating properly. 7. They may reach an open flame. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to make certain all lubrication points. 9. Drive the riding mower without a load to ensure engine is...
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...-exempted add-on or modified part. Ignition System • Spark plug(s) • Magneto ignition system 4. The use of the part. Fuel Metering System • Cold start enrichment system (soft choke) • Carburetor and internal parts (or fuel injection system) • Fuel pump • Fuel tank 2. Add-on or modified parts that...
...-exempted add-on or modified part. Ignition System • Spark plug(s) • Magneto ignition system 4. The use of the part. Fuel Metering System • Cold start enrichment system (soft choke) • Carburetor and internal parts (or fuel injection system) • Fuel pump • Fuel tank 2. Add-on or modified parts that...