RZT Brochure
Page 1
... match. UNSURPASSED RESULTS OF THE CUB CADET SIGNATURE CUT™ Aerospace engineers developed an advanced cutting system with flat terrain up to mow. zero-turn riders RZT™ SERIES RZT™ 42 RZT™ 46 RZT™ 50-kH RZT™ 50-kW RZT™ 54-kH RZT™ 54-kW designed for Homeowner use with optimal airflow, blade overlap and floating deck for...
... match. UNSURPASSED RESULTS OF THE CUB CADET SIGNATURE CUT™ Aerospace engineers developed an advanced cutting system with flat terrain up to mow. zero-turn riders RZT™ SERIES RZT™ 42 RZT™ 46 RZT™ 50-kH RZT™ 50-kW RZT™ 54-kH RZT™ 54-kW designed for Homeowner use with optimal airflow, blade overlap and floating deck for...
RZT Brochure
Page 2
.../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® V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical RZT™ 50-kh RZT™ 50...
.../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® V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical RZT™ 50-kh RZT™ 50...
RZT Warranty Information
Page 1
...to items such as set forth below ) against defects in your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC at its Normal Wear Parts, Batteries and Attachments as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of ... have a one (1) year, commencing on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above . 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 records...
...to items such as set forth below ) against defects in your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC at its Normal Wear Parts, Batteries and Attachments as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of ... have a one (1) year, commencing on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above . 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 records...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 3
...10. Children 14 and over should be picked up and thrown by an adult. 9. Wash hands after handling DANGER! As with the blade(s) can result in serious injury or death. avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Know how to stop the machine and disengage ... manual in this manual to operate this 8. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can cause serious personal assemble and operate. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. without proper slacks and shirts. Read and follow all controls and their proper...
...10. Children 14 and over should be picked up and thrown by an adult. 9. Wash hands after handling DANGER! As with the blade(s) can result in serious injury or death. avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Know how to stop the machine and disengage ... manual in this manual to operate this 8. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can cause serious personal assemble and operate. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. without proper slacks and shirts. Read and follow all controls and their proper...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 4
... up or 5. Read, understand degrees. Important Safe Operation Practices A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause a burn. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or representative for safety system inspection and repair. Never carry passengers. Always turn slowly uphill and ...tends and follow all attachment clutches, set parking brake, stop while on 17. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. 20. Disengage blade(s), set the parking brake 2. grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any public roadway....
... up or 5. Read, understand degrees. Important Safe Operation Practices A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause a burn. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or representative for safety system inspection and repair. Never carry passengers. Always turn slowly uphill and ...tends and follow all attachment clutches, set parking brake, stop while on 17. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. 20. Disengage blade(s), set the parking brake 2. grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any public roadway....
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 5
... If gasoline is unattended to operate this manual. Never store the machine or fuel container inside a vehicle or on a trailer with the blade(s) shut off if a child enters the area. m. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. 2. Important Safe ...Operation Practices 5 They do not stop within approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control. Never assume that has a hitch designed for small children. a. Keep children out of the mowing area and in this machine...
... If gasoline is unattended to operate this manual. Never store the machine or fuel container inside a vehicle or on a trailer with the blade(s) shut off if a child enters the area. m. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. 2. Important Safe ...Operation Practices 5 They do not stop within approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control. Never assume that has a hitch designed for small children. a. Keep children out of the mowing area and in this machine...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 6
... the operator. If a spark arrestor is running. 11. to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Mower blades are subject to wear and damage which do not meet the original equipment specifications with California and federal EPA emission regulations for any...object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Federal laws apply on or near any the blade(s) with the governor setting can result in this manual. Important Safe Operation Practices Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary....
... the operator. If a spark arrestor is running. 11. to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Mower blades are subject to wear and damage which do not meet the original equipment specifications with California and federal EPA emission regulations for any...object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Federal laws apply on or near any the blade(s) with the governor setting can result in this manual. Important Safe Operation Practices Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary....
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 7
... cause serious personal injury. ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to .... SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine on this manual and on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. DANGER - WARNING- Your Responsibility - ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in...
... cause serious personal injury. ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to .... SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine on this manual and on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. DANGER - WARNING- Your Responsibility - ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 14
... battery voltage has dropped below 11.5 (+0.5/-1.0) volts. Pull the throttle control handle rearward to the accumulated hours. OIL HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE NOTE: The hour meter is activated whenever the ignition switch is briefly displayed. When key is turned to the "ON" position,...running, stop the engine immediately and check for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor and engine inspected. The maintenance interval lasts for five minutes after every 50 hours of the throttle or throttle/choke control. Check this indicator if the ...
... battery voltage has dropped below 11.5 (+0.5/-1.0) volts. Pull the throttle control handle rearward to the accumulated hours. OIL HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE NOTE: The hour meter is activated whenever the ignition switch is briefly displayed. When key is turned to the "ON" position,...running, stop the engine immediately and check for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor and engine inspected. The maintenance interval lasts for five minutes after every 50 hours of the throttle or throttle/choke control. Check this indicator if the ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 15
... be placed in place. Learn to restart the engine. • The safety interlock system will shut off the PTO and the mower blades will shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Keep away from cranking or starting unless the RH and LH drive control levers... and then returned to pass before refueling. Tighten the fuel cap securely. Before Operating Your Tractor • Before you operate and maintain your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from moving parts. • NO RIDERS! NOTE: The PTO switch must not be rolled...
... be placed in place. Learn to restart the engine. • The safety interlock system will shut off the PTO and the mower blades will shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Keep away from cranking or starting unless the RH and LH drive control levers... and then returned to pass before refueling. Tighten the fuel cap securely. Before Operating Your Tractor • Before you operate and maintain your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from moving parts. • NO RIDERS! NOTE: The PTO switch must not be rolled...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 20
... fully outward in a fixed position. 2. The PTO clutch cannot be operated when the tractor is free of the area to be thrown by the rotating blades. Using the Mower Deck WARNING! Make certain the area to be mowed. 3. Fully raise the deck or move the throttle control or throttle/choke control...
... fully outward in a fixed position. 2. The PTO clutch cannot be operated when the tractor is free of the area to be thrown by the rotating blades. Using the Mower Deck WARNING! Make certain the area to be mowed. 3. Fully raise the deck or move the throttle control or throttle/choke control...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 24
... from the carburetor bowl. 3. Store in each lower arm.. The use of running until snug. 4. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Maintenance & Adjustments Store the tractor in shortened life and reduce serviceability. Never store the tractor with fuel in the tank indoors or in storage, monitor...
... from the carburetor bowl. 3. Store in each lower arm.. The use of running until snug. 4. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Maintenance & Adjustments Store the tractor in shortened life and reduce serviceability. Never store the tractor with fuel in the tank indoors or in storage, monitor...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 25
...See Figure 6-4. Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before making adjustments. The front of the right blade tip to Tires for information regarding tire pressure. Measure the distance from the outside of the deck should be between 1⁄4-3⁄8" lower than ...the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is too tight to move, slightly loosen the hex crew at the bottom of the blade is used to Tires for information regarding tire pressure. Both measurements taken should be between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" less than the...
...See Figure 6-4. Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before making adjustments. The front of the right blade tip to Tires for information regarding tire pressure. Measure the distance from the outside of the deck should be between 1⁄4-3⁄8" lower than ...the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is too tight to move, slightly loosen the hex crew at the bottom of the blade is used to Tires for information regarding tire pressure. Both measurements taken should be between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" less than the...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 27
...to prevent deterioration and gum from Storage 1. Using the starter, crank the engine to get any oil on any unpainted surfaces including the pulleys and blades. (Be careful not to pump the excess oil out of the spark plug holes. If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank with the... the Engine Manual. The procedures outlined below should be prepared for storage. WARNING! Clean the engine and the entire riding mower thoroughly. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will result in storage. 1. Store in your engine deteriorates during storage, you may need to take the weight off of ...
...to prevent deterioration and gum from Storage 1. Using the starter, crank the engine to get any oil on any unpainted surfaces including the pulleys and blades. (Be careful not to pump the excess oil out of the spark plug holes. If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank with the... the Engine Manual. The procedures outlined below should be prepared for storage. WARNING! Clean the engine and the entire riding mower thoroughly. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will result in storage. 1. Store in your engine deteriorates during storage, you may need to take the weight off of ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 33
... of the mower when the throttle is on the sharpened blades. Changing the Transmission Drive Belt Several components must be careful not to have the transmission drive belt replaced. Mower Blade Care WARNING! Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to cut yourself on and the speed control levers ...are pointing upward toward the top of the spindle assembly when loosening the hex nut securing the blade. Before performing any metal separation is present...
... of the mower when the throttle is on the sharpened blades. Changing the Transmission Drive Belt Several components must be careful not to have the transmission drive belt replaced. Mower Blade Care WARNING! Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to cut yourself on and the speed control levers ...are pointing upward toward the top of the spindle assembly when loosening the hex nut securing the blade. Before performing any metal separation is present...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 34
... 1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment. 2. Do not mulch when grass is wet. 3. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Uneven tire pressure. 1. Excessively high grass. 4. Place throttle in all four tires. 1. Check tire pressure in... then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath. 4. Engine speed too low. 2. Replace blade. 1. Dull blade. 3. Sharpen or replace blade. 3. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 34 Troubleshooting Problem Excessive vibration Uneven cut Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped w/Mulching Kit) Cause 1....
... 1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment. 2. Do not mulch when grass is wet. 3. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Uneven tire pressure. 1. Excessively high grass. 4. Place throttle in all four tires. 1. Check tire pressure in... then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath. 4. Engine speed too low. 2. Replace blade. 1. Dull blade. 3. Sharpen or replace blade. 3. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 34 Troubleshooting Problem Excessive vibration Uneven cut Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped w/Mulching Kit) Cause 1....
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 35
...954-05008 954-04329 Deck Belt, RZT L42 Deck Belt, RZT L50 Deck Belt, RZT L54 954-04317 Drive Belt 942-04312 942-04053C 942-04053C-X 942-0677B 942-0677-X Deck Blade, RZT L42 Deck Blade, RZT L50 Extreme Blade, RZT L50 Deck Blade, RZT L54 Extreme Blade, RZT L54 918-04822A 918-04125B 918-...05137 Deck Spindle, RZT L42 Deck Spindle, RZT L50 Deck Spindle, RZT L54 734-04155 Deck Wheel 925-1707D Battery 951-12428 ...
...954-05008 954-04329 Deck Belt, RZT L42 Deck Belt, RZT L50 Deck Belt, RZT L54 954-04317 Drive Belt 942-04312 942-04053C 942-04053C-X 942-0677B 942-0677-X Deck Blade, RZT L42 Deck Blade, RZT L50 Extreme Blade, RZT L50 Deck Blade, RZT L54 Extreme Blade, RZT L54 918-04822A 918-04125B 918-...05137 Deck Spindle, RZT L42 Deck Spindle, RZT L50 Deck Spindle, RZT L54 734-04155 Deck Wheel 925-1707D Battery 951-12428 ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 37
..." Bagger w/ Weight Kit Front Weight Kit 42" Mulch Kit 46" Mulch Kit 50" Mulch Kit 54" Mulch Kit Rear Engine Guard Blade Removal Tool Oil Siphon Tractor Cover Oil Filter Wrench Spark Plug Wrench 16 oz. STA-BIL® 37 See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your Cub Cadet RZT L tractor.
..." Bagger w/ Weight Kit Front Weight Kit 42" Mulch Kit 46" Mulch Kit 50" Mulch Kit 54" Mulch Kit Rear Engine Guard Blade Removal Tool Oil Siphon Tractor Cover Oil Filter Wrench Spark Plug Wrench 16 oz. STA-BIL® 37 See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your Cub Cadet RZT L tractor.
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
Page 40
...or leased and used in material and workmanship, with 100% replacement during the first three months. 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 merchantability or fitness ... (excluding its option, repair or replace, free of the original warranty period. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of original purchase or lease. Service completed ...
...or leased and used in material and workmanship, with 100% replacement during the first three months. 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 merchantability or fitness ... (excluding its option, repair or replace, free of the original warranty period. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of original purchase or lease. Service completed ...