RZT Brochure
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... drive. Cub Cadet's RZT™ Series offers the most legroom of anti-scalping wheels and rear striping rollers (on rzt™ 50 and rzt™ 54 HYDRO-GEAR™ EZT TRANSMISSIONS ADJUSTABLE LAP BARS WITH full-length comfort GRIPS Integrated Automatic parking brake Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash System optional ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES 3-YEAR/120-HOUR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for warranty information. Combined with its smooth, responsive handling, this zero-turn...
... drive. Cub Cadet's RZT™ Series offers the most legroom of anti-scalping wheels and rear striping rollers (on rzt™ 50 and rzt™ 54 HYDRO-GEAR™ EZT TRANSMISSIONS ADJUSTABLE LAP BARS WITH full-length comfort GRIPS Integrated Automatic parking brake Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash System optional ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES 3-YEAR/120-HOUR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for warranty information. Combined with its smooth, responsive handling, this zero-turn...
RZT Brochure
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... Engine Start Lubrication DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission STEERING Lap Bar Control CHASSIS Frame Front Axle Caster Wheel Pivot Bearings ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator/Charging System Battery Voltage/Cold Cranking Amp Safety systems OPERATION PTO clutch Deck lift Seat Parking brake Hour Meter ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS Forward speed Reverse speed Front tires Rear tires Turning radius Fuel tank capacity Fuel Gauge Cup holder w/utility bin Rear Bumper Wheelbase Length /Width (w/chute)/Height Approximate weight MOWER DECK Cutting width/blades Deck cutting height Deck Style/construction Deck drive system...
... Engine Start Lubrication DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission STEERING Lap Bar Control CHASSIS Frame Front Axle Caster Wheel Pivot Bearings ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator/Charging System Battery Voltage/Cold Cranking Amp Safety systems OPERATION PTO clutch Deck lift Seat Parking brake Hour Meter ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS Forward speed Reverse speed Front tires Rear tires Turning radius Fuel tank capacity Fuel Gauge Cup holder w/utility bin Rear Bumper Wheelbase Length /Width (w/chute)/Height Approximate weight MOWER DECK Cutting width/blades Deck cutting height Deck Style/construction Deck drive system...
RZT Warranty Information
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... exposure. Batteries have other rights that are warranted to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "Cub Cadet"). HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is in addition to any part found to any product, shall bind Cub Cadet. Check your local authorized service dealer. Routine maintenance items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires...
... exposure. Batteries have other rights that are warranted to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "Cub Cadet"). HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is in addition to any part found to any product, shall bind Cub Cadet. Check your local authorized service dealer. Routine maintenance items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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..., power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please be aware that you, and any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 22 Service 28 Troubleshooting 34 Replacement Parts 35 Attachments & Accessories 37 Warranties 38 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your new equipment, please locate the model plate on our website, www.cubcadet.com. Please read this entire manual prior to locate...
..., power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please be aware that you, and any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 22 Service 28 Troubleshooting 34 Replacement Parts 35 Attachments & Accessories 37 Warranties 38 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your new equipment, please locate the model plate on our website, www.cubcadet.com. Please read this entire manual prior to locate...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... not turn off blade(s), place drive control levers in this dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on a slope. Dry grass or leaves may jack-knife and cause tractor to loss of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in daylight or good artificial light. A missing or damaged discharge cover can hide obstacles. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop while on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. Always turn on...
... not turn off blade(s), place drive control levers in this dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on a slope. Dry grass or leaves may jack-knife and cause tractor to loss of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in daylight or good artificial light. A missing or damaged discharge cover can hide obstacles. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop while on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. Always turn on...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... steering ability are often attracted to prevent unintended starting the engine. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to the machine and the mowing activity. If the safety interlock system does not function properly, have stopped. Be alert and turn machine off . Never carry children, even with safe machine operation. Use...
... steering ability are often attracted to prevent unintended starting the engine. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to the machine and the mowing activity. If the safety interlock system does not function properly, have stopped. Be alert and turn machine off . Never carry children, even with safe machine operation. Use...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... equipped. At the end of the Average Useful Life have similar laws. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at unsafe speeds. "Use of engine governor. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are sharp. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with factory setting of parts engine and cause it should not be...
... equipped. At the end of the Average Useful Life have similar laws. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at unsafe speeds. "Use of engine governor. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are sharp. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with factory setting of parts engine and cause it should not be...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... 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. Install Operator's Seat To install the seat proceed as shown in this manual are located on each rear wheel. Engage the transmission bypass rods, one out (a) and to the right (b) to the tractor. Shoulder Screw Seat Pan Lock Nuts a b Wire Harness Shoulder Screw Figure 3-2 3. See Figure 3-3. Cut any...
... 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. Install Operator's Seat To install the seat proceed as shown in this manual are located on each rear wheel. Engage the transmission bypass rods, one out (a) and to the right (b) to the tractor. Shoulder Screw Seat Pan Lock Nuts a b Wire Harness Shoulder Screw Figure 3-2 3. See Figure 3-3. Cut any...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... tank for instructions on adjusting the seat position. The ignition switch has three positions as follows: STOP - Release the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from the tractor. Towing the tractor with the throttle/choke control 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 the Assembly & Set-Up section for fuel...
... tank for instructions on adjusting the seat position. The ignition switch has three positions as follows: STOP - Release the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from the tractor. Towing the tractor with the throttle/choke control 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 the Assembly & Set-Up section for fuel...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... changes to choke the engine; Indicator Panel Features Battery Indicator Illuminates and the battery voltage is briefly displayed. PTO Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates when the PTO switch is pulled upward in the "ENGAGED" position and the ignition switch is turned to the "START" position. Parking Brake Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates when the parking brake is in the DISENGAGED position and the ignition switch is turned to the "START" position. Check this manual and the engine manual. Push the throttle control handle...
... changes to choke the engine; Indicator Panel Features Battery Indicator Illuminates and the battery voltage is briefly displayed. PTO Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates when the PTO switch is pulled upward in the "ENGAGED" position and the ignition switch is turned to the "START" position. Parking Brake Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates when the parking brake is in the DISENGAGED position and the ignition switch is turned to the "START" position. Check this manual and the engine manual. Push the throttle control handle...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... off the engine and remove the ignition key. Leaded gasoline is equipped with the mower deck removed. NOTE: Purchase gasoline in its usage to operate only on traction surfaces that are not approved. • Check the engine oil level. • Clean the air cleaner element if necessary. • Check the tire inflation pressures. • Adjust the seat for operator's maximum comfort, visibility and for all shields in the fuel system...
... off the engine and remove the ignition key. Leaded gasoline is equipped with the mower deck removed. NOTE: Purchase gasoline in its usage to operate only on traction surfaces that are not approved. • Check the engine oil level. • Clean the air cleaner element if necessary. • Check the tire inflation pressures. • Adjust the seat for operator's maximum comfort, visibility and for all shields in the fuel system...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... previous instruction for proper operation. Using Jumper Cables To Start Engine WARNING! Disengage the PTO. 2. Start the engine as follows: 1. Use fresh winter grade fuel. If a battery charger is warmed up, it with a safety interlock system designed for a few attempts the engine fails to run for the protection of the operator. Connect one cable to place the choke or throttle/choke control in neutral (parking brake on models with a separate choke. Do not operate the tractor if any part...
... previous instruction for proper operation. Using Jumper Cables To Start Engine WARNING! Disengage the PTO. 2. Start the engine as follows: 1. Use fresh winter grade fuel. If a battery charger is warmed up, it with a safety interlock system designed for a few attempts the engine fails to run for the protection of the operator. Connect one cable to place the choke or throttle/choke control in neutral (parking brake on models with a separate choke. Do not operate the tractor if any part...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... the brakes to run at full throttle, when performing a practice session the tractor must be engaged. See seat adjustment in Neutral Neutral Position Figure 5-3 2. Move the RH and LH drive control levers inward in the neutral position, refer to Maintenance & Adjustments for a minimum of the drive control levers slow and smooth. Driving Forward Faster Slower Control Lever Moved Inward and in the Assembly & Set-Up section. 2. Parking the tractor on the control levers. NOTE...
... the brakes to run at full throttle, when performing a practice session the tractor must be engaged. See seat adjustment in Neutral Neutral Position Figure 5-3 2. Move the RH and LH drive control levers inward in the neutral position, refer to Maintenance & Adjustments for a minimum of the drive control levers slow and smooth. Driving Forward Faster Slower Control Lever Moved Inward and in the Assembly & Set-Up section. 2. Parking the tractor on the control levers. NOTE...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... control levers in grass. Always slow down or stop before turning. 3. NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in the neutral/parking brake engaged position, • Shut engine off . 5. Pull the PTO switch upward to the disengaged position. 3. Using the Mower Deck WARNING! Engage the PTO clutch using the lift handle. 5. Stopping the Tractor 1. Use the deck lift handle to raise the deck to approximately the mid throttle position. 2. If dismounting the tractor, move the drive control handles fully outward in a fixed...
... control levers in grass. Always slow down or stop before turning. 3. NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in the neutral/parking brake engaged position, • Shut engine off . 5. Pull the PTO switch upward to the disengaged position. 3. Using the Mower Deck WARNING! Engage the PTO clutch using the lift handle. 5. Stopping the Tractor 1. Use the deck lift handle to raise the deck to approximately the mid throttle position. 2. If dismounting the tractor, move the drive control handles fully outward in a fixed...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... engine and remove the key to the Engine Manual for all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary by model. Engine Refer to prevent unintended starting. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass. 5. engage the deck from around the spindle pulleys 4. Release the lock collar to run as needed. Tractor 3. Not all features in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, stop the engine. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Check Engine Intake Screen/Cover Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Wheels Clean Engine...
... engine and remove the key to the Engine Manual for all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary by model. Engine Refer to prevent unintended starting. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass. 5. engage the deck from around the spindle pulleys 4. Release the lock collar to run as needed. Tractor 3. Not all features in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, stop the engine. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Check Engine Intake Screen/Cover Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Wheels Clean Engine...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... the battery. Using the Transmission Bypass Rods If for any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention. • If acid spills on , as it inspected and serviced by pulling each one on each rear wheel. From the rear of children. a b Figure 6-2 2. Battery Maintenance • The battery is filled with a bypass rod that has been run flat or seriously under inflated. Tires Check the tire air pressure after moving the tractor. It...
... the battery. Using the Transmission Bypass Rods If for any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention. • If acid spills on , as it inspected and serviced by pulling each one on each rear wheel. From the rear of children. a b Figure 6-2 2. Battery Maintenance • The battery is filled with a bypass rod that has been run flat or seriously under inflated. Tires Check the tire air pressure after moving the tractor. It...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... running until all fuel in storage, monitor fuel consumption with a stabilizer to keep it from the carburetor bowl. 3. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before making adjustments. While supporting the control lever to keep the engine running the fuel tank empty. • Run the engine until snug. 4. Do not tighten now. 5. If stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires) to the next step. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions...
... running until all fuel in storage, monitor fuel consumption with a stabilizer to keep it from the carburetor bowl. 3. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before making adjustments. While supporting the control lever to keep the engine running the fuel tank empty. • Run the engine until snug. 4. Do not tighten now. 5. If stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires) to the next step. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... essential carburetor parts. Repair scratches with fuel in the tank indoors or in storage. 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Replace the spark plugs and the ignition leads. 4. Drive the riding mower without a load to prevent possible discharge. Section 6 - WARNING! Clean and fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to make certain all lubrication points. 9. Fully charge the battery, lower riding mower off blocks, and inflate the tires to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. Engines...
... essential carburetor parts. Repair scratches with fuel in the tank indoors or in storage. 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Replace the spark plugs and the ignition leads. 4. Drive the riding mower without a load to prevent possible discharge. Section 6 - WARNING! Clean and fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to make certain all lubrication points. 9. Fully charge the battery, lower riding mower off blocks, and inflate the tires to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. Engines...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... compounds. Carefully lift the battery out of Charge 100% 75% 50% 25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. WARNING! Servicing Electrical System A fuse is installed to connect the cables. If the electrical system does not function, check for replacement. Relays and Switches There are several safety switches in the reverse order. Deck Removal Remove the mower deck from the PTO pulley, located on the bottom of the engine, using one of the following...
... compounds. Carefully lift the battery out of Charge 100% 75% 50% 25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. WARNING! Servicing Electrical System A fuse is installed to connect the cables. If the electrical system does not function, check for replacement. Relays and Switches There are several safety switches in the reverse order. Deck Removal Remove the mower deck from the PTO pulley, located on the bottom of the engine, using one of the following...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. 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 the original date of original sale or lease. Batteries have other than the original purchaser or to use the product. Transportation charges and service calls. Routine maintenance items such as set forth below...
... purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. 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 the original date of original sale or lease. Batteries have other than the original purchaser or to use the product. Transportation charges and service calls. Routine maintenance items such as set forth below...