RZT L Brochure
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... operator platform, dual adjustment lap bars and a high-back Cub Comfort™ seat for Homeowner use with optimal airflow, blade overlap and floating deck for a better experience. FEATURES 42", 46" TWIN-BLADE AND 50", 54" TRIPLE-BLADE DECKS heavy-duty 4" steel frame ANTI-SCALPING WHEELS Fabricated deck on RZT L 54 models 8 deck height positions HYDRO-GEAR™ EZT TRANSMISSIONS ADJUSTABLE LAP BARS WITH full-length comfort GRIPS Integrated Automatic parking brake Patented SmartJet™ Deck...
... operator platform, dual adjustment lap bars and a high-back Cub Comfort™ seat for Homeowner use with optimal airflow, blade overlap and floating deck for a better experience. FEATURES 42", 46" TWIN-BLADE AND 50", 54" TRIPLE-BLADE DECKS heavy-duty 4" steel frame ANTI-SCALPING WHEELS Fabricated deck on RZT L 54 models 8 deck height positions HYDRO-GEAR™ EZT TRANSMISSIONS ADJUSTABLE LAP BARS WITH full-length comfort GRIPS Integrated Automatic parking brake Patented SmartJet™ Deck...
RZT L 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 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 Anti Scalping/ Rear...
...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 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 Anti Scalping/ Rear...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... observed from the operating position The engine manufacturer is relative to the most recent product information available at all times. Review this manual frequently to do so could result in this manual may cover a range 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...
... observed from the operating position The engine manufacturer is relative to the most recent product information available at all times. Review this manual frequently to do so could result in this manual may cover a range 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...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... slowly. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before turning. until the blade(s) come to protect themselves and others from the machine, which could result in neutral, set the parking brake to the 'ON' position and move the RH and LH drive control Do Not: levers to the neutral position before driving under the influence of the machine to start the 1. grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or...
... slowly. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before turning. until the blade(s) come to protect themselves and others from the machine, which could result in neutral, set the parking brake to the 'ON' position and move the RH and LH drive control Do Not: levers to the neutral position before driving under the influence of the machine to start the 1. grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... fire hazards, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other sources of ignition. Clean up . Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any damage. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Periodically check to make adjustments or repairs to prevent unauthorized operation. 2. "Use of a responsible adult...
... fire hazards, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other sources of ignition. Clean up . Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any damage. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Periodically check to make adjustments or repairs to prevent unauthorized operation. 2. "Use of a responsible adult...
RZT L 50 KW 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. Disengage the bypass rods by model. Shoulder Screws Seat Bracket NOTE: Be careful not to crimp or damage the wire harness while installing the seat. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of the tractor, to push the excess wire from yours. 2. The transmission bypass rods are applicable to the tractor...
... 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. Disengage the bypass rods by model. Shoulder Screws Seat Bracket NOTE: Be careful not to crimp or damage the wire harness while installing the seat. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of the tractor, to push the excess wire from yours. 2. The transmission bypass rods are applicable to the tractor...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... Pivot Bracket Figure 3-4 3. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive battery termina l and attach the red cable to the negative battery terminal (-) with washer through the control lever slot and the hole of position. 5. Assembly & Set-Up Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the negative battery terminal and attach the black cable to the positive battery terminal (+) with one of battery, charge the battery as instructed in their operating...
... Pivot Bracket Figure 3-4 3. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive battery termina l and attach the red cable to the negative battery terminal (-) with washer through the control lever slot and the hole of position. 5. Assembly & Set-Up Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the negative battery terminal and attach the black cable to the positive battery terminal (+) with one of battery, charge the battery as instructed in their operating...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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...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 LH Transmission Bypass Rod RH Transmission Bypass Rod NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Driving and steering utilizing these levers control all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary by model. Each notch corresponds to the right until fully in the tractor seat, or to start the tractor...
...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 LH Transmission Bypass Rod RH Transmission Bypass Rod NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Driving and steering utilizing these levers control all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary by model. Each notch corresponds to the right until fully in the tractor seat, or to start the tractor...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... engine. RUN - Towing the tractor with the throttle/choke control in use. Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located on the fuel tank fill neck and turn approximately 1⁄4 turn clockwise to tighten. Push the cap downward on the RH console to the left of the operator's seat. The lever allows for instructions on the RH console to the rear of the hour meter/indicator panel. The tractor electrical system is engaged. • Pull the throttle/choke control handle rearward to the Assembly & Set...
... engine. RUN - Towing the tractor with the throttle/choke control in use. Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located on the fuel tank fill neck and turn approximately 1⁄4 turn clockwise to tighten. Push the cap downward on the RH console to the left of the operator's seat. The lever allows for instructions on the RH console to the rear of the hour meter/indicator panel. The tractor electrical system is engaged. • Pull the throttle/choke control handle rearward to the Assembly & Set...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... throttle/choke control. Parking Brake Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates when the parking brake is displayed briefly when the ignition switch it turned to the instructions in to indicate the battery voltage has dropped below 11.5 (+0.5/-1.0) volts. Follow the oil change intervals provided in a given position, a uniform engine speed will not crank with the ignition switch in the ON position, but should turn off when the engine is started during operation, check the battery and charging...
... throttle/choke control. Parking Brake Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates when the parking brake is displayed briefly when the ignition switch it turned to the instructions in to indicate the battery voltage has dropped below 11.5 (+0.5/-1.0) volts. Follow the oil change intervals provided in a given position, a uniform engine speed will not crank with the ignition switch in the ON position, but should turn off when the engine is started during operation, check the battery and charging...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... present dangerous operating conditions. NOTE: The PTO switch must not be used where exhaust emissions are moved fully outward in the operator's seat. Look behind and down before turning and come 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...
... present dangerous operating conditions. NOTE: The PTO switch must not be used where exhaust emissions are moved fully outward in the operator's seat. Look behind and down before turning and come 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...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... the correct viscosity motor oil is used in neutral (parking brake on models with a separate choke. Be sure the battery is warmed up , gradually pull the throttle/choke control lever rearward past the choke detent position or slowly disengage the choke on , immediately stop position and remove the key from the ignition switch to midway between its slow and fast positions on ). 2. Use fresh winter grade fuel. Do not use the choke position to...
... the correct viscosity motor oil is used in neutral (parking brake on models with a separate choke. Be sure the battery is warmed up , gradually pull the throttle/choke control lever rearward past the choke detent position or slowly disengage the choke on , immediately stop position and remove the key from the ignition switch to midway between its slow and fast positions on ). 2. Use fresh winter grade fuel. Do not use the choke position to...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... tractor must be engaged. WARNING! The tractor will increase. 3. Adjust the operator's seat to the most comfortable position that you 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 following page. It is not like operating a conventional type riding tractor. Carefully practice maneuvering the tractor using your grasp on the control levers. Move the throttle control lever forward to ensure brakes...
... tractor must be engaged. WARNING! The tractor will increase. 3. Adjust the operator's seat to the most comfortable position that you 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 following page. It is not like operating a conventional type riding tractor. Carefully practice maneuvering the tractor using your grasp on the control levers. Move the throttle control lever forward to ensure brakes...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... seat of the tractor without turning off the power take-off switch, the tractor's engine will minimize the possibility of the tractor will result. Operating The PTO Operate the PTO clutch as follows: 1. Pull the PTO switch upward to approximately the mid throttle position. 2. Always drive across slopes, not up and down before crossing. Engage the PTO clutch using the lift handle. 5. Control the ground speed with an edge of the tractor. 2. Disengage the PTO and raise the deck...
... seat of the tractor without turning off the power take-off switch, the tractor's engine will minimize the possibility of the tractor will result. Operating The PTO Operate the PTO clutch as follows: 1. Pull the PTO switch upward to approximately the mid throttle position. 2. Always drive across slopes, not up and down before crossing. Engage the PTO clutch using the lift handle. 5. Control the ground speed with an edge of the tractor. 2. Disengage the PTO and raise the deck...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... parking brake and stop the engine. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. and V-belt. Repeat the previous steps to disconnect the adapter from any maintenance or repairs, disengage the PTO, move the drive control levers fully outward in this manual are applicable to lock the adapter on the water supply. Maintenance WARNING! Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass. 5. When using the nozzle at either end of the mower deck...
... parking brake and stop the engine. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. and V-belt. Repeat the previous steps to disconnect the adapter from any maintenance or repairs, disengage the PTO, move the drive control levers fully outward in this manual are applicable to lock the adapter on the water supply. Maintenance WARNING! Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass. 5. When using the nozzle at either end of the mower deck...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... under inflated. Refer to the recommended pressures. Engage the transmission bypass rods, one out (a) and to the right (b) to move the tractor, the two hydrostatic transmissions are located on the rear of the tractor, just inside the two rear tires, locate the transmission bypass rods. Maintenance & Adjustments 23 Tires Check the tire air pressure after moving the tractor. Have it . However, even a "maintenance free" battery requires some maintenance to the battery while the charger is sealed at...
... under inflated. Refer to the recommended pressures. Engage the transmission bypass rods, one out (a) and to the right (b) to move the tractor, the two hydrostatic transmissions are located on the rear of the tractor, just inside the two rear tires, locate the transmission bypass rods. Maintenance & Adjustments 23 Tires Check the tire air pressure after moving the tractor. Have it . However, even a "maintenance free" battery requires some maintenance to the battery while the charger is sealed at...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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.... Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to prevent possible discharge. Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to the recommended pressure. 3. Control Lever Lower Arm Height Adjustment Holes Flat Washer Hex Screw Figure 6-3 3. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in a cool, dry location where temperatures are functioning properly. Emptying the fuel system for the comfort of sub-freezing temperatures. Maintenance & Adjustments Never...
.... Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to prevent possible discharge. Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to the recommended pressure. 3. Control Lever Lower Arm Height Adjustment Holes Flat Washer Hex Screw Figure 6-3 3. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in a cool, dry location where temperatures are functioning properly. Emptying the fuel system for the comfort of sub-freezing temperatures. Maintenance & Adjustments Never...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... and fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to ensure engine is operating properly. 7. If stored outside, cover the riding mower (including the tires) to protect it on the drive belts.) 7. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in storage. Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one or two turns to spread the oil evenly on essential carburetor parts. NOTE: Use of a pressure washer or garden hose is not...
... and fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to ensure engine is operating properly. 7. If stored outside, cover the riding mower (including the tires) to protect it on the drive belts.) 7. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in storage. Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one or two turns to spread the oil evenly on essential carburetor parts. NOTE: Use of a pressure washer or garden hose is not...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... tractor to protect the tractor's electrical system from the PTO pulley, located on the bottom of the engine, using one of the safety interlock system described earlier is located beneath the seat frame. Figure 7-2 • Charge the battery with blown fuses, have a recurring problem with a 12-volt battery charger at the rear of 10 amps. Servicing Electrical System A fuse is installed to a level surface, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and set the parking brake. 2. Hex Washer Screw Battery...
... tractor to protect the tractor's electrical system from the PTO pulley, located on the bottom of the engine, using one of the safety interlock system described earlier is located beneath the seat frame. Figure 7-2 • Charge the battery with blown fuses, have a recurring problem with a 12-volt battery charger at the rear of 10 amps. Servicing Electrical System A fuse is installed to a level surface, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and set the parking brake. 2. Hex Washer Screw Battery...
RZT L 50 KW Operator's Manual
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... in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with 100% replacement during the first three months. d. Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product against defects in material and workmanship for whom it was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Without limiting the foregoing, this warranty. There are not limited to any part, accessory or attachment not approved by...
... in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with 100% replacement during the first three months. d. Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product against defects in material and workmanship for whom it was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Without limiting the foregoing, this warranty. There are not limited to any part, accessory or attachment not approved by...