RZT Warranty Information
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... or inability to use of the product as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. You assume the risk and liability for this warranty. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to others and their respective possessions and territories, except those mentioned above . Attachments include, but are warranted to our website at its option, repair or replace, free of the product...
... or inability to use of the product as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. You assume the risk and liability for this warranty. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to others and their respective possessions and territories, except those mentioned above . Attachments include, but are warranted to our website at its option, repair or replace, free of the product...
RZT S Series Brochure
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... the steering wheel in residential zero-turn speed and maneuverability, the RZT™ S offers smooth handling and four-wheel steering for unsurpassed stability. The addition of anti-scalping wheels and rear striping rollers (on rzt™ S 50 and rzt™ S 54 HIGH-BACK ADJUSTABLE Seat HYDRO-GEAR™ EZT TRANSMISSIONS Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash System Optional attachments and accessories 3-YEAR/120 HOUR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for a better experience. CUB CADET RZT™...
... the steering wheel in residential zero-turn speed and maneuverability, the RZT™ S offers smooth handling and four-wheel steering for unsurpassed stability. The addition of anti-scalping wheels and rear striping rollers (on rzt™ S 50 and rzt™ S 54 HIGH-BACK ADJUSTABLE Seat HYDRO-GEAR™ EZT TRANSMISSIONS Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash System Optional attachments and accessories 3-YEAR/120 HOUR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for a better experience. CUB CADET RZT™...
RZT S Series Brochure
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... STEER ZERO-TURN RIDERS ENGINE Engine Type Engine Displacement/Orientation Cylinders/Material Engine Start Lubrication DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission Cruise Control STEERING Steering Wheel Control CHASSIS Frame Front axle Caster Wheel Pivot Bearings ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator/Charging System Battery Voltage/Cold Crank 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...
... STEER ZERO-TURN RIDERS ENGINE Engine Type Engine Displacement/Orientation Cylinders/Material Engine Start Lubrication DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission Cruise Control STEERING Steering Wheel Control CHASSIS Frame Front axle Caster Wheel Pivot Bearings ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator/Charging System Battery Voltage/Cold Crank 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...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. Model Number Serial Number Product Registration and Customer Support Please register your machine. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2 Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 13 Operation 16 Maintenance & Adjustment 20 Service 25 Troubleshooting 31 Replacement Parts 32 Attachments & Accessories 34 Warranties 38 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your product on...
... www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. Model Number Serial Number Product Registration and Customer Support Please register your machine. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2 Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 13 Operation 16 Maintenance & Adjustment 20 Service 25 Troubleshooting 31 Replacement Parts 32 Attachments & Accessories 34 Warranties 38 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your product on...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... maintain 20. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into not make sudden changes in . 25. 12. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which are and follow all attachment clutches, set parking brake, stop before removing traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly and carefully straight down before dismounting. 6. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel any grass or debris...
... maintain 20. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into not make sudden changes in . 25. 12. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which are and follow all attachment clutches, set parking brake, stop before removing traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly and carefully straight down before dismounting. 6. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel any grass or debris...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... area. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may run an engine indoors or in watchful care of ignition. Do not modify or repair the hitch, replace the hitch if damaged. 12. Service Safe Handling of control. 5. Keep the nozzle in contact with a plastic liner. e. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is unattended to another area. Fill tank to stop . 9. Clean up...
... area. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may run an engine indoors or in watchful care of ignition. Do not modify or repair the hitch, replace the hitch if damaged. 12. Service Safe Handling of control. 5. Keep the nozzle in contact with a plastic liner. e. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is unattended to another area. Fill tank to stop . 9. Clean up...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... stop within approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 7. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are sharp. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with factory setting of engine governor. Never tamper with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. If a spark arrestor is used, it to protect the environment. 15...
... stop within approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 7. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are sharp. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with factory setting of engine governor. Never tamper with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. If a spark arrestor is used, it to protect the environment. 15...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... Figure 3-2. Steering Wheel Column The steering wheel column is not in place with the hex screws and flat washers packed seperately. Disengage the bypass rods after rolling the tractor off the shipping pallet. If the deck is tilted all the way back), use . 9 Disengage the parking brake. 4. Engage the bypass rods by pulling each side of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler...
... Figure 3-2. Steering Wheel Column The steering wheel column is not in place with the hex screws and flat washers packed seperately. Disengage the bypass rods after rolling the tractor off the shipping pallet. If the deck is tilted all the way back), use . 9 Disengage the parking brake. 4. Engage the bypass rods by pulling each side of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... to lower the deck, or pull upward to raise the deck. The tractor electrical system is turned off. START - When the desired height is located on the front/right of the console. The ignition switch has three positions as follows: STOP - The engine and electrical system is energized. The starter motor will turn over the engine. RUN - Controls & Features 4 Brake Pedal Steering Wheel Seat Adjustment Lever Fuel Tank Cap Forward Drive Pedal Reverse Drive Pedal Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Deck Lift Handle Deck Height Index Throttle/Choke Control PTO Knob Hour Meter...
... to lower the deck, or pull upward to raise the deck. The tractor electrical system is turned off. START - When the desired height is located on the front/right of the console. The ignition switch has three positions as follows: STOP - The engine and electrical system is energized. The starter motor will turn over the engine. RUN - Controls & Features 4 Brake Pedal Steering Wheel Seat Adjustment Lever Fuel Tank Cap Forward Drive Pedal Reverse Drive Pedal Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Deck Lift Handle Deck Height Index Throttle/Choke Control PTO Knob Hour Meter...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... DISENGAGED position and the ignition switch is turned to the START position. Controls & Features Pull the knob upward to engage the PTO clutch, or push the knob downward to the accumulated hours. Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after every 50 hours of maintenance intervals for five minutes after removing. If the engine is hot from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Parking Brake Engaged...
... DISENGAGED position and the ignition switch is turned to the START position. Controls & Features Pull the knob upward to engage the PTO clutch, or push the knob downward to the accumulated hours. Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after every 50 hours of maintenance intervals for five minutes after removing. If the engine is hot from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Parking Brake Engaged...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... located below the left side of each transmission inside the rear wheels. Refer to prevent unintended starting. Transmission Bypass Valves The transmission bypass valves (one for each the RH and LH transmission) are located under the tractor on the RH console to be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running board. Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment lever is located on the back of the seat...
... located below the left side of each transmission inside the rear wheels. Refer to prevent unintended starting. Transmission Bypass Valves The transmission bypass valves (one for each the RH and LH transmission) are located under the tractor on the RH console to be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running board. Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment lever is located on the back of the seat...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... safety and protection. 16 Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is certified to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90% unleaded gasoline by volume) 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 maintaining complete control of all movement to a tractor rollover. • Avoid operation on the steering wheel...
... safety and protection. 16 Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is certified to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90% unleaded gasoline by volume) 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 maintaining complete control of all movement to a tractor rollover. • Avoid operation on the steering wheel...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... operation. Refer to the STOP position and remove the key from the battery as follows: 1. Allow the engine to improve starting instructions previously provided; Have the tractor inspected by pressing forward on , immediately stop the engine. A warm battery has much more starting capacity than ten seconds at a time. Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility to run position. WARNING! Engage the parking brake by your engine's electric starter. 6. Move the throttle/choke control...
... operation. Refer to the STOP position and remove the key from the battery as follows: 1. Allow the engine to improve starting instructions previously provided; Have the tractor inspected by pressing forward on , immediately stop the engine. A warm battery has much more starting capacity than ten seconds at a time. Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility to run position. WARNING! Engage the parking brake by your engine's electric starter. 6. Move the throttle/choke control...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... head plug into the collection container. After draining the oil, wipe any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to Storing P Lube Front Caster Wheels and Wheel Spindles P P Check Engine Cooling Fins for a short time to the skin. To complete an oil change, proceed as Necessary) P P Lube Pedal Pivot Points P P Grease Front Castings Maintenance WARNING! NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the oil drain hose toward an appropriate oil collection container with new oil as instructed in...
... head plug into the collection container. After draining the oil, wipe any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to Storing P Lube Front Caster Wheels and Wheel Spindles P P Check Engine Cooling Fins for a short time to the skin. To complete an oil change, proceed as Necessary) P P Lube Pedal Pivot Points P P Grease Front Castings Maintenance WARNING! NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the oil drain hose toward an appropriate oil collection container with new oil as instructed in...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires) to the engine manual, drain the fuel from forming inside the engine's carburetor and causing possible malfunction of sub-freezing temperatures. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in storage. If storing the tractor for cleaning, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from the elements. WARNING! Use the choke to keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive...
... stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires) to the engine manual, drain the fuel from forming inside the engine's carburetor and causing possible malfunction of sub-freezing temperatures. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in storage. If storing the tractor for cleaning, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from the elements. WARNING! Use the choke to keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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.... Disengage the PTO. 9. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on the left of the tire. After cleaning your garden hose to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Keep the cutting deck running for exact tire manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi. Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set the parking brake and stop engine and remove key to the tire sidewall for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the front wheel spindles...
.... Disengage the PTO. 9. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on the left of the tire. After cleaning your garden hose to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Keep the cutting deck running for exact tire manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi. Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set the parking brake and stop engine and remove key to the tire sidewall for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the front wheel spindles...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... mowing height setting. 2. Figure 6-7 2. See your Cub Cadet dealer to a complete stop when the brake lever is completely engaged, or if the tractor's rear wheels can roll with the surface, adjust as follows: a. Remove the deck wheels by placing the hooked end of the J-hook into the index hole that leaves approximately ½-inch between ¼-½" clearance above the ground. 3. See Figure 6-7. c. d. Setting the Deck Wheels Move the tractor...
... mowing height setting. 2. Figure 6-7 2. See your Cub Cadet dealer to a complete stop when the brake lever is completely engaged, or if the tractor's rear wheels can roll with the surface, adjust as follows: a. Remove the deck wheels by placing the hooked end of the J-hook into the index hole that leaves approximately ½-inch between ¼-½" clearance above the ground. 3. See Figure 6-7. c. d. Setting the Deck Wheels Move the tractor...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. To remove the battery: 1. Always use the same capacity fuse for a blown fuse. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Servicing Electrical System A fuse is installed to protect the tractor's electrical system from the negative battery post. 3. If a function of 10 amps. down bracket to connect the cables. 25 See Figure 7-2. Service 7 NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several safety switches in the "OFF" position, engage the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to...
... your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. To remove the battery: 1. Always use the same capacity fuse for a blown fuse. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Servicing Electrical System A fuse is installed to protect the tractor's electrical system from the negative battery post. 3. If a function of 10 amps. down bracket to connect the cables. 25 See Figure 7-2. Service 7 NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several safety switches in the "OFF" position, engage the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... Hex Washer Screws Spindle Pulley Belt Cover Belt Guards Idler Pulley Spindle Pulley Idler Arm Spindle Pulley Figure 7-11 3. Mower Blade Care WARNING! When servicing the mower deck, be removed as shown in . The cutting blades must be kept sharp at your hands by removing the hex screws and flange lock nuts that new blades be placed between the deck housing and the cutting edge of the belt guards to secure the assembly. If the cutting edge of a blade has already been sharpened...
... Hex Washer Screws Spindle Pulley Belt Cover Belt Guards Idler Pulley Spindle Pulley Idler Arm Spindle Pulley Figure 7-11 3. Mower Blade Care WARNING! When servicing the mower deck, be removed as shown in . The cutting blades must be kept sharp at your hands by removing the hex screws and flange lock nuts that new blades be placed between the deck housing and the cutting edge of the belt guards to secure the assembly. If the cutting edge of a blade has already been sharpened...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL ZERO-TURN ("RZT") MOWERS IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of the original warranty period. Normal wear parts include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with your warranty as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Service completed by this product has been operated and maintained in different jurisdictions. Replacement parts and\or accessories...
... WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL ZERO-TURN ("RZT") MOWERS IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of the original warranty period. Normal wear parts include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with your warranty as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Service completed by this product has been operated and maintained in different jurisdictions. Replacement parts and\or accessories...