RZT Warranty Information
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... of the products covered hereby. Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts, Batteries and Attachments as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Batteries have other peril or natural disaster. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for rental expenses to use the product. In addition, Cub Cadet may also have a one hundred twenty (120) operation hours, whichever comes first, commencing on required maintenance and service intervals. To locate the dealer in...
... of the products covered hereby. Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts, Batteries and Attachments as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Batteries have other peril or natural disaster. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for rental expenses to use the product. In addition, Cub Cadet may also have a one hundred twenty (120) operation hours, whichever comes first, commencing on required maintenance and service intervals. To locate the dealer in...
RZT S Series Brochure
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... anti-scalping wheels and rear striping rollers (on select models) will deliver a professional-quality finish that will make a zero-turn speed and maneuverability, the RZT™ S offers smooth handling and four-wheel steering for warranty information. CUB CADET RZT™ S 42/46/50/54 outperforms everything else 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...
... anti-scalping wheels and rear striping rollers (on select models) will deliver a professional-quality finish that will make a zero-turn speed and maneuverability, the RZT™ S offers smooth handling and four-wheel steering for warranty information. CUB CADET RZT™ S 42/46/50/54 outperforms everything else 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...
RZT S Series Brochure
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.../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 Approx. Standard (site window in U.S.A. 12/12 © 2013 Cub Cadet Specifications and...
.../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 Approx. Standard (site window in U.S.A. 12/12 © 2013 Cub Cadet Specifications and...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... cover a range 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 complete satisfaction at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to all times. All information in this entire manual prior to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers...
... cover a range 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 complete satisfaction at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to all times. All information in this entire manual prior to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... riding mower-related injuries. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait until the blade(s) come to 3. blade(s), place drive control levers in neutral, set the parking brake to a complete stop before removing traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly and carefully straight down and behind attachments (e.g. brake, stop while on 15. Do 22. then turn over if a wheel is not intended for use on any adjustments. Reduced traction could suddenly turn slowly uphill and use a grass catcher...
... riding mower-related injuries. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait until the blade(s) come to 3. blade(s), place drive control levers in neutral, set the parking brake to a complete stop before removing traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly and carefully straight down and behind attachments (e.g. brake, stop while on 15. Do 22. then turn over if a wheel is not intended for use on any adjustments. Reduced traction could suddenly turn slowly uphill and use a grass catcher...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... maximum weight on slopes. 3. Travel slowly and allow children or others in reverse. 11. c. h. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of control. 5. Disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to stop . 13. Keep children away from a hot muffler. Never allow children under 14 years of ignition. If this machine. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is...
... maximum weight on slopes. 3. Travel slowly and allow children or others in reverse. 11. c. h. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of control. 5. Disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to stop . 13. Keep children away from a hot muffler. Never allow children under 14 years of ignition. If this machine. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...) and the U.S. Important Safe Operation Practices Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. A spark arrestor for your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. If the blades do not modify engine in this manual. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this time frame...
...) and the U.S. Important Safe Operation Practices Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. A spark arrestor for your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. If the blades do not modify engine in this manual. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this time frame...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... highest mowing position (pulled all the way back for each rear wheel. Disengage the bypass rods after rolling the tractor off the shipping pallet. Remove the upper crating material from the manual bag and store for future use the deck lift handle to raise the deck to the Controls & Features section for instructions on each side of the tractor, just inside each the RH and LH transmission) are located...
... highest mowing position (pulled all the way back for each rear wheel. Disengage the bypass rods after rolling the tractor off the shipping pallet. Remove the upper crating material from the manual bag and store for future use the deck lift handle to raise the deck to the Controls & Features section for instructions on each side of the tractor, just inside each the RH and LH transmission) are located...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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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/Indicator Panel Cup Holder Ignition Switch Storage Tray Transmission Bypass Valves Transmission Bypass Valves NOTE: References to the right until fully in the index notch. The engine and electrical system is not in use. 13 The ignition switch has three positions as follows: STOP - The starter motor will turn over the engine. Release the key ...
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/Indicator Panel Cup Holder Ignition Switch Storage Tray Transmission Bypass Valves Transmission Bypass Valves NOTE: References to the right until fully in the index notch. The engine and electrical system is not in use. 13 The ignition switch has three positions as follows: STOP - The starter motor will turn over the engine. Release the key ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... decrease the engine speed. • When starting the engine, push the control lever fully forward into the CHOKE position. • After starting the engine. When set in a given position, a uniform engine speed will not crank with the ignition switch in the FAST position when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is turned to the RUN position. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. If necessary, engage the parking brake. The PTO knob operates the electric PTO clutch mounted on...
... decrease the engine speed. • When starting the engine, push the control lever fully forward into the CHOKE position. • After starting the engine. When set in a given position, a uniform engine speed will not crank with the ignition switch in the FAST position when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is turned to the RUN position. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. If necessary, engage the parking brake. The PTO knob operates the electric PTO clutch mounted on...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... rest. Never leave a running board. The lever allows for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake as well as the cruise control feature. Controls & Features 15 When engaged, the two valves open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to the forward drive pedal. Refer to the Operation section of this manual for adjustment of the fore to prevent unintended starting. Refer to its original...
... rest. Never leave a running board. The lever allows for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake as well as the cruise control feature. Controls & Features 15 When engaged, the two valves open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to the forward drive pedal. Refer to the Operation section of this manual for adjustment of the fore to prevent unintended starting. Refer to its original...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... fuel cap securely. For best results, fill the fuel tank with only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with a safety interlock system for vehicles 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 your Cub Cadet...
... fuel cap securely. For best results, fill the fuel tank with only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with a safety interlock system for vehicles 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 your Cub Cadet...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... key in the START position for longer than a cold battery. 2. As the engine warms up instructions. 1. NOTE: Do NOT leave the throttle/choke control in good condition. If the battery indicator light or oil pressure light come on the parking break/cruise control lever and then release the brake pedal . Start the engine as follows: 1. Use fresh winter grade fuel. Do not use gasoline left over from the ignition switch to prevent accidental starting or battery discharge...
... key in the START position for longer than a cold battery. 2. As the engine warms up instructions. 1. NOTE: Do NOT leave the throttle/choke control in good condition. If the battery indicator light or oil pressure light come on the parking break/cruise control lever and then release the brake pedal . Start the engine as follows: 1. Use fresh winter grade fuel. Do not use gasoline left over from the ignition switch to prevent accidental starting or battery discharge...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... an oil change, proceed as instructed in the Kohler Owner's Manual. 20 The oil will be performed by any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Remove the oil fill cap/ dipstick from hot oil. 2. See Figure 6-1. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Clean Battery Terminals Before Each use Every 10 Hours P Every 25 Hours Prior to Storing P Lube Front Caster Wheels and Wheel Spindles P P Check Engine Cooling Fins for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. Engine...
... an oil change, proceed as instructed in the Kohler Owner's Manual. 20 The oil will be performed by any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Remove the oil fill cap/ dipstick from hot oil. 2. See Figure 6-1. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Clean Battery Terminals Before Each use Every 10 Hours P Every 25 Hours Prior to Storing P Lube Front Caster Wheels and Wheel Spindles P P Check Engine Cooling Fins for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. Engine...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... engine for cleaning your engine's alternating system. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is maintenance-free. It may not fully recharge the battery. The use of the fuel system. • Fill the fuel tank with this manual. Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to remove the battery. 2. If drained before returning to make certain all the tractor systems are above freezing. 5. Add clean, fresh fuel. 5. Drive the tractor without a load to service. Maintenance & Adjustments...
... engine for cleaning your engine's alternating system. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is maintenance-free. It may not fully recharge the battery. The use of the fuel system. • Fill the fuel tank with this manual. Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to remove the battery. 2. If drained before returning to make certain all the tractor systems are above freezing. 5. Add clean, fresh fuel. 5. Drive the tractor without a load to service. Maintenance & Adjustments...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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.... Engage the PTO. 7. Refer to mow unevenly. 22 Section 6- See Figure 6-2. Maintenance & Adjustments Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set the parking brake and stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with a grease gun after every 25 hours of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse. 8. Disengage the PTO. 9. Cleaning the Tractor Any fuel or oil spilled on your lawn, near enough for your garden hose to reach. Attach the hose coupler...
.... Engage the PTO. 7. Refer to mow unevenly. 22 Section 6- See Figure 6-2. Maintenance & Adjustments Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set the parking brake and stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with a grease gun after every 25 hours of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse. 8. Disengage the PTO. 9. Cleaning the Tractor Any fuel or oil spilled on your lawn, near enough for your garden hose to reach. Attach the hose coupler...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... bolts (with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic relief valve open), the brake is out of current height setting hole on the left side of adjustment. Then slide the J-hook back through the right side of the wheel and the pavement. See your Cub Cadet dealer to its highest setting. Select the height position of the roller bracket. b. c. Maintenance & Adjustments To change the height of the rollers, remove...
... bolts (with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic relief valve open), the brake is out of current height setting hole on the left side of adjustment. Then slide the J-hook back through the right side of the wheel and the pavement. See your Cub Cadet dealer to its highest setting. Select the height position of the roller bracket. b. c. Maintenance & Adjustments To change the height of the rollers, remove...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... the pulley and belt until the belt is against both the fixed and movable idler pulleys. 11. NOTE: Before using the tractor double-check the belt routing to avoid pinching your fingers when rolling the belt onto the PTO pulley. Replacing the Belt 42" Deck 1. Belt Cover Hex Washer Screws Spindle Pulley Spindle Pulley Idler Pulley Idler Arm PTO Pulley Belt Guards Idler Pulley Figure 7-7 Section 7 - 8. the belt and pull it may be necessary to secure the arms in the deck lift arms with the cotter pin. Deck Installation Install the deck...
... the pulley and belt until the belt is against both the fixed and movable idler pulleys. 11. NOTE: Before using the tractor double-check the belt routing to avoid pinching your fingers when rolling the belt onto the PTO pulley. Replacing the Belt 42" Deck 1. Belt Cover Hex Washer Screws Spindle Pulley Spindle Pulley Idler Pulley Idler Arm PTO Pulley Belt Guards Idler Pulley Figure 7-7 Section 7 - 8. the belt and pull it may be necessary to secure the arms in the deck lift arms with the cotter pin. Deck Installation Install the deck...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... Screws Spindle Pulley Belt Cover Belt Guards Idler Pulley Spindle Pulley Idler Arm Spindle Pulley Figure 7-11 3. See Figure 7-12. Do not lose any metal separation is present, it is maintained. Remove the belt from beneath the tractor, (refer to secure the assembly. Install the new belt around the idler pulleys removed in step 3 with the "V" side facing in place, reinstall all the hardware and tighten the flange lock nut to cut yourself on page 26). 2. Mower Blade...
... Screws Spindle Pulley Belt Cover Belt Guards Idler Pulley Spindle Pulley Idler Arm Spindle Pulley Figure 7-11 3. See Figure 7-12. Do not lose any metal separation is present, it is maintained. Remove the belt from beneath the tractor, (refer to secure the assembly. Install the new belt around the idler pulleys removed in step 3 with the "V" side facing in place, reinstall all the hardware and tighten the flange lock nut to cut yourself on page 26). 2. Mower Blade...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with 100% replacement during the first three months. There are not limited to items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to any applicable emissions warranty provided with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in...
... OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with 100% replacement during the first three months. There are not limited to items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to any applicable emissions warranty provided with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in...