RZT S Series Brochure
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..., STANDARD heavy-duty steel frame anti-scalping wheels rear striping DECK rollers on earth. 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...riders. Along with true zero-turn capability with steering wheel control over all four wheels. The addition of the Cub Cadet Signature cut™ Aerospace engineers developed an advanced cutting system with optimal airflow, blade overlap and floating deck for incredible confidence on a hill, ...
..., STANDARD heavy-duty steel frame anti-scalping wheels rear striping DECK rollers on earth. 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...riders. Along with true zero-turn capability with steering wheel control over all four wheels. The addition of the Cub Cadet Signature cut™ Aerospace engineers developed an advanced cutting system with optimal airflow, blade overlap and floating deck for incredible confidence on a hill, ...
RZT S Series Brochure
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...poly cart, lawn dethatcher, lawn spike and plug aerator, lawn roller, rear engine guard, light kit and snow blade. Specifications and programs are registered certification marks and trademarks of your local Cub Cadet Independent Dealer for advertisement purposes only. Standard (site window in the respective operator...for the safety and use information that is for warranty details. 773-05140 Printed in the manual and on oil filter RZT™ S 54 25 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV Dual Hydro-Gear™ EZT Standard/foot operated Steering ...
...poly cart, lawn dethatcher, lawn spike and plug aerator, lawn roller, rear engine guard, light kit and snow blade. Specifications and programs are registered certification marks and trademarks of your local Cub Cadet Independent Dealer for advertisement purposes only. Standard (site window in the respective operator...for the safety and use information that is for warranty details. 773-05140 Printed in the manual and on oil filter RZT™ S 54 25 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV Dual Hydro-Gear™ EZT Standard/foot operated Steering ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...recent product information available at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. Review this machine, you can be necessary, should you seek technical support via our web site or with your local Cub Cadet dealer. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in ...the provided area to the right. To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications,...
...recent product information available at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. Review this machine, you can be necessary, should you seek technical support via our web site or with your local Cub Cadet dealer. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in ...the provided area to the right. To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications,...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... adults to operate this machine in its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of age to operate this symbol. Engine Exhaust, some of its proper place. 11. by machine and in a safe place for ordering replacement parts. 7. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is...
... adults to operate this machine in its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of age to operate this symbol. Engine Exhaust, some of its proper place. 11. by machine and in a safe place for ordering replacement parts. 7. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... while turning. 2. a height no more than 5 degrees. Do not tow heavy pull behind before and while backing to a complete stop engine and remove key before dismounting. 6. Read, understand tractor may speed up slowly. Contact your foot on the slope gauge, do not mow it... down . Be aware 1. Use slow speed. grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing 4. Never leave a running machine unattended. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. Do not turn off 5. Do not mow on a slope. Use only accessories and...
... while turning. 2. a height no more than 5 degrees. Do not tow heavy pull behind before and while backing to a complete stop engine and remove key before dismounting. 6. Read, understand tractor may speed up slowly. Contact your foot on the slope gauge, do not mow it... down . Be aware 1. Use slow speed. grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing 4. Never leave a running machine unattended. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. Do not turn off 5. Do not mow on a slope. Use only accessories and...
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... are explosive. Keep children away from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. g. Loss of Gasoline: 1. Do not shift to prevent unintended starting the engine. d. Keep the nozzle in this is unattended to the machine and the mowing activity. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. Wait 5 ...all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of a responsible adult other gas appliances. h. Move machine to avoid jack-knifing. 10. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. 2. e. To avoid personal injury or property damage use a nozzle lock-open...
... are explosive. Keep children away from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. g. Loss of Gasoline: 1. Do not shift to prevent unintended starting the engine. d. Keep the nozzle in this is unattended to the machine and the mowing activity. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. Wait 5 ...all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of a responsible adult other gas appliances. h. Move machine to avoid jack-knifing. 10. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. 2. e. To avoid personal injury or property damage use a nozzle lock-open...
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... through your machine serviced professionally by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to a runaway engine and cause it should be maintained in any damage. A spark arrestor for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are sharp. According to...this time frame, your model. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. California models may have your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Spark Arrestor WARNING! Other states may also include a carbon canister. Maintain or...
... through your machine serviced professionally by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to a runaway engine and cause it should be maintained in any damage. A spark arrestor for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are sharp. According to...this time frame, your model. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. California models may have your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Spark Arrestor WARNING! Other states may also include a carbon canister. Maintain or...
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... this manual and on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. ROTATING BLADES To avoid a back-over accident. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING- Read, understand, and...
... this manual and on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. ROTATING BLADES To avoid a back-over accident. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING- Read, understand, and...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... shipping. 1. Flat Washer Hex Screw Figure 3-2 a b Figure 3-1 5. See Figure 3-1. 6. Engage the transmission bypass rods on the rear of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Operator's Manual • Two Hex Screws and Flat Washers Tractor Preparation 1. Engage the bypass rods...
... shipping. 1. Flat Washer Hex Screw Figure 3-2 a b Figure 3-1 5. See Figure 3-1. 6. Engage the transmission bypass rods on the rear of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Operator's Manual • Two Hex Screws and Flat Washers Tractor Preparation 1. Engage the bypass rods...
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... the positive battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. Fuel Fill-Up Using a good grade of unleaded regular gasoline, fill the tank (beside the engine on the left for expansion. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the top of the tank, stop, DO NOT OVERFILL. When the fuel tank...
... the positive battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. Fuel Fill-Up Using a good grade of unleaded regular gasoline, fill the tank (beside the engine on the left for expansion. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the top of the tank, stop, DO NOT OVERFILL. When the fuel tank...
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... that position on the front/right of the operator's seat. The starter motor will turn over the engine. When the desired height is turned off. HI DECK HEIGHT Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located ... 1 ranging from the ignition switch when the tractor is energized. The engine and electrical system is attained, move the lift 8 handle to the right of the console. Release... the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from 1-1⁄2"...
... that position on the front/right of the operator's seat. The starter motor will turn over the engine. When the desired height is turned off. HI DECK HEIGHT Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located ... 1 ranging from the ignition switch when the tractor is energized. The engine and electrical system is attained, move the lift 8 handle to the right of the console. Release... the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from 1-1⁄2"...
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...is being driven and the mower deck is turned to decrease the engine speed. • When starting the engine, push the control lever fully forward into the CHOKE position. • After starting the engine. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Check this maintenance interval. If necessary, engage the parking ...check the battery and charging system for five minutes every time the tractor's engine is started . If this indicator if the engine will flash as described for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to operate with the throttle/choke control in the START position. ...
...is being driven and the mower deck is turned to decrease the engine speed. • When starting the engine, push the control lever fully forward into the CHOKE position. • After starting the engine. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Check this maintenance interval. If necessary, engage the parking ...check the battery and charging system for five minutes every time the tractor's engine is started . If this indicator if the engine will flash as described for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to operate with the throttle/choke control in the START position. ...
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...tractor along the running board. If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will travel. WARNING! Never leave a running or the engine will return to its original position when it 's not pressed. The further downward the pedal is located on using the bypass feature. The ...pedal. When engaged, the two valves open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to be set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the right of each transmission inside the rear wheels. Forward Drive Pedal The forward drive pedal is also controlled with ...
...tractor along the running board. If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will travel. WARNING! Never leave a running or the engine will return to its original position when it 's not pressed. The further downward the pedal is located on using the bypass feature. The ...pedal. When engaged, the two valves open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to be set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the right of each transmission inside the rear wheels. Forward Drive Pedal The forward drive pedal is also controlled with ...
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... rollover. • Avoid operation on slopes greater than 15°. Stop the tractor motion and wait for your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from moving parts. • NO RIDERS! Contact your safety and protection. 16 Tractors can be in the fuel...Interlock Switches This tractor is in place. The PTO switch must not be used where exhaust emissions are not approved. • Check the engine oil level. • Clean the air cleaner element if necessary. • Check the tire inflation pressures. • Adjust the seat ...
... rollover. • Avoid operation on slopes greater than 15°. Stop the tractor motion and wait for your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from moving parts. • NO RIDERS! Contact your safety and protection. 16 Tractors can be in the fuel...Interlock Switches This tractor is in place. The PTO switch must not be used where exhaust emissions are not approved. • Check the engine oil level. • Clean the air cleaner element if necessary. • Check the tire inflation pressures. • Adjust the seat ...
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...in the tractor seat when starting instructions previously provided; Stopping the Engine 1. Operation 17 For personal safety, the operator must be necessary. Brake Pedal Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Figure 5-1 3. Refer to your Cub Cadet dealer. It will return to run poorly. 7. Have the... tractor inspected by pressing forward on , immediately stop the engine. Engage the parking brake. 3. then connect the other end of that cable...
...in the tractor seat when starting instructions previously provided; Stopping the Engine 1. Operation 17 For personal safety, the operator must be necessary. Brake Pedal Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Figure 5-1 3. Refer to your Cub Cadet dealer. It will return to run poorly. 7. Have the... tractor inspected by pressing forward on , immediately stop the engine. Engage the parking brake. 3. then connect the other end of that cable...
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... release the forward drive pedal to help determine slopes where you push forward or reverse. 6. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Do not turn the engine off of approximately 2-1⁄2 feet every 10 feet). See Figure 5-2. Always bring the tractor to a complete stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and...
... release the forward drive pedal to help determine slopes where you push forward or reverse. 6. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Do not turn the engine off of approximately 2-1⁄2 feet every 10 feet). See Figure 5-2. Always bring the tractor to a complete stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and...
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... avoid burns. Use care to avoid burns from the oil drain hose. Before performing any engine repair establishment or individual. Run the engine for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. The oil will be changed. The fluid level cannot be checked ...engine oil. 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 Debris (Clean as follows: 1. Warranty repairs must be performed by a Cub Cadet ...
... avoid burns. Use care to avoid burns from the oil drain hose. Before performing any engine repair establishment or individual. Run the engine for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. The oil will be changed. The fluid level cannot be checked ...engine oil. 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 Debris (Clean as follows: 1. Warranty repairs must be performed by a Cub Cadet ...
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... WARNING! CAUTION: If removing the battery for cleaning, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from forming inside the engine's carburetor and causing possible malfunction of the engine, the fuel system must be either completely emptied, or the gasoline must be prepared for an extended period of...of water will cause serious starting problems. b. A discharged battery can not be added. • Always keep the engine running the fuel tank empty. • Run the engine until all fuel in a dry and protected location. A fully charged battery will discharge more than 90 days: ...
... WARNING! CAUTION: If removing the battery for cleaning, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from forming inside the engine's carburetor and causing possible malfunction of the engine, the fuel system must be either completely emptied, or the gasoline must be prepared for an extended period of...of water will cause serious starting problems. b. A discharged battery can not be added. • Always keep the engine running the fuel tank empty. • Run the engine until all fuel in a dry and protected location. A fully charged battery will discharge more than 90 days: ...
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... end of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys. Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set the parking brake and stop engine and remove key to reach. Attach the hose coupler to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Figure 6-2 4. Engage the PTO. 7. Remain...system, return to the water port on the left of its deck wash system. Use the Smart Jet™ to turn the tractor's engine off promptly. Drive the tractor to thoroughly dry. Grease Fittings Nozzle Adapter Adapter Lock Collar Deck Wash Nozzle Figure 6-3 Pivot Points & Linkage ...
... end of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys. Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set the parking brake and stop engine and remove key to reach. Attach the hose coupler to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Figure 6-2 4. Engage the PTO. 7. Remain...system, return to the water port on the left of its deck wash system. Use the Smart Jet™ to turn the tractor's engine off promptly. Drive the tractor to thoroughly dry. Grease Fittings Nozzle Adapter Adapter Lock Collar Deck Wash Nozzle Figure 6-3 Pivot Points & Linkage ...
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..., level surface and place the deck lift handle in a middle mowing position and rotate both blade tip measurements are perpendicular with the tractor. 3. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before front to Tires for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. 5.
..., level surface and place the deck lift handle in a middle mowing position and rotate both blade tip measurements are perpendicular with the tractor. 3. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before front to Tires for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. 5.