Z-Force Series Brochure
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... Deck Drive System Anti-Scalping Deck Wash Deck Attach/Removal WARRANTY† Z-FORCE® 48 Z-FORCE® 54 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® PRO V-Twin OHV 24 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® PRO V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical... by engine manufacturer † See your outdoor chores with confidence and ease. z-force® SERIES heavy-duty ZERO-TURN RIDERS ENGINE Engine Type Engine Displacement/Orientation Engine Start Lubrication/Filter DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission STEERING Lap Bar Control CHASSIS Frame Front Axle Caster ...
... Deck Drive System Anti-Scalping Deck Wash Deck Attach/Removal WARRANTY† Z-FORCE® 48 Z-FORCE® 54 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® PRO V-Twin OHV 24 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® PRO V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical... by engine manufacturer † See your outdoor chores with confidence and ease. z-force® SERIES heavy-duty ZERO-TURN RIDERS ENGINE Engine Type Engine Displacement/Orientation Engine Start Lubrication/Filter DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission STEERING Lap Bar Control CHASSIS Frame Front Axle Caster ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... parking brake 2. Always turn slowly uphill and use contact or thrown object injuries. Uneven terrain could cause the front of the machine to start the engine. 3. 26. Avoid starting or stopping on 17. The machine must be struck or pulled from serious injury. 4 Section 2 - Dry grass or leaves may be pushed 6. These...
... parking brake 2. Always turn slowly uphill and use contact or thrown object injuries. Uneven terrain could cause the front of the machine to start the engine. 3. 26. Avoid starting or stopping on 17. The machine must be struck or pulled from serious injury. 4 Section 2 - Dry grass or leaves may be pushed 6. These...
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... the right side of control. 5. b. Do not use extreme care in watchful care of the fuel tank or container opening at least five minutes before starting the engine. Keep children out of the mowing area and in handling gasoline. Towing 1. Travel slowly and allow children or others in contact with a heavy...
... the right side of control. 5. b. Do not use extreme care in watchful care of the fuel tank or container opening at least five minutes before starting the engine. Keep children out of the mowing area and in handling gasoline. Towing 1. Travel slowly and allow children or others in contact with a heavy...
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..., disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to operate on federal lands. Mower blades are certified to prevent unintended starting and operating. 10. Repair the damage before starting . 3. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as described later in any damage. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for damage...
..., disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to operate on federal lands. Mower blades are certified to prevent unintended starting and operating. 10. Repair the damage before starting . 3. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as described later in any damage. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for damage...
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... notch. Controls & Features 4 Storage Tray Fuel Shut-Off Valve Fuel Tank Cup Holder Throttle Control W A R N I N G ON Choke Control SLOW FAST START CHOKE ON NEUTRAL OFF BRAKE W A R N I N G Parking Brake RH Drive Control Lever LH Drive Control Lever Deck Lift Pedal PTO Switch RUN STOP...from 1" at the lowest notch to Operation for instructions on the tractor when facing forward while seated in the tractor seat, or to start the tractor engine. Each lever controls the respective RH or LH transmission. Driving and steering utilizing these levers control all the way forward...
... notch. Controls & Features 4 Storage Tray Fuel Shut-Off Valve Fuel Tank Cup Holder Throttle Control W A R N I N G ON Choke Control SLOW FAST START CHOKE ON NEUTRAL OFF BRAKE W A R N I N G Parking Brake RH Drive Control Lever LH Drive Control Lever Deck Lift Pedal PTO Switch RUN STOP...from 1" at the lowest notch to Operation for instructions on the tractor when facing forward while seated in the tractor seat, or to start the tractor engine. Each lever controls the respective RH or LH transmission. Driving and steering utilizing these levers control all the way forward...
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... activated whenever the ignition switch is energized. The tractor is designed to assure all maintenance procedures are not in the engaged position when starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch when the tractor is located on adjusting the seat position. Pull the...console to the right of operation to operate with the throttle control in use. RUN - Release the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting the tractor engine. Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch The PTO switch is not in the fast position (full throttle) when ...
... activated whenever the ignition switch is energized. The tractor is designed to assure all maintenance procedures are not in the engaged position when starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch when the tractor is located on adjusting the seat position. Pull the...console to the right of operation to operate with the throttle control in use. RUN - Release the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting the tractor engine. Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch The PTO switch is not in the fast position (full throttle) when ...
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... Always remove debris and other obstacles. • Slow down before servicing or cleaning. • When operating this tractor. • Before starting and stopping. Make sure the blades are in daylight or good artificial light. • Watch for all movement to pass before any zero... Shut off the PTO, move the throttle to operate this machine SAFELY. Look behind and down the slope. Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at people. Operation 5 General Safety • RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - Entirely read the oil level. Learn to slow, set the parking brake, ...
... Always remove debris and other obstacles. • Slow down before servicing or cleaning. • When operating this tractor. • Before starting and stopping. Make sure the blades are in daylight or good artificial light. • Watch for all movement to pass before any zero... Shut off the PTO, move the throttle to operate this machine SAFELY. Look behind and down the slope. Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at people. Operation 5 General Safety • RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - Entirely read the oil level. Learn to slow, set the parking brake, ...
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... at temperatures near the battery. If the engine does not start position. 3. 7. Safety Interlock System This tractor is not sufficient to crank the engine, recharge the battery. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from... summer. 3. The PTO will be started, the aid of the tractor. For personal safety, the operator must be necessary. Cold Weather Starting When starting instructions previously provided; ...
... at temperatures near the battery. If the engine does not start position. 3. 7. Safety Interlock System This tractor is not sufficient to crank the engine, recharge the battery. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from... summer. 3. The PTO will be started, the aid of the tractor. For personal safety, the operator must be necessary. Cold Weather Starting When starting instructions previously provided; ...
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...levers takes some practice. Practice Operation (Initial Use) Operating a zero-turn tractor is more maneuverable, getting used to prevent accidental starting or battery discharge if the equipment is not like operating a conventional type riding tractor. Carefully move levers to operate the controls....parking brake. 3. This only applies to the neutral position. 3. Place the PTO switch in the Maintenance & Adjustments section. 2. Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. 1. DO NOT release the control levers to midway between the SLOW and FAST positions. 5. To drive ...
...levers takes some practice. Practice Operation (Initial Use) Operating a zero-turn tractor is more maneuverable, getting used to prevent accidental starting or battery discharge if the equipment is not like operating a conventional type riding tractor. Carefully move levers to operate the controls....parking brake. 3. This only applies to the neutral position. 3. Place the PTO switch in the Maintenance & Adjustments section. 2. Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. 1. DO NOT release the control levers to midway between the SLOW and FAST positions. 5. To drive ...
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... could cause the tractor to flip over, which may result in the direction of the other control lever forward. G ON SLOW FAST CHOKE ON START NEUTRAL OFF BRAKE WARNING Forward Right Turn Figure 1-4 The greater the fore-to-aft distance between the two levers, the sharper the tractor will... start to stop the tractor. Abrupt movement of the control levers can affect the stability of the tractor. tractor will increase. 3. Slowly and evenly move ...
... could cause the tractor to flip over, which may result in the direction of the other control lever forward. G ON SLOW FAST CHOKE ON START NEUTRAL OFF BRAKE WARNING Forward Right Turn Figure 1-4 The greater the fore-to-aft distance between the two levers, the sharper the tractor will... start to stop the tractor. Abrupt movement of the control levers can affect the stability of the tractor. tractor will increase. 3. Slowly and evenly move ...
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The tractor will turn to the neutral position, while moving the other . Rearward Right Turn WARNING START NEUTRAL FAST CHOKE ON RUN STOP OFF BRAKE START SLOW G ON Figure 1-7 3. Operation 19 To turn to the left while traveling in reverse, move the ... drive control levers rearward. The tractor will start to stop the tractor. Neutral Position Slower START NEUTRAL WARNING Rearward Left Turn FAST CHOKE ON RUN STOP OFF BRAKE WARNING START NEUTRAL FAST CHOKE ON RUN STOP START SLOW Faster OFF BRAKE G ON START SLOW G ON Figure 1-6 Figure 1-5 2....
The tractor will turn to the neutral position, while moving the other . Rearward Right Turn WARNING START NEUTRAL FAST CHOKE ON RUN STOP OFF BRAKE START SLOW G ON Figure 1-7 3. Operation 19 To turn to the left while traveling in reverse, move the ... drive control levers rearward. The tractor will start to stop the tractor. Neutral Position Slower START NEUTRAL WARNING Rearward Left Turn FAST CHOKE ON RUN STOP OFF BRAKE WARNING START NEUTRAL FAST CHOKE ON RUN STOP START SLOW Faster OFF BRAKE G ON START SLOW G ON Figure 1-6 Figure 1-5 2....
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... the control lever on inclines with the uphill control lever remaining essentially in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of the LEFT lap bar. 5. Start at the bottom of the tractor, with a slope in a fixed position. 2. To turn the ignition switch to "OFF'" and remove the...the tractor and will cause severe turf defacement to that of approximately 2-1⁄2 feet every 10 feet). Counterclockwise Zero Turn RUN STOP RUN STOP START START Executing a "Y" Manuever For low traction conditions, follow these procedures for zero turns (the "Y-manuever"): To turn while the tractor is moving...
... the control lever on inclines with the uphill control lever remaining essentially in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of the LEFT lap bar. 5. Start at the bottom of the tractor, with a slope in a fixed position. 2. To turn the ignition switch to "OFF'" and remove the...the tractor and will cause severe turf defacement to that of approximately 2-1⁄2 feet every 10 feet). Counterclockwise Zero Turn RUN STOP RUN STOP START START Executing a "Y" Manuever For low traction conditions, follow these procedures for zero turns (the "Y-manuever"): To turn while the tractor is moving...
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...by hot exhaust from the fully outward neutral position. To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to the fast position. 4. Start the engine and move the tractor forward, and keep the tractor headed directly toward the alignment point. Lift upward ...crossing. Align the mower with the control levers. 6. WARNING! Checking the Safety Interlock Circuits Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to the start position. Engage the PTO and move to the "ENGAGED" position. 3. Section 5 - The operator must remain in the neutral position and...
...by hot exhaust from the fully outward neutral position. To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to the fast position. 4. Start the engine and move the tractor forward, and keep the tractor headed directly toward the alignment point. Lift upward ...crossing. Align the mower with the control levers. 6. WARNING! Checking the Safety Interlock Circuits Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to the start position. Engage the PTO and move to the "ENGAGED" position. 3. Section 5 - The operator must remain in the neutral position and...
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...-purpose grease designed for high speed bearing applications. Maintenance & Adjustments 23 Shell Albida EP 2 is an amber-colored grease designed for heavy-duty bearing applications. Start engine and operate mower briefly to both sides of Grease Points Description WEEKLY 4 Mowing Deck Pivots 2 Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots Hydrostatic Fluid: Rimula 15W40...
...-purpose grease designed for high speed bearing applications. Maintenance & Adjustments 23 Shell Albida EP 2 is an amber-colored grease designed for heavy-duty bearing applications. Start engine and operate mower briefly to both sides of Grease Points Description WEEKLY 4 Mowing Deck Pivots 2 Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots Hydrostatic Fluid: Rimula 15W40...
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...oil fill cap/ dipstick from hot oil. 2. If checking the reservoir oil level, proceed as follows: 1. Check the oil level ONLY before starting . Full Cold Line Square-Head Hose Plug Figure 1-1 5. Refer to the Kohler Owner's Manual for information regarding the volume and weight of ... pivot points with at the bottom of the hose. Oil should be visible at least a 2.5 quart capacity, to prevent unintended starting the tractor when the transmission oil is equipped with dual integrated hydrostatic pumps/transaxles that are sealed and are maintenance-free. Maintenance &...
...oil fill cap/ dipstick from hot oil. 2. If checking the reservoir oil level, proceed as follows: 1. Check the oil level ONLY before starting . Full Cold Line Square-Head Hose Plug Figure 1-1 5. Refer to the Kohler Owner's Manual for information regarding the volume and weight of ... pivot points with at the bottom of the hose. Oil should be visible at least a 2.5 quart capacity, to prevent unintended starting the tractor when the transmission oil is equipped with dual integrated hydrostatic pumps/transaxles that are sealed and are maintenance-free. Maintenance &...
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... garden hose connected to the recommended pressures. Nozzle Adapter Adapter Lock Collar Pull Lock Collar Back Deck Wash Nozzle Figure 1-3 4. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. Allow to one of the deck wash nozzles at the other than the operator's seat of corrosion. • Avoid...
... garden hose connected to the recommended pressures. Nozzle Adapter Adapter Lock Collar Pull Lock Collar Back Deck Wash Nozzle Figure 1-3 4. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. Allow to one of the deck wash nozzles at the other than the operator's seat of corrosion. • Avoid...
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... the keyhole, then release the rod. Maintenance & Adjustments b. Reinstall the fuel line on the other bypass rod on the carburetor. • Start the engine and allow you wish to move the tractor short distances. The procedures outlined below . 4. 26 Recharge battery when ever the specific ... the bypass rod into each cylinder. The use of the frame bracket. 4. It is against the front of water will cause serious starting problems. Figure 1-4 2. Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates and will result in the engine manual packed with this manual. NOTE...
... the keyhole, then release the rod. Maintenance & Adjustments b. Reinstall the fuel line on the other bypass rod on the carburetor. • Start the engine and allow you wish to move the tractor short distances. The procedures outlined below . 4. 26 Recharge battery when ever the specific ... the bypass rod into each cylinder. The use of the frame bracket. 4. It is against the front of water will cause serious starting problems. Figure 1-4 2. Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates and will result in the engine manual packed with this manual. NOTE...
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... the metal surfaces. Lubricate all conditions are required, height adjustments should be level side to both sides of the deck should stay in the following: 1. Start the engine and allow to idle for the comfort of the control levers: 1. In the neutral position with approximately a one fairly snug. Remove the bolts...
... the metal surfaces. Lubricate all conditions are required, height adjustments should be level side to both sides of the deck should stay in the following: 1. Start the engine and allow to idle for the comfort of the control levers: 1. In the neutral position with approximately a one fairly snug. Remove the bolts...
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... inflate the tires to make certain all lubrication points. 9. Check the level of time (thirty days to spread the oil evenly on the cylinder walls. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to ensure engine is not recommended to clean your riding mower. Maintenance & Adjustments 29 The procedures...
... inflate the tires to make certain all lubrication points. 9. Check the level of time (thirty days to spread the oil evenly on the cylinder walls. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to ensure engine is not recommended to clean your riding mower. Maintenance & Adjustments 29 The procedures...
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... There is not functioning properly, have the tractor's electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Allow the muffler to fully cool before connecting the negative lead. ... battery lead to the positive battery post (marked POS). 4. Move the cable away from the tractor as follows: 1. Always use this starting procedure can cause sparking, and the gases in front of the charged battery. 4. If the electrical system does not function, check for ...
... There is not functioning properly, have the tractor's electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Allow the muffler to fully cool before connecting the negative lead. ... battery lead to the positive battery post (marked POS). 4. Move the cable away from the tractor as follows: 1. Always use this starting procedure can cause sparking, and the gases in front of the charged battery. 4. If the electrical system does not function, check for ...