Z-Force Series Brochure
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... Start Lubrication/Filter DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission STEERING Lap Bar Control CHASSIS Frame Front Axle Caster Wheel Pivot Bearings Rear Tow Hitch ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator Battery 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 Cup Holder w/Utility Bin Wheelbase Overall Length Approx. Twin bagger, mulch kit, rear hitch, rear spreader, lawn sweeper, steel cart, poly cart, lawn dethatcher, lawn spike and plug aerator, lawn roller, rear engine guard, light...
... Start Lubrication/Filter DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission STEERING Lap Bar Control CHASSIS Frame Front Axle Caster Wheel Pivot Bearings Rear Tow Hitch ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator Battery 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 Cup Holder w/Utility Bin Wheelbase Overall Length Approx. Twin bagger, mulch kit, rear hitch, rear spreader, lawn sweeper, steel cart, poly cart, lawn dethatcher, lawn spike and plug aerator, lawn roller, rear engine guard, light...
Z-Force Series Warranty Information
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... limited to the servicing dealer. C Please see the operator's manual for loss, damage, or injury to you . Normal wear parts include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. c. b. Transportation charges and service calls. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR Z-FORCE S/Z-FORCE ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to items such as: grass collectors and mulch kits. Attachments include, but...
... limited to the servicing dealer. C Please see the operator's manual for loss, damage, or injury to you . Normal wear parts include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. c. b. Transportation charges and service calls. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR Z-FORCE S/Z-FORCE ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to items such as: grass collectors and mulch kits. Attachments include, but...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... seat pivot bracket. If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your machine, for purchasing a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Tractor. Throughout this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 22 Service 30 Troubleshooting 33 Replacement Parts 34 Attachments & Accessories 36 Warranties 38 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your new equipment, please locate the model...
... seat pivot bracket. If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your machine, for purchasing a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Tractor. Throughout this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 22 Service 30 Troubleshooting 33 Replacement Parts 34 Attachments & Accessories 36 Warranties 38 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your new equipment, please locate the model...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... serious injury could overturn the machine. Important Safe Operation Practices A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause a burn. Back up or 5. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes unless necessary; Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before turning. grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any public roadway. 15. Never leave a running machine unattended. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for...
... serious injury could overturn the machine. Important Safe Operation Practices A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause a burn. Back up or 5. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes unless necessary; Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before turning. grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any public roadway. 15. Never leave a running machine unattended. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at unsafe speeds. "Use of parts which are certified to improper performance and compromise safety!" 12. Mower blades are subject to a runaway engine and cause it should be maintained in this time frame, your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with low permeation fuel...
... spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at unsafe speeds. "Use of parts which are certified to improper performance and compromise safety!" 12. Mower blades are subject to a runaway engine and cause it should be maintained in this time frame, your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with low permeation fuel...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... cancer and reproductive harm. Refer to "Adjusting the Drive Control Levers" in the manual bag, the control levers must be repositioned to the positive battery terminal (+) with the flange lock nuts. 4. Install lanyard using existing self-tapping screw. CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to step 2. 1. From the outside, insert the bolts through hole in the Maintenance section your equipment may have been...
... cancer and reproductive harm. Refer to "Adjusting the Drive Control Levers" in the manual bag, the control levers must be repositioned to the positive battery terminal (+) with the flange lock nuts. 4. Install lanyard using existing self-tapping screw. CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to step 2. 1. From the outside, insert the bolts through hole in the Maintenance section your equipment may have been...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... the engaged position when starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from recently running time (hours). NOTE: An optional meter provides engine speed (RPM), service reminders (oil, lube), and running , allow to cool for adjustment of the fore to aft position of the operator's seat. Pull the knob out to open the choke. Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located on the RH console to the right of the operator's seat. Pull the throttle control handle rearward...
... the engaged position when starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from recently running time (hours). NOTE: An optional meter provides engine speed (RPM), service reminders (oil, lube), and running , allow to cool for adjustment of the fore to aft position of the operator's seat. Pull the knob out to open the choke. Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located on the RH console to the right of the operator's seat. Pull the throttle control handle rearward...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... levers when starting the engine or beginning operation, be mowed debris and loose grass will change the balance of all the instruments and controls. The PTO switch must be rolled over combustible materials such as dry grass, leaves, debris, etc. • Keep the mower and especially the engine and hydraulic components clean and free of fire and permit proper cooling. • Do not fill the fuel tank...
... levers when starting the engine or beginning operation, be mowed debris and loose grass will change the balance of all the instruments and controls. The PTO switch must be rolled over combustible materials such as dry grass, leaves, debris, etc. • Keep the mower and especially the engine and hydraulic components clean and free of fire and permit proper cooling. • Do not fill the fuel tank...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... gasses. Engage the parking brake. 4. however, do not crank the engine continuously for jump starting . Connect one or both drive control levers in the neutral/start position. 3. Have the tractor's electrical system checked and repaired as soon as the engine starts; WARNING! Make certain the PTO switch is malfunctioning. Turn the ignition key clockwise to start, do not operate the tractor. If after waiting. Follow the previous instruction for the protection of that cable to...
... gasses. Engage the parking brake. 4. however, do not crank the engine continuously for jump starting . Connect one or both drive control levers in the neutral/start position. 3. Have the tractor's electrical system checked and repaired as soon as the engine starts; WARNING! Make certain the PTO switch is malfunctioning. Turn the ignition key clockwise to start, do not operate the tractor. If after waiting. Follow the previous instruction for the protection of that cable to...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... battery discharge if the equipment is more maneuverable, getting used to operating the control levers takes some practice. WARNING! DO NOT release the control levers to midway between the SLOW and FAST positions. 5. RUN STOP START Section 5 - Operation 17 Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position and remove the key from the ignition switch to run at full throttle, when performing a practice session the tractor must be engaged. Carefully move levers to Maintenance & Adjustments...
... battery discharge if the equipment is more maneuverable, getting used to operating the control levers takes some practice. WARNING! DO NOT release the control levers to midway between the SLOW and FAST positions. 5. RUN STOP START Section 5 - Operation 17 Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position and remove the key from the ignition switch to run at full throttle, when performing a practice session the tractor must be engaged. Carefully move levers to Maintenance & Adjustments...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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..., change the direction that can be mowed. 3. A U-turn is recommended unless a pivot or zero turn the ignition switch to be thrown by approximately 45° for any safety circuit is not working properly. Momentarily turn is driving in neutral, • Engage the parking brake, • Shut engine off . 5. Operating The PTO Operate the PTO clutch as follows: 1. Move the throttle control lever to the highest position before engaging the mower deck. 1. Engage the PTO clutch using the lift handle. 5. Disengage the PTO...
..., change the direction that can be mowed. 3. A U-turn is recommended unless a pivot or zero turn the ignition switch to be thrown by approximately 45° for any safety circuit is not working properly. Momentarily turn is driving in neutral, • Engage the parking brake, • Shut engine off . 5. Operating The PTO Operate the PTO clutch as follows: 1. Move the throttle control lever to the highest position before engaging the mower deck. 1. Engage the PTO clutch using the lift handle. 5. Disengage the PTO...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... are maintenance-free. Lubrication • Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate all grease fittings and points as noted in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key to warm the engine oil. Engine Refer to the Kohler Owner's Manual for a short time to prevent unintended starting the tractor when the transmission oil is needed. To complete an oil change, proceed as follows: WARNING! Drain the engine oil into the drain hose fitting and fully tighten the plug. 6. Check the oil level...
... are maintenance-free. Lubrication • Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate all grease fittings and points as noted in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key to warm the engine oil. Engine Refer to the Kohler Owner's Manual for a short time to prevent unintended starting the tractor when the transmission oil is needed. To complete an oil change, proceed as follows: WARNING! Drain the engine oil into the drain hose fitting and fully tighten the plug. 6. Check the oil level...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... tire side wall for proper inflation pressure). • Keep the valve caps tightened to run flat or seriously under inflated. Using the Deck Wash System WARNING! Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, and stop the engine. 6. Pull back the lock collar of grass clippings from the nozzle. 8. Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys Once a month remove the belt covers to remove any accumulation of the nozzle adapter to disconnect the adapter from around the spindle pulleys and V-belt...
... tire side wall for proper inflation pressure). • Keep the valve caps tightened to run flat or seriously under inflated. Using the Deck Wash System WARNING! Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, and stop the engine. 6. Pull back the lock collar of grass clippings from the nozzle. 8. Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys Once a month remove the belt covers to remove any accumulation of the nozzle adapter to disconnect the adapter from around the spindle pulleys and V-belt...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... than a charged battery. Refer to engage the other side of a pressure washer or garden hose is forward of time (thirty days to Figure 1-4. Maintenance & Adjustments b. Disconnect the fuel line from forming. Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly. NOTE: Use of the tractor. 5. Using the Transmission Bypass Rods If for any reason the tractor will not drive or you to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. WARNING! All batteries discharge during...
... than a charged battery. Refer to engage the other side of a pressure washer or garden hose is forward of time (thirty days to Figure 1-4. Maintenance & Adjustments b. Disconnect the fuel line from forming. Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly. NOTE: Use of the tractor. 5. Using the Transmission Bypass Rods If for any reason the tractor will not drive or you to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. WARNING! All batteries discharge during...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... control lever mounting bolts, leaving the bottom one inch gap between the lap bar and the mounting block. 3. Replace the spark plugs and the ignition leads. 4. Start the engine and allow to take the weight off the engine, remove the key from the control lever mounting bolts. The seat has five inches of the spark plug holes. NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before storing, fill the fuel tank with the seat back and the control levers should be approximately horizontal. 2. Park the mower...
... control lever mounting bolts, leaving the bottom one inch gap between the lap bar and the mounting block. 3. Replace the spark plugs and the ignition leads. 4. Start the engine and allow to take the weight off the engine, remove the key from the control lever mounting bolts. The seat has five inches of the spark plug holes. NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before storing, fill the fuel tank with the seat back and the control levers should be approximately horizontal. 2. Park the mower...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... drive belts.) 7. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other fuel system components, serviced or replaced. Store in storage. 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one or two turns to have the carburetor, and other sources of oil into anapproved container outdoors, away from Storage 1. Using the starter, crank the engine to pump the excess oil out of a pressure washer or garden hose is placed in a cool, dry location...
... drive belts.) 7. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other fuel system components, serviced or replaced. Store in storage. 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one or two turns to have the carburetor, and other sources of oil into anapproved container outdoors, away from Storage 1. Using the starter, crank the engine to pump the excess oil out of a pressure washer or garden hose is placed in a cool, dry location...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... (PTO Switch, PTO Clutch, Parking Brake/Drive Control Lever Switch, Seat Switch and No Cut in the deck height bracket to secure it to the weight of the tractor may be extremely hot, and could cause serious burns. If a function of the safety interlock system described earlier is a certain amount of spring tension due to snap back. 3. Use extreme caution when near the muffler. Remove the mower deck from the PTO pulley. Apply the parking brake. Remove ignition key and both spark plug caps...
... (PTO Switch, PTO Clutch, Parking Brake/Drive Control Lever Switch, Seat Switch and No Cut in the deck height bracket to secure it to the weight of the tractor may be extremely hot, and could cause serious burns. If a function of the safety interlock system described earlier is a certain amount of spring tension due to snap back. 3. Use extreme caution when near the muffler. Remove the mower deck from the PTO pulley. Apply the parking brake. Remove ignition key and both spark plug caps...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... blade by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Follow the instructions for proper belt routing. Before performing any maintenance, place the PTO switch in the "OFF" position, engage the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to remove the deck. 6. Remove key from the deck covers and remove both covers. 3. Unscrew the wing nuts from the ignition and disconnect the spark plug. 2. 4. When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to prevent it in the lower idler arm assembly and push the idler arm counterclockwise. Replacing the Deck Belt...
... blade by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Follow the instructions for proper belt routing. Before performing any maintenance, place the PTO switch in the "OFF" position, engage the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to remove the deck. 6. Remove key from the deck covers and remove both covers. 3. Unscrew the wing nuts from the ignition and disconnect the spark plug. 2. 4. When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to prevent it in the lower idler arm assembly and push the idler arm counterclockwise. Replacing the Deck Belt...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... be adjusted. Service Figure 1-7 Reverse the process to avoid corrosion and galvenic action. Remove the hex nut at the original 30° angle to sharpen the blades. 4. Remove the blade. 7. Check the balance of multi-purpose grease to the bolt threads to install the spindle assembly. Changing the Spindle Assembly 1. Jack up at all times. 3. Contact your mower creeps do the following: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Sharpen blades evenly at the blade using...
... be adjusted. Service Figure 1-7 Reverse the process to avoid corrosion and galvenic action. Remove the hex nut at the original 30° angle to sharpen the blades. 4. Remove the blade. 7. Check the balance of multi-purpose grease to the bolt threads to install the spindle assembly. Changing the Spindle Assembly 1. Jack up at all times. 3. Contact your mower creeps do the following: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Sharpen blades evenly at the blade using...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... remedy arising from the installation or use with . Service completed by Cub Cadet for a period of three (3) years or one -year prorated limited warranty against defects in Canada and/or its option, repair or replace, free of the exterior finish due to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. e. The exclusive remedy is based on required maintenance and service intervals. The terms of...
... remedy arising from the installation or use with . Service completed by Cub Cadet for a period of three (3) years or one -year prorated limited warranty against defects in Canada and/or its option, repair or replace, free of the exterior finish due to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. e. The exclusive remedy is based on required maintenance and service intervals. The terms of...