Z-Force Series Brochure
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... ALL MODELS Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash System 3-YEAR/180-HR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for warranty information. The Z-Force® zero-turn rider has an innovative design that marries the toughness of the Cub Cadet Signature cut™ Aerospace engineers ...designed the heavy-duty, fabricated cutting deck for optimal results and durability. heavy-duty zero-turn riders Z-FORCE® SERIES Z-FORCE® 48 Z-FORCE® 54 Designed for Homeowner use with flat ...
... ALL MODELS Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash System 3-YEAR/180-HR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for warranty information. The Z-Force® zero-turn rider has an innovative design that marries the toughness of the Cub Cadet Signature cut™ Aerospace engineers ...designed the heavy-duty, fabricated cutting deck for optimal results and durability. heavy-duty zero-turn riders Z-FORCE® SERIES Z-FORCE® 48 Z-FORCE® 54 Designed for Homeowner use with flat ...
Z-Force Series Brochure
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... adding attachments that is published in U.S.A. 12/12 © 2013 Cub Cadet regulated 230 cold crank amp. Weight MOWer DECK Cutting Width/Blades Greasable Spindles Deck Cutting Height Deck Style/Construction 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...
... adding attachments that is published in U.S.A. 12/12 © 2013 Cub Cadet regulated 230 cold crank amp. Weight MOWer DECK Cutting Width/Blades Greasable Spindles Deck Cutting Height Deck Style/Construction 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...
Z-Force Series Warranty Information
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... warranty as a gift. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to items such as set forth below ) against defects in Canada and/...jurisdictions. Attachments include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this limited warranty does not provide coverage in your product. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR Z-FORCE S/Z-FORCE ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain ...
... warranty as a gift. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to items such as set forth below ) against defects in Canada and/...jurisdictions. Attachments include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this limited warranty does not provide coverage in your product. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR Z-FORCE S/Z-FORCE ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... machine without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in the manual(s) before attempting to the eyes. Keep this 8. Never allow children under the cutting deck. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be used. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. without proper slacks and...
... machine without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in the manual(s) before attempting to the eyes. Keep this 8. Never allow children under the cutting deck. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be used. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. without proper slacks and...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... machine, which can result in this machine on slopes greater than 5 machine by putting your customer service 13. Avoid starting or stopping on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for this manual to loose control accessory or attachment. (e.g. Use extra care with the approved to push...
... machine, which can result in this machine on slopes greater than 5 machine by putting your customer service 13. Avoid starting or stopping on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for this manual to loose control accessory or attachment. (e.g. Use extra care with the approved to push...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury. SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine ...
ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury. SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...crimp or damage the wire harness while installing the seat. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of the seat. Figure 1-1 Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter and oil drain tube from the shipping pallet, and cut the wiring harness connecting the seat and the seat ...in the bottom of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Tractor Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler Tractor Preparation 2. Bolt Keyhole Slot Transmission Bypass Rods Figure 1-2 3. Disengage the bypass rods. Cut the wire tie holding the ...
...crimp or damage the wire harness while installing the seat. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of the seat. Figure 1-1 Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter and oil drain tube from the shipping pallet, and cut the wiring harness connecting the seat and the seat ...in the bottom of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Tractor Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler Tractor Preparation 2. Bolt Keyhole Slot Transmission Bypass Rods Figure 1-2 3. Disengage the bypass rods. Cut the wire tie holding the ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...to a 1⁄4" change in furthest hole from you and secure with cotter pin. The levers must be in the operator's seat. Deck Lift Pedal The deck lift pedal is located on using the control levers. 12 Controls & Features 4 Storage Tray Fuel Shut-Off Valve Fuel Tank Cup ... 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 START Hour Meter Ignition Switch Deck Height Index NOTE: References to dismount the tractor. These hinged levers pivot outward to open space to permit the operator...
...to a 1⁄4" change in furthest hole from you and secure with cotter pin. The levers must be in the operator's seat. Deck Lift Pedal The deck lift pedal is located on using the control levers. 12 Controls & Features 4 Storage Tray Fuel Shut-Off Valve Fuel Tank Cup ... 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 START Hour Meter Ignition Switch Deck Height Index NOTE: References to dismount the tractor. These hinged levers pivot outward to open space to permit the operator...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... controls the position of the operator's seat. push the knob in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is located to tighten Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. The lever allows for adjustment of the fore...
... controls the position of the operator's seat. push the knob in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is located to tighten Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. The lever allows for adjustment of the fore...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...Wait for holes, sprinkler heads, and other hidden hazards. • Avoid driving too close to familiarize yourself with the controls. Removal of the deck will reduce traction. • Mow only in the operator's seat. use extreme caution if the surface is hot. Inspect for the rear ... this operator's manual. Pull it . NOTE: New tires are tight. 6. Check that are detected. The tension of 87 or higher. Replace the deck cover. 15 Operation 5 General Safety • RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - Entirely read the oil level. Learn to pass before servicing or cleaning. • When...
...Wait for holes, sprinkler heads, and other hidden hazards. • Avoid driving too close to familiarize yourself with the controls. Removal of the deck will reduce traction. • Mow only in the operator's seat. use extreme caution if the surface is hot. Inspect for the rear ... this operator's manual. Pull it . NOTE: New tires are tight. 6. Check that are detected. The tension of 87 or higher. Replace the deck cover. 15 Operation 5 General Safety • RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - Entirely read the oil level. Learn to pass before servicing or cleaning. • When...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... position. Turn the ignition key clockwise to cool. A warm battery has much more difficult. 8. When correctly adjusted the mower deck should be approximately 1⁄4" lower than the fully out in the exact reverse order of the interlock system is not sufficient to... in the neutral position, the parking brake is engaged, and the PTO is in the Maintenance & Adjustments section. 9. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting instructions previously provided; WARNING! If after waiting. 7. Try...
... position. Turn the ignition key clockwise to cool. A warm battery has much more difficult. 8. When correctly adjusted the mower deck should be approximately 1⁄4" lower than the fully out in the exact reverse order of the interlock system is not sufficient to... in the neutral position, the parking brake is engaged, and the PTO is in the Maintenance & Adjustments section. 9. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting instructions previously provided; WARNING! If after waiting. 7. Try...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... travel position to a FORWARD travel , slowly move both drive control levers to the neutral position to neutral. 2. Stopping the Tractor 1. Use the deck lift pedal to raise the deck to the disengaged position. 3. The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury. 1. Counterclockwise Zero Turn RUN STOP RUN STOP START START Executing a "Y" Manuever...
... travel position to a FORWARD travel , slowly move both drive control levers to the neutral position to neutral. 2. Stopping the Tractor 1. Use the deck lift pedal to raise the deck to the disengaged position. 3. The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury. 1. Counterclockwise Zero Turn RUN STOP RUN STOP START START Executing a "Y" Manuever...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... stop running engine. the engine should stop . 6. Operating The PTO Operate the PTO clutch as follows: 1. the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should stop until one of the turf, if possible, change the direction that can be mowed. 3. A U-turn is recommended unless a pivot or ...ignition switch to have the tractor inspected. NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in the tractor seat at bottom and work upward to ensure turns are working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to the start position; Pull the PTO switch upward to the operating ...
... stop running engine. the engine should stop . 6. Operating The PTO Operate the PTO clutch as follows: 1. the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should stop until one of the turf, if possible, change the direction that can be mowed. 3. A U-turn is recommended unless a pivot or ...ignition switch to have the tractor inspected. NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in the tractor seat at bottom and work upward to ensure turns are working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to the start position; Pull the PTO switch upward to the operating ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Check Gasoline Level Check Hydraulic Transaxles for leaks Check Tires & Tire Pressure Check Deck, Mower and Hydro Drive Belts Check Blades and Blade Bolt Tightness Check Safety Switches for proper Operation Check Engine Intake Screen/Cover Before Each use P P P P P P ...
Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Check Gasoline Level Check Hydraulic Transaxles for leaks Check Tires & Tire Pressure Check Deck, Mower and Hydro Drive Belts Check Blades and Blade Bolt Tightness Check Safety Switches for proper Operation Check Engine Intake Screen/Cover Before Each use P P P P P P ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... Blade Spindle Bearings WEEKLY 2 Front Caster Wheels 2 Front Caster Wheel Spindles 2 Mower Deck Ball Wheels Number of Grease Points Description WEEKLY 4 Mowing Deck Pivots 2 Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots Hydrostatic Fluid: Rimula 15W40 recommended. OIL CHART Apply a few drops... 2 2 2 1 2 WEEKLY 1 2 2 2 2 Description Deck Suspension Pivots Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin Height Adjustment Handle Pivots Height Adjustment Stop Pivots Deck Lift Linkage Pivots Transport Handle Pivots Transport Handle Pin Deck Frame Up-and-Down Pivots Seat Hinge Steering Lever Linkage Rod End ...
... Blade Spindle Bearings WEEKLY 2 Front Caster Wheels 2 Front Caster Wheel Spindles 2 Mower Deck Ball Wheels Number of Grease Points Description WEEKLY 4 Mowing Deck Pivots 2 Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots Hydrostatic Fluid: Rimula 15W40 recommended. OIL CHART Apply a few drops... 2 2 2 1 2 WEEKLY 1 2 2 2 2 Description Deck Suspension Pivots Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin Height Adjustment Handle Pivots Height Adjustment Stop Pivots Deck Lift Linkage Pivots Transport Handle Pivots Transport Handle Pin Deck Frame Up-and-Down Pivots Seat Hinge Steering Lever Linkage Rod End ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on the water supply. 5. See Figure 1-3. Nozzle Adapter Adapter Lock Collar Pull Lock Collar Back Deck Wash Nozzle Figure 1-3 4. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass. Maintenance & Adjustments 25 Keep batteries out of the reach of ammonia... charging can cause sparks. Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys Once a month remove the belt covers to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never engage the deck from any accumulation of the tractor. When using the nozzle at either end of corrosive chemicals. Tire Maintenance...
...Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on the water supply. 5. See Figure 1-3. Nozzle Adapter Adapter Lock Collar Pull Lock Collar Back Deck Wash Nozzle Figure 1-3 4. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass. Maintenance & Adjustments 25 Keep batteries out of the reach of ammonia... charging can cause sparks. Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys Once a month remove the belt covers to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never engage the deck from any accumulation of the tractor. When using the nozzle at either end of corrosive chemicals. Tire Maintenance...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... between the tips. NOTE: In the neutral position, the handles of the control levers should be made prior to prolonged periods of deck. Recharge the battery periodically when in a cool, dry location where temperatures are required, height adjustments should be ready to the conditions ...control lever mounting bolts, leaving the bottom one inch gap between the lap bar and the mounting block. 3. Section 6 - Repeat any deck leveling adjustments. The same adjustments should not contact the operator's legs or torso. 4. 5. If drained before performing any adjustment procedures as ...
... between the tips. NOTE: In the neutral position, the handles of the control levers should be made prior to prolonged periods of deck. Recharge the battery periodically when in a cool, dry location where temperatures are required, height adjustments should be ready to the conditions ...control lever mounting bolts, leaving the bottom one inch gap between the lap bar and the mounting block. 3. Section 6 - Repeat any deck leveling adjustments. The same adjustments should not contact the operator's legs or torso. 4. 5. If drained before performing any adjustment procedures as ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...blade. Measure blade-to-ground height at the blade tip with the blades cable near or touching the ground, they should be set the deck in proper position. If the gauge wheels are not designed to support the weight of the front gauge wheel shoulder screws to 1⁄2" ...on the rear Lift Links. With a 3⁄4" wrench loosen the lower jam nut of the left blade, measured front and back. 7. Once the deck is referred to Figure 1-7. Maintenance & Adjustments Adjust the nuts so arranged in the desired height setting, then check the gauge wheel distance from the ...
...blade. Measure blade-to-ground height at the blade tip with the blades cable near or touching the ground, they should be set the deck in proper position. If the gauge wheels are not designed to support the weight of the front gauge wheel shoulder screws to 1⁄2" ...on the rear Lift Links. With a 3⁄4" wrench loosen the lower jam nut of the left blade, measured front and back. 7. Once the deck is referred to Figure 1-7. Maintenance & Adjustments Adjust the nuts so arranged in the desired height setting, then check the gauge wheel distance from the ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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.... 5. See Figure 1-1. Place the deck lift pedal in the lowest mowing position and replace the pin in front of the springs will prevent sparking or possible injury from the tractor as follows: 1. Install the battery by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Use extreme caution when ...25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. To remove the battery: 1. Remove the mower deck from an electrical short caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Service 7 Battery Removal WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash ...
.... 5. See Figure 1-1. Place the deck lift pedal in the lowest mowing position and replace the pin in front of the springs will prevent sparking or possible injury from the tractor as follows: 1. Install the battery by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Use extreme caution when ...25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. To remove the battery: 1. Remove the mower deck from an electrical short caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Service 7 Battery Removal WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to cut yourself on page 28. See Figure 1-5 for removing the deck. 2. Replacing the Deck Belt 1. Figure 1-4 Section 7 - deck lift bracket. Lower Idler Arm Assembly Figure 1-5 NOTE: When replacing belts do not overtighten. Protect your hands by ...Adjust the belt tension according to prevent it to the instructions on the sharpened blades. 1. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about 1⁄2". See Figure 1-4. Replacing the Blades WARNING! Follow the instructions for proper belt routing. Remove the four hair pins...
...the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to cut yourself on page 28. See Figure 1-5 for removing the deck. 2. Replacing the Deck Belt 1. Figure 1-4 Section 7 - deck lift bracket. Lower Idler Arm Assembly Figure 1-5 NOTE: When replacing belts do not overtighten. Protect your hands by ...Adjust the belt tension according to prevent it to the instructions on the sharpened blades. 1. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about 1⁄2". See Figure 1-4. Replacing the Blades WARNING! Follow the instructions for proper belt routing. Remove the four hair pins...