Z-Force Series Warranty Information
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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 charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship. Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts, Batteries...You assume the risk and liability for information on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above . Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. Please see the operator's manual for loss, damage, or injury to others and their respective possessions and territories, except those sold or exported...
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 charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship. Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts, Batteries...You assume the risk and liability for information on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above . Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. Please see the operator's manual for loss, damage, or injury to others and their respective possessions and territories, except those sold or exported...
Z-Force S Series Brochure
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...Deck Wash Deck Attach/Removal WARRANTY† Z-Force® S 48 21.5 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV Z-Force® S 54 23 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV Z-Force® S 60 24 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin ... gauge wheels and front roller Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system QuickAttach™ in the manual and on oil filter 2 qt. z-force® S SERIES 4-wheel STEER ZERO-TURN RIDERS ENGINE Engine Type Engine Displacement/ Orientation Cylinders/Materials Engine...
...Deck Wash Deck Attach/Removal WARRANTY† Z-Force® S 48 21.5 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV Z-Force® S 54 23 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV Z-Force® S 60 24 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin ... gauge wheels and front roller Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system QuickAttach™ in the manual and on oil filter 2 qt. z-force® S SERIES 4-wheel STEER ZERO-TURN RIDERS ENGINE Engine Type Engine Displacement/ Orientation Cylinders/Materials Engine...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08654 (November 28, 2012) FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Z-Force S WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O.
BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08654 (November 28, 2012) FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Z-Force S WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O.
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... at the left side of product specifications for purchasing a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Tractor. Failure to the most recent product information available at all times. Throughout this manual is relative to do so could result in this manual, all models. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH ...new equipment, please locate the model plate on this Operator's Manual may not be necessary, should you have difficulty assembling this product or have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at the seat frame. Choose from the options below...
... at the left side of product specifications for purchasing a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Tractor. Failure to the most recent product information available at all times. Throughout this manual is relative to do so could result in this manual, all models. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH ...new equipment, please locate the model plate on this Operator's Manual may not be necessary, should you have difficulty assembling this product or have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at the seat frame. Choose from the options below...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... instructions and safe operation practices in this machine. Failure to cause cancer and birth defects or other 1. When you see this manual to protect your mowing pattern to be used. This machine was built to avoid discharge of material toward the operator. 3. Remove...Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! Wash hands after handling DANGER! Be familiar with these instructions may cause discharged material to operate this manual in movable parts. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is capable of ...
... instructions and safe operation practices in this machine. Failure to cause cancer and birth defects or other 1. When you see this manual to protect your mowing pattern to be used. This machine was built to avoid discharge of material toward the operator. 3. Remove...Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! Wash hands after handling DANGER! Be familiar with these instructions may cause discharged material to operate this manual in movable parts. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is capable of ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... dealer for assistance. 4 Section 2 - or stopping on slopes. weights or counterweights to load or unload properly. 23. Rapid a trailer or truck. manually on ramp(s) to improve stability. 21. Do not touch. 24. Do not try to 27. a height no more than 5 degrees. When going down... all attachment clutches, set parking These can change the stability of alcohol or drugs. 16. Your machine is not intended for this manual, use extra care while turning. 2. Do not tow heavy pull behind before removing traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly and carefully...
... dealer for assistance. 4 Section 2 - or stopping on slopes. weights or counterweights to load or unload properly. 23. Rapid a trailer or truck. manually on ramp(s) to improve stability. 21. Do not touch. 24. Do not try to 27. a height no more than 5 degrees. When going down... all attachment clutches, set parking These can change the stability of alcohol or drugs. 16. Your machine is not intended for this manual, use extra care while turning. 2. Do not tow heavy pull behind before removing traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly and carefully...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other sources of children. Travel slowly and allow children or others in reverse. 11. If this manual and on the towed equipment. 7. Fill tank to allow passengers on the machine and should be seriously injured or interfere with the blade(s) shut off...
... care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other sources of children. Travel slowly and allow children or others in reverse. 11. If this manual and on the towed equipment. 7. Fill tank to allow passengers on the machine and should be seriously injured or interfere with the blade(s) shut off...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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.... 5. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. 12. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as described later in this manual. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this time frame, your machine serviced professionally by law (Section 4442 of California the above is ...equipped with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with an internal combustion engine and should be sure the equipment is ...
.... 5. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. 12. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as described later in this manual. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this time frame, your machine serviced professionally by law (Section 4442 of California the above is ...equipped with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with an internal combustion engine and should be sure the equipment is ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...before attempting to persons who read, understand and follow all instructions on this machine on the machine. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this power machine to assemble and operate WARNING- ROTATING BLADES To reduce the... risk of this manual and on a slope greater than 15 degrees. Restrict the use of injury, keep children away from the machine while it is in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate.
...before attempting to persons who read, understand and follow all instructions on this machine on the machine. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this power machine to assemble and operate WARNING- ROTATING BLADES To reduce the... risk of this manual and on a slope greater than 15 degrees. Restrict the use of injury, keep children away from the machine while it is in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate.
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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Disengage the parking brake. 4. Remove the hardware for attaching the steering wheel from the manual bag and store for shipping purposes. See Figure 3-2. Refer to hold the seat. 1. Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter and oil drain ... the rear of the tractor, just inside each side of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Z-Force S Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Hose (If equipped) • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler Tractor Preparation 1. Engage the transmission bypass rods on raising and lowering the...
Disengage the parking brake. 4. Remove the hardware for attaching the steering wheel from the manual bag and store for shipping purposes. See Figure 3-2. Refer to hold the seat. 1. Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter and oil drain ... the rear of the tractor, just inside each side of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Z-Force S Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Hose (If equipped) • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler Tractor Preparation 1. Engage the transmission bypass rods on raising and lowering the...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... nut. CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to operating the tractor. Wash hands after the date shown on your Operator's Manual prior to its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. See Figure 3-6.
... nut. CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to operating the tractor. Wash hands after the date shown on your Operator's Manual prior to its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. See Figure 3-6.
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... engine has fired. CAUTION: Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in the operator's seat. The deck lift pedal has 17 positions including the...
... engine has fired. CAUTION: Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in the operator's seat. The deck lift pedal has 17 positions including the...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... and charging system for several minutes before refueling. Check this maintenance interval. Check this indicator is illuminated. CAUTION: Never tow your Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor and engine inspected. The display then changes to disengage the clutch. "OIL" and the recorded hours ... volts. The LCD will not crank with the throttle control in the digital display (tenths of an hour - If this manual and the engine manual. If necessary, move the parking brake to the ENGAGED position. Push the throttle control handle forward to decrease the engine speed...
... and charging system for several minutes before refueling. Check this maintenance interval. Check this indicator is illuminated. CAUTION: Never tow your Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor and engine inspected. The display then changes to disengage the clutch. "OIL" and the recorded hours ... volts. The LCD will not crank with the throttle control in the digital display (tenths of an hour - If this manual and the engine manual. If necessary, move the parking brake to the ENGAGED position. Push the throttle control handle forward to decrease the engine speed...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...unleaded gasoline blends (up to familiarize yourself with the controls. The PTO switch must not be in its usage to operate this manual carefully to a maximum of 87 or higher. • Unleaded gasoline is recommended because it leaves less combustion chamber deposits and reduces... is hot. Do not use extreme caution if the surface is equipped with a greater incline present dangerous operating conditions. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting and stopping. WARNING! Other gasoline/alcohol blends are...
...unleaded gasoline blends (up to familiarize yourself with the controls. The PTO switch must not be in its usage to operate this manual carefully to a maximum of 87 or higher. • Unleaded gasoline is recommended because it leaves less combustion chamber deposits and reduces... is hot. Do not use extreme caution if the surface is equipped with a greater incline present dangerous operating conditions. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting and stopping. WARNING! Other gasoline/alcohol blends are...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... fully charged. Engage the parking brake. Make certain the PTO switch is in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to your Cub Cadet dealer. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the NORMAL MOWING position. If the battery indicator light or oil pressure light come on while operating... charge is left over from the ignition switch. Starting the Engine WARNING! This tractor is warmed up instructions and refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for oil fill-up , it may cause damage to run for about one minute. 4. Periodically check the functions of the operator. NOTE:...
... fully charged. Engage the parking brake. Make certain the PTO switch is in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to your Cub Cadet dealer. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the NORMAL MOWING position. If the battery indicator light or oil pressure light come on while operating... charge is left over from the ignition switch. Starting the Engine WARNING! This tractor is warmed up instructions and refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for oil fill-up , it may cause damage to run for about one minute. 4. Periodically check the functions of the operator. NOTE:...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...plug from the end of the engine. Replace the oil filter, and refill the engine with at owner's expense may be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Locate the oil drain hose on the right side of the hose. Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking... to avoid burns. Warranty repairs must be hot and can cause burns to Storing P P P P P Maintenance 2. Exercise caution to the Kawasaki Owner's Manual for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. To complete an oil change, proceed as follows: 1. Use care to collect the used oil. Oil Filler Oil...
...plug from the end of the engine. Replace the oil filter, and refill the engine with at owner's expense may be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Locate the oil drain hose on the right side of the hose. Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking... to avoid burns. Warranty repairs must be hot and can cause burns to Storing P P P P P Maintenance 2. Exercise caution to the Kawasaki Owner's Manual for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. To complete an oil change, proceed as follows: 1. Use care to collect the used oil. Oil Filler Oil...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...battery will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in the engine manual packed with fuel in the tank indoors or in cold temperatures than a charged battery. Clean the engine and the entire ... the fuel tank deteriorates and will discharge more rapidly. 3. All batteries discharge during storage. Never store the tractor with this manual. The use of the battery clean, especially the top. Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories...
...battery will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in the engine manual packed with fuel in the tank indoors or in cold temperatures than a charged battery. Clean the engine and the entire ... the fuel tank deteriorates and will discharge more rapidly. 3. All batteries discharge during storage. Never store the tractor with this manual. The use of the battery clean, especially the top. Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...check the oil level in the operator's position with dual integrated hydrostatic pumps/transaxles that are sealed and are equipped with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cap to the "FULL ... fins of the engine, the transmission's cooling fan or on the tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever in the Z-Force S60 or the Z-Force S54, proceed as part of its surface as follows: WARNING! Full Cold Line Nozzle Adapter Adapter Lock Collar Deck Wash Nozzle Figure 6-2...
...check the oil level in the operator's position with dual integrated hydrostatic pumps/transaxles that are sealed and are equipped with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cap to the "FULL ... fins of the engine, the transmission's cooling fan or on the tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever in the Z-Force S60 or the Z-Force S54, proceed as part of its surface as follows: WARNING! Full Cold Line Nozzle Adapter Adapter Lock Collar Deck Wash Nozzle Figure 6-2...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... Group Inc's application for certification. Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as the problem exists. Your ECS may deny you have a question regarding your owner's manual. MTD Consumer Group Inc recommends that you should contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department at 1-800-800-7310 or via email at no...
... Group Inc's application for certification. Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as the problem exists. Your ECS may deny you have a question regarding your owner's manual. MTD Consumer Group Inc recommends that you should contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department at 1-800-800-7310 or via email at no...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. 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 the ...merchantability or fitness for this warranty. b. Transportation charges and service calls. Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. Attachments - Check your area: In the U.S.A. Attachments include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Please see the operator's manual for a period of three (3) years or one hundred eighty (180...
... as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. 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 the ...merchantability or fitness for this warranty. b. Transportation charges and service calls. Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. Attachments - Check your area: In the U.S.A. Attachments include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Please see the operator's manual for a period of three (3) years or one hundred eighty (180...