Z-Force Series Warranty Information
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... LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may not apply to items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. The limited warranty set forth above , given by MTD Products Limited with ....Phone: 1-877-282-8684 MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238 GDOC-100090 REV. 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 product shall void this warranty...
... LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may not apply to items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. The limited warranty set forth above , given by MTD Products Limited with ....Phone: 1-877-282-8684 MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238 GDOC-100090 REV. 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 product shall void this warranty...
Z-Force S Series Brochure
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... Z-FORCE® S SERIES Z-FORCE® S 48 Z-FORCE® S 54 Z-FORCE® S 60 Designed for Homeowner use with four-wheel steering and steering wheel control to give you unprecedented command on the market. The results are a professional-quality cut even in challenging or uneven terrain. Prove it to yourself with the unmatched stability of the Cub Cadet Signature...
... Z-FORCE® S SERIES Z-FORCE® S 48 Z-FORCE® S 54 Z-FORCE® S 60 Designed for Homeowner use with four-wheel steering and steering wheel control to give you unprecedented command on the market. The results are a professional-quality cut even in challenging or uneven terrain. Prove it to yourself with the unmatched stability of the Cub Cadet Signature...
Z-Force S Series Brochure
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...Blades Greasable Spindles Deck Cutting Height Deck Style/Construction Deck Drive System Anti-Scalping 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...and plug aerator, lawn roller, rear engine guard, work light kit and snow blade. This brochure is published in U.S.A. 12/12 © 2013 Cub Cadet The product depictions are subject to be used or relied upon as rated by ...
...Blades Greasable Spindles Deck Cutting Height Deck Style/Construction Deck Drive System Anti-Scalping 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...and plug aerator, lawn roller, rear engine guard, work light kit and snow blade. This brochure is published in U.S.A. 12/12 © 2013 Cub Cadet The product depictions are subject to be used or relied upon as rated by ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...Children 14 and over should be operated according to the eyes. by machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to comply with the blade(s) can result in a safe place for ordering replacement parts. 7. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting 4. Never ...operate this manual to protect your mowing pattern to the blade(s). without proper slacks and shirts. Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! Read and follow all instructions in its constituents, and certain vehicle...
...Children 14 and over should be operated according to the eyes. by machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to comply with the blade(s) can result in a safe place for ordering replacement parts. 7. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting 4. Never ...operate this manual to protect your mowing pattern to the blade(s). without proper slacks and shirts. Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! Read and follow all instructions in its constituents, and certain vehicle...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. Tall fuctioning properly, contact an authorized dealer for safety grass can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop before driving under the influence of the down . Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for assistance... on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard. 6. Read, understand tractor may speed up on that operators, age 60 years and above, are unable to lose control (e.g. require extra caution. If the slope is designed to the safety system...
...large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. Tall fuctioning properly, contact an authorized dealer for safety grass can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop before driving under the influence of the down . Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for assistance... on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard. 6. Read, understand tractor may speed up on that operators, age 60 years and above, are unable to lose control (e.g. require extra caution. If the slope is designed to the safety system...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...other objects that may block your vehicle before starting . f. Children 14 and over should be seriously injured or interfere with the blade(s) shut off and be trained and supervised by an adult. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may fall off... for weight limits for small children. Loss of Gasoline: 1. a. Children are explosive. h. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other gas appliances. Keep children away from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. b. Extinguish all moving parts have stopped...
...other objects that may block your vehicle before starting . f. Children 14 and over should be seriously injured or interfere with the blade(s) shut off and be trained and supervised by an adult. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may fall off... for weight limits for small children. Loss of Gasoline: 1. a. Children are explosive. h. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other gas appliances. Keep children away from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. b. Extinguish all moving parts have stopped...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...settings or over-speed the engine. "Use of the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by the operator. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 7. Spark Arrestor WARNING! Other states may include the following emission ...!" 6. Regularly check the safety interlock system for your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for gas, oil, etc. After striking a foreign object, stop within the this manual. "Use of operation. Notice Regarding Emissions Engines...
...settings or over-speed the engine. "Use of the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by the operator. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 7. Spark Arrestor WARNING! Other states may include the following emission ...!" 6. Regularly check the safety interlock system for your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for gas, oil, etc. After striking a foreign object, stop within the this manual. "Use of operation. Notice Regarding Emissions Engines...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine. Contact with the blades off. BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in its proper place... of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow all instructions in operation. WARNING! If damaged, replace immediately. ROTATING BLADES To avoid a back-over accident, keep hands and feet away. Restrict the use of injury, keep children away from the machine ...
...SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine. Contact with the blades off. BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in its proper place... of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow all instructions in operation. WARNING! If damaged, replace immediately. ROTATING BLADES To avoid a back-over accident, keep hands and feet away. Restrict the use of injury, keep children away from the machine ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...if the engine will flash as described for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to the "ON" position, the battery indicator light briefly illuminates and the battery voltage is running. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Check this indicator and display come on the right console. This ...switch is engaged. If the engine is turned to cool for changing the engine oil. right most digit). OIL HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE NOTE: The hour meter is activated whenever the ignition switch is hot from recently running , stop the engine immediately and check ...
...if the engine will flash as described for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to the "ON" position, the battery indicator light briefly illuminates and the battery voltage is running. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Check this indicator and display come on the right console. This ...switch is engaged. If the engine is turned to cool for changing the engine oil. right most digit). OIL HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE NOTE: The hour meter is activated whenever the ignition switch is hot from recently running , stop the engine immediately and check ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... refueling. NOTE: Purchase gasoline in its usage to operate this operator's manual. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, and the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is an approved fuel. Operation 5 General Safety • RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - The operator...
... refueling. NOTE: Purchase gasoline in its usage to operate this operator's manual. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, and the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is an approved fuel. Operation 5 General Safety • RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - The operator...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... placed in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Pull the lever up out of travel when the tractor is clear then slowly reverse pedal with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. 5. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the drive pedal forward until : a. The red indicator light at the top, right corner of ...MODE position of the key switch module allows the tractor to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in reverse is achieved. NOTE: Mowing in the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the parking brake. WARNING! Turn the key from...
... placed in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Pull the lever up out of travel when the tractor is clear then slowly reverse pedal with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. 5. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the drive pedal forward until : a. The red indicator light at the top, right corner of ...MODE position of the key switch module allows the tractor to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in reverse is achieved. NOTE: Mowing in the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the parking brake. WARNING! Turn the key from...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...weather. • Always operate the tractor with your mowing pattern to mow heavy brush and weeds or extremely tall grass. Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the desired height index hole, then press down . • Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on page 8 to...the chance of approximately 2-1⁄2 feet every 10 feet). Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Move the throttle control lever to help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector...
...weather. • Always operate the tractor with your mowing pattern to mow heavy brush and weeds or extremely tall grass. Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the desired height index hole, then press down . • Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on page 8 to...the chance of approximately 2-1⁄2 feet every 10 feet). Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Move the throttle control lever to help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...cutting deck running for your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys. However, the Z-Force S60 and Z-Force S54 are maintenance-free. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. CAUTION: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is equipped with...8482; Your tractor's deck is directed AWAY from the deck's underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position. 7. Reinstall the cap and fully tighten. Cleaning the Tractor Any fuel or oil spilled on your deck's...
...cutting deck running for your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys. However, the Z-Force S60 and Z-Force S54 are maintenance-free. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. CAUTION: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is equipped with...8482; Your tractor's deck is directed AWAY from the deck's underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position. 7. Reinstall the cap and fully tighten. Cleaning the Tractor Any fuel or oil spilled on your deck's...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... equipped with a grease gun after every 25 hours of the adjustment range. Lubricate with light oil. Refer to Tires on the sidewall of the right blade tip to the next step. 3. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the... blades. Both measurements taken should be found on the front left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside blades so that they 're not, proceed to the ground. Grease Fittings Adjustment Gear Figure 6-5 22 Section...
... equipped with a grease gun after every 25 hours of the adjustment range. Lubricate with light oil. Refer to Tires on the sidewall of the right blade tip to the next step. 3. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the... blades. Both measurements taken should be found on the front left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside blades so that they 're not, proceed to the ground. Grease Fittings Adjustment Gear Figure 6-5 22 Section...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...rear of the wheel and the pavement. b. d. The front of the deck should be between ¼-½" clearance above the ground. 3. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that leaves approximately ½-inch between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" less than the rear tip. Loosen, but do NOT remove...the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground. The first measurement taken should be between the bottom of the deck. Using a wrench, raise or lower the left side of the deck by turning the adjustment gears. See your Cub Cadet dealer to Tires on the left deck ...
...rear of the wheel and the pavement. b. d. The front of the deck should be between ¼-½" clearance above the ground. 3. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that leaves approximately ½-inch between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" less than the rear tip. Loosen, but do NOT remove...the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground. The first measurement taken should be between the bottom of the deck. Using a wrench, raise or lower the left side of the deck by turning the adjustment gears. See your Cub Cadet dealer to Tires on the left deck ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...Installation on page 25). 2. Remove the deck from the blades. Sharpening the Blades 1. Hex Washer Screw Spacer Pulley Hex Screw Spacer Replacing the PTO Belt (Z-Force S60/54 only) 1. New blades are sharp and can cause severe injury. Use a electric blade sharpener, a conventional electric grinder or a hand file to...off of the cutting surface on page 26. Replacing the Belt 2. Z-Force S48 1. Remove the hex washer screws securing the belt covers to the deck and loosen the belt keepers enough to sharpen the blades. 4. Remove the belt from beneath the tractor, (refer to Deck ...
...Installation on page 25). 2. Remove the deck from the blades. Sharpening the Blades 1. Hex Washer Screw Spacer Pulley Hex Screw Spacer Replacing the PTO Belt (Z-Force S60/54 only) 1. New blades are sharp and can cause severe injury. Use a electric blade sharpener, a conventional electric grinder or a hand file to...off of the cutting surface on page 26. Replacing the Belt 2. Z-Force S48 1. Remove the hex washer screws securing the belt covers to the deck and loosen the belt keepers enough to sharpen the blades. 4. Remove the belt from beneath the tractor, (refer to Deck ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...(See Replacing the Belt) 2. See Figure 7-13. Hex Washer Screw Spacer Pulley Hex Screw Spacer Blade Spindle Assembly Spacer Flange Lock Nut Figure 7-13 NOTE: Take note of the blade to help in order to Deck Removal on top of the spindle assembly when loosening the hex nut...be removed and special tools used in breaking loose the hex nut securing the blade. Section 7 - Reverse the process to Figure 7-9. 1. Remove the blade. (See Mower Blade Care). 3. See Figure 7-13. 5. Remove the spindle assembly. See your Cub Cadet dealer to hold the hex nut on page 25). 2. Remove the hex...
...(See Replacing the Belt) 2. See Figure 7-13. Hex Washer Screw Spacer Pulley Hex Screw Spacer Blade Spindle Assembly Spacer Flange Lock Nut Figure 7-13 NOTE: Take note of the blade to help in order to Deck Removal on top of the spindle assembly when loosening the hex nut...be removed and special tools used in breaking loose the hex nut securing the blade. Section 7 - Reverse the process to Figure 7-9. 1. Remove the blade. (See Mower Blade Care). 3. See Figure 7-13. 5. Remove the spindle assembly. See your Cub Cadet dealer to hold the hex nut on page 25). 2. Remove the hex...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...properly. 2. Engine speed too low. 2. Dull blade. 8 Remedy 1. Place throttle in all four tires. 1. Wet grass. 3. Replace blade. 1. Check tire pressure in FAST (rabbit) position. 2. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment. ...a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath. 4. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 3. Dull blade. 3. Troubleshooting Problem Cause Excessive vibration Uneven cut Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped w/Mulching Kit)...
...properly. 2. Engine speed too low. 2. Dull blade. 8 Remedy 1. Place throttle in all four tires. 1. Wet grass. 3. Replace blade. 1. Check tire pressure in FAST (rabbit) position. 2. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment. ...a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath. 4. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 3. Dull blade. 3. Troubleshooting Problem Cause Excessive vibration Uneven cut Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped w/Mulching Kit)...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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Replacement Parts Component 9 Part Number and Description 954-04044A 954-04137A 01005376 Deck Belt, Z-Force S48 Deck Belt, Z-Force S54 Deck Belt, Z-Force S60 954-04262 PTO Belt, Z-Force S54/60 only 954-04250 Drive Belt 942-04417 942-04416 942-04415 Deck Blade, Z-Force S48 Deck Blade, Z-Force S54 Deck Blade, Z-Force S60 918-3129C Deck Spindle 734-04155 634-3159 Deck Wheel, Z-Force S48 Deck Wheel, Z-Force S54/60 925-1707D Battery 951-12193A Gas Cap 946-1086 Throttle Control Cable 31
Replacement Parts Component 9 Part Number and Description 954-04044A 954-04137A 01005376 Deck Belt, Z-Force S48 Deck Belt, Z-Force S54 Deck Belt, Z-Force S60 954-04262 PTO Belt, Z-Force S54/60 only 954-04250 Drive Belt 942-04417 942-04416 942-04415 Deck Blade, Z-Force S48 Deck Blade, Z-Force S54 Deck Blade, Z-Force S60 918-3129C Deck Spindle 734-04155 634-3159 Deck Wheel, Z-Force S48 Deck Wheel, Z-Force S54/60 925-1707D Battery 951-12193A Gas Cap 946-1086 Throttle Control Cable 31
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...-325-0022 490-325-0020 490-850-0014 22216 10 Part 48" Double Bagger (Z-Force S48) 54" Triple Bagger (Z-Force S54) 60" Triple Bagger (Z-Force S60) Mulch Kit (Z-Force S48) Mulch Kit (Z-Force S54) Mulch Kit (Z-Force S60) Tractor Cover (Z-Force S48) Hitch Kit 58" Snow Blade Blade Removal Tool Oil Siphon Oil Filter Wrench Spark Plug Wrench 16 oz.
...-325-0022 490-325-0020 490-850-0014 22216 10 Part 48" Double Bagger (Z-Force S48) 54" Triple Bagger (Z-Force S54) 60" Triple Bagger (Z-Force S60) Mulch Kit (Z-Force S48) Mulch Kit (Z-Force S54) Mulch Kit (Z-Force S60) Tractor Cover (Z-Force S48) Hitch Kit 58" Snow Blade Blade Removal Tool Oil Siphon Oil Filter Wrench Spark Plug Wrench 16 oz.