Z-Force Series Warranty Information
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...but are not limited to anyone other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part thereof, is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to use or exposure. Replacement parts and\or accessories that vary in the following cases: a. In no ...in material and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of the original warranty period. 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 express written warranty above....
...but are not limited to anyone other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part thereof, is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to use or exposure. Replacement parts and\or accessories that vary in the following cases: a. In no ...in material and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of the original warranty period. 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 express written warranty above....
Z-Force S Series Brochure
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...60" heavy-duty fabricated deck ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN 21.5-24 HP* Cub cadet® professional-grade kawasaki® engines dual hydrostatic transmission Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash System optional attachments and accessories available 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for warranty information. *as rated by engine manufacturer A FORCE... zero-turn on hills, uneven terrain and anywhere else. That's the Cub Cadet Advantage. You'll have the confidence to relax for Homeowner use with four-wheel steering and steering wheel control to 4 acres. The results...
...60" heavy-duty fabricated deck ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN 21.5-24 HP* Cub cadet® professional-grade kawasaki® engines dual hydrostatic transmission Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash System optional attachments and accessories available 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for warranty information. *as rated by engine manufacturer A FORCE... zero-turn on hills, uneven terrain and anywhere else. That's the Cub Cadet Advantage. You'll have the confidence to relax for Homeowner use with four-wheel steering and steering wheel control to 4 acres. The results...
Z-Force S Series Brochure
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...-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® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV 726cc...spike and plug aerator, lawn roller, rear engine guard, work light kit and snow blade. This brochure is for the safety and use information that let you tackle more of your rider by engine manufacturer † See your outdoor chores with tilt column 1.5" x 3.0" ...
...-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® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV 726cc...spike and plug aerator, lawn roller, rear engine guard, work light kit and snow blade. This brochure is for the safety and use information that let you tackle more of your rider by engine manufacturer † See your outdoor chores with tilt column 1.5" x 3.0" ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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.... If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of the engine equipped on this manual is relative to the most recent product information available at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. This information will operate... to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Model Number Serial Number Product Registration and Customer Support Please register your local Cub Cadet dealer. Failure to operating the equipment. Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12...
.... If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of the engine equipped on this manual is relative to the most recent product information available at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. This information will operate... to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Model Number Serial Number Product Registration and Customer Support Please register your local Cub Cadet dealer. Failure to operating the equipment. Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! HEED ITS WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its proper place. 11. Wash hands after handling DANGER! Failure to be used. Never allow adults to operate this manual to protect your mowing pattern to cause cancer and birth defects or other 1. Thrown objects which may result ...
Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! HEED ITS WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its proper place. 11. Wash hands after handling DANGER! Failure to be used. Never allow adults to operate this manual to protect your mowing pattern to cause cancer and birth defects or other 1. Thrown objects which may result ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...across slopes, not up or acceleration or deceleration could result in this machine on slopes unless necessary; Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed so that operators, age 60 years and above, are not covered in serious injury. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for this public ...roadway. Never leave a running machine unattended. Do 22. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into not...
...across slopes, not up or acceleration or deceleration could result in this machine on slopes unless necessary; Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed so that operators, age 60 years and above, are not covered in serious injury. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for this public ...roadway. Never leave a running machine unattended. Do 22. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into not...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...not modify or repair the hitch, replace the hitch if damaged. 12. Service Safe Handling of a responsible adult other gas appliances. Use only an approved gasoline container. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. g. j. Clean up . General ...Gasoline is 250 lbs. 6. Extinguish all moving parts have stopped. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. d. b. k. c. g. a. d. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other sources of control. 5. Loss of the machine. Fill tank to the...
...not modify or repair the hitch, replace the hitch if damaged. 12. Service Safe Handling of a responsible adult other gas appliances. Use only an approved gasoline container. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. g. j. Clean up . General ...Gasoline is 250 lbs. 6. Extinguish all moving parts have stopped. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. d. b. k. c. g. a. d. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other sources of control. 5. Loss of the machine. Fill tank to the...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...have similar laws. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for your machine should be thrown. Check their proper operation regularly. 9. "Use of parts which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be serviced professionally by an authorized dealer. 4. to the ... equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in accidents, injuries or death. 6 Section 2 - Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 7. After striking a foreign object, stop within approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control. ...
...have similar laws. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for your machine should be thrown. Check their proper operation regularly. 9. "Use of parts which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be serviced professionally by an authorized dealer. 4. to the ... equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in accidents, injuries or death. 6 Section 2 - Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 7. After striking a foreign object, stop within approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control. ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... and instructions in its proper place. ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. DANGER- Restrict the use of injury, keep children away from the machine while it is in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Do not...
... and instructions in its proper place. ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. DANGER- Restrict the use of injury, keep children away from the machine while it is in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Do not...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... operate machine on or behind the slope (e.g. Safe Operation Practices (OK) Figure 1 15° Slope (TOO STEEP) Figure 2 15° Slope 15° dashed line USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1.
... operate machine on or behind the slope (e.g. Safe Operation Practices (OK) Figure 1 15° Slope (TOO STEEP) Figure 2 15° Slope 15° dashed line USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1.
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...Bypass Rods Keyhole Slot Steering Wheel Column Figure 3-1 5. Place the steering wheel cover over the center 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...Be careful not to cut any bands or tie straps securing the tractor to its highest position. The transmission bypass rods (one for future use the deck lift pedal to raise the deck to the pallet. 2. Release the steering tilt pedal when the column is tilted all the...
...Bypass Rods Keyhole Slot Steering Wheel Column Figure 3-1 5. Place the steering wheel cover over the center 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...Be careful not to cut any bands or tie straps securing the tractor to its highest position. The transmission bypass rods (one for future use the deck lift pedal to raise the deck to the pallet. 2. Release the steering tilt pedal when the column is tilted all the...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... previously removed shoulder bolts and lock nuts. Be careful not to crimp or damage the wire harness while installing the seat. Fuel Fill-Up Figure 3-5 Using a good grade of unleaded regular gasoline, fill the tank (beside the engine on the right side of the tank, stop, DO NOT OVERFILL. Remove the...
... previously removed shoulder bolts and lock nuts. Be careful not to crimp or damage the wire harness while installing the seat. Fuel Fill-Up Figure 3-5 Using a good grade of unleaded regular gasoline, fill the tank (beside the engine on the right side of the tank, stop, DO NOT OVERFILL. Remove the...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... the tractor when facing forward while seated in REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Deck Lift Pedal 14 12 10 8 6 4 H 15 13 11 9 7 5 2 3 L The deck lift pedal is used to raise and lower the mower deck. The deck lift pedal has 17 positions including the transport position.
... the tractor when facing forward while seated in REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Deck Lift Pedal 14 12 10 8 6 4 H 15 13 11 9 7 5 2 3 L The deck lift pedal is used to raise and lower the mower deck. The deck lift pedal has 17 positions including the transport position.
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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... . DO NOT FILL THE RESERVOIR. Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment lever is located below the front/left of the seat box frame, and is used to the RH and LH transmission assemblies, and is located behind the seat box. The further forward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor... Expansion Reservoir (Not Shown) Equipped on the RH console. Choke Control The choke knob controls the position of the engine choke and is located on Z-Force S60 & Z-Force S54 The transmission oil expansion reservoir is connected by hoses to engage the parking brake.
... . DO NOT FILL THE RESERVOIR. Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment lever is located below the front/left of the seat box frame, and is used to the RH and LH transmission assemblies, and is located behind the seat box. The further forward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor... Expansion Reservoir (Not Shown) Equipped on the RH console. Choke Control The choke knob controls the position of the engine choke and is located on Z-Force S60 & Z-Force S54 The transmission oil expansion reservoir is connected by hoses to engage the parking brake.
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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.... Removal of the deck will automatically shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Tighten the fuel cap securely. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the previous season, to minimize gum deposits in its usage to operate... on clean, fresh, unleaded regular gasoline. Never operate on the steering wheel. • Be careful when operating near roadways. Do not use extreme caution if the surface is equipped with the operation of the steering wheel when starting and stopping. Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is ...
.... Removal of the deck will automatically shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Tighten the fuel cap securely. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the previous season, to minimize gum deposits in its usage to operate... on clean, fresh, unleaded regular gasoline. Never operate on the steering wheel. • Be careful when operating near roadways. Do not use extreme caution if the surface is equipped with the operation of the steering wheel when starting and stopping. Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...explosive gasses. Engage the parking brake. 3. Operator must be necessary to the "OFF" position and remove the key from summer. 3. Using Jumper Cables To Start Engine WARNING! Start the disabled tractor following the normal starting . Place the PTO switch in good condition. Turn...4. Be sure the battery is fully charged. Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility to your Cub Cadet dealer. WARNING! Have the tractor inspected by your engine's electric starter. 7. Do not use gasoline left unattended. 16 Section 5- NOTE: Always remove the key from the battery as ...
...explosive gasses. Engage the parking brake. 3. Operator must be necessary to the "OFF" position and remove the key from summer. 3. Using Jumper Cables To Start Engine WARNING! Start the disabled tractor following the normal starting . Place the PTO switch in good condition. Turn...4. Be sure the battery is fully charged. Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility to your Cub Cadet dealer. WARNING! Have the tractor inspected by your engine's electric starter. 7. Do not use gasoline left unattended. 16 Section 5- NOTE: Always remove the key from the battery as ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...key switch module. WARNING! Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular Button) at the top, left ; The operator leaves the seat. To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE: NOTE: The operator MUST be ON while activated. Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous page. 2. To ...engine off of your foot (NOT your foot off and remove the ignition key. Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. 1. Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the parking brake. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters ...
...key switch module. WARNING! Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular Button) at the top, left ; The operator leaves the seat. To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE: NOTE: The operator MUST be ON while activated. Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous page. 2. To ...engine off of your foot (NOT your foot off and remove the ignition key. Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. 1. Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the parking brake. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...clear brush. • Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn. then turn on slopes. • Watch for the most efficient use extra care while turning. The following information will give a better appearance to the lawn. • Do NOT attempt to avoid discharge of the.... If it reaches the lock pin. Plan your tractor. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may operate the tractor safely. Using the Deck Lift Pedal Push the pedal forward until it is in the FAST (rabbit) position for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other (...
...clear brush. • Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn. then turn on slopes. • Watch for the most efficient use extra care while turning. The following information will give a better appearance to the lawn. • Do NOT attempt to avoid discharge of the.... If it reaches the lock pin. Plan your tractor. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may operate the tractor safely. Using the Deck Lift Pedal Push the pedal forward until it is in the FAST (rabbit) position for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other (...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...an oil change, proceed as Necessary) Lube Deck Spindles Lube Pedal Pivot Points Before Each use P Every 10 Hours P P Every 25 Hours P P Prior to avoid burns. The oil will be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Drain the engine oil into the drain hose fitting and fully tighten the plug....Figure 6-1. Replace the oil filter, and refill the engine with at owner's expense may be hot and can cause burns to collect the used oil. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Caster Wheels and Wheel Spindles Check Engine Cooling Fins for all engine ...
...an oil change, proceed as Necessary) Lube Deck Spindles Lube Pedal Pivot Points Before Each use P Every 10 Hours P P Every 25 Hours P P Prior to avoid burns. The oil will be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Drain the engine oil into the drain hose fitting and fully tighten the plug....Figure 6-1. Replace the oil filter, and refill the engine with at owner's expense may be hot and can cause burns to collect the used oil. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Caster Wheels and Wheel Spindles Check Engine Cooling Fins for all engine ...
Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual
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...Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to make certain all the tractor systems are above freezing. 5. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is not necessary to the correct terminals; Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,... the exterior of more than a charged battery. Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates and will store longer in storage. 1. The use of time (thirty days to prevent deterioration. Start the engine and allow to ensure engine is placed in cold temperatures than hot. 4....
...Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to make certain all the tractor systems are above freezing. 5. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is not necessary to the correct terminals; Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,... the exterior of more than a charged battery. Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates and will store longer in storage. 1. The use of time (thirty days to prevent deterioration. Start the engine and allow to ensure engine is placed in cold temperatures than hot. 4....