RZT Brochure
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... striping DECK rollers on select models), will deliver a professional-quality finish that will have to sacrifice comfort in perfect union. That's the Cub Cadet Advantage. precise performance meets complete comfort. MOST LEGROOM OF ANY RESIDENTIAL zero-turn riders RZT™ SERIES RZT™ 42 RZT™ 46 RZT™ 50-kH RZT™ 50-kW RZT™ 54-kH RZT™...
... striping DECK rollers on select models), will deliver a professional-quality finish that will have to sacrifice comfort in perfect union. That's the Cub Cadet Advantage. precise performance meets complete comfort. MOST LEGROOM OF ANY RESIDENTIAL zero-turn riders RZT™ SERIES RZT™ 42 RZT™ 46 RZT™ 50-kH RZT™ 50-kW RZT™ 54-kH RZT™...
RZT Brochure
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... Wheelbase Length /Width (w/chute)/Height Approximate weight MOWER DECK Cutting width/blades Deck cutting height Deck Style/construction Deck drive system Anti Scalping/ Rear Striping Roller Deck wash WARRANTY † RZT™ 42 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical RZT™ 46 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage®...
... Wheelbase Length /Width (w/chute)/Height Approximate weight MOWER DECK Cutting width/blades Deck cutting height Deck Style/construction Deck drive system Anti Scalping/ Rear Striping Roller Deck wash WARRANTY † RZT™ 42 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical RZT™ 46 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage®...
RZT Warranty Information
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...you specific legal rights, and you and your warranty as to items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Normal Wear Parts are not limited to any implied warranty of the products covered hereby. After three ... maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of the attachment's original purchase or lease. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL ZERO-TURN ("RZT") MOWERS IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of this limited warranty does not provide ...
...you specific legal rights, and you and your warranty as to items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Normal Wear Parts are not limited to any implied warranty of the products covered hereby. After three ... maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of the attachment's original purchase or lease. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL ZERO-TURN ("RZT") MOWERS IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of this limited warranty does not provide ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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..., could endanger the personal safety and/or property of its proper place. 11. Thrown objects which may result in 5. Never allow children under the cutting deck. keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at anyone enters the area. without proper slacks and shirts. Failure to comply with the blade(s) can be operated...
..., could endanger the personal safety and/or property of its proper place. 11. Thrown objects which may result in 5. Never allow children under the cutting deck. keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at anyone enters the area. without proper slacks and shirts. Failure to comply with the blade(s) can be operated...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... roller, etc.) on the slopes slow and gradual. If the tires are a major factor related to a complete stop before operating this machine on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. Do manually on wet grass. Do Not: where the operator may be driven up , braking and steering ability are not covered...
... roller, etc.) on the slopes slow and gradual. If the tires are a major factor related to a complete stop before operating this machine on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. Do manually on wet grass. Do Not: where the operator may be driven up , braking and steering ability are not covered...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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..., and follow the warnings and instructions in its proper place. ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of this machine on the machine before attempting to persons who read, understand and follow all instructions on a slope...
..., and follow the warnings and instructions in its proper place. ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of this machine on the machine before attempting to persons who read, understand and follow all instructions on a slope...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary by reversing steps a & b after moving the tractor. Figure 3-1 2. Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter from yours. 2. Tractor Preparation Manually Moving the Tractor 1. Engage the bypass rods by pulling each rear wheel. Remove any...the tractor, just inside each one on each side of Crate • One RZT L Tractor • One Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Hardware Pack NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers ...
...to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary by reversing steps a & b after moving the tractor. Figure 3-1 2. Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter from yours. 2. Tractor Preparation Manually Moving the Tractor 1. Engage the bypass rods by pulling each rear wheel. Remove any...the tractor, just inside each one on each side of Crate • One RZT L Tractor • One Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Hardware Pack NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...the tractor. Adjusting the Seat To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat adjustment lever. See Figure 3-8. 54" Deck Shown Flange Lock Nuts Push Nuts Carriage Bolts Figure 3-8 Figure 3-6 3. Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the mower. 1. ...Assembly & Set-Up 11 Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector installed and in installing the chute. See Figure 3-6. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the chute bracket. 2. Remove...
...the tractor. Adjusting the Seat To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat adjustment lever. See Figure 3-8. 54" Deck Shown Flange Lock Nuts Push Nuts Carriage Bolts Figure 3-8 Figure 3-6 3. Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the mower. 1. ...Assembly & Set-Up 11 Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector installed and in installing the chute. See Figure 3-6. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the chute bracket. 2. Remove...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...tractor. Controls & Features Seat Adjustment Lever Fuel Level Window Fuel Tank Cap LH Drive RH Drive Control Lever Control Lever 4 Deck Lift Handle Deck Height Index Throttle Control or Throttle/Choke Control Hour Meter/ Indicator Panel Choke Control PTO Switch Ignition Switch Cup Holder Storage ...RH and LH control levers are fully outward, the parking brake is located on the tractor when facing forward while seated in the deck height position 1 NOTE: References to master. Driving and steering utilizing these levers control all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary...
...tractor. Controls & Features Seat Adjustment Lever Fuel Level Window Fuel Tank Cap LH Drive RH Drive Control Lever Control Lever 4 Deck Lift Handle Deck Height Index Throttle Control or Throttle/Choke Control Hour Meter/ Indicator Panel Choke Control PTO Switch Ignition Switch Cup Holder Storage ...RH and LH control levers are fully outward, the parking brake is located on the tractor when facing forward while seated in the deck height position 1 NOTE: References to master. Driving and steering utilizing these levers control all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... could splash onto the engine and cause a fire. When set in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is engaged. • Pull the throttle/choke control handle rearward to the transmissions. Storage Tray The storage tray is located below the front/left side...
... could splash onto the engine and cause a fire. When set in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is engaged. • Pull the throttle/choke control handle rearward to the transmissions. Storage Tray The storage tray is located below the front/left side...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...this maintenance interval. If necessary, move the parking brake to the accumulated hours. The maintenance interval lasts for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to indicate the battery voltage has dropped below 11.5 (+0.5/-1.0) volts. SL OW Choke Control (If so equipped) The choke control is...are in a position other than the fully out in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is turned to decrease the engine speed. The display then changes to the ENGAGED position. If necessary, move the PTO switch to the ...
...this maintenance interval. If necessary, move the parking brake to the accumulated hours. The maintenance interval lasts for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to indicate the battery voltage has dropped below 11.5 (+0.5/-1.0) volts. SL OW Choke Control (If so equipped) The choke control is...are in a position other than the fully out in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is turned to decrease the engine speed. The display then changes to the ENGAGED position. If necessary, move the PTO switch to the ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... and the RH and LH drive control levers moved fully outward in the neutral position and the PTO is equipped with the mower deck removed. Never operate on the control levers. • Be careful when operating near roadways. use gasoline left over combustible materials such...it leaves less combustion chamber deposits and reduces harmful exhaust emissions. Before Operating Your Tractor • Before you operate and maintain your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the RH and LH drive control levers are ...
... and the RH and LH drive control levers moved fully outward in the neutral position and the PTO is equipped with the mower deck removed. Never operate on the control levers. • Be careful when operating near roadways. use gasoline left over combustible materials such...it leaves less combustion chamber deposits and reduces harmful exhaust emissions. Before Operating Your Tractor • Before you operate and maintain your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the RH and LH drive control levers are ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... mowing. Engage the PTO clutch using primarily the control lever on the opposite side of the area to the highest position before engaging the mower deck. 1. Direct the tractor on a grass surface, always: • Place the control levers in the Safe Operation Section to the desired height...engaged position. Always drive across slopes, not up and down . Control the speed and direction of the tractor will result. Lower the mower deck to help determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Align the mower with the control levers. 6. Driving On Slopes Refer to the ...
... mowing. Engage the PTO clutch using primarily the control lever on the opposite side of the area to the highest position before engaging the mower deck. 1. Direct the tractor on a grass surface, always: • Place the control levers in the Safe Operation Section to the desired height...engaged position. Always drive across slopes, not up and down . Control the speed and direction of the tractor will result. Lower the mower deck to help determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Align the mower with the control levers. 6. Driving On Slopes Refer to the ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should not crank. 2. the engine should stop. With both control lever slowly into the slow reverse position; Lift upward from the operator's seat. DO NOT ...
To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should not crank. 2. the engine should stop. With both control lever slowly into the slow reverse position; Lift upward from the operator's seat. DO NOT ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...an area within reach of the hose where the dispersal of the deck. 22 Move the tractor to remove any position other pivot points with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of the mower deck. engage the deck from yours. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and stop... the engine. Repeat the previous steps to all features in this manual are applicable to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never...
...an area within reach of the hose where the dispersal of the deck. 22 Move the tractor to remove any position other pivot points with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of the mower deck. engage the deck from yours. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and stop... the engine. Repeat the previous steps to all features in this manual are applicable to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... should be between 1⁄4-3⁄8" lower than the rear of the blade tip to rear. See Figure 6-4. 4. See Figure 6-4. The deck is properly leveled when both outside of the control lever. 2. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that they 're not, proceed... desired position. Determine the approximate distance necessary for information regarding tire pressure. Retighten the hex bolt on the front left rear deck hanger links when proper adjustment is parallel with each other control lever into the same position. Shut the engine off, remove the...
... should be between 1⁄4-3⁄8" lower than the rear of the blade tip to rear. See Figure 6-4. 4. See Figure 6-4. The deck is properly leveled when both outside of the control lever. 2. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that they 're not, proceed... desired position. Determine the approximate distance necessary for information regarding tire pressure. Retighten the hex bolt on the front left rear deck hanger links when proper adjustment is parallel with each other control lever into the same position. Shut the engine off, remove the...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...changed. Remove the gauge wheel and shoulder screw. Remove the cotter pin from the right end of the front gauge wheel shoulder screws to the deck. See Figure 6-7. The position on the ground. Slide the J-hook to the right. 4. Slide the J-hook through the roller bracket hole... in the front gauge wheel bracket that will roll the grass. Insert the shoulder screw into the respective index hole of the cutting deck. Figure 6-6 3. Using the lift handle, set in place. High Position Low Position Right Rear Roller Bracket High Position Shoulder Screw Front...
...changed. Remove the gauge wheel and shoulder screw. Remove the cotter pin from the right end of the front gauge wheel shoulder screws to the deck. See Figure 6-7. The position on the ground. Slide the J-hook to the right. 4. Slide the J-hook through the roller bracket hole... in the front gauge wheel bracket that will roll the grass. Insert the shoulder screw into the respective index hole of the cutting deck. Figure 6-6 3. Using the lift handle, set in place. High Position Low Position Right Rear Roller Bracket High Position Shoulder Screw Front...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...you have a recurring problem with tools being used to the battery before removing the belt from damage caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Deck Removal Remove the mower deck from the negative battery post. 3. WARNING! Use extreme caution when near the muffler. See Figure 7-1. Relays and ...beneath the seat frame. Move the deck gauge wheels or rollers to protect the tractor's electrical system from the PTO pulley. 28 To remove the battery: 1. Hex Washer Screw Battery Hold-Down Bracket Figure 7-1 2. Install the battery by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Remove the 'V' ...
...you have a recurring problem with tools being used to the battery before removing the belt from damage caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Deck Removal Remove the mower deck from the negative battery post. 3. WARNING! Use extreme caution when near the muffler. See Figure 7-1. Relays and ...beneath the seat frame. Move the deck gauge wheels or rollers to protect the tractor's electrical system from the PTO pulley. 28 To remove the battery: 1. Hex Washer Screw Battery Hold-Down Bracket Figure 7-1 2. Install the battery by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Remove the 'V' ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...Position Figure 7-3 2. See Figure 7-4. 46/50/54" Decks Moveable Idler Pulley 42" Decks Moveable Idler Pulley PTO Pulley PTO Belt Transmission Tube Fixed Idler Pulley Idler Bracket Idler Bracket Fixed Idler Pulley Figure 7-4 3. Figure 7-5 5. Service 29 Using the deck lift handle, raise the deck to the position that provides the ... and downward while manually turning the PTO pulley to avoid pinching your fingers when rolling the belt off the pulley. See Figure 7-3. Deck Lift Handle NOTE: If pulling the right side of the belt, turn the pulley left side of the engine. 2. Refer to...
...Position Figure 7-3 2. See Figure 7-4. 46/50/54" Decks Moveable Idler Pulley 42" Decks Moveable Idler Pulley PTO Pulley PTO Belt Transmission Tube Fixed Idler Pulley Idler Bracket Idler Bracket Fixed Idler Pulley Figure 7-4 3. Figure 7-5 5. Service 29 Using the deck lift handle, raise the deck to the position that provides the ... and downward while manually turning the PTO pulley to avoid pinching your fingers when rolling the belt off the pulley. See Figure 7-3. Deck Lift Handle NOTE: If pulling the right side of the belt, turn the pulley left side of the engine. 2. Refer to...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... to align the holes in place with the pins. WARNING! Service Pull the cotter pin out of the deck. Pull the deck release pins outward and maneuver the deck as follows: 1. Deck Lift Arm 10. Continue holding the belt and pulley together, rotate the pulley to the lowest mowing position. Locate the LH and... RH deck release pins on the bottom of the front hanger bracket. Pull the right side of the belt rearward and place the narrow V side of the ...
... to align the holes in place with the pins. WARNING! Service Pull the cotter pin out of the deck. Pull the deck release pins outward and maneuver the deck as follows: 1. Deck Lift Arm 10. Continue holding the belt and pulley together, rotate the pulley to the lowest mowing position. Locate the LH and... RH deck release pins on the bottom of the front hanger bracket. Pull the right side of the belt rearward and place the narrow V side of the ...