RZT Brochure
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... SmartJet™ Deck Wash System optional ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES 3-YEAR/120-HOUR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for a better experience. It's high performance and durability in the process. The addition of the neighborhood. Cub Cadet's RZT™ Series...turn riders RZT™ SERIES RZT™ 42 RZT™ 46 RZT™ 50-kH RZT™ 50-kW RZT™ 54-kH RZT™ 54-kW designed for Homeowner use with a test drive. precise performance meets complete comfort. That's the Cub Cadet Advantage. UNSURPASSED RESULTS OF THE CUB CADET SIGNATURE ...
... SmartJet™ Deck Wash System optional ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES 3-YEAR/120-HOUR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for a better experience. It's high performance and durability in the process. The addition of the neighborhood. Cub Cadet's RZT™ Series...turn riders RZT™ SERIES RZT™ 42 RZT™ 46 RZT™ 50-kH RZT™ 50-kW RZT™ 54-kH RZT™ 54-kW designed for Homeowner use with a test drive. precise performance meets complete comfort. That's the Cub Cadet Advantage. UNSURPASSED RESULTS OF THE CUB CADET SIGNATURE ...
RZT Brochure
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... 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® V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical RZT™ 50-kh RZT™ 50-kw 23 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage...
... 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® V-Twin OHV 725cc/vertical RZT™ 50-kh RZT™ 50-kw 23 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage...
RZT Warranty Information
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...the installation or use of the exterior finish due to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is based on required maintenance and service intervals. d. The terms... year, commencing on to any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a period of export distribution. c. 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 the products covered hereby. The...
...the installation or use of the exterior finish due to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is based on required maintenance and service intervals. d. The terms... year, commencing on to any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a period of export distribution. c. 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 the products covered hereby. The...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... if and do not point it is capable of California to operate this machine in serious injury or death. Never allow children under the cutting deck. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can cause serious personal assemble and operate. caught in personal injury. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and...
... if and do not point it is capable of California to operate this machine in serious injury or death. Never allow children under the cutting deck. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can cause serious personal assemble and operate. caught in personal injury. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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.... grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any public roadway. 15. serious personal injury. Do manually on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. not make sudden changes in daylight or good artificial light. then turn over the edge of dry leaves. 4. Do not use...
.... grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any public roadway. 15. serious personal injury. Do manually on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. not make sudden changes in daylight or good artificial light. then turn over the edge of dry leaves. 4. Do not use...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... which can amputate hands and feet. Section 2 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck.
... which can amputate hands and feet. Section 2 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck.
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...of the tractor, just inside each one on the rear 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 several... pan as follows: Lock Nuts Wire Harness NOTE: The seat is shipped with the previously removed shoulder screws and lock nuts. Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter from yours. 2. Shoulder Screws Seat Bracket NOTE: Be careful not to the tractor. Shoulder Screw Seat Pan Lock...
...of the tractor, just inside each one on the rear 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 several... pan as follows: Lock Nuts Wire Harness NOTE: The seat is shipped with the previously removed shoulder screws and lock nuts. Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter from yours. 2. Shoulder Screws Seat Bracket NOTE: Be careful not to the tractor. Shoulder Screw Seat Pan Lock...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... locked into position before operating the mower. 1. Assembly & Set-Up 11 Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector installed and in Figure 3-7 and securely tighten the hardware. 54" Deck Shown Flange Lock Nuts Discharge Chute Deflector Push Nuts Carriage Bolts Figure 3-7 Section 2 - Slide the...Seat To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat adjustment lever. then release the adjustment lever. Lower Deck Discharge Chute Deflector WARNING! The discharge chute deflector must be installed before operating the tractor. Do not remove the push nuts or ...
... locked into position before operating the mower. 1. Assembly & Set-Up 11 Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector installed and in Figure 3-7 and securely tighten the hardware. 54" Deck Shown Flange Lock Nuts Discharge Chute Deflector Push Nuts Carriage Bolts Figure 3-7 Section 2 - Slide the...Seat To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat adjustment lever. then release the adjustment lever. Lower Deck Discharge Chute Deflector WARNING! The discharge chute deflector must be installed before operating the tractor. Do not remove the push nuts or ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... from conventional tractors, and will take some practice to the right until fully in the neutral position to raise and lower the mower deck. 6 operator's seat. When the desired height is used to start the tractor engine. Driving and steering utilizing these levers control all... transmission. 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 Tray...
... from conventional tractors, and will take some practice to the right until fully in the neutral position to raise and lower the mower deck. 6 operator's seat. When the desired height is used to start the tractor engine. Driving and steering utilizing these levers control all... transmission. 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 Tray...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... over the engine. Do not overfill the tank. 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 decrease the engine speed. Do not attempt to remove the cap from the ignition...
... over the engine. Do not overfill the tank. 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 decrease the engine speed. Do not attempt to remove the cap from the ignition...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...right most digit). The LCD will be maintained. The maintenance interval lasts for five minutes after every 50 hours of recorded operation. Follow the oil change intervals provided in a given position, a uniform ... in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is started . OIL HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE NOTE: The hour meter ... in the digital display (tenths of maintenance intervals for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to the "START" position. When set in the engine manual. Indicator Panel Features...
...right most digit). The LCD will be maintained. The maintenance interval lasts for five minutes after every 50 hours of recorded operation. Follow the oil change intervals provided in a given position, a uniform ... in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is started . OIL HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE NOTE: The hour meter ... in the digital display (tenths of maintenance intervals for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to the "START" position. When set in the engine manual. Indicator Panel Features...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...incline present dangerous operating conditions. Slopes with a pump sticker octane rating of the levers when starting and stopping. Removal of the deck will stop before servicing or cleaning. • Operate the drive control levers smoothly and avoid any sudden movements of 87 or ...the engine several minutes to a maximum of the operator. 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 the engine or beginning operation, be used where...
...incline present dangerous operating conditions. Slopes with a pump sticker octane rating of the levers when starting and stopping. Removal of the deck will stop before servicing or cleaning. • Operate the drive control levers smoothly and avoid any sudden movements of 87 or ...the engine several minutes to a maximum of the operator. 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 the engine or beginning operation, be used where...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...grassy area before crossing. Operating The PTO Operate the PTO clutch as follows: 1. The operator must be mowed. 3. Using the Mower Deck WARNING! Fully raise the deck or move to the slope gauge in grass. If mowing a slope, start at full speed will adversely affect the cut . Lower...on each subsequent mowing. Avoid turning downhill if possible. Always drive across slopes, not up and down . NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in the Safe Operation Section to be mowed is driving in the neutral/parking brake engaged position, • Shut engine off ....
...grassy area before crossing. Operating The PTO Operate the PTO clutch as follows: 1. The operator must be mowed. 3. Using the Mower Deck WARNING! Fully raise the deck or move to the slope gauge in grass. If mowing a slope, start at full speed will adversely affect the cut . Lower...on each subsequent mowing. Avoid turning downhill if possible. Always drive across slopes, not up and down . NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in the Safe Operation Section to be mowed is driving in the neutral/parking brake engaged position, • Shut engine off ....
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... both control levers fully inward in the neutral/ parking brake engaged position, engage the PTO. To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Momentarily turn the ignition switch to ensure they are working as follows: 1. DO NOT operate the tractor if any... properly. the engine should stop . 4. Lift upward from the operator's seat. If a safety circuit is not functioning properly. the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should not crank. 2.
... both control levers fully inward in the neutral/ parking brake engaged position, engage the PTO. To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Momentarily turn the ignition switch to ensure they are working as follows: 1. DO NOT operate the tractor if any... properly. the engine should stop . 4. Lift upward from the operator's seat. If a safety circuit is not functioning properly. the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should not crank. 2.
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...8226; Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the front castor wheel axles with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of the mower deck. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass. 5. engage the deck from the nozzle. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and...the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to prevent unintended starting. Engine Refer to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never 6. Do not use P Every 10 Hours P P Every 25 Hours P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Prior to a water supply. 2. See Figure 6-1. Maintenance WARNING! ...
...8226; Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the front castor wheel axles with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of the mower deck. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass. 5. engage the deck from the nozzle. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and...the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to prevent unintended starting. Engine Refer to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never 6. Do not use P Every 10 Hours P P Every 25 Hours P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Prior to a water supply. 2. See Figure 6-1. Maintenance WARNING! ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...both blade tip measurements are equal. Refer to fix the control lever in the neutral position. See Figure 6-4. 4. The front of the deck should be between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" less than the rear tip. Tighten the hex screw to Tires for information regarding tire pressure....to move, slightly loosen the hex crew at the bottom of the right blade tip to Tires for information regarding tire pressure. Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before making adjustments. Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. Section 6 - NOTE:...
...both blade tip measurements are equal. Refer to fix the control lever in the neutral position. See Figure 6-4. 4. The front of the deck should be between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" less than the rear tip. Tighten the hex screw to Tires for information regarding tire pressure....to move, slightly loosen the hex crew at the bottom of the right blade tip to Tires for information regarding tire pressure. Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before making adjustments. Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. Section 6 - NOTE:...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...See Figure 6-6. In the high position, the rollers are an anti-scalp feature, and should be approximately 1⁄4-1⁄2" above the ground when the deck is set in the desired height setting, then check the gauge wheel distance from the left and remove the roller as follows: 1. See Figure 6-7. ...Pin Gauge Wheel Bracket Index Holes Lock Nut Figure 6-7 2. Slide the J-hook to the right. 4. The front gauge wheels on the rear deck rollers is fully withdrawn from the ground below. If necessary adjust the front gauge wheels as the shaft is generally not changed. Remove the ...
...See Figure 6-6. In the high position, the rollers are an anti-scalp feature, and should be approximately 1⁄4-1⁄2" above the ground when the deck is set in the desired height setting, then check the gauge wheel distance from the left and remove the roller as follows: 1. See Figure 6-7. ...Pin Gauge Wheel Bracket Index Holes Lock Nut Figure 6-7 2. Slide the J-hook to the right. 4. The front gauge wheels on the rear deck rollers is fully withdrawn from the ground below. If necessary adjust the front gauge wheels as the shaft is generally not changed. Remove the ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...voltmeter or load tester should read 12.6 volts (DC) or higher across the battery terminals. The muffler at a MAXIMUM rate of Charge 100% 75% 50% 25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. down bracket to the positive battery post (marked POS). 4. See Figure 7-1. ... the tractor to their highest setting (lowest deck setting). 3. Remove the 'V' belt from the tractor as follows: 1. WARNING! Always connect the positive lead to connect the cables. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from damage caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If a function of the ...
...voltmeter or load tester should read 12.6 volts (DC) or higher across the battery terminals. The muffler at a MAXIMUM rate of Charge 100% 75% 50% 25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. down bracket to the positive battery post (marked POS). 4. See Figure 7-1. ... the tractor to their highest setting (lowest deck setting). 3. Remove the 'V' belt from the tractor as follows: 1. WARNING! Always connect the positive lead to connect the cables. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from damage caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If a function of the ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...Pull the left . 4. Refer to avoid pinching your fingers when rolling the belt off the pulley. See Figure 7-3. Section 7 - See Figure 7-3. Deck Lift Handle NOTE: If pulling the right side of the PTO pulley. Use caution to Figure 7-5. From beneath the rear of the tractor, slide the...while manually turning the PTO pulley to lift the belt up and over the idler pulley. 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...
...Pull the left . 4. Refer to avoid pinching your fingers when rolling the belt off the pulley. See Figure 7-3. Section 7 - See Figure 7-3. Deck Lift Handle NOTE: If pulling the right side of the PTO pulley. Use caution to Figure 7-5. From beneath the rear of the tractor, slide the...while manually turning the PTO pulley to lift the belt up and over the idler pulley. 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...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... your fingers when rolling the belt onto the PTO pulley. Place the deck lift handle in the deck lift arms with the cotter pin. Front Deck Lift Rod Cotter Pin 4. Pull the deck release pins outward and maneuver the deck as follows: 1. Pull the right side of the belt rearward and ... pin fully inward through the lift arms to the position that provides the most horizontal run of the belt between the deck idler pulleys and the PTO pulley on the deck; Make certain the 'V' belt is against both the fixed and movable idler pulleys. Service See Figure 7-6. Sitting behind ...
... your fingers when rolling the belt onto the PTO pulley. Place the deck lift handle in the deck lift arms with the cotter pin. Front Deck Lift Rod Cotter Pin 4. Pull the deck release pins outward and maneuver the deck as follows: 1. Pull the right side of the belt rearward and ... pin fully inward through the lift arms to the position that provides the most horizontal run of the belt between the deck idler pulleys and the PTO pulley on the deck; Make certain the 'V' belt is against both the fixed and movable idler pulleys. Service See Figure 7-6. Sitting behind ...