RZT Brochure
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...gauge wheels greasable, 1 front roller, rear striping rollers Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system 3-year/120-hr limited warranty RZT™ 54-kw 23 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® FR, V-Twin OHV 726cc/vertical 13" x 5.0" - 6" (rib) 18" x 9.5" - 8" (turf... 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®...
...gauge wheels greasable, 1 front roller, rear striping rollers Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system 3-year/120-hr limited warranty RZT™ 54-kw 23 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® FR, V-Twin OHV 726cc/vertical 13" x 5.0" - 6" (rib) 18" x 9.5" - 8" (turf... 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®...
RZT Warranty Information
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...282-8684 MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238 GDOC-100013 REV. 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 purchase and applicable maintenance records to ... to you. Normal wear parts include, but are warranted to any part thereof, is in materials or workmanship. Attachments - Cub Cadet warrants attachments for the remainder of the original warranty period. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product against defects in...
...282-8684 MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238 GDOC-100013 REV. 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 purchase and applicable maintenance records to ... to you. Normal wear parts include, but are warranted to any part thereof, is in materials or workmanship. Attachments - Cub Cadet warrants attachments for the remainder of the original warranty period. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product against defects in...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... known to the State of California to observe the following safety instructions could endanger the personal safety and/or property of the mower and attachment discharge direction from the machine while it at least 75 feet 10. Thrown objects can be operated according to stop...the safe operation practices in personal injury. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can cause serious personal assemble and operate. Do not operate the mower anyone . WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which may result in this 8. Children 14 and over should be picked ...
... known to the State of California to observe the following safety instructions could endanger the personal safety and/or property of the mower and attachment discharge direction from the machine while it at least 75 feet 10. Thrown objects can be operated according to stop...the safe operation practices in personal injury. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can cause serious personal assemble and operate. Do not operate the mower anyone . WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which may result in this 8. Children 14 and over should be picked ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...make sudden changes in daylight or good artificial light. Do not turn off blade(s), place drive control levers in severe injury or death. The mower could result. Do not use extra care while turning. 25. loaded 27. tractor may jack-knife and cause tractor to measure slopes before... it, do not operate this machine on the slope gauge, do not mow it. This machine should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to start the engine. 3. 26. Check overhead clearances carefully before removing 3. Do Not: where the operator may contact the engine ...
...make sudden changes in daylight or good artificial light. Do not turn off blade(s), place drive control levers in severe injury or death. The mower could result. Do not use extra care while turning. 25. loaded 27. tractor may jack-knife and cause tractor to measure slopes before... it, do not operate this machine on the slope gauge, do not mow it. This machine should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to start the engine. 3. 26. Check overhead clearances carefully before removing 3. Do Not: where the operator may contact the engine ...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... frequent Do not modify engine intervals for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are subject to be sure the equipment is used on or near any ). Mower blades are equipped with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. "Use of operation. Observe proper...
... frequent Do not modify engine intervals for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are subject to be sure the equipment is used on or near any ). Mower blades are equipped with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. "Use of operation. Observe proper...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... leaving them in place will aid in the down position. The discharge chute deflector must be installed before operating the tractor. Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector installed and in installing the chute. Assembly & Set-Up 11 Remove the flange lock nuts from the deck. Install... the discharge chute deflector using the carriage bolts, push nuts and flange lock nuts as shown 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 - then release the adjustment lever.
... leaving them in place will aid in the down position. The discharge chute deflector must be installed before operating the tractor. Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector installed and in installing the chute. Assembly & Set-Up 11 Remove the flange lock nuts from the deck. Install... the discharge chute deflector using the carriage bolts, push nuts and flange lock nuts as shown 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 - then release the adjustment lever.
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... model. Consequently, these control levers is attained, move the lift handle to all of the movements of the tractor. Refer to raise and lower the mower deck. 6 operator's seat. The deck height index consists of eight index notches located on each side of the console, and is located on the front...
... model. Consequently, these control levers is attained, move the lift handle to all of the movements of the tractor. Refer to raise and lower the mower deck. 6 operator's seat. The deck height index consists of eight index notches located on each side of the console, and is located on the front...
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... the bypass feature. Towing the tractor with the throttle/choke control 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 bottom of the hour meter/indicator panel. Fill tank to decrease the...
... the bypass feature. Towing the tractor with the throttle/choke control 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 bottom of the hour meter/indicator panel. Fill tank to decrease the...
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... display (tenths of an hour - Illuminates to choke the engine; Do not run the engine while this indicator is briefly displayed. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Check this maintenance interval. This indicator also illuminates when the ignition switch is located on the RH console to the right of the throttle...all maintenance procedures 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 running, stop the engine immediately and check for two hours (from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). Move the control ...
... display (tenths of an hour - Illuminates to choke the engine; Do not run the engine while this indicator is briefly displayed. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Check this maintenance interval. This indicator also illuminates when the ignition switch is located on the RH console to the right of the throttle...all maintenance procedures 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 running, stop the engine immediately and check for two hours (from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). Move the control ...
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...MTBE) and unleaded gasoline blends (up to restart the engine. • The safety interlock system will shut off the PTO and the mower blades will shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the operation of the tractor before any sudden movements of the operator...90% unleaded gasoline by volume) are moved into the reverse position. 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 regulated.
...MTBE) and unleaded gasoline blends (up to restart the engine. • The safety interlock system will shut off the PTO and the mower blades will shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the operation of the tractor before any sudden movements of the operator...90% unleaded gasoline by volume) are moved into the reverse position. 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 regulated.
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... fast position. 4. If leaving the tractor unattended, turn the ignition switch to the reverse position. Control the speed and direction of the mower cut. Make certain the area to move to stop and remove the key from your tractor's running engine. 20 Section 5- Be careful ... alignment point. Always slow down . Premature wear and possible failure of the tractor without turning off the power take-off . 5. Align the mower with the control levers. 6. Stopping the Tractor 1. Move both drive control levers are mowed by the rotating blades. Do not leave the seat...
... fast position. 4. If leaving the tractor unattended, turn the ignition switch to the reverse position. Control the speed and direction of the mower cut. Make certain the area to move to stop and remove the key from your tractor's running engine. 20 Section 5- Be careful ... alignment point. Always slow down . Premature wear and possible failure of the tractor without turning off the power take-off . 5. Align the mower with the control levers. 6. Stopping the Tractor 1. Move both drive control levers are mowed by the rotating blades. Do not leave the seat...
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... 3. the engine should stop . 4. Pull the PTO switch upward to the start position; Section 5 - the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should stop . Move both control levers fully outward in the neutral position; then lift upward from the operator's seat; If a safety ...the safety interlock circuits to ensure they are working as follows: 1. To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Momentarily turn the ignition switch to the engaged position. With both control levers fully inward in the...
... 3. the engine should stop . 4. Pull the PTO switch upward to the start position; Section 5 - the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should stop . Move both control levers fully outward in the neutral position; then lift upward from the operator's seat; If a safety ...the safety interlock circuits to ensure they are working as follows: 1. To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Momentarily turn the ignition switch to the engaged position. With both control levers fully inward in the...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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When using the nozzle at either end of the mower deck. Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to disconnect the adapter from around the spindle pulleys 4. Release the lock collar to all ... position other than the operator's seat of grass clippings from the nozzle. Lubrication • Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the front castor wheel axles with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of the deck. 22 engage the deck from yours. features may differ from any bystanders. 8. 1. Using the Deck...
When using the nozzle at either end of the mower deck. Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to disconnect the adapter from around the spindle pulleys 4. Release the lock collar to all ... position other than the operator's seat of grass clippings from the nozzle. Lubrication • Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the front castor wheel axles with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of the deck. 22 engage the deck from yours. features may differ from any bystanders. 8. 1. Using the Deck...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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... be lowered. 2. If more than 1⁄2" above the ground when the deck is set in the desired height setting. The front gauge wheels on the mower deck are an anti-scalp feature, and should be approximately 1⁄4-1⁄2" above the ground, they should be set in either the low or high...
... be lowered. 2. If more than 1⁄2" above the ground when the deck is set in the desired height setting. The front gauge wheels on the mower deck are an anti-scalp feature, and should be approximately 1⁄4-1⁄2" above the ground, they should be set in either the low or high...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...temperatures. If the gasoline in poorly ventilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may need to prevent possible discharge. Fully charge the battery, lower riding mower off . Using the starter, crank the engine to draining fuel. 3. WARNING! Engines stored between 30 and 90 days need to be...9. Crank the engine one ounce of oil into anapproved container outdoors, away from Storage 1. Clean the engine and the entire riding mower thoroughly. Jack the mower up spray paint. Maintenance & Adjustments 27 NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to take the weight off of the tires. Store...
...temperatures. If the gasoline in poorly ventilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may need to prevent possible discharge. Fully charge the battery, lower riding mower off . Using the starter, crank the engine to draining fuel. 3. WARNING! Engines stored between 30 and 90 days need to be...9. Crank the engine one ounce of oil into anapproved container outdoors, away from Storage 1. Clean the engine and the entire riding mower thoroughly. Jack the mower up spray paint. Maintenance & Adjustments 27 NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to take the weight off of the tires. Store...
RZT 42 Operator's Manual
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...the frame. Hex Washer Screw Battery Hold-Down Bracket Figure 7-1 2. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from damage caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If the electrical system does not function, check for replacement. If a function of the safety interlock system described earlier ... positive lead to their highest setting (lowest deck setting). 3. Always use the same capacity fuse for a blown fuse. Deck Removal Remove the mower deck from the negative battery post. 3. Voltmeter Reading 12.7 12.4 12.2 12.0 State of the tractor. 5. Move the cable away from...
...the frame. Hex Washer Screw Battery Hold-Down Bracket Figure 7-1 2. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from damage caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If the electrical system does not function, check for replacement. If a function of the safety interlock system described earlier ... positive lead to their highest setting (lowest deck setting). 3. Always use the same capacity fuse for a blown fuse. Deck Removal Remove the mower deck from the negative battery post. 3. Voltmeter Reading 12.7 12.4 12.2 12.0 State of the tractor. 5. Move the cable away from...
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... (refer to Deck Removal on page 28) then gently flip the deck over to cut yourself on top of the deck. 4. Protect your mower creeps, see an authorized service dealer. A block of the blade to have the transmission drive belt replaced. Tighten the blade nuts to Deck ...between the deck housing and the cutting edge of wood may be kept sharp at your Cub Cadet dealer to help in the neutral position. Hex Flange Nut Wood Block Spindle Assembly Figure 7-14 3. Mower Blade Care WARNING! Before performing any metal separation is present, it is recommended that the...
... (refer to Deck Removal on page 28) then gently flip the deck over to cut yourself on top of the deck. 4. Protect your mower creeps, see an authorized service dealer. A block of the blade to have the transmission drive belt replaced. Tighten the blade nuts to Deck ...between the deck housing and the cutting edge of wood may be kept sharp at your Cub Cadet dealer to help in the neutral position. Hex Flange Nut Wood Block Spindle Assembly Figure 7-14 3. Mower Blade Care WARNING! Before performing any metal separation is present, it is recommended that the...
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... tire pressure in FAST (rabbit) position. 2. Do not mulch when grass is wet. 3. Engine speed too low. 2. Dull blade. 3. Troubleshooting Problem Excessive vibration Uneven cut Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped w/Mulching Kit) Cause 1.
... tire pressure in FAST (rabbit) position. 2. Do not mulch when grass is wet. 3. Engine speed too low. 2. Dull blade. 3. Troubleshooting Problem Excessive vibration Uneven cut Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped w/Mulching Kit) Cause 1.
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...blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the original warranty period. Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the date of purchase and applicable maintenance records...period of thirty (30) days from the sale and/or lease of original sale 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 original purchase or lease....
...blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the original warranty period. Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the date of purchase and applicable maintenance records...period of thirty (30) days from the sale and/or lease of original sale 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 original purchase or lease....