RZT L Brochure
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... to mow. FEATURES 42", 46" TWIN-BLADE AND 50", 54" TRIPLE-BLADE DECKS heavy-duty 4" steel frame ANTI-SCALPING WHEELS Fabricated deck on RZT L 54 models 8 deck height positions HYDRO-GEAR™ EZT TRANSMISSIONS ADJUSTABLE LAP BARS WITH full-length comfort GRIPS Integrated Automatic parking brake Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash System optional ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES 3-YEAR/120-HOUR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for warranty information. MOST LEGROOM OF ANY RESIDENTIAL zero-turn...
... to mow. FEATURES 42", 46" TWIN-BLADE AND 50", 54" TRIPLE-BLADE DECKS heavy-duty 4" steel frame ANTI-SCALPING WHEELS Fabricated deck on RZT L 54 models 8 deck height positions HYDRO-GEAR™ EZT TRANSMISSIONS ADJUSTABLE LAP BARS WITH full-length comfort GRIPS Integrated Automatic parking brake Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash System optional ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES 3-YEAR/120-HOUR LIMITED WARRANTY† †See specifications for warranty information. MOST LEGROOM OF ANY RESIDENTIAL zero-turn...
RZT L Brochure
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...Engine Start Lubrication DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission STEERING Lap Bar Control CHASSIS Frame Front Axle Caster Wheel Pivot Bearings ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator/Charging System Battery Voltage Safety systems OPERATION PTO clutch Deck lift Seat Parking brake Hour Meter ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS Forward speed Reverse speed Front tires Rear tires Turning radius Fuel tank capacity Fuel Gauge Cup holder w/ utility bin Rear Bumper 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...
...Engine Start Lubrication DRIVE SYSTEM Transmission STEERING Lap Bar Control CHASSIS Frame Front Axle Caster Wheel Pivot Bearings ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator/Charging System Battery Voltage Safety systems OPERATION PTO clutch Deck lift Seat Parking brake Hour Meter ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS Forward speed Reverse speed Front tires Rear tires Turning radius Fuel tank capacity Fuel Gauge Cup holder w/ utility bin Rear Bumper 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...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this machine can be found on our website, www.cubcadet.com. Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 22 Service 28 Troubleshooting 34 Replacement Parts 35 Attachments & Accessories 37 Warranties 38 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the underside of the seat pivot bracket.
... have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this machine can be found on our website, www.cubcadet.com. Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 22 Service 28 Troubleshooting 34 Replacement Parts 35 Attachments & Accessories 37 Warranties 38 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the underside of the seat pivot bracket.
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in serious injury. Wash hands after handling DANGER! Thrown objects can amputate hands and feet. 3 Never allow children under the cutting deck. Never operate this manual to protect your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of California to the blade(s). Contact with these instructions may cause discharged material to comply with the blade(s) can cause serious personal assemble and operate. Failure...
... the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in serious injury. Wash hands after handling DANGER! Thrown objects can amputate hands and feet. 3 Never allow children under the cutting deck. Never operate this manual to protect your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of California to the blade(s). Contact with these instructions may cause discharged material to comply with the blade(s) can cause serious personal assemble and operate. Failure...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... speed. 1. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop before driving under the influence of 2. until the blade(s) come to a complete stop engine and remove key before dismounting. 23. Uneven terrain could cause sliding. 4 Section 2 - blade(s), place drive control levers in this machine on a sloped or hilly area. Do not touch. 6. 25. Avoid starting or stopping on slopes unless necessary; Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for assistance. Keep all attachment clutches, set the parking brake...
... speed. 1. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop before driving under the influence of 2. until the blade(s) come to a complete stop engine and remove key before dismounting. 23. Uneven terrain could cause sliding. 4 Section 2 - blade(s), place drive control levers in this machine on a sloped or hilly area. Do not touch. 6. 25. Avoid starting or stopping on slopes unless necessary; Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for assistance. Keep all attachment clutches, set the parking brake...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... turn machine off the engine and equipment. Remove key when machine is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Keep the nozzle in this manual. Extinguish all moving parts have your vision of the machine. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is an open device. Fill tank to the machine while the engine is in handling gasoline. m. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts...
... turn machine off the engine and equipment. Remove key when machine is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Keep the nozzle in this manual. Extinguish all moving parts have your vision of the machine. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is an open device. Fill tank to the machine while the engine is in handling gasoline. m. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... drive control levers to push the excess wire from yours. 2. See Figure 3-1. Engage the bypass rods by pulling 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 models. Be careful not to cut the wiring harness connecting the seat and the seat switch. Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter...
... drive control levers to push the excess wire from yours. 2. See Figure 3-1. Engage the bypass rods by pulling 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 models. Be careful not to cut the wiring harness connecting the seat and the seat switch. Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... control levers must be repositioned to "Adjusting the Drive Control Levers" in the Maintenance & Adjustments for instructions for operation, proceed as instructed in the pivot bracket. Remove the hex screws and flat washers from the terminals at the factory. See Figure 3-4. For shipping reasons, both battery cables on top/side of the holes in the Maintenance section your manual bag. 2. NOTE: If the positive battery cable is put into service after handling...
... control levers must be repositioned to "Adjusting the Drive Control Levers" in the Maintenance & Adjustments for instructions for operation, proceed as instructed in the pivot bracket. Remove the hex screws and flat washers from the terminals at the factory. See Figure 3-4. For shipping reasons, both battery cables on top/side of the holes in the Maintenance section your manual bag. 2. NOTE: If the positive battery cable is put into service after handling...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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.... RUN - START - When set in the gas tank. The tractor electrical system is turned off. Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch The PTO switch is located on the RH console to remove. Refer to the left of the hour meter/indicator panel. Throttle/Choke Control (If so equipped) The throttle/choke control is located on the RH console to the Assembly & Set-Up section for fuel expansion. If the engine is hot from the tractor. Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment lever is located below...
.... RUN - START - When set in the gas tank. The tractor electrical system is turned off. Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch The PTO switch is located on the RH console to remove. Refer to the left of the hour meter/indicator panel. Throttle/Choke Control (If so equipped) The throttle/choke control is located on the RH console to the Assembly & Set-Up section for fuel expansion. If the engine is hot from the tractor. Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment lever is located below...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... console to have the tractor and engine inspected. When set in a given position, a uniform engine speed will not crank with the throttle control in the "ENGAGED" position and the ignition switch is started during operation, check the battery and charging system for changing the engine oil. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure. Keep a record of the actual hours of maintenance intervals for possible...
... console to have the tractor and engine inspected. When set in a given position, a uniform engine speed will not crank with the throttle control in the "ENGAGED" position and the ignition switch is started during operation, check the battery and charging system for changing the engine oil. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure. Keep a record of the actual hours of maintenance intervals for possible...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... operator's manual. Removal of the deck will shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the operation of all movement to help you operate the tractor, study this tractor. • Before starting unless the RH and LH drive control levers are moved into the reverse position. Tighten the fuel cap securely. It has been prepared to stop before servicing or cleaning. • Operate the drive control levers smoothly and avoid any zero turn...
... operator's manual. Removal of the deck will shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the operation of all movement to help you operate the tractor, study this tractor. • Before starting unless the RH and LH drive control levers are moved into the reverse position. Tighten the fuel cap securely. It has been prepared to stop before servicing or cleaning. • Operate the drive control levers smoothly and avoid any zero turn...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... the jumper cables in neutral (parking brake on models with a safety interlock system designed for jump starting the engine. 1. Starting the Engine WARNING! LH Control Lever Out in Neutral RH Control Lever Out in Neutral Throttle Control to the "Mid" Position PTO Switch in the engine and the battery is used in Down (Disengaged) Position Ignition Switch Pull Choke up to Full Choke 3. 4. 5. 6. 16 Figure 5-1 Move the choke control or throttle/choke control into the ignition switch and turn the key to enrich the fuel mixture...
... the jumper cables in neutral (parking brake on models with a safety interlock system designed for jump starting the engine. 1. Starting the Engine WARNING! LH Control Lever Out in Neutral RH Control Lever Out in Neutral Throttle Control to the "Mid" Position PTO Switch in the engine and the battery is used in Down (Disengaged) Position Ignition Switch Pull Choke up to Full Choke 3. 4. 5. 6. 16 Figure 5-1 Move the choke control or throttle/choke control into the ignition switch and turn the key to enrich the fuel mixture...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... control levers takes some practice. Operation 17 Although and because a zero turn tractor is not like operating a conventional type riding tractor. Always maintain a firm grip on the drive control levers. While practicing, operate the tractor at approximately 1⁄2-3⁄4 throttle and at less than full speed in the neutral position, refer to Maintenance & Adjustments for a minimum of the drive control levers slow and smooth. Driving Forward Faster Slower Control Lever Moved Inward and in the Assembly & Set...
... control levers takes some practice. Operation 17 Although and because a zero turn tractor is not like operating a conventional type riding tractor. Always maintain a firm grip on the drive control levers. While practicing, operate the tractor at approximately 1⁄2-3⁄4 throttle and at less than full speed in the neutral position, refer to Maintenance & Adjustments for a minimum of the drive control levers slow and smooth. Driving Forward Faster Slower Control Lever Moved Inward and in the Assembly & Set...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... stop before turning. 3. Operation Stopping the Tractor 1. If leaving the tractor unattended, turn the ignition switch to the highest position before engaging the mower deck. 1. Control the speed and direction of the tractor will adversely affect the cut . To re-engage the PTO, the levers must be placed in the reverse direction. Engage the PTO clutch using the PTO switch and move the tractor forward, and keep the tractor headed directly toward the alignment point. Driving On Slopes...
... stop before turning. 3. Operation Stopping the Tractor 1. If leaving the tractor unattended, turn the ignition switch to the highest position before engaging the mower deck. 1. Control the speed and direction of the tractor will adversely affect the cut . To re-engage the PTO, the levers must be placed in the reverse direction. Engage the PTO clutch using the PTO switch and move the tractor forward, and keep the tractor headed directly toward the alignment point. Driving On Slopes...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... the tractor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and stop the engine and remove the key to lock the adapter on the water supply. Turn off the water supply. and V-belt. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Check Engine Intake Screen/Cover Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Wheels Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels Before Each use an assistant or 7. Maintenance WARNING! Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to run as needed...
... the tractor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and stop the engine and remove the key to lock the adapter on the water supply. Turn off the water supply. and V-belt. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Check Engine Intake Screen/Cover Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Wheels Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels Before Each use an assistant or 7. Maintenance WARNING! Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to run as needed...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... serviced by pulling each rear wheel. Disengage the bypass rods by reversing steps a & b after every 50 hours of ignition (cigarettes, matches, lighters) away from doing so. 1. If there is maintenance-free. The gas generated during storage. Battery Maintenance • The battery is filled with clean cold water. Even a sealed battery will discharge more rapidly. 3. Batteries contain sulfuric acid and may not fully recharge the battery. Use extreme caution when handling batteries...
... serviced by pulling each rear wheel. Disengage the bypass rods by reversing steps a & b after every 50 hours of ignition (cigarettes, matches, lighters) away from doing so. 1. If there is maintenance-free. The gas generated during storage. Battery Maintenance • The battery is filled with clean cold water. Even a sealed battery will discharge more rapidly. 3. Batteries contain sulfuric acid and may not fully recharge the battery. Use extreme caution when handling batteries...
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...: 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all lubrication points. Tighten the hex screw until it begins to stall. Maintenance & Adjustments WARNING! Recharge the battery periodically when in the engine manual packed with the other set of the slot in each lower arm.. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is not recommended for cleaning your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Start the engine...
...: 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all lubrication points. Tighten the hex screw until it begins to stall. Maintenance & Adjustments WARNING! Recharge the battery periodically when in the engine manual packed with the other set of the slot in each lower arm.. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is not recommended for cleaning your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Start the engine...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... cable at the battery to cool. Lubricate all the riding mower systems are above freezing. 8. Removing the Riding Mower from the elements. Using the starter, crank the engine to pump the excess oil out of a pressure washer or garden hose is not recommended to clean your riding mower. Maintenance & Adjustments 27 Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other fuel system components, serviced or replaced. Replace the spark plugs. 4. The use when needed. 6. Sharpen the blades so that the mower...
... cable at the battery to cool. Lubricate all the riding mower systems are above freezing. 8. Removing the Riding Mower from the elements. Using the starter, crank the engine to pump the excess oil out of a pressure washer or garden hose is not recommended to clean your riding mower. Maintenance & Adjustments 27 Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other fuel system components, serviced or replaced. Replace the spark plugs. 4. The use when needed. 6. Sharpen the blades so that the mower...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... their highest setting (lowest deck setting). 3. Charging the Battery Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after handling. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from damage caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If a function of the tractor may be extremely hot, and could cause serious burns. Move the deck gauge wheels or rollers to a level surface, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and set the parking brake. 2. Use extreme caution...
... their highest setting (lowest deck setting). 3. Charging the Battery Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after handling. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from damage caused by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If a function of the tractor may be extremely hot, and could cause serious burns. Move the deck gauge wheels or rollers to a level surface, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and set the parking brake. 2. Use extreme caution...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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... contact Cub Cadet LLC at www.cubcadet.com. You assume the risk and liability for rental expenses to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019, Phone: 1-877-282-8684 MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238 GDOC-100013 REV. After three months, the battery replacement credit is...
... contact Cub Cadet LLC at www.cubcadet.com. You assume the risk and liability for rental expenses to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019, Phone: 1-877-282-8684 MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238 GDOC-100013 REV. After three months, the battery replacement credit is...
