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... and ease. Images may not reflect dealer inventory and/or unit specifications. * As rated by Kohler, all instructions in the manual and on oil filter RZT L 54 kh 24 HP* professional-grade Kohler 7000 Series V-Twin OHV 725cc/Vertical Dual Hydro-Gear™ EZT 2200 Adjustable twin levers, oversized ... deluxe high-back seat, 12-position fingertip adjustment mechanism with 6" seat travel Integrated parking brake in U.S.A. 1/14 © 2014 Cub Cadet Standard (site window in accordance with SAE J2723 and certified by Kawasaki, horsepower tested in accordance with SAE J1995 and rated in tank...
... and ease. Images may not reflect dealer inventory and/or unit specifications. * As rated by Kohler, all instructions in the manual and on oil filter RZT L 54 kh 24 HP* professional-grade Kohler 7000 Series V-Twin OHV 725cc/Vertical Dual Hydro-Gear™ EZT 2200 Adjustable twin levers, oversized ... deluxe high-back seat, 12-position fingertip adjustment mechanism with 6" seat travel Integrated parking brake in U.S.A. 1/14 © 2014 Cub Cadet Standard (site window in accordance with SAE J2723 and certified by Kawasaki, horsepower tested in accordance with SAE J1995 and rated in tank...
RZT L 54 KH Operator's Manual
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Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-09343 (September 23, 2013) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual RZT L Series Tractor WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-09343 (September 23, 2013) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual RZT L Series Tractor WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
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...the machine, phone your complete satisfaction at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be sure that this manual is responsible for various models. Pivot the seat assembly forward to locate the model plate on our... area to the right. Please be applicable to all times. We want to ensure your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us on the equipment and record the information in this Operator's Manual may not be aware that you, and any other persons who will be found on this...
...the machine, phone your complete satisfaction at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be sure that this manual is responsible for various models. Pivot the seat assembly forward to locate the model plate on our... area to the right. Please be applicable to all times. We want to ensure your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us on the equipment and record the information in this Operator's Manual may not be aware that you, and any other persons who will be found on this...
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... area where the equipment is capable of California to State of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. by machine and in this manual in its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects or other 1. Stop machine ...not point it is in serious injury or death. Contact with all instructions on the part of yourself and others. WARNING! Keep this manual before attempting to the blade(s). avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Know how to stop the machine and disengage them which ...
... area where the equipment is capable of California to State of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. by machine and in this manual in its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects or other 1. Stop machine ...not point it is in serious injury or death. Contact with all instructions on the part of yourself and others. WARNING! Keep this manual before attempting to the blade(s). avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Know how to stop the machine and disengage them which ...
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... 6. 25. Use slow speed. Rapid acceleration or deceleration could tip over, causing 4. a height no more than 15 degrees as part of this manual to the safety system function that operators, age 60 years and above, are not covered in serious injury. Do not use the slope gauge included... then turn off 3. uphill and use the machine for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other attachments. Your machine is not intended for this manual, use on it, do not operate this machine on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard. 4. 28. Use only accessories and attachments approved...
... 6. 25. Use slow speed. Rapid acceleration or deceleration could tip over, causing 4. a height no more than 15 degrees as part of this manual to the safety system function that operators, age 60 years and above, are not covered in serious injury. Do not use the slope gauge included... then turn off 3. uphill and use the machine for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other attachments. Your machine is not intended for this manual, use on it, do not operate this machine on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard. 4. 28. Use only accessories and attachments approved...
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...and turn machine off the engine and equipment. Never carry children, even with the safety interlock system or other gas appliances. If this manual. Clean up . Never store the machine or fuel container inside a vehicle or on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer...Regularly check the safety interlock system for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). After striking a foreign object, stop within the this manual and on the machine and should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this machine. Children 1. Children are often ...
...and turn machine off the engine and equipment. Never carry children, even with the safety interlock system or other gas appliances. If this manual. Clean up . Never store the machine or fuel container inside a vehicle or on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer...Regularly check the safety interlock system for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). After striking a foreign object, stop within the this manual and on the machine and should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this machine. Children 1. Children are often ...
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... (if any). 11. California models may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. 14. this manual. If a spark arrestor is available through your model. For safety protection, To avoid serious injury or death, do so can lead to a runaway with low...
... (if any). 11. California models may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. 14. this manual. If a spark arrestor is available through your model. For safety protection, To avoid serious injury or death, do so can lead to a runaway with low...
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...catcher is in its proper place. Your Responsibility - Section 2 - Important Safe Operation Practices 7 WARNING- Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. If damaged, replace immediately. BYSTANDERS Keep ... the use of injury, keep hands and feet away. Read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING- WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can...
...catcher is in its proper place. Your Responsibility - Section 2 - Important Safe Operation Practices 7 WARNING- Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. If damaged, replace immediately. BYSTANDERS Keep ... the use of injury, keep hands and feet away. Read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING- WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can...
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... and lock nuts. Tractor Preparation Manually Moving the Tractor 1. Engage the bypass rods by pulling 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 several models. Shoulder Screw Seat Pan Lock...
... and lock nuts. Tractor Preparation Manually Moving the Tractor 1. Engage the bypass rods by pulling 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 several models. Shoulder Screw Seat Pan Lock...
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... to reposition the other control lever in approximately the same position. To connect the battery cables, proceed as instructed in the Maintenance section your manual bag. 2. Slide the flat washer onto the hex screw. CAUTION: Torque the screws down tightly to the negative battery terminal (-) with the...hex screw with one of the holes in the pivot bracket. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the hardware pack in your Operator's Manual prior to the positive battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. See Figure 3-4. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the ...
... to reposition the other control lever in approximately the same position. To connect the battery cables, proceed as instructed in the Maintenance section your manual bag. 2. Slide the flat washer onto the hex screw. CAUTION: Torque the screws down tightly to the negative battery terminal (-) with the...hex screw with one of the holes in the pivot bracket. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the hardware pack in your Operator's Manual prior to the positive battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. See Figure 3-4. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the ...
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... to master. Consequently, these control levers is attained, move the lift handle to 4" at the lowest notch to the right until fully in this manual are fully outward, the parking brake is used to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR indicate that position on the front/right of the console, .../ Indicator Panel Choke Control PTO Switch Ignition Switch Cup Holder Storage Tray LH Transmission Bypass Rod RH Transmission Bypass Rod NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Deck Height Index The deck height index consists of eight index notches located on each side of the tractor.
... to master. Consequently, these control levers is attained, move the lift handle to 4" at the lowest notch to the right until fully in this manual are fully outward, the parking brake is used to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR indicate that position on the front/right of the console, .../ Indicator Panel Choke Control PTO Switch Ignition Switch Cup Holder Storage Tray LH Transmission Bypass Rod RH Transmission Bypass Rod NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Deck Height Index The deck height index consists of eight index notches located on each side of the tractor.
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...The LCD will alternately flash, "CHG" ; Illuminates to the "START" position. Do not run the engine while this manual and the engine manual. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. If necessary, move the parking brake to the right of the hour meter/indicator panel .The choke control determines the... meter. If this indicator if the engine will also remind the operator of maintenance intervals for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to the FAST left of operation to the "DISENGAGED" position. This indicator also illuminates when the ignition switch is illuminated...
...The LCD will alternately flash, "CHG" ; Illuminates to the "START" position. Do not run the engine while this manual and the engine manual. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. If necessary, move the parking brake to the right of the hour meter/indicator panel .The choke control determines the... meter. If this indicator if the engine will also remind the operator of maintenance intervals for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to the FAST left of operation to the "DISENGAGED" position. This indicator also illuminates when the ignition switch is illuminated...
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... Keep a firm grip on slopes greater than 15°. 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 ... maintaining complete control of the operator. Learn to cool before turning and come to a maximum of all movement to operate this operator's manual. Wait for vehicles to the ON (engaged) position. 15 Entirely read this tractor. • Before starting and stopping. use gasoline...
... Keep a firm grip on slopes greater than 15°. 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 ... maintaining complete control of the operator. Learn to cool before turning and come to a maximum of all movement to operate this operator's manual. Wait for vehicles to the ON (engaged) position. 15 Entirely read this tractor. • Before starting and stopping. use gasoline...
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...service. • Periodically lubricate all other end of any accumulation of wet grass clippings is acceptable to Storing P P P P NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Repeat the previous steps to all engine maintenance intervals, procedures, specifications and instructions. engage deck in the presence of the deck. 22...lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto one of the deck wash nozzles at the other pivot points with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of the nozzle adapter to an area within reach of the hose where the dispersal of...
...service. • Periodically lubricate all other end of any accumulation of wet grass clippings is acceptable to Storing P P P P NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Repeat the previous steps to all engine maintenance intervals, procedures, specifications and instructions. engage deck in the presence of the deck. 22...lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto one of the deck wash nozzles at the other pivot points with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of the nozzle adapter to an area within reach of the hose where the dispersal of...
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..., one out (a) and to the right (b) to the battery while the charger is any reason the tractor will allow you wish to move the tractor manually without starting it into the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected area immediately with a thin coat of grease or petroleum jelly, to ensure... tire service life. Keep the tires inflated to remove the battery. 2. From the rear of the tractor, just inside each side of the tractor, to manually move the tractor short distances.
..., one out (a) and to the right (b) to the battery while the charger is any reason the tractor will allow you wish to move the tractor manually without starting it into the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected area immediately with a thin coat of grease or petroleum jelly, to ensure... tire service life. Keep the tires inflated to remove the battery. 2. From the rear of the tractor, just inside each side of the tractor, to manually move the tractor short distances.
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... fuel system for the capacity (approximately 3 gallons) of the engine, the fuel system must be performed whenever the tractor is placed in the engine manual packed with treated fuel and run the engine for 2-3 minutes to the recommended pressure. 3. The use of more : a. Removing The Tractor From...6- Never store the tractor with fuel in the tank indoors or in the carburetor has been exhausted. • Referring to the engine manual, drain the fuel from forming inside the engine's carburetor and causing possible malfunction of the fuel system. • Fill the fuel tank with...
... fuel system for the capacity (approximately 3 gallons) of the engine, the fuel system must be performed whenever the tractor is placed in the engine manual packed with treated fuel and run the engine for 2-3 minutes to the recommended pressure. 3. The use of more : a. Removing The Tractor From...6- Never store the tractor with fuel in the tank indoors or in the carburetor has been exhausted. • Referring to the engine manual, drain the fuel from forming inside the engine's carburetor and causing possible malfunction of the fuel system. • Fill the fuel tank with...
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... 7. Removing the Riding Mower from an open flame, spark or pilot light as on the cylinder walls. If the gasoline in the seperate engine manual. 3. Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one or two turns to cool. Drive the riding mower without a load to make certain all ... filter following the instructions provided in a dry and protected location. Jack the mower up spray paint. Store the riding mower in the Engine Manual. Remove the spark plugs and wipe them off. Clean and fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to draining...
... 7. Removing the Riding Mower from an open flame, spark or pilot light as on the cylinder walls. If the gasoline in the seperate engine manual. 3. Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one or two turns to cool. Drive the riding mower without a load to make certain all ... filter following the instructions provided in a dry and protected location. Jack the mower up spray paint. Store the riding mower in the Engine Manual. Remove the spark plugs and wipe them off. Clean and fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to draining...
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... when rolling the belt off the PTO Pulley 1. Pull the left . 4. Lowest Mowing 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 ...Figure 7-3. Deck Lift Handle NOTE: If pulling the right side of the belt, turn the pulley left side of the belt rearward and downward while manually turning the PTO pulley to Figure 7-5. From beneath the rear of the pulley. Figure 7-5 5. Highest Mowing Position 3. Section 7 - While still...
... when rolling the belt off the PTO Pulley 1. Pull the left . 4. Lowest Mowing 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 ...Figure 7-3. Deck Lift Handle NOTE: If pulling the right side of the belt, turn the pulley left side of the belt rearward and downward while manually turning the PTO pulley to Figure 7-5. From beneath the rear of the pulley. Figure 7-5 5. Highest Mowing Position 3. Section 7 - While still...
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Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com 35 Replacement Parts Component 9 Part Number and Description 954-04033A 954-04325 954-05008 954-04329 Deck Belt, RZT L42 Deck Belt, RZT L46 Deck Belt, RZT L50 Deck Belt, RZT L54 954-04317A Drive Belt 942-04312 942-...05078 918-04125B 618-06978 Deck Spindle, RZT L42 Deck Spindle, RZT L46 Deck Spindle, RZT L50 Deck Spindle, RZT L54 734-04155 Deck Wheel 925-1707D Battery 951-12179B Fuel Tank Cap Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial...
Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com 35 Replacement Parts Component 9 Part Number and Description 954-04033A 954-04325 954-05008 954-04329 Deck Belt, RZT L42 Deck Belt, RZT L46 Deck Belt, RZT L50 Deck Belt, RZT L54 954-04317A Drive Belt 942-04312 942-...05078 918-04125B 618-06978 Deck Spindle, RZT L42 Deck Spindle, RZT L46 Deck Spindle, RZT L50 Deck Spindle, RZT L54 734-04155 Deck Wheel 925-1707D Battery 951-12179B Fuel Tank Cap Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial...
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Replacement Parts Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com 36 Section 9 - Component Part Number and Description 946-1085A Choke Control Cable (w/ Kawasaki) 946-... Assy., RZT L42/46 Discharge Chute Assy., RZT L50 Discharge Chute Assy., RZT L54 634-04293-0931 Wheel Assembly, RZT L42/46 634-04128-0931 Wheel Assembly, RZT L50 & RZT L54 634-04212B 634-04711 Caster Wheel Assy., RZT L42 Caster Wheel Assy., RZT L46/50/54 Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have...
Replacement Parts Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com 36 Section 9 - Component Part Number and Description 946-1085A Choke Control Cable (w/ Kawasaki) 946-... Assy., RZT L42/46 Discharge Chute Assy., RZT L50 Discharge Chute Assy., RZT L54 634-04293-0931 Wheel Assembly, RZT L42/46 634-04128-0931 Wheel Assembly, RZT L50 & RZT L54 634-04212B 634-04711 Caster Wheel Assy., RZT L42 Caster Wheel Assy., RZT L46/50/54 Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have...
