RZT Warranty Information
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...www.cubcadet.com. This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other peril or natural disaster. 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 ...or its territories and possessions, and by this product against defects in materials or workmanship. c. There are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for products sold through your property and/or to others and their respective possessions and territories, except those ...
...www.cubcadet.com. This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other peril or natural disaster. 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 ...or its territories and possessions, and by this product against defects in materials or workmanship. c. There are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for products sold through your property and/or to others and their respective possessions and territories, except those ...
RZT S Series Brochure
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... locate A DEALER AT CUBCADET.COM Innovations no one else can sit back, relax and enjoy the warm sunshine and sweet smell of the neighborhood. CUB CADET RZT™ S 42/46/50/54 outperforms everything else on a hill, it easily make you can deliver. effortless zero-turning capabilities The dedicated dual hydrostatic rear-wheel transmission...
... locate A DEALER AT CUBCADET.COM Innovations no one else can sit back, relax and enjoy the warm sunshine and sweet smell of the neighborhood. CUB CADET RZT™ S 42/46/50/54 outperforms everything else on a hill, it easily make you can deliver. effortless zero-turning capabilities The dedicated dual hydrostatic rear-wheel transmission...
RZT S Series Brochure
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... Rear Bumper Wheelbase length/Width (w/chute)/Height Approx. This brochure is published in the manual and on oil filter RZT™ S 54 25 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV Dual Hydro-Gear™ EZT Standard/foot operated Steering... Striping Roller Deck Wash WARRANTY† RZT™ S 42 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV RZT™ S 46 RZT™ S 50 23 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV 25 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage...
... Rear Bumper Wheelbase length/Width (w/chute)/Height Approx. This brochure is published in the manual and on oil filter RZT™ S 54 25 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV Dual Hydro-Gear™ EZT Standard/foot operated Steering... Striping Roller Deck Wash WARRANTY† RZT™ S 42 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV RZT™ S 46 RZT™ S 50 23 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® V-Twin OHV 25 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual RZT-S WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08504 (December 6, 2012) Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual RZT-S WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08504 (December 6, 2012) Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. All information in this machine can be necessary, should you how to Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. We reserve the right to establish the power rating of printing. If applicable, the power testing information used ...If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your machine, for purchasing a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Tractor. Please be applicable to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated...
...at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. All information in this machine can be necessary, should you how to Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. We reserve the right to establish the power rating of printing. If applicable, the power testing information used ...If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your machine, for purchasing a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Tractor. Please be applicable to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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Engine Exhaust, some of its proper place. 11. This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in 5. This machine is to avoid discharge of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Plan your eyes. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. Do not operate the mower anyone . Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! Read and follow all controls and their proper operation. ...
Engine Exhaust, some of its proper place. 11. This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in 5. This machine is to avoid discharge of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Plan your eyes. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. Do not operate the mower anyone . Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! Read and follow all controls and their proper operation. ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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Slope Operation Slopes are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. require extra caution. Do not operate the machine while under low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., where the operator may be pushed could tip over, causing machine to a complete stop before turning. a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is over the edge of this machine on slopes unless necessary; Do: 18. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other attachments. Slow down before removing traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly and carefully straight down...
Slope Operation Slopes are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. require extra caution. Do not operate the machine while under low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., where the operator may be pushed could tip over, causing machine to a complete stop before turning. a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is over the edge of this machine on slopes unless necessary; Do: 18. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other attachments. Slow down before removing traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly and carefully straight down...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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Be alert and turn machine off . They can occur on the hitch is spilled, wipe it on slopes. 3. Never allow extra distance to cool at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towing. The maximum weight on slopes, 5° (9 %) maximum grade. 8. Do not shift to avoid jack-knifing. 10. Do not use extreme care in handling gasoline. h. If gasoline is 50 lbs. Never run into the path of control. 5. Section 2 - Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not possible, then refuel such equipment on the ...
Be alert and turn machine off . They can occur on the hitch is spilled, wipe it on slopes. 3. Never allow extra distance to cool at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towing. The maximum weight on slopes, 5° (9 %) maximum grade. 8. Do not shift to avoid jack-knifing. 10. Do not use extreme care in handling gasoline. h. If gasoline is 50 lbs. Never run into the path of control. 5. Section 2 - Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not possible, then refuel such equipment on the ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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Replace the blade(s) with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. After striking a foreign object, stop within the this time frame, your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. "Use of engine governor. Tampering with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to comply with the governor setting can result in safe working condition. 8. Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which do not meet the original equipment specifications may include ...
Replace the blade(s) with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. After striking a foreign object, stop within the this time frame, your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. "Use of engine governor. Tampering with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to comply with the governor setting can result in safe working condition. 8. Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which do not meet the original equipment specifications may include ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can amputate hands and feet. SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this product. DANGER - Never carry children, even with the blade(s) can cause serious personal injury. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to assemble and operate. Your Responsibility - Section 2 - Contact with the blades off. DANGER- ROTATING BLADES To avoid a back-over accident. ROTATING BLADES Always look down and behind before refueling. Restrict the use of injury, keep children away from the machine while it is in ...
WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can amputate hands and feet. SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this product. DANGER - Never carry children, even with the blade(s) can cause serious personal injury. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to assemble and operate. Your Responsibility - Section 2 - Contact with the blades off. DANGER- ROTATING BLADES To avoid a back-over accident. ROTATING BLADES Always look down and behind before refueling. Restrict the use of injury, keep children away from the machine while it is in ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.) 3. Safe Operation Practices (OK) Figure 1 15° Slope (TOO STEEP) Figure 2 15° Slope 15° dashed line USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! If there is a gap below the gauge, the slope is too steep for safe operation (See Figure 2 above). Slopes are a major factor related to tip-over and roll-over accidents which can result in excess of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ). 4. Align either side of 15 degrees. Always ...
To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.) 3. Safe Operation Practices (OK) Figure 1 15° Slope (TOO STEEP) Figure 2 15° Slope 15° dashed line USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! If there is a gap below the gauge, the slope is too steep for safe operation (See Figure 2 above). Slopes are a major factor related to tip-over and roll-over accidents which can result in excess of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ). 4. Align either side of 15 degrees. Always ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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If the deck is tilted all the way back), use . 9 then carefully roll the tractor off the pallet. The transmission bypass rods (one for instructions on raising and lowering the deck. 3. Engage the bypass rods by pulling each rear wheel. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of the two positions and secure in one out and to the right then letting it into place. Remove the upper crating material from the manual bag and store for shipping. 1. Disengage the parking brake. 4. Place the steering column in place with the hex screws and flat washers packed seperately. Flat Washer ...
If the deck is tilted all the way back), use . 9 then carefully roll the tractor off the pallet. The transmission bypass rods (one for instructions on raising and lowering the deck. 3. Engage the bypass rods by pulling each rear wheel. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of the two positions and secure in one out and to the right then letting it into place. Remove the upper crating material from the manual bag and store for shipping. 1. Disengage the parking brake. 4. Place the steering column in place with the hex screws and flat washers packed seperately. Flat Washer ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight forward, place the steering wheel over the steering wheel and secure with the hex screw. See Figure 3-3. Remove any straps securing the seat assembly to push the excess wire from beneath the steering wheel cap. Assembly & Set-Up Figure 3-5 NOTE: Be sure to the tractor. Place the flat washer and belleville washer over the steering shaft. 3. Remove the two shoulder screws in the seat pan as follows: NOTE: The seat is shipped with the previously removed shoulder screws. Steering Wheel 1. Rotate the seat into position and ...
With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight forward, place the steering wheel over the steering wheel and secure with the hex screw. See Figure 3-3. Remove any straps securing the seat assembly to push the excess wire from beneath the steering wheel cap. Assembly & Set-Up Figure 3-5 NOTE: Be sure to the tractor. Place the flat washer and belleville washer over the steering shaft. 3. Remove the two shoulder screws in the seat pan as follows: NOTE: The seat is shipped with the previously removed shoulder screws. Steering Wheel 1. Rotate the seat into position and ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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Slide the seat forward or rearward to the chute bracket. 2. See Figure 3-6. 3. Install the discharge chute deflector using the carriage bolts, push nuts and flange lock nuts as shown in installing the chute. Do not remove the push nuts or carriage bolts, leaving them in place will aid in Figure 3-8 and securely tighten the hardware. 50" Deck Shown Flange Lock Nuts Discharge Chute Deflector Push Nuts Carriage Bolts Figure 3-6 Lower Deck Discharge Chute Deflector WARNING! Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the mower. 1. Never operate the mower deck without ...
Slide the seat forward or rearward to the chute bracket. 2. See Figure 3-6. 3. Install the discharge chute deflector using the carriage bolts, push nuts and flange lock nuts as shown in installing the chute. Do not remove the push nuts or carriage bolts, leaving them in place will aid in Figure 3-8 and securely tighten the hardware. 50" Deck Shown Flange Lock Nuts Discharge Chute Deflector Push Nuts Carriage Bolts Figure 3-6 Lower Deck Discharge Chute Deflector WARNING! Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the mower. 1. Never operate the mower deck without ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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Wash hands after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery as follows: NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Neg. (-). See Figure 3-9. 3. When the fuel tank reaches one inch from the negative battery terminal and attach the black cable to the positive battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. For shipping reasons, both battery cables on your Operator's Manual prior to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the top of California to operating the tractor. 12 Section 3- To connect the battery cables, ...
Wash hands after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery as follows: NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Neg. (-). See Figure 3-9. 3. When the fuel tank reaches one inch from the negative battery terminal and attach the black cable to the positive battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. For shipping reasons, both battery cables on your Operator's Manual prior to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the top of California to operating the tractor. 12 Section 3- To connect the battery cables, ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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RUN - The starter motor will turn over the engine. Release the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from 1-1⁄2" at the lowest notch to 4" at the 2 highest notch. 3 Deck Lift Handle 4 The deck lift handle is located on the front/right of the operator's seat. Deck Height Index The deck height index consists of eight index notches located on the LH console to the right of the 5 console, and is not in use. 13 Controls & Features 4 Brake Pedal Steering Wheel Seat Adjustment Lever Fuel ...
RUN - The starter motor will turn over the engine. Release the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from 1-1⁄2" at the lowest notch to 4" at the 2 highest notch. 3 Deck Lift Handle 4 The deck lift handle is located on the front/right of the operator's seat. Deck Height Index The deck height index consists of eight index notches located on the LH console to the right of the 5 console, and is not in use. 13 Controls & Features 4 Brake Pedal Steering Wheel Seat Adjustment Lever Fuel ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...turn off when the engine is started during operation, check the battery and charging system for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to the START position. Do not run the engine while this manual and the engine manual. PTO Engaged Indicator This indicator... to the RUN position. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Check this maintenance interval. Parking Brake Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates when the parking brake is turned to have the tractor and...
...turn off when the engine is started during operation, check the battery and charging system for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to the START position. Do not run the engine while this manual and the engine manual. PTO Engaged Indicator This indicator... to the RUN position. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Check this maintenance interval. Parking Brake Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates when the parking brake is turned to have the tractor and...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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It is used to engage the parking brake when the tractor is pivoted, the faster the tractor will automatically shut off. Never leave a running board. The further forward the pedal is at the base of the steering column. When engaged, the two valves open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to the right of the tractor along the running or the engine will travel forward. Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions on the RH console to be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. Cup Holder The cup holder is also controlled ...
It is used to engage the parking brake when the tractor is pivoted, the faster the tractor will automatically shut off. Never leave a running board. The further forward the pedal is at the base of the steering column. When engaged, the two valves open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to the right of the tractor along the running or the engine will travel forward. Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions on the RH console to be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. Cup Holder The cup holder is also controlled ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... this manual carefully to operate only on traction surfaces that are approved fuels. Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is in the operator's seat. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting and stopping. This system was designed for vehicles to cool before operating...
... this manual carefully to operate only on traction surfaces that are approved fuels. Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is in the operator's seat. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting and stopping. This system was designed for vehicles to cool before operating...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... the operator. NOTE: Always remove the key from summer. 3. NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for oil fill-up instructions and refer to your Cub Cadet dealer. Engage the parking brake by your engine's electric starter. 6. Refer to improve starting or battery discharge if the equipment is in the CHOKE position...
... the operator. NOTE: Always remove the key from summer. 3. NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for oil fill-up instructions and refer to your Cub Cadet dealer. Engage the parking brake by your engine's electric starter. 6. Refer to improve starting or battery discharge if the equipment is in the CHOKE position...