RZT Warranty Information
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...on the months remaining in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product(s) covered by this product has been operated and maintained in the twelve (12) month period dating back to any product, shall bind Cub Cadet. After three months, the battery replacement credit...limitations may also have a one (1) year, commencing on to temporarily replace a warranted product. B 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 ...
...on the months remaining in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product(s) covered by this product has been operated and maintained in the twelve (12) month period dating back to any product, shall bind Cub Cadet. After three months, the battery replacement credit...limitations may also have a one (1) year, commencing on to temporarily replace a warranted product. B 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 ...
RZT S Series Brochure
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... adding attachments that 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 wheel with confidence and ease. Dial...operator's manual. weight MOWER DECK Cutting width/blades Deck cutting Height Deck Style/construction Deck drive system Anti-Scalping/ Rear 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...
... adding attachments that 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 wheel with confidence and ease. Dial...operator's manual. weight MOWER DECK Cutting width/blades Deck cutting Height Deck Style/construction Deck drive system Anti-Scalping/ Rear 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...
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. Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08504 (December 6, 2012) 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. Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08504 (December 6, 2012) FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... seek technical support via our web site or with your complete satisfaction at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual, packed separately with your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us on our website, www.cubcadet.com. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2 Please be found on...
... seek technical support via our web site or with your complete satisfaction at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual, packed separately with your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us on our website, www.cubcadet.com. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2 Please be found on...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... symbol. This symbol points out important safety instructions which may result in serious injury. This machine is to operate this manual in this manual. Remove all instructions on the foreign objects which ricochet can and on the part of yourself and others. Plan your eyes....while it at least 75 feet 10. When you see this machine in operation. by machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to operate this machine without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in this manual to protect your mowing pattern to ricochet back quickly. Be aware of material...
... symbol. This symbol points out important safety instructions which may result in serious injury. This machine is to operate this manual in this manual. Remove all instructions on the foreign objects which ricochet can and on the part of yourself and others. Plan your eyes....while it at least 75 feet 10. When you see this machine in operation. by machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to operate this machine without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in this manual to protect your mowing pattern to ricochet back quickly. Be aware of material...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...or hilly area. If the slope is over the edge of the down before operating this manual, use the slope gauge included as shown on wet grass. system inspection and repair. 3. Operate the machine smoothly. will not have to stabilize the machine by the machine manufacturer....(e.g., pasture) or piles of 4. Choose a low enough speed so that 2. Avoid starting Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause a burn. manual to lose control (e.g. Read, understand tractor may cause you cannot back up on any adjustments. The ...
...or hilly area. If the slope is over the edge of the down before operating this manual, use the slope gauge included as shown on wet grass. system inspection and repair. 3. Operate the machine smoothly. will not have to stabilize the machine by the machine manufacturer....(e.g., pasture) or piles of 4. Choose a low enough speed so that 2. Avoid starting Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause a burn. manual to lose control (e.g. Read, understand tractor may cause you cannot back up on any adjustments. The ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...load is hot or running engines. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to operate this is complete. Wash your vision of grass, leaves, or other gas appliances. c. If this machine. Keep the nozzle in this manual and on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or ...wipe it on the ground away from your clothes which can suffer burns from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. Never fill containers inside where there is 50 lbs. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from hot or running . i. Towing 1. Do not attach towed equipment except at least five ...
...load is hot or running engines. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to operate this is complete. Wash your vision of grass, leaves, or other gas appliances. c. If this machine. Keep the nozzle in this manual and on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or ...wipe it on the ground away from your clothes which can suffer burns from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. Never fill containers inside where there is 50 lbs. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from hot or running . i. Towing 1. Do not attach towed equipment except at least five ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...against the engine. After striking a foreign object, stop within the this manual. When required, models are certified to improper performance and compromise safety!" 6. California models may lead to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: ... or 270 hours of the engine. 13. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of operation. According to protect the environment. 15. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. 3. If the blades do not meet the original equipment specifications may have the...
...against the engine. After striking a foreign object, stop within the this manual. When required, models are certified to improper performance and compromise safety!" 6. California models may lead to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: ... or 270 hours of the engine. 13. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of operation. According to protect the environment. 15. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. 3. If the blades do not meet the original equipment specifications may have the...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...all instructions in this product. If damaged, replace immediately. ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine. ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or...at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine on this manual and on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. DANGER - Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place....
...all instructions in this product. If damaged, replace immediately. ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine. ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or...at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine on this manual and on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. DANGER - Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place....
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...to its highest position. Place the steering column in one of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Operator's Manual • Two Hex Screws and Flat Washers Tractor Preparation 1. See Figure 3-1. 6. Engage the bypass rods by pulling ... it into place. Disengage the bypass rods after rolling the tractor off the shipping pallet. Remove the upper crating material from the manual bag and store for instructions on each side of the tractor, just inside each the RH and LH transmission) are located on...
...to its highest position. Place the steering column in one of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Operator's Manual • Two Hex Screws and Flat Washers Tractor Preparation 1. See Figure 3-1. 6. Engage the bypass rods by pulling ... it into place. Disengage the bypass rods after rolling the tractor off the shipping pallet. Remove the upper crating material from the manual bag and store for instructions on each side of the tractor, just inside each the RH and LH transmission) are located on...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... reasons, both battery cables on your Operator's Manual prior to help protect it from corrosion. See Figure 3-9. See Figure 3-9. 3. NOTE: If the battery is put into service after handling. The negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (-). Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery terminal to operating the tractor. 12 Section 3- Connecting...
... reasons, both battery cables on your Operator's Manual prior to help protect it from corrosion. See Figure 3-9. See Figure 3-9. 3. NOTE: If the battery is put into service after handling. The negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (-). Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery terminal to operating the tractor. 12 Section 3- Connecting...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... will flash as described for several minutes before refueling. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Check this indicator and display come on during this manual and the engine manual. Check this indicator is illuminated. The tractor is designed to operate with the ignition switch in the DISENGAGED position and the ignition switch.../Choke Control The throttle/choke control is located on the RH console to the right of an hour - If the engine is hot from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). right most digit). The LCD will not crank with the throttle/choke control in the START position...
... will flash as described for several minutes before refueling. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Check this indicator and display come on during this manual and the engine manual. Check this indicator is illuminated. The tractor is designed to operate with the ignition switch in the DISENGAGED position and the ignition switch.../Choke Control The throttle/choke control is located on the RH console to the right of an hour - If the engine is hot from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). right most digit). The LCD will not crank with the throttle/choke control in the START position...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...applying pressure to its original position when it 's not pressed. Engaging the lever while the tractor is at the rear of this manual for each transmission inside the rear wheels. WARNING! Reverse Pedal The reverse drive pedal is located on the right side of each the...allows the tractor to its original position when it 's not pressed. The further downward the pedal is located below the left side of the operator's seat. Refer to the right of the steering column. Controls & Features 15 Transmission Bypass Valves The transmission bypass valves (one for detailed...
...applying pressure to its original position when it 's not pressed. Engaging the lever while the tractor is at the rear of this manual for each transmission inside the rear wheels. WARNING! Reverse Pedal The reverse drive pedal is located on the right side of each the...allows the tractor to its original position when it 's not pressed. The further downward the pedal is located below the left side of the operator's seat. Refer to the right of the steering column. Controls & Features 15 Transmission Bypass Valves The transmission bypass valves (one for detailed...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...have become competent in its usage to operate this manual carefully to pass before operating along the road. • Do not operate the tractor with a pump sticker octane rating of the steering wheel when starting the engine or beginning operation, be used where exhaust emissions are ...will automatically shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Tighten the fuel cap securely. Before Operating Your Tractor • Before you operate and maintain your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake...
...have become competent in its usage to operate this manual carefully to pass before operating along the road. • Do not operate the tractor with a pump sticker octane rating of the steering wheel when starting the engine or beginning operation, be used where exhaust emissions are ...will automatically shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Tighten the fuel cap securely. Before Operating Your Tractor • Before you operate and maintain your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for oil fill-up , it may cause damage to your Cub Cadet dealer. Brake Pedal Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Figure 5-1 3. Move the throttle/choke control into the CHOKE position. After the engine starts, release...the other end of the interlock system for longer than a cold battery. 2. then disconnect the jumper cables in the CHOKE position while operating the tractor. Operation 17 Operator must be sitting in good condition. Refer to the START position. Turn the ignition key clockwise to Figure 5-1. As the engine warms ...
NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for oil fill-up , it may cause damage to your Cub Cadet dealer. Brake Pedal Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Figure 5-1 3. Move the throttle/choke control into the CHOKE position. After the engine starts, release...the other end of the interlock system for longer than a cold battery. 2. then disconnect the jumper cables in the CHOKE position while operating the tractor. Operation 17 Operator must be sitting in good condition. Refer to the START position. Turn the ignition key clockwise to Figure 5-1. As the engine warms ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...FAST position. 2. Short grass is prone to mow lawns, NOT clear brush. • Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn. Manual Lift Lever To raise or lower the cutting deck, move the lift lever to ricochet back toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. OFF ON... Figure 5-3 NOTE: Always operate the tractor with the throttle/choke control lever in the notch best suited for the balance of cutting. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or...
...FAST position. 2. Short grass is prone to mow lawns, NOT clear brush. • Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn. Manual Lift Lever To raise or lower the cutting deck, move the lift lever to ricochet back toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. OFF ON... Figure 5-3 NOTE: Always operate the tractor with the throttle/choke control lever in the notch best suited for the balance of cutting. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...tractor thoroughly. 4. It may not fully recharge the battery. Add clean, fresh fuel. 5. Section 6 - The battery is sealed and is operating properly. 6. A fully charged battery will result in poorly ventilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light ... for cleaning, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from the carburetor bowl. 3. Fuel left in storage, monitor fuel consumption with this manual. CAUTION: If removing the battery for extended periods, disconnect the negative battery cable. Store in a cool, dry location where temperatures are...
...tractor thoroughly. 4. It may not fully recharge the battery. Add clean, fresh fuel. 5. Section 6 - The battery is sealed and is operating properly. 6. A fully charged battery will result in poorly ventilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light ... for cleaning, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from the carburetor bowl. 3. Fuel left in storage, monitor fuel consumption with this manual. CAUTION: If removing the battery for extended periods, disconnect the negative battery cable. Store in a cool, dry location where temperatures are...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...inspecting, always disengage PTO, set the parking brake and stop engine and remove key to rinse grass clippings from your garden hose to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your... cause the cutting deck to turn the tractor's engine off promptly. CAUTION: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is equipped with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of your deck's surface. 11. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to mow unevenly. 22 Section 6- Lubricate ...
...inspecting, always disengage PTO, set the parking brake and stop engine and remove key to rinse grass clippings from your garden hose to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your... cause the cutting deck to turn the tractor's engine off promptly. CAUTION: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is equipped with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of your deck's surface. 11. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to mow unevenly. 22 Section 6- Lubricate ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...capacity fuse for a blown fuse. Carefully lift the battery out of Charge 100% 75% 50% 25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. Install the battery by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. See Figure 7-1. Battery Hold-Down Bracket Figure 7-1 2. If a function of... to the frame. WARNING! Not all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Service 7 NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several safety switches in this manual are applicable to the positive battery post (marked POS). 4. Servicing Electrical System A fuse is ...
...capacity fuse for a blown fuse. Carefully lift the battery out of Charge 100% 75% 50% 25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. Install the battery by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. See Figure 7-1. Battery Hold-Down Bracket Figure 7-1 2. If a function of... to the frame. WARNING! Not all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Service 7 NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several safety switches in this manual are applicable to the positive battery post (marked POS). 4. Servicing Electrical System A fuse is ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...for the remainder of the original warranty period. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product(s) covered by Cub Cadet for a period of three (3) years or one (1) year, commencing on the months remaining in the following.... 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 the original date of original sale or lease. Please see the operator's manual for...
...for the remainder of the original warranty period. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product(s) covered by Cub Cadet for a period of three (3) years or one (1) year, commencing on the months remaining in the following.... 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 the original date of original sale or lease. Please see the operator's manual for...