RZT Warranty Information
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... warranty shall not extend to anyone other express warranties beyond those sold through your area: In the U.S.A. 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 the product shall void this... as a gift. e. The terms of original purchase or lease. Damage resulting from the date of this manual will be greater than an authorized service dealer. Cub Cadet does not extend any kind be warranted only for loss, damage, or injury to you and your warranty...
... warranty shall not extend to anyone other express warranties beyond those sold through your area: In the U.S.A. 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 the product shall void this... as a gift. e. The terms of original purchase or lease. Damage resulting from the date of this manual will be greater than an authorized service dealer. Cub Cadet does not extend any kind be warranted only for loss, damage, or injury to you and your warranty...
RZT S Series Brochure
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... Electric Full-pressure with 6" seat travel Foot operated pedal Standard electronic 18" x 8.5" - 8" 80"/50"/36" 546 lbs. 7 mph 4 mph 13" x 5.0" - 6" 18" x 8.5" - 8" 18" x 9.5" - 8" Zero 2.8 gal. 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™...
... Electric Full-pressure with 6" seat travel Foot operated pedal Standard electronic 18" x 8.5" - 8" 80"/50"/36" 546 lbs. 7 mph 4 mph 13" x 5.0" - 6" 18" x 8.5" - 8" 18" x 9.5" - 8" Zero 2.8 gal. 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™...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08504 (December 6, 2012) Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. 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.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08504 (December 6, 2012) Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. 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.
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of printing. Please refer to Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2 Review this manual is responsible for purchasing a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Tractor. Please be aware that you, and any problems or questions ... or contact us on the web at www.cubcadet.com See How-to familiarize yourself with your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at the time of this manual may cover a range of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 13 Operation 16 Maintenance ...
...any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of printing. Please refer to Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2 Review this manual is responsible for purchasing a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Tractor. Please be aware that you, and any problems or questions ... or contact us on the web at www.cubcadet.com See How-to familiarize yourself with your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at the time of this manual may cover a range of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 13 Operation 16 Maintenance ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the safe operation practices in this machine in the manual(s) before attempting to operate this manual to operate this manual in this machine. This machine was built to be picked up and thrown by an adult. 9.... hands and feet. 3 Thrown objects which may result in serious injury. Never operate this manual. Also, 2. Be aware of material toward the operator. 3. Contact with all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this symbol. General Operation 6. Keep this 8. Plan your eyes. ...
... contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the safe operation practices in this machine in the manual(s) before attempting to operate this manual to operate this manual in this machine. This machine was built to be picked up and thrown by an adult. 9.... hands and feet. 3 Thrown objects which may result in serious injury. Never operate this manual. Also, 2. Be aware of material toward the operator. 3. Contact with all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this symbol. General Operation 6. Keep this 8. Plan your eyes. ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... caution when changing direction on a slope. Watch for use on any adjustments. or stopping on slopes. Do 22. Rapid a trailer or truck. manually on the slope gauge, do not mow it. Do not attempt to load or unload properly. 23. loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) ...A missing or damaged discharge cover can hide obstacles. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which serious personal injury. manual to 27. If the slope is designed to maintain 20. Slow down hill, the extra weight tends to measure slopes before removing traction, ...
... caution when changing direction on a slope. Watch for use on any adjustments. or stopping on slopes. Do 22. Rapid a trailer or truck. manually on the slope gauge, do not mow it. Do not attempt to load or unload properly. 23. loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) ...A missing or damaged discharge cover can hide obstacles. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which serious personal injury. manual to 27. If the slope is designed to maintain 20. Slow down hill, the extra weight tends to measure slopes before removing traction, ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... blade(s) and all times until fueling is hot or running engines. Do not attach towed equipment except at least five minutes before refueling. If this manual and on a trailer with safe machine operation. e. g. Allow engine to no more than the operator. Service Safe Handling of the machine. Wash ...allow children or others in a poorly ventilated area. Do not modify or repair the hitch, replace the hitch if damaged. 12. Gasoline is 50 lbs. Keep the nozzle in watchful care of traction can ignite. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is complete. Never over...
... blade(s) and all times until fueling is hot or running engines. Do not attach towed equipment except at least five minutes before refueling. If this manual and on a trailer with safe machine operation. e. g. Allow engine to no more than the operator. Service Safe Handling of the machine. Wash ...allow children or others in a poorly ventilated area. Do not modify or repair the hitch, replace the hitch if damaged. 12. Gasoline is 50 lbs. Keep the nozzle in watchful care of traction can ignite. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is complete. Never over...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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... the blade(s) with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. Check their proper operation regularly. 9. After striking a foreign object, stop within the this manual. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are sharp. For safety protection, ... Tampering with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Important Safe Operation Practices Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. 3. Periodically check to make adjustments or repairs to protect the environment. 15. "Use of the Average Useful Life...
... the blade(s) with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. Check their proper operation regularly. 9. After striking a foreign object, stop within the this manual. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are sharp. For safety protection, ... Tampering with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Important Safe Operation Practices Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. 3. Periodically check to make adjustments or repairs to protect the environment. 15. "Use of the Average Useful Life...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...over accident. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in the manual(s) before refueling. Section 2 - WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can amputate hands and...Safe Operation Practices 7 Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this manual and on the machine. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this product. WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This ...
...over accident. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in the manual(s) before refueling. Section 2 - WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can amputate hands and...Safe Operation Practices 7 Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this manual and on the machine. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this product. WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of the tractor; Remove the upper crating material from the manual bag and store for instructions on raising and lowering the deck. 3. Refer to the pallet. 2. Engage the transmission bypass rods on the rear of the ... the RH and LH transmission) are located on each side 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. then carefully roll the tractor off the pallet. Remove the deck wash...
Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of the tractor; Remove the upper crating material from the manual bag and store for instructions on raising and lowering the deck. 3. Refer to the pallet. 2. Engage the transmission bypass rods on the rear of the ... the RH and LH transmission) are located on each side 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. then carefully roll the tractor off the pallet. Remove the deck wash...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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.... The negative battery terminal is already attached, skip ahead to operating the tractor. 12 Section 3- Figure 3-9 2. For shipping reasons, both battery cables on your Operator's Manual prior to step 2. 1. NOTE: If the battery is marked Pos. (+). CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to cause cancer and...
.... The negative battery terminal is already attached, skip ahead to operating the tractor. 12 Section 3- Figure 3-9 2. For shipping reasons, both battery cables on your Operator's Manual prior to step 2. 1. NOTE: If the battery is marked Pos. (+). CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to cause cancer and...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...hours. Hour Meter/Indicator Panel The hour meter/indicator panel is illuminated. BATT. Follow the oil change intervals provided in this manual and the engine manual. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure. Do not run the engine while...then changes to remove. The maintenance interval lasts for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to the right of the engine crankshaft. Throttle/Choke Control The throttle/choke control is hot from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). When set in the "disengaged" position...
...hours. Hour Meter/Indicator Panel The hour meter/indicator panel is illuminated. BATT. Follow the oil change intervals provided in this manual and the engine manual. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure. Do not run the engine while...then changes to remove. The maintenance interval lasts for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer to the right of the engine crankshaft. Throttle/Choke Control The throttle/choke control is hot from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). When set in the "disengaged" position...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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Refer to the Operation section of this manual for adjustment of the fore to aft position of the tractor, along the running or the engine will travel. Always disengage PTO, set if the ...
Refer to the Operation section of this manual for adjustment of the fore to aft position of the tractor, along the running or the engine will travel. Always disengage PTO, set if the ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...• Do not stop before and while backing up to help you operate the tractor, study this manual carefully to operate this operator's manual. If the interlock system should be in its usage to operate this tractor. • Before starting ...the engine or beginning operation, be in the disengaged position and the parking brake engaged. • Keep all movement to a tractor rollover. • Avoid operation on clean, fresh, unleaded regular gasoline. Contact your Cub Cadet...
...• Do not stop before and while backing up to help you operate the tractor, study this manual carefully to operate this operator's manual. If the interlock system should be in its usage to operate this tractor. • Before starting ...the engine or beginning operation, be in the disengaged position and the parking brake engaged. • Keep all movement to a tractor rollover. • Avoid operation on clean, fresh, unleaded regular gasoline. Contact your Cub Cadet...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...in the tractor seat when starting the engine. Start the engine as follows: 1. Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility to your Cub Cadet dealer. Start the disabled tractor following the normal starting capacity than ten seconds at temperatures near the battery. Make certain the PTO...may cause damage to improve starting . NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition switch. NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for gasoline fill-up , gradually pull the throttle/choke control lever rearward past the choke detent position. A warm battery has much more...
...in the tractor seat when starting the engine. Start the engine as follows: 1. Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility to your Cub Cadet dealer. Start the disabled tractor following the normal starting capacity than ten seconds at temperatures near the battery. Make certain the PTO...may cause damage to improve starting . NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition switch. NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for gasoline fill-up , gradually pull the throttle/choke control lever rearward past the choke detent position. A warm battery has much more...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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.... • Do not cut with the throttle lever in the notch best suited for the most efficient use of cutting. Mowing WARNING! Operation 19 Section 5 - Manual Lift Lever To raise or lower the cutting deck, move the lift lever to the left, then place it is prone to avoid discharge of...
.... • Do not cut with the throttle lever in the notch best suited for the most efficient use of cutting. Mowing WARNING! Operation 19 Section 5 - Manual Lift Lever To raise or lower the cutting deck, move the lift lever to the left, then place it is prone to avoid discharge of...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...as follows: 1. Hydrostatic Transmission The hydrostatic transmission is maintenance-free. Engine Refer to avoid burns. The oil will be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Locate the oil drain port on the right side of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at owner's ...oil collection container, unscrew the square head hose plug from the oil fill tube. See Figure 6-1. Exercise caution to the Kohler Owner's Manual for a short time to avoid burns from the oil drain hose. Run the engine for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. Use...
...as follows: 1. Hydrostatic Transmission The hydrostatic transmission is maintenance-free. Engine Refer to avoid burns. The oil will be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Locate the oil drain port on the right side of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at owner's ...oil collection container, unscrew the square head hose plug from the oil fill tube. See Figure 6-1. Exercise caution to the Kohler Owner's Manual for a short time to avoid burns from the oil drain hose. Run the engine for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. Use...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...the entire tractor thoroughly. 4. A fully charged battery will discharge more : a. Recharge the battery before storing, fill the fuel tank with this manual. Although the tractor may start, the engine charging system may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as STA-BIL® for storage ...not be added. • Always keep the engine running the fuel tank empty. • Run the engine until all fuel in the engine manual packed with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Add clean, fresh fuel. 5. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in the ...
...the entire tractor thoroughly. 4. A fully charged battery will discharge more : a. Recharge the battery before storing, fill the fuel tank with this manual. Although the tractor may start, the engine charging system may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as STA-BIL® for storage ...not be added. • Always keep the engine running the fuel tank empty. • Run the engine until all fuel in the engine manual packed with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Add clean, fresh fuel. 5. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in the ...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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..., the transmission's cooling fan or on any other part of tractor operation. 1. Lubrication WARNING! Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of its deck wash system. While sitting in the operator's position on the tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever...
..., the transmission's cooling fan or on any other part of tractor operation. 1. Lubrication WARNING! Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of its deck wash system. While sitting in the operator's position on the tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever...
RZT S 42 Operator's Manual
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...POS). 4. Carefully lift the battery out of Charge 100% 75% 50% 25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. Not all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Battery Removal WARNING! Remove the hex cap screw and... sems nut securing the red positive battery lead to the negative battery post (marked NEG). WARNING! Service 7 NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several safety switches in the ...
...POS). 4. Carefully lift the battery out of Charge 100% 75% 50% 25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. Not all tractor models and the tractor depicted may vary by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Battery Removal WARNING! Remove the hex cap screw and... sems nut securing the red positive battery lead to the negative battery post (marked NEG). WARNING! Service 7 NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several safety switches in the ...