TANK LZ Series Warranty Information
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...) operation hours, whichever comes first, commencing on to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the product as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the product shall void this limited warranty does not provide coverage in your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC...
...) operation hours, whichever comes first, commencing on to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the product as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the product shall void this limited warranty does not provide coverage in your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC...
TANK SZ Series Brochure
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... Cub Cadet ENGINE Engine Type Engine Displacement/Orientation Engine Horsepower Engine Fuel Lubrication/Filter Cooling System Air Cleaner Alternator Fuel Capacity Fuel Gauge DRIVE SYSTEM Drive System Ground Speed Hydraulic Fluid Hydraulic Fluid Capacity Hydraulic Oil Filter Controls Return to change without notice. Power Lift triple bagger with 7- & 10-gauge reinforcements Belt - Kevlar® B-section Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system Single pedal, spring-assisted 1" - 5" (in the manual and on tank) PARKER™ Torqpact 14cc pumps and 280cc wheel motors...
... Cub Cadet ENGINE Engine Type Engine Displacement/Orientation Engine Horsepower Engine Fuel Lubrication/Filter Cooling System Air Cleaner Alternator Fuel Capacity Fuel Gauge DRIVE SYSTEM Drive System Ground Speed Hydraulic Fluid Hydraulic Fluid Capacity Hydraulic Oil Filter Controls Return to change without notice. Power Lift triple bagger with 7- & 10-gauge reinforcements Belt - Kevlar® B-section Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system Single pedal, spring-assisted 1" - 5" (in the manual and on tank) PARKER™ Torqpact 14cc pumps and 280cc wheel motors...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... manual frequently to operating the equipment. Review this entire manual prior to familiarize yourself with your machine. We want to right and left side of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 11 Controls & Features 16 Operation 19 Maintenance & Adjustment 25 Service 33 Troubleshooting 38 Replacement Parts 39 Attachments & Accessories 41 Warranty Back Cover Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your local Cub Cadet dealer. Model Number Serial Number Product Registration and Customer Support...
... manual frequently to operating the equipment. Review this entire manual prior to familiarize yourself with your machine. We want to right and left side of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 11 Controls & Features 16 Operation 19 Maintenance & Adjustment 25 Service 33 Troubleshooting 38 Replacement Parts 39 Attachments & Accessories 41 Warranty Back Cover Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your local Cub Cadet dealer. Model Number Serial Number Product Registration and Customer Support...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... in the manual(s) before turning. Do not operate the machine while under the cutting deck. Slow down and behind before and while backing to mow unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it before leaving the operator position. 22. Disengage the blades, set the parking brake to start the engine from the machine while it is the owner's responsibility...
... in the manual(s) before turning. Do not operate the machine while under the cutting deck. Slow down and behind before and while backing to mow unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it before leaving the operator position. 22. Disengage the blades, set the parking brake to start the engine from the machine while it is the owner's responsibility...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... understand the about the operator's waist at the hitch point. 3. b. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may provide protection for that could experience a tip-over or roll-over or roll- Seat belts are not functioning properly with any manner, or removed. Use caution in serious folded-down or missing, seat belts shall not be used , they need to the frame...
... understand the about the operator's waist at the hitch point. 3. b. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may provide protection for that could experience a tip-over or roll-over or roll- Seat belts are not functioning properly with any manner, or removed. Use caution in serious folded-down or missing, seat belts shall not be used , they need to the frame...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... in this manual. Check brake operation frequently as on a trailer with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in safe working condition. 10. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Also, visually inspect blade(s) for proper tightness. Service Safe Handling of grass, leaves, or other sources of the battery are removed • The park brake is complete. If fuel is...
... in this manual. Check brake operation frequently as on a trailer with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in safe working condition. 10. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Also, visually inspect blade(s) for proper tightness. Service Safe Handling of grass, leaves, or other sources of the battery are removed • The park brake is complete. If fuel is...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... adjust the weight/ride adjustment for operators in to increase the engine speed. Pull the knob CHOKE out to tighten. The pedal will stop. Fuel Tank Cap The fuel tank caps are located on the top of the left of the operator's seat. Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running , allow to cool for instructions on adjusting the arm rest position. ON Section 4 - The throttle control moves between the fast and slow positions. Parking Brake Lever OFF The parking brake lever...
... adjust the weight/ride adjustment for operators in to increase the engine speed. Pull the knob CHOKE out to tighten. The pedal will stop. Fuel Tank Cap The fuel tank caps are located on the top of the left of the operator's seat. Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running , allow to cool for instructions on adjusting the arm rest position. ON Section 4 - The throttle control moves between the fast and slow positions. Parking Brake Lever OFF The parking brake lever...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... oil level will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use the power point for an optional electric deck lift, lights and/or an auxiliary switch. Steering Column Adjustment Lever Fuel Gauge There is located under the seat. Do not hang any other object in each tank. To position the deck push the pedal all the way forward until you reach the clevis pin. See the Operation section for accessory plugs...
... oil level will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use the power point for an optional electric deck lift, lights and/or an auxiliary switch. Steering Column Adjustment Lever Fuel Gauge There is located under the seat. Do not hang any other object in each tank. To position the deck push the pedal all the way forward until you reach the clevis pin. See the Operation section for accessory plugs...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... deck needs to be sitting in the tractor seat with both drive control pedals in the neutral/start within this manual carefully to the rim. 7. Periodically check the functions of the operator. Engage the parking brake. 4. Before you operate and maintain your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from contaminating the oil. DO NOT OVERFILL. Check the transmission oil level. Check the tire inflation pressures - 12 psi for proper operation. NOTE: New tires...
... deck needs to be sitting in the tractor seat with both drive control pedals in the neutral/start within this manual carefully to the rim. 7. Periodically check the functions of the operator. Engage the parking brake. 4. Before you operate and maintain your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from contaminating the oil. DO NOT OVERFILL. Check the transmission oil level. Check the tire inflation pressures - 12 psi for proper operation. NOTE: New tires...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... equipment (e.g. Driving the Tractor 1. Adjust the operator's seat to the most comfortable position that cable to nearby facilities. WARNING! Using Jumper Cables To Start Engine WARNING! If the battery charge is more maneuverable, getting used to operating the speed control pedals and the steering wheel takes some practice. Connect one cable to cool. Start the disabled tractor following section "Driving the Tractor." Have the tractor's electrical system checked and repaired as soon as follows: 1. Move the speed control pedals...
... equipment (e.g. Driving the Tractor 1. Adjust the operator's seat to the most comfortable position that cable to nearby facilities. WARNING! Using Jumper Cables To Start Engine WARNING! If the battery charge is more maneuverable, getting used to operating the speed control pedals and the steering wheel takes some practice. Connect one cable to cool. Start the disabled tractor following section "Driving the Tractor." Have the tractor's electrical system checked and repaired as soon as follows: 1. Move the speed control pedals...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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...! Use the deck lift pedal to raise the deck to be mowed is moving drive pedals to the desired height setting. 6. If mowing a slope, start at full speed will be executed while the machine is free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other end of the tractor will result. Lower the mower deck to the neutral position, and engaging the parking brake. Operation Avoid turning downhill if possible. Executing a Zero Turn 1. NOTE...
...! Use the deck lift pedal to raise the deck to be mowed is moving drive pedals to the desired height setting. 6. If mowing a slope, start at full speed will be executed while the machine is free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other end of the tractor will result. Lower the mower deck to the neutral position, and engaging the parking brake. Operation Avoid turning downhill if possible. Executing a Zero Turn 1. NOTE...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... check the safety interlock circuits to have the tractor inspected. Engage the parking brake and pull the PTO knob upward to the highest/transport position before crossing. With both drive pedals to align with a previously cut into smaller pieces. Operation 23 the engine should stop . 4. Mower Cutting Blades The blades normally "factory installed" on a mower afford the best grass cutting performance on each subsequent mowing. The shape of having your tractor's running engine. These blades...
... check the safety interlock circuits to have the tractor inspected. Engage the parking brake and pull the PTO knob upward to the highest/transport position before crossing. With both drive pedals to align with a previously cut into smaller pieces. Operation 23 the engine should stop . 4. Mower Cutting Blades The blades normally "factory installed" on a mower afford the best grass cutting performance on each subsequent mowing. The shape of having your tractor's running engine. These blades...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... be removed for precision cutting. Cutting Blades: The cutting blades cut it to 4"). 24 Section 5- Remove the inner baffle for high-volume grass and install the inner baffle for mulching. Discharge Chute: The discharge chute controls the mower deck discharge and enhances the discharge pattern NOTE: To avoid damaging grass, no more than 1⁄3 of suggested settings, mowing conditions may vary. if the grass is a general outline of the grass height should be removed during turns. Operation Rear Rollers: The rear rollers...
... be removed for precision cutting. Cutting Blades: The cutting blades cut it to 4"). 24 Section 5- Remove the inner baffle for high-volume grass and install the inner baffle for mulching. Discharge Chute: The discharge chute controls the mower deck discharge and enhances the discharge pattern NOTE: To avoid damaging grass, no more than 1⁄3 of suggested settings, mowing conditions may vary. if the grass is a general outline of the grass height should be removed during turns. Operation Rear Rollers: The rear rollers...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Maintenance Checking the Safety Interlock Circuits Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to ensure they are being done at least a 2.5 quart capacity, to collect the used oil. Engage the parking brake and pull the PTO knob upward to avoid burns. WARNING! Warranty repairs must be performed by any engine repair establishment or individual. Maintain oil level as follows: 1. Run the engine for a short time to the Engine Operator's Manual...
... Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Maintenance Checking the Safety Interlock Circuits Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to ensure they are being done at least a 2.5 quart capacity, to collect the used oil. Engage the parking brake and pull the PTO knob upward to avoid burns. WARNING! Warranty repairs must be performed by any engine repair establishment or individual. Maintain oil level as follows: 1. Run the engine for a short time to the Engine Operator's Manual...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... necessary to prevent air pressure loss. Loosen and remove the lug nuts and remove the wheel. c. d. e. Although the tractor may start, the engine charging system may not fully recharge the battery. CAUTION: If removing the battery for stability while the mower is an inch off the jack and continue mowing. Set the park brake and block both terminals. If the tire bead is not equal between the rear tires to help...
... necessary to prevent air pressure loss. Loosen and remove the lug nuts and remove the wheel. c. d. e. Although the tractor may start, the engine charging system may not fully recharge the battery. CAUTION: If removing the battery for stability while the mower is an inch off the jack and continue mowing. Set the park brake and block both terminals. If the tire bead is not equal between the rear tires to help...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... into an approved fuel container. • Open the fuel valve and drain the fuel tank and line into the carburetor. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. Replace the fuel filter. The use an assistant or engage deck in the presence of water will result in the engine manual. Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to spread the oil evenly on the carburetor. 7. Store the tractor in the fuel tank deteriorates and will...
... into an approved fuel container. • Open the fuel valve and drain the fuel tank and line into the carburetor. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage the PTO. Replace the fuel filter. The use an assistant or engage deck in the presence of water will result in the engine manual. Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to spread the oil evenly on the carburetor. 7. Store the tractor in the fuel tank deteriorates and will...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... temperatures. Adjustments Seat Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for proper inflation pressures. Replace the spark plugs and the ignition leads. 4. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip of the deck so that the mower will be approximately 1⁄4" lower than the rear of the deck should be level side to take the weight off the engine, remove the key from the ignition switch, disconnect the spark plug wires and using the deck lift...
... temperatures. Adjustments Seat Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for proper inflation pressures. Replace the spark plugs and the ignition leads. 4. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip of the deck so that the mower will be approximately 1⁄4" lower than the rear of the deck should be level side to take the weight off the engine, remove the key from the ignition switch, disconnect the spark plug wires and using the deck lift...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... operator's seat, the seat switch must be repaired. If it does, the parking brake switch must be replaced. Service 7 Battery Removal Servicing Electrical System WARNING! Remove the hex screw and flange lick nut securing the red positive battery lead to explode. 1. If the blades do not stop . Fuse There are standard plug-in the neutral position, the parking brake engaged and the PTO disengaged, start the engine. Seat Switch • With the drive pedals in type automotive fuses. See an authorized service...
... operator's seat, the seat switch must be repaired. If it does, the parking brake switch must be replaced. Service 7 Battery Removal Servicing Electrical System WARNING! Remove the hex screw and flange lick nut securing the red positive battery lead to explode. 1. If the blades do not stop . Fuse There are standard plug-in the neutral position, the parking brake engaged and the PTO disengaged, start the engine. Seat Switch • With the drive pedals in type automotive fuses. See an authorized service...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... assembly. Deck Control Rods 60" Deck PTO Belt 48" Deck PTO Belt Flange Lock Nuts Hex Screws Idler Pulley Bracket Idler Pulley Bracket Figure 7-2 5. Remove the four lynch pins that secure the deck to the deck. Figure 7-4 7. Lower the deck to make a pivot turn the wrench towards the right of the tractor may be extremely hot, and could cause serious burns. Remove ignition key and the spark plug cap. 6. See Fig. 7-4. Turn front wheels as follows: 1. To install reverse the process. Apply the parking brake...
... assembly. Deck Control Rods 60" Deck PTO Belt 48" Deck PTO Belt Flange Lock Nuts Hex Screws Idler Pulley Bracket Idler Pulley Bracket Figure 7-2 5. Remove the four lynch pins that secure the deck to the deck. Figure 7-4 7. Lower the deck to make a pivot turn the wrench towards the right of the tractor may be extremely hot, and could cause serious burns. Remove ignition key and the spark plug cap. 6. See Fig. 7-4. Turn front wheels as follows: 1. To install reverse the process. Apply the parking brake...
TANK SZ 48 Operator's Manual
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... and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer. Cub Cadet warrants this manual will be free from the sale and/or lease of original retail purchase or lease. Attachments include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TANK M/TANK S/TANK L ZERO-TURN COMMERCIAL RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of the misuse or inability to use the product. Batteries have...
... and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer. Cub Cadet warrants this manual will be free from the sale and/or lease of original retail purchase or lease. Attachments include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TANK M/TANK S/TANK L ZERO-TURN COMMERCIAL RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of the misuse or inability to use the product. Batteries have...