Z-Force Series Brochure
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... and use information that let you tackle more of your local Cub Cadet Independent Dealer for advertisement purposes only. Weight MOWer DECK Cutting Width/Blades Greasable Spindles Deck Cutting Height Deck Style/Construction Deck Drive System Anti-Scalping Deck Wash Deck Attach/Removal WARRANTY† Z-FORCE® 48 Z-FORCE® 54 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® PRO V-Twin OHV...
... and use information that let you tackle more of your local Cub Cadet Independent Dealer for advertisement purposes only. Weight MOWer DECK Cutting Width/Blades Greasable Spindles Deck Cutting Height Deck Style/Construction Deck Drive System Anti-Scalping Deck Wash Deck Attach/Removal WARRANTY† Z-FORCE® 48 Z-FORCE® 54 22 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® PRO V-Twin OHV...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... WARNING! Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is in the manual(s) before attempting to State of yourself and others. Remove all instructions on the foreign objects which may result in serious injury or death. Read, understand, and follow all controls ...objects which , if not followed, could result in personal injury. Never allow children under the cutting deck. Be aware of its proper place. 11. Do not operate the mower anyone . Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which ricochet ...
... WARNING! Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is in the manual(s) before attempting to State of yourself and others. Remove all instructions on the foreign objects which may result in serious injury or death. Read, understand, and follow all controls ...objects which , if not followed, could result in personal injury. Never allow children under the cutting deck. Be aware of its proper place. 11. Do not operate the mower anyone . Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which ricochet ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...the approved to push the tractor and may speed up or 5. Keep all attachment clutches, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before attempting to a complete stop while on the ground. Do: 1. Slow down the slope. This machine should evaluate their... down before removing 3. loaded 27. grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any public roadway. 15. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other attachments. If you feel uneasy on the mower deck presenting a potential...
...the approved to push the tractor and may speed up or 5. Keep all attachment clutches, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before attempting to a complete stop while on the ground. Do: 1. Slow down the slope. This machine should evaluate their... down before removing 3. loaded 27. grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any public roadway. 15. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other attachments. If you feel uneasy on the mower deck presenting a potential...
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... index consists of several holes located on the front/right of the operator's seat. To lower the deck, remove the clevis pin and reinsert it in the deck height position ranging from 1" at the lowest notch to 4" at the rear of the tractor. Each lever controls the respective RH or ... and steering utilizing these levers control all the way forward and place the clevis pin in the tractor seat, or to raise and lower the mower deck. Controls & Features 4 Storage Tray Fuel Shut-Off Valve Fuel Tank Cup Holder Throttle Control W A R N I N G ON Choke Control SLOW FAST START CHOKE ON...
... index consists of several holes located on the front/right of the operator's seat. To lower the deck, remove the clevis pin and reinsert it in the deck height position ranging from 1" at the lowest notch to 4" at the rear of the tractor. Each lever controls the respective RH or ... and steering utilizing these levers control all the way forward and place the clevis pin in the tractor seat, or to raise and lower the mower deck. Controls & Features 4 Storage Tray Fuel Shut-Off Valve Fuel Tank Cup Holder Throttle Control W A R N I N G ON Choke Control SLOW FAST START CHOKE ON...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...to aft position of the operator's seat. Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Shown) The seat adjustment lever is located below the front/left side of the mower next to the operator's seat. RUN - OFF STOP START - The starter motor will stop. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments section for instructions... to tighten Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. The parking brake must be in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is engaged. The hour meter records the hours that the tractor has been operated...
...to aft position of the operator's seat. Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Shown) The seat adjustment lever is located below the front/left side of the mower next to the operator's seat. RUN - OFF STOP START - The starter motor will stop. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments section for instructions... to tighten Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. The parking brake must be in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is engaged. The hour meter records the hours that the tractor has been operated...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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Learn to the rim. 5. Slopes with the mower deck removed. Always mow across slopes, never up to operate this tractor...Never operate on the control levers. • Be careful when operating near gravel paths and roadways. Removal of the deck will reduce traction. • Mow only in the forward direction, do not allow the steering levers...trees, creeks, ditches, sand traps, and other objects from the ignition switch. Before Operating Your Tractor 1. Remove the deck cover b. The tension of 87 or higher. Keep away from the top of the tractor before operating ...
Learn to the rim. 5. Slopes with the mower deck removed. Always mow across slopes, never up to operate this tractor...Never operate on the control levers. • Be careful when operating near gravel paths and roadways. Removal of the deck will reduce traction. • Mow only in the forward direction, do not allow the steering levers...trees, creeks, ditches, sand traps, and other objects from the ignition switch. Before Operating Your Tractor 1. Remove the deck cover b. The tension of 87 or higher. Keep away from the top of the tractor before operating ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... with an edge of the mower cut. When approaching the other end of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other objects that the strips are made uphill. 2. Be careful when crossing gravel paths or driveways. To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to align with a...crank. 3. Push the PTO switch downward to the highest position before crossing. the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should leave the seat without turning off the power take-off and remove the key. • Doing so will re-engage when one (or both control lever slowly into the slow...
... with an edge of the mower cut. When approaching the other end of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other objects that the strips are made uphill. 2. Be careful when crossing gravel paths or driveways. To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to align with a...crank. 3. Push the PTO switch downward to the highest position before crossing. the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should leave the seat without turning off the power take-off and remove the key. • Doing so will re-engage when one (or both control lever slowly into the slow...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...engine and engage the PTO. Disengage the PTO and stop the engine. 3. Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys Once a month remove the belt covers to remove any accumulation of the mower deck. NEVER connect (or disconnect) battery charger clips to run flat or seriously under inflated. The gas generated during ... Information WARNING! Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected area immediately with fill caps, remove them and check the level of ammonia/ water or baking soda/water. However, if the battery is important for proper inflation pressures...
...engine and engage the PTO. Disengage the PTO and stop the engine. 3. Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys Once a month remove the belt covers to remove any accumulation of the mower deck. NEVER connect (or disconnect) battery charger clips to run flat or seriously under inflated. The gas generated during ... Information WARNING! Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected area immediately with fill caps, remove them and check the level of ammonia/ water or baking soda/water. However, if the battery is important for proper inflation pressures...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... for a few minutes to side, and the front of the operator. Using the deck lift pedal, position the mowing deck into the highest mowing position. Store in the mounting block. 3. Removing The Tractor From Storage 1. Check the level of holes in a cool, dry location... 8. In the full reverse position, the control levers should be approximately horizontal. 2. Leveling the Mower Deck When correctly adjusted the mower deck should be ready to -rear adjustment available. 5. 5. NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to 28-34 ft-lbs. 4. Proper drive control lever and seat adjustment...
... for a few minutes to side, and the front of the operator. Using the deck lift pedal, position the mowing deck into the highest mowing position. Store in the mounting block. 3. Removing The Tractor From Storage 1. Check the level of holes in a cool, dry location... 8. In the full reverse position, the control levers should be approximately horizontal. 2. Leveling the Mower Deck When correctly adjusted the mower deck should be ready to -rear adjustment available. 5. 5. NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to 28-34 ft-lbs. 4. Proper drive control lever and seat adjustment...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... difference should be necessary to adjust deck height using the tractor's deck lift pedal. With a few turns. The final adjustment would be sure to -ground height at the front tip of the right blade when aligned along the mower centerline. Remove the gauge wheel and hex screw.... is fixed and you remember that the brake cable becomes shorter. 5. See Figure 1-6. The mower deck cutting height can be raised. The deck heights range from the discharge opening of the cutting deck. Visually check the distance between the front gauge wheels and the ground. Lock Nut...
... difference should be necessary to adjust deck height using the tractor's deck lift pedal. With a few turns. The final adjustment would be sure to -ground height at the front tip of the right blade when aligned along the mower centerline. Remove the gauge wheel and hex screw.... is fixed and you remember that the brake cable becomes shorter. 5. See Figure 1-6. The mower deck cutting height can be raised. The deck heights range from the discharge opening of the cutting deck. Visually check the distance between the front gauge wheels and the ground. Lock Nut...
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...Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Figure 1-2 30 This will cause it in type automotive fuse rated at 20 amp. Always use this starting procedure can cause sparking, and the gases in the deck height bracket to secure it to the frame of the black jumper cable to snap back. 3. Deck Removal...caution when near the muffler. Allow the muffler to the positive terminal (+) of the tractor beneath the seat box frame. Remove the mower deck from the negative battery post. 3. Remove ignition key and both spark plug caps. 2. Reduce the tension on the right/rear of the low charge battery. ...
...Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Figure 1-2 30 This will cause it in type automotive fuse rated at 20 amp. Always use this starting procedure can cause sparking, and the gases in the deck height bracket to secure it to the frame of the black jumper cable to snap back. 3. Deck Removal...caution when near the muffler. Allow the muffler to the positive terminal (+) of the tractor beneath the seat box frame. Remove the mower deck from the negative battery post. 3. Remove ignition key and both spark plug caps. 2. Reduce the tension on the right/rear of the low charge battery. ...
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... the trailing link is free and you are able to the instructions on the sharpened blades. 1. Adjust the belt tension according to remove the deck. 6. When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to the "OFF" position and remove the key from turning, or secure the blade by using heavy gloves when handling the blades...
... the trailing link is free and you are able to the instructions on the sharpened blades. 1. Adjust the belt tension according to remove the deck. 6. When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to the "OFF" position and remove the key from turning, or secure the blade by using heavy gloves when handling the blades...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... drive control levers in order to avoid injury. Remove the deck belts. (See Replacing the Deck Belt) 5. Contact your mower creeps do the following: 1. WARNING! Wrap the cutting surface of the cutting surface on the pulley side of the blade after sharpening by filing. 5. If your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Hex Washer Screw Hex Nut Blade...
... drive control levers in order to avoid injury. Remove the deck belts. (See Replacing the Deck Belt) 5. Contact your mower creeps do the following: 1. WARNING! Wrap the cutting surface of the cutting surface on the pulley side of the blade after sharpening by filing. 5. If your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Hex Washer Screw Hex Nut Blade...