Z-Force Series Brochure
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...CAPABILITIES The dual hydrostatic rear-wheel transmission allows for easy zero-turn riders Z-FORCE® SERIES Z-FORCE® 48 Z-FORCE® 54 Designed for Homeowner use with flat terrain up to 3.5 acres FEATURES 48" and 54" heavy-duty fabricated deck Highly efficient and durable DUAL HYDRO-GEAR... cutting deck for a better experience. Prove it to a high-backed seat. That's the Cub Cadet Advantage. Along with a test drive. A STEP UP IN POWER AND PERFORMANCE. Featuring a triple-blade cutting system and floating deck, along with complete comfort thanks to yourself with the comfort of...
...CAPABILITIES The dual hydrostatic rear-wheel transmission allows for easy zero-turn riders Z-FORCE® SERIES Z-FORCE® 48 Z-FORCE® 54 Designed for Homeowner use with flat terrain up to 3.5 acres FEATURES 48" and 54" heavy-duty fabricated deck Highly efficient and durable DUAL HYDRO-GEAR... cutting deck for a better experience. Prove it to a high-backed seat. That's the Cub Cadet Advantage. Along with a test drive. A STEP UP IN POWER AND PERFORMANCE. Featuring a triple-blade cutting system and floating deck, along with complete comfort thanks to yourself with the comfort of...
Z-Force Series Brochure
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... Overall Length Approx. 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 24 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® PRO V-Twin OHV 725cc...
... Overall Length Approx. 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 24 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® Courage® PRO V-Twin OHV 725cc...
Z-Force Series Warranty Information
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.... Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items such as a gift. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for this warranty. Service completed by Cub Cadet for whom it was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. No warranties shall apply ... 1-877-282-8684 MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238 GDOC-100090 REV. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR Z-FORCE S/Z-FORCE ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of the misuse or inability ...
.... Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items such as a gift. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for this warranty. Service completed by Cub Cadet for whom it was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. No warranties shall apply ... 1-877-282-8684 MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238 GDOC-100090 REV. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR Z-FORCE S/Z-FORCE ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of the misuse or inability ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. As with the blade(s) can be instruction. Keep this 8. avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Know how to stop the machine and disengage them...or emit chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Also, 2. Children 14 and over should be operated according to the blade(s). To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can amputate hands and feet. 3...
...related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. As with the blade(s) can be instruction. Keep this 8. avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Know how to stop the machine and disengage them...or emit chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Also, 2. Children 14 and over should be operated according to the blade(s). To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can amputate hands and feet. 3...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...an edge caves in a large percentage of a height no more than 5 machine by putting your customer service 13. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or representative for safety system inspection and repair. Watch for use contact or thrown object injuries....and steering ability are not covered in serious injury. 1. Operate the machine smoothly. 2. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. 20. Disengage blade(s), set the parking brake 2. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn slowly uphill and use a grass catcher on any adjustments....
...an edge caves in a large percentage of a height no more than 5 machine by putting your customer service 13. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or representative for safety system inspection and repair. Watch for use contact or thrown object injuries....and steering ability are not covered in serious injury. 1. Operate the machine smoothly. 2. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. 20. Disengage blade(s), set the parking brake 2. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn slowly uphill and use a grass catcher on any adjustments....
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... Seat This unit is equipped with a portable container, rather than the operator. NOTE: The Operator Presence Sensor must be seriously injured or interfere with the blade(s) shut off if a child enters the area. Service Safe Handling of grass, leaves, or other objects that may block your skin and change clothes immediately...
... Seat This unit is equipped with a portable container, rather than the operator. NOTE: The Operator Presence Sensor must be seriously injured or interfere with the blade(s) shut off if a child enters the area. Service Safe Handling of grass, leaves, or other objects that may block your skin and change clothes immediately...
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...Check their proper operation regularly. 9. After striking a foreign object, stop within the this manual. Never attempt to make certain the blade(s) and all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to operate at frequent intervals for gas, oil, etc. Grass catcher components and ...At the end of the engine. 13. Failure to improper performance and compromise safety!" 6. Tampering with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in a poorly ventilated area. Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to...
...Check their proper operation regularly. 9. After striking a foreign object, stop within the this manual. Never attempt to make certain the blade(s) and all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to operate at frequent intervals for gas, oil, etc. Grass catcher components and ...At the end of the engine. 13. Failure to improper performance and compromise safety!" 6. Tampering with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in a poorly ventilated area. Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may...instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. WARNING! SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine on this product. ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of this manual and on the machine. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its ...persons who read, understand and follow all instructions in this power machine to assemble and operate WARNING- Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.
ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS This machine may...instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. WARNING! SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine on this product. ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of this manual and on the machine. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its ...persons who read, understand and follow all instructions in this power machine to assemble and operate WARNING- Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... cleaning. • When operating this manual carefully to reduce the chance of the deck drive belts are maintained by a spring mechanism that the blade bolts are unstable; The tension of fire and permit proper cooling. • Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is hot....are in good condition and that adjusts for cuts, fraying, and excessive wear. Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at people. Make sure the blades are overinflated in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, shut off the PTO, move the throttle to the neutral position. • Keep...
... cleaning. • When operating this manual carefully to reduce the chance of the deck drive belts are maintained by a spring mechanism that the blade bolts are unstable; The tension of fire and permit proper cooling. • Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is hot....are in good condition and that adjusts for cuts, fraying, and excessive wear. Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at people. Make sure the blades are overinflated in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, shut off the PTO, move the throttle to the neutral position. • Keep...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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.... • To avoid sudden movement when disengaging the parking brake, the safety interlock system will shut off the PTO and the mower blades will stop if both drive control levers are moved back to be approximately 1⁄4" lower than a cold battery. 2. Connect the booster... leaves the seat with both of whether the parking brake is equipped with a safety interlock system for proper operation. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting more starting . 16 Section 5- Using Jumper Cables ...
.... • To avoid sudden movement when disengaging the parking brake, the safety interlock system will shut off the PTO and the mower blades will stop if both drive control levers are moved back to be approximately 1⁄4" lower than a cold battery. 2. Connect the booster... leaves the seat with both of whether the parking brake is equipped with a safety interlock system for proper operation. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting more starting . 16 Section 5- Using Jumper Cables ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...move to a non grassy area before engaging the mower deck. 1. Operation 21 Operating The PTO Operate the PTO clutch as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Fully raise the deck or move the control levers inward to align with the opposite control lever. 4. Lower...2. Premature wear and possible failure of the 'V" belt and PTO clutch will affect the quality of having your lawn ''browned'' by the rotating blades. Mowing at all times. To prevent rutting or grooving of the control levers is moved to be mowed. 3. Disengage the PTO and raise the...
...move to a non grassy area before engaging the mower deck. 1. Operation 21 Operating The PTO Operate the PTO clutch as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. Fully raise the deck or move the control levers inward to align with the opposite control lever. 4. Lower...2. Premature wear and possible failure of the 'V" belt and PTO clutch will affect the quality of having your lawn ''browned'' by the rotating blades. Mowing at all times. To prevent rutting or grooving of the control levers is moved to be mowed. 3. Disengage the PTO and raise the...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Check Gasoline Level Check Hydraulic Transaxles for leaks Check Tires & Tire Pressure Check Deck, Mower and Hydro Drive Belts Check Blades and Blade Bolt Tightness Check Safety Switches for proper Operation Check Engine Intake Screen/Cover Before Each use P P P P P P Clean Mower Lubricate Wear Points (See Chart) Grease three ...
Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Check Gasoline Level Check Hydraulic Transaxles for leaks Check Tires & Tire Pressure Check Deck, Mower and Hydro Drive Belts Check Blades and Blade Bolt Tightness Check Safety Switches for proper Operation Check Engine Intake Screen/Cover Before Each use P P P P P P Clean Mower Lubricate Wear Points (See Chart) Grease three ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... Albida EP2 is so equipped) LUBRICATION CHART Use a grease-gun filled with NO. 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease Number of Grease Fittings Description EVERY 25 HOURS 3 Blade Spindle Bearings WEEKLY 2 Front Caster Wheels 2 Front Caster Wheel Spindles 2 Mower Deck Ball Wheels Number of Grease Points Description WEEKLY 4 Mowing Deck Pivots 2 Deck Take...
... Albida EP2 is so equipped) LUBRICATION CHART Use a grease-gun filled with NO. 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease Number of Grease Fittings Description EVERY 25 HOURS 3 Blade Spindle Bearings WEEKLY 2 Front Caster Wheels 2 Front Caster Wheel Spindles 2 Mower Deck Ball Wheels Number of Grease Points Description WEEKLY 4 Mowing Deck Pivots 2 Deck Take...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... the crankcase and the hydraulic reservoir tank. 6. Check the engine oil. 2. Drive the tractor without a load to get any unpainted surfaces including the pulleys and blades. (Be careful not to make certain all the tractor systems are above . In the neutral position with approximately a one fairly snug. Remove the nuts from... Control Levers The RH and LH drive control levers can be adjusted up or down and fore-and-aft for proper inflation pressures. 1. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will result in storage. Jack the mower up spray paint.
... the crankcase and the hydraulic reservoir tank. 6. Check the engine oil. 2. Drive the tractor without a load to get any unpainted surfaces including the pulleys and blades. (Be careful not to make certain all the tractor systems are above . In the neutral position with approximately a one fairly snug. Remove the nuts from... Control Levers The RH and LH drive control levers can be adjusted up or down and fore-and-aft for proper inflation pressures. 1. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will result in storage. Jack the mower up spray paint.
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...position. With a few turns. The mower deck cutting height can be sure to -ground height at the right rear blade tip. Measure blade-to measure at the blade tip at the rear of the cutting deck. Trailing Link Left Side Jam Nut Inner Jam Nuts Right Side Adjustable Lift... the ground, they should be raised. Maintenance & Adjustments To adjust the side of the front gauge wheel shoulder screws to 1⁄2" clearance with the blades cable near or touching the ground, they should be lowered. 2. See Figure 1-6. See Figure 1-6. 9. If more than the front tip. Refer to...
...position. With a few turns. The mower deck cutting height can be sure to -ground height at the right rear blade tip. Measure blade-to measure at the blade tip at the rear of the cutting deck. Trailing Link Left Side Jam Nut Inner Jam Nuts Right Side Adjustable Lift... the ground, they should be raised. Maintenance & Adjustments To adjust the side of the front gauge wheel shoulder screws to 1⁄2" clearance with the blades cable near or touching the ground, they should be lowered. 2. See Figure 1-6. See Figure 1-6. 9. If more than the front tip. Refer to...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... the instructions provided in a dry and protected location. WARNING: Drain fuel only into each cylinder. Replace the spark plugs. 4. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability. 5. Clean and fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable ...Remove the spark plugs and wipe them off blocks, and inflate the tires to get any oil on any unpainted surfaces including the pulleys and blades. (Be careful not to the recommended pressure. 3. Replace the spark plugs and the ignition leads. 4. Start the engine and allow to ...
... the instructions provided in a dry and protected location. WARNING: Drain fuel only into each cylinder. Replace the spark plugs. 4. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability. 5. Clean and fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable ...Remove the spark plugs and wipe them off blocks, and inflate the tires to get any oil on any unpainted surfaces including the pulleys and blades. (Be careful not to the recommended pressure. 3. Replace the spark plugs and the ignition leads. 4. Start the engine and allow to ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... NOTE: When replacing belts do not overtighten. Wrap a rag around one foot and block it from turning, or secure the blade by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Figure 1-4 Section 7 - Reverse the process to remove the deck. 6. Follow the instructions for proper belt routing. See ...the drive end into the 3⁄8" square opening in that a ten-pound pull with a spring scale between the blade and the deck housing. See Figure 1-6. Replacing the Blades WARNING! Service 31 Figure 1-6 Deck Lift Bracket Hair Pin Hair Pin Figure 1-3 5. deck lift bracket. Shift ...
... NOTE: When replacing belts do not overtighten. Wrap a rag around one foot and block it from turning, or secure the blade by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Figure 1-4 Section 7 - Reverse the process to remove the deck. 6. Follow the instructions for proper belt routing. See ...the drive end into the 3⁄8" square opening in that a ten-pound pull with a spring scale between the blade and the deck housing. See Figure 1-6. Replacing the Blades WARNING! Service 31 Figure 1-6 Deck Lift Bracket Hair Pin Hair Pin Figure 1-3 5. deck lift bracket. Shift ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...have the transmission drive belt replaced. Replace any debris from the blades. Remove the deck cover. 4. Tractor Creeping Creeping is the slight forward or backward movement of the blade with dull blades. If your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Wrap the cutting surface of the mower when the ...throttle is disengaged. 3. Make sure the blade clutch is on a blade balancer. Place drive control levers in the neutral position...
...have the transmission drive belt replaced. Replace any debris from the blades. Remove the deck cover. 4. Tractor Creeping Creeping is the slight forward or backward movement of the blade with dull blades. If your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Wrap the cutting surface of the mower when the ...throttle is disengaged. 3. Make sure the blade clutch is on a blade balancer. Place drive control levers in the neutral position...
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...Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped w/Mulching Kit) Cause 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath. 4. Dull blade. 3. Place throttle in all four tires. 1. Do not mulch when... grass is wet. 3. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 1. Uneven tire pressure. 1. Engine speed too low. 2. Wet grass. 3. Dull blade. 8 Remedy 1. Replace blade. 1. Check tire pressure in FAST (rabbit) ...
...Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped w/Mulching Kit) Cause 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath. 4. Dull blade. 3. Place throttle in all four tires. 1. Do not mulch when... grass is wet. 3. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 1. Uneven tire pressure. 1. Engine speed too low. 2. Wet grass. 3. Dull blade. 8 Remedy 1. Replace blade. 1. Check tire pressure in FAST (rabbit) ...
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... Belt (Z-Force 54) Deck Belt (Z-Force 48) PTO Belt (Z-Force 54) PTO Belt (Z-Force 48) 02002648 Drive Belt (Transmissions) 942-04416 942-04417 Blades (Z-Force 54) Blades (Z-Force 48) 918-04426 Deck Spindle 634-3159 Deck Wheel 925-1707D Battery 951-12193 Gas Cap 02000477 02000478 Throttle Control Cable Choke Cable Phone (877) 282-8684 to locate your nearest Cub Cadet dealer to...
... Belt (Z-Force 54) Deck Belt (Z-Force 48) PTO Belt (Z-Force 54) PTO Belt (Z-Force 48) 02002648 Drive Belt (Transmissions) 942-04416 942-04417 Blades (Z-Force 54) Blades (Z-Force 48) 918-04426 Deck Spindle 634-3159 Deck Wheel 925-1707D Battery 951-12193 Gas Cap 02000477 02000478 Throttle Control Cable Choke Cable Phone (877) 282-8684 to locate your nearest Cub Cadet dealer to...