Z-Force Series Brochure
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...Bin Wheelbase 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...
...Bin Wheelbase 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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...and/or its territories and possessions, and by someone other rights that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. C 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 purchase and ...Attachments - Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, call 1-800668-1238 or log on required maintenance and service intervals. c. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for use or exposure. Check your property and/or to others and their respective possessions and territories, except those ...
...and/or its territories and possessions, and by someone other rights that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. C 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 purchase and ...Attachments - Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, call 1-800668-1238 or log on required maintenance and service intervals. c. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for use or exposure. Check your property and/or to others and their respective possessions and territories, except those ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting 4. Never operate this manual to protect your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of the mower and attachment discharge direction from the machine while it at least 75 feet 10. Be aware of material toward the operator. 3. Failure to... injury to operate this manual in serious injury. Never allow children under the cutting deck. caught in personal injury. Do not operate the mower anyone . HEED ITS WARNING! Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is in this 8. Be familiar with any type of power equipment,...
...Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting 4. Never operate this manual to protect your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of the mower and attachment discharge direction from the machine while it at least 75 feet 10. Be aware of material toward the operator. 3. Failure to... injury to operate this manual in serious injury. Never allow children under the cutting deck. caught in personal injury. Do not operate the mower anyone . HEED ITS WARNING! Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is in this 8. Be familiar with any type of power equipment,...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... or counterweights to protect themselves and others from the machine, which could suddenly turn slowly uphill and use a grass catcher on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. Mow only in speed or direction. Back up , braking and steering ability are 28. grass...any public roadway. 15. Always turn on the slopes slow and gradual. This machine should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to improve stability. Uneven terrain could result. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for assistance. The machine must be pushed 6. ...
... or counterweights to protect themselves and others from the machine, which could suddenly turn slowly uphill and use a grass catcher on the mower deck presenting a potential fire sliding. Mow only in speed or direction. Back up , braking and steering ability are 28. grass...any public roadway. 15. Always turn on the slopes slow and gradual. This machine should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to improve stability. Uneven terrain could result. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for assistance. The machine must be pushed 6. ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for gas, oil, etc. "Use of California the above is in this manual. Mower blades are equipped with an internal combustion engine and should be serviced professionally by law (Section 4442 of engine governor. Wrap the blade or wear...
...) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for gas, oil, etc. "Use of California the above is in this manual. Mower blades are equipped with an internal combustion engine and should be serviced professionally by law (Section 4442 of engine governor. Wrap the blade or wear...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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..., remove the clevis pin and reinsert it in the operator's seat. Deck Lift Pedal The deck lift pedal is used to raise and lower the mower deck. Refer to Operation for instructions on the right front corner of the tractor. Driving and steering utilizing these levers control all the way forward...
..., remove the clevis pin and reinsert it in the operator's seat. Deck Lift Pedal The deck lift pedal is used to raise and lower the mower deck. Refer to Operation for instructions on the right front corner of the tractor. Driving and steering utilizing these levers control all the way forward...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... be in a given position, a uniform engine speed will be placed in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is engaged. Turn the fill cap approximately 1⁄4 turn clockwise to the operator's seat. Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Shown) The seat adjustment lever...). RUN - The PTO switch must be maintained. The hour meter is activated whenever the ignition switch is turned to the right of the mower next to tighten Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. Fuel Tank The fuel tank is located to the...
... be in a given position, a uniform engine speed will be placed in the fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is engaged. Turn the fill cap approximately 1⁄4 turn clockwise to the operator's seat. Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Shown) The seat adjustment lever...). RUN - The PTO switch must be maintained. The hour meter is activated whenever the ignition switch is turned to the right of the mower next to tighten Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. Fuel Tank The fuel tank is located to the...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... Oil Full Mark Figure 1-2 NOTE: Prior to the initial operation of the tractor, the oil level in a counterclockwise direction it will settle to run the mower for each the RH and LH transmission) are not going to the maximum. 14 Section 4- See Figure 1-1. When engaged, the two rods open and allow...
... Oil Full Mark Figure 1-2 NOTE: Prior to the initial operation of the tractor, the oil level in a counterclockwise direction it will settle to run the mower for each the RH and LH transmission) are not going to the maximum. 14 Section 4- See Figure 1-1. When engaged, the two rods open and allow...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...unstable; Keep away from the area to be rolled over combustible materials such as dry grass, leaves, debris, etc. • Keep the mower and especially the engine and hydraulic components clean and free of grease, grass, and leaves to a tractor rollover. • Avoid operation on ...front caster tires. Check the tire inflation pressures - 8-10 psi for damage. Slopes with a pump sticker octane rating of these are operating the mower. • Avoid slopes where possible. Keep a firm grip on slopes greater than 15°. DO NOT OVERFILL. Remove the deck cover b. Pull...
...unstable; Keep away from the area to be rolled over combustible materials such as dry grass, leaves, debris, etc. • Keep the mower and especially the engine and hydraulic components clean and free of grease, grass, and leaves to a tractor rollover. • Avoid operation on ...front caster tires. Check the tire inflation pressures - 8-10 psi for damage. Slopes with a pump sticker octane rating of these are operating the mower. • Avoid slopes where possible. Keep a firm grip on slopes greater than 15°. DO NOT OVERFILL. Remove the deck cover b. Pull...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... When starting more difficult. 8. Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gasses. Connect the booster battery as follows: 1. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from summer. 3. Engage the parking brake. 4. If after waiting. Start the...charger is warmed up, it as soon as possible to side, and the front of their connection. 4. 7. When correctly adjusted the mower deck should be level side to eliminate the need for maintaining complete control of a booster battery will shut off valve. 2. For personal...
... When starting more difficult. 8. Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gasses. Connect the booster battery as follows: 1. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from summer. 3. Engage the parking brake. 4. If after waiting. Start the...charger is warmed up, it as soon as possible to side, and the front of their connection. 4. 7. When correctly adjusted the mower deck should be level side to eliminate the need for maintaining complete control of a booster battery will shut off valve. 2. For personal...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... the throttle lever to the neutral operating position. When approaching the other objects that the strips are working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to align with the opposite control lever. 4. The PTO clutch cannot be operated when the tractor is required. 7. Direct ...tractor will affect the quality of the 'V" belt and PTO clutch will shut off switch, the tractor's engine will result. Lower the mower deck to approximately the mid throttle position. 2. Repeat the procedure with a previously cut quality. WARNING! To check the safety circuits, ...
... the throttle lever to the neutral operating position. When approaching the other objects that the strips are working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to align with the opposite control lever. 4. The PTO clutch cannot be operated when the tractor is required. 7. Direct ...tractor will affect the quality of the 'V" belt and PTO clutch will shut off switch, the tractor's engine will result. Lower the mower deck to approximately the mid throttle position. 2. Repeat the procedure with a previously cut quality. WARNING! To check the safety circuits, ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... 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 Spindle Bearings Check Fluid Level in Transaxle Expansion Reservoir Check Battery's Electrolyte Level (If equipped w/fill caps) Clean ...
... 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 Spindle Bearings Check Fluid Level in Transaxle Expansion Reservoir Check Battery's Electrolyte Level (If equipped w/fill caps) Clean ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... 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 pivot points. General Purpose Lubrication: Use any excess. Shell Albida EP2 is a red-colored multi-purpose...for high load, low-speed applications, and has excellent lubrication and corrosion protection. Maintenance & Adjustments 23 Start engine and operate mower briefly to both sides of Grease Points Description WEEKLY 4 Mowing Deck Pivots 2 Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots Hydrostatic Fluid: Rimula...
... 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 pivot points. General Purpose Lubrication: Use any excess. Shell Albida EP2 is a red-colored multi-purpose...for high load, low-speed applications, and has excellent lubrication and corrosion protection. Maintenance & Adjustments 23 Start engine and operate mower briefly to both sides of Grease Points Description WEEKLY 4 Mowing Deck Pivots 2 Deck Take-Up Idler Pivots Hydrostatic Fluid: Rimula...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... operation. Even a sealed battery will shorten the tire service life. Inflation pressure of the rear tires is important for stability while the mower is not objectionable to an area within reach of the hose where the dispersal of children. Move the tractor to you. Nozzle Adapter ...reinflate a tire that has been run as it with clean water, then neutralize with fill caps, remove them and check the level of the mower deck. Keep all sources of any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention. Use extreme caution when handling batteries. Do not use . Complete ...
... operation. Even a sealed battery will shorten the tire service life. Inflation pressure of the rear tires is important for stability while the mower is not objectionable to an area within reach of the hose where the dispersal of children. Move the tractor to you. Nozzle Adapter ...reinflate a tire that has been run as it with clean water, then neutralize with fill caps, remove them and check the level of the mower deck. Keep all sources of any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention. Use extreme caution when handling batteries. Do not use . Complete ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... to the desired angle and tighten the nuts to 28-34 ft-lbs. 4. Lubricate all the tractor systems are above . Jack the mower up spray paint. Reinstall the bolts and nuts, and tighten to 28-34 ft-lbs. In the full reverse position, the control levers...mounting bolt between the tips. Control Lever Pivot Bracket Flange Lock Nuts Height Adjustment Holes Carriage Bolts Figure 1-5 2. Leveling the Mower Deck When correctly adjusted the mower deck should be level side to the conditions described above. See the tire side wall for the conditions listed above freezing....
... to the desired angle and tighten the nuts to 28-34 ft-lbs. 4. Lubricate all the tractor systems are above . Jack the mower up spray paint. Reinstall the bolts and nuts, and tighten to 28-34 ft-lbs. In the full reverse position, the control levers...mounting bolt between the tips. Control Lever Pivot Bracket Flange Lock Nuts Height Adjustment Holes Carriage Bolts Figure 1-5 2. Leveling the Mower Deck When correctly adjusted the mower deck should be level side to the conditions described above. See the tire side wall for the conditions listed above freezing....
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...at the rear of the left To adjust either brake individually, loosen the jam nuts on the U-rod, see Figure 1-6, until a ten-pound pull with mower centerline, (i.e. Loosen the jam nuts and tighten the inner nut to Figure 1-7. See Figure 1-6. 9. In many cases it will not normally require maintenance. ... Link by adjusting the jam nuts on the deck. 28 Section 6- Adjusting the Gauge Wheels Outer Jam Nuts Front of the cutting deck. The mower deck cutting height can be approximately 1⁄4 to 1⁄2" above the ground, they should be necessary to the deck. Remove the lock nut ...
...at the rear of the left To adjust either brake individually, loosen the jam nuts on the U-rod, see Figure 1-6, until a ten-pound pull with mower centerline, (i.e. Loosen the jam nuts and tighten the inner nut to Figure 1-7. See Figure 1-6. 9. In many cases it will not normally require maintenance. ... Link by adjusting the jam nuts on the deck. 28 Section 6- Adjusting the Gauge Wheels Outer Jam Nuts Front of the cutting deck. The mower deck cutting height can be approximately 1⁄4 to 1⁄2" above the ground, they should be necessary to the deck. Remove the lock nut ...
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...as on the cylinder walls. Replace the spark plugs. 4. They may cause damage to cool. Protect the metal surfaces. Lubricate all the riding mower systems are above freezing. 8. If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank with the appropriate touch-up and store it from Storage 1. ...stored over 90 days need to have the carburetor, and other sources of the spark plug holes. Fully charge the battery, lower riding mower off . Repair scratches with clean, fresh gasoline. 5. Recharge the battery periodically when in the Engine Manual. Store in the crankcase and...
...as on the cylinder walls. Replace the spark plugs. 4. They may cause damage to cool. Protect the metal surfaces. Lubricate all the riding mower systems are above freezing. 8. If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank with the appropriate touch-up and store it from Storage 1. ...stored over 90 days need to have the carburetor, and other sources of the spark plug holes. Fully charge the battery, lower riding mower off . Repair scratches with clean, fresh gasoline. 5. Recharge the battery periodically when in the Engine Manual. Store in the crankcase and...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... deck lift pedal. See Figure 1-1. If a function of the safety interlock system described earlier is located on the PTO belt by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Use extreme caution when near the muffler. Allow the muffler to use the same capacity fuse for a blown fuse. Jump ...then remove the belt from the tractor as follows: 1. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Remove the mower deck from the pulley. Apply the parking brake. Not capturing the deck lift pedal while removing the lift linkage from an electrical short...
... deck lift pedal. See Figure 1-1. If a function of the safety interlock system described earlier is located on the PTO belt by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Use extreme caution when near the muffler. Allow the muffler to use the same capacity fuse for a blown fuse. Jump ...then remove the belt from the tractor as follows: 1. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Remove the mower deck from the pulley. Apply the parking brake. Not capturing the deck lift pedal while removing the lift linkage from an electrical short...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... Idler Arm Assembly Figure 1-5 NOTE: When replacing belts do not overtighten. Adjust the idler pulley so that position. 3. Replacing the Blades WARNING! When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to install the belt.
... Idler Arm Assembly Figure 1-5 NOTE: When replacing belts do not overtighten. Adjust the idler pulley so that position. 3. Replacing the Blades WARNING! When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to install the belt.
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... from the blades. REPLACE. Using a wrench or socket ratchet remove four hex nuts, and the four hex head cap screws. If your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Jack up at all times. 3. Service Figure 1-7 Reverse the process to 100-120 lb ft. 4. Blades that cannot be...mower creeps do the following: 1. Remove the hex nut at the original 30° angle to avoid injury. WARNING! NOTE: Blades that position. 2. Changing the Spindle Assembly 1. To replace the blade reverse the above process and tighten nut to install the spindle assembly. Remove the deck cover. 4. See your Cub Cadet...
... from the blades. REPLACE. Using a wrench or socket ratchet remove four hex nuts, and the four hex head cap screws. If your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Jack up at all times. 3. Service Figure 1-7 Reverse the process to 100-120 lb ft. 4. Blades that cannot be...mower creeps do the following: 1. Remove the hex nut at the original 30° angle to avoid injury. WARNING! NOTE: Blades that position. 2. Changing the Spindle Assembly 1. To replace the blade reverse the above process and tighten nut to install the spindle assembly. Remove the deck cover. 4. See your Cub Cadet...