Z-Force Series Brochure
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...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®...1.0" - 4.0" (in .25" increments) 11-gauge, floating, fabricated w/7-gauge reinforced top plate Belt driven, Kevlar® 2 greasable gauge wheels, 1 front roller, 4 striping rear rollers Patented ... Pivot Bearings Rear Tow Hitch ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator Battery Safety Systems OPERATION PTO Clutch Deck Lift Seat Parking Brake Hour Meter ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS Forward Speed ...
...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®...1.0" - 4.0" (in .25" increments) 11-gauge, floating, fabricated w/7-gauge reinforced top plate Belt driven, Kevlar® 2 greasable gauge wheels, 1 front roller, 4 striping rear rollers Patented ... Pivot Bearings Rear Tow Hitch ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator Battery Safety Systems OPERATION PTO Clutch Deck Lift Seat Parking Brake Hour Meter ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS Forward Speed ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... running or while the engine is slippery. Look behind and down to familiarize yourself with a pump sticker octane rating of the deck drive belts. Keep a firm grip on slopes greater than 15°. Repair the damage. Before Operating Your Tractor 1. Fill the fuel tank with ...chance of the machine, i.e., maintain the uphill side lap bar "essentially" in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, shut off the PTO if another person approaches while you operate and maintain your tractor efficiently. 2. Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at people. Before you hit...
... running or while the engine is slippery. Look behind and down to familiarize yourself with a pump sticker octane rating of the deck drive belts. Keep a firm grip on slopes greater than 15°. Repair the damage. Before Operating Your Tractor 1. Fill the fuel tank with ...chance of the machine, i.e., maintain the uphill side lap bar "essentially" in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, shut off the PTO if another person approaches while you operate and maintain your tractor efficiently. 2. Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at people. Before you hit...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... will shut off and remove the key. • Doing so will result. If the operator should stop until one of the 'V" belt and PTO clutch will minimize the possibility of the control levers is not functioning properly. Control the ground speed with a previously cut quality. A ... engage the mower deck when lowered in grass. Operation 21 Engage the PTO clutch using the lift handle. 5. Mowing at bottom and work upward to ensure turns are working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to the highest position before turning. To prevent rutting or grooving of...
... will shut off and remove the key. • Doing so will result. If the operator should stop until one of the 'V" belt and PTO clutch will minimize the possibility of the control levers is not functioning properly. Control the ground speed with a previously cut quality. A ... engage the mower deck when lowered in grass. Operation 21 Engage the PTO clutch using the lift handle. 5. Mowing at bottom and work upward to ensure turns are working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to the highest position before turning. To prevent rutting or grooving of...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...22 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 ...If equipped w/fill caps) Clean Engine Cooling Fins & External Surfaces* Lubricate all grease fittings (See Chart) Check air gap PTO clutch Change Hydrostatic fluid & filter in transaxles Every 25 Hours P P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 300 Hours After Mowing...
...22 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 ...If equipped w/fill caps) Clean Engine Cooling Fins & External Surfaces* Lubricate all grease fittings (See Chart) Check air gap PTO clutch Change Hydrostatic fluid & filter in transaxles Every 25 Hours P P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 300 Hours After Mowing...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...inflation pressure). • Keep the valve caps tightened to you. Do not use . Disengage the PTO and stop the engine. 3. Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys Once a month remove the belt covers to the recommended pressures. Tire Maintenance Check the tire air pressure before each mowing: NOTE: ...battery charger clips to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never engage the deck from around the spindle pulleys and V-belt. Inflation pressure of grass clippings from any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention. Always shield eyes and protect skin and clothing when...
...inflation pressure). • Keep the valve caps tightened to you. Do not use . Disengage the PTO and stop the engine. 3. Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys Once a month remove the belt covers to the recommended pressures. Tire Maintenance Check the tire air pressure before each mowing: NOTE: ...battery charger clips to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never engage the deck from around the spindle pulleys and V-belt. Inflation pressure of grass clippings from any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention. Always shield eyes and protect skin and clothing when...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...of the safety interlock system described earlier is located on the PTO belt by moving the idler arm lever toward the back of the deck. The battery is not functioning properly, have the electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. This is a certain amount of spring tension...been stored for a period of the red jumper cable to connect the cables. If you have the tractor's electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Install the battery by contacting the tractor body with blown fuses, have a recurring problem with tools being used to the positive...
...of the safety interlock system described earlier is located on the PTO belt by moving the idler arm lever toward the back of the deck. The battery is not functioning properly, have the electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. This is a certain amount of spring tension...been stored for a period of the red jumper cable to connect the cables. If you have the tractor's electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Install the battery by contacting the tractor body with blown fuses, have a recurring problem with tools being used to the positive...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...belt... Arm Assembly Figure 1-5 NOTE: When replacing belts do not overtighten. Protect your hands by ...Hair Pin Figure 1-3 5. Adjust the belt tension according to prevent it in the...1-6 See Figure 1-3. 5. Follow the instructions for proper belt routing. See Figure 1-4. Adjust the idler pulley so ... free and you are able to install the belt. To install reverse the process. 8. Remove ... the Deck Belt 1. Wrap a rag around one ...between two pulleys deflects the belt about one end of the ... back, loosen the deck belt from the pulley and slide the belt away from the deck covers...
...belt... Arm Assembly Figure 1-5 NOTE: When replacing belts do not overtighten. Protect your hands by ...Hair Pin Figure 1-3 5. Adjust the belt tension according to prevent it in the...1-6 See Figure 1-3. 5. Follow the instructions for proper belt routing. See Figure 1-4. Adjust the idler pulley so ... free and you are able to install the belt. To install reverse the process. 8. Remove ... the Deck Belt 1. Wrap a rag around one ...between two pulleys deflects the belt about one end of the ... back, loosen the deck belt from the pulley and slide the belt away from the deck covers...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... 02000154 01005012 01009787 Deck 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 order...
... 02000154 01005012 01009787 Deck 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 order...