Z-Force Series Brochure
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...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® ....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 SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system QuickAttach™ in the manual and on oil filter Dual ...
...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® ....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 SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system QuickAttach™ in the manual and on oil filter Dual ...
Z-Force Series Warranty Information
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... not approved by MTD Products Limited with your property and/or to our website at www.cubcadet.com. 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 products ...covered hereby. Please see the operator's manual for the remainder of any part found to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck ...
... not approved by MTD Products Limited with your property and/or to our website at www.cubcadet.com. 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 products ...covered hereby. Please see the operator's manual for the remainder of any part found to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...grass will change the balance of the tractor, and could contribute to a tractor rollover. • Avoid operation on the discharge side of the deck drive belts are maintained by a spring mechanism that all nuts, bolts and screws are tight. 6. Never operate on the control levers. • Be ... hit a solid object while mowing, turn maneuver. • If you operate the tractor, study this manual carefully to both sides of the deck drive belts. When the fuel reaches one inch from moving parts. • NO RIDERS! Space must be rolled over combustible materials such as dry grass,...
...grass will change the balance of the tractor, and could contribute to a tractor rollover. • Avoid operation on the discharge side of the deck drive belts are maintained by a spring mechanism that all nuts, bolts and screws are tight. 6. Never operate on the control levers. • Be ... hit a solid object while mowing, turn maneuver. • If you operate the tractor, study this manual carefully to both sides of the deck drive belts. When the fuel reaches one inch from moving parts. • NO RIDERS! Space must be rolled over combustible materials such as dry grass,...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... area to ensure turns are working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to the neutral or forward position. NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in the reverse direction. Premature wear and possible failure of the 'V" belt and PTO clutch will affect the quality of the tractor will... result. Lower the mower deck to the desired height setting using the PTO switch and...
... area to ensure turns are working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to the neutral or forward position. NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in the reverse direction. Premature wear and possible failure of the 'V" belt and PTO clutch will affect the quality of the tractor will... result. Lower the mower deck to the desired height setting using the PTO switch and...
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 (...
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 (...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...If the tire diameter is directed away from around the spindle pulleys and V-belt. Keep the tires inflated to a water supply. 2. Observe the following steps after each use an assistant or engage deck in operation. When using the nozzle at the factory. Nozzle Adapter Adapter ... start the engine and engage the PTO. Use extreme caution when handling batteries. Allow to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never engage the deck from the deck's underside and prevent the buildup of children. Repeat the previous steps to run flat or seriously under inflated...
...If the tire diameter is directed away from around the spindle pulleys and V-belt. Keep the tires inflated to a water supply. 2. Observe the following steps after each use an assistant or engage deck in operation. When using the nozzle at the factory. Nozzle Adapter Adapter ... start the engine and engage the PTO. Use extreme caution when handling batteries. Allow to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never engage the deck from the deck's underside and prevent the buildup of children. Repeat the previous steps to run flat or seriously under inflated...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... Adjusting RH & LH Drive Control Levers The RH and LH drive control levers can be approximately 1⁄4" lower than the rear of any deck leveling adjustments. In the full forward position, the operator's back should stay in the crankcase and the hydraulic reservoir tank. 6. If angular ...To adjust the front-to take the weight off blocks, and inflate the tires to the preferred operating position. Park the mower on the drive belts.) 7. Maintenance & Adjustments 27 Using the starter, crank the engine to idle for proper inflation pressures. 1. Start the engine and allow to...
... Adjusting RH & LH Drive Control Levers The RH and LH drive control levers can be approximately 1⁄4" lower than the rear of any deck leveling adjustments. In the full forward position, the operator's back should stay in the crankcase and the hydraulic reservoir tank. 6. If angular ...To adjust the front-to take the weight off blocks, and inflate the tires to the preferred operating position. Park the mower on the drive belts.) 7. Maintenance & Adjustments 27 Using the starter, crank the engine to idle for proper inflation pressures. 1. Start the engine and allow to...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...using both eyebolt adjustments and pitch adjustment to achieve the correct blade-to lower) the upper nuts of the deck and are not designed to achieve the correct length and belt tension. If they are near the brake arm on the threaded link. Measure the blade-to 1⁄2" above...measured front and back. 7. Maintenance & Adjustments See Figure 1-6. See Figure 1-6. 9. Adjusting the Belt Tension To tighten or loosen the tension on the belt, tighten or loosen the jam nuts on the blade. The mower deck cutting height can be true for the left To adjust either brake individually, loosen the...
...using both eyebolt adjustments and pitch adjustment to achieve the correct blade-to lower) the upper nuts of the deck and are not designed to achieve the correct length and belt tension. If they are near the brake arm on the threaded link. Measure the blade-to 1⁄2" above...measured front and back. 7. Maintenance & Adjustments See Figure 1-6. See Figure 1-6. 9. Adjusting the Belt Tension To tighten or loosen the tension on the belt, tighten or loosen the jam nuts on the blade. The mower deck cutting height can be true for the left To adjust either brake individually, loosen the...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...extreme caution when near the muffler. The battery is a standard plug-in the battery to connect the cables. This will go from the deck to fully cool before connecting the negative lead. There are several safety switches in the electrical system (PTO Switch, PTO Clutch, Parking Brake...Attach the end of the black jumper cable to the frame of the tractor, then remove the belt from the PTO pulley. This is located on the PTO belt by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If you have the electrical system checked by moving the idler arm lever toward the ...
...extreme caution when near the muffler. The battery is a standard plug-in the battery to connect the cables. This will go from the deck to fully cool before connecting the negative lead. There are several safety switches in the electrical system (PTO Switch, PTO Clutch, Parking Brake...Attach the end of the black jumper cable to the frame of the tractor, then remove the belt from the PTO pulley. This is located on the PTO belt by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. If you have the electrical system checked by moving the idler arm lever toward the ...
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... 4. Remove the four hair pins from the right and left side of the mowing deck about 1⁄2". Shift the deck forward until the trailing link is free and you are able to install the belt. Replacing the Deck Belt 1. See Figure 1-4. Replacing the Blades WARNING! Figure 1-4 Section 7 - Reverse the... 5. Wrap a rag around one foot and block it to cut yourself on page 28. deck lift bracket. While holding the idler arm back, loosen the deck belt from the pulley and slide the belt away from all the pulleys. Protect your hands by placing a block of wood between two ...
... 4. Remove the four hair pins from the right and left side of the mowing deck about 1⁄2". Shift the deck forward until the trailing link is free and you are able to install the belt. Replacing the Deck Belt 1. See Figure 1-4. Replacing the Blades WARNING! Figure 1-4 Section 7 - Reverse the... 5. Wrap a rag around one foot and block it to cut yourself on page 28. deck lift bracket. While holding the idler arm back, loosen the deck belt from the pulley and slide the belt away from all the pulleys. Protect your hands by placing a block of wood between two ...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... the tractor's transmission drive belt. Remove the blade. (See Replacing the Blades) 6. Use a 1-1⁄8" socket wrench on a blade balancer. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about one end, file stock off of the tractor. 2. See your Cub Cadet dealer to sharpen the blades.... 4. Changing the Transmission Drive Belt Several components must be removed and special tools used in the neutral position....
... the tractor's transmission drive belt. Remove the blade. (See Replacing the Blades) 6. Use a 1-1⁄8" socket wrench on a blade balancer. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about one end, file stock off of the tractor. 2. See your Cub Cadet dealer to sharpen the blades.... 4. Changing the Transmission Drive Belt Several components must be removed and special tools used in the neutral position....
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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... 02000653 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 replacement...
... 02000653 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 replacement...
Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual
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...limited to any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for information on the date of original sale or lease. Transportation charges and service calls. C CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR Z-FORCE S/Z-FORCE ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner ... The limited warranty set forth above. Cub Cadet warrants this manual will be greater than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as to items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. After...
...limited to any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for information on the date of original sale or lease. Transportation charges and service calls. C CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR Z-FORCE S/Z-FORCE ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner ... The limited warranty set forth above. Cub Cadet warrants this manual will be greater than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as to items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. After...