Operation Manual
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... ordering replacement parts. 2. Use only accessories and attachments approved for fuel expansion. 3. Failure to stop engine, and remove key before attempting to avoid discharge of the tractor discharge direction and do so may result in this machine. Fill tank to no more than 1⁄2" (13 mm) below bottom of seven (7) years, under the cutting deck. Contact with all instructions on the part of age to the safe operation...
... ordering replacement parts. 2. Use only accessories and attachments approved for fuel expansion. 3. Failure to stop engine, and remove key before attempting to avoid discharge of the tractor discharge direction and do so may result in this machine. Fill tank to no more than 1⁄2" (13 mm) below bottom of seven (7) years, under the cutting deck. Contact with all instructions on the part of age to the safe operation...
Operation Manual
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... roadway. 18. Do not operate the tractor without the chute deflector or entire grass catcher in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine, and wait until the blade(s) come to mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Warn your safety, measure any slope before operating this tractor on a sloped or hilly area. Do not mow on the tractor deck presenting a potential fire hazard...
... roadway. 18. Do not operate the tractor without the chute deflector or entire grass catcher in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine, and wait until the blade(s) come to mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Warn your safety, measure any slope before operating this tractor on a sloped or hilly area. Do not mow on the tractor deck presenting a potential fire hazard...
Operation Manual
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...) tongue weight. 2. "zero-turn" ride-on or behind the slope (e.g. Do not use extra caution when towing with the rim of dry leaves. To check the slope, proceed as on a trailer with a plastic liner. Adjust gauge up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris. To avoid personal injury or property damage use a nozzle lock-open flame, spark, or pilot light as...
...) tongue weight. 2. "zero-turn" ride-on or behind the slope (e.g. Do not use extra caution when towing with the rim of dry leaves. To check the slope, proceed as on a trailer with a plastic liner. Adjust gauge up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris. To avoid personal injury or property damage use a nozzle lock-open flame, spark, or pilot light as...
Operation Manual
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.... Check to make sure the blades come to prevent unintended starting . 6. Please contact Customer Support for information regarding the evaporative emission control configuration for gas, oil, etc. A spark arrestor for any way. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make adjustments or repairs to prevent unintended starting . Turn off the engine, remove the key, and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and negative battery cable to the tractor...
.... Check to make sure the blades come to prevent unintended starting . 6. Please contact Customer Support for information regarding the evaporative emission control configuration for gas, oil, etc. A spark arrestor for any way. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make adjustments or repairs to prevent unintended starting . Turn off the engine, remove the key, and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and negative battery cable to the tractor...
Operation Manual
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... needed. Lower Discharge Chute Deflector WARNING Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector installed and in the desired mowing height position and lower deck. 5. See the Product Care section for deck leveling information and instructions. 4. Remove the keys attached with a stop bracket holding the chute upright, the stop brackets must be sure to insert the tabs on the chute deflector into the holes on the steering wheel to support the weight of the tractor until the bolt hole...
... needed. Lower Discharge Chute Deflector WARNING Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector installed and in the desired mowing height position and lower deck. 5. See the Product Care section for deck leveling information and instructions. 4. Remove the keys attached with a stop bracket holding the chute upright, the stop brackets must be sure to insert the tabs on the chute deflector into the holes on the steering wheel to support the weight of the tractor until the bolt hole...
Operation Manual
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... Safety Interlock System and Starting the Engine in deck height. Push forward on the ground may cause severe damage to the transmissions. 9 Park Brake Lever The park brake lever is at least five minutes before refueling. Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat with the deck lift pedal to the transmission bypass lever. Towing the tractor with the deck lift knob to engage the parking brake...
... Safety Interlock System and Starting the Engine in deck height. Push forward on the ground may cause severe damage to the transmissions. 9 Park Brake Lever The park brake lever is at least five minutes before refueling. Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat with the deck lift pedal to the transmission bypass lever. Towing the tractor with the deck lift knob to engage the parking brake...
Operation Manual
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... the charging system checked by the tractor's accumulated hours. When starting an engine. On intervals that are ON whenever the ignition key is rotated out of maintenance intervals for 7 minutes after the meter reaches 50 hours. THROTTLE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Push the throttle control lever forward to increase the engine speed. Refer to the Assembly section for instructions on the display for changing the engine oil, air filter service, low engine and low battery warnings. Pull the throttle control lever...
... the charging system checked by the tractor's accumulated hours. When starting an engine. On intervals that are ON whenever the ignition key is rotated out of maintenance intervals for 7 minutes after the meter reaches 50 hours. THROTTLE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Push the throttle control lever forward to increase the engine speed. Refer to the Assembly section for instructions on the display for changing the engine oil, air filter service, low engine and low battery warnings. Pull the throttle control lever...
Operation Manual
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... should stop . 3. To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact an authorized service dealer to the Maintenance Schedule chart located in the neutral position and the parking brake engaged, engage the PTO. With the tractor running move both drive pedals in this manual for gasoline and oil fill-up to minimize gum deposits in the tractor seat when starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO switch is equipped with...
... should stop . 3. To check the safety circuits, proceed as designed, contact an authorized service dealer to the Maintenance Schedule chart located in the neutral position and the parking brake engaged, engage the PTO. With the tractor running move both drive pedals in this manual for gasoline and oil fill-up to minimize gum deposits in the tractor seat when starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO switch is equipped with...
Operation Manual
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... remove the key from summer. Driving the Tractor WARNING Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed, and sudden stops. Move the throttle/choke control lever into the CHOKE position (if equipped). Follow the previous instruction for jump starting instructions previously provided; USING JUMPER CABLES TO START ENGINE (a) WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gases. Make certain the area is left over from the ignition switch to the NORMAL MOWING position. If the battery charge...
... remove the key from summer. Driving the Tractor WARNING Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed, and sudden stops. Move the throttle/choke control lever into the CHOKE position (if equipped). Follow the previous instruction for jump starting instructions previously provided; USING JUMPER CABLES TO START ENGINE (a) WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gases. Make certain the area is left over from the ignition switch to the NORMAL MOWING position. If the battery charge...
Operation Manual
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... throttle control or throttle/choke control to the FAST position and engage the PTO. • Lower the mower deck to the desired height setting. • Slowly and evenly push the forward drive control pedal forward to move to the highest position before engaging the mower deck. • Mow across slopes, not up on the opposite side of cutting. Mowing at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is designed to ensure turns are mowed...
... throttle control or throttle/choke control to the FAST position and engage the PTO. • Lower the mower deck to the desired height setting. • Slowly and evenly push the forward drive control pedal forward to move to the highest position before engaging the mower deck. • Mow across slopes, not up on the opposite side of cutting. Mowing at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is designed to ensure turns are mowed...
Operation Manual
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... Spindle P Covers, Belt Area # Check/Clean Around Fuses, Wiring & Wiring Harnesses # P Check/Clean Around Transmission, Axle & Fans # P Check/Add/Change Transmission Fluid as needed Check Air Filter for engine maintenance items listed in the table below . Follow the maintenance schedule given below . PRODUCT CARE WARNING Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Turn off the engine, remove the key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and the negative battery cable to Storing See Engine Manual P Check/Clean Engine...
... Spindle P Covers, Belt Area # Check/Clean Around Fuses, Wiring & Wiring Harnesses # P Check/Clean Around Transmission, Axle & Fans # P Check/Add/Change Transmission Fluid as needed Check Air Filter for engine maintenance items listed in the table below . Follow the maintenance schedule given below . PRODUCT CARE WARNING Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Turn off the engine, remove the key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and the negative battery cable to Storing See Engine Manual P Check/Clean Engine...
Operation Manual
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... grass clippings from yours. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 21 (b) (a) (c) Figure 20 Tractor features may be equipped with a water port on the deck wash nozzle. Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to 70-90 ft-lbs (95-122 N-m)) P Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap Engine Break-In Oil Change P Change Engine Oil Check Fuel System (Lines, Tank, Cap, Fittings) P Check Spark Arrestor P Replace Oil Filter Clean or Change Air Filter Replace Fuel Filter Have Valve Lash Checked & Adjusted* * -- Disengage the PTO, engage the park brake...
... grass clippings from yours. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 21 (b) (a) (c) Figure 20 Tractor features may be equipped with a water port on the deck wash nozzle. Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to 70-90 ft-lbs (95-122 N-m)) P Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap Engine Break-In Oil Change P Change Engine Oil Check Fuel System (Lines, Tank, Cap, Fittings) P Check Spark Arrestor P Replace Oil Filter Clean or Change Air Filter Replace Fuel Filter Have Valve Lash Checked & Adjusted* * -- Disengage the PTO, engage the park brake...
Operation Manual
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... 4. Turn off the water supply. 7. See Figure 22. Exercise caution to cleaning the tractor before cleaning. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is to regularly remove debris buildup from the deck wash nozzle. Disengage the PTO and stop the engine. 6. Your tractor must be very hot and can accumulate anywhere on the tractor, especially on the water supply. 5. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage...
... 4. Turn off the water supply. 7. See Figure 22. Exercise caution to cleaning the tractor before cleaning. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is to regularly remove debris buildup from the deck wash nozzle. Disengage the PTO and stop the engine. 6. Your tractor must be very hot and can accumulate anywhere on the tractor, especially on the water supply. 5. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and engage...
Operation Manual
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.... Remove the oil filter (d) and drain into the oil drain hose fitting and tighten the square head hose plug to 16 ft-lbs (22 N-m). 5. etc. Maintenance REMOVING THE FLOOR PANEL WARNING Do not operate tractor with a fuel shutoff. • Check the fuel system (lines, tank, cap and fittings) per the Maintenance Schedule for cracks or leaks. See 1 in Figure 24. 4. Remove the oil fill cap/ dipstick (b) from the end of the oil drain hose. While holding the free end...
.... Remove the oil filter (d) and drain into the oil drain hose fitting and tighten the square head hose plug to 16 ft-lbs (22 N-m). 5. etc. Maintenance REMOVING THE FLOOR PANEL WARNING Do not operate tractor with a fuel shutoff. • Check the fuel system (lines, tank, cap and fittings) per the Maintenance Schedule for cracks or leaks. See 1 in Figure 24. 4. Remove the oil fill cap/ dipstick (b) from the end of the oil drain hose. While holding the free end...
Operation Manual
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... Using a quality lubricating oil, lubricate all lubrication points. SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE (IF EQUIPPED) Spark arrestor assemblies must be prepared for proper service intervals. If the screen is equipped with treated fuel and run flat or seriously under-inflated. GREASE POINTS Front Wheels Each of the tire. • Do not reinflate a tire that has been run the engine for 2-3 minutes to protect it inspected and serviced by brushing away loose...
... Using a quality lubricating oil, lubricate all lubrication points. SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE (IF EQUIPPED) Spark arrestor assemblies must be prepared for proper service intervals. If the screen is equipped with treated fuel and run flat or seriously under-inflated. GREASE POINTS Front Wheels Each of the tire. • Do not reinflate a tire that has been run the engine for 2-3 minutes to protect it inspected and serviced by brushing away loose...
Operation Manual
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... right blade tip to the next step. 3. Loosen, but do not remove, the jam nuts (b) on operator preference. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is operating properly. 5. Lubricate all the tractor systems are above freezing. 5. Re-install the hardware previously removed and torque the nut to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. DECK LEVELING If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, leveling adjustments can cause burns to prevent possible discharge...
... right blade tip to the next step. 3. Loosen, but do not remove, the jam nuts (b) on operator preference. NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is operating properly. 5. Lubricate all the tractor systems are above freezing. 5. Re-install the hardware previously removed and torque the nut to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. DECK LEVELING If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, leveling adjustments can cause burns to prevent possible discharge...
Operation Manual
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... deck. Releasing belt tension with the idler pulley: a. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that provides the most horizontal run of the belt between the deck idler pulleys and the PTO pulley on page 27. 26 NOTE: The deck wheels are not designed to protect the tractor's electrical system from the tractor as follows: 1. When proper adjustment is achieved, re-tighten the outer jam nut (a) and replace the end cap. (a) (b) Service ELECTRICAL SYSTEM A fuse...
... deck. Releasing belt tension with the idler pulley: a. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that provides the most horizontal run of the belt between the deck idler pulleys and the PTO pulley on page 27. 26 NOTE: The deck wheels are not designed to protect the tractor's electrical system from the tractor as follows: 1. When proper adjustment is achieved, re-tighten the outer jam nut (a) and replace the end cap. (a) (b) Service ELECTRICAL SYSTEM A fuse...
Operation Manual
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... Spark plug wire loose. 3. Engine idles poorly 1. REMEDY 1. Replace fuel filter. 7. PRODUCT CARE Troubleshooting WARNING Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all four tires. 30 Engage park brake. 3. Throttle control lever not in gas cap plugged. 5. Replace fuel line. Uneven tire pressure. Crank engine with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Turn off the engine, remove the key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and the negative battery cable to prevent unintended starting position. 5. THIS SECTION ADDRESSES MINOR SERVICE...
... Spark plug wire loose. 3. Engine idles poorly 1. REMEDY 1. Replace fuel filter. 7. PRODUCT CARE Troubleshooting WARNING Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all four tires. 30 Engage park brake. 3. Throttle control lever not in gas cap plugged. 5. Replace fuel line. Uneven tire pressure. Crank engine with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Turn off the engine, remove the key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and the negative battery cable to prevent unintended starting position. 5. THIS SECTION ADDRESSES MINOR SERVICE...
Parts and Warranty
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...Deck Wheel AGM Battery Fuel Cap Standard Key, Black Chute Deflector, 42 & 46 Chute Deflector, 50 & 54 Chute Deflector, 60 Rear Wheel Assembly, ZTS1 42/46 Rear Wheel Assembly, ZTS1 50 Rear Wheel Assembly, ZTS2 Front Wheel Assembly Oil Filter, Kohler Oil Filter, Kawasaki Air Filter Kit, Kohler (KT7000) Air Filter Kit (Cylinder), Kohler (KT7000 PRO) Air Filter Kit (Cartridge), Kohler (KT7000 PRO) Air Filter, Kawasaki Spark Plug, Kohler Spark Plug, Kawasaki Fuel Filter, Kohler Fuel Filter, Kawasaki Premium 4-Cycle Oil (32 oz), Cub Cadet Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. Parts/Warranty Supplement Models ZTS1...
...Deck Wheel AGM Battery Fuel Cap Standard Key, Black Chute Deflector, 42 & 46 Chute Deflector, 50 & 54 Chute Deflector, 60 Rear Wheel Assembly, ZTS1 42/46 Rear Wheel Assembly, ZTS1 50 Rear Wheel Assembly, ZTS2 Front Wheel Assembly Oil Filter, Kohler Oil Filter, Kawasaki Air Filter Kit, Kohler (KT7000) Air Filter Kit (Cylinder), Kohler (KT7000 PRO) Air Filter Kit (Cartridge), Kohler (KT7000 PRO) Air Filter, Kawasaki Spark Plug, Kohler Spark Plug, Kawasaki Fuel Filter, Kohler Fuel Filter, Kawasaki Premium 4-Cycle Oil (32 oz), Cub Cadet Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. Parts/Warranty Supplement Models ZTS1...
Parts and Warranty
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... SHALL VOID THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. In no event shall a Product's warranty extend beyond the applicable Warranty Period. Product purchased outside of maintenance and/or improper maintenance, as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, shave plates, skid shoes, tines, filters, nozzles, hoses, O-rings, spray guns, wands, tires, spark plugs, fuses, bump knobs, outer spools, cutting line, inner belts, starter pulley, starter rope, drive belts, saw chains, guide bars, and other than the specified fuel, oil, or lubricants, as...
... SHALL VOID THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. In no event shall a Product's warranty extend beyond the applicable Warranty Period. Product purchased outside of maintenance and/or improper maintenance, as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, shave plates, skid shoes, tines, filters, nozzles, hoses, O-rings, spray guns, wands, tires, spark plugs, fuses, bump knobs, outer spools, cutting line, inner belts, starter pulley, starter rope, drive belts, saw chains, guide bars, and other than the specified fuel, oil, or lubricants, as...