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• Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual RZT L Series Tractor WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC
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To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Tractor. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. It instructs you how to safely and easily set up,
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, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual instruction. caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in 5. To help avoid blade it at anyone. Do not operate the mower anyone enters the area. without the discharge
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that stops power to the blades when driving in reverse. If use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn
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b. Be alert and turn machine off if a up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage manual. "Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!" 6. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
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in this manual. "Use of parts which do not Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. may laws and regulations for gas, oil, When required, models are equipped Commission Customer Support for information inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all
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to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING- ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the
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8 Slope Gauge Section 2 - Safe Operation Practices (OK) Figure 1 15° Slope (TOO STEEP) Figure 2 15° Slope 15° dashed line USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line.
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Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Crate • One RZT L Tractor • One Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Hardware Pack NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the put into service after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the Maintenance section your Operator's Manual prior to
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deck without the chute deflector installed and in the down position. The discharge chute deflector must be installed before operating the mower. 1. Remove the keys that are attached with a zip tie to the chute bracket. 2. Remove the flange lock nuts from the deck. Do not remove the
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Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual practice to master. Refer to Operation for instructions on using the control levers. Deck Height Index the console, and is used to raise and lower the mower deck. Pull the handle to the left out of
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the Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions on using the bypass feature. CAUTION: Never downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn approximately 1⁄4 turn clockwise to tighten. Always re-install the fuel when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is engaged. • Pull the throttle/choke
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). BATT. OIL HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE NOTE: The hour meter is activated whenever the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position. Keep a record of the actual hours of operation to assure all maintenance procedures are completed according to the instructions in this manual and the
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INSTRUCTION - Entirely read this operator's manual Keep away from moving parts. • NO RIDERS! to stop before servicing or cleaning. turning and come to a complete stop before any zero turn • Check the engine oil level. • Clean authorized Cub Cadet Dealer the PTO and the mower blades will stop if both
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the tractor if any part of the interlock system key into the ignition switch and turn the key clockwise to the start oil pressure light come on, immediately stop the engine. Have the tractor inspected by your Cub Cadet following the normal starting instructions previously provided; then disconnect
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conventional type riding tractor. Although and because a zero turn tractor is more maneuverable, getting used to operating levers are not even in the neutral position, refer to Maintenance & Adjustments for instructions to adjust the levers so that they are even. WARNING! Always maintain your
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the tractor while driving forward, move the control levers as necessary so that one lever is rearward of the other. The tractor will turn in the direction of the rearward control lever. 1. To turn to the left, move the left drive control lever rearward of the right lever. See Fig. 5-4. Forward Left
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in reverse, move the left drive control lever forward of the right lever. See Fig. 5-7. Executing a Zero Turn WARNING! When executing a zero turn, the tractor MUST BE STOPPED. Executing a zero turn while the tractor is moving can significantly reduce your control of the tractor and will cause
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thrown by the rotating blades. NOTE: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in grass. Premature wear and possible failure of the 'V" belt and PTO clutch will slow down or stop before turning. A U-turn is recommended unless a pivot or zero turn is required. 7. Align the mower with an edge of the
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they are working properly. If a safety circuit is not working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. DO NOT operate the tractor if any safety circuit is the slow reverse position; the PTO should disengage and the mower deck should stop. Section 5 - Operation 21
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instructions. Lubrication • Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the front castor wheel axles with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of service. • Periodically lubricate all other pivot points with a quality lubricating oil. Cleaning the Spindle mower deck Figure 6-1 Turn on the
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or seriously under inflated. Have it inspected and serviced by a qualified tire mechanic. General Battery Information charger clips to the battery while the charger is turned on, as it can cause sparks. • Keep a bypass rod that will allow you to manually move the tractor short distances. WARNING! Do
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oil and filter following the instructions provided in the engine manual packed with this manual spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability. Removing The Tractor From Storage 1. Check the engine oil blades. While supporting the
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deck hanger link. See Figure 6-4. 4. Using a wrench, raise or lower the left side of the deck by turning the adjustment gear. See Figure 6-4. The deck is properly leveled when both blade tip measurements are equal. Retighten the hex bolt on the front left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment
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Adjusting the Front Gauge Wheels WARNING!: Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck. The front gauge wheels on the mower deck are an anti-scalp feature, and should not ride on the ground. The front gauge wheels should be approximately 1⁄4-1⁄2" above the ground when the
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. The procedures outlined below should be performed whenever the riding mower is placed in storage. 1. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in the Engine Manual. WARNING! Never store the riding mower with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated enclosures
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Service 7 Battery Removal WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories problem with blown fuses, have the tractor's electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Deck Removal Remove the mower deck from the belt from the PTO pulley. 28
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belt off the PTO pulley. Highest Mowing Position 3. Pull the left side of the belt rearward and downward while manually turning the PTO pulley to the right until the belt of the 'V" belt just far enough to lift the belt up and over the idler pulley. See Figure 7-4. 46/50/54" Decks Moveable Idler
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the 'V' belt is in the spindle pulleys on the deck; then route the belt rearward beneath the belt routing to make sure that the belt has been routed properly. 8. Place the deck lift handle into the highest mowing position and slide the deck out from beneath the tractor. 30 Section 7- Service
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the belt from the spindle pulleys. 5. Install the new belt around the spindle pulleys as shown and reinstall the belt covers. See Figure 7-8. Flat Washer Hex Screw Figure 7-11 NOTE: Take note of the position of the belt guard to ensure they are properly re-installed. Section 7 - Service 31
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to Deck Installation on page 30). 50" & 54" Deck 1. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Deck Removal on page 28). 2. Remove the hex washer screws securing the belt covers to the deck. See Figure 7-11. Hex Washer Screws Spindle Pulley Belt Cover 3. Remove the two idler pulleys by
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. See your Cub Cadet dealer to have the transmission drive belt replaced. Tractor Creeping Creeping is the slight forward or backward movement of the mower when the throttle is on and the speed control levers are in the neutral position. If your mower creeps, see an authorized service dealer. Hex
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Troubleshooting Problem Excessive vibration Uneven cut Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped w/Mulching Kit) Cause 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 1. Deck not leveled properly. 2. Dull blade. 3. Uneven tire pressure. 1. Engine speed too low. 2. Wet grass.
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Deck Blade, RZT L54 918-04822A 918-05078 918-04125B 618-06978 Deck Spindle, RZT L42 Deck Spindle, RZT L46 Deck Spindle, RZT L50 Deck Spindle, RZT L54 734-04155 Deck Wheel 925-1707D Battery 951-12179B Fuel Tank Cap Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual
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L54 634-04212B 634-04711 Caster Wheel Assy., RZT L42 Caster Wheel Assy., RZT L46/50/54 Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com 36
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10 The following attachments and accessories are compatible with your Cub Cadet RZT L tractor. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. Part Number Part 19B70020100 19B70004100 19A70043100 19A30006100
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purchaser or first placed into service. Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emission-related parts is as follows: 1. Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the
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, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part. That notwithstanding, any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty
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CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL ZERO-TURN ("RZT") MOWERS IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer. Please see the operator's manual for information on required