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• Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Tank LZ 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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establish the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers
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follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
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and mechanics should be trained to operate or service the equipment. The owner is responsible for instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other foreign objects that could
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machine by the machine manufacturer. Read, understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment. 32. Data which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgement. Contact your customer service representative for assistance. Slope Operation Slopes
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operator's waist at all times, except when the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on ROPS are: the machine and should death if an accidental overturn occurs. In order limbs, clothes lines, guy wires, utility poles, buildings, etc. for the ROPS to be effective, the seat
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The key is removed • The engine spark plug wire(s) removed • All connections to the negative terminal of minutes before refueling. h. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom manual. If the safety interlock system does not function properly, have your machine serviced
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fuel tanks for evaporative emission control. California models may also include a carbon canister. Please contact Customer Support for of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! 8
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on the machine before attempting 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
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Slope Gauge (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. 2. Locate a vertical object on or behind
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pallet. 6. Rotate the levers to the right of the tractor to disengage the transmission bypass valves. 7. Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter from the manual bag and store for future use. Cut the wire tie holding the chute deflector up and discard any packing material. 11
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the rear of the machine with the use of extensions. Also, access can be gained by reaching in from the sides over the tires fuel tanks. 3. Install the reinforced plates and flange lock nuts, but do B not tighten. See Fig. 3-3. A C 12 Section 2- Assembly & Set-Up Figure
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8. Move the upper ROPS section to the upright position, and insert the locking pins with their retainer hairpin clips. See Fig. 3-6. To adjust the height of the drive control levers: 1. Remove the flange lock nuts that secure the carriage bolts in the drive control levers. See Fig. 3-7. Locking
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cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. For shipping reasons, both battery cables on 3-11. NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery prior to operating the
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Lever Parking Break Lever Digital Tachometer & Hour Meter Ignition Switch Tool Box Throttle Control Accessory Switch Receptacles Fuel Gauge Fuel Tank Cap Fuel Tank Cap Figure 4-1 NOTE: References to practice to master. Refer to Operation for instructions on using the control levers. STOP -
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and service reminders (oil, lube) in the digital display. The tachometer/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
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top of each of the two fuel tanks and measures the fuel level in each tank. Fuel Valve The fuel valve is between the seat and the console. Auxiliary Power Point (Not Shown) The auxiliary power point is a 12V DC outlet and is instructions on using the bypass feature. Section 4 - Controls
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-Up section for instructions on adjusting the seat. Safety Interlock System This machine is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the machine. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety
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. Follow all federal, state and local guidelines regarding the use of personal protective equipment. Carefully practice maneuvering the machine using the instructions in the following section "Driving the Tractor." Practice until you are confident that you can safely operate the tractor. Driving the
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4. Move the throttle control lever forward to the full throttle (FAST) position. NOTE: Although the tractor's engine is designed to run at full throttle, when performing a practice session the tractor must be operated at less than full throttle. This only applies to practice. WARNING! Always
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3. The greater the fore-to-aft distance between the two levers, the sharper the tractor will turn. 4. To execute a "pivot turn," move the turn side drive control lever to the neutral position, while moving the other control lever forward. NOTE: Making a "pivot turn" on grass will greatly increase
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(full engine speed). 4. The operator must remain in the tractor seat at all times. If the operator should leave the seat without turning off the power take-off switch, the tractor's engine will shut off. Figure 5-9 22 Section 5- Operation
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is free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other objects that can be thrown and work upward to ensure turns are made uphill. 3. On the first pass pick a point on the opposite side of the area to be circuit is not working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected. DO NOT
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Mower Cutting Blades The blades normally "factory installed" on a mower afford the best grass cutting performance on the majority of grasses and mowing conditions; however, there will be occasions whereby the grass type, stage of grass growth, soil conditions, and weather conditions will require
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(see chart) Change hydrostatic fluid & filter in transaxles † Before Each use P P P P P P Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 500 Hours After Mowing P P P P P P P P P P † - After first 300 hours, change hydrostatic fluid and filter in transaxles. * - Perform more frequently under dusty
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is so equipped) LUBRICATION CHART Use a grease-gun filled with NO. 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease 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 Grease Points
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, see an authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. Changing the Engine Oil WARNING ! If the engine has been recently run, the engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise caution to avoid burns. Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual. Be careful
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inflated to the recommended pressures. Improper inflation will shorten the tire service life. See the tire side wall for proper inflation pressures. tractor to an area within reach of the hose where you won't have a problem with wet grass clippings. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, and
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instructions provided in the engine manual. WARNING! Never store the tractor with fuel in the tank tank deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems. b. Using a fuel stabilizer: • Read the product manufacturer's instructions in shortened life and reduce serviceability. 5. Sharpen the blades
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Levers Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions on adjusting the drive control levers. Leveling the Mower Deck shut off the engine, remove the key from the ignition switch, disconnect the spark plug wires and using the deck lift pedal, position the mowing deck into the 4" height of cut
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are an anti-scalp feature of the deck and are not designed to support the weight of the cutting deck. The mower deck cutting height can be seat and secure in place with the seat prop. Remove the battery as instructed in the Service section. NOTE: There is a cable for each of the transmissions, be
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Removing/Installing the Inner Baffle The inner flow-control baffle can be removed depending on the mowing conditions. The baffle controls discharge and can be removed for high-volume grasses and installed for precision cutting. 1. Remove the carriage bolts, push nuts and flange lock nuts that secure
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tractor following the normal starting instructions previously provided; then disconnect power steering is not working and check the 20 amp fuse for all other electrical problems. If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the tractor's electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service
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a normally trouble free device. If a problem develops and the blades do not turn, first check the 20 amp fuse, then investigate the wiring harness and the belt off the PTO pulley. See Fig. 7-2. 60" & 54" Deck PTO Belt 48" Deck 6. PTO Belt Remove the four lynch pins that secure the deck to the
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the idler clockwise on the 60" and 54" decks and counter-clockwise on the 48" deck. See Fig. 7-7. While holding the deck idler, loosen the deck belt the blades. When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to cut yourself on the sharpened blades. 1. Remove the deck as instructed in the Deck Removal
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operating position. WARNING! Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 100 lbs-ft and 120 lbs-ft. 36 Section 7- Service
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Remove the deck as instructed in the Deck Removal . See Fig. 7-11. Hex Screw Spacer Flange Lock Nut Support Plate Spindle Assembly Hex Flange Bolt Spacer Blade Flange Lock Nut change the tractor's transmission drive belt. See your Cub Cadet dealer to have the transmission drive belt replaced.
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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
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754-04296 Deck Belt (LZ-48) Deck Belt (LZ-54) Deck Belt (LZ-60) PTO Belt (LZ-48) PTO Belt (LZ-54) PTO Belt (LZ-60) 954-04320 Drive Belt 02005017 02005017-X 02005018 02005018-X 02005019 02005019-X Hi-Lift Blade, 17.0 (LZ-48) Xtreme Mowing Blade (LZ-48) Hi-Lift Blade, 19.0 (LZ-54) Xtreme Mowing
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Gas Cap 946-04840 Throttle Control 946-04812 Choke Control 925-2054A Ignition Key 01006693P Discharge Chute Assembly 634-04749 634-04734 Wheel Assembly (LZ-48), 24 x 9.5-12 Wheel Assembly (LZ-54 & LZ-60), 24 x 12-12 02002821 Wheel Assembly, 13 x 6.50-6 40 Section 10 - Replacement Parts
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Attachments & Accessories Part No. 59A30033150 59A30036150 59A30035150 490-850-0005 490-850-0008 10 Part Power Assist Triple Bagger 72" Snow Blade Electric Deck Lift Blade Removal Tool Oil Siphon 41
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the problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department at 1-800-800-7310 or via email at http://support.mtdproducts
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System • Cold start enrichment system (soft choke) • Carburetor and internal parts (or fuel injection system) • Fuel pump • Fuel tank (2) Air Induction System • Air cleaner • Intake manifold (3) Ignition System • Spark plug(s) • Magneto ignition system (4) Exhaust System • Catalytic converter
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CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TANK M/TANK S/TANK L ZERO-TURN COMMERCIAL RIDING MOWER 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