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  • Cub Cadet Z-Force 48 | Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual - Page 1
    • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Z-Force 48 & 54 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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    an adjustment or repair the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual to mower anyone enters the area. without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place. 11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade
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    emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any adjustments. 21. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blade(s), place drive control levers in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting. 4. 22. Use extra care when
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    and turn blade instructions and safe operation practices in this manual fabric-covered seat incorporating adjustable armrests, an adjustable seat back, an adjustable fore/aft track, a weight/ride adjustable Service change inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion. f. Replace
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    wear, bent, cracked). Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this 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
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    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 blade(s) can amputate hands and
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    on or behind the slope (e.g. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.) 3. Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ). 4. Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope (See Figure 1 and Figure 2). 5. If there is a gap below the gauge, the slope is
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    Figure 1-1 Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter and oil drain tube from the manual bag and store for future use. Cut the wire tie . 1. Cut any straps securing the seat assembly and the drive control levers to the tractor. Remove any packing material. NOTE: Be careful not to cut the wiring
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    Hourglass Spacer NOTE: If the battery is 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 operating the tractor. Figure 1-5 3. Refer to "Adjusting the Drive Control Levers" in the Maintenance
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    the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat adjustment lever. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position; then release the adjustment lever. Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor. See Figure 1-7. Figure 1-7 Section 2 - Assembly & Set-Up 11
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    BRAKE W A R N I N G Parking Brake RH Drive Control Lever LH Drive Control Lever Deck Lift Pedal PTO Switch RUN STOP START Hour Meter Ignition Switch Deck to a 1⁄4" change in the deck height position ranging mower deck. To raise the mowing deck to the transport position, push the upper part
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    RH drive control levers are not in the neutral position and locked when engaging the parking brake, the engine will stop. The parking brake must be placed in the engaged position when starting the tractor engine. Fuel Tank The fuel tank is located to the right of the operator's seat. Turn the fill
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    each rear wheel. See Figure 1-1 on page 9. When engaged, the two rods open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which allows the tractor to be pushed short distances by hand. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments section for instructions on using the bypass feature. CAUTION: Never tow
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    's seat: Shut off the PTO, move the RH and LH drive control levers fully outward in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Wait for all movement to stop before servicing or cleaning. • When operating this mower, in the forward direction
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    leaves the seat with the PTO engaged, regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged. NOTE: The PTO switch must be moved to the "OFF" position to restart the engine. • The safety interlock system will shut off the PTO and the mower blades will stop if both drive control levers are moved into
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    Stopping the Engine 1. Place the PTO switch in the "OFF" position. 2. Move the RH and LH drive control levers to the neutral position. 3. Engage the parking brake. 4. Move the throttle control to midway between the SLOW and FAST positions. 5. Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position and remove
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    4. G ON SLOW FAST CHOKE ON START NEUTRAL OFF BRAKE WARNING Forward Right Turn Figure 1-4 The greater the fore-to-aft distance between the two levers, the sharper the tractor will turn. To execute a "pivot turn," move the turn side drive control lever to the neutral position, while moving the
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    WARNING START NEUTRAL FAST CHOKE ON RUN STOP OFF BRAKE START SLOW G ON Figure 1-7 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
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    ! Do not leave the seat of the tractor without disengaging the PTO, moving drive control levers fully outward in the neutral position, and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, turn the ignition key off and remove key. Driving On Slopes Refer to the slope gauge in the Safe
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    seat with both drive control levers opened fully outward, disengage the parking brake and momentarily turn the ignition switch to the start position. The engine should not crank. 2. Engage the parking brake and pull the PTO switch upward to the engaged position. Momentarily turn the ignition switch
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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
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    . Start engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly. Number of Oil Points DAILY 4 4 2 2 2 2 1 2 WEEKLY 1 2 2 2 2 Description Deck Suspension Pivots Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin Height Adjustment Handle Pivots Height Adjustment Stop Pivots Deck Lift Linkage Pivots
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    PTO, move the drive control levers fully outward in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key to prevent unintended starting. Engine Refer to the Kohler Owner's Manual for all engine maintenance intervals, procedures, specifications and instructions. Changing
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    battery charger clips to the battery while the charger is turned tire mechanic inspect and service the tire. • PTO, engage the parking brake, and stop the engine. 3. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto one of the deck wash nozzles at either end of the mower deck
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    . The procedures outlined below should be performed whenever the tractor is placed in storage. 1. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in the engine manual packed with this manual. WARNING! Never store the tractor with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated
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    be approximately 1⁄4" lower than the rear of deck. NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. See the tire side wall for proper inflation pressures. 1. Park the mower on a flat paved surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, remove the key
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    . To obtain an accurate measure, align blades in parallel with mower centerline, (i.e. front to back). Brakes NOTE: The parking brakes normally do not need to be adjusted. 4. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip of the left To adjust either brake individually, loosen the jam nuts on the
  • Cub Cadet Z-Force 48 | Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual - Page 29
    . 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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    If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the tractor's electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. There are several safety switches in the electrical system (PTO Switch, PTO Clutch, Parking Brake/Drive Control Lever Switch, Seat Switch and No Cut in Reverse Switch). If
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    PTO switch in the "OFF" position, engage the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position and remove the key from the switch. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to cut yourself on the sharpened blades
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    tools used in order to change the tractor's transmission drive belt. 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 drive control levers are in the neutral
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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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    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 parts or a complete Parts Manual
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    Discharge Chute Assembly 02003490 634-04495 Wheel Assembly (Z-Force 54) Wheel Assembly (Z-Force 48) 02004999 Caster Wheel Assembly Phone (877) 282-8684 to locate your nearest Cub Cadet dealer to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number
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    0022 490-325-0020 490-850-0014 22216 Part 48" Mulch Kit 54" Mulch Kit 48" & 54" Bagger * * - Use of this attachment requires the installation of the 19A70030100 Front Weight Kit below Front Weight Kit Tractor Cover Blade Removal Tool Oil Siphon Oil Filter Wrench Spark Plug Wrench 16 oz. Tire & Tube
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    Notes 11 37
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    placed into service. The warranty period is two years. 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
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    , 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 coverage. Further, the coverage under
  • Cub Cadet Z-Force 48 | Z-Force 48 Operator's Manual - Page 40
    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 purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer. Please see the operator's manual for information on required
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CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
O
PERATOR
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S
M
ANUAL
Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation •
Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting •
Warranty
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.
Z-Force 48 & 54
Form No. 769-08543
(October 15, 2012)