Cub Cadet Z Force S 54 Z-Force S 48 Operator's Manual - Page 2

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, operate and maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage. All information in this manual is relative to the most recent product information available at the time of printing. Review this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine, its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator's Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. We reserve the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. If applicable, the power testing information used to 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, website address and mailing address can be found on this page. We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times. Throughout this manual, all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position. Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 19 Service 24 Troubleshooting 30 Replacement Parts 31 Attachments & Accessories 33 Warranties 34 Record Product Information Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and record the information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the model plate by standing at the left side of the tractor, pivoting the seat forward and looking down at the seat frame. This information will be necessary, should you seek technical support via our web site or with your local Cub Cadet dealer. Model Number Serial Number Product Registration and Customer Support Please register your product on our website, www.cubcadet.com. If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below: ◊ Visit us on the web at www.cubcadet.com See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.cubcadet.com/tutorials ◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 965-4CUB ◊ Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2