Section 2: Operation - Cub Cadet RZT 42 Operator's Manual

• Pull the throttle control handle rearward to
decrease the engine speed.
• When starting the engine, push the control
handle fully forward into the "CHOKE" position.
Refer to Figure 10. After starting and warming the
engine, move the control handle rearward until
you feel it move past the choke detent.
N. Parking Brake Engagement Lever
The parking brake engagement lever is located on
the front/left of the seat box frame, and is used to
engage the parking brake.

SECTION 2: OPERATION

GENERAL SAFETY
• RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - Read the operator's
manual. Learn to operate this machine SAFELY.
Don't risk INJURY or DEATH. Allow only those
who have become competent in its usage to
operate this tractor .
• Familiarize yourself with the operations of all the
instruments and controls.
• Before starting the engine or beginning operation,
be familiar with the controls. The operator should
be in the operator's seat. The PTO switch must
be in the disengaged position, the parking brake
engaged, and the RH and LH drive control levers
moved fully outward in the neutral position.
• Keep all shields in place. Keep away from moving
parts.
• NO RIDERS! Keep all people and pets a safe
distance away.Look behind and down to both
sides of the tractor before and while backing up.
• DO NOT direct the mower discharge at people.
• Avoid slopes where possible. Never operate on
slopes greater than 15°. Slopes with a greater
incline present dangerous operating conditions.
Tractors can be rolled over.
• Before leaving the operator'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.
• Operate the drive control levers smoothly and
avoid any sudden movements of the levers
when starting and stopping. Keep a firm grip on
the control levers; do not allow the levers to
return to neutral on their own.
• Be careful when operating near roadways. Stop
the tractor motion and wait for vehicles to pass
before operating along the road.
• Pull the lever fully upward and to the left; then
lower into the "J" slot to engage the parking
brake.
• Pull the lever up out of the "J" slot and to the
right; then lower completely to disengage the
parking brake.
IMPORTANT: If the LH and RH drive control levers
are not fully opened out in the neutral position when
engaging the parking brake, the engine will stop. The
parking brake must be placed in the engaged position
when starting the tractor engine.
• Do not operate the tractor with the mower deck
removed. Removal of the deck will change the
balance of the tractor, and could contribute to a
tractor rollover.
• Avoid operation on traction surfaces that are
unstable; use extreme caution if the surface is
slippery.
• Slow down before turning and come to a
complete stop before any zero turn maneuver.
• Do not stop the tractor or park the tractor over
combustible materials such as dry grass, leaves,
debris, etc.
• Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is
running or while the engine is hot. Allow the
engine several minutes to cool before refueling.
Tighten the fuel cap securely.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR
• Before you operate the tractor, study this manual
carefully to
operations of all the instruments and controls. It
has been prepared to help you operate and
maintain your tractor efficiently.
• Familiarize yourself with the operations of all the
instruments and controls.
• This engine is certified to operate on unleaded
gasoline. For best results, fill the fuel tank with
only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with a pump
sticker octane rating of 87 or higher. In countries
using the Research method, it should be 90
octane minimum.
• Unleaded gasoline is recommended because it
leaves less combustion chamber deposits and
reduces harmful exhaust emissions. Leaded
gasoline is not recommended and must not be
used where exhaust emissions are regulated.
NOTE: Purchase gasoline in small quantities. Do not
use gasoline left over from the previous season, to
minimize gum deposits in the fuel system.
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familiarize yourself with the