Using The Deck Wash System; Cleaning The Spindle Pulleys; Using The Transmission Bypass Rods; Tractor Storage - Cub Cadet RZT54 Operator's Manual

Using the Deck Wash System

WARNING!
When using the deck wash system,
never engage the deck from any position other than
the operator's seat of the tractor. Do not use an
assistant or engage deck in the presence of any
bystanders.
1. Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose
connected to a water supply.
2. Move the tractor to an area within reach of the hose where
the dispersal of wet grass clippings is not objectionable to
you. Disengage the 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. Release the lock collar to lock the adapter
on the nozzle. See Fig. 6-4.
Nozzle
Adapter
Adapter
Lock Collar
Figure 6-4
4. Turn on the water supply.
5. From the tractor operator's seat, start the engine and
engage the PTO. Allow to run as needed. Disengage the
PTO and stop the engine.
6. Turn off the water supply.
7. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to disconnect
the adapter from the nozzle.
8. Repeat the previous steps to clean the deck using the
nozzle at the other end of the deck.

Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys

Once a month remove the belt covers to remove any
accumulation of grass clippings from around the spindle pulleys
and V-belt. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass.

Using the Transmission Bypass Rods

If for any reason the tractor will not drive or you wish to move the
tractor, the two hydrostatic transmissions are equipped with a
bypass rod that will allow you to manually move the tractor short
distances.
1. From just in front of the two rear tires, locate the
transmission bypass rods. Refer to Fig. 6-5.
Pull Lock
Collar Back
2. Pull one rod toward the front of the tractor until the flange
on the rod is forward of the keyhole slot in the frame
assembly.
3. Lower the bypass rod into the keyhole slot and release so
the rod flange is against the front of the frame bracket.
Deck Wash
Nozzle 4. Repeat the above procedure to engage the other bypass
rod on the other side of the tractor.
5. After moving the tractor, disengage both bypass rods. Lift
the rod and guide the flange of the rod back through the
larger circular opening of the keyhole, then release the rod.
NOTE: The tractor will not drive with the bypass rods in the
engage position.

Tractor Storage

If your tractor is not going to be operated for an extended period
of time (thirty days to approximately six months), the tractor
should be prepared for storage. Store the tractor in a dry and
protected location. If stored outside, cover the tractor (including
the tires) to protect it from the elements. 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!
Do not tow the tractor, even with the
bypass rod engaged. Serious transmission damage
will result from doing so.
RH Transmission
Bypass Rod
Figure 6-5
WARNING!
Never store the tractor with fuel in the
tank indoors or in poorly ventilated enclosures,
where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or
pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes
dryer, etc.
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