Cub Cadet Z-Force-S 48 Operator's Manual page 21

4. Turn the water on.
5. While sitting in the operator's position on the tractor, start
the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit)
position.
6. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position.
7. Remain in the operator's position with the cutting deck
engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the
underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse.
8. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the OFF
position.
9. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the
tractor's engine off.
10. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the
water port on your deck's surface.
11. Repeat step 4-10 on the opposite side of the cutting deck.
After cleaning your deck with the Smart Jet™ system, return to
the operator's position and engage the PTO. Keep the cutting
deck running for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the
underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly dry.
Lubrication
WARNING!
Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.
Front Wheels
Each of the front wheel spindles and rims is equipped with a
grease fitting. See Fig. 6-3. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose
grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor
operation.
Grease
Fittings
Figure 6-3
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake
and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.
Deck Spindle
Grease fittings can be found on each deck spindle. See Fig. 6-4.
Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2 multi-
purpose lithium grease. Using a grease gun, apply two strokes
(minimum) or sufficient grease to the spindle shaft.
Figure 6-4
Tires
WARNING!
Never exceed the maximum inflation
pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire.
Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer's
recommended or maximum psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire
pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly.
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