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Cub Cadet Z-Force Pro Operator's Manual

Cub Cadet Z-Force Pro Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Service • Troubleshooting
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Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 2
Assembly & Set-Up .................................................. 8
Controls & Operation .............................................11
Service .....................................................................16
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all
models and the model depicted may differ from yours.
Printed In USA
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BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
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Troubleshooting .................................................... 22
Replacement Parts ................................................ 23
Attachments & Accessories .................................. 23
Warranty ...................................................Back Page
WARNING
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Form No. 769-11052
(August 19, 2015)

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Service • Troubleshooting ’ peratOr anual Tractor Z-Force Pro Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices ........2 Troubleshooting ............ 22 Assembly & Set-Up ..........8 Replacement Parts ..........23 Controls & Operation ..........11 Attachments &...

  • Page 2: Safe Operation Practices

    Important Safe Operation Practices WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 3 Always wear appropriate clothing and personal protective Use only accessories and attachments approved for this machine equipment (e.g. safety glasses, long pants, gloves, hearing by the machine manufacturer. Read, understand and follow all protection , safety shoes, hard hat) when operating or maintaining instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment.
  • Page 4 Operator Protective System (OPS) Do not use a grass catcher on slopes steeper than 15 degrees. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding This machine is equipped with an Operator Protective System and/or loss of control. (OPS), which includes: Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g.
  • Page 5 Inspect the ROPS and seat belt assemblies on a regular basis for Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or damage and improper operation. Replace all components that container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do are damaged or are not functioning properly with authorized not use a nozzle lock-open device.
  • Page 6 Notice Regarding Emissions Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow This machine is equipped with an engine that is certified to federal EPA objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check emission standards for non-road engines and equipment, and where components and replace immediately with original equipment applicable to California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission standards.
  • Page 7 2 — S ection peration racticeS...

  • Page 8: Assembly & Set-Up

    Assembly & Set-Up Thank You Thank you for purchasing this product. It was carefully engineered to If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. of the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer’s web site.
  • Page 9 Positioning the Roll Over Protective Adjusting the Seat The mechanical suspension mechanism (if equipped) incorporates weight/ride adjustment System (ROPS) This tractor is equipped with an adjustable controls for operators in the 125 to 275 lb. weight seat, which includes a retractable seat belt range (turn the knob on the front of the seat The ROPS is shipped folded down for shipping assembly and an Operator Presence Sensor...
  • Page 10 Install the Rear Hitch Bracket Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the negative battery terminal and attach Remove the hex flange screws (a) and the black cable to the negative battery flange lock nuts (b) that secure the terminal (–) with the bolt (a) and hex nut (b). hitch bracket (c) to the bumper bracket.

  • Page 11: Controls & Operation

    Controls & Operation Forward Drive Pedal Reverse Drive Pedal Brake Pedal Steering Column Adjustment Lever Deck Lift Handle Control Panel Deck Height Index (c)* (e)+ Cup Holder (f)+ Fuel Valve (g)+ Fuel Tank Cap Fuel Tank Cap Fuel Level Window Fuel Level Window * –...

  • Page 12: Park Brake

    Transmission Oil Expansion Reservoir Throttle Control (b) Transmission Bypass Rods The throttle control is located on the RH The transmission oil expansion reservoir The transmission bypass rods (one for each the console. When set in a given position, a is connected by hoses to the RH and LH RH and LH transmission) are located on the rear uniform engine speed will be maintained.

  • Page 13: General Safety

    Air Filter Service • Do not operate the tractor with the Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) mower deck removed. Removal of the and unleaded gasoline blends (up to a The letters “CLN” maximum of 15% MTBE by volume) are deck will change the balance of the will display, followed approved fuels.

  • Page 14: Driving The Tractor

    Lift the choke knob into the on position. Have the tractor’s electrical system To release the cruise control, press the checked and repaired as soon as brake (c) or the forward drive pedal (a). NOTE: If the engine is warmed up, possible to eliminate the need for jump NOTE: it may not be necessary to choke the...
  • Page 15 Deck Lift Lever The operator must remain in the tractor seat at all times. If the operator should To raise or lower the cutting deck, depress the leave the seat without disengaging the button on the end of the handle and push PTO, the tractor’s engine will shut off.

  • Page 16: Service

    Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the front castor wheel axles Remove the hose from the clip securing with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after it to the frame. every 10 hours of service. Route the free end of the oil drain hose •...
  • Page 17 Every 25 hours, lubricate the deck spindles. Tires The battery must be stored with a full charge. A discharged battery can freeze Remove the wing knobs (a) to remove the belt Check the tire air pressure after every 50 hours covers (b), locate the spindle lube fitting and using sooner than a charged battery.
  • Page 18 Adjustments Clean the reservoir cap and the area for storage Use a fuel stabilizer around the cap to prevent debris from between 30 and 90 days contaminating the transmission oil. See WARNING! Shut the engine off, • Read the product Figure 4-6.
  • Page 19 The front of the deck should be between Remove the lock nut (a) securing one of Remove the spark plugs and pour the front gauge wheel (b) to the deck. approximately one ounce of oil into 1⁄4-3⁄8” lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if Remove the front gauge wheel (b), hex each cylinder.
  • Page 20 If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, POSITION (a) using the deck lift have the tractor’s electrical system checked by handle. See Figure 4-2. your Cub Cadet Service Dealer. Move on to step 6. Relays and Switches Locate the LH and RH deck release pins (a) on each side of the deck.
  • Page 21 Mower Blade Care Once the deck is under the tractor, Remove the two idler pulleys (a) by move the deck lift handle to the lowest removing the flange lock nuts (b) and WARNING! Before performing mowing position. pulley caps (c) that secure them to the any maintenance, place the PTO deck and the idler arm.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Excessive vibration 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 1. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 2. Replace blade. Uneven cut 1. Deck not leveled properly. 1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment. 2. Dull blade. 2.

  • Page 23: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Part Number Description 954-05012A Deck Belt, 48” 954-05013 Deck Belt, 54” 954-05015 Deck Belt, 60” 954-04317A Drive Belt 942-04417 Blades, 48” Deck 942-04416 Blades, 54” Deck 942-04415 Blades, 60” Deck 918-06994A Deck Spindle, 48” Deck 918-06693A Deck Spindle, 54” Deck 918-06076A Deck Spindle, 60”...
  • Page 24 Notes...
  • Page 25 8 — n ection oteS...
  • Page 26 FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system (ECS) warranty on your 2015-2016 small off-road equipment (outdoor equipment).
  • Page 27 WARRANTED PARTS: The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the outdoor equipment has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part.
  • Page 28 Without limiting the foregoing, this limited warranty does not The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with provide coverage in the following cases: respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the...

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