Cub Cadet Pro Z 500 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 .................................................10
Controls & Operation .............................................14
Service .................................................................... 20
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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Pro Z Series
500/700/900
Steering Wheel
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
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Troubleshooting .................................................... 28
Replacement Parts ................................................ 29
Attachments & Accessories .................................. 29
Warranties ............................................................. 30
WARNING
anual
Form No. 769-11393
(February 18, 2016)
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Service • Troubleshooting ’ peratOr anual Pro Z Series 500/700/900 Steering Wheel Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices ........2 Troubleshooting ............ 28 Assembly & Set-Up ..........10 Replacement Parts ..........29 Controls & Operation ..........14 Attachments &... -
Page 2: Important 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: General Operation
Training Always wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment (e.g. safety glasses, long pants, gloves, hearing protection , safety shoes, hard hat) when operating or Read the Operator’s manual and other training material. If maintaining this machine. Long hair, loose fitting clothing the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English it is the or jewelry may get entangled in moving parts. - Page 4 Never attempt to operate the machine without the Keep all movements on the slopes slow and gradual. Do mowing deck attached; the machine could tip over. not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid acceleration could cause the front of the machine to lift Keep the machine and especially the engine exhaust and rapidly flip over backwards, which could cause serious system and hydraulic components clean and free of grease,...
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Page 5: Transporting Machines
Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate this Seat belts shall be used and shall be properly fastened machine. Children 16 and over should read and understand the about the operator’s waist at all times, except when the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on ROPS are: the machine and should be trained and supervised by an adult. - Page 6 Hydraulic Devices and Systems Never remove fuel cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient minutes before refueling. force to penetrate skin and cause serious injury. If foreign fluid is Never over fill fuel tank.
- Page 7 Do not modify engine Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, way.
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Page 8: Safety Symbols
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING—... - Page 9 2 — S ection peration racticeS...
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Page 10: Assembly & Set-Up
Assembly & Set-Up Thank You Thank you for purchasing this product. It was carefully engineered to provide If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer’s web site. - Page 11 Steering Wheel Column Operator’s Seat Remove the clevis pin (a) and cotter pin (b) securing the recliner bearing plate in the The steering wheel column is tilted all the way Remove the two flange lock nuts (b) and seat back position. See Figure 2-9. back for shipping purposes.
- Page 12 Seat Adjustment The seat tilt is controlled by the knob on the left To adjust the height of the arm rests (700 and 900 of the seat. Turn the knob rearward to tilt the series) , lift the arm rest and rotate the knob under Proper steering column and seat adjustment will seat back, turn the knob forward to tilt the seat the arm rest right or left to increase or decrease the...
- Page 13 Connecting the Battery Cables California PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Caution: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
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Page 14: Controls & Operation
Controls & Operation Throttle Manual Throttle (If equipped) The throttle control is located on the RH console to the right of the operator’s seat. When set in a given position, a uniform engine speed will be maintained. The throttle Deck Lift Pedal control moves between the FAST Forward Drive Pedal slow... - Page 15 Reverse Drive Pedal Deck Height Index Fuel Gauge(s) The reverse drive pedal is located There is a fuel gauge on top on the right side of the tractor, to of each of the two fuel tanks the right of the forward drive pedal, The deck height index consists of several holes or a single gauge to the right along the running board.
- Page 16 Cold Weather Starting Remove the deck cover Open the fuel valve(s). NOTE: If both tanks are on, and one is empty The tension of the deck drive When starting the engine at temperatures near or the engine will not start. Be certain to make belts are maintained by a spring below freezing, ensure the correct viscosity motor sure both tanks have fuel or that the empty...
- Page 17 Driving the Tractor In Reverse Carefully move (or have moved) the tractor to Slowly push the forward drive pedal the practice area. When performing the practice forward. The tractor will start to move Warning! Always look behind and forward. See Figure 3-1. session, the PTO knob should not be engaged.
- Page 18 Executing a Zero Turn Using the Mower Deck To prevent rutting or grooving of the turf, if possible, change the direction that the strips Warning! Make certain the area to A zero turn maneuver can be executed are mowed by approximately 45° for the next while the machine is moving in the forward be mowed is free of debris, sticks, and each subsequent mowing.
- Page 19 Reconfigurable Mower Discharge Inner Baffle Baffle Cutting Blades Gauge Wheels Front Roller Rear Rollers Standard set-up Installed Installed Hi-lift Low = 3 to 5” Low = 3 to 5” Low = 3 to 5” High = 1 to High = 1 to High = 1 to 2-1⁄2”...
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Page 20: Service
Service Maintenance Schedule Before Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 500 Hours After Mowing Each use Check gasoline level Check hydraulic hoses for leaks Check tires & tire pressure Check deck, mower and hydro drive belts Check blades and blade bolt tightness Check safety switches for proper operation Check fluid level in transmission oil expansion reservoir Check engine intake screen/cover... - Page 21 OIL CHART Number of Oil Points Description DAILY Apply a few drops of SAE engine oil, grease, or use a spray lubricant. Apply the oil to both Deck Suspension Pivots sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Start Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly.
- Page 22 Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after Lubrication Chart on page 21 and refer to the clean cold water. If there is any every 10 hours of service.
- Page 23 Using the Transmission Bypass Rods All batteries discharge during storage. Turn the reservoir cap counter-clockwise Keep the exterior of the battery clean, to remove, then check the oil level in the If for any reason the tractor will not drive or you especially the top.
- Page 24 Adjustments Emptying the fuel system for The front of the deck should be between storage of more than 90 days: 1⁄4-3⁄8” lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows: Warning! Shut the engine off, • Prior to putting the tractor remove the ignition key and Park the tractor on a firm, level surface in storage, monitor fuel...
- Page 25 If the engine does not stop, the seat switch possible to eliminate the need for jump must be replaced. See your Cub Cadet Service starting. Dealer. Servicing Electrical System...
- Page 26 Replacing the PTO Belt Remove the four lynch pins (a) that Using a 1⁄2” drive insert the end into the secure the deck to the deck lift 1⁄2” square opening in the deck idler Remove the PTO belt (a) from the deck assembly.
- Page 27 Creeping is the slight forward or backward movement of the mower when the throttle is on and the speed control pedals are in the neutral position. If your mower creeps, see your Cub Cadet service dealer. 4 — S ection ervice...
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Page 28: 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 29: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts Part Number Description 954-05127 Deck Belt (54” Decks) 954-04319 Deck Belt (60/72” Decks) 954-04327 PTO Belt (54” Deck) 954-05128 PTO Belt (60” Deck) 954-05129 PTO Belt (72” Deck) 954-05037 Drive Belt 942-04416 Hi-Lift Blade, 19.0 (54” Deck) 942-04415 Hi-Lift Blade, 21.0 (60”... -
Page 30: Warranties
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 31 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.
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Page 32: Cub Cadet Llc
Without limiting the foregoing, this limited warranty does not provide The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with coverage in the following cases: respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the...