Cub Cadet Z-Force 44 User Manual page 26

c. Emptying the fuel system:
• Prior to putting the tractor in storage, monitor
fuel consumption with the goal of running
the fuel tank empty.
• Close the fuel tank shutoff valve. Disconnect
the fuel line from the carburetor and put the
end into an approved fuel container.
• Open the fuel tank shutoff valve and drain the
fuel tank and line into the approved container.
Reinstall the fuel line on the carburetor.
• Start the engine and allow it to run out of fuel.
This will prevent gum and varnish deposits
from forming. Replace the fuel filter.
3. Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one
ounce of oil into each cylinder. Crank the engine one or
two turns to spread the oil evenly on the cylinder walls.
Replace the spark plugs.
4. Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly.
NOTE: Use of a pressure washer or garden hose is not
recommended to clean your tractor. They may cause
damage to electrical components, spindles, pulleys,
bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in
shortened life and reduce serviceability.
5. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will be ready to use
when needed.
6. Protect the metal surfaces. Repair scratches with the
appropriate touch-up spray paint. Brush a rust preventive
oil on any unpainted surfaces including the pulleys and
blades. (Be careful not to get any oil on the drive belts.)
7. Clean and fully charge the battery, then disconnect the
negative cable at the battery to prevent possible discharge.
Recharge the battery periodically when in storage.
NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged periods
of sub-freezing temperatures. Store in a cool, dry location
where temperatures are above freezing.
8. Lubricate all lubrication points.
9. Jack the mower up and store it on blocks to take the weight
off of the tires.
Removing The Tractor From Storage
1. Check the engine oil.
2. Fully charge the battery, lower tractor off blocks, and
inflate the tires to the recommended pressure.
3. Remove the spark plugs and wipe them off. Using the
starter, crank the engine to pump the excess oil out of the
spark plug holes. Replace the spark plugs and the ignition
leads.
4. If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
5. Check the level of the engine oil in the crankcase and the
hydraulic reservoir tank.
6. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to
ensure engine is operating properly.
7. Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all the
tractor systems are functioning properly.
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Adjustments
Adjusting the Seat
To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat
adjustment lever. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the
desired position; then release the adjustment lever. Make sure
seat is locked into position before operating the tractor. See Fig.
6-4.
Figure 6-4
Adjusting RH & LH Drive Control Levers
The RH and LH drive control levers can be adjusted up or down
and fore-and-aft for the comfort of the operator. Proper drive
control lever and seat adjustment will result in the following:
In the neutral position with hands on the control levers,
• Operator's upper arms should be relaxed and
approximately vertical.
• Operator's forearms should be approximately horizontal.
In the full forward position,
• Operator's back should stay in contact with the seat back.
• Control levers should not contact operator's legs.
In the full reverse position,
• Control levers should not contact the operator's legs or
torso.
Set the seat to the preferred operating position.
• Adjustment lever is located under the front edge of the
seat.
• The seat has five inches of front-to-rear adjustment
available.
Check factory settings of control levers for the conditions listed
above.
NOTE: If control lever adjustments are required, height
adjustments should be made prior to angular adjustments.