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Columbia ZT54 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
769-04725B
(11.02.10)

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA 769-04725B (11.02.10)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    To The Owner Thank You Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. This product has met the rigid safety standards of the Outdoor It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing maintain your machine.

  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    Important Safe Operation Practices 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 4 Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. This machine should not be driven up or Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme down ramp(s), because the machine could tip over, causing caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 5 Children Service Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the Safe Handling of Gasoline: presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme the dangers.
  • Page 6 Periodically check to make sure the blades come to Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades operating speed of the engine.
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8 2 — I ECTION MPORTANT PERATION RACTICES...

  • Page 9: Assembly & Set Up

    Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Crate One Lawn Tractor One Oil Drain Hose (If Equipped) One Deck Wash Hose Coupler One RZT Tractor Operator’s Manual One Engine Operator’s Manual Discharge Chute (42” Only) NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor Lower Deck Discharge Chute Deflector features may vary by model.
  • Page 10 Install the discharge chute deflector using the carriage Remove the two shoulder bolts and lock nuts in the seat bolts, push nuts and flange lock nuts as shown in Fig. 3-3 pan as shown in Fig. 3-5. and securely tighten the hardware. Flange Lock Nuts Seat Pan Shoulder...
  • Page 11 Lift and swing that control lever upward until the slotted Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive hole in the lever bracket aligns with one of the holes in the battery terminal and attach the red cable to the positive pivot bracket.

  • Page 12: Controls & Features

    Controls and Features Deck Lift Deck Height Handle Index Parking Brake Throttle/Choke Control PTO Switch LH Drive RH Drive Ignition Switch Hour Meter/ Control Lever Control Lever Indicator Panel Seat Adjustment Lever Cup Holder Fuel Tank Cap Storage Tray Figure 4-1 NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models.
  • Page 13 Do not attempt to remove the cap from the tractor. Ignition Switch Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn The ignition switch is located on the RH console approximately 1⁄4 turn clockwise to tighten Always re-install the to the right of the operator’s seat.
  • Page 14 Indicator Panel Features Throttle/Choke Control (If Equipped) Battery Indicator The throttle control is located on the LH console to the left of the operator’s seat. When set in a given position, a uniform engine Illuminates and the battery voltage is displayed briefly when the speed will be maintained.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Operation General Safety Before Operating Your Tractor RECEIVE INSTRUCTION — Entirely read this operator’s Before you operate the tractor, study this manual carefully manual. Learn to operate this machine SAFELY. Do not risk to familiarize yourself with the operation of all the INJURY or DEATH.
  • Page 16 The safety interlock system will shut off the engine if the a time. If the engine does not start within this time, turn operator leaves the seat with the PTO engaged, regardless the key to “OFF” and wait a minute to allow the engine’s of whether the parking brake is engaged.
  • Page 17 Using Jumper Cables To Start Engine Driving the Tractor Batteries contain sulfuric acid and Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed produce explosive gasses. Make certain the area is and sudden stops. well ventilated, wear gloves and eye protection, and avoid sparks or flames near the battery. Adjust the operator’s seat to the most comfortable If the battery charge is not sufficient to crank the engine, position that allows you to operate the controls.
  • Page 18 Driving the Tractor Forward To turn to the left, move the left drive control lever rearward of the right lever. See Figure 5-4. Keep all movement of the drive control levers slow and smooth. Abrupt movement of the control levers can affect the stability of the tractor and could cause the tractor to flip over, which may result in serious injury or death to the operator.
  • Page 19 Driving the Tractor In Reverse Turning While Driving Rearward To turn the tractor while driving rearward, move the control Always look behind and down on both levers as necessary so that one lever is forward of the other. The sides of the tractor before backing up. Always look tractor will turn in the direction of the forward control lever.
  • Page 20 Executing a Zero Turn Stopping the Tractor Move both drive control levers to the neutral position to When executing a zero turn, the tractor stop the motion of the tractor. MUST BE STOPPED. Executing a zero turn while the tractor is moving can significantly reduce your Push the PTO switch downward to the disengaged control of the tractor and will cause severe turf position.
  • Page 21 Using the Mower Deck Checking the Safety Interlock Circuits Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to ensure they are Make certain the area to be mowed is working properly. If a safety circuit is not working as designed, free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other objects contact you Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected.

  • Page 22: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Schedule Before Every Every Every Every Prior Each use 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours to Storing Check Engine Intake Screen/Cover Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Pivot Axle and Caster Axles Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels Maintenance...
  • Page 23 Pivot the operator’s seat forward and clean the reservoir Keep all sources of ignition (cigarettes, matches, cap and the area around the cap to prevent debris from lighters) away from the battery. The gas contaminating the transmission oil. See Fig. 6-2. generated during charging can be combustible.
  • Page 24 If storing the tractor for 30 days or more: To prevent gum deposits from forming inside the engine’s carburetor and causing possible malfunction of the engine, the fuel system must be either completely emptied, or the gasoline must be treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration. Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems.
  • Page 25 Tighten the flange lock nut to fix the control lever in the Adjustments adjusted position Adjusting the Seat Repeat the above procedure to adjust the other control lever into the same position. Adjust so that both levers are Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for information on even with each other when in the neutral position.
  • Page 26 Front to Back Leveling. Adjusting the Gauge Wheels The front of the deck should be approximately 1⁄4” lower Keep hands and feet away from the than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows: discharge opening of the cutting deck. With the deck raised off of the ground, rotate the outer blades so that they are parallel to the frame of the tractor.
  • Page 27 The position on the rear deck rollers is generally not changed. In the low position the rollers will roll the grass. In the high position, the rollers are in a storage position and do little or no rolling of the grass. Change the roller position as follows: Remove the cotter pin from the left end of the roller shaft.

  • Page 28: Service

    Service Battery Removal Charging the Battery Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the tractor Battery posts, terminals and related has been stored for a period of time. accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. A voltmeter or load tester should read 12.6 volts (DC) or higher across the battery terminals.
  • Page 29 Working from the middle of the tractor, pivot the idler bracket and movable idler pulley rearward away from the backside of the ‘V” belt just far enough to lift the belt up and over the idler pulley. See Figure 7-3. Raise the deck lift arms out of the rear hanger bracket slots by raising the deck lift handle on the tractor to its highest position.

  • Page 30: Deck Installation

    Sitting behind the tractor, facing forward, make certain Deck Installation the belt is not twisted; then reach beneath the tractor To install the mower deck, proceed as follows: to grasp the belt and pull it toward the PTO pulley. While holding the deck front hanger rod upward, Use caution to avoid pinching your carefully slide the deck underneath the right side of fingers when rolling the belt onto the PTO...
  • Page 31 The cutting blades must be kept sharp at all times. Sharpen the cutting edges of the blades evenly so that the blades remain balanced and the same angle of sharpness is maintained. If the cutting edge of a blade has already been sharpened many times, or if any metal separation is present, it is recommended that new blades be installed.

  • Page 32: Service Dealer

    If only one wheel is rotating, locate the transmission control rod beneath the frame at the front of the rear tire. If both wheels rotate, locate both control rods. See Figure 7-9. Console RH Transmission Control Rod Flange Lock Stop Transmission Control Arm Figure 7-10...

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Excessive vibration Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. Tighten blade and spindle. Damaged or bent cutting blade. Replace blade. Uneven cut Deck not leveled properly. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment. Dull blade. Sharpen or replace blade. Uneven tire pressure. Check tire pressure in all four tires.

  • Page 34: Accessories

    Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible with your RZT tractor. See your authorized dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. Part Number Part 19A700050OEM 42” Double Bagger 19A70004OEM 50”...
  • Page 35 Notes...

  • Page 36: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 759-3336 Spark Plug (RC12YC) KH-32-883-03-S1 Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner (Kohler Engine) KH-25-050-22-S1 Fuel Filter (Kohler) KH-12-050-01-S Oil Filter (Kohler) 954-04137A V-Belt (42” Deck) 954-04044A V-Belt (50” Deck) 954-040138A V-Belt (54” Deck) 954-04043A Drive Belt (Transmissions) 942-04308 Blade (42”...
  • Page 37 Component Part Number and Description 734-04155 Deck Wheel 925-1707D Battery 951-3124E Gas Cap (3.5” dia. vented) 751-10703A Gas Cap (2.25 dia. vented) 751-10447A Gas Cap (2.25 sealed EPA III & Carb.) 946-04539 Throttle/Choke Control (Kohler) 925-1745 Ignition Key 631-04344 Discharge Chute Assembly (42” Deck) 631-04092B Discharge Chute Assembly (50”...

  • Page 38: Warranty

    For equipment purchased in Canada only. THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”). MTD warrants this product (excluding its normal wear parts as described below) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 39 THREE YEARS- 120 Hrs. LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years-120 hrs. whichever come first, from the date of original purchase of COLUMBIA products, COLUMBIA will either repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any part found to be defective in material and workmanship.

  • Page 40: Emissions Control Warranty Statement

    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 emission (evaporative and/or exhaust) control system (ECS) warranty on your outdoor 2006 and later small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment engine) In California, new outdoor equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards (in other states, 1997 and later model year equipment must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the U.S.
  • Page 41 The outdoor equipment engine owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defec- tive, emission-related warranted part, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part.

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