Cub Cadet RZT S Series Operator's Manual

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Page 1 Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty ’ peratOr anual RZT S Series Tractor WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: 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 4 Slope Operation Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blade(s), place transmission in neutral, set parking Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting. accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into require extra caution.
Page 5 Service Children 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: Spark Arrestor
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
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.
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Page 9: Assembly & Set Up
Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual • Two Hex Screws and Flat Washers NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor Steering Wheel Column features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are The steering wheel column is tilted all the way back for shipping. applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may Place the steering column in one of the two positions and differ from yours. secure in place with the hex screws and flat washers packed Tractor Preparation separately. See Figure 3-2. Remove the upper crating material from the shipping pallet, and cut any bands or tie straps securing the tractor to the pallet. If the deck is not in the highest mowing position (pulled all the way back), use the deck lift handle to raise the deck to its highest position. Refer to the Controls & Features section for instructions on raising and lowering the deck. Disengage the parking brake. Engage the transmission bypass rods on each side of the tractor; then carefully roll the tractor off the shipping pallet. The transmission bypass rods (one for each the RH and LH transmission) are located on the rear of the tractor, just inside each rear wheel. Engage the bypass rods by pulling...
Page 10 Steering Wheel Remove the hardware for attaching the steering wheel from beneath the steering wheel cap. Carefully pry off the steering wheel cap to remove the hardware. With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight forward, Shoulder Screws place the steering wheel over the steering shaft. Place the belleville washer over the steering wheel and secure with the hex screw. See Figure 3-3. Steering Wheel Cap Flange Lock Nuts Belleville Washer Hex Screw Figure 3-4 Steering Wheel Column Shoulder Screws Figure 3-3 Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the steering wheel and push downward until it “clicks” into place. Install Operator’s Seat Flange Lock Nuts To install the seat proceed as follows: NOTE: The seat is shipped with the seat switch and seat pan attached. A second person may be needed to hold the seat.
Page 11 Lower Deck Discharge Chute Deflector Fuel Fill-Up WARNING! Using a good grade of unleaded regular gasoline, fill the tank Never operate the mower deck (beside the engine on the left side of the mower). When the fuel without the chute deflector installed and in the tank reaches one inch from the top of the tank, stop, DO NOT down position. OVERFILL. Space must be left for expansion. Connecting the Battery Cables The discharge chute deflector must be installed before operating the mower. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Remove the keys that are attached with a zip tie to the Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories chute bracket. contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known Remove the flange lock nuts from the deck. Do not remove to the State of California to cause cancer and the push nuts or carriage bolts, leaving them in place will reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. aid in installing the chute. See Figure 3-7. CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, 50” Deck followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Shown For shipping reasons, both battery cables on your equipment Flange Lock Nuts...
Page 12: Ignition Switch
Controls & Features Brake Pedal Forward Drive Pedal Reverse Drive Pedal Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Steering Wheel Deck Lift Handle Deck Height Inde x Seat Adjustment Lever Throttle Control Hour Meter/Indicator Panel Choke Contro l PTO Knob Cup Holder Fuel Tank Cap Ignition Switch Storage Tray Transmission Bypass Rod s...
Page 13: Throttle Control
PTO Knob Indicator Panel Features Battery Indicator The PTO (Power Take-Off) knob is located on the RH console to the right of the operator’s seat. Illuminates and the battery voltage is displayed briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position. The PTO knob operates the electric PTO clutch mounted on the bottom of the engine Illuminates to indicate the battery voltage has dropped below crankshaft. Pull the knob upward to engage 11.5 (+0.5/-1.0) volts. The battery voltage is also displayed on the PTO clutch, or push the knob downward to the hour meter. If this indicator and display come on during disengage the clutch. operation, check the battery and charging system for possible causes and/or contact your dealer. The PTO knob must be in the “disengaged” position when starting the engine. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure. If the Fuel Tank Cap indicator comes on while the engine is running, stop the engine immediately and check for possible causes. Do not run the The fuel tank cap is located on the left console. Turn the fill cap engine while this indicator is illuminated. Contact your dealer to to remove. Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing.
Page 14: Parking Brake
Throttle/Choke Control (If so equipped) Forward Drive Pedal The throttle/choke control is located on the RH console The forward drive pedal is located on the right side to the left of the hour meter/indicator panel. When of the tractor, along the running board. Press the set in a given position, a uniform engine speed will be forward drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to maintained. travel forward. Ground speed is also controlled with the forward drive pedal. The further forward the • Push the throttle/choke control handle forward to pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will travel. The increase the engine speed. The tractor is designed pedal will return to its original position when it’s not to operate with the throttle/choke control in the pressed. fast position (full throttle) when the tractor is being driven and the mower deck is engaged. Reverse Pedal • Pull the throttle/choke control handle rearward to The reverse drive pedal is located on the right side of decrease the engine speed. the tractor along the running board. Ground speed • When starting the engine, push the control handle fully is also controlled with the reverse drive pedal. The forward into the “CHOKE” position. further downward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the • After starting and warming the engine, move the control tractor will travel. The pedal will return to its original handle rearward until you feel it move past the choke position when it’s not pressed.
Page 15: General Safety
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. Allow only those who have become instruments and controls. It has been prepared to help you competent in its usage to operate this tractor. operate and maintain your tractor efficiently. • Before starting the engine or beginning operation, be • This engine is certified to operate only on clean, fresh, familiar with the controls. The operator should be in the unleaded regular gasoline. For best results, fill the fuel operator’s seat. The PTO switch must be in the disengaged tank with only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with a pump position and the parking brake engaged. sticker octane rating of 87 or higher. • Keep all shields in place. Keep away from moving parts. • Unleaded gasoline is recommended because it leaves less combustion chamber deposits and reduces harmful • NO RIDERS! Keep all people and pets a safe distance away. exhaust emissions. Leaded gasoline is not recommended Look behind and down to both sides of the tractor before and must not be used where exhaust emissions are and while backing up. regulated. • DO NOT direct the mower discharge at people.
Page 16: Operation
Starting the Engine trying to start it with the choke closed as this will cause flooding and make starting more difficult. WARNING! This tractor is equipped with a safety CAUTION: Do NOT hold the key in the START interlock system designed for the protection of the position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing operator. Do not operate the tractor if any part of the so may cause damage to your engine’s electric system is malfunctioning. Periodically check the starter. function of the interlock system for proper operation. As the engine warms up, gradually pull the throttle/choke WARNING! For personal safety, the operator must control lever rearward past the choke detent position or be sitting in the tractor seat when starting the slowly disengage the choke on models with a separate engine. choke. Do not use the choke position to enrich the fuel mixture, except as necessary to start the engine. NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for oil fill-up Allow the engine to run for a few minutes at mid-throttle instructions and refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for before putting the engine under load. gasoline fill-up instructions. Observe the hour meter/indicator panel. If the battery Operator must be sitting in the tractor seat. indicator light or oil pressure light come on, immediately Engage the parking brake by pressing forward on the brake stop the engine. Have the tractor inspected by your dealer. pedal , then press down on the parking break/cruise Cold Weather Starting control lever and then release the brake pedal . Refer to Figure 5-1.
Page 17: Driving The Tractor
Stopping the Engine To release the cruise control, press the brake or the Place the PTO switch in the disengaged position. forward drive pedal . Engage the parking brake. NOTE: The forward and reverse drive pedals must not be used when the brake is partially engaged. When the brake is Move the throttle control to midway between the slow locked the drive belt is disengaged but if the brake is only part and fast positions. way back then the brakes are engaged but so is the drive belt so Turn the ignition key to the stop position and remove transmission damage will occur if you push forward or reverse. the key from the ignition switch. To travel in reverse, check that the area behind is clear then NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent slowly push forward on the reverse drive pedal with the accidental starting or battery discharge if the equipment is left ball of your foot (NOT your heel) until the desired speed is unattended. achieved. See Figure 5-2. Driving The Tractor CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to change the WARNING! direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops.
Page 18 Mowing Engaging the PTO WARNING! Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other To help avoid blade contact or a (separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO: thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine Move the throttle/choke control lever to the FAST while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone position. enters the area. Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged The following information will be helpful when using the cutting (ON) position. See Figure 5-3. deck with your tractor. WARNING! Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator. • Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed. • Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass is prone to weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather. • Always operate the tractor with the throttle/choke control lever in the FAST position while mowing. • For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center. After the first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will give a better appearance to the lawn.
Page 19: Maintenance & Adjustment
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Schedule Before Every Every Prior Each use 10 Hours 25 Hours to Storing Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Caster Wheels and Wheel Spindles Check Engine Cooling Fins for Debris (Clean as Necessary) Lube Pedal Pivot Points Grease Front Castings NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor CAUTION:...
Page 20 Cleaning the Tractor If storing the tractor for 30 days or more: To prevent gum deposits from forming inside Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off the engine’s carburetor and causing possible promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling malfunction of the engine, the fuel system must be fins of the engine, the transmission’s cooling fan or on any other either completely emptied, or the gasoline must be part of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys. treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration. Using the Deck Wash System WARNING! Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems. WARNING! When using the deck wash system, never engage the deck from any position other than the Using a fuel stabilizer such as STA-BIL® for storage operator’s seat of the tractor. Do not use an assistant or between 30 and 90 days: engage deck in the presence of any bystanders. • Read the product manufacturer’s instructions Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose and recommendations. connected to a water supply. • Add to clean, fresh gasoline the correct Move the tractor to a level clear area within reach of amount of stabilizer for the capacity...
Page 21 Steering Supports 10. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the water port on your deck’s surface. Under the frame of the tractor there are two grease fittings for 11. After cleaning your deck, return to the operator’s position the steering supports. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose and engage the PTO. Keep the cutting deck running for a grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the operation. See Figure 6-3. 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 Figure 6-2. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation. Grease Fitting Grease Fittings Figure 6-3 Tires Check the tire air pressure after every 50 hours of operation or weekly. Keep the tires inflated to the recommended pressures. Improper inflation will shorten the tire service life. See the tire side wall for proper inflation pressures. Observe the following guidelines: WARNING! Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire. Figure 6-2 Do not reinflate a tire that has been run flat or seriously under Pivot Points &...
Page 22 Adjustments Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 22 for any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires for information information regarding tire pressure. Always level the deck side to regarding tire pressure. side before front to rear. WARNING! Shut the engine off, remove the The front of the deck should be between 1⁄4” and 3⁄8” lower than ignition key and engage the parking brake before the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows: making adjustments. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Park the tractor on a firm, level surface and place the deck lift handle in a middle position. Leveling the Deck (Side to Side) Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any parallel with the tractor. deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires for information regarding Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the tire pressure. Always level the deck side to side before front to rear. ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground. The If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side first measurement taken should be between 1⁄4” and 3⁄8” less adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: than the second measurement.
Page 23 Setting the Deck Wheels Adjusting the Rollers (50” & 54” Decks) Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably To adjust the rollers proceed as follows: pavement, and proceed as follows To change the height of the rollers, remove the bow-tie Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing cotter pin and slide the J-hook out until the end is out of the deck lift handle in the normally desired mowing height current height setting hole on the right side of the roller setting. bracket. See Figure 6-7. Check the deck wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the surface below. The deck wheels should have between ¼-½” clearance above the ground. If the deck wheels have excessive clearance or contact with the surface, adjust as follows: Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting. b. Remove the deck wheels by removing the lock nuts and shoulder bolts which secure them to the deck. See Figure 6-6. High Position Low Position High Position Low Position Rollers Bow-Tie J-hook Cotter Pin...
Page 24: Service
Service Charging the Battery NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the tractor has applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may been stored for a period of time.
Page 25: Deck Removal
Deck Removal While still holding the belt downward, continue turning the PTO pulley until the belt rolls off the pulley. Refer to Figure 7-4. Remove the mower deck from the tractor as follows: Move the tractor to a level surface, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and set the parking brake.
Page 26: Replacing The Belt
Locate the LH and RH deck release pins on each side of the Sitting behind the tractor, facing forward, make certain the deck. Pull the release pins outward and release the deck belt is not twisted; then reach beneath the tractor to grasp from the LH and RH deck lift arms.
Page 27 46” Deck Remove the two idler pulleys by removing the hex screws and flange lock nuts that secure them to the deck and the Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Deck idler arm. See Figure 7-8. Do not lose any of the hardware Removal on page 26).
Page 28 Place the belt around the idler pulleys removed in step 3 Remove the belt from the spindle pulleys. with the “V” side facing in. Once in place, reinstall all the Install the new belt around the spindle pulleys as shown hardware and tighten the flange lock nut to secure the and reinstall the belt covers.
Page 29 Changing the Spindle Assembly To reinstall the blades, reverse the above process and tighten nut to 70-90 lb. ft. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Deck NOTE: Add a small amount of multi-purpose grease to the Removal on page 26). bolt threads to avoid corrosion and galvanic action.
Page 30: 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 31: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 954-04033A Deck Belt, RZT S42 954-04325 Deck Belt, RZT S46 954-05008 Deck Belt, RZT S50 954-04329 Deck Belt, RZT S54 954-04317 Drive Belt 942-04312 Deck Blade, RZT S42 942-04244A Deck Blade, RZT S46 942-04053C Deck Blade, RZT S50 942-0677B...
Page 32 Component Part Number and Description 946-1085A Choke Control Cable (w/ Kawasaki) 946-04352A Throttle Control Cable (w/ Kawasaki) 925-2054A Ignition Key 631-04349 Discharge Chute Assy., RZT S42 & RZT S46 631-05057 Discharge Chute Assy., RZT S50 & RZT S54 634-04293-0931 Wheel Assembly, RZT S42 & RZT S46 634-04128-0931 Wheel Assembly, RZT S50 &...
Page 33: Accessories
Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible with your RZT L tractor. See your dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. Part Number Part 19B70020100 42” & 46” Bagger w/ Weight Kit 19B70004100 50”...
Page 34: 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 35 6. 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. 7. 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.
Page 36: Warranty
Without limiting the foregoing, this limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the a. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade...

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