Cub Cadet Z-Force_50- User Manual

Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3General Safety Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 A. General Operati...

Page 3 - FORWARD

3 FORWARD The Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower provides superb maneuverability and mid-mount cut-ting. The machine incorporates many safety features that should be studied by all operatorsbefore use. The list of safety precautions should receive particular attention. This manual presents all of th...

Page 4 - WARNING; IMPORTANT; SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; H E E D IT S W A R N IN G .; DANGER; A. GENERAL OPERATION

4 WARNING • The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near a...

Page 7 - SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS; Belt

7 SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS To unlock, pull part of handle inward. Lift unlocked handle to increase cutting height. To lock, release upper part of handle to move outward. L O W E RC UT T ING DE CKH IG HE R I22093 DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY.DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR OR ENTIRE GR...

Page 8 - SPECIFICATIONS

8 SPECIFICATIONS Engine: 20HP & 23HP Kohler Type: Ver tical air cooled V-Twin Air Cleaner: Paper element Lube System: Pressurized with oil filter, drain valve with hose Starter: 12-volt electric Traction Drive: Engine to two variable-speed integrated hydraulic pump and wheel motors on each drive...

Page 9 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A. General 1. When Mowing: a. Keep adults, children, and pets away from the area to be mowed. b. When operating this mower, in the forward direction, do not allow the steering levers to return to neutral on their own. Always maintain a firm grip on the levers, operate them s...

Page 10 - Safety Awareness when Mowing

10 2. Safety Awareness when Mowing a. Do not operate on steep slopes, those above 15 degrees (27% slope). b. Avoid turning downhill if possible, use extra care and go slowly. c. Avoid turning when going downhill, traction is at a minimum going downhill. d. Do not operate with discharge side of the m...

Page 12 - C. Initial Adjustments; Check the fluid levels and tires:; Check the tension of the deck drive belts.

12 C. Initial Adjustments 1. Check the fluid levels and tires: Note: These checks should be made daily, before starting the engine. a. Fuel: Using a good grade of unleaded, regular gasoline, fill the fuel tank (beside the engine on the left side of the mower). When the fuel reaches one inch from the...

Page 15 - A. Cleaning your Deck

15 h. Gasoline Engine: Once the engine starts, move the choke/throttle to the detent as the engine warms. 4. Operating the Mower: Operating a zero-turn-ing-radius mower is not like operating a trac-tor-type riding mower. The zero-turning-radius mower is much more maneuverable and much less fatiguing...

Page 16 - Removing the Mower Deck:

16 allow the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse. j. Move the PTO control to the “OFF” posi-tion. k. Turn the engine off. l. Turn the water off, and detach the hose coupler from the water por t on your mower deck. m. Clean up the grass clippings and other materials washed from undernea...

Page 17 - Sharpening the Blade:; Changing the Blade Drive Belts:; Changing the Spindle Assembly; C.Hydrostatic Drive System

17 WARNING: Never mow with dull blades! Blades that arebent should be replaced! The cutting bladesare sharp and can cause severe injury. Wrapthe cutting surface of the blade with a rag toavoid injury. 3. Sharpening the Blade: a. Set the parking brake. b. Clean any debris from the blades. Keep blades...

Page 18 - Battery Removal; Installing the Battery; Jump Starting; Figure 9; Specific Gravity

18 D.Electrical Circuit Danger: Read General Safety Precautions Nos. 9 and 10. 1. Battery: The battery is located beneath the operator’s seat. If so equipped, remove the fill-caps and check the level of the liquid electro-lyte in the battery every 50 operating hours. If the level in any of the six c...

Page 22 - To Put the Mower Back in Service:; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; Before starting engine:; B. Every 25 Hour Checks

22 deposits from forming. Replace the fuel fil-ter. g. Gasoline Engine Only: 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. h. Clean the batter y and make su...

Page 23 - OIL CHART; Number of Oil Points; DAILY; LUBRICATION CHART; No. of Grease Fittings; EVERY 25 HOURS

23 . OIL CHART Apply a few drops of SAE 20W-50 engine oil, grease, or use a spray lubricant. Apply the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Star t engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly. Number of Oil Points Description DAILY 44222212 WEEKLY 12222 Deck ...

Page 24 - Performance Adjustments; A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment; B. Engine RPM Check and Adjustment; Table 1

24 Performance Adjustments A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment If mower tracks to one side with both lap bars in fully forward position: 1. Check air pressure in all four tires: a. Pressure should be within specified ranges and balanced side-to-side. b. Rear tires 8-10 psi recommended (20 psi MAX.) c....

Page 25 - F.Deck leveling Procedure

25 g. Verify proper throttle adjustment by check-ing RPM readings as outlined above. C. Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings 1. Matching the set heights of the ball rollers on the four corners of the mower deck to the desired cut height will prevent edge scalping and minimize any side-to-side vari...

Page 27 - WIRING DIAGRAM

Page 28 - SLOPE GAUGE; WA

28 SLOPE GAUGE Do not mo w o n i n c lines with a s lope i n ex c e s s of 15 d egrees (a ri s e of approx im at el y 2-1/ 2 feet ev ery 10 f eet ). A ri di ng mo wer c ould ov ertu rn and c a use s e ri ous i n ju ry . I f opera tin g a wal k -be h ind m o wer on s u c h a s lope, i t i s ex tr em ...

Page 29 - MAINTENANCE RECORD; DATE

29 MAINTENANCE RECORD DATE WORK PERFORMED DATE WORK PERFORMED

Page 32 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:; Cub Cadet attachments and home maintenance products; How to obtain service

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: TWO-YEAR RESIDENTIAL ONE-YEAR COMMERCIAL Proper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibility. Follow the instructions in your operator’s manual for correct lubricants and maintenance schedule. Your Cub Cadet dealer carries a complete line...

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