Cub Cadet Z-force- 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; P E R S O N A L IN J U R Y. W H E N Y O U S E E T H IS S Y M B O L -; H E E D IT S W A R N IN G .; DANGER; A. GENERAL OPERATION; Never carry passengers.

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 RCU T T ING D E CKHI G H E R I22093 DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY.DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR OR ENTIRE ...

Page 8 - SPECIFICATIONS

8 SPECIFICATIONS Engine: 18.5HP , 20HP & 22HP Briggs & Stratton 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 wh...

Page 9 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.; Safety Awareness when Mowing; a. Do not operate on steep slopes, those

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

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 - Removing the Mower Deck:

15 g. Turn the ignition key in a clockwise direc-tion to the “Star t” position until the engine star ts. Note: Do not hold the key in the “Start” position for more than 10 seconds or you may damage the starter. If the engine does not start in this time, wait about 30 seconds and try again. h. Gasoli...

Page 16 - Sharpening the Blade:; Set the parking brake.; Changing the Blade Drive Belts:; Reverse the process to install the belt.

16 e. Remove two linchpins (See Fig. 6) from the front of the mower. Pull the two (2) spring-loaded “J” pins on the left and right rear side of the cutter deck. f. Turn front caster wheels outward. g. Shift the deck toward the ignition switch side of the mower and remove. h. To install reverse the p...

Page 17 - Changing the Spindle Assembly; Make sure the blade clutch is disengaged.; B.Hydrostatic Drive System; Battery Removal; Release the hold down straps.

17 Note: When replacing belts do not over- tighten. Adjust the idler pulley so that a ten-pound pull with a spring scale between two pulleys deflects the belt about 1/2". 5. Changing the Spindle Assembly a. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about one foot and block it in that position. b. Mak...

Page 18 - Installing the Battery; Attach the rubber battery strap.; Jump Starting; Specific Gravity

18 c. Store the battery with a full charge. A dis-charged batter y will freeze (refer to the table below). d. Recharge batter y when ever the specific gravity value is less than 1.225 4. Installing the Battery Note: The battery is delivered from the fac- tory fully charged and filled with electrolyt...

Page 20 - d. Loosen jam nuts on both ends of rod con-

20 level, paved area. If the leaking tire is on a traction wheel, put blocks on each side of the opposite traction wheel and jack up the tire that leaks about an inch off the ground. Loosen and remove the lug nuts and remove the wheel. Mount a wheel and tire, replace the lug nuts, and using a torque...

Page 21 - To Put the Mower Back in Service:; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; Before starting engine:; Check the fuel level by viewing in the tank.; When ready to start the engine:; a. Check the seven safety switches for proper

21 Because of extremely close tolerances, wear is an impor tant factor in their life. Note: The pumps and motors are not owner-repairable. If a pump fails, contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Do not disassemble the pump/motors. 2. Steering Lever Adjustments: Place the mower on level ground with the engin...

Page 22 - OIL CHART; Number of Oil Points; LUBRICATION CHART; No. of Grease Fittings

22 c. lubricate the wear points. Follow the Lubri-cation Char t. d. After the first five hours, change the engine oil and engine oil filter. B. Every 25 Hour Checks 1. Service the engine foam element air cleaner.* 2. Grease the three spindle bearings. C. Every 50 Hour Checks 1. Change the engine oil...

Page 23 - Performance Adjustments; A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment; Check air pressure in all four tires:; B. Engine RPM Check and Adjustment; Tighten the cable clamp.; Table 1

23 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 24 - F.Deck leveling Procedure

24 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 variance in cut height. 2. There are five height adjustment holes in the bracket that ...

Page 25 - In many cases it will be necessary to adjust

25 sure, align blades in parallel with mower center-line, (i.e. front to back). 5. Measure blade-to-ground height at the front tip of the left blade. Be sure to measure at the blade tip with the blades arranged in proper position. 6. To level the deck, (side to side) adjust the threaded link at the ...

Page 26 - WIRING DIAGRAM

Page 27 - SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE

27 SL O P E G AUG E Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mowercould overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintainyour footing and you could...

Page 28 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:; Cub Cadet attachments and home maintenance products; There is no other express warranty.; 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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