Cub Cadet Pro Z Series 500 Lapbar Operator's Manual
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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Service • Troubleshooting
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Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 2
Assembly & Set-Up .................................................. 9
Controls & Operation .............................................13
Service .................................................................... 20
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all
models and the model depicted may differ from yours.
Printed In USA
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Pro Z Series
500/700/900
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
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Troubleshooting .................................................... 28
Replacement Parts ................................................ 29
Attachments & Accessories .................................. 29
Warranties ............................................................. 30
WARNING
anual
Form No. 769-11394A
(March 22, 2016)
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Service • Troubleshooting ’ peratOr anual Pro Z Series 500/700/900 Lapbar Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices ........2 Troubleshooting ............ 28 Assembly & Set-Up ..........9 Replacement Parts ..........29 Controls & Operation ..........13 Attachments &... -
Page 2: Important 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 3: General Operation
Training Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate Read the Operator’s manual and other training material. If hands and feet. the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English it is the A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade owner’s responsibility to explain this material to them. -
Page 4: Transporting Machines
Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are Do not operate on slopes or near the edge of water such as involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related a lake, pond, river or stream where the machine could slip, injuries. - Page 5 Use care when loading or unloading machines onto trailers The ROPS and seat belt are integral parts of this machine and trucks. and should not be tampered with, modified in any manner, or removed. If ramps are used, they must be full width, stable, have an adequate capacity rating and be secured to the trailer or Inspect the ROPS and seat belt assemblies on a regular truck.
- Page 6 Service Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s) Safe Handling of fuel for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme blade(s) only, listed in this manual.
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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 WARNING—... - Page 8 2 — S ection peration racticeS...
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Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up
Assembly & Set-Up Thank You Thank you for purchasing this product. It was carefully engineered to provide If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer’s web site. - Page 10 Operator’s Seat In the full reverse position, Remove the clevis pin (a) and cotter pin (b) securing the recliner bearing plate in the • Control levers should not contact the Remove the two flange lock nuts (b) and seat back position. See Figure 2-9. operator’s legs or torso.
- Page 11 Seat Adjustment The seat tilt is controlled by the knob on the left To adjust the height of the arm rests (700 and 900 of the seat. Turn the knob rearward to tilt the series) , lift the arm rest and rotate the knob under Proper steering column and seat adjustment will seat back, turn the knob forward to tilt the seat the arm rest right or left to increase or decrease the...
- Page 12 Connecting the Battery Cables California PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Caution: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
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Page 13: Controls & Operation
Controls & Operation Power Take-Off (PTO) Knob The PTO knob is located on the RH console to the right of the operator’s seat. The PTO knob operates the Deck Lift Pedal electric PTO clutch mounted on the bottom of the engine crankshaft. - Page 14 Choke Knob (If equipped) Seat Prop (Not Shown) Fuel Gauge(s) The choke knob is located on the The seat prop is located on the left, rear side of the There is a fuel gauge on top left side of the mower next to operator’s seat.
- Page 15 Cold Weather Starting Check the tension of the deck drive belts. Open the fuel valve(s). Remove the deck cover NOTE: If both tanks are on, and one is empty When starting the engine at temperatures near or the engine will not start. Be certain to make below freezing, ensure the correct viscosity motor The tension of the deck drive belts are sure both tanks have fuel or that the empty...
- Page 16 Turning the Tractor While Driving Forward Carefully move (or have moved) the tractor to Move the throttle control to the FAST the practice area. When performing the practice position. Warning! When reversing the session, the PTO knob should not be engaged. While direction of travel, we recommend NOTE: Although the tractor’s engine is practicing, operate the tractor at approximately 1⁄2-3⁄...
- Page 17 Driving the Tractor In Reverse To turn to the right while traveling in reverse, To turn counter-clockwise, move the right move the right drive control lever forward of control lever forward while simultaneously Warning! Always look behind and the left lever. See Figure 3-7. moving the left control lever rearward.
- Page 18 If dismounting the tractor, move the drive Use the deck lift pedal (a) to raise the deck • Shut engine off and remove the key. control handles fully outward in the neutral to its highest position, place the clevis pin •...
- Page 19 Reconfigurable Mower Discharge Inner Baffle Baffle Cutting Blades Gauge Wheels Front Roller Rear Rollers Standard set-up Installed Installed Hi-lift Low = 3 to 5” Low = 3 to 5” Low = 3 to 5” High = 1 to High = 1 to High = 1 to 2-1⁄2”...
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Page 20: Service
Service Maintenance Schedule Before Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 500 Hours After Mowing Each use Check gasoline level Check hydraulic hoses for leaks Check tires & tire pressure Check deck, mower and hydro drive belts Check blades and blade bolt tightness Check safety switches for proper operation Check fluid level in transmission oil expansion reservoir Check engine intake screen/cover... - Page 21 OIL CHART Number of Oil Points Description DAILY Apply a few drops of SAE engine oil, grease, or use a spray lubricant. Apply the oil to both Deck Suspension Pivots sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Start Height Adjustment Turnbuckle Clevis Pin engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly.
- Page 22 Place the hose back into the clip securing it Tires lubricate the front caster wheel axles to the frame. with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after Check the tire air pressure after every 50 hours every 10 hours of service. Lubrication of operation or weekly.
- Page 23 Using the Transmission Bypass Rods • Always keep the battery cables and Turn the reservoir cap counter-clockwise terminals clean and free of corrosion. to remove, then check the oil level in the If for any reason the tractor will not drive or you reservoir.
- Page 24 Adjustments Emptying the fuel system for The front of the deck should be between storage of more than 90 days: 1⁄4-3⁄8” lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows: Warning! Shut the engine off, • Prior to putting the tractor remove the ignition key and Park the tractor on a firm, level surface in storage, monitor fuel...
- Page 25 If the engine does not stop, the seat switch possible to eliminate the need for jump must be replaced. See your Cub Cadet Service starting. Dealer. Servicing Electrical System...
- Page 26 Replacing the PTO Belt Remove the four lynch pins (a) that Using a 1⁄2” drive insert the end into the secure the deck to the deck lift 1⁄2” square opening in the deck idler Remove the PTO belt (a) from the deck assembly.
- Page 27 Sharpening the Blades Changing the Spindle Assembly Use a 1-1⁄8” socket wrench on the pulley side of the hex screw (a) See Figure 4-19. Set the parking brake. Remove the deck as instructed in the Deck Removal section on page 24. Clean any debris from the blades.
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Page 28: 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 29: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts Part Number Description 954-05127 Deck Belt (54” Decks) 954-04319 Deck Belt (60/72” Decks) 954-04327 PTO Belt (54” Deck) 954-05128 PTO Belt (60” Deck) 954-05129 PTO Belt (72” Deck) 954-05037 Drive Belt 942-04416 Hi-Lift Blade, 19.0 (54” Deck) 942-04415 Hi-Lift Blade, 21.0 (60”... -
Page 30: Warranties
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 evaporative emission control system (ECS) warranty on your 2015-2016 small off-road equipment (outdoor equipment). - Page 31 WARRANTED PARTS: The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the outdoor equipment has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part.
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Page 32: Cub Cadet Llc
Without limiting the foregoing, this limited warranty does not provide The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with coverage in the following cases: respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the...