Cub Cadet RZT-S Zero Operator's Manual

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Page 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA Form No. 769-08316...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Visit us on the web at www.cubcadet.com See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.cubcadet.com/tutorials ◊ Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019...
Page 3: 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 4 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction where the operator may be struck or pulled from the which may cause discharged material to ricochet back machine, which could result in serious injury.
Page 5 Service Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5 degrees. General Service When going down hill, the extra weight tends to push the tractor and may cause you to lose control (e.g. tractor Have your tractor serviced by a qualified repair person may speed up, braking and steering ability are reduced, using only identical replacement parts.
Page 6: 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 7 Symbol Description DANGER — ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place. If damaged, replace immediately. DANGER— ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers. Never carry children, even with the blades off. DANGER—...
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Page 9: Set-Up
Set-Up Contents of Crate • One Rider • One Battery Charger • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Rider Operator’s Manual • One Battery Charger Manual Rider Preparation Adjusting the Seat To adjust the position of the seat, lift the seat adjustment lever Steering Wheel Column up.
Page 10 NOTE: The batteries in your rider are not expected to last for the life of your rider. Rechargeable batteries degrade with time and use. The batteries may eventually need to be replaced. To have the batteries replaced, contact your authorized Cub Cadet Service Dealer. 3— S...
Page 11: Controls & Features
Controls & Features Brake Forward Reverse Caution Headlight Pedal Drive Pedal Mode Button Button LCD Screen Dash Reverse Drive Pedal Cruise Control Function Start/Stop Steering Wheel Button Buttons Button Deck Lift Handle Deck Height Index Bracket Seat Adjustment Lever Blade Start/ LH Console Stop Knob RH Console...
Page 12 Forward Drive Pedal Key Switch (Batteries) The forward drive pedal is located on the front, right The key switch is located on the RH console and sends power side of the running board. Press the forward drive to the ignition control module when the switch is in the ON pedal forward to travel forward.
Page 13 Reverse Caution Mode Button (RCM) Headlight Button REVERSE CAUTION MODE LIGHTS ON / OFF CHILDREN REVERSE CAUTION AROUND MODE ON LIGHT The headlight button is located on the right side of the dash and is used to turn the headlight on or off. CAUTION: Prior to operating the rider, refer to the LCD Screen...
Page 14 LCD Symbols This page depicts and describes LCD symbols that may appear on the LCD panel. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the tractor before attempting to assemble and operate. Refer to the Operation section of this manual for more information on these symbols. Symbol Description Symbol...
Page 15: Operation
If the interlock system should ever Removal of the deck will change the balance of the rider, malfunction, do not operate the rider. Contact your Cub Cadet and could contribute to a rider tipover/rollover. Service dealer.
Page 16 Starting the Rider Make sure the blade start/stop knob in the DISENGAGED position. See Figure 5-4. WARNING! This rider is equipped with a safety interlock system designed for the protection of the operator. Do not operate the rider if any part of the system is malfunctioning.
Page 17 WARNING! To start the rider, press and hold the start/stop button. See In case of a system fault or a complete Figure 5-7. loss of battery power the tractor can free-wheel. Depress the brake pedal to maintain control and stop the unit. Restart the tractor. If the problem persists, contact your service dealer.
Page 18 Driving On Slopes first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will give a Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes better appearance to the lawn. where you may operate the rider safely.
Page 19 Using the Mower Deck To use the Reverse Caution Mode (RCM): NOTE: The operator MUST be seated in the rider seat. WARNING! Make certain the area to be mowed is free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other objects Start the rider as previously instructed on page 16. that can be thrown by the rotating blades.
Page 20: Maintenance & Adjustment
The batteries may eventually need to be replaced. To NOTE: It will take approximately 16 hours to fully charge the have the batteries replaced, contact your authorized Cub Cadet Service Dealer. batteries. Leaving the batteries connected to the charger for more than 16 hours will not damage the batteries.
Page 21 Refer to the manual packed with your battery charger for Lubricate all lubrication points. information and instructions on charging the batteries. Lift the NOTE: Use of a pressure washer or garden hose is not charging port cover up and insert the charging cord into the recommended to clean your rider.
Page 22 Lubrication Attach the hose coupler to the water port on the left of your deck surface. See Figure 6-2. WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or CAUTION: Be certain the hose is clear of the deck inspecting, always stop the rider, disengage blades, and no part of the hose is under the deck before set parking brake and remove key to prevent starting the rider.
Page 23 Adjustments Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) NOTE: Check the rider’s tire pressure before performing any NOTE: Check the rider’s tire pressure before performing any deck deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires section on page 22 for leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires for information regarding tire information regarding tire pressure.
Page 24 (transmission bypass rods engaged), the brake is in need of adjustment. See your Cub Cadet dealer to have the brake properly adjusted.
Page 25: Service
NOTE: The electrical components on this rider are not user WARNING: An unbalanced blade will cause serviceable. Please contact an authorized Cub Cadet service excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. It dealer for any service needs. may cause damage to the motor or the mounting Blade Care hardware which could cause personal injury.
Page 26: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Excessive vibration 1. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 1. Replace blade. 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Tighten blade or remove and balance. Uneven cut 3. Uneven tire pressure. 1. Check tire pressure in all four tires. 4.
Page 27 Problem Cause Remedy 1. Left deck fault. The blades do not rotate/ 1. Shut off and restart tractor. If problem blades stopped persists contact qualified service personnel. 2. Right deck fault. 2. Shut off and restart tractor. If problem persists contact qualified service personnel. 3.
Page 28: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts NOTE: Many parts on this tractor are not customer serviceable. Please contact an authorized Cub Cadet dealer for any service needs for parts not listed below. Component Part Number and Description 942-04403 Blade 734-04155 Deck Wheel 625-05000 Ignition Key...
Page 29: Attachments & Accessories
Attachments & Accessories Part No. Part 19A70029100 Mulch Kit 19A70033100 Hitch Kit...
Page 30 Notes...
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Page 32: Warranty
In the U.S.A.: an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records Check your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC at P.O. Box to the servicing dealer. Please see the operator’s manual for 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, call 1-877-282- 8684 or log on information on required maintenance and service intervals.

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