Operation - Cub Cadet RZT-S Zero Operator's Manual

Operation

General Safety
• RECEIVE INSTRUCTION — Entirely read this operator's
manual. Learn to operate this machine SAFELY. Do not risk
INJURY or DEATH. Allow only those who have become
competent in its usage to operate this rider.
• Do not charge or operate the rider in the rain or in wet
areas.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
sliding.
• Before starting the rider or beginning operation, be familiar
with the controls. The operator should be in the operator's
seat. The blades must be disengaged and the parking
brake engaged.
• Keep all shields in place. Keep away from moving parts.
• NO RIDERS! Keep all people and pets a safe distance away.
Look behind and down to both sides of the rider before
and while backing up.
• DO NOT direct the mower discharge at people.
• Avoid slopes where possible. Never operate on slopes greater
than 15°. Slopes with a greater incline present dangerous
operating conditions. Rider may tip or roll over.
• Before leaving the operator's seat disengage the blades
and engage the parking brake, shut off the rider and
remove the key. Wait for all movement to stop before
servicing or cleaning.
• Avoid any sudden movements of the steering wheel when
starting and stopping. Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel.
• Be careful when operating near roadways. Stop the rider
motion and wait for vehicles to pass before operating
along the road.
• Do not operate the rider with the mower deck removed.
Removal of the deck will change the balance of the rider,
and could contribute to a rider tipover/rollover.
• Avoid operation on traction surfaces that are unstable; use
extreme caution if the surface is slippery.
• Slow down before turning and come to a complete stop
before any zero turn maneuver.
• Do not stop the rider or park the rider over combustible
materials such as dry grass, leaves, debris, etc.
Before Operating Your Rider
• Before you operate the rider, study this manual carefully
to familiarize yourself with the operation of all the
instruments and controls. It has been prepared to help you
operate and maintain your rider efficiently.
• Check the tire inflation pressures. See the Maintenance &
Adjustments section of this manual for more information
on the tires.
• Adjust the seat for operator's maximum comfort, visibility
and for maintaining complete control of the rider. See the
Set-Up section of this manual for more information on
adjusting the seat.
Operating the Parking Brake
To set the parking brake (Refer to Figure 5-1):
Brake Pedal
Park Brake Lock
Figure 5-1
1. Press down on the brake pedal
2. While holding the brake pedal
park brake lock and release the brake pedal
To release the parking brake (Refer to Figure 5-1):
1. Press down on the brake pedal
either one of the drive pedals.
Safety Interlock System
This rider is equipped with a safety interlock system for the
protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever
malfunction, do not operate the rider. Contact your Cub Cadet
Service dealer.
• The safety interlock system prevents the rider from
starting unless the parking brake is set, and the blades are
disengaged.
• The rider will automatically shut off if the operator leaves
the seat.
• To test the Safety Interlock System, leave the rider running,
engage the park brake latch, and lift up from the seat for
a few seconds. If the rider shuts off, the system is working
correctly. If the rider does not shut off, do not operate the
rider. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Service Dealer.
WARNING!
Do not operate the rider if the
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
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Forward Drive Pedal
Reverse Drive Pedal
.
down, press down on the
.
, the park brake lock or
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