Cub Cadet RZT42 Operator's Manual page 26

c. Empty the fuel system:
• Prior to putting the tractor in storage, monitor
fuel consumption with the goal of running
the fuel tank empty.
• Run the engine until it begins to stall. Use the
choke to keep the engine running until all fuel
in the carburetor has been exhausted.
• Referring to the engine manual, drain the fuel
from the carburetor bowl.
3. Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly.
4. Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at
the battery to prevent possible discharge. Recharge the
battery periodically when in storage.
NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged periods
of sub-freezing temperatures. Store in a cool, dry location
where temperatures are above freezing.
5. Lubricate all lubrication points.
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or
garden hose to clean your tractor. They may cause damage
to electrical components; spindles; pulleys; bearings; or the
engine. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce
serviceability.
Removing The Tractor From Storage
1. Check the engine oil.
2. Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to the
recommended pressure.
3. Add clean, fresh fuel.
4. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to ensure
engine is operating properly.
5. Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all the tractor
systems are functioning properly.
Adjustments
WARNING!
ignition key and engage the parking brake before
making adjustments. Protect your hands by using
heavy gloves when handling the blades.
Adjusting the Operators Seat
To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat
adjustment lever. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the
desired position; then release the adjustment lever. Make sure
seat is locked into position before operating the tractor. See
Figure 6-4.
Adjusting RH & LH Drive Control Levers
The RH and LH drive control levers can be adjusted up or down
and fore-and-aft for the comfort of the operator. The drive
control levers can be placed in either of two height positions,
and/or can be moved forward or rearward within the range of
the slot in each control lever mounting bracket.
To adjust the drive control lever height, proceed as follows:
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Control Lever
Flat Washer
Hex
Screw
Shoulder
Screw
Figure 6-5
1. Remove the flange lock nut, flat washer, and hex screw
securing the lever to the pivot bracket.
2. While supporting the control lever to keep it from falling,
remove the hex insert flange lock nut and shoulder screw
from the bottom of the control lever and pivot bracket.
Refer to Figure 6-5.
3. Reposition the control lever to align with the other set of
holes in the pivot bracket and insert the shoulder screw
removed earlier. Fasten with the hex insert flange lock nut
and tighten until snug.
4. Insert the hex screw with washer through the control lever
slot and the pivot bracket. Thread the flange lock nut onto
the screw, but do not tighten now.
Pivot Bracket
Flange
Lock Nut
Height
Adjustment
Holes