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Cub Cadet RZT 42 Operator's Manual

Cub Cadet RZT 42 Operator's Manual

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M
PERATOR'S
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RZT SERIES
TRACTOR

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RZT 42
w/42" Mower Deck
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 [www.cubcadet.com]
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 769-01124D
(1/06)

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  • Page 1: Model Number

    Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 [www.cubcadet.com] PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TRACTOR PREPARATION ....................2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES ..............4 SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS ................... 7 SLOPE GAUGE ........................8 TO THE OWNER ........................9 CALLING SERVICE INFORMATION ..................9 RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION ........... 9 SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES .................
  • Page 3 POSITION DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS CONNECT THE BATTERY The drive control levers are unfastened from their re- WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and spective pivot brackets and lowered for shipping pur- related accessories contain lead and lead poses. The control levers must be repositioned and compounds.

  • Page 4: Important Safe Operation Practices

    WARNING • The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known 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 any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
  • Page 5 III. CHILDREN 22. Use only accessories approved for this machine Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert by Cub Cadet. Read, understand and follow all to the presence of children. Children are often instructions provided...
  • Page 6 5. Never allow children under 14 years old to 8. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, operate the machine. Children 14 years and over remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. should only operate the machine under close Repair the damage before restarting and parental supervision and proper instruction.

  • Page 7: Safety Decals And Labels

    SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS Keep product safety graphics (decals) clean. Replace any safety graphic that is damaged, destroyed, missing, paint- ed over or can no longer be read. Replacement safety graphics are available through your dealer. NOTI CE BATT. • PTO Automatically S T A R T Disengages When...

  • Page 8: Slope Gauge

    SLOPE GAUGE (Keep this sheet in a safe place for future reference.)

  • Page 9: To The Owner

    LEVEL SURFACE before pulling the transmission bypass rods to the engaged position (transmission disengaged). Your local authorized Cub Cadet dealer is interested in the performance you receive from your tractor, and with the maintenance needed to ensure the satisfactory operation of your tractor. The dealer has trained service personnel familiar with the latest servicing information, is equipped with the latest tools, and has a complete line of genuine Cub Cadet service parts which assure proper fit and high quality.

  • Page 10: Section 1: Controls And Features

    SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES Figure 6 Deck Height Index Storage Tray Deck Lift Handle Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Seen) RH and LH Drive Control Levers Fuel Tank Cap Ignition Switch Hour Meter /Indicator Panel PTO Switch Throttle Control Transmission Bypass Rod (Not Shown) Parking Brake Engagement Lever G.
  • Page 11 NOTE: E. Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch References to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR indicate that position on the tractor when The PTO switch is located on the RH console to the facing forward while seated in the operator’s seat. right of the operator’s seat. A.
  • Page 12 Do not run the the engine and cause a fire. engine while this indicator is illuminated. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor and L. Hour Meter/Indicator Panel engine inspected. The hour meter/indicator panel is located on the LH NOTE: The oil pressure indicator may illuminate console to the left of the operator’s seat.

  • Page 13: Section 2: Operation

    • Pull the throttle control handle rearward to • Pull the lever fully upward and to the left; then decrease the engine speed. lower into the "J" slot to engage the parking brake. • When starting the engine, push the control handle fully forward into the "CHOKE"...
  • Page 14 If the interlock Engaged system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the RH and LH...
  • Page 15 COLD WEATHER STARTING • Place the throttle control lever between half and full throttle. • When starting the engine at temperatures near or below freezing, ensure the correct viscosity motor • Turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and oil is used in the engine and the battery is fully remove the key from the ignition switch.
  • Page 16 • Move the RH and LH drive control levers inward in the neutral position. See Figure 12. DRIVING FORWARD Faster Control Lever Moved Inward and in Neutral Slower Neutral Position Figure 13 Figure 12 • To slow the tractor move the controls lever rearward to attain the desired speed, or move the NOTE: If the control levers are not even in the neutral levers to the neutral position to stop the tractor.
  • Page 17 - To turn to the right, move the right drive control IMPORTANT: Always maintain your grasp on the lever rearward of the left lever. See Figure 15. drive control levers. Do not release the levers to slow the tractor or to return to neutral. FORWARD RIGHT TURN Turning While Driving Rearward •...
  • Page 18 Executing a Zero Turn STOPPING THE TRACTOR WARNING: When executing a zero turn, • Move both drive control levers to the neutral tractor MUST STOPPED. position to stop the motion of the tractor. Executing a zero turn while the tractor is •...
  • Page 19 If a safety circuit is • Mow across slopes, not up and down. If mowing not working as designed, contact you Cub Cadet a slope, start at bottom and work upward to dealer to have the tractor inspected. DO NOT operate ensure turns are made uphill.

  • Page 20: Section 3: Adjustments

    SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE OPERATORS SEAT • Insert the carriage bolt through the pivot bracket and control lever slot. Slide the bell washer onto To adjust the position of the seat, move and hold the the bolt and screw on the nut knob, but do not seat adjustment lever toward the left.

  • Page 21: Section 4: Maintenance

    All service work on the hydrostatic transmissions battery post (marked NEG). Move the cable away should be performed by your Cub Cadet dealer. from the negative battery post. GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION •...

  • Page 22: Servicing Electrical System

    Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the at the factory. However, even a “maintenance free” front castor axles and pivot axle with Cub Cadet battery requires some maintenance to ensure its 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of service.
  • Page 23 Wheel rotation should stop. the frame bracket. If it does not, contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • Repeat the above procedure to engage the other •...
  • Page 24 • Locate the applicable stop bolt on the left or right Transmission console. See Figure 28. Drive Pulley Idler Pulley Console Jam Nut Square Stop Bolt Drive Hole Belt Idler Bracket Pulley Engine Pulley Idler Brkt. Spring Figure 29 Figure 28 •...
  • Page 25 TRACTOR STORAGE • Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the engine for 2-3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into If your tractor is not going to be operated for an the carburetor. extended period of time (thirty days to approximately six months), the tractor should be prepared for stor- Emptying the fuel system: age.

  • Page 26: Section 5: Mower Deck

    SECTION 5: MOWER DECK This section contains removal, installation, adjust- Rolling the belt off the PTO pulley. ment, and maintenance information for the 42-inch • Using the deck lift handle, raise the deck to the mower deck. upper position that allows for the most horizontal run of the belt between the deck idler pulleys and DECK REMOVAL the PTO pulley on the bottom of the engine.
  • Page 27 7. Slide the deck forward so that the deck front • Route the backside of the belt around the fixed hanger rod can be lifted out of the two slots of the idler pulley of the deck. Refer to Figure 30. front deck bracket.
  • Page 28 LEVELING THE MOWER DECK • With the deck raised off of the ground, rotate the blades so that they are parallel to the frame of the When leveled correctly the mower deck should be tractor. level side to side, and should be approximately a 1/8 to 1/4 inch lower in the front of the deck.

  • Page 29: Deck Maintenance

    ADJUSTING THE GAUGE WHEELS • Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to a water supply. The cutting height of the mower deck can be set in any of six height settings using the deck lift handle of •...

  • Page 30: Engine Manual

    The blades may be removed as follows. upward toward the top of the deck. Tighten the blade nuts to 70-90 ft. lbs. • Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Deck Removal on page 26) then gently flip the •...
  • Page 31 WNER ANUAL OURAGE ERIES ™ SV470, SV480, SV530, SV540, SV590, SV600 ERTICAL RANKSHAFT...
  • Page 32 Safety Precautions To ensure safe operation please read the following statements and understand their meaning. Also refer to your equipment owner's manual for other important safety information. This manual contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully. WARNING Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.
  • Page 33 Safety Precautions (Cont.) WARNING WARNING WARNING Explosive Gas can cause fires and Accidental Starts can cause severe Carbon Monoxide can cause severe acid burns. injury or death. severe nausea, fainting or death. Charge battery only in a well Disconnect and ground spark plug Do not operate engine in closed or ventilated area.
  • Page 34 Blower Housing Blower Housing Oil Fill/Dipstick Main Control Bracket Carburetor Oil Filter Electric Starter Engine Identification Label Air Cleaner Oil Drain Plug Figure 1. Typical Courage Series Vertical Shaft Engine. ™ A logo or symbol on oil containers identifies the API Oil Recommendations service class and SAE viscosity grade.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    Do not add oil to the gasoline. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Leave room for the fuel to expand. IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA AND CA 2005 AND LATER AND EC STAGE II (SN:4) EMISSION Fuel Type REGS FOR SI SMALL OFF–ROAD ENGINES For best results use only clean, fresh, unleaded FAMILY...

  • Page 36: Operating Instructions

    Specifications Cont. Model: ..............SV540 ....... SV590 ........SV600 Bore: ........mm (in.) ....89 (3.50) ......94 (3.70) ......94 (3.70) Stroke: ........mm (in.) ....86 (3.38) ......86 (3.38) ......86 (3.38) Displacement: ...... cc (cu. in.) ..... 535 (32.6) ......597 (36.4) ......597 (36.4) Power (at 3600 RPM): ..
  • Page 37 2. Make sure the equipment is in neutral. b. For engines equipped with a shutdown solenoid: Position the throttle control between 3. Activate the starter switch. Release the switch as half and full throttle; then stop the engine. soon as the engine starts. Battery NOTE: Do not crank the engine continuously for A 12 volt battery is normally used.

  • Page 38: Maintenance Instructions

    Maintenance Instructions Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Kohler service outlet. WARNING: Accidental Starts! Disabling engine.
  • Page 39 3. Remove the old filter and wipe off the mounting pad. 4. Reinstall the drain plug. Make sure it is tightened to “F” Mark 14 N·m (125 in. lb.) torque. Operating 5. Place the new replacement filter in a shallow pan Range with the open end up.
  • Page 40 Service Precleaner and Air Cleaner Element 7. When precleaner replacement is necessary order genuine Kohler Part No. 20 083 03-S. This engine is equipped with a replaceable, high density paper air cleaner element. Some engines are Service Paper Element also equipped with an oiled, foam precleaner, located Check the paper element every two months or every in the outer air cleaner cover.
  • Page 41 Due to the deep recess around the spark plug, blowing out the cavity with compressed air is usually the most effective method for cleaning. The spark plug is most accessible when the blower housing is removed for cleaning. 2. Remove the plug and check its condition. Replace the plug if worn or reuse is questionable.
  • Page 42 Fuel Filter • Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean, fresh gasoline. Some engines are equipped with an in-line fuel filter. Periodically inspect the filter and replace when dirty. • Make sure the fuel tank cap vent is not blocked Replacement is recommended annually or every 100 and that it is operating properly.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    *NOTE: The actual low idle speed depends on the application – refer to equipment manufacturer’s recommendations. The Lean Adjust to recommended low idle speed for basic Midpoint engines is 1500 RPM. To ensure best results when setting the low idle fuel needle, the low idle speed must not exceed 1500 RPM (±...
  • Page 44 Parts Ordering Major Repair The engine Model, Specification, and Serial Numbers Major repair information is available in Kohler Engine are required when ordering replacement parts from Service Manuals. However, major repair generally your Kohler Engine Service Dealer. These numbers are requires the attention of a trained mechanic and the found on the identification plate which is affixed to the use of special tools and equipment.
  • Page 45 KOHLER CO. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Kohler Co. are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your small off-road equipment engine. For California, engines produced in 1995 and later must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state’s stringent anti-smog standards.
  • Page 46 LIMITATIONS This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following: repair or replacement required because of misuse or neglect, improper maintenance, repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to Kohler Co. specifications that adversely affect performance and/or durability and alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by Kohler Co., replacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled replacement point,...
  • Page 47 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2006 lawn mower. In California, new lawn mower must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower.

  • Page 48: Warranty

    Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, or call 1-800-668-1238 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdcanada.com. Cub Cadet LLC at P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-877-282- 8684, or MTD Canada Ltd. KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1-800-668-1238...

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