Removing Thetractor Fromstorage - Cub Cadet RZT54 Operator's Manual

2.
If storing the tractor for 30 days or more:
a. To prevent gum deposits from forming inside
the engine's carburetor and causing possible
malfunction of the engine, the fuel system must be
either completely emptied, or the gasoline must be
treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration.
WARNING!
Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates
and will cause serious starting problems.
b. Using a fuel stabilizer:
Read the product manufacturer's instructions
and recommendations.
Add to clean, fresh gasoline the correct
amount of stabilizer for the ca pacity
(approximately 3 gallons) of the fuel system.
Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the
engine for 2-3 minutes to get stabilized fuel
into the carburetor.
Emptying 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: Use a pressure washer or garden hose is not
recommended 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 TheTractor FromStorage
1. Check the engine oil.
2. Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to the
recommended pressure.
3. If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
4. Add clean, fresh fuel.
5. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to
ensure engine is operating properly.
6. Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all the
tractor systems are functioning properly.
Adjustments
_i ARNING! Shut the engine off, remove the
ignition key and engage the parking brake before
making adjustments. Protect your hands by using
heavy gloves when handling the blades.
Adjusting RH& LHDrive 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:
I. 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 a nd pivot bracket.
Refer to Fig. 6-6.
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Control
Pivot Bracket
Flange
Flat Washer
Height
He× _" . ... Adjustment
Holes
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Shoulder
Screw ......................................... ................ _\i_
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Figure 6-6
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.
5. If you are going to adjust the control levers forward or
rearward, proceed to the next step. If not, fully tighten the
flange lock nut.
SECTION 6-- MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS