Cub Cadet RZT 22 User Manual

RZT 22
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 [www.cubcadet.com]
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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.
FORM NO. 769-01126
TRACTOR
Model Number
(2/04)
w/50" Mower Deck
RZT SERIES

Cub Cadet RZT 22 Specifications

General

Transmission	Hydrostatic
Blades	2
Deck Material	12-gauge steel
Cutting Height	1.5 - 4 inches
Cutting Height Range	1.5 - 4 inches
Front Tires	13 x 5 - 6
Turning Radius	0 inches

Summary

SAFETY FIRST

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Essential pre-operation safety instructions for safe use.

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

GENERAL OPERATION

Guidelines for safe and correct operation of the tractor.

SLOPE OPERATION

Specific safety and operational advice for mowing on inclines.

SERVICE

General guidelines for performing maintenance and repairs on the tractor.

SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES

RH and LH Drive Control Levers

How to use the primary levers for tractor movement and steering.

SECTION 2: OPERATION

GENERAL SAFETY

Key safety precautions to observe during tractor operation.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step guide for safely starting the tractor's engine.

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Explanation of safety features that prevent operation under unsafe conditions.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Correct procedure for shutting down the tractor's engine.

DRIVING FORWARD

How to move the tractor forward using the control levers.

Turning the Tractor While Driving Forward

DRIVING THE TRACTOR IN REVERSE

Safe procedures for operating the tractor in reverse.

OPERATING THE PTO

How to engage the Power Take-Off to operate the mower deck.

DRIVING ON SLOPES

Critical safety advice for operating the tractor on inclines.

USING THE MOWER DECK

CHECKING THE SAFETY INTERLOCK CIRCUITS

SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING RH & LH DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS

SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Procedures and schedules for maintaining the engine's performance.

SECTION 5: MOWER DECK

DECK REMOVAL

DECK INSTALLATION

LEVELING THE MOWER DECK

Adjusting the deck for optimal cutting height and side-to-side balance.

DECK MAINTENANCE

Cleaning And Blade Care

SLOPE GAUGE

ENGINE MANUAL

ENGINE INFORMATION

Specifications and general details about the Briggs & Stratton engine.

TYPE OF OIL TO USE

Recommended oil types and viscosity based on temperature for the engine.

STARTING AND OPERATING TIPS

BRIGGS & STRATTON OIL

CHECKING AND ADDING OIL

FUEL BRIGGS & STRATTON

TYPE OF FUEL TO USE

Recommended fuel types and precautions for the engine.

ADDING FUEL

STARTING BRIGGS & STRATTON

ELECTRIC (KEY) STARTER

TO START ENGINE

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine using the key.

TO STOP ENGINE

MAINTENANCE BRIGGS & STRATTON

MAINTENANCE

Schedule of routine maintenance tasks for the engine.

CHANGING OIL

Procedure for draining and replacing the engine oil.

CHANGING OIL FILTER

AIR CLEANER

ADJUSTMENTS BRIGGS & STRATTON

TO ADJUST REMOTE THROTTLE CONTROL

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY

LIMITED WARRANTY

ABOUT YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY

MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: Cub Cadet