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Cub Cadet RZT 42 w/42" Mower Deck User Manual

Cub Cadet RZT 42 w/42" Mower Deck
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RZT 42
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. 769-02748
TRACTOR
Model Number
(10/06)
w/42" Mower Deck
RZT SERIES
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Cub Cadet RZT 42 w/42" Mower Deck Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCub Cadet
ModelRZT 42 w/42" Mower Deck
CategoryTractor
LanguageEnglish

Summary

TRACTOR PREPARATION

INSTALL OPERATOR'S SEAT

Instructions for installing the operator's seat into the seat pivot bracket for shipping purposes.

INITIAL SETUP PROCEDURES

POSITION DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS

Steps to reposition drive control levers from shipping to operating position.

CONNECT THE BATTERY

Instructions for connecting the tractor's battery, including safety warnings.

REMOVE THE CHUTE STOP

Procedure for removing the chute stop from the mower deck.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

GENERAL OPERATION GUIDELINES

Essential safety rules for operating the tractor and mower deck.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Guidelines and warnings for operating the tractor on slopes.

CHILDREN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety precautions regarding children around the tractor.

SERVICE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety precautions and procedures related to servicing the tractor.

SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS

CONSOLE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety instructions located on the operator's seat consoles.

CONTROL INDICATORS AND GRAPHICS

Indicators for deck height, throttle, and safety graphics.

OWNER INFORMATION AND SERVICE

TO THE OWNER

Introductory message from the manufacturer to the owner.

CALLING SERVICE INFORMATION

Contact information and procedures for obtaining service.

RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION

Guidance on recording tractor model and serial numbers.

SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Deck Height Index

Index for mower deck cutting height adjustments.

Deck Lift Handle

Control for raising and lowering the mower deck.

Drive Control Levers

Levers controlling tractor movement and steering.

Ignition Switch

Switch for starting and stopping the engine.

PTO Switch

Switch to engage the Power Take-Off for the mower deck.

Transmission Bypass Rods

Rods to disengage transmissions for manual movement.

Hour Meter/Indicator Panel

Panel displaying operational hours and indicators.

Throttle Control

Control for adjusting engine speed.

Parking Brake Engagement Lever

Lever to engage the parking brake.

SECTION 2: OPERATION

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY

Essential safety rules for operating the tractor.

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Steps and considerations before starting to operate the tractor.

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Explanation of the tractor's safety interlock system.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Procedure and safety warnings for starting the engine.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Steps to safely stop the tractor's engine.

PRACTICE OPERATION (INITIAL USE)

Guidance for initial practice operating the tractor.

DRIVING THE TRACTOR

Instructions and warnings for driving the tractor.

DRIVING FORWARD

How to drive the tractor in a forward direction.

TURNING WHILE DRIVING FORWARD

How to turn the tractor while moving forward.

DRIVING THE TRACTOR IN REVERSE

Instructions and warnings for driving the tractor in reverse.

EXECUTING A ZERO TURN

Steps for safely performing a zero-turn maneuver.

DRIVING ON SLOPES

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on slopes.

OPERATING THE PTO

Procedure for engaging and operating the Power Take-Off.

USING THE MOWER DECK

Instructions for using the mower deck.

CHECKING SAFETY INTERLOCK CIRCUITS

Procedure for verifying the functionality of safety interlock systems.

SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING THE OPERATOR'S SEAT

How to adjust the position of the operator's seat.

ADJUSTING DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS

Adjusting the drive control levers for height and position.

SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Procedures for engine maintenance.

Checking Engine Oil Level

Steps for checking the engine oil level.

Changing Engine Oil & Filter

Procedure for changing the engine oil and filter.

Service Air Filter Precleaner

How to wash and reoil the air filter precleaner.

Service Air Filter Paper Element

How to service the air filter paper element.

Clean Engine Cooling Areas

Procedures for cleaning engine cooling areas.

Service Engine Spark Plug

How to service the engine spark plug.

Service Engine Fuel Filter

How to inspect and replace the engine fuel filter.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE

Information on hydrostatic transmission maintenance.

GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION

Important information and warnings about the tractor's battery.

BATTERY REMOVAL

Steps for removing the tractor's battery.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Procedures for maintaining the tractor battery.

BATTERY STORAGE

Guidelines for storing the tractor battery.

SERVICING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Information on checking and servicing the electrical system.

LUBRICATION

Lubrication points and schedule for the tractor.

TIRE MAINTENANCE

Procedures for checking and maintaining tire air pressure.

USING THE TRANSMISSION BYPASS RODS

Instructions for using transmission bypass rods.

TRACTOR CREEPING

How to adjust transmission control rods to prevent creeping.

TRACTOR HIGH SPEED TRACKING

How to adjust drive control levers for proper tracking.

TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT

Procedure for replacing the transmission drive belt.

TRACTOR STORAGE

PREPARING FOR STORAGE

Procedures for preparing the tractor for storage.

REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE

POST-STORAGE CHECKLIST

Steps for preparing the tractor after storage.

SECTION 5: MOWER DECK

DECK REMOVAL

Steps to remove the mower deck from the tractor.

Releasing Belt Tension

Method for releasing belt tension using the idler pulley.

Rolling Belt off PTO Pulley

Method for rolling the belt off the PTO pulley.

DECK INSTALLATION

Steps to install the mower deck onto the tractor.

Using Idler Pulley for Belt Tension

Method for tensioning the belt using the idler pulley.

Rolling Belt onto PTO Pulley

Method for rolling the belt onto the PTO pulley.

LEVELING THE MOWER DECK

Procedures for correctly leveling the mower deck.

Side to Side Leveling

How to adjust the mower deck for side-to-side levelness.

Front to Back Leveling

How to adjust the mower deck for front-to-back pitch.

ADJUSTING THE GAUGE WHEELS

How to adjust the mower deck gauge wheels.

DECK MAINTENANCE

General maintenance procedures for the mower deck.

Using the Deck Wash System

Instructions for using the deck wash system.

Cleaning Spindle Pulleys

How to clean grass clippings from spindle pulleys.

Mower Blade Care

Guidelines for sharpening or replacing mower blades.

Replacing the Deck Drive Belt

Steps for replacing the mower deck drive belt.

DECK LUBRICATION

Lubrication procedures for the mower deck spindle assemblies.

KOHLER EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

SMALL OFF-ROAD EQUIPMENT ENGINES WARRANTY

Warranty coverage for small off-road equipment engines.

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE

Details on the manufacturer's warranty coverage.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities of the engine owner under warranty.

WARRANTY COVERAGE LIMITATIONS

Limitations of the emission control system warranty.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for maintenance and repairs under warranty.

CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

Explains warranty rights and obligations for California emissions.

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE

Manufacturer's warranty coverage details.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

Owner responsibilities for warranty compliance.

GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE

General warranty coverage for emissions systems.

WARRANTED PARTS

List of parts covered under the emissions warranty.

CUB CADET LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL MOWERS

OBTAINING WARRANTY COVERAGE

Requirements for obtaining warranty coverage.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

Steps for obtaining warranty service.

LOCAL LAWS AND WARRANTY

Information on how local laws affect the warranty.

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