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Cub Cadet RZT 42 User Manual

Cub Cadet RZT 42
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
IES
TRACTOR
Model Number
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. 769-02748A
(04/07)

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Cub Cadet RZT 42 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine BrandKohler
Engine Displacement725cc
Engine Type4-Cycle
Cutting Width42 inches
TransmissionHydrostatic
Fuel Capacity3 gallons
Deck MaterialSteel
Deck ConstructionStamped
Deck Positions8
Blade EngagementElectric PTO
Turning RadiusZero-turn
Weight500 lbs
Warranty3 years limited
Cutting Height1.5 - 4 in

Summary

TRACTOR PREPARATION

INSTALL OPERATOR'S SEAT

Instructions for installing the operator's seat for shipping purposes.

POSITION DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS

Repositioning drive control levers from shipping to operating position.

CONNECT THE BATTERY

Connecting the negative battery cable to the tractor battery.

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

GENERAL OPERATION

Guidelines for safe operation of the tractor and mower.

SLOPE OPERATION

Safety precautions and procedures for operating on slopes.

SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS

CONTROL PANEL INDICATORS

Identifies indicators on the control panel: Deck Height, Throttle, Park Brake.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Locations and content of general safety instruction decals.

MOWER DECK SAFETY GRAPHICS

Graphics related to mower deck safety, including hands/feet and general warnings.

SLOPE GAUGE

WARNING

Warning about operating on slopes exceeding 15 degrees.

TO THE OWNER

CALLING SERVICE INFORMATION

Information on how to contact for service and support.

RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION

Importance of recording model and serial numbers for service.

SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES

DECK HEIGHT INDEX

Details on the deck height index and its notches.

DECK LIFT HANDLE

Location and function of the deck lift handle.

RH AND LH DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS

Operation and function of the drive control levers.

IGNITION SWITCH

Operation of the ignition switch for starting and stopping.

POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO) SWITCH

Operation of the PTO switch to engage/disengage the mower deck.

HOUR METER/INDICATOR PANEL

Features and indicators on the hour meter panel.

THROTTLE CONTROL

Operation of the throttle control for engine speed.

SECTION 2: OPERATION

GENERAL SAFETY

General safety guidelines before and during operation.

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Pre-operation checks and fuel recommendations.

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Explanation of the safety interlock system functions.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step instructions for starting the tractor engine.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Procedures for safely stopping the tractor engine.

DRIVING THE TRACTOR

Instructions for driving the tractor forward and reverse.

EXECUTING A ZERO TURN

Procedures for performing zero-degree turns.

DRIVING ON SLOPES

Safety guidelines and procedures for operating on slopes.

OPERATING THE PTO

How to engage and operate the Power Take-Off (PTO).

USING THE MOWER DECK

CHECKING THE SAFETY INTERLOCK CIRCUITS

Periodic checks of the safety interlock system.

SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING THE OPERATORS SEAT

How to adjust the operator's seat for comfort and visibility.

ADJUSTING RH & LH DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS

Adjusting drive control levers for height and position.

SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

General engine maintenance procedures.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL & FILTER

Procedure for changing the engine oil and oil filter.

ENGINE AIR FILTER SERVICE

Maintenance of the air cleaner system, including precleaner and paper element.

SERVICE ENGINE SPARK PLUG

Procedures for checking, gapping, and replacing the spark plug.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE

Information regarding hydrostatic transmission maintenance.

BATTERY REMOVAL

Steps for safely removing the tractor battery.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

Guidelines for charging the tractor battery.

USING THE TRANSMISSION BYPASS RODS

Instructions for using transmission bypass rods to move the tractor.

TRACTOR HIGH SPEED TRACKING

Adjusting control levers for proper tractor tracking.

TRACTOR STORAGE

Procedures for preparing the tractor for storage.

SECTION 5: MOWER DECK

DECK REMOVAL

Steps to remove the mower deck from the tractor.

DECK INSTALLATION

Steps to install the mower deck onto the tractor.

LEVELING THE MOWER DECK

Adjusting the mower deck for side-to-side and front-to-back level.

ADJUSTING THE GAUGE WHEELS

Adjusting gauge wheels for anti-scalp feature.

MOWER BLADE CARE

Procedures for sharpening and maintaining mower blades.

DECK LUBRICATION

Lubrication points for the mower deck spindle assemblies.

REPLACING THE DECK DRIVE BELT

Steps for replacing the mower deck drive belt.

KOHLER CO. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE

Details warranty coverage for emission control systems.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

Owner's duties regarding maintenance and warranty claims.

LIMITATIONS

Exclusions from the emission control system warranty.

CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL ZERO-TURN (“RZT”) MOWERS

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

Information on how to obtain warranty service and locate dealers.

HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY

Explains how local laws interact with the limited warranty.

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