Cub Cadet Z-Force LZ User Manual

Operation
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General Safety
 
manual. Learn to operate this machine SAFELY. Do not risk

competent in its usage to operate this tractor.
 Before starting the engine or beginning operation, be
familiar with the controls. The operator should be in the

position and the RH and LH drive control levers moved to
the neutral position engaging the parking brake.
 Keep all shields in place. Keep away from moving parts.
 
Look behind and down to both sides of the tractor before
and while backing up.
 
walk or stand on the discharge side of the mower when

approaches while you are operating the mower.
 Avoid slopes where possible. Never operate on slopes

dangerous operating conditions. Tractors can be rolled
over. Always mow across slopes, never up and down
the slope. Avoid turning downhill if possible, start at
the bottom and work up to the top. Use extra care and
go slowly when turning downhill. Control the speed

the speed/directional control (lap bar) of the downhill
side of the machine, i.e., maintain the uphill side lap bar
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 
the RH and LH drive control levers fully outward in the
neutral position, engage the parking brake, shut off the
engine and remove the ignition key. Wait for all movement
to stop before servicing or cleaning.
 When operating this mower, in the forward direction, do
not allow the steering levers to return to neutral on their

any sudden movements of the levers when starting and
stopping. Keep a firm grip on the control levers.
 Be careful when operating near gravel paths and roadways.
Stop the blades and tractor motion and wait for vehicles to
pass before operating along the road.
 Do not operate the tractor with the mower deck removed.
Removal of the deck will change the balance of the tractor,
and could contribute to a tractor rollover.
 Avoid operation on traction surfaces that are unstable; use
extreme caution if the surface is slippery. Always remove
debris and other objects from the area to be mowed -
debris and loose grass will reduce traction.
 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
 Watch for holes, sprinkler heads, and other hidden hazards.
 Avoid driving too close to trees, creeks, ditches, sand traps,
and other obstacles.
 Slow down before turning and come to a complete stop
before any zero turn maneuver.
 
place the steering levers in the neutral, opened-out
position, move the throttle to slow, set the parking brake,
shut off the engine, and take the key from the ignition
switch. Inspect for damage. Repair the damage. Make sure
the blades are in good condition and that the blade bolts
are tight before restarting the engine.
 Do not stop the tractor or park the tractor over
combustible materials such as dry grass, leaves, debris, etc.
 Keep the mower and especially the engine and hydraulic
components clean and free of grease, grass, and leaves to
reduce the chance of fire and permit proper cooling.
 Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is running or
while the engine is hot. Allow the engine several minutes
to cool before refueling. Tighten the fuel cap securely.
Checking the Safety Interlock Circuits
Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to ensure they are
working properly. If a safety circuit is not working as designed,


properly. To check the safety circuits, proceed as follows:
 
Momentarily turn the ignition switch to the start position;
the engine should not crank.
2. Move both control levers fully inward in the neutral

engine should stop.
 With both control levers fully outward in the neutral/


4. Start the tractor and move the control levers inward to the
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
should disengage and the mower deck should stop.
Before Operating Your Tractor
 Before you operate the tractor, study this manual carefully
to familiarize yourself with the operation of all the
instruments and controls. It has been prepared to help you
operate and maintain your tractor efficiently.
2. Fill the fuel tank with only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline

ethanol maximum. When the fuel reaches one inch from

left for expansion.
 Unleaded gasoline is recommended because it leaves less
combustion chamber deposits and reduces harmful exhaust
emissions. Leaded gasoline is not recommended and must
not be used where exhaust emissions are regulated.
NOTE: Purchase gasoline in small quantities. Do not use
gasoline left over from the previous season, to minimize
gum deposits in the fuel system.
4. 

blends are not approved.

Cub Cadet Z-Force LZ Specifications

General

Brand	Cub Cadet
Model	Z-Force LZ
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English