Cub Cadet RZT50 Manuel de l'opérateur

CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019Printed In USAOp e r a t O r ’s Ma n u a lSafe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Ma

Position Drive Control leversThe drive control levers of the tractor are lowered for shipping purposes. The flange lock nuts, hex screws, and flat was

Lower Deck Discharge Chute DeflectorWARNING! Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector installed and in the down position. Check the mo

Figure 4-1Parking BrakeDeck HeightIndexDeck LiftHandleRH DriveControl LeverLH DriveControl LeverSeat Adjustment LeverHour Meter/Indicator PanelFuel Ta

Do not attempt to remove the cap from the tractor. approximately ⁄ turn clockwise to tight

Indicator Panel FeaturesBattery IndicatorIlluminates and the battery voltage is displayed briefly when the 

General Safety

The safety interlock system will shut off the engine if the of whether the parking brake i

Stopping the Engine2. the neutral position. En

Driving the Tractor Forward WARNING! Keep all movement of the drive control levers slow and smooth. Abrupt movement of the control levers can affect t

Driving the Tractor In ReverseWARNING! Always look behind and down on both sides of the tractor before backing up. Always look behind while traveling

Customer SupportIf you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this machine

Executing a Zero TurnWARNING! When executing a zero turn, the tractor tractor is moving can signific

Using the Mower DeckWARNING! Make certain the area to be mowed is free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other objects that can be thrown by the rota

Maintenance ScheduleBefore Each useEvery 10 HoursEvery 25 HoursEvery 50 HoursEvery 100 HoursPrior to StoringCheck Engine Intake Screen/CoverPClean Ho

oil fill cap/dipstick from th

lubricating oil.Using the Deck Wash SystemWARNING! When using the deck wash system, nev

Battery StorageWhen storing the tractor for extended periods, disconnect the negative battery cable. It is not necessary to remove the battery.All

AdjustmentsWARNING! ignition key and engage the parking brake before h

Leveling the Mower Deck When correctly adjusted the mower deck should be level side to side, and the front of the deck should be approximately ⁄

Adjusting the Gauge WheelsWARNING! Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck.NOTE: The deck gauge wheels are an anti-sca

Battery RemovalWARNING! accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.The battery is loc

Important Safe Operation Practices23General OperationRead, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attem

Relays and SwitchesThere are several safety switches in the electrical system. If a function of the safety interlock system described earlier is not f

Lower the deck to the ground using the deck lift handle.5. 6. 

Rolling the Belt onto the PTO Pulley.Using the deck lift handle, raise the deck to the position that provides the most horizontal run of the belt

When reinstalling the blades, be sure they are installed so that the wind wings are pointing upward toward the top of the deck.

Tractor High Speed TrackingIf the tractor tracks to one side with both drive control levers fully forward, adjust the control levers as follows:Check

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Problem Cause RemedyEngine fails to start 2. Drive control levers not fully outward in 

Problem Cause RemedyEngine overheats Engine oil level low. Air flow restricted. 2. Fill crankcase with proper amount and weight of oil. Clean

Component Part Number and Description     

Component Part Number and Description     

4 se c t i O n 2 — iM p O r t a n t sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e sA missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or th

Part Number Part 

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONSThe California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pl

WARRANTED PARTS:The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage i

CUB CADET LLCMANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL zERO-TURN (“RzT”) MOWERSCub Cadet LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019, Phone:

5se c t i O n 2 — iM p O r t a n t sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e sChildrenTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

6 se c t i O n 2 — iM p O r t a n t sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e sCheck the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent 5. intervals

7se c t i O n 2 — iM p O r t a n t sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e sWARNING! Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to

8 se c t i O n 2 — sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e sSight and hold this level with a vertical tree...or a corner of a building...or a fence

Contents of Crate  Manual