Cub Cadet Z-Force Pro, Operator'S Manual

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The front of the deck should be between
1⁄4-3⁄8” lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if
necessary as follows:
1.
Park the tractor on a firm, level surface
and place the deck lift handle in a
middle position.
2. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge
chute so that it is parallel with the tractor.
3. Measure the distance from the front
of the blade tip to the ground and the
rear of the blade tip to the ground. The
first measurement taken should be
between 1⁄4” and 3⁄8” less than the second
measurement.
4. Determine the approximate distance
necessary for proper adjustment and
proceed, if necessary.
5. Using a wrench, raise the front of deck
by loosening the lock nuts to the front
of the pivot pin (a) and then tighten the
jam nuts on the back of the pivot pin (a)
to raise the front of the deck and secure
in place. See Figure 4-8.
(a)
(a)
Figure 4-8
6. Using a wrench, lower the front of deck
by loosening the jam nuts on the back
of the pivot pin (a) and then tighten the
lock nut on the front of the pivot pin (a)
to lower the front of the deck and secure
in place. See Figure 4-8.
7. The deck is properly leveled when the
front tip of the blade is 1⁄4” lower than the
rear tip. Retighten the hex bolt on the
left rear deck hanger links when proper
adjustment is achieved.
Adjusting the Front Gauge Wheels
WARNING!: Keep hands and
feet away from the discharge
opening of the cutting deck.
The front gauge wheels on the mower deck are
an anti-scalp feature, and should not ride on
the ground. The front gauge wheels should be
approximately 1⁄4-1⁄2” above the ground when the
deck is set in the desired height setting.
Using the deck lift handle, set the deck in the
desired height setting, then check the gauge wheel
distance from the ground below. If necessary adjust
the front gauge wheels as follows:
1.
Visually check the distance between the
front gauge wheels and the ground. If
the gauge wheels are near or touching
the ground, they should be raised. If
more than 1⁄2” above the ground, they
should be lowered.
2. Remove the lock nut (a) securing one of
the front gauge wheel (b) to the deck.
Remove the front gauge wheel (b), hex
screw (c) and spacer (d). See Figure 4-9.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
Figure 4-9
NOTE:
There are a pair of front gauge
wheels on the nose of the 54” and 60”
decks.
3. Insert the hex screw (c) into the one of
three index holes in the front gauge wheel
bracket (e) that will give the front gauge
wheel (b) a 1⁄4-1⁄2” clearance with the ground.
4. Note the index hole of the just adjusted
front auge wheel (b), and adjust the other
front gauge wheel (b) into the respective
index hole of the other front gauge wheel
bracket (e).
Off-Season Storage
Riding Mower Storage
If your riding mower is not going to be operated
for an extended period of time (30 days to
approximately six months), the riding mower
should be prepared for storage. Store the riding
mower in a dry and protected location. If stored
outside, cover the riding mower (including
the tires) to protect it from the elements. The
procedures outlined below should be performed
whenever the riding mower is placed in storage.
1.
Change the engine oil and filter
following the instructions provided in
the Engine Operator’s Manual.
WARNING!
Never store the riding
mower with fuel in the tank
indoors or in poorly ventilated
enclosures, where fuel fumes may
reach an open flame, spark or
pilot light as on a furnace, water
heater, clothes dryer, etc.
2. Service the engine as instructed in the
separate Engine Operator’s Manual.
3. Engines stored between 30 and 90
days need to be treated with a gasoline
stabilizer and engines stored over 90
days need to be drained of fuel to prevent
deterioration and gum from forming in
fuel system or on essential carburetor
parts. If the gasoline in your engine
deteriorates during storage, you may need
to have the carburetor, and other fuel
system components, serviced or replaced.
WARNING: Drain fuel only into
unapproved container outdoors,
away from an open flame. Allow
engine to cool. Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and
other sources of ignition prior to
draining fuel.
3. Remove the spark plugs and pour
approximately one ounce of oil into
each cylinder. Crank the engine one or
two turns to spread the oil evenly on the
cylinder walls. Replace the spark plugs.
4. Clean the engine and the entire riding
mower thoroughly.
NOTE: Use of a pressure washer or
garden hose is not recommended to
clean your riding mower. They may
cause damage to electrical components,
spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine.
The use of water will result in shortened
life and reduce serviceability.
5. Sharpen the blades so that the mower
will be ready to use when needed.
6. Protect the metal surfaces. Repair
scratches with the appropriate touch-up
spray paint. Brush a rust preventive oil
on any unpainted surfaces including the
pulleys and blades. (Be careful not to get
any oil on the drive belts.)
7. Clean and fully charge the battery, then
disconnect the negative cable at the
battery to prevent possible discharge.
Recharge the battery periodically when
in storage.
NOTE:
Remove the battery if exposed
to prolonged periods of sub-freezing
temperatures. Store in a cool, dry location
where temperatures are above freezing.
8. Lubricate all lubrication points.
9. Jack the mower up and store it on blocks
to take the weight off of the tires.
Removing the Riding Mower from
Storage
1. Check the engine oil.
2. Fully charge the battery, lower riding
mower off blocks, and inflate the tires to
the recommended pressure.
3. Remove the spark plugs and wipe them
off. Using the starter, crank the engine
to pump the excess oil out of the spark
plug holes. Replace the spark plugs and
the ignition leads.
4. If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank
with clean, fresh gasoline.
5. Check the level of the engine oil in the
crankcase and the hydraulic reservoir tank.
6. Start the engine and allow to idle for
a few minutes to ensure engine is
operating properly.
7. Drive the riding mower without a load
to make certain all the riding mower
systems are functioning properly.