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CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty

WARNING

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL

BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

Z-Force L Zero-Turn Tractor

Form No. 769-09429D

(June 20, 2014)

Summary of Contents for Z-Force L

Page 1: ...es Set Up Operation Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY Z Force L Zero Turn Tractor Form No 769 09429D June 20 2014 ...

Page 2: ... machine its features and operation Please be aware that this Operator s Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models We reserve the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation If applicable the power ...

Page 3: ...jects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes 9 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals 10 Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire ...

Page 4: ...d with the approved accessory or attachment 28 Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury 29 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Cont...

Page 5: ...adjustment should be made without the operator sitting in the seat The seat back recline adjustment is also on the right side between the seat back and seat bottom and it provides up to 10 degrees The fore aft single locking adjustment tracks operate on roller bearings for smooth and almost effortless operation The lever for seat track actuation is near the right front corner of the seat bottom an...

Page 6: ... specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 12 Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine 13 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 14 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment 15 According to the Consumer Pro...

Page 7: ...semble and operate WARNING ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury BYSTANDERS Ke...

Page 8: ...ee Figure 1 and Figure 2 4 Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope See Figure 1 and Figure 2 5 If there is a gap below the gauge the slope is too steep for safe operation See Figure 2 above 1 5 d a s h e d l i n e Slope Gauge Figure 2 Figure 1 15 Slope 15 Slope WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to tip over and roll over accidents which can result in severe injury or...

Page 9: ...a b Figure 3 1 2 Disengage the bypass rods by reversing steps a b after moving the tractor See Figure 3 1 3 Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter from the manual bag and store for future use Install Operator s Seat To install the seat proceed as follows NOTE The seat is shipped with the seat switch and seat pan attached 1 Cut any straps securing the seat assembly and the drive control levers ...

Page 10: ... position of the control lever to the pivot bracket then repeat the previous steps to reposition the other control lever in approximately the same position CAUTION Torque the screws down tightly to prevent the control levers from slipping out of position 5 Refer to Adjusting the Drive Control Levers in the Maintenance Adjustments for instructions for the final adjustment of the levers Lower Deck D...

Page 11: ...he State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling CAUTION When attaching battery cables always connect the POSITIVE Red wire to its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire For shipping reasons both battery cables on your equipment may have been left disconnected from the terminals at the factory To connect the battery cables proceed as follows NOTE T...

Page 12: ...eat or to dismount the tractor The levers must be fully opened out and in the neutral position to start the tractor engine When the levers are fully outward the parking brake is also engaged Each lever controls the respective RH or LH transmission Consequently these levers control all of the movements of the tractor Driving and steering utilizing these control levers is quite different from conven...

Page 13: ...cup holder is located to the left of the operator s seat on the LH console 1 5 3 3 5 2 2 5 1 4 Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment lever is located below the left of the seat The lever allows for adjustment forward or backward of the operator s seat Refer to the Assembly Set Up section for instructions on adjusting the seat position Fuel Tank Cap The fuel tank cap is located near the middle ...

Page 14: ... Manual Low Oil The letters LO followed by the letters OIL then followed by the meter s accumulated time will indicate the tractor is low on oil Stop the tractor immediately and check the engine oil level as instructed in this Owner s Manual Low Battery At startup the battery voltage is briefly displayed then changes to accumulated hours The letters LO will display followed by the letters BATT and...

Page 15: ...g and come to a complete stop before any zero turn maneuver If you hit a solid object while mowing turn off the PTO 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 tigh...

Page 16: ...return to the run position CAUTION Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time Doing so may cause damage to your engine s electric starter 7 Once the engine warms up push the choke knob down into the OFF position NOTE Do NOT leave the throttle choke control if equipped or choke control if equipped in the CHOKE position while operating the tractor Doing so will r...

Page 17: ...e 5 1 Control Lever Moved Inward and in Neutral Figure 5 1 NOTE If the control levers are not even in the neutral position refer to Maintenance Adjustments for instructions to adjust the levers so that they are even 3 Move the throttle control lever if equipped or throttle choke control lever forward to the full throttle position NOTE Although the tractor s engine is designed to run at full thrott...

Page 18: ...ght Turn Figure 5 4 3 The greater the fore to aft distance between the two levers the sharper the tractor will turn 4 To execute a pivot turn move the turn side drive control lever to the neutral position while moving the other control lever forward NOTE Making a pivot turn on grass will greatly increase the potential for defacement of the turf Driving the Tractor In Reverse WARNING Always look be...

Page 19: ...ove the turn side drive control lever to the neutral position while moving the other control lever rearward NOTE Making a pivot turn on grass will greatly increase the potential for defacement of the turf Executing a Zero Turn WARNING When executing a zero turn the tractor MUST BE STOPPED Executing a zero turn while the tractor is moving can significantly reduce your control of the tractor and wil...

Page 20: ...ng the PTO moving drive control levers fully outward in the neutral position engaging the parking brake If leaving the tractor unattended turn the ignition key off and remove key Driving On Slopes Refer to the slope gauge in the Safe Operation Section to help determine slopes where you may not operate safely WARNING Do not operate on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approxim...

Page 21: ...he tractor on each subsequent strip to align with a previously cut strip 9 To prevent rutting or grooving of the turf if possible change the direction that the strips are mowed by approximately 45 for the next and each subsequent mowing WARNING Be careful when crossing gravel paths or driveways Disengage the PTO and raise the deck to the highest position before crossing NOTE When stopping the trac...

Page 22: ...heel axles with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of service Periodically lubricate all other pivot points with a quality lubricating oil Cleaning Lubricating the Spindle Pulleys Once a month remove the belt covers to remove any accumulation of grass clippings from around the spindle pulleys and V belt Clean more often when mowing tall dry grass Every 25 hours lubricate the deck spindl...

Page 23: ...ses Use extreme caution when handling batteries Keep batteries out of the reach of children Battery Storage 1 When storing the tractor for extended periods disconnect the negative battery cable It is not necessary to remove the battery 2 All batteries discharge during storage Keep the exterior of the battery clean especially the top A dirty battery will discharge more rapidly 3 The battery must be...

Page 24: ... 30 and 90 days Read the product manufacturer s instructions and recommendations Add to clean fresh gasoline the correct amount of stabilizer for the capacity approximately 3 gallons of the fuel system Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the engine for 2 3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor c Emptying the fuel system for storage of more than 90 days Prior to putting the tr...

Page 25: ... tractor s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires for information regarding tire pressure Always level the deck side to side before front to rear If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly a side to side adjustment can be performed Adjust if necessary as follows 1 With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift handle in a middle mow...

Page 26: ... 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 securing one of the front gauge wheel hex screws to the deck Remove the gauge wheel hex screw and spacer See Figure 6 7 Lock Nut Wheel Hex Screw Spacer Figure 6 7 3 Insert the hex screw into the one of three index holes in t...

Page 27: ...om 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 wash...

Page 28: ...attery with a 12 volt battery charger at a MAXIMUM rate of 10 amps Servicing Electrical System A fuse is installed to protect the tractor s electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage Always use the same capacity fuse for replacement If the electrical system does not function check for a blown fuse If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses have the tractor s electrical system...

Page 29: ...Belt off the PTO Pulley 1 Using the deck lift handle raise the deck to the position that provides the most horizontal run of the belt between the deck idler pulleys and the PTO pulley on the bottom of the engine 2 Sitting behind the tractor facing forward reach beneath the tractor to grasp the belt at the front of the PTO pulley WARNING Use caution to avoid pinching your fingers when rolling the b...

Page 30: ...t slots 7 Make certain the V belt is in the spindle pulleys on the deck then route the belt rearward beneath the tractor frame above the transmission tube s to the PTO pulley on the bottom of the engine 8 Using the deck lift handle raise the deck to the position that provides the most horizontal run of the belt between the deck idler pulleys and the PTO pulley on the bottom of the engine 9 Make ce...

Page 31: ... of the blades evenly so that the blades remain balanced and the same angle of sharpness is maintained If the cutting edge of a blade has already been sharpened many times or if any metal separation is present it is recommended that new blades be installed New blades are available at your authorized dealer The blades may be removed as follows 1 Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Dec...

Page 32: ...ressure 1 Perform side to side deck adjustment 2 Sharpen or replace blade 3 Check tire pressure in all four tires Mower will not mulch grass If Equipped w Mulching Kit 1 Engine speed too low 2 Wet grass 3 Excessively high grass 4 Dull blade 1 Place throttle in FAST rabbit position 2 Do not mulch when grass is wet 3 Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrow...

Page 33: ...r and Description 759 3336 Spark Plug KH 16 883 04 S1 Air Filter KH 52 050 02 S Oil Filter KH 25 050 22 S1 Fuel Filter 954 05012 Deck Belt 48 Deck 954 05013 Deck Belt 54 Deck 954 05015 Deck Belt 60 Deck 954 04317A Drive Belt 942 04417 Blades 48 02005017 X Xtreme Blades 48 942 04416 Blades 54 02005018 X Xtreme Blades 54 942 04415 Blades 60 02005019 X Xtreme Blades 60 618 06994 Deck Spindle 48 618 0...

Page 34: ...ber and Description 634 3159 Deck Wheel 925 1707D Battery 751 12179B Gas Cap 746 05099 Throttle Control Cable 746 1085A Choke Cable 725 1341B Ignition Key 631 05176 Discharge Chute Assembly 634 04295 Rear Wheel Assembly 634 04629 Front Wheel Assembly ...

Page 35: ...9A70039100 48 Mulch Kit 54 Mulch Kit 60 Mulch Kit 490 241 0024 Tire Chains 19A70032100 Light Kit 19A70045100 Power Deck Lift 19A70019100 Lawn Striping Kit 490 290 0013 Riding Mower Cover 490 850 0008 Oil Siphon 490 850 0005 Blade Removal Tool 490 325 0020 Tire Sealant 490 900 0045 Oil Filter Wrench 490 900 0062 Armortek Non Stick Spray 490 000 0028 Carburetor Choke Cleaner 22216 32 oz Sta Bil fuel...

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Page 38: ...a period of two years The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below the warranty on emission related parts is as follows 1 Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for...

Page 39: ...t cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part That notwithstanding any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operating adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage Further the coverage under this warranty extends only to parts that were present on the off road equipment purchased The following emission warranty parts are covered if ap...

Page 40: ...mage In addition Cub Cadet may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter or any part thereof is altered modified disconnected or otherwise tampered with HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area In the U S A Check your Yellow Pages or contact Cub Cadet L...

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