OPERATOR'S \ MANUAL \ \ RZT SERIES TRACTORS Model Numbers RZT 50 {w/_o" Mower Deck) RZT 54 Iwi5_" 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 forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engfne's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
TABLE OF CONTENTS TRACTOR PREPARATION .................................................................................................... IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES .................................................................... SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS ........................................................................................... SLOPE GAUGE ...................................................................................................................... TO THE OWNER ......
POSITION DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS CONNECT THE BATTERY The ddve control levers of the tractor are lowered for shipping purposes. To accomplish this, the flange lock nut, hex screw, and flat washer normally used to secure each control lever to its pivot bracket are removed. The hardware is then installed in the slotted hole of each control lever for shipment. The control levers must be moved to their operating position.
WARNING • The engine exhaust, some of its constituents,and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. ° 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).
13. Mow only in daylight DO: or good artificial light. 14. Do not operate the machine influence of alcohol or drugs. while under the 15. Watch for traffic when operating roadways. near or crossing 16. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. This unit should not be driven up or down a ramp onto a trailer or truck under power, because the unit could tip over causing serious personal injury. The unit must be pushed manually on a ramp to load or unload properly.
5. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the machine. Children 14 years and over should only operate the machine under close parental supervision and proper instruction. 6. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child or other hazard. 7. Remove the key when the machine is left unattended to prevent unauthorized operation. IV. SERVICE 1. Use extreme care in handlinggasoline and other fuels.
SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS Keep product safety graphics (decals) clean. Replace any safety graphic that is damaged, destroyed, ed over or can no longer be read. Replacement safety graphics are available through your dealer.
USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE -.,d I YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE I I _" A CORNER | | I = . --... OR A FENCE POST I _ ~ ~ u LIN,_ OF A BUILDING ,,, I .. =rrl Co I 15 ° :3 P v WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury.
TO THE OWNER This Operator's Manual is an importantpart of your new tractor. The informationcontained in this manual has been prepared in detail to help you better understand the features, correct operation, adjustments, and maintenance of your tractor. The performance and dependability of this tractor rely greatly on the manner in which it is operated and maintained. Therefore, it is recommended that all operators of the tractor carefully read this manual and fully understand its operation.
SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES P / Figure 5 A. B. Deck Height Index Deck Lift Handle C. RH and LH Drive Control Levers D. E. G. Cup Holder H. Storage Tray Lever (Not Seen) Panel M. Throttle Control Ignition Switch PTO Switch F. Transmission J. Seat Adjustment K. Fuel Tank Cap L. Hour Meter/Indicator N. Bypass Rod (Not Shown) Choke Control O. Parking Brake Engagement Lever P. Trans.
NOTE: References to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR indicate that position on the tractor when facing forward while seated in the operators seat. E. Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch The PTO switch is located on the RH console to the rightof the operator's seat. A. Deck Height Index The deck height index consists of six index notches located on the front/right of the seat box frame.
WARNING: Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running. If the engine is hot from recently running, allow to cool for several minutes before refueling. Highly flammable gasoline could splash onto the engine and cause a fire. L. check the battery and charging system for possible causes and/or contact your Cub Cadet dealer. Oil Pressure Indicator (Refer to Figure 8) ° This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure.
N. Choke Control P. MODEL RZT 54 ONLY - Transmission Oil Expansion Reservoir The transmission oil expansion reservoir is connected by hoses to the RH and LH transmission assemblies, and is located beneath the seat box. The function of the reservoir is to hold the natural expansion of transmission oil that occurs as the transmission warms up during operation. DO NOT FILL THE RESERVOIR. The choke knobcontrolsthe positionof the engine choke.
• This engine is certified to operate only on clean, fresh, unleaded regular gasoline. For best results, fill the fuel tank with only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with a pump sticker octane rating of 87 or higher. • 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.
engine does not start within this time, turn the key to "OFF" and wait at least 15 seconds to allow the engine's starter motor to cool. Try again after waiting. If after a few attempts the engine fails to start, do not keep trying to start it with the choke dosed as this will cause flooding and make starting more difficult. disconnect the jumper cables in the exact reverse order of their connection.
Adjust the operator's seat to the most comfortable position that allows you to operate the controls. See seat adjustment in the ADJUSTMENTS section. • Release the parking brake. • Move the RH and LH drive control levers inward in the neutral position. Refer to Figure 11. As the control levers are pushed farther forward the speed of the tractorwill increase.
- Toturntotheright,movetherightdrivecontrol leverrearward oftheleftlever.SeeFigure14. IMPORTANT: Always maintain your grasp on the drive control levers. Do not release the levers to slow the tractor or to return to neutral FORWARD RIGHT TURN Turning While Driving Rearward * To turn the tractor while driving rearward, move the control fevers as necessary so that one lever is forward of the other. The tractor will turn in the direction of the forward controllever.
STOPPING THE TRACTOR Executing a Zero Turn _ the tractor MUST BE STOPPED. WARNING: When executing a zero turn, Executing a zero turn while the tractor is moving can significantly reduce your control of the tractor and will cause severe turf defacement to occur. • Stop the forward or reverse motion of the tractor by moving the two drive control levers to neutral. • To turn clockwise, move the left control lever forward white simultaneously moving the right control lever rearward. See Figure 18.
USING THE MOWER DECK IMPORTANT: When stopping the tractor for any reason while on a grass surface, always: • Place the shift lever in neutral, • Engage the parking brake, • Shut engine off and remove the key. WARNING: Make certain the area to be mowed is free of debris, sticks, stones, wire or other objects that can be thrown by the rotating blades. Doing so will minimize the possibility of having your lawn "browned" by hot exhaust from your tractor's running engine.
SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE OPERATORS SEAT • To adjust the positionof the seat, move and hold the seat adjustment lever toward the left. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position;then release the adjustment lever. Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor. See Figure20, ° Reposition the control lever to align with the other set of holes in the pivot bracket and insert the shoulder screw removed earlier.
SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Model RZT 54 ONLY Engine maintenance procedures and schedules can be found in the copy of the engine manual found at the end of this manual. Follow those schedules for performingengine maintenance. The model RZT54 is equipped with a transmissionoil expansion reservoir. Under normal operating conditions, the oil level in the expansion reservoir does not need to be checked and no additional oil is needed.
• CHARGING Keep all sources of ignition (cigarettes, matches, lighters) away from the battery. The gas generated during charging can be combustible. • As a further precaution, a well ventilated area. • Always shield eyes and protect skin and clothing when working near batteries. Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the tractor has been stored for a period of time. • A voltmeter or load tester should read 12.
If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the tractor's electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. • Relays and Switches There are several safety switches in the electrical system. If a function of the safety interlock system described earlier is not functioning properly, have the electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer.
• • • If the rotation stops, adjust the ferrule up or down the control rod as necessary to align with the hole in the transmission control arm, Re-insert the ferrule into the hole in the control arm and secure with the internal cotter pin. • TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT If the transmission drive belt becomes worn and causes the drive transmissions to slip, the drive belt must be replaced.
TRACTOR STORAGE Emptying the fuel system: • Prior to putting the tractor in storage, monitor fuel consumption with the goal of running the fuel tank empty. If your tractor is not going to be operated for an extended period of time (thirty days to approximately six months), the tractor should be prepared for storage. Store the tractor in a dry and protected location. If stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires) to protect it from the elements.
SECTION 5: MOWER DECK This section contains removal, installation, adjustment, and maintenance information for the mower deck. Some of the following information applies only to the model RZT50 deck, while some applies only to the RZT54. information that applies only to a specific deck model will be preceded by a bold title line that identifies which deck is the subject of that information. Rolling the belt off the PTO pulley.
= Using care to prevent the front hanger rod from falling back into the deck bracket slots, carefully slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out from underneath the tractor. DECK INSTALLATION • Install the belt in the PTO pulley on the bottom of the engine. • Route the backside of the belt around the fixed idler pulley of the deck. Refer to Figure 30.
LEVELING THE MOWER DECK Front to Back Leveling. When correctly adjusted the mower deck should be level side to side, and the front of the deck should be approximately 1/4 inch lower than the rear of deck. The front of the deck should be approximately 1/4 inch lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows: Side to Side Leveling • With the deck raised off of the ground, rotate the outer blades so that they are parallel to the frame of the tractor.
ADJUSTING THE GAUGE WHEELS AND ROLLERS Using the 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: ° 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.
DECK MAINTENANCE deck, be careful notservicing to cut yourself on the ,_WARNING: When the mower sharpened blades. Using the Deck Wash System • • • The cutting blades must be kept sharp at all times. Sharpen the cutting edges of the blades evenly so that the blades remain balanced and the same angle of sharpness is maintained. system, never engage thethe deck fromwash any WARNING: When using deck position other than the operator's seat of the tractor.
REPLACING THE DECK DRIVE BELT • Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Deck Removal on page 26). ° Remove the hex tapping screws securing the belt covers to the deck and remove the belt from the spindle pulleys. Refer to Figure 39. Install the new belt around the spindle pulleys as shown in Figure 39 and reinstall the belt covers. Route the belt rearward between the two idler pulleys and reinstall the deck following the instructions in Deck Installation on page 27.
ENGINE MANUAL A Kawasaki engine is used on this RZT tractor model. The following section is a reproduction of the Kawasaki engine manual that applies to the RZT50 and RZT54 engines. The RZT50 use the model FH661, and the RZT54 uses the model FH721V engine. Read this manual in its entirety. Observe all warnings and follow all applicable operation and maintenance instructions provided in the manual.
READ THIS FIRST For your safety,read this Owner's Manual and understandit thoroughly before operatingthis ENGINE. DO NOT run the engine in a closed area. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison. Gasoline Is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain condition. Stop engine and allow the engine to cool before refu_[ng. DO NOT smoke.
Engine Emission Compliance Period Califomia All Other States Engines Greater Than 225 c¢ Model Year - 2006 and later Durability period - 500 hours Engines Greater Than 225 c¢ Model Year - 200t and later Durability Period - 1 000 hours (Category A) * tf your engi.e has an assigned emissio.s durability period it will be located on the certification label attached to the engine (IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION).
FOREWORD We wishto thankyou for purchasingthisKawasakiengine. Pleaseread this Owner'sManualcarefullybeforestartingyour newengine sothatyouwillbethoroughly familiar withthe properoperationof yourengine'sconb'ot,itsfeatures, capabilitiesand limitations, Alsoreadthe manualof theequipmentto whichthisengineisattached. To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your engine, give it the proper care and maintenance described in this manual.
8 GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Location of Safety Related Labels &WARNIItG 9E SPARKS, AXE|CLO_AR_A, TD_DN _Dr n_FLEI. FR ll!l VOlU| ¢ A. Warning El. Engine Maintenance GENERAL INFORMATION9 Location of Parts VIE_ a F_04_04112 L Ek_tH_: Sta_er J. Voltage Regulator A+ Oil GaugetFtller B. OH FiKer C. OR Drain Plug_ O. Air CleanerJCarbumtor E. Gon_'ol Panel F. 81:_rk Plug _ap_lS?ark G. Air.Intake Screen H. Fan Ho_sing K. Fuel Pump L Fuel Tube M.
10 GENERAL INFORMATION Engine Serial Number Tune-up Specifications The engine serialnumber is youronly meansof ident_ing yourparticularenginefrom othersof the same modeltype. This engine serial number is needed by your dealerwhen orderingparts. ITEM Ignition Timing ....... SPeCifications Unadjustable Spark Plugs: Gap NGK BPR4ES 0.75 mm (0.030 in) Low Idle Speed ,,,,, ...... 1 550 rlmin (rpm) High Idle Speed 3 600 r!rain (rpm) tN 0.10 - 0.15 mm Valve Clearance (0,004 ~ 0.006 in) EX 0.10 - 0.
t2 FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS ETHANOL: (Ethyl or Grain Alcohol) You may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. MTBE: (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) You may usegasoline containingup to 15% MTBE by volume. METHANOL: (Methyl or Wood Alcohol) YOu may use gasolir_ containing up to 5% methanol by volume, as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhtbitorsto pmtecl the fuel system.
14 PREPARATION PREPARATION • Levelthe enginebeforefueling, • Removethe fuel tank cap. • Slowlypour fuel into the tank throughthe fuel strainer, • Closethe tank cap securely. Fuel Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain condit_nso Before refueling, turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Do not smoke. Make sure _e area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks, including any appliances with a pilot light.
16 STARTING STARTING Use fresh gasoline. OProtect the engine or the equipment from direct exposure toweather when not in operation. OBefore startingthe engine, disconnectall possible external loads. • Open the fuel valve (A) on the equipment. • Put the engine switch key into the engine switch. For Control Panel Switch Type, move the throttle lever on the equipment to its halfway position. Moving the lever away from its low speed end turns ignitionon.
18 STARTING CAUTION • Puttheswitchkey (A)intothe engineswitch. • Turn theswitchkey totheSTART posiUonon the equipment.Normallytheenginewillstartwithin3 seconds. DO not run the electdc starter continuously for more than 5 seconds, otherwise the battery may discharge quickly. If the engine does not start right away, wait 15 seconds and try again. CAUTION Whenever you start engine, make sure warning light is not illuminated after engine starts.
20 OPERATING Engine Inclination Thisenginewilloperateo_ntlnuousty at anglesup to 25=in any direction. Refer to the operatinginstructionsof the equip ment this engTnepowers. Becauseof equipment design or application,there may be morestringent restrictionsregardingthe angleof operation. CAUTION Do not operate this e.gine continuously at angles exceeding 2_' in any direction, Engine damage could result from insufficient lubrication.
22 ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT Twotypesofchokecontrolare usedfor FH601V, FH641V,FH661V,FH661V,FH680V,FH721VModel Engines. the lever (C); insert 6 mm dia. pin (o_ 6 mm bolt) throughtwo holes. = Turn the choke setting screw (I) so that the clearance between the screw endand the tongueof the lever (J) iszero. Remove the 6 mm dia. pinor boll • Make sure that the choke valve can move to full open positionand full close positionby turningthe lever.
24 ADJUSTMENT • Move the equipment choke contro| to "CHOKE" position. Make sum that the carburetor choke valve (M) is completely closed. • Make sure that the choke valve turns from fully dosed position to fully opened pos_on when actuating the equipment choke control. Separate choke type Throttle Cable Installation, Adjustment • Link the thmltle cable (G) to the speed control lever (C) and loosely clamp the throt!lecable outer housing (F) wr_ the cable clamp bolt (A).
26 ADJUSTMENT Engine :Speed Adjustment N01_ 0 Do not tamper with the govemorsetttng or the carburetor setting erthe carbu_tor settingto increase the engine speed. Every carburetor is adjusted at the factory and a cap or a Hop plate was _nstalied on each mixture #crew. 0 if adjustment is needed, it must be performed by your authorized Kawasaki Engine de_ler. MAINTENANCE 27 MAINTENANCE Periodic Maintenance Chart NOTE 0 The service intervals can be used as a guide.
1 28 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE INTERVAL First Daily 8 hr. 25 hr. 50 hr. lOOhr, 200 hr. 250 hr. 300 hr. 500 hr. Eve Eve ''EVe *Check or clean air inlet screen. L E,e E,e • ............................................... _Clean dust and dirt from cylinder Kand cylinderhead fins. • Tighten nuts and screws. ,_ Change engine oil. • e eCheck and clean oil cooler fins (FH721V model). • Clean and regap spark plugs. • Changeoil filter.
30 MAINTENANCE • Install the oil drain plug. • Remove the oil gauge and refillwith fresh oil (See FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS chapter), • Check the oil level (see PREPARATION chapter); Oil Change Change oil after f_rst8 hours of operation. There* after change oil eve_ 100 hours. • Run the engine to warm oil, Be sure the engine (equipment) is on level surface. • Stop the engine.
32 MAINTENANCE Air Cleaner Service Do not run the engine with the air cleaner CAUTION removed. 1 Foam Element Clean the foam element (A) even/25 hours. • Wash the element in detergent and water, and dry it thoroughly. Paper Element Clean the paper element (B) eve_ t00 hours, • Clean the element by tapping gently to remove dust. If very dirty,replace the element with a new one, • Replace with a new Dat0erelement vead_L.gr..2_ whichever comes first.
34 MAINTENANCE Cooling System Cleaning Before each operation, check that the air inlet (ro, tary) screen (A) is h'ee from grass and debris. Clean the screen if necessary. Ever/100 hours of operago_o2__n check and clean the cooling fins and the inside of engine shrouds to remove grass_chaff or dirt clogging the cooling system and causing overheating. When cleaning, remove the air inlet screen (A), the air cleaner cap (C) and the fan housing (B).
36 STORAGE • Remove the sparkplugsand pourapprox t ~ 2 mL (0.06 ~ 0.1 cu in.) of engine oi! throughthe spark plug holes then screwthe spark plugsin after turning the engine a few times, Slowlyturn the engine untilyou feel the compressionthen leave it there.
38TROOUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Nosparkor weakspark Engine overheats ProbableCause Remedy Faultysparkplugs Replace Spark plugs Faultyignitioncoils Engineswitchisin "OFF" position K Clogged air cleaner Turn engine switch to "STAR'P' position (See M) Clean Air inlet screen or cooling air path clogged with dirt Insufficient engine oil Replenish or change oil Carbon build-,upin combustion K chamber .......................................... poor.ventilation around engine ........
40 WIRING DIAGRAM WIRING DIAGRAM //_//_////J////////////////////////////////////////////////, Wirin_ Diagram Charging Coil) (With 12 V - 13 A For electrical safety, always remove cable from negative (-) side of battery before attempting any repair or maintenance. Battery Capacity Recommended Lawn Mower Battery Capacity 12 V 200 CCA Class [Snow Thrower t2 V 280 CCA Class NOTE 0 Portion surrounded procurement by hatching shows Kawasaki parts, A. Flywheel H.
KAWASAKI LIMITED WARRANTY CALIFORNIA AND FEDERAL EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES The California Air Resources Board, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) , and Kawasaki Motors Corp,, U.S.A, (hereinafter "Kawasaki") are pleased to explain the Emission Control Systems Warranty on your Kawasaki smalt off-road engine. In California and other states, new smaU off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the stringent anti-smog standards.
3. LIMITED LIABILITY. (a) The liabilityof Kawasaki under this Emission Control Systems Warranty is limited soleiy to the remedying of defects in materials or workmanship by any authorized Kawasaki small off-road engine dealer at its place of business during customary business hours. This warranty does not cover inconvenience or loss of use of the small off-road engine or transportation of the small off-road engine to or from the Kawasaki dealer.
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL YOUR W ARRANT'/RIGHTS WARRANTY STAT EMENT AND OBLIGATIONS The CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardand MTD ConsumerGroupInc. are pleasedto explainthe evaporativeemissioncontrolsystemwarrantyonyour 2007 lawn mower. In California,newlawn mowermustbe designed,builtand equippedto meetthe State'sstringent anti-smogstandards.MTD Consumer GroupInc.
CUB CADET MANUFACTURER'S RESIDENTIAL LIMITED ZERO-TURN important:To obtainwarrantycoverageowner must presentan originalproofof purchase andapplicablemaintenancerecordsto the servicingdealer. Please see the operator'smanualfor informationonrequired maintenance andserviceintervals.
MANUAL DE[ OPERADOR Sil=R|ll=RZT TRACTORES Ndmeros de modelo RZT 50(conplata|orrnadecortadoradec edde50") RZT 54 (con plalaforrnadecortadoradec,spedde54") IMPORTANTE: LEA CON ATENCION Y LAS INSTRUCCIONES LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD Advertencia: Esta unidad est& equipada con un motor de combusti6n intema y no debe utilizarse en o cerca de un terreno agreste cubierto de bosque, de arbustos o hierba, a menos que el sistema de escape del motor est6 equipado con un arnortiguador de chispas qua cumpla con las
CONTENIDO PREPARACION DEL TRACTOR ........................................................................................... MEDIDAS IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD ........................................................................ CALCOMAN|AS Y ET1QUETAS DE SEGURIDAD ................................................................ INDICADOR DE PENDIENTES .............................................................................................. tNDICAClONES PARA EL PROPIETARIO ..........................
POSICION DE LAS PALANCAS DE CONTROL DE LA TRANSMISION Las palancas de control de la transmisi6n del tractor se bajan para el embarque. Para hacerlo, se quitan la tuerca de seguridad con brida, el tornillo hexagonal y la arandela plana que habitualmente se usan para fijar cada patanca de control en el soporte de pivote. Estos elementos de ferreterfa luego se instalan en el orificio ranurado de carla palanca de control para el embarque.
,_ • AVERTENCIA El escape del motor de este producto, algunos de sus componentes y algunos componentes del vehiculo contienen o liberan sustancias quimicas que e! estado de California considera que pueden producir c&ncer, defectos de nacimiento u otros problemas reproductivos.
13. Corteelc_sped solamente con]uzdedi'aoconuna buena luz artificial. Corte de forma transversal alas arriba ni hacia abajo. 14. No opere esta m&quina bajo los efectos del alcohol o de drogas. 15. Vigile el tr_nsito vehicular cuando est_ operando cerca de o en cruces de caminos. 16. Tenga sumo cuidado al cargar o descargar la m&quina en un remolque o cami6n.
5. Nopermita nuncaqueniSosmenores de14afios operenestam_.quina. LosniSosde 14 aSoso mayores solamente debedanoperaria mdquina bajolaestrica supervisi6n delospadres y despu_s derecibirinstrucciones adecuadas. 6. Tengacuidado adicional al acercarse a esquinas 7. _lV. 1. 2: 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
CALCOMANfAS Y ETIQUETAS DE SEGURIDAD Mantenga limpios los grdficos (calcomanfas) de seguridad de los productos.Vuelva a colocar cualquier grdfico de seguddad que est_ daSado, destruido, que falte o que haya sido pintado o no se pueda leer. Podr& obtener grdficos de seguridad de reemplazo a trav_s de su distribuidor.
USE ESTA P,8,GINA COMO GUfA PARA DETERMINAR PODR|A NO TENER UNA OPERACION SEGURA. LAS INCLINACIONES DE LAS PENDIENTES n II|_ MIRE Y MANTENGA ESTE NtVEL CON UN _,RBOL VERTICAL LA ESQUINA | I,, .. EN LAS QUE "_ Z DE UN EDIFICIO 0 UNA CERCA I Co 15 ° ,_ ADVERTENCIA No corte en inclinaciones mayores de 15 grados (elevaci6n aproximada de 2 1/2 pies pot cada 10 pies). E] tractor corta c_sped podrfa voltearse y causar lesiones graves.
INDICACIONES PARA EL PROPIETARIO Este Manual del Operador es una parle importante de su nuevo tractor. La informaci6n contenida en este manual se ha preparado en detalle, para ayudarlo a comprender mejor las caracteHsticas, el funcionamiento correcto, los ajustes y el mantenimiento de su tractor. Et funcionamiento y ta confiabilidad de este tractor dependen en gran medida del modo en que el mismo se haga funcionar y mantenga.
SECCION 1" CONTROLES Y CARACTER|STICAS F \,\ \ Figura 5 A. Posicionamientode la altura de la plataforma J. Palanca de ajuste del asiento (no se ve) B. C. Manija de elevaci6n de la plataforma Palancas de control de transmisi6n K. Tap6n del dep6sito de combustible L. Medidor horarioiPanel indicador D. LADO DERECHO y LADO IZQUIERDO tnterruptor de encendido M. Control del regulador N. Control del cebador E. Interruptor de potencia de arranque F.
NOTA:A menos que se indique especificamente !o contrario, las referencias a IZQUIERDA, DERECHA, ADELANTE Y A TRAS indican esa posici6n relativa desde el asiento del operador en el tractor, mirando hacia adelante. E. Interruptor de la potencia de arranque (PTO) El interruptor de la potencia de arranque (PTO) est_ ubicado en la consola del lado derecho, a la derecha deJ asiento del operador.
posibles y/o p6ngase en contacto con el distribuidor Cub Cadet. de combustible en el dep6sito si el motor ADVERTENCIA: Nunca realice la recarga estd en funcionamiento. Si el motor estd caliente por haber funcionado hasta hace poco, d_je|o enfriar varios minutos antes de cargar combustible. La gasolina es muy inflamable y podrfa salpicar el motor y causar un incendio. L.
N. Control del cebador La perilla del cebadorcontrola la posici6n del cebador del motor.Tirede la periflahacia afuerapara cebar el motor; tire de la perilfahaciaadentropara abrirel cebador. P. MODELO RZT 54 UNICAMENTE - Dep6sito de expansi6n del aceite de transmisi6n El dep6sitode expansi6ndel aceitede transmisi6nestd conectado por mangueras a los conjuntos de transmisi6nde lado derechoy de ladoizquierdo,y est,, ubicadodebajo de la caja de[ asiento.
• Se certifica que este motor funciona t_nicamente con gasolina sin plomo nueva y Iimpia. Para obtener el mejor resultado, tlene el dep6sito de combustib]e _nicamente con gasolina sin plomo limpia y fresca, en un surtidor que indique un octanaje ]gual a 87 o m&s. • Se recomienda el use de gasolina sin promo porque deja menos dep6sitos en {a c_mara de combusti6n y reduce las emisiones de escape perjud]ciales.
se enfrie el motor de arranque del motor. Int_ntelo de nuevo despu_s de esperar. Si despu6s de unos cuantos intentos el motor no arranca, no siga intentando ya que con el cebador cerrado se ahogar& el motor y el arranque ser_. m&s diffcil atin. • ° • • • • ° • DEL MOTOR EN CLIMA FR|O Siga las instrucciones prevlas pare ARRANCAR MOTOR. USO DE CABLES EL MOTOR Coloque el interruptor de ta potencia de arranque (PTO) en posici6n "OFF" (apagado).
• ° • Ajuste el asiento del operador a la posici6n m&s c6moda que le permita operar los controles. Consulte la forma de hacerlo en la secci6n AJUSTES. Suelte el freno de mano. CONDUCCION HACIA ADELANTE Mds r&pido Coloque las palancas de control de transmisibn del lado derecho y del lado izquierdo hacia adentro, en posici6n neutral. Consulte Ia Figura 11.
- Para girar a ta derecha, mueva la palanca de control de! ]ado derecho hacia atr_s respecto de la palanca izquierda+ Vea Figura 14. IMPORTANTE: Siempre tome y mantenga las palancas de control con firmeza. No suelte las palancas para que el tractor se desplace con mayor lentitud ni para volver a posici6n neutral.
Giro de radio cero Presione el interruptor de la potencia de arranque (PTO) hacia abajo a ]a posici6n desenganchada, ADVERTENCIA: Para realizar un giro de radio cero, el tractor SE DEBE DETENER. La realizaci6n de un giro de radio cero con el tractor en movimiento puede reducir significativamente el grado de control que se tenga sobre el mismo, y dar_ lugar a un grave deterioro del cdsped.
USO DE LA PLATAFORMA DE LA CORTADORA _i IMPORTANTE: Siempre que detenga el tractor por cualquier razOn en un Area de c#sped, haga Io siguiente: • Coloque la palanca de cambios en neutral, ° Coloque el freno de estacionamiento, ° Apague el motor y retire la Ilave. Eso permitir_ reducir al minimo la posibilidad de que su c_sped resulte "quemade" por el escape caliente del motor en funcionamiento.
SECCI( N AJUSTE 3: AJUSTES DEL ASIENTO DEL OPERADOR • Para ajustar la posiciSn del asiento, mueva y sostenga la palanca de ajuste del asiento hacia la izquierda. Deslice el asiento hacia adelante o hacia atr&s a fa posici6n deseada; luego suelte la palanca de ajuste. Asegt]rese que el asiento est_ fijo en su posiciSn antes de operar el tractor. Vea Figura 20.
SECCION 4: MANTENIMIENTO MANTENIMIENTO DEL MOTOR En la copia del manual del motor que se encuentra final de este manual se pueden encontrar procedimientos y programas para el mantenimiento motor. Siga esos programas para realizar mantenimiento del motor. Modelo RZT 54 0NICAMENTE El modelo RZT54 estd equipado con un dep6sito de expansi6n del aceite de transmisi6n. En condiciones operativas normales, no es necesario controlar el nivel de aceite del dep6sito de expansi6n y no hace falta aceite adicional.
• • • CARGA DE LA BATERIA Mantenga todas las fuentes de combustiSn (cigarrillos, cerillas, encendedores) alejadas de la bateria. El gas generado durante ra carga puede ser combustible. Como precauci6n adicional, cargue la bateria _nicamente en un &rea bien ventilada. Siempre proteja sus ojos y su piel y vestimenta cuando trabaje cerca de batedas. Si et tractor ha estado guardado durante un tFempo, pruebe ta batefia y, si es necesario, recdrguela.
Siserepiteelproblema delosfusibles quemados, haga queel sistema el_ctdco deltractorsearevisado porel distribuidor CubCadet. • Relds e interruptores Hay varios interruptores de seguridad en el sisterna eldctrico. Si una funci6n del sisterna de bloqueo de seguridad descripto antes no funciona adecuadarnente, haga que el distribuidor Cub Cadet revise el sistema el_ctflco.
alinearla con el orificiodel CORREA brazo de control de transmisi6n. Vuelva a insertar la ferula en el orificio del brazo de control y ffjela con el pasador de chaveta interno. Si es necesario, repita los dos pasos previos para ajustar la otra varilla de control de transmisi6n. • Baje el tractor y quite el gato. HUELLAS DEL TRACTOR A ALTA VELOCIDAD DE TRANSMISION Si la correa de transmisi6n se desgasta y hace que las transmisiones se deslicen es necesario reemplazarla.
GUARDA DEL TRACTOR Si el tractor no a va a funcionar por un perfodo prolongado (desde treinta dfas hasta aproximadamente seis meses), se Io debe preparar para la guarda. Estacione el tractor en un lugar seco y protegido. Si Io guarda afuera, c_bralo (incFuidos los neum&ticos) para protegerlo de los fen6menos climdticos. Cada vez que se prepara e_ tractor para dejado fuera de uso se deben realizar los procedimientos descriptos m_.s abajo. 1.
SECCION 5: PLATAFORMA DE LA CORTADORA Esta secciOn contiene informaciOn sobre el retire, la instalaci6n, el ajuste y el mantenimiento de la plaforma de la cortadora de cdsped. Parte de la informaci6n siguiente corresponde enicamente a la plataforma del modelo RZT50, y parte _nicamente al modelo RZT54. La informaciOn que se aplica _nicamente a un modelo de plataforma especffico va precedida por una linea de tftulo en negrita que identiflca a qud plataforma corresponde la misma.
8. Con cuidadopara evitar que ta varilla de suspensi6n delantera caigahaciaatr_.s dentrode lasranuras delsoporte delaplataforma, deslice con cuidadota plataforma de corte(desdeel lado derecho) haciaafuera desdeabajodeltractor. INSTALACION mayor recorrido horizontal de la correa entre las poleas !ocas de la plataforma y la polea de la potencia de arranque en la parte inferior del motor. • fnstale ta correa en la polea de ta potencia de arranque (PTO) en la base del motor.
NIVELACION DE LA PLATAFORMA DE LA CORTADORA DE CESPED NivelaciOn adelante atr_s. La parle frontal de la plataforma debe estar aproximadamente ¼ de putgada ma,s abajo que la parle posterior. De set necesario, reatice un ajuste de la siguiente manera: ° Con la plataforma levantada del suelo, rote las cuchillas para que queden paralelas al marco del tractor. .
en el valor de altura deseado. Los rodillos traseros de la pFataforma se pueden fijar er_ posici6n baja o alta. Usando la manija de elevaci6n, fije la plataforma en el valor de altura deseado, luego controle la distancia entre la rueda de calibraci6n yet piso. Si es necesario ajuste las ruedas calibradoras delanteras de la siguiente forma: • Controle visualmente la distancia entre las ruedas calibradoras delanteras y el suelo.
MANTENIMIENTO DE LA PLATAFORMA Uso deesistema de lavado de la plataforma _ • _ lavado de la plataforma, nunca enganche la ADVERTENCIA: Cuando use el sistema de plataforma desde otra posici6n que no sea la dee asiento del operador del tractor. No use un asistente ni enganche la piataforma en presencia de ningr, in observador. Las cuchillas de corte deben estar siempre afiladas.
REEMPLAZO DE LA CORREA DE TRANSMISION DE LA PLATAFORMA o Instale la nueva correa alrededor de las poleas del husillo tal como se muestra en Figura 39 y reinstale las cubiertas de la correa. Retire la plataforma desde abajo del tractor (consulte Retiro de la plataformaen la p_.gina 26). Retire los tornillos autoroscantes hexagonales que fijan las cubiertas de la correa a la piataforma y retire la correa de las poleas del husillo. Consulte la Figura 39.
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GARANT|A LIMITADA DE KAWASAKI SISTEMAS DE CONTROL DE EMISIONES DE CALIFORNIA Y FEDERAL MOTORES PEQUENOS PARA EQUIPO TODO TERRENO Ef Departamento de los Recursos de Aire de California, la Agencia de Protecci6n Ambiental de los Estados Unidos y Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (en adefante, "Kawasaki") se complacen en explicar la garantfa de tos sistemas de control de emisiones de su motor pequeSo para equipo todo terreno Kawasaki.
3. RESPONSABILIDAD LIMITADA. (a)La responsabitidad de Kawasaki segt]n esta Garantia de los Sistemas de Control de las Emisiones se limita exclusivamente a la soluci6n de defectos de materiales o mano de obra pot parte de cualquier distribuidor de motores pequefios para equipo todo terreno Kawasaki autorizado, en su lugar de operacibn, durante e] horario habitual de actividades.
DECLARACION DE GARANT|A DE CONTROL DE EMISIONES DE CALIFORNIA DERECHOS Y OBLIGAClONES DE SU GARANT|A El Consoledo RecursosAGreesde California y MTD ConsumerGroupinc. se compiacenen explicar la garnntiadot sistema de control de emisiones per evaporaciGnde su cortadorade c_sped2007. En California, las nuevasm_quinas pare cortar c_spedso deben disefiar, construiry equipar de mode de cumplir conias rigurosasnorrnascentre la poluciGndel estado.MTD ConsumerGroupInc.
GARANTfA CORTADORAS DE CF-SPED CUB CADET LLC LIMITADA DEL FABRICANTE RESIDENClALES IMPORTANTE:Pareobtenercoberlurade garanffa,el propietario debepresenterunaevidenciaoriginalde lacompray los registros de mantenlmientocorrespondientes al centrode serviciot_cnico autorizadodel distfibuidor.Consulteel manualde] operadorpara obtener informaci6n sobre los intervalosde mantenimientoy serviciorequeddos.