Cub Cadet Z-Force S 48 Lawn Mower User Manual


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Operation
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General Safety
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competent in its usage to operate this tractor.
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familiar with the controls. The operator should be in the
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position and the parking brake engaged.
Keep all shields in place. Keep away from moving parts.
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Look behind and down to both sides of the tractor before
and while backing up.
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Avoid slopes where possible. Never operate on slopes 
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dangerous operating conditions. Tractors can be rolled
over.
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engage the parking brake, shut off the engine and remove
the ignition key. Wait for all movement to stop before
servicing or cleaning.
Avoid any sudden movements of the steering wheel when 
starting and stopping. Keep a firm grip on the steering
wheel.
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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.
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before any zero turn maneuver.
Do not stop the tractor or park the tractor over 
combustible materials such as dry grass, leaves, debris, etc.
Before Operating Your Tractor
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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.
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Check the engine oil level.
Clean the air cleaner element if necessary.
Check the tire inflation pressures.
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and for maintaining complete control of the tractor.
Safety Interlock Switches
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the
protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever
malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact your Cub Cadet
dealer.
The safety interlock system prevents the engine from 
cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged,
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The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves 
the seat before engaging the parking brake.
WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
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