Cub Cadet RZT 50 manual Tractor Storage, If storing the tractor for 30 days or more

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TRACTOR STORAGE

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 stor- age. Store the tractor in a dry and protected location. If stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires) to protect it from the elements. The procedures out- lined below should be performed whenever the tractor is placed in storage.

1.Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in the engine manual packed with this manual.

WARNING: Never store the tractor with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ven- tilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.

WARNING: Fuel left in the fuel tank dete- riorates and will cause serious starting problems.

2.If storing the tractor for 30 days or more:

To prevent gum deposits from forming inside the engine’s carburetor and causing possible malfunc- tion of the engine, the fuel system must be either completely emptied, or the gasoline must be treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration.

Using a fuel stabilizer:

•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.

Emptying the fuel system:

•Prior to putting the tractor in storage, monitor fuel consumption with the goal of running the fuel tank empty.

•Run the engine until it begins to stall. Use the choke to keep the engine running until all fuel in the carburetor has been exhausted.

•Referring to the engine manual, drain the fuel from the carburetor bowl.

3.Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly.

4.Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the neg- ative 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.

5. Lubricate all lubrication points.

NOTE: We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your tractor. 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.

REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE

•Check the engine oil.

•Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure.

•If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

•Add clean, fresh fuel.

•Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to ensure engine is operating properly.

•Drive the tractor without a load to make certain all the tractor systems are functioning properly.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions CarefullyTractor Preparation Table of ContentsPosition Drive Control Levers Connect the BatteryLower the Deck Discharge Chute General Operation Safe Operation PracticesDo not II. Slope OperationIII. Children IV. Service Indicator Safety Decals and LabelsDeck Height Indicator Park Brake Mower Deck Safety Graphic Information GraphicSlope Gauge To the Owner Calling Service InformationRecording Model and Serial Number Information Controls and Features Power Take-Off PTO Switch Ignition SwitchSeat Adjustment Lever Not Seen Deck Height IndexHour Meter Features Hour Meter/Indicator PanelIndicator Panel Features Throttle ControlOperation General SafetyChoke Control Parking Brake Engagement LeverStarting the Engine Safety Interlock SystemCold Weather Starting Using Jumper Cables to Start EngineStopping the Engine Practice Operation Initial USETurning the Tractor While Driving Forward Driving the Tractor ForwardTurning While Driving Rearward Driving the Tractor In ReverseStopping the Tractor Executing a Zero TurnDriving on Slopes Operating the PTOChecking the Safety Interlock Circuits Using the Mower DeckAdjusting the Operators Seat AdjustmentsAdjusting RH & LH Drive Control Levers Engine Maintenance MaintenanceHydrostatic Transmission Maintenance General Battery InformationBattery Maintenance Charging the BatteryBattery Storage Servicing Electrical SystemUsing the Transmission Bypass Rods Tire MaintenanceTractor Creeping Transmission Drive Belt Tractor High Speed TrackingTractor Storage Using a fuel stabilizerIf storing the tractor for 30 days or more Emptying the fuel systemDeck Removal Mower DeckReleasing belt tension with the idler pulley Rolling the belt off the PTO pulleyUsing the idler pulley to tension the belt Deck InstallationRolling the belt into the PTO pulley Side to Side Leveling Leveling the Mower DeckFront to Back Leveling Deck Maintenance Adjusting the Gauge WheelsUsing the Deck Wash System Cleaning the Spindle PulleysDeck Lubrication Mower Blade CareReplacing the Deck Drive Belt Page U.S.A Canada

RZT 50 specifications

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