Assembly & Set-Up

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Contents of Crate

 

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One RZT L Tractor

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One Oil Drain Tube

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One Deck Wash Hose Coupler

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One Tractor Operator’s Manual

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One Engine Operator’s Manual

 

 

NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may differ from yours.

Tractor PreparationManually Moving the Tractor

1.Engage the transmission bypass rods, one on each side of the tractor, to move the tractor manually without starting it. The transmission bypass rods are located on the rear of the tractor, just inside each rear wheel. Engage the bypass rods by pulling each one out (a) and to the right (b) to lock it into place. See Figure 3-1.

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 to the tractor. Remove any packing material.

NOTE: Be careful not to cut the wiring harness connecting the seat and the seat switch.

2.Remove the two shoulder screws and flange lock nuts in the seat pan as shown in Figure 3-2.

Shoulder Screws

Seat

Pan

 

Clamp Knob

Wire

Harness

Flange Lock Nuts

Figure 3-2

3.Rotate the seat into position and secure the seat into place with the previously removed shoulder screws and flange lock nuts. Be careful not to crimp or damage the wire harness while installing the seat. See Figure 3-2.

NOTE: Be sure to push the excess wire from the wire harness into the seat box hole before continuing.

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