Cub Cadet Z-Force S Manual Do Utilizador

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RECEIVE INSTRUCTION — Entirely read this operator’s 

manual. Learn to operate this machine SAFELY. Do not risk 

INJURY or DEATH. Allow only those who have become 

competent in its usage to operate this tractor.

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Before starting the engine or beginning operation, be 

familiar with the controls. The operator should be in the 

operator’s seat. The PTO switch must be in the disengaged 

position and the parking brake engaged.

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Keep all shields in place. Keep away from moving parts.

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NO RIDERS! Keep all people and pets a safe distance away. 

Look behind and down to both sides of the tractor before 

and while backing up.

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DO NOT direct the mower discharge at people.

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Avoid slopes where possible. Never operate on slopes 

greater than 15°. Slopes with a greater incline present 

dangerous operating conditions. Tractors can be rolled 

over.

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Before leaving the operator’s seat: Shut off the PTO and 

engage the parking brake, shut off the engine and remove 

the ignition key. Wait for all movement to stop before 

servicing or cleaning.

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Avoid any sudden movements of the steering wheel when 

starting and stopping. Keep a firm grip on the steering 

wheel.

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Be careful when operating near roadways. Stop the tractor 

motion and wait for vehicles to pass before operating 

along the road.

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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.

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Avoid operation on traction surfaces that are unstable; use 

extreme caution if the surface is slippery.

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Slow down before turning and come to a complete stop 

before any zero turn maneuver.

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Do not stop the tractor or park the tractor over 

combustible materials such as dry grass, leaves, debris, etc.

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Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is running or 

while the engine is hot. Allow the engine several minutes 

to cool before refueling. Tighten the fuel cap securely.

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Before you operate the tractor, study this manual carefully 

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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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. 

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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.
NOTE: Purchase gasoline in small quantities. Do not use 

gasoline left over from the previous season, to minimize 

gum deposits in the fuel system.

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Gasohol (up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90% unleaded gasoline 

by volume) is an approved fuel. Other gasoline/alcohol 

blends are not approved.

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Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and unleaded gasoline 

blends (up to a maximum of 15% MTBE by volume) are 

approved fuels. Other gasoline/ether blends are not 

approved.

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Check the engine oil level.

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Clean the air cleaner element if necessary.

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Check the tire inflation pressures.

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Adjust the seat for operator’s maximum comfort, visibility 

and for maintaining complete control of the tractor.

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.
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The safety interlock system prevents the engine from 

cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, 

and the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is in the disengaged 

(OFF) position.

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The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves 

the seat before engaging the parking brake.

Do not operate the tractor if the 

interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was 

designed for your safety and protection.