Cub-cadet 23HP Z-Force 50 User Manual Page 1

Hydrostatic Zero-TurnResidential Riding MowerTurf EquipmentOPERATOR’S AND SERVICE MANUALMODEL20HP Z-Force 4423HP Z-Force 50Model Shown is a 23HP Z-For

10OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSFigure. 1 Figure. 2Ignition SwitchElectric BladeClutch SwitchHour MeterEngine throttleChoke parking brakeA. General1. When Mow

112. Safety Awareness when Mowinga. Do not operate on steep slopes, those above 15 degrees (27% slope).b. Avoid turning downhill if possible, use extr

124.Electric Blade Clutch Switch: (See Figure 1.) Located on the right side of the mower beside the ignition switch. This is an “on/off” push-pull swi

13C. Initial Adjustments1. Check the fluid levels and tires:Note: These checks should be made daily, before starting the engine.a. Fuel: Using a good

145. Lubricate all fittings listed in the mainte-nance section.D. Zero Turn Break-In And Operating ProceduresDANGER:Reread the “When Mowing” Safety Pr

15toward the opposite from the side that was advanced — I.E. to turn clockwise (to the Right), move the LEFT lap bar for-ward more than the right side

16e. Push the throttle control to the full forward position.f. Insert the key in the ignition and start switch and turn the switch to “On”.g. Gasoline

17e.Figure. 6Trailing Linkhair pinhair pinsThread hose coupler (packaged with this manual) onto the end of your garden hose. See Figure 7.f. Attach th

18g. To replace the blade reverse the above process and tighten nut to 100-120 lb ft.Note: Add a small amount of multi-purpose grease to the bolt thre

19D.Electrical CircuitDanger:Read General Safety Precautions Nos. 9 and 10.1.Battery: The battery is located beneath the operator’s seat. If so equipp

2TABLE OF CONTENTSForeword. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20should rotate. If the blades do not turn, the blade clutch switch must be replaced, the seat switch must be replaced or the elec-tric PTO clutch mus

21the wheel. Mount a wheel and tire, replace the lug nuts, and using a torque wrench, tighten them to 60 ± 10 ft-lbs.If the leaking tire is on a front

22neutral position. If the mower begins to creep, contact your service representative.H. Storage1.General: If your mower will not be in service for a

23MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEA. Daily Checks1. Before starting engine:a. Check the fuel level by viewing in the tank.b. Check the engine oil level.**c. Check

24.OIL CHARTApply a few drops of SAE engine oil, grease, or use a spray lubricant. Apply the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. S

25Performance AdjustmentsA. High Speed Tracking AdjustmentIf mower tracks to one side with both lap bars in fully forward position:1. Check air pressu

26C. Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings1. Matching the set heights of the ball rollers on the four corners of the mower deck to the desired cut he

27the key from the ignition switch, disconnect the spark plug wires and using the lift pedal, posi-tion the mowing deck into the 3" height of cut

28WIRING DIAGRAMGD: 02002990

29SLOPE GAUGEDo 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 ove

3FORWARDThe Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower provides superb maneuverability and mid-mount cut-ting. The machine incorporates many safety features

30MAINTENANCE RECORDDATE WORK PERFORMED DATE WORK PERFORMED

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Cub Cadet LLC - P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019; Phone 1-877-282-8684MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CUB CADET Z-FORCE ZERO-TURN RIDIN

4WARNING• The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to c

5should 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 uni

66. Use extra care when approaching blind cor-ners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child or other hazard.7. Remove t

7cases should not be punctured. Lead is poisonous and is contained within the positive and negative ter-minals as well as within the battery’s interna

BeltRoutingPart Number: 777S32598Part Number: 777S30145Part Number: 777I22444 (for 50” Deck)Part Number: 777I22215 (for 60” Deck)K EEP HA ND S and FE

9SPECIFICATIONSEngine: 20HP Kohler Courage Pro (44”) & 23HP Kohler Courage Pro (50”)Type: Vertical air cooled V-TwinAir Cleaner: Paper elementLub