Cub Cadet Z-FORCE Z-FORCE 48 User manual

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®
Zero-Turn Riders deliver more power and performance, so you can get your work done faster
and easier. The zero turning radius means you’ll spend less time cutting and more time doing the things you
like to do. In addition to saving you time, it offers a very comfortable ride with features like front caster wheels,
pivoting front axle and high-back seat with gel suspension.
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HEAVY-DUTY
ZERO-TURN RIDERS
Z-FORCE®48
Z-FORCE®54
48" AND 54"
TRIPLE-BLADE
FABRICATED DECKS
WEIGHT 722 LBS. TO
740 LBS.
DUAL HYDRO-GEAR™
ZT-2800™ TRANSMISSION
4.25-GALLON FUEL TANK
ANTI-SCALPING WHEELS
ADJUSTABLE SEAT WITH
GEL SUSPENSION
PIVOTING FRONT AXLE
FULLY WELDED STEEL
FRAME
ARM RESTS ON
ALL MODELS
SMARTJET™DECK WASH
3-YEAR/180-HR LIMITED
WARRANTY†
FEATURES
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EASIER TO OPERATE
STRONGER ENGINES
SMOOTHER CUT
Foot-pedal deck height adjustment makes it easier to select and
set preferred mowing height without stopping or leaving your seat.
Professional-grade Kohler®Courage®V-Twin engine features
hardened crankshaft bearings and large capacity filters.
Pivoting front axle and floating deck follow the contours of the
ground for superior cutting, providing a smoother, more manicured
look to the lawn.
†See specifications for warranty information.
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ENGINE Z-FORCE®48 Z-FORCE®54
Engine type 22 HP* Kohler®Courage®V-Twin* OHV 24 HP* Kohler®Courage®PRO V-Twin OHV
Engine displacement 725cc
Engine orientation Vertical
Engine fuel Gas
Ignition Transistor controlled
Lubrication/filter Full pressure w/spin-on oil filter
Cooling system Air
Air cleaner Replaceable/dual element
Alternator/battery 12V-15 amp. regulated/275 cca
Wiring Automotive-style
Fuel capacity/pod Single 4.25-gallon tank/single storage pod
DRIVE SYSTEM
Transmission Dual Hydro-Gear™ ZT-2800™ w/oil reservoir and filter
Ground speed Fwd: 8 mph, rev: 3.5 mph
Hydraulic fluid Rotella®Triple Plus 15W40
Hydraulic fluid capacity 5.0 qt. (2.25 qt. per side including filter) including expansion tank
Hydraulic oil filter Standard
Return to neutral Standard
Braking/parking brake Mechanical
lever
STEERING
Controls 3-way adjustable lap bars
Lap bar dampers Standard
Caster wheel pivot bearings Composite bushing
Front axle Pivoting, steel
CHASSIS
Frame Fully welded steel 1.5" x 2.0" tubular section
TIRES
Front tire size 13" x 5"
— 6" (rib)
Rear tire size 20" x 8"
— 10" (turf) 20" x 10" — 10" (turf)
DIMENSIONS
Length 70"
Wheelbase 43"
Weight (approx.) 722 lbs. 740 lbs.
MOWER & DECK DESIGN
Safety Operator presence
Deck size 48" 54"
Deck blades Triple
Deck construction 11-gauge fabricated deck, w/7-gauge reinforced top plate
Deck style/system Floating
Deck drive Belt driven, Kevlar®
Deck wash Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system
Deck lift Foot-pedal, spring assisted
Deck height adjustment 1.0"
— 4.0" (in. 25" increments)
Blade spindle construction Cast aluminum with tapered roller bearings
Greasable spindle bearings Standard
Blade length 17" 19"
Blade brake clutch Ogura GT-1
Front anti-scalping roller Adjustable nose roller and 2 greasable anti-scalp wheels
Rear anti-scalping rollers/striper 4 striping
Deck PTO Electronic fingertip engagement
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Monitor/hour meter Standard
Seat type/arm rest High-back w/arm rests and gel suspension
Cup holder Standard—
in storage pool
Rear hitch Optional
Front platform design Extruded steel
WARRANTY†
3-year/180-hr limited warranty
* as rated by engine manufacturer †See your local Cub Cadet Independent Dealer for warranty information.
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machine, read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine. Specifications and programs are subject to change without notice. Images may not reflect dealer inventory and/or unit specifications.
773-04153 Printed in U.S.A. 12/10 © 2011 Cub Cadet
HEAVY-DUTY ZERO-TURN RIDERS
Z-FORCE®