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How to Troubleshoot a Cub Cadet RZT 50
How to Troubleshoot a Cub Cadet RZT 50. The Cub Cadet Company is based in Cleveland, Ohio, and has been making premium outdoor lawn and garden equipment for more than 50 years. They are dedicated to meeting the needs of the rural and suburban homeowner by providing innovative equipment designed to enhance their lifestyle. They were the first...
The Cub Cadet Company is based in Cleveland, Ohio, and has been making premium outdoor lawn and garden equipment for more than 50 years. They are dedicated to meeting the needs of the rural and suburban homeowner by providing innovative equipment designed to enhance their lifestyle. They were the first company to introduce the zero-turn lawn tractor. The RZT 50 model has been carefully engineered to provide years of excellent performance when properly operated and maintained.
Things You'll Need
Clean cloths
Gasoline
Tire pressure gauge
Air cleaner paper part replacement
Fuel line cleaner
Engine Troubleshooting
Move the PTO/Blade knob to the "OFF" position and engage the parking brake if you are having problems getting the engine to start. Move the drive-control levers to their neutral position. Be certain the spark plug is wired and connected and that the gap is clean. Check to make sure there is adequate gas in the fuel tank. Pull the choke to the full choke position and crank the engine with the throttle in the "FAST" position.
Push the choke control to the "OFF" position, if the engine is running erratically. Make certain the spark plug wire is fully connected. Clean the fuel line, replace the fuel filter and pour in fresh gasoline. Make sure the vent in the gas cap is clear. Replace the air cleaner paper element.
Make sure you are using the proper amount and weight of oil, if your engine is overheating. Keep grass clippings and debris away from the engine's cooling fins and blower.
Keep the spark plug gap set at the proper distance to prevent engine hesitation or to keep the engine from idling too rough. Replace the air cleaner element when it gets dirty.
Mowing Problems
Level the mowing deck by performing a side-to-side deck adjustment. If the cut is still uneven, sharpen or replace the blade and check to make certain the tire pressure is the same in all four tires.
Place the throttle in the "FAST" position, if the mower is not mulching the grass. Make certain the grass is dry. (For mowers equipped with the mulching kit only.)
Mow the grass once with the mowing height set to its highest position, for extremely high grass. Then mow again at the desired height.
