Cub Cadet RZT54 User Manual

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WARNING! : Do not tow the tractor, even with

the bypass rod engaged. Serious transmission

damage will result from doing so.

From just in front of the two rear tires, locate the

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transmission bypass rods. Refer to Figure 6-4.
Pull one rod toward the front of the tractor until the

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flange on the rod is forward of the keyhole slot in the

frame assembly.
Lower the bypass rod into the keyhole slot and release

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so the rod flange is against the front of the frame

bracket.

Figure 6-4

Repeat the above procedure to engage the other

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bypass rod on the other side of the tractor.
After moving the tractor, disengage both bypass rods.

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Lift the rod and guide the flange of the rod back

through the larger circular opening of the keyhole,

then release the rod.

IMPORTANT: The tractor will not drive with the bypass rods

in the engage position.

Battery Storage

When storing the tractor for extended periods,

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disconnect the negative battery cable. It is not

necessary to remove the battery.
All batteries discharge during storage. Keep the

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exterior of the battery clean, especially the top. A dirty

battery will discharge more rapidly.
The battery must be stored with a full charge. A

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discharged battery can freeze sooner than a charged

battery. A fully charged battery will store longer in cold

temperatures than hot.
Recharge the battery before returning to service.

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Although the tractor may start, the engine charging

system may not fully recharge the battery.

Tractor Storage

If your tractor is not going to be operated for an extended

period of time (thirty days to approximately six months),

the tractor should be prepared for storage. Store the

tractor in a dry and protected location. If stored outside,

cover the tractor (including the tires) to protect it from

the elements. The procedures outlined below should be

performed whenever the tractor is placed in storage.

Change the engine oil and filter following the

instructions provided in the engine manual packed

with this manual.

WARNING!: Never store the tractor with fuel

in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated

enclosures, where fuel fumes may reach an

open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace,

water heater, clothes dryer, etc.

If storing the tractor for 30 days or more:

To prevent gum deposits from forming inside the

engine’s carburetor and causing possible malfunction

of the engine, the fuel system must be either

completely emptied, or the gasoline must be treated

with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration.

WARNING!: Fuel left in the fuel tank

deteriorates and will cause serious starting

problems.

Using a fuel stabilizer:

Read the product manufacturer’s instructions and

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recommendations.
Add to clean, fresh gasoline the correct amount of

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stabilizer for the capacity (approximately 3 gallons) of

the fuel system.
Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the

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engine for 2-3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the

carburetor.

Emptying the fuel system:

Prior to putting the tractor in storage, monitor fuel

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consumption with the goal of running the fuel tank

empty.
Run the engine until it begins to stall. Use the choke to

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keep the engine running until all fuel in the carburetor

has been exhausted.
Referring to the engine manual, drain the fuel from the

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carburetor bowl.
Clean the engine and the entire tractor thoroughly.

Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative

cable at the battery to prevent possible discharge.

Recharge the battery periodically when in storage.

NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged

periods of sub-freezing temperatures. Store in a cool, dry

location where temperatures are above freezing.

RH Transmission

Bypass Rod

Keystone

Slot

Pull out

Bypass Rod

in Slot

Then Lower

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