Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Mowers offer you efficiency, maximum comfort, and ultimate durability. Whether you operate an RZT or Z-force mower, knowing proper operation tips ensures the longevity of your machine.
Your zero-turn mower has front wheels that pivot easily so you have ultimate maneuverability in tight spots. Choose from steering wheel or lap bar operation for easiest operation. You can think of your lap bar steering like handles on a bicycle. When you want to turn left, move your left hand towards you; if right, move your right hand towards you.
Zero-turn mowers are faster than the standard riding lawn mower, so don't be afraid when your zero-turn has more power than what you're used to.
Safety is most important when operating your Cub Cadet zero-turn mower, and we're here to help you understand how to use your mower in its most efficient capacity.
Cub Cadet Zero-Turn Mower Operation Guide
- Familiarize yourself with the owner's manual. Search for your Zero-Turn mower diagram here. Locate all the controls so you know how to stop and disengage your machine when necessary.
- When mowing, make sure that all bystanders – this includes pets! – are at least 75 feet away from the machine. This prevents injury from any items thrown from the machine. If someone enters your mowing zone, stop the mower.
- Do an inspection of your yard before mowing. Pick up all sticks, stones, wires, toys, and any other objects that could be picked up by your blades.
- Avoid discharging towards sidewalks, roads, bystanders, and other obstructions. Debris that ricochets can cause serious damage. Instead, try to construct your mowing plan so the discharge goes back towards the yard.
- Always use your discharge cover.
- When riding over gravel, stop the blades. Also stop the blades when riding over walkways, roads, and when not cutting grass to avoid unnecessary injury from foreign objects.
- Never place your feet or hands near the rotating parts of your mower. When the machine is on and blades are in motion, don't approach the cutting deck.
- If you have unusually dry, tall grass, don't attempt to cut it. Also avoid piles of dry leaves. These dry areas can come into contact with the engine exhaust, or build up on the mower deck and create a possible fire hazard.
- If necessary, turn slowly uphill and use extra caution. Try to avoid turning on slopes.
- Don't mow wet grass.
- Unlike a bicycle, don't try to stabilize your zero-turn mower by placing your foot on the ground.
Need blades, belts, or other parts for your Cub Cadet zero-turn mower? Use our Parts Lookup tool, or contact a trained Cub Cadet specialist.
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