Series 1000 Brochure
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... lawn tractor in U.S.A. 12/12 © 2013 Cub Cadet Lawn and garden tractors SERIES 1000 LTX 1040 LTX 1042 KW LTX 1045 LTX 1046 LTX 1046 KW LTX 1050 LTX 1050 KW LGT 1050 LGT 1054 LGTX 1050 LGTX 1054 GTX 1054 Designed for a perfect cut every time. Starting with optimal airflow, blade overlap and floating deck for lawn and yard care up to...
... lawn tractor in U.S.A. 12/12 © 2013 Cub Cadet Lawn and garden tractors SERIES 1000 LTX 1040 LTX 1042 KW LTX 1045 LTX 1046 LTX 1046 KW LTX 1050 LTX 1050 KW LGT 1050 LGT 1054 LGTX 1050 LGTX 1054 GTX 1054 Designed for a perfect cut every time. Starting with optimal airflow, blade overlap and floating deck for lawn and yard care up to...
Series 1000 Brochure
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... Transmission Oil Capacity Wheelbase Overall Length Estimated Weight w/Deck MOWer DECK Cutting Width/Blades Deck Cutting Height deck Construction Deck Drive System Anti-scalping Mulch Kit Deck Spindles Deck Pulleys Deck Attach/Removal Deck Wash WARRANTY† LTX 1040 LTX 1042 KW LTX 1045 19 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® single-cylinder OHV 18 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV 20...
... Transmission Oil Capacity Wheelbase Overall Length Estimated Weight w/Deck MOWer DECK Cutting Width/Blades Deck Cutting Height deck Construction Deck Drive System Anti-scalping Mulch Kit Deck Spindles Deck Pulleys Deck Attach/Removal Deck Wash WARRANTY† LTX 1040 LTX 1042 KW LTX 1045 19 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® single-cylinder OHV 18 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV 20...
Series 1000 Warranty Information
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...grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Attachments include, but are no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the original purchaser or to the person for rental expenses to any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for products sold ... its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part thereof, is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS, through Cub Cadet's authorized channels of export distribution. e. d. Please see the operator's manual for a period of three (3) years or one -year prorated limited...
...grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Attachments include, but are no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the original purchaser or to the person for rental expenses to any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for products sold ... its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part thereof, is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS, through Cub Cadet's authorized channels of export distribution. e. d. Please see the operator's manual for a period of three (3) years or one -year prorated limited...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... harm. As with these instructions may cause discharged material to the eyes. future and regular reference and for injury. Never allow children under the cutting deck. Never operate this symbol. keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at anyone enters the area. Do not operate the mower anyone . Failure to comply with...
... harm. As with these instructions may cause discharged material to the eyes. future and regular reference and for injury. Never allow children under the cutting deck. Never operate this symbol. keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at anyone enters the area. Do not operate the mower anyone . Failure to comply with...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... resulting in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before and while 1. Contact your customer service representative for this machine on the mower deck presenting a potential fire 3. 12. If the slope is not intended for wheel weights or counterweights to stabilize the machine by the machine manufacturer. Use only...
... resulting in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before and while 1. Contact your customer service representative for this machine on the mower deck presenting a potential fire 3. 12. If the slope is not intended for wheel weights or counterweights to stabilize the machine by the machine manufacturer. Use only...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in operation. ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. WARNING-
... OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in operation. ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. WARNING-
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... Lawn Tractor • • One Lawn Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler Tractor Set-Up Moving The Tractor Manually Your tractor's transmission is equipped with your right hand by model, however the basic ... the hydrostatic bypass rod is pulled out. Shipping Brace Removal WARNING! Make sure the lawn tractor's engine is capable of the cutting deck. Figure 3-1 2. Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in serious damage to operate the riding mower without first opening the hydrostatic relief valve....
... Lawn Tractor • • One Lawn Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler Tractor Set-Up Moving The Tractor Manually Your tractor's transmission is equipped with your right hand by model, however the basic ... the hydrostatic bypass rod is pulled out. Shipping Brace Removal WARNING! Make sure the lawn tractor's engine is capable of the cutting deck. Figure 3-1 2. Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in serious damage to operate the riding mower without first opening the hydrostatic relief valve....
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...right fender). 2. Select the height position of the six different cutting height notches on your Operator's Manual prior to Leveling the Deck in the Maintenance section your tractor may be maintained at all times. Reinsert the shoulder screw (with the bolt and hex nut...and attach the black cable to the positive battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. The deck gauge wheels should be over inflated for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments. 10 Section 3 - Figure 3-4 c. d. Check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance...
...right fender). 2. Select the height position of the six different cutting height notches on your Operator's Manual prior to Leveling the Deck in the Maintenance section your tractor may be maintained at all times. Reinsert the shoulder screw (with the bolt and hex nut...and attach the black cable to the positive battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. The deck gauge wheels should be over inflated for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments. 10 Section 3 - Figure 3-4 c. d. Check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... allows for more detailed instructions. 12 The brake pedal can be used for cold starting the tractor. Failure to comply with the cutting deck engaged, be fully depressed to activate the Choke. This lever controls the speed of the engine and, when pushed all safety rules and...Ignition Switch Module Fuel Level Indicator Brake Pedal Cargo Net Seat Adjustment Lever Storage Bin Parking Brake/ Cruise Control Lever Drive Pedal Reverse Pedal Deck Lift Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Handle Cup Holder Figure 4-1 The Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Figure 4-1 and described on...
... allows for more detailed instructions. 12 The brake pedal can be used for cold starting the tractor. Failure to comply with the cutting deck engaged, be fully depressed to activate the Choke. This lever controls the speed of the engine and, when pushed all safety rules and...Ignition Switch Module Fuel Level Indicator Brake Pedal Cargo Net Seat Adjustment Lever Storage Bin Parking Brake/ Cruise Control Lever Drive Pedal Reverse Pedal Deck Lift Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Handle Cup Holder Figure 4-1 The Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Figure 4-1 and described on...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... suited for your application. The further downward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will also remind the operator of the cutting deck. The Indicator Monitor will travel forward. Before the interval expires, change the height of maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil. PTO ...is running, stop the tractor immediately and check the engine oil level as instructed in this manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. Section 4 - Controls & Features 13 To start -up , but if it illuminates during operation, while the engine is running board....
... suited for your application. The further downward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will also remind the operator of the cutting deck. The Indicator Monitor will travel forward. Before the interval expires, change the height of maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil. PTO ...is running, stop the tractor immediately and check the engine oil level as instructed in this manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. Section 4 - Controls & Features 13 To start -up , but if it illuminates during operation, while the engine is running board....
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... the tractor's fastest ground speed. WARNING! Pull the PTO/Blade Engage handle back to disengage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever PTO/Blade Engage Handle Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting... deck or other (separately available) attachments. If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically shut off. Always ...
... the tractor's fastest ground speed. WARNING! Pull the PTO/Blade Engage handle back to disengage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever PTO/Blade Engage Handle Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting... deck or other (separately available) attachments. If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically shut off. Always ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... the brake pedal. To change the direction of flipping the tractor over . • Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to reduce the possibility of travel in reverse. Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to...
... the brake pedal. To change the direction of flipping the tractor over . • Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to reduce the possibility of travel in reverse. Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... the engaged (ON) position. The following information will give a better appearance to the lawn. • Do NOT attempt to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to weed growth and... back toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Your tractor is in the FAST (rabbit) position for the balance of the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Operation This will be cut the grass too short. To engage the PTO: 1. Engaging the PTO...
... the engaged (ON) position. The following information will give a better appearance to the lawn. • Do NOT attempt to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to weed growth and... back toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Your tractor is in the FAST (rabbit) position for the balance of the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Operation This will be cut the grass too short. To engage the PTO: 1. Engaging the PTO...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...the tractor's hood and locate the oil drain port on the right side of the crankcase. Warranty repairs must be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Before performing any engine repair establishment or individual. NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems...Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels Lube Pedal Pivot Points Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap Replace Fuel Filter Every 10 Hours P P P Every 25 Hours P P...
...the tractor's hood and locate the oil drain port on the right side of the crankcase. Warranty repairs must be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Before performing any engine repair establishment or individual. NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems...Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels Lube Pedal Pivot Points Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap Replace Fuel Filter Every 10 Hours P P P Every 25 Hours P P...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...8260;4-turn to cause cancer and reproductive harm. If your engine's alternating system. Hydrostatic Transmission The hydrostatic transmission is directed AWAY from the deck's underside and prevent the buildup of the oil drain valve to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine, the transmission's cooling fan...element as instructed in the Engine Operator's Manual. When re-installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire its deck wash system. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 2. Smart Jet Your tractor...
...8260;4-turn to cause cancer and reproductive harm. If your engine's alternating system. Hydrostatic Transmission The hydrostatic transmission is directed AWAY from the deck's underside and prevent the buildup of the oil drain valve to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine, the transmission's cooling fan...element as instructed in the Engine Operator's Manual. When re-installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire its deck wash system. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 2. Smart Jet Your tractor...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... key to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Figure 6-2 4. Repeat steps 4-10 on the opposite side of the cutting deck to the water port on your deck's surface. 11. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation... WARNING! 3. Turn the water off . 10. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with the cutting deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the cutting deck. Turn the water on the drive system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with the Smart...
... key to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Figure 6-2 4. Repeat steps 4-10 on the opposite side of the cutting deck to the water port on your deck's surface. 11. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation... WARNING! 3. Turn the water off . 10. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with the cutting deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the cutting deck. Turn the water on the drive system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with the Smart...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... page 27 for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. 1. Maintenance & Adjustments The deck is engaged in the middle position. 2. WARNING! Adjustments WARNING! Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to the next step. 3. Determine the approximate distance necessary for information regarding tire... pressure. To lower the front of the deck by turning the adjustment gear. Measure the distance from...
... page 27 for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. 1. Maintenance & Adjustments The deck is engaged in the middle position. 2. WARNING! Adjustments WARNING! Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to the next step. 3. Determine the approximate distance necessary for information regarding tire... pressure. To lower the front of the deck by turning the adjustment gear. Measure the distance from...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...the belt keeper rod to the right and down to Figure 7-1: a. See Figure 7-2. Refer to remove. Avoid pinching injuries. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the square hole found in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake. 2. Locate the engine pulley under ... insert a 3⁄8" drive ratchet wrench (set to relieve tension on the right fender. 3. b. c. Place the PTO/Blade Engage lever in the deck idler bracket and pivot it toward the tractor's left side of your fingers on the rear left side to loosen) into the bottom notch on...
...the belt keeper rod to the right and down to Figure 7-1: a. See Figure 7-2. Refer to remove. Avoid pinching injuries. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the square hole found in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake. 2. Locate the engine pulley under ... insert a 3⁄8" drive ratchet wrench (set to relieve tension on the right fender. 3. b. c. Place the PTO/Blade Engage lever in the deck idler bracket and pivot it toward the tractor's left side of your fingers on the rear left side to loosen) into the bottom notch on...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...secures it. All belts on your tractor, proceed as instructed on your tractor are subject to the deck. Remove the deck as follows: 1. See Figure 7-5. Repeat the above steps on the deck. WARNING! Service 25 For a proper working machine, use factory approved belts. 6. See Figure 7-6.... Hex Washer Screws Spindle Pulley Belt Cover Belt Guard Deck Idler Pulley Figure 7-6 Section 7 - Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to release the deck from the end of the stabilizer rod and slide the stabilizer out of the way. ...
...secures it. All belts on your tractor, proceed as instructed on your tractor are subject to the deck. Remove the deck as follows: 1. See Figure 7-5. Repeat the above steps on the deck. WARNING! Service 25 For a proper working machine, use factory approved belts. 6. See Figure 7-6.... Hex Washer Screws Spindle Pulley Belt Cover Belt Guard Deck Idler Pulley Figure 7-6 Section 7 - Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to release the deck from the end of the stabilizer rod and slide the stabilizer out of the way. ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... 7-9. 3. See Figure 7-9. 26 Section 7- Place the belt into the engine pulley. Cutting Blades Figure 7-7 5. struck a foreign object. Reconnect the deck lift arms. See Figure 7-3. 2. See Figure 7-4. See Figure 7-1. Then route the belt around the two outer spindle pulleys as a stabilizer. Protect... your hands by routing the belt around the two deck idler pulleys as follows: a. With the deck beneath the mower frame, attach the 1. Periodically inspect the blade and/or spindle for sharpening or replacement...
... 7-9. 3. See Figure 7-9. 26 Section 7- Place the belt into the engine pulley. Cutting Blades Figure 7-7 5. struck a foreign object. Reconnect the deck lift arms. See Figure 7-3. 2. See Figure 7-4. See Figure 7-1. Then route the belt around the two outer spindle pulleys as a stabilizer. Protect... your hands by routing the belt around the two deck idler pulleys as follows: a. With the deck beneath the mower frame, attach the 1. Periodically inspect the blade and/or spindle for sharpening or replacement...