Series 1000 Brochure
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...3 acres. FLAT OUT BETTER. The Series 1000 is published 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 lawn and yard care... 1 rear striping roller WARRANTY† 3-year/120-hr and 5-year/500-hr limited warranty †Cub Cadet will make it to feature an ultra-tight turning radius, power steering (on all instructions in the manual and on select models) will deliver a professional-quality finish that is the most advanced...
...3 acres. FLAT OUT BETTER. The Series 1000 is published 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 lawn and yard care... 1 rear striping roller WARRANTY† 3-year/120-hr and 5-year/500-hr limited warranty †Cub Cadet will make it to feature an ultra-tight turning radius, power steering (on all instructions in the manual and on select models) will deliver a professional-quality finish that is the most advanced...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor - LTX1042KW, LTX1045 & LTX1046M WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08376 (November 1, 2012)
Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor - LTX1042KW, LTX1045 & LTX1046M WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08376 (November 1, 2012)
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you how to safely and easily set up and operating your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly. It instructs you for more information. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual, all times. Throughout ...9674; Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 965-4CUB ◊ Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write us at Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be applicable to all models. ...
...To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you how to safely and easily set up and operating your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly. It instructs you for more information. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual, all times. Throughout ...9674; Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 965-4CUB ◊ Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write us at Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be applicable to all models. ...
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... contain or emit chemicals known to State of the operator can be operated according to operate this machine. Remove all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to the safe operation practices in serious injury. by machine and in this 8. CALIFORNIA.... Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting 4. Be aware of material toward the operator. 3. Contact with these instructions may cause discharged material to operate this machine in movable parts. Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! Read, understand, and follow...
... contain or emit chemicals known to State of the operator can be operated according to operate this machine. Remove all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to the safe operation practices in serious injury. by machine and in this 8. CALIFORNIA.... Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting 4. Be aware of material toward the operator. 3. Contact with these instructions may cause discharged material to operate this machine in movable parts. Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! Read, understand, and follow...
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... factor related to overturn). 4 Section 2 - Do not make sudden changes in serious injury or death. Rapid engagement or braking could cause serious injury. Disengage all instructions provided with grass catchers or other hidden 19. Do not turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. 26. then, turn on the mower deck presenting...
... factor related to overturn). 4 Section 2 - Do not make sudden changes in serious injury or death. Rapid engagement or braking could cause serious injury. Disengage all instructions provided with grass catchers or other hidden 19. Do not turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. 26. then, turn on the mower deck presenting...
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... is not alert to prevent unauthorized operation. 2. i. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of children. Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in contact with a machine that has a hitch designed for small children. Always place containers on the machine and should not be...
... is not alert to prevent unauthorized operation. 2. i. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of children. Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in contact with a machine that has a hitch designed for small children. Always place containers on the machine and should not be...
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...objects to operate at frequent intervals for your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. WARNING! SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! 6 Section 2 - Important Safe Operation Practices Tampering with the governor setting can result in this product has an Average Useful ... required, models are sharp. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as required. 5. Replace the blade(s) with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. Wrap the...
...objects to operate at frequent intervals for your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. WARNING! SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! 6 Section 2 - Important Safe Operation Practices Tampering with the governor setting can result in this product has an Average Useful ... required, models are sharp. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as required. 5. Replace the blade(s) with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. Wrap the...
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... Allow engine and muffler to avoid a back-over accident. DANGER - Important Safe Operation Practices 7 Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Contact with the blades off. WARNING- ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers. WARNING- ... the cutting deck. Section 2 - Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in its proper place. Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on a slope greater than 15 degrees....
... Allow engine and muffler to avoid a back-over accident. DANGER - Important Safe Operation Practices 7 Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Contact with the blades off. WARNING- ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers. WARNING- ... the cutting deck. Section 2 - Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in its proper place. Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on a slope greater than 15 degrees....
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... prior to operating the tractor. Check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the surface, adjust as instructed in the normally desired mowing height setting (any of tires for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments. 10 Section 3 - If the gauge wheels have between the bottom of this manual for...
... prior to operating the tractor. Check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the surface, adjust as instructed in the normally desired mowing height setting (any of tires for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments. 10 Section 3 - If the gauge wheels have between the bottom of this manual for...
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... fuel cap by turning it clicks into position before operating the tractor. The tractor is equipped with oil in the seat-stop. Add oil as instructed in serious damage to the desired position; Gasoline is created. Slide the seat forward or rearward to your engine. then release the adjustment lever. Use...
... fuel cap by turning it clicks into position before operating the tractor. The tractor is equipped with oil in the seat-stop. Add oil as instructed in serious damage to the desired position; Gasoline is created. Slide the seat forward or rearward to your engine. then release the adjustment lever. Use...
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... operate this instance, a Choke Control is located below the front/left front side of the engine and, when pushed all safety rules and instructions may result in personal injury. This lever controls the speed of the tractor above the drive pedal along the running board. NOTE: When operating... position of this manual for sudden stops or setting the parking brake. Failure to comply with the cutting deck engaged, be used for more detailed instructions. 12 When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. Brake Pedal The brake pedal is always in the FAST...
... operate this instance, a Choke Control is located below the front/left front side of the engine and, when pushed all safety rules and instructions may result in personal injury. This lever controls the speed of the tractor above the drive pedal along the running board. NOTE: When operating... position of this manual for sudden stops or setting the parking brake. Failure to comply with the cutting deck engaged, be used for more detailed instructions. 12 When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. Brake Pedal The brake pedal is always in the FAST...
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... the recorded hours, "CHG" and "OIL" for changing the engine oil. The LCD will travel forward. The maintenance interval lasts for your Cub Cadet dealer. Before the interval expires, change the height of recorded operation elapse. Battery It is normal for five minutes every time the tractor's engine... key is also controlled with the drive pedal. Controls & Features 13 To stop engine and remove key to change the engine oil as instructed in the Operation section of the tractor, along the running machine unattended. Ground speed is rotated out of the STOP position but if it...
... the recorded hours, "CHG" and "OIL" for changing the engine oil. The LCD will travel forward. The maintenance interval lasts for your Cub Cadet dealer. Before the interval expires, change the height of recorded operation elapse. Battery It is normal for five minutes every time the tractor's engine... key is also controlled with the drive pedal. Controls & Features 13 To stop engine and remove key to change the engine oil as instructed in the Operation section of the tractor, along the running machine unattended. Ground speed is rotated out of the STOP position but if it...
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..., the tractor will automatically shut off. Push forward on the left side of the tractor's dash and indicates the amount of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake. Fuel Level Indicator The Fuel Level Indicator is used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control Refer to the...
..., the tractor will automatically shut off. Push forward on the left side of the tractor's dash and indicates the amount of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake. Fuel Level Indicator The Fuel Level Indicator is used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control Refer to the...
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...is malfunctioning. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the START position. Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is warmed up instructions. 1. On some models, activate the choke control by moving the throttle/choke control all the way forward into the ignition switch module....(Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of this manual for longer than ten seconds at a time. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to place the choke control in the NORMAL MOWING position,...
...is malfunctioning. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the START position. Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is warmed up instructions. 1. On some models, activate the choke control by moving the throttle/choke control all the way forward into the ignition switch module....(Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of this manual for longer than ten seconds at a time. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to place the choke control in the NORMAL MOWING position,...
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... the drive pedal forward until : a. NOTE: Mowing in motion. See Figure 5-1. WARNING! Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area. Start the engine as instructed on the previous page. 2. WARNING! Lightly press the brake pedal to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the key switch module. Move the throttle...
... the drive pedal forward until : a. NOTE: Mowing in motion. See Figure 5-1. WARNING! Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area. Start the engine as instructed on the previous page. 2. WARNING! Lightly press the brake pedal to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the key switch module. Move the throttle...
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... to avoid burns from hot oil. 2. Before performing any engine repair establishment or individual. Warm oil will be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Exercise caution to prevent unintended starting. NOTE: The oil filter should be changed at the bottom of the emission control devices...6 Maintenance Schedule Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Before Each use Check Engine Oil Level P Check Air Filter for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. If the engine has been recently run, the engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will flow more freely and carry away more of...
... to avoid burns from hot oil. 2. Before performing any engine repair establishment or individual. Warm oil will be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Exercise caution to prevent unintended starting. NOTE: The oil filter should be changed at the bottom of the emission control devices...6 Maintenance Schedule Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Before Each use Check Engine Oil Level P Check Air Filter for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. If the engine has been recently run, the engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will flow more freely and carry away more of...
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... coat of the oil drain valve to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Kohler Owner's Manual. 8. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine Operator's Manual. Wash hands after handling. reversing them could result in place. Cleaning...
... coat of the oil drain valve to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Kohler Owner's Manual. 8. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine Operator's Manual. Wash hands after handling. reversing them could result in place. Cleaning...
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... surface and place the deck lift lever in the seat-stop when the brake pedal is engaged in the middle position. 2. Maintenance & Adjustments Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to the next step. 3. Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. WARNING! See Figure 6-4. 2. See Figure 6-5. Adjusting the Seat Refer to a complete stop . Adjust if necessary... 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" lower than the second measurement. Refer to side adjustment can roll with the tractor. 3. Determine the approximate distance necessary for seat adjustment instructions.
... surface and place the deck lift lever in the seat-stop when the brake pedal is engaged in the middle position. 2. Maintenance & Adjustments Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to the next step. 3. Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. WARNING! See Figure 6-4. 2. See Figure 6-5. Adjusting the Seat Refer to a complete stop . Adjust if necessary... 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" lower than the second measurement. Refer to side adjustment can roll with the tractor. 3. Determine the approximate distance necessary for seat adjustment instructions.
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... during storage, you may need to lengthen the drag link. 3. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of the tractor. • Service the engine as instructed in the seperate engine manual. • Engines stored between 1⁄16" and 5⁄16" less than the other, or if the ball joints are threaded...
... during storage, you may need to lengthen the drag link. 3. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of the tractor. • Service the engine as instructed in the seperate engine manual. • Engines stored between 1⁄16" and 5⁄16" less than the other, or if the ball joints are threaded...
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... deck support pin outward to the deck. The V-belts found on the deck. To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as instructed on the tractor's right side. 12. Hex Washer Screws Spindle Pulley Belt Cover Belt Guard Deck Idler Pulley Figure 7-6 Section 7 - Reinstall the belt keeper rod...
... deck support pin outward to the deck. The V-belts found on the deck. To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as instructed on the tractor's right side. 12. Hex Washer Screws Spindle Pulley Belt Cover Belt Guard Deck Idler Pulley Figure 7-6 Section 7 - Reinstall the belt keeper rod...