Series 1000 Brochure
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... models) will deliver a professional-quality finish that 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 a flawless, professional-quality cut ... you the envy of use information that will provide a limited warranty for a period of the Cub Cadet Signature cut every time. MOWer DECK Cutting Width/Blades Deck Cutting Height deck Construction Deck Drive System Anti-scalping Mulch Kit Deck Spindles Deck Pulleys Deck ...
... models) will deliver a professional-quality finish that 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 a flawless, professional-quality cut ... you the envy of use information that will provide a limited warranty for a period of the Cub Cadet Signature cut every time. MOWer DECK Cutting Width/Blades Deck Cutting Height deck Construction Deck Drive System Anti-scalping Mulch Kit Deck Spindles Deck Pulleys Deck ...
Series 1000 Brochure
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... 1000 GT only), rear bracket & weight kit, wheel weights, suitcase weights, tire chains, snow thrower and snow blade. * as rated by engine manufacturer ** Front bumper standard on LTX 1042 KW, LTX 1046 KW & LTX 1050 KW. † See your local Cub Cadet Independent Dealer for long life All steel w/heavy-duty bearings QuickAttach™ in seconds, no tools required Patented...
... 1000 GT only), rear bracket & weight kit, wheel weights, suitcase weights, tire chains, snow thrower and snow blade. * as rated by engine manufacturer ** Front bumper standard on LTX 1042 KW, LTX 1046 KW & LTX 1050 KW. † See your local Cub Cadet Independent Dealer for long life All steel w/heavy-duty bearings QuickAttach™ in seconds, no tools required Patented...
Series 1000 Warranty Information
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... of the product as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for a period of thirty (30) ...was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. d. No other than the original purchaser or to be warranted only for a period of two (2) years, commencing on required maintenance and service intervals. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for this product ...
... of the product as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for a period of thirty (30) ...was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. d. No other than the original purchaser or to be warranted only for a period of two (2) years, commencing on required maintenance and service intervals. Cub Cadet warrants attachments for this product ...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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...all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other reproductive harm. Be familiar with these instructions may cause discharged material to the blade(s). Never allow adults to observe the following safety instructions could endanger the personal safety and/or property of amputating hands and feet and...and close-fitting 4. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can cause serious personal assemble and operate. caught in serious injury. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at anyone enters the area....
...all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other reproductive harm. Be familiar with these instructions may cause discharged material to the blade(s). Never allow adults to observe the following safety instructions could endanger the personal safety and/or property of amputating hands and feet and...and close-fitting 4. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can cause serious personal assemble and operate. caught in serious injury. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at anyone enters the area....
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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... are not covered in this machine on hazard. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on a slope. Watch for assistance. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop before turning. Muffler and engine become hot and can hide obstacles. 20. Use slow speed. If...public roadway. 15. the ground. 27. Over-speeding may contact the engine exhaust and/ Do not mow near or crossing roadways. Disengage blade(s) before dismounting. 4. 22. manually on slopes greater than 5 degrees. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for this machine on it, do ...
... are not covered in this machine on hazard. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on a slope. Watch for assistance. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop before turning. Muffler and engine become hot and can hide obstacles. 20. Use slow speed. If...public roadway. 15. the ground. 27. Over-speeding may contact the engine exhaust and/ Do not mow near or crossing roadways. Disengage blade(s) before dismounting. 4. 22. manually on slopes greater than 5 degrees. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for this machine on it, do ...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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... Clean up . Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. 2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other than from the truck or trailer and refuel it off if a child enters the area. ... cool at the hitch point. 2. f. Allow a machine to neutral and coast downhill. f. To avoid back-over accidents, always disengage the cutting blade(s) before refueling. g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is complete. Section 2 - e. c. Children are often attracted to ...
... Clean up . Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. 2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other than from the truck or trailer and refuel it off if a child enters the area. ... cool at the hitch point. 2. f. Allow a machine to neutral and coast downhill. f. To avoid back-over accidents, always disengage the cutting blade(s) before refueling. g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is complete. Section 2 - e. c. Children are often attracted to ...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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...properly and not worn excessively. lines and fuel tanks for gas, oil, etc. Never tamper with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. A spark arrestor for your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. ...Code). Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. Your Responsibility-Restrict the use extra caution when servicing them. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any unimproved...
...properly and not worn excessively. lines and fuel tanks for gas, oil, etc. Never tamper with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. A spark arrestor for your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. ...Code). Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. Your Responsibility-Restrict the use extra caution when servicing them. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any unimproved...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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... muffler, become extremely hot during operation. WARNING- Important Safe Operation Practices 7 ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers. Never carry children, even with the blade(s) can cause serious personal injury. ROTATING BLADES Always look down and behind before and while backing to assemble and operate. SLOPE ... on this machine on the machine before attempting to avoid a back-over accident. Contact with the blades off. Section 2 - DANGER - WARNING- If damaged, replace immediately. DANGER- WARNING- ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away.
... muffler, become extremely hot during operation. WARNING- Important Safe Operation Practices 7 ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers. Never carry children, even with the blade(s) can cause serious personal injury. ROTATING BLADES Always look down and behind before and while backing to assemble and operate. SLOPE ... on this machine on the machine before attempting to avoid a back-over accident. Contact with the blades off. Section 2 - DANGER - WARNING- If damaged, replace immediately. DANGER- WARNING- ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away.
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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... the tractor is rotated out of recorded operation elapse. The LCD will also flash as instructed in volts, on its HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE LCD for five minutes, after which it displays an hour glass and the hours of this Owner's Manual. The LCD will alternately ...tractor's engine, depress the brake pedal. PTO (Blade Engage) If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to the STOP position. Charge the battery as instructed in the Operation section of this manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. The brake pedal can be fully depressed to...
... the tractor is rotated out of recorded operation elapse. The LCD will also flash as instructed in volts, on its HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE LCD for five minutes, after which it displays an hour glass and the hours of this Owner's Manual. The LCD will alternately ...tractor's engine, depress the brake pedal. PTO (Blade Engage) If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to the STOP position. Charge the battery as instructed in the Operation section of this manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. The brake pedal can be fully depressed to...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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.... Refer to do so, the tractor will automatically shut off. NOTE: Cruise control can be used to prevent unintended starting the engine. NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage knob must be set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to engage the parking brake and the cruise control. NOTE: The parking brake... Fuel Level Indicator is located on the left side of the tractor's dash and indicates the amount of this manual for storage. Push the PTO/ Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed. Cargo Net The cargo net is located on the lower half...
.... Refer to do so, the tractor will automatically shut off. NOTE: Cruise control can be used to prevent unintended starting the engine. NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage knob must be set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to engage the parking brake and the cruise control. NOTE: The parking brake... Fuel Level Indicator is located on the left side of the tractor's dash and indicates the amount of this manual for storage. Push the PTO/ Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed. Cargo Net The cargo net is located on the lower half...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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.... Contact your engine's electric starter. 7. Activate the choke control by moving the throttle lever down, into the choke off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is warmed up instructions. 1. If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s). On units... in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to the START position. If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) position. 3. If the interlock...
.... Contact your engine's electric starter. 7. Activate the choke control by moving the throttle lever down, into the choke off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is warmed up instructions. 1. If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s). On units... in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to the START position. If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) position. 3. If the interlock...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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...to reverse or vice versa. Reverse Caution Mode The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area. Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular...module. See Figure 5-2. The operator leaves the seat. Always look down and behind is clear then slowly depress the reverse pedal with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. 5. Start the engine as previously instructed on page 16. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position. 2. ...
...to reverse or vice versa. Reverse Caution Mode The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area. Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular...module. See Figure 5-2. The operator leaves the seat. Always look down and behind is clear then slowly depress the reverse pedal with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. 5. Start the engine as previously instructed on page 16. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position. 2. ...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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... WARNING! Operation Move the throttle control lever to mow lawns, NOT clear brush. • Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn. 18 Section 5- Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged (ON) position. Mowing WARNING! Short grass is prone to weed growth.... Engaging the PTO Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. See Figure 5-3. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass ...
... WARNING! Operation Move the throttle control lever to mow lawns, NOT clear brush. • Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn. 18 Section 5- Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged (ON) position. Mowing WARNING! Short grass is prone to weed growth.... Engaging the PTO Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. See Figure 5-3. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass ...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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... the hose coupler to thoroughly dry. 2. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to reach. Figure 6-3 9. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the OFF position. 10. Remain in serious damage to your garden hose to turn the tractor's engine off and detach the hose coupler...minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of its terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. See Figure 6-3. 5. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 3. While sitting in the operator's position on your lawn, near enough for a minimum of...
... the hose coupler to thoroughly dry. 2. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to reach. Figure 6-3 9. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the OFF position. 10. Remain in serious damage to your garden hose to turn the tractor's engine off and detach the hose coupler...minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of its terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. See Figure 6-3. 5. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 3. While sitting in the operator's position on your lawn, near enough for a minimum of...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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.... See Figure 6-5. Adjustments WARNING! See Figure 6-5. Adjust if necessary as follows: Figure 6-5 2. Lubrication WARNING! To raise the front of the blade tip to rear. The front of the deck should be between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" less than the rear of the deck. Park the tractor... be equal. Protect your hands by a stabilizer bar that it is parallel with a grease gun after every 25 hours of the right blade tip to Tires in step 2 are perpendicular with the tractor. 2. Measure the distance from the front hanger bracket. See Figure 6-6. Front...
.... See Figure 6-5. Adjustments WARNING! See Figure 6-5. Adjust if necessary as follows: Figure 6-5 2. Lubrication WARNING! To raise the front of the blade tip to rear. The front of the deck should be between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" less than the rear of the deck. Park the tractor... be equal. Protect your hands by a stabilizer bar that it is parallel with a grease gun after every 25 hours of the right blade tip to Tires in step 2 are perpendicular with the tractor. 2. Measure the distance from the front hanger bracket. See Figure 6-6. Front...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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... to reinstall the belt keeper rod, aligning it with the slot in the electric PTO clutch as once the deck is reinstalled. Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in serious 5. Remove the hex screws. Remove the deck belt from the electric PTO clutch, carefully insert a 3⁄8" drive ratchet wrench (set to...
... to reinstall the belt keeper rod, aligning it with the slot in the electric PTO clutch as once the deck is reinstalled. Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in serious 5. Remove the hex screws. Remove the deck belt from the electric PTO clutch, carefully insert a 3⁄8" drive ratchet wrench (set to...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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...Place a block of Wood Figure 7-6 Figure 7-5 Section 7 - Flange Lock Nut Block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the hanger bracket on the tractor's right side. 8. Shut the engine off and remove ignition... damage to the spindle assembly. See Figure 7-4. See Figure 7-6. Pull the deck support pin outward to expose its underside. 2. To remove the blades, proceed as a stabilizer. CAUTION: Failure to reinstall the belt keeper rod may result in this section) then gently flip the deck over to ...
...Place a block of Wood Figure 7-6 Figure 7-5 Section 7 - Flange Lock Nut Block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the hanger bracket on the tractor's right side. 8. Shut the engine off and remove ignition... damage to the spindle assembly. See Figure 7-4. See Figure 7-6. Pull the deck support pin outward to expose its underside. 2. To remove the blades, proceed as a stabilizer. CAUTION: Failure to reinstall the belt keeper rod may result in this section) then gently flip the deck over to ...
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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..., set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to deliver a max of the jumper battery. 3. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of your battery charger to prevent unintended starting your battery charger is automatic, charge the battery until it 's terminal... a damaged or frozen battery. car, truck), do not touch and ignitions are off an explosive gas while charging. Test the blade's balance using a blade balancer. Wash hands after handling. Jump Starting WARNING! Charge the battery in reverse order of California to assure a good connection....
..., set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to deliver a max of the jumper battery. 3. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of your battery charger to prevent unintended starting your battery charger is automatic, charge the battery until it 's terminal... a damaged or frozen battery. car, truck), do not touch and ignitions are off an explosive gas while charging. Test the blade's balance using a blade balancer. Wash hands after handling. Jump Starting WARNING! Charge the battery in reverse order of California to assure a good connection....
LTX 1046 KW Operator's Manual
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...two spindle pulleys and the two deck idler pulleys. To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as instructed on your Cub Cadet dealer to change the tractor's transmission drive belt. See Figure 7-8. Belt Guard Deck Idler Pulley Figure 7-8 Changing the Deck Belt on 46... not disengaging completely. Carefully remove the deck belt from around the belt guard. 4. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping blades and pulleys. For a proper working machine, use factory approved belts. All belts on the left idler pulley to engage and disengage safely...
...two spindle pulleys and the two deck idler pulleys. To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as instructed on your Cub Cadet dealer to change the tractor's transmission drive belt. See Figure 7-8. Belt Guard Deck Idler Pulley Figure 7-8 Changing the Deck Belt on 46... not disengaging completely. Carefully remove the deck belt from around the belt guard. 4. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping blades and pulleys. For a proper working machine, use factory approved belts. All belts on the left idler pulley to engage and disengage safely...
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.... 2. Uneven tire pressure. Place the Throttle/Choke control lever, or Choke control knob, into the Choke position. 6. Sharpen or replace blade. 3. Tractor running with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Engine hesitates at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath..... 3. Vent in FAST (rabbit) position. 2. Excessive vibration Mower will not mulch grass 1. Fill crankcase with clean, fresh gasoline. 6. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Remedy 1. Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter. 8. Clean fuel line; Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Spark plug...
.... 2. Uneven tire pressure. Place the Throttle/Choke control lever, or Choke control knob, into the Choke position. 6. Sharpen or replace blade. 3. Tractor running with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Engine hesitates at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath..... 3. Vent in FAST (rabbit) position. 2. Excessive vibration Mower will not mulch grass 1. Fill crankcase with clean, fresh gasoline. 6. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Remedy 1. Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter. 8. Clean fuel line; Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Spark plug...