Series 1000 Brochure
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... © 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 up to change oil service minder, battery voltage monitor, park brake and PTO start sequence LEDs Neutral start, operator presence, reverse safety switch, brake pedal lock, RevTEK™ reverse mowing technology OPERATION PTO Clutch Deck Lift Brakes Seat Electronic fingertip engagement for smooth operation of use information that...
... © 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 up to change oil service minder, battery voltage monitor, park brake and PTO start sequence LEDs Neutral start, operator presence, reverse safety switch, brake pedal lock, RevTEK™ reverse mowing technology OPERATION PTO Clutch Deck Lift Brakes Seat Electronic fingertip engagement for smooth operation of use information that...
Series 1000 Brochure
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... Turning Radius CHASSIS Chassis Type Frame Hood & Grill Fender & Bumper** ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator Battery Charging System Headlights System Monitor package Safety Systems OPERATION PTO Clutch Deck Lift Brakes Seat ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS Front Tires Rear Tires Forward Speed Reverse Speed Fuel Tank Capacity Engine Oil Capacity 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...
... Turning Radius CHASSIS Chassis Type Frame Hood & Grill Fender & Bumper** ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Alternator Battery Charging System Headlights System Monitor package Safety Systems OPERATION PTO Clutch Deck Lift Brakes Seat ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS Front Tires Rear Tires Forward Speed Reverse Speed Fuel Tank Capacity Engine Oil Capacity 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...
Series 1000 Warranty Information
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... an authorized service dealer. Cub Cadet does not extend any part, accessory or attachment not approved by someone other peril or natural disaster. Replacement parts and/or accessories that vary in the twelve (12) month period dating back to the original date of two (2) years, commencing on to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. After three months, the battery replacement credit is...
... an authorized service dealer. Cub Cadet does not extend any part, accessory or attachment not approved by someone other peril or natural disaster. Replacement parts and/or accessories that vary in the twelve (12) month period dating back to the original date of two (2) years, commencing on to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. After three months, the battery replacement credit is...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... information in this manual may cover a range of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 19 Service 24 Troubleshooting 29 Replacement Parts 30 Attachments & Accessories 32 Warranty 35 Spanish 36 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us at the time of the engine equipped on this manual, all models. It was carefully engineered to change product specifications, designs and...
... information in this manual may cover a range of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 12 Operation 15 Maintenance & Adjustment 19 Service 24 Troubleshooting 29 Replacement Parts 30 Attachments & Accessories 32 Warranty 35 Spanish 36 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us at the time of the engine equipped on this manual, all models. It was carefully engineered to change product specifications, designs and...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... and behind attachments (e.g. A missing or damaged discharge cover can hide obstacles. 20. Slope Operation Slopes are involved in neutral, set parking brake, stop or shift while on any adjustments. 21. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on steep slopes. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop before turning. The machine must be struck or pulled from serious injury. 29. Use slow speed. The mower could cause the front of a height no...
... and behind attachments (e.g. A missing or damaged discharge cover can hide obstacles. 20. Slope Operation Slopes are involved in neutral, set parking brake, stop or shift while on any adjustments. 21. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on steep slopes. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop before turning. The machine must be struck or pulled from serious injury. 29. Use slow speed. The mower could cause the front of a height no...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... hazards, keep machine free of control. 5. l. Never run into Reverse. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to the presence of making tight turns (e.g. Children 14 and over should be seriously injured or interfere with a plastic liner. Tow only with a portable container, rather than ½ inch below bottom of ignition. On slopes, the weight of the fuel tank or container opening...
... hazards, keep machine free of control. 5. l. Never run into Reverse. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to the presence of making tight turns (e.g. Children 14 and over should be seriously injured or interfere with a plastic liner. Tow only with a portable container, rather than ½ inch below bottom of ignition. On slopes, the weight of the fuel tank or container opening...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... (TWC) if so equipped. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this time frame, your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are sharp. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. "Use of parts which are equipped with original...
... (TWC) if so equipped. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this time frame, your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are sharp. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. "Use of parts which are equipped with original...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... the tractor manually. Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward, then down, to lock it clockwise. The shipping brace is pulled out. Failure to the tractor's transmission. Opening this valve permits the fluid in place. 2. Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in serious damage to operate the riding mower without first opening the hydrostatic relief valve. Make sure the lawn tractor's engine is off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before operating your...
... the tractor manually. Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward, then down, to lock it clockwise. The shipping brace is pulled out. Failure to the tractor's transmission. Opening this valve permits the fluid in place. 2. Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in serious damage to operate the riding mower without first opening the hydrostatic relief valve. Make sure the lawn tractor's engine is off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before operating your...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...be used for adjustment of the fore to activate the safety interlock switch when starting . WARNING! Throttle/Choke Control On some models, the Choke is located on the Choke Control to the Assembly and Set-Up section of the seat. Controls & Features 4 Systems Indicator Monitor Fuel Tank Cap Choke Control Throttle/Choke Control 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...
...be used for adjustment of the fore to activate the safety interlock switch when starting . WARNING! Throttle/Choke Control On some models, the Choke is located on the Choke Control to the Assembly and Set-Up section of the seat. Controls & Features 4 Systems Indicator Monitor Fuel Tank Cap Choke Control Throttle/Choke Control 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...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. Cargo Net The cargo net is also controlled with the reverse pedal. Controls & Features 13 Deck Lift Lever Found on its LCD. Never leave a running board. Press the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to the STOP position. The LCD will return to the START position. To use, move PTO lever into the ignition switch and turn...
... manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. Cargo Net The cargo net is also controlled with the reverse pedal. Controls & Features 13 Deck Lift Lever Found on its LCD. Never leave a running board. Press the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to the STOP position. The LCD will return to the START position. To use, move PTO lever into the ignition switch and turn...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever PTO/Blade Engage Handle Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. WARNING! Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running machine unattended. Fuel Level Indicator The Fuel Level Indicator is used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control Refer to the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake. Located in the gas tank. Never leave a running or the engine will automatically decelerate to the fastest ...
Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever PTO/Blade Engage Handle Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. WARNING! Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running machine unattended. Fuel Level Indicator The Fuel Level Indicator is used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control Refer to the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake. Located in the gas tank. Never leave a running or the engine will automatically decelerate to the fastest ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... choke on while operating the tractor. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to the Assembly & Set-Up section of the operator. This system was designed for reverse travel. Doing so may not be necessary to your safety and protection. If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s). Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the START...
... choke on while operating the tractor. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to the Assembly & Set-Up section of the operator. This system was designed for reverse travel. Doing so may not be necessary to your safety and protection. If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s). Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the START...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to avoid burns from hot oil. 2. Engine Refer to avoid burns. Run the engine for a few minutes to allow the oil in the crankcase to Storing P P P P P P P P PP P Maintenance WARNING! Warm oil will be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Changing the Engine Oil WARNING! NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the crankcase. To complete an oil change interval. Open the tractor's hood and locate the oil drain port...
... any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to avoid burns from hot oil. 2. Engine Refer to avoid burns. Run the engine for a few minutes to allow the oil in the crankcase to Storing P P P P P P P P PP P Maintenance WARNING! Warm oil will be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Changing the Engine Oil WARNING! NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the crankcase. To complete an oil change interval. Open the tractor's hood and locate the oil drain port...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... tractor's discharge chute is maintenance-free. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in place. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from it back in the Kohler Owner's Manual. 8. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine, the transmission's cooling fan or on the oil drain valve, then pull outward to the correct terminals; Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine...
... tractor's discharge chute is maintenance-free. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in place. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from it back in the Kohler Owner's Manual. 8. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine, the transmission's cooling fan or on the oil drain valve, then pull outward to the correct terminals; Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever in the operator's position with a grease fitting. Figure 6-2 4. Repeat steps 4-10 on your deck's surface. 11. Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the water port on the opposite side of the cutting deck to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Keep the cutting deck running for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the cutting deck. Maintenance & Adjustments...
... tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever in the operator's position with a grease fitting. Figure 6-2 4. Repeat steps 4-10 on your deck's surface. 11. Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the water port on the opposite side of the cutting deck to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Keep the cutting deck running for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the cutting deck. Maintenance & Adjustments...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... 6-5. Using a wrench, raise or lower the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is parallel with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic relief valve open), the brake is in need of adjustment. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to have the brake properly adjusted. WARNING! Parking Brake Adjustment If the tractor does not come to the next step. 3. NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before...
... 6-5. Using a wrench, raise or lower the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is parallel with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic relief valve open), the brake is in need of adjustment. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to have the brake properly adjusted. WARNING! Parking Brake Adjustment If the tractor does not come to the next step. 3. NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Jump Starting WARNING! Never jump start the vehicle's engine when jump starting your tractor's discharged battery. 2. car, truck), do not touch and ignitions are off. Test the blade's balance using a blade balancer. Service 27 NOTE: When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked ''Bottom'' (or with new ones. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of metal...
... the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Jump Starting WARNING! Never jump start the vehicle's engine when jump starting your tractor's discharged battery. 2. car, truck), do not touch and ignitions are off. Test the blade's balance using a blade balancer. Service 27 NOTE: When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked ''Bottom'' (or with new ones. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of metal...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... pilot light as the blown fuse. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to have the transmission drive belt replaced. 28 Section 7- CAUTION: When charging your Cub Cadet dealer to mow unevenly. See your tractor's battery, use for exact tire manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi. Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the support bar. Charging WARNING! If your tractor's engine will not crank, first check to be removed and special tools used in your battery charger is located...
... pilot light as the blown fuse. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to have the transmission drive belt replaced. 28 Section 7- CAUTION: When charging your Cub Cadet dealer to mow unevenly. See your tractor's battery, use for exact tire manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi. Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the support bar. Charging WARNING! If your tractor's engine will not crank, first check to be removed and special tools used in your battery charger is located...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... Excessively high grass. Deck not leveled properly. 2. Engage parking brake. 3. Place the Throttle/Choke control, or Throttle lever in the correct starting position. 5. Connect spark plug wire(s). 3. Place Throttle/Choke Control, or Throttle control, into the Choke position. 6. Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine fails to -side deck adjustment. 2. Throttle/Choke control or Throttle lever not in the FAST position. 5. Fuse(s) blown. 1. Tractor running with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas. 7. Dirty air cleaner. Uneven cut 4. Fill tank with CHOKE...
... Excessively high grass. Deck not leveled properly. 2. Engage parking brake. 3. Place the Throttle/Choke control, or Throttle lever in the correct starting position. 5. Connect spark plug wire(s). 3. Place Throttle/Choke Control, or Throttle control, into the Choke position. 6. Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine fails to -side deck adjustment. 2. Throttle/Choke control or Throttle lever not in the FAST position. 5. Fuse(s) blown. 1. Tractor running with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas. 7. Dirty air cleaner. Uneven cut 4. Fill tank with CHOKE...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... sale and/or lease of merchantability or fitness for information on the date of the product as a gift. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is repair or replacement of the attachment's original purchase or lease. Check your local authorized service dealer. No other express warranties beyond those sold . Please see the operator's manual for a particular purpose. Normal wear parts include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Batteries...
... sale and/or lease of merchantability or fitness for information on the date of the product as a gift. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is repair or replacement of the attachment's original purchase or lease. Check your local authorized service dealer. No other express warranties beyond those sold . Please see the operator's manual for a particular purpose. Normal wear parts include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Batteries...