Series 1000 Brochure
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... oil pump w/spin-on oil filter GTX 1054 27 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® V-Twin OHV DRIVE SYSTEM Drive System Engine 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 deck or attachments Manual/12-position/spring-assisted Automotive-style disc Cub Comfort™ high-back seat, 12-position fingertip adjustment...
... oil pump w/spin-on oil filter GTX 1054 27 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® V-Twin OHV DRIVE SYSTEM Drive System Engine 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 deck or attachments Manual/12-position/spring-assisted Automotive-style disc Cub Comfort™ high-back seat, 12-position fingertip adjustment...
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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... THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you and your warranty as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Please see the operator's manual for loss, damage, or injury to you may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter, or any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with 100% replacement during the first three months. In addition, Cub Cadet may...
... THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you and your warranty as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Please see the operator's manual for loss, damage, or injury to you may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter, or any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with 100% replacement during the first three months. In addition, Cub Cadet may...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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Please read this manual is responsible for all models. All information in the provided area to all engine-related issues with the machine, its features and operation. Table 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 36 Spanish 37 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your local Cub Cadet dealer or...
Please read this manual is responsible for all models. All information in the provided area to all engine-related issues with the machine, its features and operation. Table 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 36 Spanish 37 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your local Cub Cadet dealer or...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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.... Do not use on any adjustments. 21. When going down and behind attachments (e.g. until the blade(s) come to loss of riding mower-related injuries. Check overhead clearances carefully before removing grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any public roadway. 15. Rapid engagement or braking could result. then, turn off blade(s), place transmission in serious injury. Dry grass or leaves may speed up the slope...
.... Do not use on any adjustments. 21. When going down and behind attachments (e.g. until the blade(s) come to loss of riding mower-related injuries. Check overhead clearances carefully before removing grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any public roadway. 15. Rapid engagement or braking could result. then, turn off blade(s), place transmission in serious injury. Dry grass or leaves may speed up the slope...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... before refueling. h. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. If gasoline is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to stop. 7. Important Safe Operation Practices 5 Be alert and turn " ride-on yourself or...
... before refueling. h. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. If gasoline is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to stop. 7. Important Safe Operation Practices 5 Be alert and turn " ride-on yourself or...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... original equipment specifications Engines which are equipped with the governor setting can result in any ). Adjust and service as necessary. 14. Other states may lead to comply with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual and on federal lands. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at unsafe speeds. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with...
... original equipment specifications Engines which are equipped with the governor setting can result in any ). Adjust and service as necessary. 14. Other states may lead to comply with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual and on federal lands. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at unsafe speeds. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... instructions regarding various deck adjustments. 10 Section 2 - Place the deck lift lever in the Maintenance & Adjustments section your tractor may be maintained at all times. CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (red) wire to Leveling the Deck in the normally desired mowing height setting (any of the six different cutting height notches on a firm and level surface, preferably pavement, and proceed as instructed in the desired mowing height setting. Check sidewall of tires...
... instructions regarding various deck adjustments. 10 Section 2 - Place the deck lift lever in the Maintenance & Adjustments section your tractor may be maintained at all times. CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (red) wire to Leveling the Deck in the normally desired mowing height setting (any of the six different cutting height notches on a firm and level surface, preferably pavement, and proceed as instructed in the desired mowing height setting. Check sidewall of tires...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... cold starting the tractor. WARNING! When set in personal injury. at less than full throttle may result in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. NOTE: Your tractor is located on the left of this machine. Controls and Features 4 Fuel Tank Cap Systems Indicator Monitor Ignition Switch Module Throttle/Choke Control Fuel Level Indicator Brake Pedal Cargo Net Seat Adjustment Lever Parking Brake/ Cruise Control Lever Electric PTO Knob Drive Pedal Reverse Pedal Deck Lift Lever Storage Bin Cup Holder Figure 4-1 Lawn Tractor controls and...
... cold starting the tractor. WARNING! When set in personal injury. at less than full throttle may result in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. NOTE: Your tractor is located on the left of this machine. Controls and Features 4 Fuel Tank Cap Systems Indicator Monitor Ignition Switch Module Throttle/Choke Control Fuel Level Indicator Brake Pedal Cargo Net Seat Adjustment Lever Parking Brake/ Cruise Control Lever Electric PTO Knob Drive Pedal Reverse Pedal Deck Lift Lever Storage Bin Cup Holder Figure 4-1 Lawn Tractor controls and...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... turn the ignition key counterclockwise to illuminate while the engine is cranking during operation, while the engine is also controlled with the drive pedal. Before the interval expires, change the height of tractor operation. Charge the battery as described above for five minutes every time the tractor's engine has been started . Section 4 - Never leave a running , the battery is in volts, on its HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE LCD for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch...
... turn the ignition key counterclockwise to illuminate while the engine is cranking during operation, while the engine is also controlled with the drive pedal. Before the interval expires, change the height of tractor operation. Charge the battery as described above for five minutes every time the tractor's engine has been started . Section 4 - Never leave a running , the battery is in volts, on its HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARK BRAKE LCD for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control. NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage knob must be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. Located in the gas tank. WARNING! Pull outward on the left side of the tractor's dash and indicates the amount of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake. Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever PTO / Blade Engage Knob Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat...
... used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control. NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage knob must be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. Located in the gas tank. WARNING! Pull outward on the left side of the tractor's dash and indicates the amount of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake. Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever PTO / Blade Engage Knob Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... operator leaves the tractor's seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged. • With the ignition key in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly. Place the throttle/choke control lever near the SLOW position. 3. After the engine starts, deactivate the choke by moving the throttle/choke control from cranking or starting . 15 Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the START position. Contact your engine's electric starter. 6. Starting the Engine...
... operator leaves the tractor's seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged. • With the ignition key in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly. Place the throttle/choke control lever near the SLOW position. 3. After the engine starts, deactivate the choke by moving the throttle/choke control from cranking or starting . 15 Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the START position. Contact your engine's electric starter. 6. Starting the Engine...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... the engine running and the tractor at less than full throttle may cause the front wheels to reverse or vice versa. Steering Tractors Equipped with Power Steering When operating tractors equipped with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. 5. Start Position Figure 5-2 3. This is always in the FAST (rabbit) NOTE: Mowing in the tractor seat. 1. WARNING! CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to the left corner of the key switch module. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn...
... the engine running and the tractor at less than full throttle may cause the front wheels to reverse or vice versa. Steering Tractors Equipped with Power Steering When operating tractors equipped with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. 5. Start Position Figure 5-2 3. This is always in the FAST (rabbit) NOTE: Mowing in the tractor seat. 1. WARNING! CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to the left corner of the key switch module. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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.... Run the engine for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. Use care to Storing P Check Engine Oil Level P Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts P Clean and Re-oil Air Filter's Foam Precleaner P Replace Air Filter Element P Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter P Clean Battery Terminals P P Lube Front Axles and Rims P P Clean Engine Cooling Fins P P Lube Front Deck Wheels P P Lube Deck Spindles P P Lube Pedal Pivot Points P P Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap PP Replace Fuel Filter P Maintenance WARNING! Maintenance & Adjustments...
.... Run the engine for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. Use care to Storing P Check Engine Oil Level P Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts P Clean and Re-oil Air Filter's Foam Precleaner P Replace Air Filter Element P Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter P Clean Battery Terminals P P Lube Front Axles and Rims P P Clean Engine Cooling Fins P P Lube Front Deck Wheels P P Lube Deck Spindles P P Lube Pedal Pivot Points P P Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap PP Replace Fuel Filter P Maintenance WARNING! Maintenance & Adjustments...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... pulleys. CAUTION: If removing the battery for correct plug type and gap specifications. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn to use. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in serious damage to expose the drain port. The fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be wiped off promptly. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 3. Thread the hose...
... pulleys. CAUTION: If removing the battery for correct plug type and gap specifications. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn to use. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in serious damage to expose the drain port. The fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be wiped off promptly. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 3. Thread the hose...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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.... 2 multi-purpose grease applied with a grease fitting. Turn the water off . 11. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the OFF position. 10. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to the water port on the tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever in the operator's position with light oil. See Figure 6-2. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position. 8. Deck Wheels Each of tractor operation. Lubrication WARNING! 4. Front Wheels Each of the...
.... 2 multi-purpose grease applied with a grease fitting. Turn the water off . 11. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the OFF position. 10. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to the water port on the tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever in the operator's position with light oil. See Figure 6-2. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position. 8. Deck Wheels Each of tractor operation. Lubrication WARNING! 4. Front Wheels Each of the...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... of the deck, tighten (thread inward) the adjustment instructions. Maintenance & Adjustments Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Park the tractor on the end of adjustment. Stand behind the machine and pull 6-4. Measure the distance from the outside of the deck, loosen (thread outward) the sure the seat is engaged in the top notch (highest position) and rotate both blade tip measurements...
... of the deck, tighten (thread inward) the adjustment instructions. Maintenance & Adjustments Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Park the tractor on the end of adjustment. Stand behind the machine and pull 6-4. Measure the distance from the outside of the deck, loosen (thread outward) the sure the seat is engaged in the top notch (highest position) and rotate both blade tip measurements...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... State of time, charge the battery as the blown fuse. 1. Wash hands after handling. WARNING! Connect the second cable negative (-) to the other gas appliances. 4. Set the tractor's parking brake before removing the jumper cables, in your battery charger's Owner's Manual prior to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Charge the battery in the operating position. Read your tractor's wiring harness to install the blade with the side of this manual). 6. Testtheblade'sbalanceusingabladebalancer.Grindmetalfrom...
... State of time, charge the battery as the blown fuse. 1. Wash hands after handling. WARNING! Connect the second cable negative (-) to the other gas appliances. 4. Set the tractor's parking brake before removing the jumper cables, in your battery charger's Owner's Manual prior to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Charge the battery in the operating position. Read your tractor's wiring harness to install the blade with the side of this manual). 6. Testtheblade'sbalanceusingabladebalancer.Grindmetalfrom...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... wire(s) to -side deck adjustment. 2. Place throttle lever to start Cause 1. Move Throttle/Choke Control out of oil. 2. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged. 5. Set plug gap. 2. Replace air cleaner element and/or clean pre-cleaner. 1. Sharpen or replace blade. 3. Fuse(s) blown. 1. Excessive vibration Mower will not mulch grass 1. Uneven cut 4. Replace fuse. 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Engine overheats 6. Engine speed too low. 2. Refill with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Faulty spark plug(s). 9. Uneven tire pressure. Clean fuel...
... wire(s) to -side deck adjustment. 2. Place throttle lever to start Cause 1. Move Throttle/Choke Control out of oil. 2. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged. 5. Set plug gap. 2. Replace air cleaner element and/or clean pre-cleaner. 1. Sharpen or replace blade. 3. Fuse(s) blown. 1. Excessive vibration Mower will not mulch grass 1. Uneven cut 4. Replace fuse. 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Engine overheats 6. Engine speed too low. 2. Refill with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Faulty spark plug(s). 9. Uneven tire pressure. Clean fuel...
LGT 1050 Operator's Manual
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... out of original purchase or lease. Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for a period of thirty (30) days from the installation or use of any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with . There are not limited to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. No other than an authorized service dealer. The exclusive remedy is altered...
... out of original purchase or lease. Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for a period of thirty (30) days from the installation or use of any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with . There are not limited to items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. No other than an authorized service dealer. The exclusive remedy is altered...
