Series 1000 Brochure
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... are subject 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 5 years or 500 hours, whichever occurs first, for the frame and pivoting cast-iron front axle on all new Cub Cadet Series 1000 Tractors. See operator's manual for details on Cub Cadet's Manufacturer's Limited Warranty for 5 years or...
... are subject 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 5 years or 500 hours, whichever occurs first, for the frame and pivoting cast-iron front axle on all new Cub Cadet Series 1000 Tractors. See operator's manual for details on Cub Cadet's Manufacturer's Limited Warranty for 5 years or...
Series 1000 Brochure
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... 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 1040 LTX 1042 KW LTX...
... 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 1040 LTX 1042 KW LTX...
Series 1000 Warranty Information
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.... Check your property and/or to others and their respective possessions and territories, except those mentioned above . Routine maintenance items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Service completed by this manual will be greater than the original purchaser or to the person for a period of two (2) years, commencing on the date of the product sold. Cub Cadet warrants...
.... Check your property and/or to others and their respective possessions and territories, except those mentioned above . Routine maintenance items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Service completed by this manual will be greater than the original purchaser or to the person for a period of two (2) years, commencing on the date of the product sold. Cub Cadet warrants...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... all times. 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 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your complete satisfaction at all models. To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you can seek help from the experts. It was carefully engineered to ensure your machine. We want...
... all times. 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 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your complete satisfaction at all models. To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you can seek help from the experts. It was carefully engineered to ensure your machine. We want...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... the machine into reverse. manually on the slope. Use extra care with the approved accessory or attachment. 6. 28. Keep all instructions provided with grass catchers or other hidden 19. Do not make sudden changes in daylight or good artificial light. 17. Rapid engagement or braking could cause serious injury. Do not turn over if a wheel is greater than 15 degrees as part of the machine...
... the machine into reverse. manually on the slope. Use extra care with the approved accessory or attachment. 6. 28. Keep all instructions provided with grass catchers or other hidden 19. Do not make sudden changes in daylight or good artificial light. 17. Rapid engagement or braking could cause serious injury. Do not turn over if a wheel is greater than 15 degrees as part of the machine...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... engine to prevent unintended starting the engine. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. j. k. Never store the machine or fuel container inside a vehicle or on yourself or your vehicle before starting . General Service 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to cool at all moving parts have stopped. They do not understand the dangers. Be alert and turn " ride-on a trailer with safe machine operation...
... engine to prevent unintended starting the engine. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. j. k. Never store the machine or fuel container inside a vehicle or on yourself or your vehicle before starting . General Service 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to cool at all moving parts have stopped. They do not understand the dangers. Be alert and turn " ride-on a trailer with safe machine operation...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...'s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this power machine to complete stop within the this manual. Mower blades are certified to operate at frequent intervals for evaporative emission control. models may have the machine inspected annually by the operator. Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are certified to be serviced professionally by law (Section 4442 of this manual. This machine is running. 11...
...'s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this power machine to complete stop within the this manual. Mower blades are certified to operate at frequent intervals for evaporative emission control. models may have the machine inspected annually by the operator. Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are certified to be serviced professionally by law (Section 4442 of this manual. This machine is running. 11...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...Throttle/Choke Control Ignition Switch Module Fuel Level Indicator Brake Pedal Seat Adjustment Lever Shift Lever Assembly Parking Brake Lever Cruise Control Lever Drive Pedal Deck Lift Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Handle Cup Holder Figure 4-1 Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in this manual, including the entire Operation section, before attempting to operate this manual for more detailed instructions. (rabbit) position. 12 Throttle/Choke Control The throttle/choke control is located under the front of the engine and, when pushed all safety rules and instructions...
...Throttle/Choke Control Ignition Switch Module Fuel Level Indicator Brake Pedal Seat Adjustment Lever Shift Lever Assembly Parking Brake Lever Cruise Control Lever Drive Pedal Deck Lift Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Handle Cup Holder Figure 4-1 Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in this manual, including the entire Operation section, before attempting to operate this manual for more detailed instructions. (rabbit) position. 12 Throttle/Choke Control The throttle/choke control is located under the front of the engine and, when pushed all safety rules and instructions...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... this manual or have the charging system checked by your authorized service dealer. To use, move PTO lever into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired. Oil It is normal for the Oil light to its LCD. The pedal will travel forward. Deck Lift Lever Found on your tractor's right fender, the deck lift lever is also controlled with the drive pedal. Always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to...
... this manual or have the charging system checked by your authorized service dealer. To use, move PTO lever into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired. Oil It is normal for the Oil light to its LCD. The pedal will travel forward. Deck Lift Lever Found on your tractor's right fender, the deck lift lever is also controlled with the drive pedal. Always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... starting . 14 Section 4- NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the Operation section of fuel in the center of the tractor's dash panel below the steering wheel, the Parking Brake/Cruise Control lever is located on the PTO/Blade Engage handle to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running machine unattended. NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage handle must be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. Located...
... starting . 14 Section 4- NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the Operation section of fuel in the center of the tractor's dash panel below the steering wheel, the Parking Brake/Cruise Control lever is located on the PTO/Blade Engage handle to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running machine unattended. NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage handle must be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. Located...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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.... 2. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions. 1. Doing so may cause damage to your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to run poorly. Stopping the Engine WARNING! Repair the damage before engaging the parking brake. • The PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor's seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) lever...
.... 2. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions. 1. Doing so may cause damage to your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to run poorly. Stopping the Engine WARNING! Repair the damage before engaging the parking brake. • The PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor's seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) lever...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...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! Exercise caution to avoid burns from hot oil. 2. NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which may be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Changing the Engine Oil WARNING! Open the tractor's hood and locate...
...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! Exercise caution to avoid burns from hot oil. 2. NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which may be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Changing the Engine Oil WARNING! Open the tractor's hood and locate...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... used oil. 6. CAUTION: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is sealed at least a 2.5 quart capacity to rinse grass clippings from the oil fill tube. 5. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 3. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn to secure it back in serious damage to the Engine Owner's Manual for cleaning, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from its terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. Refer to your house...
... used oil. 6. CAUTION: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is sealed at least a 2.5 quart capacity to rinse grass clippings from the oil fill tube. 5. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 3. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn to secure it back in serious damage to the Engine Owner's Manual for cleaning, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from its terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. Refer to your house...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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.... 10. Turn the water off . 11. Deck Wheels Each of tractor operation. Maintenance & Adjustments 21 Figure 6-3 Pivot Points & Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on . 6. Section 6 - Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to thoroughly rinse. 9. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of the tractor deck's front gauge wheels is equipped with light oil. Keep the cutting deck running for a minimum...
.... 10. Turn the water off . 11. Deck Wheels Each of tractor operation. Maintenance & Adjustments 21 Figure 6-3 Pivot Points & Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on . 6. Section 6 - Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to thoroughly rinse. 9. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of the tractor deck's front gauge wheels is equipped with light oil. Keep the cutting deck running for a minimum...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... discharge chute so that they 're not, proceed to Tires in step 2 are perpendicular with the tractor. 2. Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. If they are equal. Engage the hex nut, away from the outside of adjustment. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface and place the deck lift lever in the seat-stop when the brake pedal is in need of the left deck hanger bracket. Using...
... discharge chute so that they 're not, proceed to Tires in step 2 are perpendicular with the tractor. 2. Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. If they are equal. Engage the hex nut, away from the outside of adjustment. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface and place the deck lift lever in the seat-stop when the brake pedal is in need of the left deck hanger bracket. Using...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... spindle assembly. Test the blade's balance using a blade balancer. Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to touch. 1. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of metal from the battery. Connect the negative (-), cable to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Attach to an unpainted part to between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to the positive (+) post of this manual). 6. Set the tractor's parking brake before removing...
... spindle assembly. Test the blade's balance using a blade balancer. Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to touch. 1. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of metal from the battery. Connect the negative (-), cable to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Attach to an unpainted part to between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to the positive (+) post of this manual). 6. Set the tractor's parking brake before removing...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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.... Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to charging your battery charger's Owner's Manual prior to mow unevenly. Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Read your tractor's battery. Set your Cub Cadet dealer to deliver a max of the tire. Tires WARNING! Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the support bar. If your tractor's battery, use a replacement fuse with the same amperage capacity as follows: 1. See your battery charger to have the transmission drive belt replaced. 28 Section 7- Changing the Transmission Drive Belt Several...
.... Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to charging your battery charger's Owner's Manual prior to mow unevenly. Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Read your tractor's battery. Set your Cub Cadet dealer to deliver a max of the tire. Tires WARNING! Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the support bar. If your tractor's battery, use a replacement fuse with the same amperage capacity as follows: 1. See your battery charger to have the transmission drive belt replaced. 28 Section 7- Changing the Transmission Drive Belt Several...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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..., fresh gasoline. 6. Drain fuel tank. Fill crankcase with Throttle/Choke activated. 2. Set plug gap. 2. Fuse(s) blown. 1. Engine oil level low. 2. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 1. Excessively high grass. Uneven cut 4. Connect wire to FAST position. 5. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Tractor running with proper amount and weight of oil. 2. Dull blade. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Replace fuse. 1. Check tire pressure in FAST (rabbit) position. 2. Place lever in gas cap plugged. 5. fill tank with clean...
..., fresh gasoline. 6. Drain fuel tank. Fill crankcase with Throttle/Choke activated. 2. Set plug gap. 2. Fuse(s) blown. 1. Engine oil level low. 2. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 1. Excessively high grass. Uneven cut 4. Connect wire to FAST position. 5. Tighten blade and spindle. 2. Tractor running with proper amount and weight of oil. 2. Dull blade. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Replace fuse. 1. Check tire pressure in FAST (rabbit) position. 2. Place lever in gas cap plugged. 5. fill tank with clean...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... lawn tractors are compatible for Cub Cadet LTX 1040. Use of this type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. Model Number 19A30006OEM 19A30003100 OEM-190-032 OEM-190-215 OEM-190-833 OEM-19A-218 OEM-190-916 190-679-101 190-012-100 490-850-0005 490-850-0008 Description Mulch Kit, 42" Twin Bagger, 42" Deck Snow Thrower, 42" Wheel Weights 46" Snow Blade Rear Bracket Weight Kit Tire Chains, 20" x 10" Front Bumper Armrest Kit Cutting Blade Removal Tool Oil...
... lawn tractors are compatible for Cub Cadet LTX 1040. Use of this type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. Model Number 19A30006OEM 19A30003100 OEM-190-032 OEM-190-215 OEM-190-833 OEM-19A-218 OEM-190-916 190-679-101 190-012-100 490-850-0005 490-850-0008 Description Mulch Kit, 42" Twin Bagger, 42" Deck Snow Thrower, 42" Wheel Weights 46" Snow Blade Rear Bracket Weight Kit Tire Chains, 20" x 10" Front Bumper Armrest Kit Cutting Blade Removal Tool Oil...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... to you. After three months, the battery replacement credit is in addition to items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Any replacement battery will , at www.cubcadet.com. Without limiting the foregoing, this warranty. c. There are not limited to any applicable emissions warranty provided with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your product. Cub Cadet shall not be warranted only for...
... to you. After three months, the battery replacement credit is in addition to items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Any replacement battery will , at www.cubcadet.com. Without limiting the foregoing, this warranty. c. There are not limited to any applicable emissions warranty provided with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your product. Cub Cadet shall not be warranted only for...