Series 1000 Brochure
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... The Series 1000 is the most advanced lawn tractor 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 all -day.... 567 lbs. 16" x 7.5" 23" x 10.5" 2.1 qt. 49" 68" 587 lbs. 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 54" heavy-duty triple blades 12-gauge steel 4 wheels 50" heavy-duty triple blades 54" heavy-...
... The Series 1000 is the most advanced lawn tractor 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 all -day.... 567 lbs. 16" x 7.5" 23" x 10.5" 2.1 qt. 49" 68" 587 lbs. 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 54" heavy-duty triple blades 12-gauge steel 4 wheels 50" heavy-duty triple blades 54" heavy-...
Series 1000 Brochure
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... 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 1045 19 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® single-cylinder OHV 18 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV 20...
... 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 1045 19 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® single-cylinder OHV 18 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV 20...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...practices in 5. Engine Exhaust, some of its proper place. 11. This machine was built to be operated according to ricochet back quickly. Remove all controls and their proper operation. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the foreign objects which , if not followed, could result...and the like. Thrown objects which may result in this 8. by machine and in movable parts. Never allow children under the cutting deck. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Be aware of age to avoid discharge of the operator can result in operation. When you see this...
...practices in 5. Engine Exhaust, some of its proper place. 11. This machine was built to be operated according to ricochet back quickly. Remove all controls and their proper operation. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the foreign objects which , if not followed, could result...and the like. Thrown objects which may result in this 8. by machine and in movable parts. Never allow children under the cutting deck. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Be aware of age to avoid discharge of the operator can result in operation. When you see this...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...factor related to overturn). 4 Section 2 - Reduced traction could tip over accidents which could result in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before turning. When going down the slope. 25. 12. This machine is greater than 5 degrees. until the blade(s) come to a...to operate the riding mower safely enough to stop before and while 1. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for this machine on the mower deck presenting a potential fire 3. These operators should not be pushed 6. Do not shift to mow through 2. Mow only in speed or...
...factor related to overturn). 4 Section 2 - Reduced traction could tip over accidents which could result in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before turning. When going down the slope. 25. 12. This machine is greater than 5 degrees. until the blade(s) come to a...to operate the riding mower safely enough to stop before and while 1. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for this machine on the mower deck presenting a potential fire 3. These operators should not be pushed 6. Do not shift to mow through 2. Mow only in speed or...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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See Figure 3-1. 2. The shipping brace is off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before operating your thumb and index finger and rotating it between your lawn tractor. The mowing deck is capable of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • • One Lawn Tractor Operator's ...! Locate the shipping brace, if present, and warning tag found on the right side of the cutting deck. Remove and discard the shipping brace before removing the shipping brace. 1. Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could ...
See Figure 3-1. 2. The shipping brace is off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before operating your thumb and index finger and rotating it between your lawn tractor. The mowing deck is capable of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • • One Lawn Tractor Operator's ...! Locate the shipping brace, if present, and warning tag found on the right side of the cutting deck. Remove and discard the shipping brace before removing the shipping brace. 1. Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could ...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...sidewall of tires for contact or excessive clearance with the bolt and hex nut. Remove the front and rear gauge wheels by removing the lock nuts and shoulder screws which secure them to Leveling the Deck in the normally desired mowing height setting (any of the wheel and the ...battery is put into the index hole that leaves approximately ½" between ¼" and ½" clearance above the ground: 3. Refer to the deck. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive battery terminal and attach the red cable to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after ...
...sidewall of tires for contact or excessive clearance with the bolt and hex nut. Remove the front and rear gauge wheels by removing the lock nuts and shoulder screws which secure them to Leveling the Deck in the normally desired mowing height setting (any of the wheel and the ...battery is put into the index hole that leaves approximately ½" between ¼" and ½" clearance above the ground: 3. Refer to the deck. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive battery terminal and attach the red cable to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after ...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...it displays an hour glass and the hours of the tractor, along the running machine unattended. Ignition Switch Module WARNING! To stop engine and remove key to shift the tractor's drive from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). Ground speed is used to prevent unintended starting.... Never leave a running board. Drive Pedal The drive pedal is in the Operation section of the cutting deck. Deck Lift Lever Found on your application. The pedal will also remind the operator of maintenance intervals for your tractor's right fender, the...
...it displays an hour glass and the hours of the tractor, along the running machine unattended. Ignition Switch Module WARNING! To stop engine and remove key to shift the tractor's drive from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, etc.). Ground speed is used to prevent unintended starting.... Never leave a running board. Drive Pedal The drive pedal is in the Operation section of the cutting deck. Deck Lift Lever Found on your application. The pedal will also remind the operator of maintenance intervals for your tractor's right fender, the...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...Control Lever PTO / Blade Engage Handle Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting the engine. NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage handle must... be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. Pull the PTO/ Blade Engage handle back to disengage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available)...
...Control Lever PTO / Blade Engage Handle Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting the engine. NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage handle must... be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. Pull the PTO/ Blade Engage handle back to disengage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available)...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running machine unattended. If it doesn't, the cruise control is necessary to stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Setting The Cruise Control WARNING! Repeat steps 1 through 4 to engage the cruise control. NOTE: Cruise control ...raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the left foot, and hold it in the notch best suited for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on inclines with a slope in that position. 2. Remove your application. ...
...if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running machine unattended. If it doesn't, the cruise control is necessary to stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Setting The Cruise Control WARNING! Repeat steps 1 through 4 to engage the cruise control. NOTE: Cruise control ...raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the left foot, and hold it in the notch best suited for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on inclines with a slope in that position. 2. Remove your application. ...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...systems which may be changed at the bottom of the crankcase. NOTE: The oil filter should be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. To complete an oil change interval. Before performing any engine repair establishment or individual. Run the engine for...Deck Spindles P P Lube Pedal Pivot Points P P Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap PP Replace Fuel Filter P Maintenance WARNING! Changing the Engine Oil WARNING! Engine Refer to prevent unintended starting. Warm oil will be performed by any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove...
...systems which may be changed at the bottom of the crankcase. NOTE: The oil filter should be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. To complete an oil change interval. Before performing any engine repair establishment or individual. Run the engine for...Deck Spindles P P Lube Pedal Pivot Points P P Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap PP Replace Fuel Filter P Maintenance WARNING! Changing the Engine Oil WARNING! Engine Refer to prevent unintended starting. Warm oil will be performed by any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... a light coat of corrosive chemicals. CAUTION: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is directed AWAY from your garden hose. 20 Section 6 - Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. The engine is equipped with your tractor's Operator's ..., followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. Wash hands after handling. The battery is sealed and is maintenancefree. Smart Jet Your tractor's deck is equipped with at the factory and is maintenance-free. Use the Smart Jet to collect the used oil. 6. Disengage the PTO (...
... a light coat of corrosive chemicals. CAUTION: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is directed AWAY from your garden hose. 20 Section 6 - Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. The engine is equipped with your tractor's Operator's ..., followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. Wash hands after handling. The battery is sealed and is maintenancefree. Smart Jet Your tractor's deck is equipped with at the factory and is maintenance-free. Use the Smart Jet to collect the used oil. 6. Disengage the PTO (...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the tractor deck...'s front gauge wheels is equipped with the Smart Jet system, return to the water port on your deck with ... your deck's surface. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to thoroughly dry. Deck Wheels Each of the cutting deck to ...(Blade Engage) into the ON position. 8. After cleaning your deck's surface. Maintenance & Adjustments 21 Section 6 - Front Wheels ...of the cutting deck to prevent unintended starting. Lubrication WARNING! Keep the cutting deck running for a ...
... deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the tractor deck...'s front gauge wheels is equipped with the Smart Jet system, return to the water port on your deck with ... your deck's surface. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to thoroughly dry. Deck Wheels Each of the cutting deck to ...(Blade Engage) into the ON position. 8. After cleaning your deck's surface. Maintenance & Adjustments 21 Section 6 - Front Wheels ...of the cutting deck to prevent unintended starting. Lubrication WARNING! Keep the cutting deck running for a ...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...your Cub Cadet dealer to have the brake properly adjusted. Park the tractor parked on seat until it is in the middle position. 2. Both measurements taken should be adjusted to level the deck from the outside of the cutting deck is achieved. Hex Bolt Adjustment Gear Figure 6-5 The deck is ...be between 1⁄4-inch and 3⁄8-inch lower than the second measurement. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the ...
...your Cub Cadet dealer to have the brake properly adjusted. Park the tractor parked on seat until it is in the middle position. 2. Both measurements taken should be adjusted to level the deck from the outside of the cutting deck is achieved. Hex Bolt Adjustment Gear Figure 6-5 The deck is ...be between 1⁄4-inch and 3⁄8-inch lower than the second measurement. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the ...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... the tractor, locate the deck support pin on the rear left side to Figure 7-1: a. Never place your tractor. Pull the belt keeper rod to the right and down to remove. Service Cutting Deck Removal 1. Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the deck idler bracket and pivot it... to be easily removed from around the tractor's engine pulley. Deck Idler Bracket Figure 7-1 4. Remove the belt guard and belt as follows...
... the tractor, locate the deck support pin on the rear left side to Figure 7-1: a. Never place your tractor. Pull the belt keeper rod to the right and down to remove. Service Cutting Deck Removal 1. Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the deck idler bracket and pivot it... to be easily removed from around the tractor's engine pulley. Deck Idler Bracket Figure 7-1 4. Remove the belt guard and belt as follows...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... the belt keeper rod loosened earlier. 6. See Figure 7-3. Deck Idler Pulley Figure 7-6 Section 7 - Remove the deck as follows: 1. Deck Lift Arm Deck Support Pin Figure 7-5 Figure 7-3 Changing the Deck Belt 7. Remove the spring from the deck lift arm. See Figure 7-6. Pull the deck support pin outward to the deck. Carefully remove the deck engage cable from underneath the tractor. 12. Repeat the...
... the belt keeper rod loosened earlier. 6. See Figure 7-3. Deck Idler Pulley Figure 7-6 Section 7 - Remove the deck as follows: 1. Deck Lift Arm Deck Support Pin Figure 7-5 Figure 7-3 Changing the Deck Belt 7. Remove the spring from the deck lift arm. See Figure 7-6. Pull the deck support pin outward to the deck. Carefully remove the deck engage cable from underneath the tractor. 12. Repeat the...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... using heavy gloves when grasping the blade 6. WARNING! See Figure 7-4. 26 Section 7- Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier. Remove the deck from around the two outer spindle pulleys as follows. See Figure 7-1. Protect your hands by routing the belt around the two spindle.... 10. Service 3. It may also be necessary to loosen the hex nut on the left idler pulley to expose its underside. Cutting Deck Removal earlier in Figure 7-7. See Figure 7-6. 5. Periodically inspect the blade and/or spindle for Figure 7-7 sharpening or replacement. Place the belt ...
... using heavy gloves when grasping the blade 6. WARNING! See Figure 7-4. 26 Section 7- Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier. Remove the deck from around the two outer spindle pulleys as follows. See Figure 7-1. Protect your hands by routing the belt around the two spindle.... 10. Service 3. It may also be necessary to loosen the hex nut on the left idler pulley to expose its underside. Cutting Deck Removal earlier in Figure 7-7. See Figure 7-6. 5. Periodically inspect the blade and/or spindle for Figure 7-7 sharpening or replacement. Place the belt ...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as instructed in the Operation section of metal from the battery. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of this manual). 6. Jump Starting WARNING! Do...- NOTE: When replacing the blade, be sure to the positive (+) post of the blade marked ''Bottom'' (or with new ones. 5. CAUTION: If removing the battery, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from the heavy side until it ) facing the ground when the mower is in personal injury. 5. Connect the...
... tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as instructed in the Operation section of metal from the battery. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of this manual). 6. Jump Starting WARNING! Do...- NOTE: When replacing the blade, be sure to the positive (+) post of the blade marked ''Bottom'' (or with new ones. 5. CAUTION: If removing the battery, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from the heavy side until it ) facing the ground when the mower is in personal injury. 5. Connect the...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...the tire. Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to have the transmission drive belt replaced. 28 Section 7- Always follow its instructions and heed its warnings...than eight hours. If your tractor's engine will not crank, first check to be removed and special tools used in your Cub Cadet dealer to prevent unintended starting. A 20 Amp fuse is not automatic, charge for ...Charging WARNING! Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to change the tractor's transmission drive belt. Tires WARNING!
...the tire. Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to have the transmission drive belt replaced. 28 Section 7- Always follow its instructions and heed its warnings...than eight hours. If your tractor's engine will not crank, first check to be removed and special tools used in your Cub Cadet dealer to prevent unintended starting. A 20 Amp fuse is not automatic, charge for ...Charging WARNING! Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to change the tractor's transmission drive belt. Tires WARNING!
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...of oil. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 4. Spark plug wires loose. 3. Dirty air cleaner. 1. Excessive vibration Mower will not mulch grass 1. Deck not leveled properly. 2. Drain fuel tank. Remove spark plug and reset the gap. 1. Replace air cleaner element and/or clean pre-cleaner. 1. Place Throttle/Choke control in fuel system... 2. Replace fuse. 1. Engine oil level low. 2. Tractor running with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas. 6. Place Throttle/Choke lever to -side deck adjustment. 2. PTO/Blade Engage lever engaged. 2. Refill with throttle in . 2.
...of oil. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 4. Spark plug wires loose. 3. Dirty air cleaner. 1. Excessive vibration Mower will not mulch grass 1. Deck not leveled properly. 2. Drain fuel tank. Remove spark plug and reset the gap. 1. Replace air cleaner element and/or clean pre-cleaner. 1. Place Throttle/Choke control in fuel system... 2. Replace fuse. 1. Engine oil level low. 2. Tractor running with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas. 6. Place Throttle/Choke lever to -side deck adjustment. 2. PTO/Blade Engage lever engaged. 2. Refill with throttle in . 2.
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...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 Siphon 32 Use of this type of ground-engaging ... and accessories are NOT designed for use with any type of equipment WILL void the tractor's warranty. CAUTION: Cub Cadet Series 1000 lawn tractors are compatible for information regarding price and availability. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for Cub Cadet LTX 1040.
...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 Siphon 32 Use of this type of ground-engaging ... and accessories are NOT designed for use with any type of equipment WILL void the tractor's warranty. CAUTION: Cub Cadet Series 1000 lawn tractors are compatible for information regarding price and availability. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for Cub Cadet LTX 1040.