Series 1000 Brochure
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...Cub Cadet Independent Dealer for warranty details. 773-05145 Printed 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...manufacturer †See your Cub Cadet Independent Dealer or operator's manual. 3 years or 120...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 all new Cub Cadet...
...Cub Cadet Independent Dealer for warranty details. 773-05145 Printed 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...manufacturer †See your Cub Cadet Independent Dealer or operator's manual. 3 years or 120...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 all new Cub Cadet...
Series 1000 Brochure
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...; 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 HP* Cub Cadet®... make a smart choice even smarter. Flywheel alternator Standard Digital hour meter, change oil service minder, battery voltage monitor, park brake and PTO start sequence LEDs Neutral start ,...RevTEK™ reverse mowing technology OPERATION PTO Clutch Deck Lift Brakes Seat Manual lever control Manual/12-position Electronic fingertip engagement for smooth operation of deck or attachments...
...; 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 HP* Cub Cadet®... make a smart choice even smarter. Flywheel alternator Standard Digital hour meter, change oil service minder, battery voltage monitor, park brake and PTO start sequence LEDs Neutral start ,...RevTEK™ reverse mowing technology OPERATION PTO Clutch Deck Lift Brakes Seat Manual lever control Manual/12-position Electronic fingertip engagement for smooth operation of deck or attachments...
Series 1000 Warranty Information
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.... This warranty is altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with your local authorized service dealer. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019, Phone: 1-877-282-8684 MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238 Cub Cadet warrants this manual will be liable for any warranty for products sold . Normal wear parts include...
.... This warranty is altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with your local authorized service dealer. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019, Phone: 1-877-282-8684 MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238 Cub Cadet warrants this manual will be liable for any warranty for products sold . Normal wear parts include...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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LTX1040 WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Lawn Tractor - BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08374 (November 1, 2012) Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O.
LTX1040 WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Lawn Tractor - BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08374 (November 1, 2012) Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O.
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...at all references to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of printing. If you have difficulty assembling this manual, all times. Throughout this product or have any questions regarding the...the options below: ◊ Visit us on this manual frequently to do so could result in this manual is responsible for all times. Please read this machine, you can locate the model plate by Cub Cadet. Cub Cadet reserves the right to provide excellent performance when properly ...
...at all references to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of printing. If you have difficulty assembling this manual, all times. Throughout this product or have any questions regarding the...the options below: ◊ Visit us on this manual frequently to do so could result in this manual is responsible for all times. Please read this machine, you can locate the model plate by Cub Cadet. Cub Cadet reserves the right to provide excellent performance when properly ...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...sloped or hilly area. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. Muffler and engine become hot and can change the stability of this manual to measure slopes before attempting to neutral and coast downhill. Disengage all attachment clutches, depress the brake Do Not: pedal completely ... riding mower safely enough to a complete stop engine and wait 3. Do not shift to start engine. 1. For your customer service representative for traffic when operating near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. Check overhead clearances carefully before and while 1. Use extra care...
...sloped or hilly area. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. Muffler and engine become hot and can change the stability of this manual to measure slopes before attempting to neutral and coast downhill. Disengage all attachment clutches, depress the brake Do Not: pedal completely ... riding mower safely enough to a complete stop engine and wait 3. Do not shift to start engine. 1. For your customer service representative for traffic when operating near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. Check overhead clearances carefully before and while 1. Use extra care...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... vapors are around. Travel slowly and allow children under 14 years of the machine. a. Always place containers on slopes. 3. If this manual and on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked... debris. d. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of children. l. m. General Service 1. Children are often attracted to allow children or others are explosive. d. To avoid back-over fill fuel tank. g. h. Towing 1. Make wide...
... vapors are around. Travel slowly and allow children under 14 years of the machine. a. Always place containers on slopes. 3. If this manual and on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked... debris. d. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of children. l. m. General Service 1. Children are often attracted to allow children or others are explosive. d. To avoid back-over fill fuel tank. g. h. Towing 1. Make wide...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...15. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this time frame, your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Tampering with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at unsafe speeds. may have ... with an internal combustion engine and should be serviced professionally by the operator. Federal laws apply on regular unleaded gasoline, and may also include a carbon canister. At the end of this manual and on or near any unimproved forest-covered,...
...15. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this time frame, your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Tampering with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at unsafe speeds. may have ... with an internal combustion engine and should be serviced professionally by the operator. Federal laws apply on regular unleaded gasoline, and may also include a carbon canister. At the end of this manual and on or near any unimproved forest-covered,...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... excessive clearance or contact with each gauge wheel) into service after handling. Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels (if equipped) Move the tractor on the right fender). 2. If the gauge wheels have between the bottom of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments. 10...compounds, chemicals known to the positive (+) battery terminal with the surface below. Wash hands after the date shown on your Operator's Manual prior to cause cancer and reproductive harm. The negative battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The tires on top/side of California ...
... excessive clearance or contact with each gauge wheel) into service after handling. Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels (if equipped) Move the tractor on the right fender). 2. If the gauge wheels have between the bottom of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments. 10...compounds, chemicals known to the positive (+) battery terminal with the surface below. Wash hands after the date shown on your Operator's Manual prior to cause cancer and reproductive harm. The negative battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The tires on top/side of California ...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... Always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop the engine, turn clockwise to illuminate while the engine is cranking during this Operator's Manual. Release the key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition key counterclockwise to prevent unintended starting. Ground speed is running , ...tractor's engine, depress the brake pedal. The Indicator Monitor will return to change the engine oil as described above for your authorized service dealer. Drive Pedal The drive pedal is used to its LCD. Brake If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the...
... Always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop the engine, turn clockwise to illuminate while the engine is cranking during this Operator's Manual. Release the key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition key counterclockwise to prevent unintended starting. Ground speed is running , ...tractor's engine, depress the brake pedal. The Indicator Monitor will return to change the engine oil as described above for your authorized service dealer. Drive Pedal The drive pedal is used to its LCD. Brake If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... the oil drain valve back in serious damage to the Engine Owner's Manual for your house, garage, parked cars, etc. 2. Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Engine Owner's Manual. 8. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine... Owner's Manual. Spark Plug The spark plug should be added. • Always keep debris from your garden...
... the oil drain valve back in serious damage to the Engine Owner's Manual for your house, garage, parked cars, etc. 2. Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Engine Owner's Manual. 8. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine... Owner's Manual. Spark Plug The spark plug should be added. • Always keep debris from your garden...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...in the middle position. 2. Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) The front of this manual for seat 2. Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. Park the tractor parked on seat until ... the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to a complete stop . NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before making adjustments. ...the deck lift lever in the middle position and rotate both blade tip measurements taken in the Service Section for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. 1. Using a wrench, raise or lower...
...in the middle position. 2. Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) The front of this manual for seat 2. Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. Park the tractor parked on seat until ... the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to a complete stop . NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before making adjustments. ...the deck lift lever in the middle position and rotate both blade tip measurements taken in the Service Section for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. 1. Using a wrench, raise or lower...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...: Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other fuel system components, serviced or replaced. c. Remove the hex nut below the of the right rim. Proper toe-in is achieved. Note the distance. Thread the ball ... to shorten the drag link. b. Behind the axle, measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the tractor. • Service the engine as instructed in the seperate engine manual. • Engines stored between 1⁄16" and 5⁄16" less than the other, or if the ball joints are...
...: Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other fuel system components, serviced or replaced. c. Remove the hex nut below the of the right rim. Proper toe-in is achieved. Note the distance. Thread the ball ... to shorten the drag link. b. Behind the axle, measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the tractor. • Service the engine as instructed in the seperate engine manual. • Engines stored between 1⁄16" and 5⁄16" less than the other, or if the ball joints are...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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..., replace the blades with the side of wood between 70 ft-lbs and 90 ft-lbs. Figure 7-10 CAUTION: If the cutting edge of this manual). 6. Start the tractor (as a stabilizer. See Figure 7-9. 3. A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration, may cause damage to maintain proper blade balance. CAUTION: Use a torque... of connection. Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to positive (+) post of your tractor. Connect the positive (+) cable to the spindle assembly. Service 27
..., replace the blades with the side of wood between 70 ft-lbs and 90 ft-lbs. Figure 7-10 CAUTION: If the cutting edge of this manual). 6. Start the tractor (as a stabilizer. See Figure 7-9. 3. A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration, may cause damage to maintain proper blade balance. CAUTION: Use a torque... of connection. Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to positive (+) post of your tractor. Connect the positive (+) cable to the spindle assembly. Service 27
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. Do not overinflate. Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to...automatic, charge the battery until the charger indicates that the fuse has not blown. Service It is not automatic, charge for an extended period of the dash panel on ... the same amperage capacity as on the sidewall of 10 amperes. 2. CAUTION: When charging your Cub Cadet dealer to protect the tractor's electrical system from an open flame or pilot light as the blown...
... water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. Do not overinflate. Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to...automatic, charge the battery until the charger indicates that the fuse has not blown. Service It is not automatic, charge for an extended period of the dash panel on ... the same amperage capacity as on the sidewall of 10 amperes. 2. CAUTION: When charging your Cub Cadet dealer to protect the tractor's electrical system from an open flame or pilot light as the blown...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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...parts. 9. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will not be charged for diagnostic labor that part as described in your owner's manual. The outdoor equipment engine owner will be warranted for the remaining warranty period. 3. Such use will be repaired or replaced by a ...equipment engine. The warranty repairs should however be aware that the outdoor equipment engine is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service. The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment engine is : Designed, built and equipped so as to conform with diagnosis ...
...parts. 9. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will not be charged for diagnostic labor that part as described in your owner's manual. The outdoor equipment engine owner will be warranted for the remaining warranty period. 3. Such use will be repaired or replaced by a ...equipment engine. The warranty repairs should however be aware that the outdoor equipment engine is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service. The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment engine is : Designed, built and equipped so as to conform with diagnosis ...
LTX 1040 Operator's Manual
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... are not limited to our website at www.cubcadet.com. Frame and Front Axle - Cub Cadet warrants attachments for this manual will , at P.O. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS, through Cub Cadet's authorized channels of express written warranty above exclusions or limitations may deny warranty coverage if...
... are not limited to our website at www.cubcadet.com. Frame and Front Axle - Cub Cadet warrants attachments for this manual will , at P.O. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS, through Cub Cadet's authorized channels of express written warranty above exclusions or limitations may deny warranty coverage if...
Parts Manual
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... IN REVERSE WITH MOWER BLADES ENGAGED. Labels 18 777D10279 Centered on Rear Fender PTO ON LO 777X42179 CONTACT THE CUB CADET CARE NETWORK FOR ALL YOUR SERVICE NEEDS 1-800-965-4CUB 4282 777I23139 HI PTO OFF DECK HEIGHT 777D12929 777S33189 DANGER ROTATING BLADES CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY... OR DEATH TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO START 1. LOWER DASH READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL PARKING CRUISE BRAKE CONTROL 777D12928 ...
... IN REVERSE WITH MOWER BLADES ENGAGED. Labels 18 777D10279 Centered on Rear Fender PTO ON LO 777X42179 CONTACT THE CUB CADET CARE NETWORK FOR ALL YOUR SERVICE NEEDS 1-800-965-4CUB 4282 777I23139 HI PTO OFF DECK HEIGHT 777D12929 777S33189 DANGER ROTATING BLADES CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY... OR DEATH TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO START 1. LOWER DASH READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL PARKING CRUISE BRAKE CONTROL 777D12928 ...