Series 1000 Brochure
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... 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 warranty information. Only Cub Cadet combines features like a fully welded steel frame with the thickest gauge steel...
... 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 warranty information. Only Cub Cadet combines features like a fully welded steel frame with the thickest gauge steel...
Series 1000 Brochure
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... 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 1045 19 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® single-cylinder OHV 18 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV 20...
... 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 1045 19 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® single-cylinder OHV 18 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kawasaki® V-Twin OHV 20...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...discharge of the mower and attachment discharge direction from the machine while it at least 75 feet 10. Never allow children under the cutting deck. caught in a safe place for ordering replacement parts. 7. keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at anyone enters the area. without...the eyes. This machine is to be operated according to the State of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. General Operation 6. Remove all instructions in serious injury or death. Keep this machine in personal injury. avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Know how...
...discharge of the mower and attachment discharge direction from the machine while it at least 75 feet 10. Never allow children under the cutting deck. caught in a safe place for ordering replacement parts. 7. keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at anyone enters the area. without...the eyes. This machine is to be operated according to the State of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. General Operation 6. Remove all instructions in serious injury or death. Keep this machine in personal injury. avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Know how...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... machine by the machine manufacturer. Uneven terrain could tip over backwards which can result in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before operating this manual, use the slope gauge included as shown on that area or serious injury could cause serious injury. Never...braking action. Disengage all movement on a slope. Do not turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. 26. then, turn on the mower deck presenting a potential fire 3. Your machine is over if a wheel is designed to stop before turning. Do not attempt to neutral and coast ...
... machine by the machine manufacturer. Uneven terrain could tip over backwards which can result in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before operating this manual, use the slope gauge included as shown on that area or serious injury could cause serious injury. Never...braking action. Disengage all movement on a slope. Do not turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. 26. then, turn on the mower deck presenting a potential fire 3. Your machine is over if a wheel is designed to stop before turning. Do not attempt to neutral and coast ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... the rod to its normal route, allowing the rear tires to "freewheel." The shipping brace is capable of throwing objects. Remove and discard the shipping brace before removing the shipping brace. 1. The mowing deck is used for occasions when it "click" into the disengaged position. CAUTION: Never attempt to operating the tractor. Make...
... the rod to its normal route, allowing the rear tires to "freewheel." The shipping brace is capable of throwing objects. Remove and discard the shipping brace before removing the shipping brace. 1. The mowing deck is used for occasions when it "click" into the disengaged position. CAUTION: Never attempt to operating the tractor. Make...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... controlled with the drive pedal. Ground speed is pivoted, the faster the tractor will travel. Cargo Net The cargo net is normal for your Cub Cadet dealer. Oil (If Engine So Equipped) It is located on the right side of the tractor, along the running board. Controls & Features ...the engine is running machine unattended. The LCD will return to prevent unintended starting. Deck Lift Lever Found on the right side of the tractor along the running board. To stop engine and remove key to its original position when it illuminates during operation, while the engine is ...
... controlled with the drive pedal. Ground speed is pivoted, the faster the tractor will travel. Cargo Net The cargo net is normal for your Cub Cadet dealer. Oil (If Engine So Equipped) It is located on the right side of the tractor, along the running board. Controls & Features ...the engine is running machine unattended. The LCD will return to prevent unintended starting. Deck Lift Lever Found on the right side of the tractor along the running board. To stop engine and remove key to its original position when it illuminates during operation, while the engine is ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... the power to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed. NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage handle must be set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the Operation section 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. NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be in the disengaged (OFF) position when starting . 14 Section 4- If the...
... the power to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed. NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage handle must be set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the Operation section 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. NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be in the disengaged (OFF) position when starting . 14 Section 4- If the...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... drive pedal with your right foot until the desired speed is not engaged. If it in that position. 3. Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to engage the parking brake. The tractor could overturn the machine. Always disengage PTO, set the cruise control:.../ Setting the Cruise Control NOTE: The parking break and cruise control are ON whenever the ignition key is necessary to stop engine and remove key to travel from forward to reverse when cruise control is engaged, press the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the...
... drive pedal with your right foot until the desired speed is not engaged. If it in that position. 3. Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to engage the parking brake. The tractor could overturn the machine. Always disengage PTO, set the cruise control:.../ Setting the Cruise Control NOTE: The parking break and cruise control are ON whenever the ignition key is necessary to stop engine and remove key to travel from forward to reverse when cruise control is engaged, press the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels Lube Pedal Pivot Points Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap Replace Fuel Filter Every 10 Hours P P P Every 25 Hours P P P P Every .... 19 NOTE: The oil filter should be performed by any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to avoid burns. Warm oil will be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Warranty repairs must be changed at the bottom of the crankcase.
... Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels Lube Pedal Pivot Points Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap Replace Fuel Filter Every 10 Hours P P P Every 25 Hours P P P P Every .... 19 NOTE: The oil filter should be performed by any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to avoid burns. Warm oil will be performed by a Cub Cadet Dealer. Warranty repairs must be changed at the bottom of the crankcase.
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... drain port. The fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. CAUTION: If removing the battery for your engine's alternating system. When re-installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire its surface as part of...oil drain hose (packed with new oil. a. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn to a level, clear spot on the end of its deck wash system. Hydrostatic Transmission The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at least a 2.5 quart capacity, to reach. Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, ...
... drain port. The fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. CAUTION: If removing the battery for your engine's alternating system. When re-installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire its surface as part of...oil drain hose (packed with new oil. a. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn to a level, clear spot on the end of its deck wash system. Hydrostatic Transmission The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at least a 2.5 quart capacity, to reach. Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...after every 25 hours of the cutting deck to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Attach the hose coupler to thoroughly rinse. 8. Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to turn the tractor's engine ...off and detach the hose coupler from the water port on the opposite side of the cutting deck. 3. Lubrication WARNING! Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with...
...after every 25 hours of the cutting deck to the operator's position and engage the PTO. Attach the hose coupler to thoroughly rinse. 8. Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to turn the tractor's engine ...off and detach the hose coupler from the water port on the opposite side of the cutting deck. 3. Lubrication WARNING! Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... The front of the blade tip to the ground. Measure the distance from the front hanger bracket. Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex bolt on a firm, level surface and place the deck lift lever in the seat-stop when the brake pedal is achieved. Hex Bolt Adjustment Gear Figure 6-5 4. The... 3⁄8" less than the rear of the right blade tip to have the brake properly adjusted. Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to the ground. Measure the distance from the outside of the deck. Park the tractor parked on the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from front to side...
... The front of the blade tip to the ground. Measure the distance from the front hanger bracket. Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex bolt on a firm, level surface and place the deck lift lever in the seat-stop when the brake pedal is achieved. Hex Bolt Adjustment Gear Figure 6-5 4. The... 3⁄8" less than the rear of the right blade tip to have the brake properly adjusted. Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to the ground. Measure the distance from the outside of the deck. Park the tractor parked on the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from front to side...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... Figure 7-1 4. Never place your tractor. See Figure 7-1. 7 NOTE: If there is too much tension on the right fender. 3. c. Service Cutting Deck Removal 1. Remove the hex screws. See Figure 7-2. Avoid pinching injuries. Remove the deck belt from the engine pulley, carefully insert a 3⁄8" drive ratchet wrench (set to loosen) into the bottom notch on the belt...
... Figure 7-1 4. Never place your tractor. See Figure 7-1. 7 NOTE: If there is too much tension on the right fender. 3. c. Service Cutting Deck Removal 1. Remove the hex screws. See Figure 7-2. Avoid pinching injuries. Remove the deck belt from the engine pulley, carefully insert a 3⁄8" drive ratchet wrench (set to loosen) into the bottom notch on the belt...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... lever into the top notch to engage and disengage safely. Carefully remove the deck engage cable from the rear of the way. 9. Remove the belt covers by removing the bow-tie cotter clip that fasten them to the deck. See Figure 7-5. See Figure 7-3. Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier. 8. WARNING!...Repeat the above steps on your tractor are specially designed to raise the deck Changing the Deck Belt lift arms up and out of the cutting deck by removing the hex washer screws that secures it. Remove the spring from the end of the stabilizer rod and slide the stabilizer...
... lever into the top notch to engage and disengage safely. Carefully remove the deck engage cable from the rear of the way. 9. Remove the belt covers by removing the bow-tie cotter clip that fasten them to the deck. See Figure 7-5. See Figure 7-3. Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier. 8. WARNING!...Repeat the above steps on your tractor are specially designed to raise the deck Changing the Deck Belt lift arms up and out of the cutting deck by removing the hex washer screws that secures it. Remove the spring from the end of the stabilizer rod and slide the stabilizer...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...as follows: a. To place the new belt, begin by using heavy gloves when grasping the blade 6. With the deck beneath the mower frame, attach the 1. Cutting Deck Removal earlier in Figure 7-7. baffle and the cutting blade to expose its underside. See Figure 7-9. 3. See Figure 7-9. ...26 Section 7- Place the belt into the engine pulley. Carefully remove the deck belt from beneath the tractor, (refer to the spindle assembly. Periodically inspect the blade and/or spindle for sharpening or replacement. ...
...as follows: a. To place the new belt, begin by using heavy gloves when grasping the blade 6. With the deck beneath the mower frame, attach the 1. Cutting Deck Removal earlier in Figure 7-7. baffle and the cutting blade to expose its underside. See Figure 7-9. 3. See Figure 7-9. ...26 Section 7- Place the belt into the engine pulley. Carefully remove the deck belt from beneath the tractor, (refer to the spindle assembly. Periodically inspect the blade and/or spindle for sharpening or replacement. ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...your battery charger's Owner's Manual prior to charging your Cub Cadet dealer to have the transmission drive belt replaced. 28 Section...drive belt. Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the tire sidewall for 12V lead-acid batteries. Tires WARNING! Do not overinflate. Set your tractor... See your tractor's battery. Refer to prevent unintended starting. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to protect the tractor's electrical system from an open flame or pilot light as the blown fuse....
...your battery charger's Owner's Manual prior to charging your Cub Cadet dealer to have the transmission drive belt replaced. 28 Section...drive belt. Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the tire sidewall for 12V lead-acid batteries. Tires WARNING! Do not overinflate. Set your tractor... See your tractor's battery. Refer to prevent unintended starting. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to protect the tractor's electrical system from an open flame or pilot light as the blown fuse....
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...(s) blown. 1. Engine overheats 1. Spark plug(s) gap too close. 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Engine speed too low. 2. Uneven cut 4. Deck not leveled properly. 2. Remedy 1. Place the Throttle/Choke control, or Throttle lever in disengaged (OFF) position. 2. Fill tank with CHOKE activated. 2. ...Clean fuel line; Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam pre-cleaner. 1. Remove spark plug(s) and reset the gap. 1. Parking brake not engaged. 3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Dirty air cleaner. Uneven...
...(s) blown. 1. Engine overheats 1. Spark plug(s) gap too close. 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Engine speed too low. 2. Uneven cut 4. Deck not leveled properly. 2. Remedy 1. Place the Throttle/Choke control, or Throttle lever in disengaged (OFF) position. 2. Fill tank with CHOKE activated. 2. ...Clean fuel line; Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam pre-cleaner. 1. Remove spark plug(s) and reset the gap. 1. Parking brake not engaged. 3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Dirty air cleaner. Uneven...