Series 1000 Brochure
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...-quality cut . An experience no tools required Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system 54" heavy-duty triple blades 11-gauge steel 4 wheels, 1 rear striping roller WARRANTY† 3-year/120-hr and 5-year/500-hr limited warranty †Cub Cadet will make it 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...
...-quality cut . An experience no tools required Patented SmartJet™ high-pressure deck washing system 54" heavy-duty triple blades 11-gauge steel 4 wheels, 1 rear striping roller WARRANTY† 3-year/120-hr and 5-year/500-hr limited warranty †Cub Cadet will make it 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...
Series 1000 Brochure
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... 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 1045...
... 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 1045...
Series 1000 Warranty Information
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... : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. You assume the risk and liability for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of original purchase or lease. Attachments include, but are warranted to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the following cases: a. c. Replacement parts and/or accessories that vary in material and workmanship for this warranty. Transportation charges and service calls. e. Cub Cadet warrants attachments...
... : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. You assume the risk and liability for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of original purchase or lease. Attachments include, but are warranted to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the following cases: a. c. Replacement parts and/or accessories that vary in material and workmanship for this warranty. Transportation charges and service calls. e. Cub Cadet warrants attachments...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... will be aware that you can locate the model plate by looking beneath the seat. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be sure that this Operator's Manual may not be found at the time 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 35 Spanish 36 Record Product Information...
... will be aware that you can locate the model plate by looking beneath the seat. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be sure that this Operator's Manual may not be found at the time 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 35 Spanish 36 Record Product Information...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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.... machine by putting your safety, use care and good judgment. themselves and others from the machine, which could result. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads and while not cutting grass. 14. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait 3. Avoid starting or stopping on the mower deck presenting a potential fire 3. Contact your customer service representative for traffic when operating near drop-offs, ditches...
.... machine by putting your safety, use care and good judgment. themselves and others from the machine, which could result. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads and while not cutting grass. 14. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait 3. Avoid starting or stopping on the mower deck presenting a potential fire 3. Contact your customer service representative for traffic when operating near drop-offs, ditches...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... operation. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to the machine and the mowing activity. Important Safe Operation Practices 5 Children are around. a. Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in handling gasoline. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towing. If this is hot or running engines. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine...
... operation. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to the machine and the mowing activity. Important Safe Operation Practices 5 Children are around. a. Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in handling gasoline. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towing. If this is hot or running engines. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as required. 5. "Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. 3. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of operation. Periodically check to make adjustments or repairs...
... spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as required. 5. "Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. 3. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of operation. Periodically check to make adjustments or repairs...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... route, allowing the rear tires to operate the riding mower without first opening the hydrostatic relief valve. Remove and discard the shipping brace before removing the shipping brace. 1. Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in serious damage to operating the tractor. See Fig. 3-1. 2. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • • One Lawn Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler Tractor Set-Up Moving The Tractor Manually Your tractor's transmission...
... route, allowing the rear tires to operate the riding mower without first opening the hydrostatic relief valve. Remove and discard the shipping brace before removing the shipping brace. 1. Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in serious damage to operating the tractor. See Fig. 3-1. 2. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • • One Lawn Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler Tractor Set-Up Moving The Tractor Manually Your tractor's transmission...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... Indicator Monitor Fuel Tank Cap Choke Control Throttle/Choke Control Ignition Switch Module Fuel Level Indicator Brake Pedal Cargo Net Seat Adjustment Lever Storage Bin Parking Brake/ Cruise Control Lever Drive Pedal Reverse Pedal Deck Lift Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Handle Cup Holder Figure 4-1 The Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Figure 4-1 and described on the left front side of the engine and, when pushed all the way forward, closes the choke for sudden stops or setting the parking brake. Throttle/Choke Control On some models, the Choke is always...
... Indicator Monitor Fuel Tank Cap Choke Control Throttle/Choke Control Ignition Switch Module Fuel Level Indicator Brake Pedal Cargo Net Seat Adjustment Lever Storage Bin Parking Brake/ Cruise Control Lever Drive Pedal Reverse Pedal Deck Lift Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Handle Cup Holder Figure 4-1 The Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Figure 4-1 and described on the left front side of the engine and, when pushed all the way forward, closes the choke for sudden stops or setting the parking brake. Throttle/Choke Control On some models, the Choke is always...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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..., change the height of this manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. Brake If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor's engine, move the lever to both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in the notch best suited for storage. Release the key into the disengaged (OFF) position. Press the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to the STOP position. Ground speed is...
..., change the height of this manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. Brake If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor's engine, move the lever to both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in the notch best suited for storage. Release the key into the disengaged (OFF) position. Press the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to the STOP position. Ground speed is...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control Refer to the Operation section of fuel in the gas tank. WARNING! Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running machine unattended. Pull the PTO/Blade Engage handle back to disengage the power to activate it. NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be 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...
... used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control Refer to the Operation section of fuel in the gas tank. WARNING! Always disengage PTO, set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running machine unattended. Pull the PTO/Blade Engage handle back to disengage the power to activate it. NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be 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...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... the operator. Engage the tractor's parking brake. 4. Repair the damage before engaging the parking brake. • The electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor's seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of this manual for any damage. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to activate the choke with a safety interlock system for your engine's electric starter. 6. WARNING! Insert the tractor key into the choke position. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the disengaged...
... the operator. Engage the tractor's parking brake. 4. Repair the damage before engaging the parking brake. • The electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor's seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of this manual for any damage. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to activate the choke with a safety interlock system for your engine's electric starter. 6. WARNING! Insert the tractor key into the choke position. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the disengaged...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... to avoid burns from hot oil. 2. Run the engine for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Before Each use Check Engine Oil Level P Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts P Clean and Re-oil Air Filter's Foam Precleaner 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...
... to avoid burns from hot oil. 2. Run the engine for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Before Each use Check Engine Oil Level P Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts P Clean and Re-oil Air Filter's Foam Precleaner 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...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... the drain port. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 2. 3. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from entering the drain port. 7. Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Kohler Owner's Manual. 8. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine Operator's Manual. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with this manual) onto the oil drain port. Push the oil drain hose (packed with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto...
... the drain port. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 2. 3. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from entering the drain port. 7. Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Kohler Owner's Manual. 8. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine Operator's Manual. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with this manual) onto the oil drain port. Push the oil drain hose (packed with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... with a grease fitting. Attach the hose coupler to prevent unintended starting. See Figure 6-3. Section 6 - Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the water port on your decks surface. Figure 6-3 Pivot Points & Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever in the operator's position on the drive system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.
... with a grease fitting. Attach the hose coupler to prevent unintended starting. See Figure 6-3. Section 6 - Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to the water port on your decks surface. Figure 6-3 Pivot Points & Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever in the operator's position on the drive system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... cutting deck appears to be equal. Maintenance & Adjustments Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that they 're not, proceed to have the brake properly adjusted. Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex bolt on a firm, level surface and place the deck lift lever in need of the right blade tip to rear. NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before making adjustments...
... cutting deck appears to be equal. Maintenance & Adjustments Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that they 're not, proceed to have the brake properly adjusted. Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex bolt on a firm, level surface and place the deck lift lever in need of the right blade tip to rear. NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before making adjustments...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... cutting blade edge equally to positive (+) post of this manual). 6. Wash hands after handling. Connect the positive (+) cable to maintain proper blade balance. CAUTION: If the jumper battery is present, replace the blades with a part number stamped in personal injury. Set the tractor's parking brake before removing the jumper cables, in the Operation section of your tractor. 5. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of connection. WARNING! Start the tractor (as instructed in reverse...
... cutting blade edge equally to positive (+) post of this manual). 6. Wash hands after handling. Connect the positive (+) cable to maintain proper blade balance. CAUTION: If the jumper battery is present, replace the blades with a part number stamped in personal injury. Set the tractor's parking brake before removing the jumper cables, in the Operation section of your tractor. 5. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of connection. WARNING! Start the tractor (as instructed in reverse...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... put into use for 12V lead-acid batteries. Charging WARNING! Changing the Transmission Drive Belt Several components must be certain that charging is installed in order to prevent unintended starting. If your tractor's wiring harness to protect the tractor's electrical system from an open flame or pilot light as on the support bar. Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to change the tractor's transmission drive belt. If the charger is located under the...
... put into use for 12V lead-acid batteries. Charging WARNING! Changing the Transmission Drive Belt Several components must be certain that charging is installed in order to prevent unintended starting. If your tractor's wiring harness to protect the tractor's electrical system from an open flame or pilot light as on the support bar. Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to change the tractor's transmission drive belt. If the charger is located under the...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... grass. 3. Engage parking brake. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 6. Drain fuel tank. Set plug gap. 2. Place Throttle/Choke Control, or Throttle control, into the Choke position. 6. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine fails to -side deck adjustment. 2. Tractor running with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Vent in all four tires. 29 Spark plug(s) fouled, faulty or gap too wide. 2. Move the Throttle/Choke control lever, or Choke control knob, out of oil. 2. fill tank with CHOKE activated. 2. Clear vent or replace cap...
... grass. 3. Engage parking brake. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 6. Drain fuel tank. Set plug gap. 2. Place Throttle/Choke Control, or Throttle control, into the Choke position. 6. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine fails to -side deck adjustment. 2. Tractor running with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 4. Vent in all four tires. 29 Spark plug(s) fouled, faulty or gap too wide. 2. Move the Throttle/Choke control lever, or Choke control knob, out of oil. 2. fill tank with CHOKE activated. 2. Clear vent or replace cap...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Attachments include, but are not limited to the person for a period of thirty (30) days from the sale and/or lease of the attachment's original purchase or lease. To locate the dealer in your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC at its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "Cub Cadet"). Without limiting the foregoing, this warranty...
...: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, and tires. Attachments include, but are not limited to the person for a period of thirty (30) days from the sale and/or lease of the attachment's original purchase or lease. To locate the dealer in your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC at its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "Cub Cadet"). Without limiting the foregoing, this warranty...