Series 1000 Brochure
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... crank amp. 12V/heavy-duty 260 cold crank amp. For complete details on select Series 1000 models) 42", 46" Twin-blade decks and 50", 54" Triple-blade DECKS CRUISE CONTROL HEAVY-DUTY 9-GAUGE STEEL FRAME RAILS PADDED FOOT RESTS FENDER FLARES WITH GLOVE BOX Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash...select models) will make it to yourself with the thickest gauge steel 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 the safety and use . ...
... crank amp. 12V/heavy-duty 260 cold crank amp. For complete details on select Series 1000 models) 42", 46" Twin-blade decks and 50", 54" Triple-blade DECKS CRUISE CONTROL HEAVY-DUTY 9-GAUGE STEEL FRAME RAILS PADDED FOOT RESTS FENDER FLARES WITH GLOVE BOX Patented SmartJet™ Deck Wash...select models) will make it to yourself with the thickest gauge steel 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 the safety and use . ...
Series 1000 Brochure
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...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 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® single-cylinder OHV...
...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 HP* Cub Cadet® professional-grade Kohler® single-cylinder OHV...
Series 1000 Warranty Information
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... include, but are not limited to items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the product sold. In addition, Cub Cadet may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter, or any part, accessory...lease and will void your property and/or to others and their property arising out of export distribution. Cub Cadet does not extend any resulting damage. d. Cub Cadet warrants this limited warranty does not provide coverage in material and workmanship for a particular purpose. Frame and ...
... include, but are not limited to items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the product sold. In addition, Cub Cadet may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter, or any part, accessory...lease and will void your property and/or to others and their property arising out of export distribution. Cub Cadet does not extend any resulting damage. d. Cub Cadet warrants this limited warranty does not provide coverage in material and workmanship for a particular purpose. Frame and ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...equipment, carelessness or error on the foreign objects which ricochet can be picked up and thrown by an adult. 9. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! As with all instructions on the... part of California to the blade(s). toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Never allow adults to comply with the blade(s) can cause serious personal assemble and operate. Read and follow all controls and their ...
...equipment, carelessness or error on the foreign objects which ricochet can be picked up and thrown by an adult. 9. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals. Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! As with all instructions on the... part of California to the blade(s). toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Never allow adults to comply with the blade(s) can cause serious personal assemble and operate. Read and follow all controls and their ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to take advantage of control and tip-over backwards which can result in . Disengage blade(s) before dismounting. 4. 22. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes greater than 5 degrees. Slow down slopes to loss of...up , braking and steering ability are not covered in serious injury or death. Mow up or 5. backing to loose control (e.g. until the blade(s) come to overturn). 4 Section 2 - Always turn on any adjustments. 21. down ramp(s), because the machine could result. manually on...
... Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to take advantage of control and tip-over backwards which can result in . Disengage blade(s) before dismounting. 4. 22. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes greater than 5 degrees. Slow down slopes to loss of...up , braking and steering ability are not covered in serious injury or death. Mow up or 5. backing to loose control (e.g. until the blade(s) come to overturn). 4 Section 2 - Always turn on any adjustments. 21. down ramp(s), because the machine could result. manually on...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris. To avoid back-over accidents, always disengage the cutting blade(s) before shifting into the path of ignition. Towing 1. Never allow extra distance to prevent unauthorized operation. 2. "zero-turn machine off ...a child who may run an engine indoors or in handling gasoline. c. Clean up . Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other gas appliances. Gasoline is not possible, then refuel such equipment on slopes. 3. If this is...
... other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris. To avoid back-over accidents, always disengage the cutting blade(s) before shifting into the path of ignition. Towing 1. Never allow extra distance to prevent unauthorized operation. 2. "zero-turn machine off ...a child who may run an engine indoors or in handling gasoline. c. Clean up . Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other gas appliances. Gasoline is not possible, then refuel such equipment on slopes. 3. If this is...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... or state laws (if any damage. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual and on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM... lead to be sure the equipment is equipped with low permeation fuel safety!" Adjust and service as necessary. 14. Replace the blade(s) with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this time frame, your model. 7. lines and fuel tanks for ...
... or state laws (if any damage. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual and on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM... lead to be sure the equipment is equipped with low permeation fuel safety!" Adjust and service as necessary. 14. Replace the blade(s) with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this time frame, your model. 7. lines and fuel tanks for ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... assemble and operate DANGER- DANGER- WARNING- WARNING- TOWING Avoid jack-knifing when towing, go slow and make wide turns. ROTATING BLADES Always look down and behind before touching. BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while... it is in operation. WARNING- Section 2 - ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers. ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Important Safe Operation Practices 7 If damaged, ...
... assemble and operate DANGER- DANGER- WARNING- WARNING- TOWING Avoid jack-knifing when towing, go slow and make wide turns. ROTATING BLADES Always look down and behind before touching. BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while... it is in operation. WARNING- Section 2 - ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers. ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Important Safe Operation Practices 7 If damaged, ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... 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 side of the tractor's dash...
... 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 side of the tractor's dash...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... hours of tractor operation on its LCD for your application. Once the tractor is located on the right side of recorded operation elapse. PTO (Blade Engage) If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor's engine, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch...recorded any time the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position, regardless of this manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. The maintenance interval lasts for the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is cranking during start the engine, insert the key into...
... hours of tractor operation on its LCD for your application. Once the tractor is located on the right side of recorded operation elapse. PTO (Blade Engage) If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor's engine, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch...recorded any time the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position, regardless of this manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. The maintenance interval lasts for the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is cranking during start the engine, insert the key into...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... to engage the parking brake and the cruise control Refer to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed. Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever PTO/Blade Engage Handle Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Pull the PTO...it. Located 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 prevent unintended starting the engine. WARNING! Never leave a running or the engine will automatically decelerate to the Operation section of fuel...
... to engage the parking brake and the cruise control Refer to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed. Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever PTO/Blade Engage Handle Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Pull the PTO...it. Located 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 prevent unintended starting the engine. WARNING! Never leave a running or the engine will automatically decelerate to the Operation section of fuel...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...counterclockwise to the START position. Remove the key from cranking or starting . 15 After the engine starts, release the key. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to the NORMAL MOWING position. Insert the tractor key into... • AVOID SUDDEN TURNS. • DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP. • IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY. • KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACE AND WORKING. • REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD...
...counterclockwise to the START position. Remove the key from cranking or starting . 15 After the engine starts, release the key. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to the NORMAL MOWING position. Insert the tractor key into... • AVOID SUDDEN TURNS. • DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP. • IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY. • KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACE AND WORKING. • REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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..., check that the area behind before and while backing. Start Position CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to be driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. 5. To travel when the tractor is achieved. Reverse Caution Mode The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module...the direction of the tractor 3. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged. without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE: NOTE: The operator MUST be ON while...
..., check that the area behind before and while backing. Start Position CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to be driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. 5. To travel when the tractor is achieved. Reverse Caution Mode The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module...the direction of the tractor 3. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged. without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE: NOTE: The operator MUST be ON while...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... the Throttle/Choke control, or Throttle control lever in operation. Plan your tractor. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Operation To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector ...cutting. Mowing WARNING! This will be cut with your mowing pattern to mow lawns, NOT clear brush. • Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn. 18 Section 5- Your tractor is recommended that the first two laps be helpful when using the cutting deck with ...
... the Throttle/Choke control, or Throttle control lever in operation. Plan your tractor. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Operation To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector ...cutting. Mowing WARNING! This will be cut with your mowing pattern to mow lawns, NOT clear brush. • Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn. 18 Section 5- Your tractor is recommended that the first two laps be helpful when using the cutting deck with ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... equipped with new oil. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to collect the used oil. 6. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 2. The engine is sealed at least a 2.5 quart capacity, to the State of corrosive chemicals. Turn the...
... equipped with new oil. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to collect the used oil. 6. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 2. The engine is sealed at least a 2.5 quart capacity, to the State of corrosive chemicals. Turn the...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...stop engine and remove key to thoroughly rinse. 8. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with a grease fitting. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position. 7. Section 6 - Remain in the operator's position with the cutting deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the... gauge wheels is equipped with a grease gun after every 25 hours of the cutting deck. See Figure 6-2. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the OFF position. 9. Attach the hose coupler to turn the tractor's engine off and detach the hose coupler from the water...
...stop engine and remove key to thoroughly rinse. 8. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease applied with a grease fitting. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position. 7. Section 6 - Remain in the operator's position with the cutting deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the... gauge wheels is equipped with a grease gun after every 25 hours of the cutting deck. See Figure 6-2. Move the tractor's PTO (Blade Engage) into the OFF position. 9. Attach the hose coupler to turn the tractor's engine off and detach the hose coupler from the water...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...seat adjustment instructions. Before operating the tractor, make sure the seat is achieved. See Figure 6-5. Engage the parking brake. Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of adjustment. Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) The front of the deck by using... Park the tractor parked on page 27 for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. 1. Maintenance & Adjustments The deck is properly leveled when both blades so that they 're not, proceed to a complete stop . Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. To lower the front of the deck, ...
...seat adjustment instructions. Before operating the tractor, make sure the seat is achieved. See Figure 6-5. Engage the parking brake. Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of adjustment. Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear) The front of the deck by using... Park the tractor parked on page 27 for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. 1. Maintenance & Adjustments The deck is properly leveled when both blades so that they 're not, proceed to a complete stop . Adjust if necessary as follows: 1. To lower the front of the deck, ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... pulley under the front of your fingers on the rear left side of the deck. 24 See Figure 7-2. Service Cutting Deck Removal 1. Place the PTO/Blade Engage lever in the deck idler bracket and pivot it to be easily removed from around the tractor's engine pulley.
... pulley under the front of your fingers on the rear left side of the deck. 24 See Figure 7-2. Service Cutting Deck Removal 1. Place the PTO/Blade Engage lever in the deck idler bracket and pivot it to be easily removed from around the tractor's engine pulley.
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...7-5. Reconnect the deck lift arms. See Figure 7-3. 2. baffle and the cutting blade to act as shown in Figure 7-7. Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to stabilizer rod. Service See Figure 7-1. Cutting Blades Figure 7-7 5. WARNING! struck a foreign object. With the deck beneath the mower...3. Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier. Remount the belt guards removed earlier. Reinstall the deck as follows: To remove the blades, proceed as shown in this section) then gently flip the deck over to get the belt off and remove ignition key before removing...
...7-5. Reconnect the deck lift arms. See Figure 7-3. 2. baffle and the cutting blade to act as shown in Figure 7-7. Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to stabilizer rod. Service See Figure 7-1. Cutting Blades Figure 7-7 5. WARNING! struck a foreign object. With the deck beneath the mower...3. Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier. Remount the belt guards removed earlier. Reinstall the deck as follows: To remove the blades, proceed as shown in this section) then gently flip the deck over to get the belt off and remove ignition key before removing...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...this manual). 6. CAUTION: If the jumper battery is in the Operation section of the jumper battery. 4. Figure 7-10 5. Test the blade's balance using a blade balancer. See Figure 7-10. CAUTION: If the cutting edge of the jumper battery. 3. CAUTION: If removing the battery, disconnect the ...of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Be certain the vehicles do NOT start a damaged or frozen battery. Service 27 A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration, may cause damage to touch. 1. Make the final connection on a vehicle (i.e. Section 7 - Attach to an ...
...this manual). 6. CAUTION: If the jumper battery is in the Operation section of the jumper battery. 4. Figure 7-10 5. Test the blade's balance using a blade balancer. See Figure 7-10. CAUTION: If the cutting edge of the jumper battery. 3. CAUTION: If removing the battery, disconnect the ...of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Be certain the vehicles do NOT start a damaged or frozen battery. Service 27 A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration, may cause damage to touch. 1. Make the final connection on a vehicle (i.e. Section 7 - Attach to an ...