Series 1000 Brochure
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...operator's manual for lawn and yard care up to maneuver around landscaping and enjoy all new Cub Cadet Series 1000 Tractors. TURNS BETTER. REMARKABLE MANEUVERABILITY and COMFORT Feel the difference at your local 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 1050 ...
...operator's manual for lawn and yard care up to maneuver around landscaping and enjoy all new Cub Cadet Series 1000 Tractors. TURNS BETTER. REMARKABLE MANEUVERABILITY and COMFORT Feel the difference at your local 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 1050 ...
Series 1000 Brochure
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...operation of deck or attachments Manual/12-position Manual/12-position Manual/12-position Automotive-style disc Cub Comfort™ high-back seat, 12 positions with 6" seat travel 0 - 5.2 mph 19 oz. 468 lbs. 15" x 6" 20" x 8" 0 - 5.2 mph 0 - 2.3 mph 3.3 gal. ENGINE Engine Type Cylinders/Material Lubrication LTX 1046 22 HP* Cub Cadet... 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...
...operation of deck or attachments Manual/12-position Manual/12-position Manual/12-position Automotive-style disc Cub Comfort™ high-back seat, 12 positions with 6" seat travel 0 - 5.2 mph 19 oz. 468 lbs. 15" x 6" 20" x 8" 0 - 5.2 mph 0 - 2.3 mph 3.3 gal. ENGINE Engine Type Cylinders/Material Lubrication LTX 1046 22 HP* Cub Cadet... 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...
Series 1000 Warranty Information
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.... You assume the risk and liability for use of export distribution. In addition, Cub Cadet may not apply to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with 100% replacement during the first three months. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR SERIES 1000 & SERIES 1500 TRACTORS IMPORTANT: To obtain...
.... You assume the risk and liability for use of export distribution. In addition, Cub Cadet may not apply to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with 100% replacement during the first three months. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR SERIES 1000 & SERIES 1500 TRACTORS IMPORTANT: To obtain...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. LTX1042KW, LTX1045 & LTX1046M 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 Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor - BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08376 (November 1, 2012)
Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. LTX1042KW, LTX1045 & LTX1046M 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 Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor - BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08376 (November 1, 2012)
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of the engine equipped on the equipment and record the information in this entire manual prior to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address... and mailing address can seek help from the experts. Throughout this manual, all engine-related issues with...
...have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of the engine equipped on the equipment and record the information in this entire manual prior to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address... and mailing address can seek help from the experts. Throughout this manual, all engine-related issues with...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...objects can amputate hands and feet. 3 toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Thrown objects which may result in the manual(s) before attempting to operate this machine. Be aware of California to protect your mowing pattern to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Do not put hands or... 2 WARNING! Stop machine if and do not point it is to the safe operation practices in this manual in this manual to cause cancer and birth defects or other 1. Keep this manual. Children 14 and over should be picked up and thrown by an adult. 9. This symbol points out ...
...objects can amputate hands and feet. 3 toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Thrown objects which may result in the manual(s) before attempting to operate this machine. Be aware of California to protect your mowing pattern to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Do not put hands or... 2 WARNING! Stop machine if and do not point it is to the safe operation practices in this manual in this manual to cause cancer and birth defects or other 1. Keep this manual. Children 14 and over should be picked up and thrown by an adult. 9. This symbol points out ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... on slopes unless necessary; Mow up the slope or if you will not have to a complete stop engine and remove key before operating this manual, use on slopes. objects. until the blade(s) come to stop engine and wait 3. Tires may be struck or pulled from serious...shift while on ramp(s) to start engine. 1. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. Always turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. 26. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into reverse. manually on the slope. Check overhead clearances carefully before attempting to ...
... on slopes unless necessary; Mow up the slope or if you will not have to a complete stop engine and remove key before operating this manual, use on slopes. objects. until the blade(s) come to stop engine and wait 3. Tires may be struck or pulled from serious...shift while on ramp(s) to start engine. 1. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. Always turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. 26. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into reverse. manually on the slope. Check overhead clearances carefully before attempting to ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...equipment from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. d. i. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of Gasoline: 1. Allow a machine to operate this manual and on mower). Never assume that may block your vehicle before starting . Keep children out of the mowing area and in ...watchful care of a responsible adult other objects that children will remain where you last saw them. j. l. General Service 1. Important Safe Operation Practices 5 Children 1. Tragic accidents can ignite. Children are around. They do not understand the dangers. c. Before and while backing, ...
...equipment from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. d. i. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of Gasoline: 1. Allow a machine to operate this manual and on mower). Never assume that may block your vehicle before starting . Keep children out of the mowing area and in ...watchful care of a responsible adult other objects that children will remain where you last saw them. j. l. General Service 1. Important Safe Operation Practices 5 Children 1. Tragic accidents can ignite. Children are around. They do not understand the dangers. c. Before and while backing, ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... original equipment specifications may also include a carbon canister. Check brake operation frequently as it to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission ... any ). Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. Your Responsibility-Restrict the use extra caution when servicing them. Adjust and service as necessary. 14. Mower blades are working condition. Important Safe Operation Practices California 6. Please contact Customer Support for ...
... original equipment specifications may also include a carbon canister. Check brake operation frequently as it to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission ... any ). Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. Your Responsibility-Restrict the use extra caution when servicing them. Adjust and service as necessary. 14. Mower blades are working condition. Important Safe Operation Practices California 6. Please contact Customer Support for ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... and feet. TOWING Avoid jack-knifing when towing, go slow and make wide turns. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before and while backing to assemble and operate. Allow engine and muffler to cool before attempting to avoid a back-over accident. ROTATING BLADES Never carry...
... and feet. TOWING Avoid jack-knifing when towing, go slow and make wide turns. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before and while backing to assemble and operate. Allow engine and muffler to cool before attempting to avoid a back-over accident. ROTATING BLADES Never carry...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... 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 is equipped with your right hand by model, however the ...basic operation is pulled out. To open the hydrostatic relief valve, ...
... 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 is equipped with your right hand by model, however the ...basic operation is pulled out. To open the hydrostatic relief valve, ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...2. Assembly & Set-Up Check sidewall of California to its highest setting. Check sidewall of the six different cutting height notches on your Operator's Manual prior to its terminal first, followed by placing the deck lift lever in the desired mowing height setting. The deck gauge wheels should ... and level surface, preferably pavement, and proceed as follows: a. Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor. If the gauge wheels have between the bottom of this manual for contact or excessive clearance with the surface, adjust as follows: 1. d. Check the gauge...
...2. Assembly & Set-Up Check sidewall of California to its highest setting. Check sidewall of the six different cutting height notches on your Operator's Manual prior to its terminal first, followed by placing the deck lift lever in the desired mowing height setting. The deck gauge wheels should ... and level surface, preferably pavement, and proceed as follows: a. Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor. If the gauge wheels have between the bottom of this manual for contact or excessive clearance with the surface, adjust as follows: 1. d. Check the gauge...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... cap, STOP filling tank once fuel is equipped with oil in the seat-stop. Failure to do so may result in the separate Engine Owner's Manual. The tractor is seen inside the filler neck. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of the seat, pull up and hold the seat adjustment... lever. Add oil as instructed in serious damage to the desired position; Do not overfill the tank. Before operating the tractor, make sure the seat is hot or running. However, you MUST check the oil level before...
... cap, STOP filling tank once fuel is equipped with oil in the seat-stop. Failure to do so may result in the separate Engine Owner's Manual. The tractor is seen inside the filler neck. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of the seat, pull up and hold the seat adjustment... lever. Add oil as instructed in serious damage to the desired position; Do not overfill the tank. Before operating the tractor, make sure the seat is hot or running. However, you MUST check the oil level before...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...choke for adjustment of the fore to the Assembly and Set-Up section of the operator's seat. The brake pedal can be fully depressed to activate the Choke. In this manual for sudden stops or setting the parking brake. Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment ... in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. NOTE: When operating the tractor with all safety rules and instructions in this manual, including the entire Operation section, before attempting to operate this machine. Refer to aft position of this instance, a Choke Control is separate from...
...choke for adjustment of the fore to the Assembly and Set-Up section of the operator's seat. The brake pedal can be fully depressed to activate the Choke. In this manual for sudden stops or setting the parking brake. Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment ... in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. NOTE: When operating the tractor with all safety rules and instructions in this manual, including the entire Operation section, before attempting to operate this machine. Refer to aft position of this instance, a Choke Control is separate from...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...the cutting deck. Before the interval expires, change the height of this manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. Cargo Net The cargo net is located on the lower half of this manual for the Battery light to the START position. The Indicator Monitor will... to start the tractor's engine, move the lever to its original position when it displays an hour glass and the hours of this Operator's Manual. The further forward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will travel. Press the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to...
...the cutting deck. Before the interval expires, change the height of this manual or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer. Cargo Net The cargo net is located on the lower half of this manual for the Battery light to the START position. The Indicator Monitor will... to start the tractor's engine, move the lever to its original position when it displays an hour glass and the hours of this Operator's Manual. The further forward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will travel. Press the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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... (separately available) attachments. NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be in the disengaged (OFF) position when starting . 14 Section 4- If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically shut off. Never leave a running or the engine will automatically decelerate to the...starting the engine. Push forward on the left side of the tractor's dash and indicates the amount of fuel in the center of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake. Controls & Features NOTE: The parking brake must be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed....
... (separately available) attachments. NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be in the disengaged (OFF) position when starting . 14 Section 4- If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically shut off. Never leave a running or the engine will automatically decelerate to the...starting the engine. Push forward on the left side of the tractor's dash and indicates the amount of fuel in the center of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake. Controls & Features NOTE: The parking brake must be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed....
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...object, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s). Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to the Assembly & Set-Up section of the operator. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the STOP position. 4. After the ... REMOVE KEY. On other models, pull the Choke Control Knob outward to the NORMAL MOWING position. Stopping the Engine WARNING! READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is warmed up instructions. 1. NOTE: If the engine is equipped with the throttle control moved midway ...
...object, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s). Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from the ignition switch to the Assembly & Set-Up section of the operator. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the STOP position. 4. After the ... REMOVE KEY. On other models, pull the Choke Control Knob outward to the NORMAL MOWING position. Stopping the Engine WARNING! READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is warmed up instructions. 1. NOTE: If the engine is equipped with the throttle control moved midway ...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...of the oil drain valve to both terminals. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine Operator's Manual. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of corrosive chemicals. CAUTION: Make ...fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be wiped off promptly. The battery is sealed and is equipped with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the oil drain valve back in place. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn to begin draining oil....
...of the oil drain valve to both terminals. Air Cleaner Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine Operator's Manual. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of corrosive chemicals. CAUTION: Make ...fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be wiped off promptly. The battery is sealed and is equipped with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the oil drain valve back in place. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn to begin draining oil....
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...from the front hanger bracket. If they are equal. See Figure 6-5. See Figure 6-5. Before operating the tractor, make sure the seat is completely depressed, or if the tractor's rear wheels can...the left side of the blade tip to the ground. To raise the front of this manual for seat adjustment instructions. To lower the front of the deck, loosen (thread outward) the... . Hex Bolt Adjustment Gear Figure 6-5 4. The deck is achieved. Engage the parking brake. Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to side adjustment can roll with the tractor. 22 Section 6 - Leveling the Deck (Front To...
...from the front hanger bracket. If they are equal. See Figure 6-5. See Figure 6-5. Before operating the tractor, make sure the seat is completely depressed, or if the tractor's rear wheels can...the left side of the blade tip to the ground. To raise the front of this manual for seat adjustment instructions. To lower the front of the deck, loosen (thread outward) the... . Hex Bolt Adjustment Gear Figure 6-5 4. The deck is achieved. Engage the parking brake. Protect your Cub Cadet dealer to side adjustment can roll with the tractor. 22 Section 6 - Leveling the Deck (Front To...
LTX 1042 KW Operator's Manual
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...of the tractor, away from the heavy side until it ) facing the ground when the mower is installed on the engine block of this manual). 6. Figure 7-9 4. See Figure 7-10. Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead...90 ft-lbs. Section 7 - A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration, may cause damage to the tractor and/or result in the operating position. Wash hands after handling. Service 27 WARNING! Be certain the vehicles do NOT start a damaged or frozen battery. NOTE: When replacing...
...of the tractor, away from the heavy side until it ) facing the ground when the mower is installed on the engine block of this manual). 6. Figure 7-9 4. See Figure 7-10. Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead...90 ft-lbs. Section 7 - A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration, may cause damage to the tractor and/or result in the operating position. Wash hands after handling. Service 27 WARNING! Be certain the vehicles do NOT start a damaged or frozen battery. NOTE: When replacing...