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Cub Cadet LT1040 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
S
ERIES 1000
CVT Lawn Tractor
Model LT1040
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws
(if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio
44136-0019.
CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 769-02064.fm
(10/11/2005)

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  • Page 1 (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    A sample model plate is also illustrated below. You can locate the model plate by looking at the underside of the tractor‘s seat. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or help from your Cub Cadet dealer. Copy the model number here:...

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Over- manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your speeding may cause the operator to lose control of Cub Cadet dealer for assistance. the machine resulting in serious injury or death. 7. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g.
  • Page 5 Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is by your Cub Cadet dealer. spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. 4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
  • Page 6 8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other For safety protection, frequently check components and safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. replace immediately with original equipment 9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against manual.

  • Page 7: Slope Gauge

    SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE...

  • Page 8: Tractor Set-Up

    SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Gas and Oil Fill-up Shipping Brace Removal The gasoline tank is located under the fender and has a WARNING: Make sure the riding mower’s capacity of three gallons. Unthread the fuel cap by engine is off, set the parking brake and turning it counterclockwise.

  • Page 9: Know Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 2 A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter H Ignition Switch Module B Throttle Control Lever I PTO (Blade Engage) Knob C Choke Control J Brake Pedal D Parking Brake Lever K Drive Pedal E Shift Lever L Cruise Control Lever...

  • Page 10: Throttle Control Lever

    Throttle Control Lever Ignition Switch Module The throttle control lever is Fast WARNING: Never leave a running machine located on the left side of the Position unattended. Always disengage PTO, move tractor’s dash panel. This lever shift lever into neutral position, set parking controls the speed of the engine.

  • Page 11: Hour Meter

    Hour Meter Electric PTO / Blade Engage Knob Located in the center of the tractor’s console, the hour meter operates whenever the ignition key is rotated out To engage the power to the of the STOP position and records the actual hours of cutting deck or other (separately tractor operation.

  • Page 12: Operating Your Lawn Tractor

    See Figure 5. should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. 4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can Contact an authorized Cub Cadet service dealer. be driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) • The safety interlock system prevents the engine engaged.

  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    Setting the Gauge Wheels • If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance with the surface below, lower the wheels to the index Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing hole that provides the approximate 1/2" clearance the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height as described above.

  • Page 14: Engaging The Parking Brake

    Engaging the Parking Brake Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 7 to help determine To engage the parking brake: slopes where you may operate the tractor safely. • Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it while gently pushing the parking brake lever downward.

  • Page 15: Operating The Headlights

    Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Operating the Headlights This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet’s quality The lamps are ON whenever the ignition key is moved cutting decks. The following information will be helpful out of the STOP position.
  • Page 16 To operate the cutting deck without mulching, simply remove the Cub Cadet Series 1000 tractors are equipped with a mulch plug by unthreading the plastic wing nut which mulch kit which incorporates special blades, already fastens it to the cutting deck.

  • Page 17: Making Adjustments

    SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: • Retighten the two lock nuts against the inner hex Never attempt to make any nuts when proper adjustment is achieved. adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s Side to Side manual.

  • Page 18: Parking Brake Adjustment

    Parking Brake Adjustment Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or brakes while the engine is running. Always wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted.

  • Page 19: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

    4°C (40°F). engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty **Synthetic oils will provide better starting in extreme cold below repairs must be performed by your Cub Cadet 23°C (-10°F). Dealer. Engine Oil...

  • Page 20: Changing The Engine Oil

    Re-filling the Crankcase with Oil valve back in, rotate it clockwise to lock the valve closed and re-cap the end of the oil drain valve to On models LT1040, the engine (with oil IMPORTANT: keep debris from entering the drain port.

  • Page 21: Air Filter

    IMPORTANT: • If any loose dirt or debris fell on the air cleaner base serviced by your Cub Cadet dealer before operating the when the element was removed, carefully remove it tractor. and wipe the base clean. Be careful that none of it drops into the intake.
  • Page 22 • Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust, if 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, necessary, by carefully bending the ground near enough to a water sillcock (spigot) for your electrode. See Figure 14. Set the spark plug gap to garden hose to reach.

  • Page 23: Carburetor

    Carburetor adjustments should be made only inspecting, always disengage PTO, set after the engine has warmed up. parking brake, stop engine and remove key to The engines on Cub Cadet Series 1000 tractors are prevent unintended starting. equipped with a fixed main jet carburetor. Engine...
  • Page 24 NOTE: To ensure best results when setting the low lean settings. See Figure 18. idle fuel Screw, the low idle speed must not exceed 1500 RPM (± 75 RPM) on Models LT1040.

  • Page 25: Service

    SECTION 8: SERVICE Tires • Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer. See Figure 19. WARNING: Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the Hex Flange Nut tire.
  • Page 26 12-volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six change the tractor’s transmission drive belt. See your amps. Cub Cadet dealer to have your drive belt replaced. WARNING: Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Charge battery in a well...
  • Page 27 Route the new belts (deck belt first) as shown in the • Grasp the ratchet’s handle and pivot it toward the figure below. front of the tractor to relieve tension on the belt. • Remount the belt guards removed earlier. LT1040...

  • Page 28: Off-Season Storage

    SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: To empty the system, run the engine until the tank MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 19 of this and system are empty. manual before storing for an extended period. WARNING: Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors, away from an...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged. Place knob in disengaged (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Connect wire to spark plug. Throttle control lever not in correct Place throttle lever to FAST position.

  • Page 30: Attachments & Accessories

    SECTION 12: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Series 1000 Lawn Tractors. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. NOTE: Cub Cadet Series 1000 lawn tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g.

  • Page 31: Replacement Parts

    SECTION 13: REPLACEMENT PARTS NOTE: Download a complete Cub Cadet Series 1000 Parts Manual free of charge at www.cubcadet.com or phone (800) 800-7310 to purchase a Parts Manual (Form No. 769-02074). LT1040 Champion Spark Plug RC12YC Kohler Air Filter (Paper Element)

  • Page 32: Specifications

    498 lb. (225.9 kg) * Cub Cadet reserves the right to change product specifications, design, and standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligation ** Kohler’s horsepower ratings exceed Society of Automotive Engineers Small Engine Test Code J1940. Actual engine horsepower is lower and affected by, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, fuel pump, etc.), application, engine speed and ambient operating conditions...

  • Page 33: Warranty Information

    Cub Cadet LLC cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts. As the lawn mower owner, you should however be aware that Cub Cadet LLC may deny you warranty coverage if your lawn mower or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
  • Page 34 KOHLER CO. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY UTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Kohler Co. are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your small off-road equipment engine. For California, engines produced in 1995 and later must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state’s stringent anti-smog standards.

  • Page 35: Cub Cadet Llc

    You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their property or in the Yellow Pages or contact CUB CADET by calling 1- arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the prod- 877-CUB TOUGH (1-877-282-8684) or writing to P.O.
  • Page 36 CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY (RESIDENTIAL USE) The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, LLC (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise pur- blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as...

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