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Operator's Manual
SERIES
1000
Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor
Models LT1042
LT1045
LT1046
LT1050
IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should net 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.
CUBCADETLLC, P.O. BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 769-01514
(10/28/2004)
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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.
- Page 2 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: Copy the serial number here: P.
- Page 3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION P RACTICES 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 Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Over- manual, usecareandgood 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. 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. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
- Page 6 8. Never t amper w iththesafety interlock system orother replace immediately withoriginal equipment safety devices. Check theirproper o peration regularly. manufacturer's (O.E.M.) partsonly, l istedinthis 9. Afterstriking a foreign object, s toptheengine, manual. "Useofparts which donotmeettheoriginal disconnect thesparkplugwire(s) a ndground against equipment specifications mayleadtoimproper theengine.
- Page 7 Sight and hold this 1even with a verticantree... or a corner of a building.,. or a fence post a 15° ..,.I &i I,l.I...
- Page 8 SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP GasandOilFill-up Shipping BraceRemoval 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 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWNTRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 1 Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter PTO (Blade Engage) Knob Throttle Control Lever Brake Pedal Choke Control Drive Pedal Parking Brake Lever Cruise Control Lever Fuel Tank Cap Deck Lift Lever Seat Adjustment Lever Cup Holder...
- Page 10 ThrottleControl L ever IgnitionSwitch 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 HourMeter ElectricPTO/ BladeEngage Knob Located in the center of the tractor's console, the hour meter operates whenever the engine is running and l' J i.Z..I To engage the power to the records the actual hours of tractor operation. See cutting deck or other (separately Figure 3.
- Page 12 See Figure 4. should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can Contact your Cub Cadet dealer. be driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) • The safety interlock system prevents the engine engaged.
- Page 13 SettingtheGauge 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 theParking Brake • To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the lower portion of the To engage the parking brake: drive pedal with the ball of your foot (NOT your • Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it there heel) until the desired speed is achieved.
- Page 15 Stop machine if anyone enters the area. This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet's quality cutting decks. The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor.
- Page 16 Refer to Cutting Blades on page 21 of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions. Mulching Cub Cadet Series 1000 tractors are equipped with a mulch kit which incorporates special blades, already standard on your tractor, in a process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath the cutting deck.
- Page 17 SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS • Locate the two lock nuts on the opposite side of the stabilizer bracket. See Figure 10. Tighten the lock adjustments while engine is running, WARNING: Never attempt to make any nuts to raise the front of the deck; loosen the lock except where specified...
- Page 18 Parking BrakeAdjustment HexNut and LockWasher WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key PivotBar to prevent unintended starting. If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the...
- Page 19 Warranty repairs Cleaningthe Engine AndDeck must be performed by your Cub Cadet Dealer. ChangingEngine 0il Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly. •...
- Page 20 Lubrication WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Engine Refer to Engine on page 19 for instruction regarding all engine-related lubrication. Pivot Points & Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.
- Page 21 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 17. inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the WARNING: Never exceed the maximum HexFlangeNut tire.
- Page 22 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. gas while charging. Charge battery in a well WARNING: Batteries give off an explosive...
- Page 23 Hydrostatic T ransmission Changing the DeckBelt Keep the area around the transmission cooling fan free WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, of grass and debris at all times. The hydrostatic remove ignition key, disconnect the spark transmission is sealed at the factory and is plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to maintenance free.
- Page 24 46-inch Decks 50-inch Decks • Insert a 3/8"-drive ratchet wrench (set to loosen) • To ease in removing the belt in later steps, loosen, into the square hole found in the idler bracket on but do not remove, the bolt which secures the the left side of the deck's surface.
- Page 25 LT1842 LT1845 & LT1846 LT1858...
- Page 26 SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON S TORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: To empty the system, run the engine until the tank MAINTAINING YOUR LAWNTRACTOR on page 19 of this and system are empty. manual before storing for an extended period. WARNING: Drain fuel...
- Page 27 SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Corrective Action Possible Cause(s) 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 28 42-inch Two-stage Snow Thrower 46-inch Front Dozer Blade (CC-)190-674(-100)* (CC-)190-675(-100)* Rear Wheel Weight Set * Attachments purchased through a merchandise retailer may have a "CC" model number prefix. Attachments purchased through your Cub Cadet dealer may have a "100" model number suffix.
- Page 29 SECTION 13: SPECIFICATIONS LT1042 LT1045 LT1046 LT1050 Capacities Fuel Tank 13.2 liters (3.5 gallons) 13.2 liters (3.5 gallons) 13.2 liters (3.5 gallons) 13.2 liters (3.5 gallons) Engine Crankcase (w/filter) 1.5 liters (50.75 oz) .5 liters (50.75 oz) 2.0 liters (67.6 oz) Transmission 2.25 liters (76 oz) 2.25 liters (76 oz)
- Page 30 KOHLER 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 FederaI 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 31 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 RO.
- Page 32 CUB CADET 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...