Cub Cadet LT1018 Operator's Manual

Operator's ManualSERIES 1000Hydrostatic Lawn TractorModels LT1018LT1022IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYWarning: This unit

ThrottleControlLeverThe throttle control lever is located on the left side of thetractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed ofthe engine

HourMeterLocated in the center of the tractor's console, the hourmeter operates whenever the engine is running andrecords the actual hours of tra

SeatAdjustmentLeverTo adjust the seat forward or backward, slide the seatadjustment lever to the left and reposition the seat tothe desired position.

Shoulder ScrewsFlat WasherBell WasherLock nutFigure 5NOTE: The crowned (rounded) surface of the frontbell washers should be against the shoulder screw

To travel FORWARD, slowly depress the upperportion of the drive pedal forward until the desiredspeed is achieved. See Figure 6.Figure 6Drive PedalTo t

MovingTheTractorManuallyYour tractor's transmission is equipped with ahydrostatic relief valve for occasions when it isnecessary to move the trac

SECTION6: MAKINGADJUSTMENTSWARNING: Never attempt to make anyadjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in the operator'smanu

ParkingBrakeAdjustmentWARNING: Never attempt to adjust thebrakes while the engine is running. Alwaysdisengage PTO, stop engine and remove keyto preven

SECTION7: MAINTAININGYOURLAWNTRACTORNOTE: Refer to MaintenanceCharton page 24 for areference of recommended maintenance intervals.WARNING: Before perf

DeckSpindlesGrease fittings can be found on the top of each deckspindle shaft. See Figure 14. Lubricate with 251H EPgrease or an equivalent No. 2 mult

TABLEOFCONTENTSContent PageImportant Safe Operation Practices ... 3Slope G

Place a block of wood between the center deckhousing baffle and the cutting blade to act as astabilizer. See Figure 16.Hex Flange NutSpindle AssemblyF

FuseA fuse is installed in your tractor's wiring harness toprotect the tractor's electrical system from damagecaused by excessive amperage.I

Electric PTO ClutchLeft Hand PulleyPTO Idler Bracket(mounted on tractor)Model1018_Deck belt (Bottom)Right Hand Pulley(beneath belt guard)Deck Idler Pu

IMPORTANT: Note the routing of the lower drive beltaround all the pulleys and the belt keepers (if present)BEFORE performing the following steps.Locat

HydrostaticTransmissionThe hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factoryand is maintenance free. The fluid level cannot bechecked nor can the oil

SECTION11:TROUBLESHOOTINGTroubleEngine fails to startEngine runs erraticPossible Cause(s)PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged.Parking brake not engaged.Spark

SECTION13: SPECIFICATIONSCapacitiesFuel TankCrankcase (approximately)Hydrostatic TransmissionMake and ModelGear RatioForward SpeedReverse SpeedEngine

CUB CADET LLCMANUFACTURER'S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY(COMMERCIAL USE)The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADETLLC ("CUB CAD

CUB CADET LLCMANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY(RESIDENTIAL USE)The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADETLLC ("CUB CADET"

SECTION1: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATIONPRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endangerthe perso

26.Yourmachineisdesignedtocutnormalresidentialgrassofaheightnomorethan10".Donotattempttomowthroughunusuallytall,drygrass(e.g.,pasture)orpilesofdr

SERVICESAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE:1. To avoid personal injury or property damage useextreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline isextremely flammable a

SAFETYLABELSAll Labels Displayed at 3/4 Scale.

w..I&iI.-w,11SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE|'91IA POWER POLEA CORNER OF A BUILDINGOR A FENCE POSTLI, 415°_ WARNINGDo not mow

SECTION3: TRACTORSET-UPGasandOilFill-upThe gasoline tank is located under the fender and has acapacity of three gallons. Unthread the fuel cap byturni

SECTION4: KNOWYOURLAWNTRACTORABNOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity.Figure 1A Systems Indicator Monitor/HourMeter H Ignition SwitchB Throttle Co