Cub Cadet LTI050 Operator's Manual

Operator's ManualSERIES 1000Hydrostatic Lawn TractorModels LT1042LT1045LT1046LTI050IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYWarning

ThrottleControlLeverThe throttle control lever islocated on the left side of thetractor's dash panel. This levercontrols the speed of the engine.

HourMeterLocated in the center of the tractor's console, the hourmeter operates whenever the ignition key is rotated outof the STOP position and

SECTION5: OPERATINGYOURLAWNTRACTORWARNINGAVOIDSERIOUSINJURYORDEATH• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.• AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT W

SettingtheGaugeWheelsSelect the height position of the cutting deck by placingthe deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting heightnotches on

EngagingtheParkingBrakeTo engage the parking brake:• Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it whilegently pushing the parking brake lever downward.•

• Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruisecontrol and stop the tractor.• Lightly depress the drive pedal.To change the direction of travel to r

• For best results it is recommended that the first twolaps be cut with the discharge thrown towards thecenter. After the first two laps, reverse the

SECTION6: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS_, WARNING: Never attempt to make anyadjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in the operator'sm

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 31 for areference of recommended maintenance intervals.WARNING: Before perf

ContentImportantSafeOperationPracticesSlopeGaugeTractorSet-upKnowYourLawnTractorOperatingYourLawnTractorMakingAdjustmentsMaintainingYourLawnTractorSer

IMPORTANT: The engine may overheat and/or damagemay result if the oil level is below the ADD or over theFULL on the dipstick.• Reinstall the oil fill

• Slowly pour oil into the fill tube. Fill the crankcaseuntil the oil level reaches the full (F) mark on thedipstick (Refer to Figure 15).• Reinstall

Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust, ifnecessary, by carefully bending the groundelectrode. See Figure 16. Set the spark plug gap to.76 mm (

Lubrication CarburetorWARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, orinspecting, always disengage PTO, setparking brake, stop engine and remove key topreve

• Make sure fuel is reaching the carburetor. Checkthe fuel lines and fuel pump for restrictions or faultycomponents, replace as necessary.• Make sure

SECTION8: SERVICETiresWARNING: Never exceed the maximuminflation pressure shown on the sidewall of thetire.The recommended operating tire pressure isa

BatteryThe battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acidlevels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added.• Always keep the battery cables and ter

HydrostaticTransmissionKeep the area around the transmission cooling fan freeof grass and debris at all times. The hydrostatictransmission is sealed a

46-inch Decks• Insert a 3/8"-drive ratchet wrench (set to loosen)into the square hole found in the idler bracket on theleft side of the deck&apos

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

SECTION9: OFF-SEASONSTORAGEClean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section7:MAINTAININGYOURLAWNTRACTORon page 19 of thismanual before storing

SECTION10: MAINTENANCECHARTClean Hood/Dash LouversCheck Engine Oil LevelClean and Re-oil AirFilter's Foam PrecleanerReplace Air Filter ElementCha

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

SECTION12: ATTACHMENTS& ACCESSORIESThe following attachments and accessories are compatible for Series 1000 Lawn Tractors. See your Cub Cadetdeale

SECTION13: REPLACEMENTPARTSNOTE:Download a complete Cub Cadet Series 1000or phone (800) 800-7310 to purchase a PartsLT1042Champion Spark Plug(s) RC12Y

SECTION14: SPECIFICATIONS*LT1042CapacitiesFuel TankEngine Crankcase (w/filter)TransmissionHydrostatic TransmissionMake and ModelGear RatioForward Spee

CALiFORNiA EMiSSiON CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLiGATiONSTheCaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardand Cub CadetLLCare pleasedto explain

KOHLERCO.FEDERALAND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSLIMITED WARRANTYUTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINESThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EP

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"

23.Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancauseaburn.Donottouch.24.Checkoverheadclearancescarefullybeforedrivingunderlowhangingtreebranches,wires,dooropenings

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e. Useextremecarewhenapproachingblindcorners,doorways,shrubs,treesorotherobjectsthatmayblockyourvisionofachildwhomayrunintothemachine.f. Toavoidback-o

8. Nevertamperwiththesafetyinterlocksystemorothersafetydevices.Checktheirproperoperationregularly.9. Afterstrikingaforeignobject,stoptheengine,disconn

I,LII,LIQ.&iZI,LISight and hold this levelwith a vertical tree...II|IIor acorner of a building...i _------ or afence post|a 15o!15°

SECTION3: TRACTORSET-UPGasandOilFill-upThe gasoline tank is located under the fender and has acapacity of three and-a-half gallons. Unthread the fuelc

SECTION4: KNOWYOURLAWNTRACTORABHJDFNOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity,Figure IA Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour MeterB Throttle Control LeverC