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Operator's Manual
S
ERIES 1000
Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor
Model LT1042LE
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
FORM NO. 769-02466.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(3/17/2006)
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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.
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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 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 For safety protection, frequently check components other safety devices. Check their proper operation and replace immediately with original equipment regularly. manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this 9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, manual.
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Page 7: Slope Gauge
SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE... -
Page 8: Tractor Set-Up
SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Shipping Brace Removal Attaching the Battery Cables WARNING: NOTE: Make sure the riding mower’s The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. engine is off, set the parking brake and (+). The negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–). remove the ignition key before removing the •... -
Page 9: Know Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR BATTERY OIL PRESSURE PTO / BLADE ENGAGE PARKING HOURS 1/10 BRAKE NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 1 A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter H PTO (Blade Engage) Knob B Throttle Control Lever I Brake Pedal C Choke Control J Drive Pedal... - Page 10 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 Always set the parking brake when IMPORTANT: system is not generating sufficient amperage. Refer to leaving the tractor unattended. the MAINTENANCE section of this manual for the proper battery charging procedure or have the charging system checked by your Cub Cadet dealer.
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Page 12: Operating Your Lawn Tractor
See Figure 3. should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. 4. 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 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 • 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 while 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 Carriage Screw 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.
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Page 17: Making Adjustments
SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: • Retighten the outer lock nut against the inner hex Never attempt to make any nut 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 WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when Hex Nut the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake Drag Link...
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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 The engine may overheat and/or damage IMPORTANT: may result if the oil level is below the ADD or over the Oil Fill Cap / FULL on the dipstick. Dipstick • Reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick securely onto the oil fill tube. The oil fill cap/dipstick must be installed IMPORTANT: securely onto the tube at all times when the engine...
- Page 21 Handle new elements carefully; do not use if the sealing surfaces are bent or damaged. If leaks are present, have your engine IMPORTANT: serviced by your Cub Cadet dealer before operating the • If any loose dirt or debris fell on the air cleaner base tractor.
- Page 22 • Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust, if Make certain the tractor’s discharge chute IMPORTANT: necessary, by carefully bending the ground is directed AWAY from your house, garage, parked electrode. See Figure 14. Set the spark plug gap to cars, etc.
- Page 23 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 • Make sure fuel is reaching the carburetor. Check lean settings. See Figure 18. the fuel lines and fuel pump for restrictions or faulty Lean components, replace as necessary. Adjust to Midpoint • Make sure the air cleaner element is clean and all air cleaner element components are secure.
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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 Battery If your tractor has not been put into use for an extended period of time, charge the battery as follows: The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid 1. Set your battery charger to deliver a maximum of levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added. 10 amperes.
- Page 27 Hydrostatic Transmission Changing the Deck Belt 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 and remove the ignition key, to prevent transmission is sealed at the factory and is unintended starting.
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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: Allow engine... -
Page 29: Maintenance Schedule
SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before After Initial Every Every Every Every Prior Each Use 24 Hours 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours Season to Storing Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Clean and Re-oil Air Filter’s Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil &... -
Page 30: Maintenance Log
SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE LOG Please keep a record of the maintenance performed on your tractor. Date Hour Meter Maintenance Performed by... -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
SECTION 12: 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 32: Attachments & Accessories
SECTION 13: 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 33: 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... -
Page 34: Warranty Information
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2006 lawn mower. In California, new lawn mower must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower. - Page 35 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 36 The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure. new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the b.