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Cub Cadet LTX 1146KW Operator's Manual

Hydrostatic lawn tractor
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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor
LTX-1042, LTX-1042KW, LTX 1045 and LTX 1146KW
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
CUB CADET LLC, 97 KENT AVENUE, KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1
LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5
Printed In USA
769-05542C
(12.5.12)

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  • Page 1 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. CUB CADET LLC, 97 KENT AVENUE, KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1 LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5 Printed In USA 769-05542C (12.5.12)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Visit our web at www.cubcadet.ca ◊ Locate your nearest dealer at: 1-800-668-1238 ◊ Contact Cub Cadet, 60 Ottawa St. S., Kitchener, ON N2G 3S7 Phone: 1-800-567-6775 or LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 29,55, Jean-Baptiste Deschamps, Lachine, Quebec H8T 1C5 Phone: 1-800-361-5770...

  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    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 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Never carry passengers. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse. Back up slowly. Always look down and behind before and while Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden backing to avoid a back-over accident.
  • Page 5 Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the When practical, remove gas-powered equipment area. from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on Before and while backing, look behind and down for a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a small children.
  • Page 6 Do not modify engine Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the way.
  • Page 7 Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER—...
  • Page 8 2 — i ection mportant peration racticeS...

  • Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up

    Assembly & Set-Up Tractor Set-Up Shipping Brace Removal WARNING! Make sure the lawn tractor’s engine is Moving the Tractor Manually off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic relief key before removing the shipping brace. valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the tractor manually.
  • Page 10 Checking Tire Pressure WARNING! Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for shipping purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor. Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 p.s.i.
  • Page 11 Adjusting the Seat Seat styles vary by rider model. Knob Adjustment Seat To adjust the position of the seat, lift the seat forward and loosen the seat adjustment knob. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position; then tighten the adjustment knob. Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor.

  • Page 12: Controls & Features

    Controls and Features Systems Indicator Monitor Fuel Tank Cap Ignition Switch Choke Control (optional) Module Throttle/Choke Control Electric PTO Knob Fuel Level Indicator (optional) Drive Pedal Brake Pedal Reverse Pedal Parking Brake/ Cruise Control Lever Deck Lift Lever Seat Adjustment Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Handle (optional) Storage Bin...
  • Page 13 Deck Lift Lever Systems Indicator Monitor/ Hour Meter LCD Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is used to change When the ignition key is rotated out of the height of the cutting deck. To the STOP position but not into the START HOURS 1/10 use, move the lever to the left, then position, the systems indicator monitor...
  • Page 14 Drive Pedal Fuel Level Indicator The drive pedal is located on the right side The Fuel Level Indicator is located on the left side of the of the tractor, along the running board. Press tractor’s dash and indicates the amount of fuel in the gas the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to tank.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Operation Starting the Engine WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection. • GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. • AVOID SUDDEN TURNS. NOTE: Refer to the Assembly &...
  • Page 16 Driving The Tractor Reverse Caution Mode WARNING! The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) and sudden stops. engaged. NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended. Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake.
  • Page 17 Driving On Slopes Cruise Control WARNING! Never engage the cruise control lever Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes while traveling in reverse. where you may operate the tractor safely. WARNING! Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1⁄2 To set the cruise control: feet every 10 feet).
  • Page 18 Engaging the PTO Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO: Move the Throttle/Choke control lever to the FAST (rabbit) position. Models with Manual PTO : Push the PTO/Blade Engage lever forward into the engaged (ON) position.

  • Page 19: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Schedule Before Every Every Every Every Prior Each use 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours to Storing Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts Clean and Re-oil Air Filter’s Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter Clean Battery Terminals...
  • Page 20 Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain Hydrostatic Transmission valve to expose the drain port. See Fig 6-1. The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is maintenance-free. The fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be changed.
  • Page 21 Lubrication Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks surface. See Fig. 6-2. WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a grease fitting.
  • Page 22 Adjustments Leveling the Deck (Side to Side) If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side WARNING! Shut the engine off, remove the adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: ignition key and engage the parking brake before With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the making adjustments.
  • Page 23 Parking Brake Adjustment Steering Adjustment If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the can roll with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic steering drag links may need to be adjusted.

  • Page 24: Service

    Service Cutting Deck Removal Place the PTO/Blade Engage lever/knob in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender. Locate the engine pulley (or electric PTO clutch if equipped) under the front of your tractor.
  • Page 25 Changing the Deck Belt For models with manual PTO, carefully remove the deck engage cable from the rear of the cutting deck by WARNING! removing the bow-tie cotter clip that secures it. Remove The V-belts found on your tractor are the spring from the deck idler bracket.
  • Page 26 Cutting Blades To place the new belt, begin by routing the belt around the two outer spindle pulleys as shown in Fig. 7-7. WARNING! Shut the engine off and remove Then route the belt around the two deck idler pulleys as ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for shown in Fig.
  • Page 27 CAUTION: Start the tractor (as instructed in the Operation section of Use a torque wrench to tighten the this manual). blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 ft-lbs and 90 ft-lbs. Set the tractor’s parking brake before removing the jumper cables, in reverse order of connection.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged. 1. Place knob in disengaged (OFF) position. 2. Parking brake not engaged. 2. Engage parking brake. 3. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. 3. Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s). 4.

  • Page 29: Attachments & Accessories

    Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible with your lawn tractor. See your authorized dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. CAUTION: Your lawn tractor is NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. tiller or moldboard plow).

  • Page 30: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 954-04219 Drive Belt (Mower Deck) (46”) 954-04060B Drive Belt (Mower Deck) (42”) 942-04244A 2-in-1 Deck Blade (46”) 942-04312 2-in-1 Deck Blade (42”) 918-04865A Deck Spindle (46”) 918-04822A Deck Spindle (42”) 734-04155 Deck Wheel (Front) 734-0973 Deck Wheel (Rear) 725-1707D...
  • Page 31 Component Part Number and Description 946-04617 Throttle/Choke Control Lever & Cable (Single Cylinder Engines) 946-04556 Throttle/Choke Control Lever & Cable (Twin Cylinder Engines) 925-2054A Ignition Key 631-04349 Discharge Chute Assembly (42” & 46”) NOTE: Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www.cubcadet.ca or phone (800) 668-1238 to purchase a Parts Manual. Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready.

  • Page 32: Emission Control Warranty Statement

    FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and, for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the emission (evaporative and/or exhaust) control system (ECS) warranty on your outdoor 2006 and later small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment engine) In California, new outdoor equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards (in other states, 1997 and later model year equipment must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the U.S.
  • Page 33 6. The outdoor equipment engine owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defec- tive, emission-related warranted part, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station. 7. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part.

  • Page 34: Warranty

    In Canada: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, call 1-800-668- 1238 or log on to our website at www.mtdcanada.com.

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