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Cub Cadet 13AP91AT596 Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor — LTX 1146
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, 60 OTTAWA STREET SOUTH, KITCHENER, ON N2G 3S7
LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5
Printed In USA
769-04548
(1.9.09)

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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, 60 OTTAWA STREET SOUTH, KITCHENER, ON N2G 3S7 LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5 Printed In USA 769-04548 (1.9.09)

  • 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 Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. This machine should not be driven up or Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme down ramp(s), because the machine could tip over, causing caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 5 Service Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the Safe Handling of Gasoline: presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme the dangers.
  • Page 6 Do not modify engine Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades 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 Moving the Tractor Manually Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the tractor manually. Activating this valve forces the fluid in the transmission to bypass its normal route, allowing the rear tires to “freewheel.” To engage the hydrostatic relief valve, proceed as follows: Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor.
  • Page 10 Figure 3-4 Figure 3-3 NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the Maintenance section your Operator’s Manual prior to operating the tractor. Installing the Mulching Kit (if equipped) Your unit may or may not include a mulching kit.
  • Page 11 Checking Tire Pressure Adjusting the Seat WARNINg! To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat Maximum tire pressure under any adjustment lever. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be desired position;...

  • Page 12: Controls & Features

    Controls and Features Systems Indicator Monitor Fuel Tank Cap Ignition Switch Module Throttle Control Electric PTO Knob Fuel Level Indicator Drive Pedal Brake Pedal Choke Control Reverse Pedal Deck Lift Lever Parking Brake/ Seat Adjustment Lever Cruise Control Lever Cup Holder Storage Bin Figure 4-1 Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Figure 4-1...
  • Page 13 Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Seen) Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter LCD The seat adjustment lever is located below the front/left of the seat. The lever allows for adjustment of the fore to aft position of When the ignition key is rotated out of the operator’s seat.
  • Page 14 Fuel Level Indicator The Fuel Level Indicator is located on the left side of the tractor’s dash and indicates the amount of fuel in the gas tank. Electric PTO (Blade Engage) Knob To engage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments on models equipped with an electric PTO, pull outward on the PTO (Blade Engage) knob.

  • 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 Set-Up and Assembly section of this manual •...
  • 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 Mowing Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other WARNING! To help avoid blade contact or a (separately available) attachments. thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine To engage the PTO: while it is in operation.

  • 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 valve to Battery expose the drain port. See Fig 6-1. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
  • Page 21 Lubrication Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks surface. See Figure 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 Deck Spindle Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. Grease fittings can be found on each deck spindle. See Figure Loosen (thread outward) the hex lock nut on the end of the 6-4. Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2 multi- deck hanger rod.
  • Page 23 Leveling the Deck (Side to Side) Steering Adjustment If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted.

  • Page 24: Service

    Service Cutting Deck Removal Remove the cotter pin from the end of the stabilizer rod and slide the stabilizer out of the hanger bracket on the To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows: deck. See Figure 7-2. Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 25 Cutting Blades To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the WARNING! Shut the engine off and remove cutting edges, parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25°- 30° angle. Always grind each cutting blade edge equally to ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or replacement.
  • Page 26 Battery Fuse CAUTION: WARNING! If removing the battery, disconnect the Before servicing, repairing, or NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal first, inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re- brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE unintended starting.
  • Page 27 Changing the Deck Belt Deck Idler Bracket WARNING! Shut the engine off and remove ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping blades and pulleys. WARNING! The V-belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy 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(s) to spark plug(s). Throttle control lever not in correct starting Place throttle lever to FAST position.

  • Page 29: Attachments & Accessories

    Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible for LT1046. See your dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. Caution: Series 1000 lawn tractors are 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 759-3336 Spark Plug (Champion RC12YC) KH-32-883-03-S1 Kohler Air Filter Element and Pre-cleaner KH-52-050-02-S Kohler Oil Filter KH-25-050-22-S1 Kohler Fuel Filter 954-04219 Drive Belt (Mowing Deck) 942-04244 2-in-1 Deck Blade 918-04636 Deck Spindle NOTE: Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www.cubcadet.ca or phone (800) 567-6775 to purchase a Parts Manual. Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready.
  • Page 31 Component Part Number and Description 734-04155 Deck Wheel (Front) 734-0973 Deck Wheel (Rear) 925-1707D Battery 951-3111 Fuel Tank Cap 746-04120 Choke Control 746-04352 Throttle Control Cable 925-2054A Ignition Key (Plastic) 631-04288 Discharge Chute Assembly NOTE: Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www.cubcadet.ca or phone (800) 567-6775 to purchase a Parts Manual. Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready.

  • Page 32: Emission Control Warranty Statement

    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 2008 lawn mower. In California, new lawn mowers 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 33 WARRANTED PARTS: The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the lawn mower has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part.

  • Page 34: Warranty

    Without limiting the foregoing, this limited warranty does not provide coverage The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to in the following cases: new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the a.

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