Cub Cadet LTI050 manual SettingtheGaugeWheels, Startingthe Engine, Stoppingthe Engine

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SettingtheGaugeWheels

Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender.

Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between l_-inch and _/2-inchabove the ground as follows.

from the discharge opening of the cutting

WARNING: Keep hands and feet away deck.

Place the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably pavement. Refer to Figure 4, and proceed as follows:

Place the tractor's deck lift handle in the normally desired mowing height setting, then check the

gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the surface below.

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Figure 4

If the wheels contact the surface adjust as follows:

a.Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting.

b.Remove the rear gauge wheels by removing the lock nuts and shoulder screws which

secure them to the deck.

c.Remove the lock nuts and shoulder screws

which secure the front gauge wheels to the deck.

d.Place the deck lift handle in the desired mowing height setting.

e.Insert the shoulder screw with the rear gauge wheel into the index hole that leaves

approximately 1/2" between the bottom of the wheel and the pavement.

f.Note the position of the index hole used; then install the other rear gauge wheel and the front ball wheels into the corresponding index hole of the other gauge wheel brackets.

If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance with the surface below, lower the wheels to the index

hole that provides the approximate 1/2" clearance as described above.

Refer to Levelingthe Deckon page 17 of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments.

Startingthe Engine

interlock system is malfunctioning. This

WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the system was designed for your safety and

protection.

NOTE: Refer to the TRACTORSET-UPon page 8 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.

Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.

Place the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the disengaged (OFF) position.

Engage the tractor's parking brake.

Activate the choke control.

Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position. After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the NORMAL MOWING position.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause damage to your engine'selectric starter.

After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control.

NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly.

Stoppingthe Engine

WARNING:

If you

strike

a

foreign

object,

stop the

engine

and disconnect

the spark plug

wire(s).

Thoroughly

inspect

the machine for

any damage.

Repair the

damage

before

restarting and operating

 

 

 

If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) position.

Place the throttle control near the FAST position

Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position.

Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting.

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LTI050 specifications

The Cub Cadet LTI050 is a standout lawn care solution designed for both residential and commercial users who value efficiency and durability. With its powerful engine and innovative features, this riding lawn mower is built to tackle a variety of terrains while ensuring a high-quality cut.

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