Cub Cadet LTX1046M Operation, Safety Interlock Switches, Starting the Engine, Stopping the Engine

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Operation

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TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

•GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.

•AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.

•DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP.

•IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY.

•KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACE AND WORKING.

•REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).

•KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.

•BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).

•BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S POSITION, DISENGAGE BLADE(S), ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE, SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY.

READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Safety Interlock Switches

This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact your Cub Cadet dealer.

•The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, and the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is in the disengaged (OFF) position.

•The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake.

•The electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor’s seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged.

•With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position, the electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is moved into the engaged (ON) position with the drive pedal in position for reverse travel.

WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection.

Starting the Engine

NOTE: Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.

1.Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.

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

3.Engage the tractor’s parking brake.

4.On some models, activate the choke control by moving the throttle/choke control all the way forward into the choke position. On other models, pull the Choke Control Knob outward to activate the choke with the throttle control moved midway between its SLOW and FAST positions.

NOTE: If the engine is warmed up, it may not be necessary to place the choke control in the choke position.

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

NORMAL MOWING position.

CAUTION: 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’s electric starter.

6.After the engine starts, deactivate the choke.

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

Stopping the 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.

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

2.Place the throttle control near the SLOW position.

3.Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position.

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

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Contents Operator’s Manual Record Product Information Table of ContentsTo The Owner Thank YouGeneral Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesSlope Operation Do NotAvoid erratic operation and excessive speed Towing ServiceGeneral Service ChildrenSpark Arrestor Do not modify engineAvoid jack-knifing when towing, go slow and make wide turns Safety SymbolsTOO Steep Slope GaugeAssembly & Set-Up Contents of CrateTractor Set-Up Connecting the Battery Cables Setting the Deck Gauge WheelsChecking Tire Pressure Gas and Oil Adjusting the SeatChoke Control Controls & FeaturesSeat Adjustment Lever Throttle/Choke ControlDrive Pedal Ignition Switch ModuleSystems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter LCD Deck Lift LeverFuel Level Indicator PTO/Blade Engage HandleParking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Stopping the Engine Safety Interlock SwitchesOperation Starting the EngineDriving The Tractor Reverse Caution ModeOperating the Headlights Engaging the Parking Brake Setting the Cruise ControlUsing the Deck Lift Lever Driving On SlopesMowing Engaging the PTOChanging the Engine Oil Maintenance & AdjustmentsMaintenance Schedule MaintenanceSmart Jet Cleaning the TractorAir Cleaner Spark Plug Hydrostatic TransmissionDeck Wheels LubricationFront Wheels Pivot Points & LinkageLeveling the Deck Front To Rear AdjustmentsParking Brake Adjustment Hex Bolt Adjustment GearBefore storing the machine for an extended period Steering AdjustmentOff-Season Storage Ball Joint Drag Link Hex NutService Cutting Deck RemovalDeck Idler Bracket Deck Lift Arm Deck Support Pin Changing the Deck BeltCutting Blades PulleyReplace the belt guard. See Figure Jump Starting BatteryCharging FuseTires Changing the Transmission Drive BeltProblem Cause Remedy TroubleshootingComponent Part Number and Description Spark Plug BPR4ES NGK KawasakiKM-11013-7050 Fuel Tank Cap Kaw. & Kohl. Twin Cyl Throttle Control Cable Kawasaki TwinChoke Control Cable Kawasaki Twin Model Number Description Attachments & AccessoriesYour Warranty Rights and Obligations GDOC-100223 Rev. a Warranted PartsCanada GDOC-100014 REV. BManual del Operador Registro de información de producto Al propietarioGracias ÍndiceFuncionamiento general Medidas importantes de seguridadFuncionamiento en pendientes Haga lo siguienteNo haga lo siguiente Manejo seguro de la gasolina ServicioNiños RemolqueNo modifique el motor Aviso referido a emisionesGuardachispas Símbolos De Seguridad Guarde manos y pies lejos de hacer girar partesEvite navaja al remolcar. Vaya lento y haga vueltas anchas Aceptar Mover Manualmente el Tractor Montaje y ConfiguraciónConfiguración del tractor Contenido del cajónInstalación del cable de la baterías Control de la presión de los neumáticosAjuste de las ruedas de calibración de la plataforma Gasolina y aceite Ajuste del asientoPalanca de ajuste del asiento Controles y CaracterísticasControl del regulador/cebador Pedal de frenoFreno Pedal de la transmisiónPedal de la marcha atrás Módulo del interruptor de encendidoAceite Cargo NetoIndicador de nivel de combustible Control del EstranguladorEnganche de cuchilla esté en posición desconectada OFF FuncionamientoEncendido del motor Detención del motorConducción del tractor Modo de precaución en marcha atrásBotón de Operación en pendientes Colocación del freno de manoActivación del control de crucero Utilización de la palanca de elevación de la plataforma Corte de céspedPTO enganche de cuchilla hasta la posición on Conectada Motor Mantenimiento y AjustesCalendario de mantenimiento MantenimientoPalanca de cambio Limpieza del tractorDepurador de aire Bujía de encendidoRuedas de plataforma LubricaciónRuedas delanteras Puntos de pivote y varillajePerno Hexagonal Engranaje de Ajuste AjustesNivelación de la plataforma adelante atrás Nivelación de la plataforma lado a ladoRótula Barra de Acoplamiento Tuerca hexagonal Almacenamiento fuera de temporadaAjuste del freno de mano Ajuste del volanteServicio Extracción de la plataforma de corteSoporte De la Cubierta Polea Para retirar las cuchillas, haga lo siguiente Cuchillas de corteFigura Borde desgastado De cuchilla Ventilete AfiladoCarga de la batería BateríaFusible Arranque por medio de conexión en puenteNeumáticos Cambio de la correa de transmisiónCambio de la correa de la plataforma Replace the belt guard. See Figura Solución de Problemas Nivelada Afile o cambie la cuchilla AngostaAfile o cambie la cuchilla Corte desigual La plataforma no está correctamenteComponente Número de pieza y Descripción Piezas de reemplazoControl del Acelerador Kawasaki Doble Tapa del Tanque de CombustibleMáquina Quitanieve Archivo adjunto Aditamentos y AccesoriosSUS Derechos Y Obligaciones EN Cuanto a LA Garantía GDOC-100223 ModificadaEn Estados Unidos de América En Canadá

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