Cub Cadet Lawn Mower Operators Manual for LT Series 1000 Models

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Operator’s Manual

SERIES 1000

Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor

Models LT1042

LT1045

LT1046

LT1050

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

PRINTED IN U.S.A.	FORM NO. 769-01514F.fm
	(11/9/2005)

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents General Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesSlope Operation Towing Page — Slope GaugeShipping Brace Removal Gas and Oil Fill-upKnow Your Lawn Tractor Seat Adjustment Lever Ignition Switch ModuleChoke Control Brake PedalCruise Control Lever Electric PTO Blade Engage KnobParking Brake Lever Reverse Caution Mode Safety Interlock SwitchesOperating Your Lawn Tractor Starting the Engine Setting the Gauge WheelsStopping the Engine Engaging the Parking Brake Setting The Cruise ControlDriving The Tractor Driving On SlopesOperating the Headlights Using the Deck Lift LeverMoving The Tractor Manually Engaging the PTO46-inch Decks MulchingInch Decks Front To Rear Leveling the DeckSide to Side Steering Adjustment Parking Brake AdjustmentSeat Adjustment Engine Maintaining Your Lawn TractorEngine Oil Checking the Oil LevelDraining the Oil Changing the Engine OIlChanging the Oil Filter Re-filling the Crankcase with OilService Paper Element PrecleanerAir Filter Spark PlugsFuel Filter Cleaning the Engine And DeckSmart Jet Carburetor LubricationAdjustment Tires ServiceFuse Cutting BladesCutting Deck Removal BatteryChanging The Transmission Drive Belt Jump StartingChanging the Deck Belt Hydrostatic TransmissionAll Models LT1042 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance LOG Trouble Possible Causes Corrective Action TroubleshootingAttachments Attachments & AccessoriesLT1042 LT1045 LT1046 LT1050 Replacement PartsLT1042 LT1045 LT1046 LT1050 Capacities SpecificationsMANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage MANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage U.S.A Page CUB Cadet LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio