Cub Cadet LT1046, LT1042, LT1045, LT1050 manual Maintenance Schedule

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SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 19 of this manual before storing for an extended period.

Engine

If the engine will be out of service for two months or more, use the following storage procedure:

Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine.

Change the oil and filter while the engine is still warm from operation. Refer to Changing the Engine OIl on page 20.

The fuel system must be completely emptied, or the gasoline must be treated with a fuel stabilizer such as STA-BIL®to prevent deterioration. If you choose to use a stabilizer, follow the manufacturers recommendations, and add the correct amount for the capacity of the fuel system. Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Run the engine for 2- to 3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor.

To empty the system, run the engine until the tank and system are empty.

WARNING: Allow engine to cool. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel. Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors, away from an open flame.

Remove the spark plug. Add one tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Install the plug, but do not reconnect the plug wire. Crank the engine two or three revolutions.

Store the engine in a clean, dry place.

WARNING: Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.

SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

 

 

 

 

Before

After Initial

Every

Every

Every

Every

Prior

Each Use

24 Hours

10 Hours

25 Hours

100 Hours

Season

to Storing

Clean Hood/Dash Louvers

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check Engine Oil Level

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean and Re-oil Air

 

 

 

 

 

 

Filter’s Foam Precleaner

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace Air Filter Element

 

 

 

 

 

 

Change Engine Oil & Filter

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean Battery Terminals

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lube Front Axles and Rims

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lube Front Deck Wheels

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lube Deck Spindles

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lube Pedal Pivot Points

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check Spark Plug

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Important Safe Operation Practices General OperationSlope Operation Towing Page Slope Gauge —Gas and Oil Fill-up Shipping Brace RemovalKnow Your Lawn Tractor Choke Control Ignition Switch ModuleSeat Adjustment Lever Brake PedalElectric PTO Blade Engage Knob Cruise Control LeverParking Brake Lever Safety Interlock Switches Reverse Caution ModeOperating Your Lawn Tractor Setting the Gauge Wheels Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Driving The Tractor Setting The Cruise ControlEngaging the Parking Brake Driving On SlopesMoving The Tractor Manually Using the Deck Lift LeverOperating the Headlights Engaging the PTOMulching 46-inch DecksInch Decks Leveling the Deck Front To RearSide to Side Parking Brake Adjustment Steering AdjustmentSeat Adjustment Engine Oil Maintaining Your Lawn TractorEngine Checking the Oil LevelChanging the Oil Filter Changing the Engine OIlDraining the Oil Re-filling the Crankcase with OilAir Filter PrecleanerService Paper Element Spark PlugsCleaning the Engine And Deck Fuel FilterSmart Jet Lubrication CarburetorAdjustment Fuse ServiceTires Cutting BladesChanging The Transmission Drive Belt BatteryCutting Deck Removal Jump StartingHydrostatic Transmission Changing the Deck BeltAll Models LT1042 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance LOG Troubleshooting Trouble Possible Causes Corrective ActionAttachments & Accessories AttachmentsReplacement Parts LT1042 LT1045 LT1046 LT1050Specifications LT1042 LT1045 LT1046 LT1050 CapacitiesMANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage MANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage U.S.A Page CUB Cadet LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio