Cub Cadet LT1024 manual Towing, Service

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d.Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

e.Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the machine.

f.Disengage the cutting blade(s) before traveling in reverse. The “No-Cut-In Reverse” feature is a reminder not to cut in reverse and to help avoid back over accidents. Do not defeat it.

g.Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer burns from a hot muffler.

h.Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation.

9.Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.

TOWING

1.Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

2.Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

3.Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.

4.On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

5.Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

6.Do not coast downhill.

SERVICE

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE:

1.To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a.Use only an approved gasoline container.

b.Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

c.When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a

gasoline dispenser nozzle.

d.Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

e.Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

f.Never fuel machine indoors.

g.Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

h.Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than three inches below the top of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion.

i.Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

j.If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move unit to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.

k.To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.

l.Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

m.Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before storing.

GENERAL SERVICE:

1.Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas.

2.Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

3.Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades do not stop within the this time frame, your unit should be serviced professionally by an authorized Cub Cadet dealer.

4.Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation. Adjust and service as required.

5.Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked).

Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!”

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents General Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesChildren Slope OperationDo not Towing ServicePage Slope Gauge Gas and Oil Fill-up Tractor SET-UPKnow Your Lawn Tractor Throttle Control Lever Ignition SwitchChoke Control Brake PedalHour Meter System Indicator LightsCup Holder Electric PTO Blade Engage KnobSafety Interlock Switches Seat Adjustment LeverSetting the Gauge Wheels Operating Your Lawn TractorStopping the Engine Starting the EngineEngaging the Parking Brake Driving The TractorUsing the Deck Lift Lever Setting The Cruise ControlDriving On Slopes Operating The HeadlightsEngaging the PTO Moving The Tractor ManuallyMowing OFFLeveling the Deck Making AdjustmentsSeat Adjustment Parking Brake AdjustmentSteering Adjustment Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor Cleaning the Engine And DeckEngine LubricationTires ServiceHead Lamps Cutting BladesHex Flange Nut Wood Block Spindle Assembly BatteryChanging the Deck / PTO Belt FuseCutting Deck Removal Changing The Transmission Drive Belt Front of Tractor Hydrostatic TransmissionOFF-SEASON Storage Attachments & Accessories TroubleshootingHydrostatic Transmission SpecificationsCommercial USE CUB Cadet LLC MANUFACTURER’S ONE Year Limited WarrantyResidential USE CUB Cadet LLC MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty