Cub Cadet LT1024 manual

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6.Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

7.Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

8.Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

9.After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating.

10.Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running.

11.Do not change the engine governor settings or

over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

12.Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

13.Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.

14.Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!”

WARNING: YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Important Safe Operation Practices General OperationSlope Operation Do notChildren Service TowingPage Slope Gauge Tractor SET-UP Gas and Oil Fill-upKnow Your Lawn Tractor Choke Control Ignition SwitchThrottle Control Lever Brake PedalCup Holder System Indicator LightsHour Meter Electric PTO Blade Engage KnobSetting the Gauge Wheels Seat Adjustment LeverSafety Interlock Switches Operating Your Lawn TractorEngaging the Parking Brake Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Driving The TractorDriving On Slopes Setting The Cruise ControlUsing the Deck Lift Lever Operating The HeadlightsMowing Moving The Tractor ManuallyEngaging the PTO OFFMaking Adjustments Leveling the DeckParking Brake Adjustment Steering AdjustmentSeat Adjustment Engine Cleaning the Engine And DeckMaintaining Your Lawn Tractor LubricationHead Lamps ServiceTires Cutting BladesBattery Hex Flange Nut Wood Block Spindle AssemblyFuse Cutting Deck RemovalChanging the Deck / PTO Belt Changing The Transmission Drive Belt Hydrostatic Transmission Front of TractorOFF-SEASON Storage Troubleshooting Attachments & AccessoriesSpecifications Hydrostatic TransmissionCUB Cadet LLC MANUFACTURER’S ONE Year Limited Warranty Commercial USECUB Cadet LLC MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty Residential USE