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MTD i1046, i1050 warranty Operation, Know the Controls, A B D I G K L O N, Q C E H P F J M

Models: i1046, i1050

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Know the Controls

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Know the Controls

Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the figure below with your lawn tractor to learn about the location and purpose of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. It is very important to follow the instructions and operate the controls properly.

Operation

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Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position.

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A	Systems Indicator Monitor/ Hour Meter	J	Deck Lift Lever
B	Throttle Control Lever	K	Cup Holder
C	Key Switch Module	L	Seat Adjustment Lever
D	Choke Control Knob	M	Fuel Fill Cap
E	PTO (Blade Engage)Control Switch	N	Hydro Transmission Bypass Rods
F	Parking Brake Lever	O	Fuel Level Window
G	12 volt Power Outlet	P	Cargo Net
H	Drive Pedal	Q	Hood Lift Notch
I	Brake Pedal

NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position.

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MTD i1046, i1050 warranty Operation, Know the Controls, A B D I G K L O N, Q C E H P F J M

Contents

CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATIONZero Turn Riding Mower Time Saver Models i1046 OPERATOR’S MANUALTroubleshooting Setup and AdjustmentSafety Labels Making AdjustmentsFENCE POST Slope GaugeOperate Your Responsibility Safe OperationPractices ChildrenYour Responsibility Safe Operation PracticesGeneral Operation Restrict the useTowing Slope OperationDo Not Safe Operation PracticesYour Responsibility ServiceSafe Operation Practices Restrict the useOpening the Tractor Hood Setting Up Your Lawn TractorAttaching the Battery Cables Gas and Oil Fill-upof throwing objects. Never operate the Tire PressureCarriage Bolt Wing Nut in its down position, even with theA B D I G K L O N OperationKnow the Controls Q C E H P F J M12V Power Outlet Control SwitchKey Switch Module Throttle Control LeverBattery Indicator Light Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour MeterSeat Adjustment Lever Oil Pressure Indicator LightCargo Net Safety Interlock SystemIndicator Hydro Transmission Bypass RodsDriving The Tractor Starting the EngineStopping the Engine OperationMoving the Tractor Manually Steering the TractorDriving On Slopes MowingMulching Installing Mulching Plug on 46 Decks ONLYInstalling Mulching Plug on 50” Decks ONLY OperationAdjusting the Seat AdjustmentsMaking Adjustments Adjustment Gear Hex Cap Screwmanual. Stop the engine before performing any adjustments Deck Gauge Wheel Adjustmentwhere specified in the operator’s Front To Rear Leveling50 Deck ONLY Deck Rear Roller Adjustment46 Deck ONLY AdjustmentsChanging Engine Oil & Filter Maintaining Your TractorMaintaining Your Lawn Tractor Checking Engine Oil LevelSpark Plugs Air CleanerServicing the Precleaner Servicing Paper ElementPivot Bar adjustment Steering MaintenanceCleaning Steering Gears Engine CoolingLubrication Cleaning the Tractor and Decksymbol Deck Wash SystemBattery Failures BatteryCleaning the Battery These failures are NOT covered by your tractor’s warrantyHex Flange Nut Spindle AssemblyCutting Blades Blade Separation Worn Blade Edge Wind Wing Sharpen EdgeHydrostatic Transmission Reinstalling the Cutting DeckAlways use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement Changing the Deck Belt46 Mower Deck Figure 26 Replacement Belt Routing 46 Mower DeckFigure 27 Replacement Belt Routing 50 Mower Deck 50 Mower DeckMaintaining Your Tractor of ignition prior to draining fuel Attachments & AccessoriesOff-Season Storage Drain fuel only into an approved containerin this manual and on the machine Safety LabelsWarning/Instruction Label On Center of Fender Running Board On Steering GearsRemedy Trouble ShootingProblem CauseCause Trouble ShootingProblem RemedyDescription Replacement PartsTo order replacement ModelOWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES LIMITED WARRANTY UTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINESMANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS REQUIREMENTSMANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIESCub Cadet LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019, Phone CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FORSERIES 1000 & SERIES 1500 TRACTORS MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone