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PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Operator’s Manual

FORM NO. 770-10094D.fm

(11/2001)

Riding Mower

Internal Bagging System

27.5” Cutting Deck

Model 1027

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 nearest engine authorized service 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

Summary of Contents for 1027

Page 1: ...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 Californ...

Page 2: ...ed below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related is...

Page 3: ...gine and remove key before dismounting Turn off blade s when not mowing Stop engine and wait until blade s comes to a complete stop before a removing grass catcher or unclogging chute or b making any...

Page 4: ...n Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of an adu...

Page 5: ...engine governor settings or overspeed the engine Excessive engine speeds are dangerous Observe proper disposal laws and regulations Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment...

Page 6: ...ly 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury If operating a walk behind mower on such a slope it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could sli...

Page 7: ...See Figure 3 Remove battery terminal screws with a Phillips screw driver or a 10 mm socket wrench Attach the red battery cable to the positive terminal marked and the black battery cable to the negati...

Page 8: ...within the discharge chute Tighten both wing nuts Attaching Bumper Remove bumper from the grass catcher inside which it was shipped Loosen and remove the two pairs of hex bolts and lock nuts from the...

Page 9: ...e level of grass clipping in the bag and when to stop and empty it Parking Brake Use to stop the mower from moving while parked WARNING The operation of any riding mower can result in foreign objects...

Page 10: ...ge parking brake shut engine off and remove key Using Shift Lever The shift lever is used to regulate the direction of your riding mower It can be set at forward neutral or reverse settings These sett...

Page 11: ...s soon as the engine starts let the key return to the ON position Move throttle choke control out of CHOKE position and into FAST throttle position Starting Mower Depress the brake pedal so that the p...

Page 12: ...the mower for any damage Repair the damage before operating it again Avoid scalping the lawn by adjusting the cutting height upwards and or sharpening the blades Mow at full throttle Learn the terrai...

Page 13: ...position Pivot the hood assembly up and remove the grasscatcher bag and the side discharge chute or the mulching plug from the mower Disconnect wire from the spark plug Locate the speed control cable...

Page 14: ...If the belt is slipping when you depress the blade engagement pedal about 3 4 loosen the two hex nuts on the cable See Figure 13 If the belt is engaging sooner than when the blade engagement pedal is...

Page 15: ...ower links as shown in Figure 15 inset Figure 15 Front to Rear Levelling Place the deck in the highest position Wearing a pair of heavy work gloves to prevent injury rotate the cutting blade so that i...

Page 16: ...ake and turn the ignition off Pivot the hood assembly up and remove the grass catcher Remove the spark plug wire Put the deck at the lowest cutting height by adjusting the cutting height adjustment le...

Page 17: ...in the riding mower as instructed in this manual We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit These may cause damage to electrical components spindles pulleys bear...

Page 18: ...ntainer Figure 19 Engine Refer to the separate engine manual for engine maintenance instructions Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit Read and follow i...

Page 19: ...aceable in line fuel filter Replace filter whenever contamination or discoloration is noticed Order replacement filter through your engine authorized service dealer SECTION 9 OFF SEASON STORAGE If the...

Page 20: ...n objects stuck in between deck and frame or belt path Remove obstruction and check for damage Replace belt if needed 2 Replace with proper belt Check Parts list in this manual for correct part number...

Page 21: ...ground wire runs from engine to frame or mounting bolt Engine cranks but will not start 1 Throttle choke not in starting position 2 No fuel to the carburetor 3 Fuel line or in line fuel filter plugged...

Page 22: ...47 25 48 27 25 40 16 24 46 NOTE For painted parts please refer to the list of color codes below Please add the applicable color code wherever needed to the part number to order a replacement part For...

Page 23: ...7 712 0241 Hex Nut 18 712 0267 Hex Nut 19 712 0324 Lock Nut 1 4 20 20 712 0411 Lock Nut 21 712 0711 Jam Nut 22 714 0470 Cotter Pin 23 723 0156 Ball Joint 24 726 3046 Ratchet Clip 25 731 0511 Trim Stri...

Page 24: ...0 28 11 31 4 28 12 46 45 38 53 50 NOTE For painted parts please refer to the list of color codes below Please add the applicable color code wherever needed to the part number to order a replacement pa...

Page 25: ...3 Flat Washer 411 x 1 25 x 100 26 736 0159 5 16 Washer 27 736 0169 Lock Washer 28 736 0187 Flat Washer 29 736 0262 Flat Washer 30 736 0272 Flat Washer 510 X 1 00 X 060 31 736 0300 Flat Washer 32 736 0...

Page 26: ...7 Cotter Pin 14 714 3010 Cotter Pin 15 720 0298 Handle Grip 16 732 0829 Extension Spring 17 732 0837 Torsion Spring 18 736 0119 Lock Washer 5 16 19 736 0140 Flat Washer 385 x 620 20 736 0169 Lock Wash...

Page 27: ...9 Shoulder Bushing 10 736 0119 Lock Washer 5 16 11 736 3000 Flat Washer 12 750 1064 Spacer 13 783 0591 Transaxle Bracket 14 783 0433A Shift Lever 8 3 5 11 13 1 2 7 10 6 4 9 14 12 2 NOTE For painted pa...

Page 28: ...asher 19 736 0427 Beleville Washer 20 737 0167 Grease 21 737 0288 Grease 22 738 0968 Shoulder Spacer 23 741 0405 Thrust Bearing 24 750 0705 Slv Spacer 25 754 0453 V Belt 26 756 0116 Idler Pulley 27 75...

Page 29: ...mbly 6 783 0554 Cam Bracket 8 783 0414A Frame Rail Rear 9 783 0413 Frame Rail L H 10 783 0412B Frame Rail R H 11 747 0985 Deck Rod 12 736 3019 Flat Washer 531 X 1 062 X 134 14 736 0275 Flat Washer 5 1...

Page 30: ...7 46 9 34 27 NOTE For painted parts please refer to the list of color codes below Please add the applicable color code wherever needed to the part number to order a replacement part For instance if a...

Page 31: ...ne Duct 27 732 3080A Compression Spring 28 735 0273 Rubber Washer 29 736 0119 Lock Washer 30 736 0123 Flat Washer 31 736 0169 Lock Washer 32 736 0188 Flat Washer 33 736 0222 Lock Washer 34 736 0329 Lo...

Page 32: ...1017 Torx AB Screw 1 4 14 x 0 625 4 720 0238 Rod End Grip 5 731 0511 Trim Strip 6 731 1691A Grass Bag Lens 7 783 0410 Bracket Reinforcement Hood 8 783 0445 Hood Model 1027 NOTE For painted parts plea...

Page 33: ...ake 3 618 0072B Upper Housing Assembly 4 611 0114 Detent Shaft Assembly 5 661 0006 Brake Yoke Assembly LH 6 710 1206 Hex Washer Hd TT Screw 1 4 20 x 2 37 Gr 5 7 710 1325 Hex Washer Hd TT Screw 1 4 20...

Page 34: ...9 Lock Washer 5 16 24 736 0169 Lock Washer 3 8 26 736 0289 Bushing 27 736 0300 Flat Washer 406 x 875 x 059 28 736 0343 Flat Washer 330 x 1 25 x 120 29 736 3020 Flat Washer 30 738 0968 Spacer 32 742 06...

Page 35: ...Clevis Pin 11 712 0271 Hex Sems Nut 1 4 20 12 712 0298 Jam Nut 13 712 0397 Wing Nut 14 714 0115 Cotter Pin 15 726 0271 Speed Nut 16 731 1441 Bag Handle 17 731 1743A Discharge Chute Grass Bag 18 731 1...

Page 36: ...629 0855 Harness Assembly 2 725 0267 Ignition Switch 5 Pin 3 725 1426 Solenoid 12 V 100 amp 4 725 1657A Interlock Switch 5 725 1727 Battery Cover 6 725 1746 Spring Switch 7 725 3234 Seat Switch 1 4 Tu...

Page 37: ...crew TT 1 4 20 x 50 6 710 0514 Hex Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 7 712 0431 Lock Nut 8 749 1099 Bumper Tube Front 2 4 3 1 5 6 5 8 7 7 NOTE For painted parts please refer to the list of color codes below Please a...

Page 38: ...38 Safety Decorative Labels...

Page 39: ...39 Your Notes Date Comments...

Page 40: ...lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Cub Cadet LLC does not exte...

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