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SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR

Figure 1

NOTE:

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

A

Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter

H

Ignition Switch

B

Throttle Control Lever

I

Brake Pedal

C

Choke Control

J

Drive Pedal

D

Parking Brake Lever

K

Cruise Control Lever

E

Fuel Tank Cap

L

Deck Lift Lever

F

Seat Adjustment Lever

M

Cup Holder

G

PTO (Blade Engage) Knob

H

B

A

G

C

D

E

L

K

J

F

I

M

NOTE:

Steering Wheel not shown for clarity.

BRAKE

HOURS 1/10

PARKING

OIL PRESSURE

PTO / BLADE ENGAGE

BATTERY

P

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Summary of Contents for LT1018

Page 1: ...e 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 Publ...

Page 2: ...information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your Cub Cadet dealer You can locate the model number by looking on the left side of the frame behind the tire A sample model pla...

Page 3: ...ay cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thro...

Page 4: ...t turn on slopes unless necessary then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible 2 Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge...

Page 5: ...d 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 disengagemen...

Page 6: ...ORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION DISENGAGE BLADE S ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN...

Page 7: ...E Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury If operating a walk behind mower...

Page 8: ...el before operating Refer to Checking the Oil Level on page 18 for detailed instructions Be careful not to overfill Shipping Brace Removal WARNING Make sure the riding mower s engine is off set the pa...

Page 9: ...onitor Hour Meter H Ignition Switch B Throttle Control Lever I Brake Pedal C Choke Control J Drive Pedal D Parking Brake Lever K Cruise Control Lever E Fuel Tank Cap L Deck Lift Lever F Seat Adjustmen...

Page 10: ...a running machine unattended Always disengage the PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting To start the engine insert the key into the ignition switch and turn...

Page 11: ...nob Push the PTO Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to the cutting deck NOTE The PTO Blade Engage knob must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine when traveling in re...

Page 12: ...s on the right fender To adjust the deck wheels so that they are between inch and inch above the ground as follows WARNING Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck NOTE...

Page 13: ...result in a rich fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly Stopping the Engine WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engi...

Page 14: ...til the desired speed is achieved Lightly depress the cruise control lever While continuing to hold the cruise lever down lift your foot from the drive pedal you should feel the cruise latch engage On...

Page 15: ...terlock Switches on page 12 Figure 8 Mowing WARNING To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in ope...

Page 16: ...racket See Figure 9 Figure 9 Locate the two lock nuts on the opposite side of the stabilizer bracket See Figure 9 Tighten the lock nuts to raise the front of the deck loosen the lock nuts to lower the...

Page 17: ...the ball joint See Figure 12 Remove the hex nut and lock washer on the top of ball joint See Figure 12 Figure 12 Thread the ball joint toward the jam nut to shorten the drag link Thread the ball joint...

Page 18: ...ite order after oil has finished draining Refill the engine with new motor oil IMPORTANT Refer to the Briggs Stratton Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity...

Page 19: ...ng metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin Allow the tractor to cool and use caution when changing the lamp bulbs Replace headlight bulbs as follows Lift the hood and locate the hea...

Page 20: ...he battery for any reason disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When re installing the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire its terminal...

Page 21: ...e top notch on the right fender to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release themselves fro...

Page 22: ...arlier in this section After disconnecting the battery cables remove the battery and battery tray from beneath the seat IMPORTANT When removing the battery disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s...

Page 23: ...p of the electric PTO clutch The engine pulley is located directly above the electric PTO clutch Lower the engine pulley far enough to be able to remove the upper drive belt from around it IMPORTANT W...

Page 24: ...esh gasoline Run the engine for 2 3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor To empty the system run the engine until the tank and system are empty WARNING Drain fuel only into an approved c...

Page 25: ...CHOKE control in Connect and tighten spark plug wire s Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace fuel filter if so equipped Clear vent or replace cap if damaged...

Page 26: ...ion Ratio 8 5 1 8 5 1 Engine Speed governed Low Speed 1200 RPM 1200 RPM High Speed no load 3300 RPM 100 RPM 3300 RPM 100 RPM Spark Plug Gap 030 in 76 mm 030 in 76 mm Armature Air Gap 010 014 in 25 36...

Page 27: ...rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes shave plates and tires CUB CADET does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States of America its pos sessions and...

Page 28: ...h HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED CUB CADET DEALER To locate the dealer in your area please check for a listing at www cubcadet...

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