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FORM NO. 769-02064.fm

(10/11/2005)

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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 Cub Cadet 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

Operator’s Manual

CVT Lawn Tractor

S

ERIES 1000

Model LT1040

Summary of Contents for LT1040

Page 1: ...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 Califor...

Page 2: ...tacting Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose fro...

Page 3: ...rsonal injury 7 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause dis...

Page 4: ...hift while on the slope Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action...

Page 5: ...eling 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...

Page 6: ...mediately 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 compro...

Page 7: ...7 SECTION 2 SLOPE GAUGE 3IGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE OR A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST O L D A L O N G D O T T E D L I N E R E P R E S E N T S A S L O P E...

Page 8: ...efore operating Refer to Checking the Oil Level on page 19 for detailed instructions Be careful not to overfill Shipping Brace Removal WARNING Make sure the riding mower s engine is off set the parkin...

Page 9: ...position A Systems Indicator Monitor Hour Meter H Ignition Switch Module B Throttle Control Lever I PTO Blade Engage Knob C Choke Control J Brake Pedal D Parking Brake Lever K Drive Pedal E Shift Leve...

Page 10: ...the shift lever Doing so may result in serious damage to the tractor s transmission Ignition Switch Module WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage PTO move shift lever into...

Page 11: ...ob To engage the power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments pull outward on the PTO Blade Engage knob Push the PTO Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to the cutti...

Page 12: ...he REVERSE CAUTION MODE IMPORTANT The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat 1 Start the engine as previously instructed in this Operator s Manual 2 Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING Green posi...

Page 13: ...ls to the index hole that provides the approximate 1 2 clearance as described above Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 17 of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustmen...

Page 14: ...clines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury Mow up and down slopes NEVER across Exercise extreme ca...

Page 15: ...top machine if anyone enters the area This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet s quality cutting decks The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor WAR...

Page 16: ...ill cause the clippings to clump up beneath the deck and not be mulched effectively Maintain a slow ground speed to allow the grass clippings more time to effectively be mulched Always position the th...

Page 17: ...utermost hex lock nut on the end of the deck hanger rod See Figure 9 Tighten the inner hex nut front against the front hanger bracket to raise the front of the deck loosen the hex nut to lower the fro...

Page 18: ...teering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear the steering drag links may need to be adjusted Adjust th...

Page 19: ...ingle cylinder models or twisting it twin cylinder models out of the oil fill tube Wipe the dipstick clean before pushing it all the way back into the oil fill tube Withdraw the dipstick to check the...

Page 20: ...to begin draining oil After the oil has finished draining push the oil drain valve back in rotate it clockwise to lock the valve closed and re cap the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from en...

Page 21: ...upper section of the air cleaner cover Reinstall the air cleaner cover and tighten the knob s securely Service Paper Element The paper element should be replaced at least every 100 hours of operation...

Page 22: ...s from the deck s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING 1 Drive the tractor to a level clear spot on your lawn near enough to a water...

Page 23: ...th a idle speed adjustment screw and a low idle fuel mixture screw The carburetor is designed to deliver the correct fuel to air mixture to the engine under all operating conditions The main fuel jet...

Page 24: ...rforming steps 2 and 3 2 Low Idle Fuel Screw Setting Place the throttle into the idle or slow position Turn the low idle fuel mixture screw out counterclockwise from the preliminary setting until engi...

Page 25: ...and or spindle for cracks or damage especially if you strike a foreign object Replace immediately if damaged The blades may be removed as follows Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cut...

Page 26: ...ion Allow the tractor s engine to run for 15 minutes before shutting it off to allow the alternating system time to charge the discharged battery Charging If the unit has not been put into use for an...

Page 27: ...bottom notch on the right fender Remove the belt guards by removing the self tapping screws that fasten them to the deck Remove the belt keeper rod from around the engine pulley Insert a 3 8 drive rat...

Page 28: ...ngine until the tank and system are empty WARNING Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors away from an open flame Allow engine to cool Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources...

Page 29: ...eplace cap if damaged Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam precleaner Engine overheats Engine oil level low Air flow r...

Page 30: ...gned for use with any type of ground engaging attachments e g tiller or mulboard plow Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor s warranty Attachments 190 217B Mow N Vac Debris Collection Sy...

Page 31: ...Kohler Air Filter Precleaner 20 083 03 S Kohler Oil Filter 52 050 02 S Kohler Fuel Filter 25 050 22 S Drive Belt Transmission Upper 754 0468 Drive Belt Transmission Lower 754 0467 Drive Belt Mowing D...

Page 32: ...se Speed 0 m p h 2 3 m p h Engine Air cooled 4 cycle Make Kohler Courage Model SV540 Cylinders Single Bore 89 mm 3 50 in Stroke 86 mm 3 38 in Displacement 535 cc 32 6 cubic in Power 3600 RPM 13 4 kW 1...

Page 33: ...4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period 2 Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructio...

Page 34: ...d in 1995 or later are warranted for to years in California For 1997 and later model years EPA requires manufacturers to warrant engines for two years in all other states These warranty periods will b...

Page 35: ...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 36: ...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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