Cub-cadet LT1042 Manual de usuario

FORM NO. 769-01514K.fmIMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYPRINTED IN U.S.A.Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combusti

10Throttle Control LeverThe throttle control lever is located on the left side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engin

11Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour MeterLCDLocated in the center of the tractor’s console, the systems indicator monitor records, and displays on its

12SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTORSafety Interlock SwitchesThis tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the o

13Setting the Gauge WheelsSelect the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height not

14Engaging the Parking BrakeTo engage the parking brake:• Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it while gently pushing the parking brake lever downw

15Disengage the cruise control using one of the following methods: • Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor.• Li

16• For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center. After the first two laps, reverse

17SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: Shut the engine off, removethe ignition key and engage the parking brakebefore making adjustments. Protect y

18Parking Brake AdjustmentIf the tractor does not come to a complete stop whenthe brake pedal is completely depressed, or if thetractor’s rear wheels

19SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTORNOTE: Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 30 for areference of recommended maintenance intervals.WARNING:

2TABLE OF CONTENTSFINDING MODEL NUMBERThis Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor. It will help you assemble, prepare and mai

20Changing the Engine OIlThe engine oil and oil filter should be changed after every 50 hours of tractor operation.WARNING: If the engine has been rec

21• Slowly pour oil into the fill tube. Fill the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full (F) mark on the dipstick (Refer to Page 19).• Reinstal

22Paper Element (Twin Cylinder Engine)The paper element should be replaced at least once a season, or every 100 hours of operation. Replace more frequ

232. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine.3. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your tractor’s Operator’s M

24CarburetorNOTE: Carburetor adjustments should be made onlyafter the engine has warmed up.The engines on Cub Cadet Series 1000 tractors are equipped

25SECTION 8: SERVICETiresWARNING: Never exceed the maximuminflation pressure shown on the sidewall of thetire.The recommended operating tire pressur

26BatteryCalifornia Proposition 65 Warning: Batteryposts, terminals, and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds, chemicalsknown to the Sta

27Changing The Transmission Drive BeltNOTE: Several components must be removed andspecial tools used in order to change the tractor’stransmission dri

2850-inch Decks• To ease in removing the belt in later steps, loosen, but do not remove, the bolt which secures the pivoting idler pulley to the idler

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3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endangerthe

30SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGEClean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 19 of this manual be

31SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE LOGPlease keep a record of the maintenance performed on your tractor.Date Hour Meter Maintenance Performed by

32SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTINGTrouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective ActionEngine fails to start PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged.Parking brake not engaged

33SECTION 13: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIESThe following attachments and accessories are compatible for Series 1000 Lawn Tractors. See your Cub Cadet

34SECTION 14: REPLACEMENT PARTSNOTE: Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and ser

35SECTION 15: SPECIFICATIONS** Cub Cadet reserves the right to change product specifications, design, and standard equipment without notice and witho

36CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONSThe California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc. are

KOHLER CO.FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSLIMITED WARRANTYUTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINESThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (

IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer. Pl

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423. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree br

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5e. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into t

68. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.9. After striking a foreign object,

7SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE3IGHTANDHOLDTHISLEVELWITHAVERTICALTREEORACORNEROFABUILDINGORAFENCEPOST&OLDALONGDOTTEDLINEREPRES

8SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UPShipping Brace RemovalWARNING: Make sure the riding mower’sengine is off, set the parking brake andremove the ignition key

9SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTORFigure 1NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s pos