Cub Cadet Lawn Mower LTX1050VT User Guide

Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty  
Op e r a t O r s Ma n u a l  
Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor — LTX1050VT  
WARNING  
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL  
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.  
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.  
CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019  
Printed In USA  
Form No. 769-05503  
(December 3, 2009)  
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Important Safe Operation Practices  
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WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,  
could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow  
all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply  
with these instructions may result in personal injury.  
When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!  
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65  
WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components  
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects  
or other reproductive harm.  
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead  
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive  
harm. Wash hands after handling  
DANGER! This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in  
this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the  
operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet  
and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in  
serious injury or death.  
6.  
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be  
used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other  
foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by  
the blade(s). Thrown objects can cause serious personal  
injury.  
General Operation  
1.  
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the  
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to  
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for  
future and regular reference and for ordering replacement  
parts.  
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 discharged material to ricochet back  
toward the operator.  
2.  
Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.  
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them  
quickly.  
3.  
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this  
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand  
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual  
and on the machine and should be trained and supervised  
by an adult.  
8.  
9.  
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during  
operation and while performing an adjustment or repair  
to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can  
cause serious injury to the eyes.  
Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting  
slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be  
caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in  
bare feet or sandals.  
4.  
5.  
Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper  
instruction.  
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 operation. Stop machine if  
anyone enters the area.  
10. Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction  
and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower  
without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its  
proper place.  
11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the  
cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate  
hands and feet.  
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12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade  
Slope Operation  
contact or thrown object injuries.  
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over  
accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes  
require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you  
feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.  
13. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or  
roads and while not cutting grass.  
14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing  
roadways. This machine is not intended for use on any  
public roadway.  
For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this  
manual to measure slopes before operating this machine on  
a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as  
shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this machine on that  
area or serious injury could result.  
15. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of  
alcohol or drugs.  
16. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.  
17. Never carry passengers.  
Do:  
1.  
Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme  
caution when changing direction on slopes.  
18. Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse. Back up  
slowly. Always look down and behind before and while  
backing to avoid a back-over accident.  
2.  
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden  
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall  
grass can hide obstacles.  
19. Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly.  
Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.  
3.  
Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so  
that you will not have to stop or shift 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.  
20. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait  
until the blade(s) come to a complete stop before removing  
grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing  
any grass or debris, or making any adjustments.  
21. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn  
off blade(s), place transmission in neutral, set parking  
brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel  
weights or counterweights to improve stability.  
22. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into  
a trailer or truck. This machine should not be driven up or  
down ramp(s), because the machine could tip over, causing  
serious personal injury. The machine must be pushed  
manually on ramp(s) to load or unload properly.  
Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.  
These can change the stability of the machine.  
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do  
not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid  
engagement or braking could cause the front of the  
machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could  
cause serious injury.  
23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do  
not touch.  
24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under  
low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc.,  
where the operator may be struck or pulled from the  
machine, which could result in serious injury.  
7.  
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,  
disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down  
the slope.  
25. Disengage all attachment clutches, depress the brake  
pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting  
to start engine.  
Do Not:  
1.  
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly  
and gradually downhill, if possible.  
26. Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of  
a height no more than 10”. Do not attempt to mow through  
unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of dry leaves.  
Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and/  
or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire  
hazard.  
2.  
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The  
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge  
of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in.  
3.  
Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on  
the ground.  
4.  
5.  
Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.  
27. Use only accessories and attachments approved for this  
machine by the machine manufacturer. Read, understand  
and follow all instructions provided with the approved  
accessory or attachment.  
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause  
sliding.  
6.  
7.  
Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Over-speeding  
may cause the operator to lose control of the machine  
resulting in serious injury or death.  
28. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are  
involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related  
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability  
to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect  
themselves and others from serious injury.  
Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. loaded  
dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5  
degrees. When going down hill, the extra weight tends  
to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control  
(e.g. tractor may speed up, braking and steering ability are  
reduced, attachment may jack-knife and cause tractor to  
overturn).  
29. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use  
care and good judgment. Contact your customer service  
representative for assistance.  
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Children  
Service  
1.  
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the  
Safe Handling of Gasoline:  
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the  
machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand  
the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where  
you last saw them.  
1.  
To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme  
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely  
flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious  
personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on  
yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin  
and change clothes immediately.  
a. Keep children out of the mowing area and in  
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the  
operator.  
a. Use only an approved gasoline container.  
b. Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the  
area.  
b. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck  
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place  
containers on the ground away from your vehicle  
before filling.  
c. Before and while backing, look behind and down for  
small children.  
d. Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut off.  
They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere  
with safe machine operation.  
c. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment  
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.  
If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on  
a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a  
gasoline dispenser nozzle.  
e. 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 the  
path of the machine.  
d. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel  
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is  
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.  
f.  
To avoid back-over accidents, always disengage  
the cutting blade(s) before shifting into Reverse.  
If equipped, the “Reverse Caution Mode” should  
not be used when children or others are around.  
e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other  
sources of ignition.  
f.  
Never fuel machine indoors.  
g. Keep children away from hot or running engines.  
They can suffer burns from a hot muffler.  
g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine  
is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two  
minutes before refueling.  
h. Remove key when machine is unattended to  
prevent unauthorized operation.  
h. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½  
inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for  
fuel expansion.  
2.  
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this  
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand  
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual  
and on the machine and should be trained and supervised  
by an adult.  
i.  
j.  
Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.  
If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and  
equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5  
minutes before starting the engine.  
Towing  
1.  
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for  
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the  
hitch point.  
k. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass,  
leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel  
spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.  
2.  
Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight  
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.  
l.  
Never store the machine or fuel container inside  
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light  
as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes  
dryer or other gas appliances.  
3.  
Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.  
4.  
On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause  
loss of traction and loss of control.  
m. Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before  
storing.  
5.  
Always use extra caution when towing with a machine  
capable of making tight turns (e.g. “zero-turn” ride-on  
mower). Make wide turns to avoid jack-knifing.  
General Service  
1.  
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.  
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless,  
and deadly gas.  
6.  
7.  
Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.  
Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.  
2.  
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the  
blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the  
spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent  
unintended starting.  
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3.  
Periodically check to make sure the blades come to  
complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after  
operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades  
do not stop within the this time frame, your machine  
should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD  
Service Dealer.  
Do not modify engine  
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any  
way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway  
engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper  
with factory setting of engine governor.  
4.  
5.  
Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear  
during normal operation. Adjust and service as required.  
Notice Regarding Emissions  
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal  
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)  
are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and  
may include the following emission control systems: Engine  
Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air  
Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.  
Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent  
intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s)  
for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace  
the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s  
(O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts  
which do not meet the original equipment specifications  
may lead to improper performance and compromise  
safety!”  
Spark Arrestor  
WARNING! This machine is equipped with an  
internal combustion engine and should not be used  
on or near any unimproved forest-covered,  
brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the  
engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark  
arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if  
any).  
6.  
7.  
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves,  
and use extra caution when servicing them.  
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the  
equipment is in safe working condition.  
8.  
9.  
Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other  
safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.  
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.  
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect  
the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine.  
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair  
the damage before starting and operating.  
10. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the  
machine while the engine is running.  
11. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are  
subject to wear and damage which could expose moving  
parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection,  
frequently check components and replace immediately  
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 compromise safety!”  
12. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed  
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe  
operating speed of the engine.  
13. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as  
necessary.  
14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,  
etc. to protect the environment.  
15. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission  
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),  
this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,  
or 270 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful  
Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized  
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety  
systems are working properly and not worn excessively.  
Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.  
WARNING! Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and  
follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!  
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Safety Symbols  
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the  
machine before attempting to assemble and operate.  
Symbol  
Description  
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)  
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to  
assemble and operate  
DANGER— ROTATING BLADES  
Never carry passengers. Never carry children, even with the blades off.  
DANGER— ROTATING BLADES  
Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back-over accident.  
WARNING— ROTATING BLADES  
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the  
blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.  
WARNING—THROWN OBJECTS  
This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury.  
WARNING—THROWN OBJECTS  
This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury.  
BYSTANDERS  
Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in  
operation.  
WARNING— SLOPE OPERATION  
Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees.  
WARNING— HOT SURFACE  
Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine  
and muffler to cool before touching.  
DANGER — ROTATING BLADES  
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate unless discharge cover  
or grass catcher is in its proper place. If damaged, replace immediately.  
WARNING— TOWING  
Avoid jack-knifing when towing, go slow and make wide turns.  
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Assembly & Set-Up  
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Contents of Crate  
One Lawn Tractor  
One Oil Drain Tube  
One Deck Wash Hose Coupler  
One Lawn Tractor Operator’s Manual  
One Briggs & Stratton Engine  
Operator’s Manual  
Tractor Set-Up  
Shipping Brace Removal  
WARNING! Make sure the lawn tractor’s engine is  
off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition  
key before removing the shipping brace.  
Moving The Tractor Manually  
Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic  
relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the  
tractor manually. Opening this valve permits the fluid in the  
transmission to bypass its normal route, allowing the rear tires  
to “freewheel.” To open the hydrostatic relief valve, proceed as  
follows:  
1.  
Locate the shipping brace, if present, and warning tag  
found on the right side of the cutting deck. See Fig. 3-2.  
1.  
Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor.  
See Fig. 3-1.  
Figure 3-2  
2.  
While holding the discharge chute with your left hand,  
remove the shipping brace with your right hand by  
grasping it between your thumb and index finger and  
rotating it clockwise.  
Figure 3-1  
2.  
Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward, then down, to lock  
it in place.  
WARNING! The shipping brace is used for  
packaging purposes only. Remove and discard the  
shipping brace before operating your lawn tractor.  
NOTE: The transmission will NOT engage when the hydrostatic  
bypass rod is pulled out. Return the rod to its normal position  
prior to operating the tractor.  
CAUTION: Never attempt to move the tractor  
manually without first opening the hydrostatic relief  
valve. Doing so will result in serious damage to the  
tractor’s transmission.  
WARNING! The mowing deck is capable of  
throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding  
mower without the discharge cover in the proper  
operating position could result in serious personal  
injury and/or property damage.  
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Checking Tire Pressure  
Connecting the Battery Cables  
WARNING! Do not overinflate tires. Check sidewall  
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:  
of tires for maximum psi. Equal tire pressure should  
be maintained at all times.  
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories  
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause cancer and  
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.  
The tires on your tractor may be over inflated for shipping  
purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor.  
Check sidewall of tires for maximum psi.  
CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always  
connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first,  
followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.  
Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels  
Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably  
pavement, and proceed as follows  
To connect the battery cables, proceed as follows:  
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Positive (+). The  
negative battery terminal is marked Negative (–).  
1.  
Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing  
the deck lift lever in the normally desired mowing height  
setting (any of the six different cutting height notches on  
the right fender).  
1.  
Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive (+)  
battery terminal and attach the red cable to the positive (+)  
battery terminal with the bolt and hex nut. See Fig. 3-3.  
2.  
Check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance  
with the surface below. The deck gauge wheels should  
have between ¼” and ½” clearance above the ground as  
follows:  
If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance or contact with the  
surface, adjust as follows:  
a. Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting.  
b. Remove the front and rear gauge wheels by  
removing the lock nuts and shoulder screws which  
secure them to the deck. See Fig. 3-4.  
Figure 3-3  
2.  
Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the negative (–)  
battery terminal and attach the black cable to the negative  
(–) battery terminal with the bolt and hex nut. See Fig. 3-3.  
3.  
Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery  
terminal to help protect it from corrosion.  
NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown  
on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the  
Maintenance section your Operator’s Manual prior to operating  
the tractor.  
Figure 3-4  
c. Place the deck lift lever in the desired mowing  
height setting.  
d. Reinsert the shoulder screw (with each gauge  
wheel) into the index hole that leaves approximately  
½-inch between the bottom of the wheel and the  
pavement.  
Refer to Leveling the Deck in the Maintenance section of this  
manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck  
adjustments.  
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Adjusting the Seat  
To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat  
adjustment lever. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the  
desired position; then release the adjustment lever. Make sure  
seat is locked into position before operating the tractor. See  
Fig. 3-5.  
Figure 3-5  
WARNING! Before operating the tractor, make sure  
the seat is engaged in the seat-stop. Engage the  
parking brake. Stand behind the machine and pull  
back on seat until it clicks into place.  
Gas and Oil  
The fuel tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of  
three and-a-half gallons. Remove the fuel cap by turning it  
counterclockwise. Use only clean, fresh (no more than 30 days  
old), unleaded gasoline. Do not overfill the tank.  
WARNING! Use extreme care when handling  
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the  
vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine  
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.  
Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other  
sources of ignition.  
NOTE: Your tractor is shipped with oil in the engine. However,  
you MUST check the oil level before operating.  
CAUTION: Always check the engine oil level before  
each use as instructed in the Briggs & Stratton  
Owner’s Manual. Add oil as necessary. Failure to do  
so may result in serious damage to your engine.  
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Controls and Features  
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Systems Indicator  
Monitor  
Fuel Tank Cap  
Ignition Switch  
Module  
Throttle/Choke Control  
Fuel Level Indicator  
Electric PTO Knob  
Drive Pedal  
Brake Pedal  
Cargo Net  
Reverse Pedal  
Deck Lift Lever  
Parking Brake/  
Cruise Control Lever  
Seat Adjustment Lever  
Storage Bin  
Cup Holder  
Figure 4-1  
Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Fig 4-1 and  
Brake Pedal  
described on the following pages.  
The brake pedal is located on the left  
front side of the tractor above the drive  
pedal along the running board. The  
brake pedal can be used for sudden  
stops or setting the parking brake.  
WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and  
instructions in this manual, including the entire  
Operation section, before attempting to operate  
this machine. Failure to comply with all safety rules  
and instructions may result in personal injury.  
NOTE: The brake pedal must be fully  
depressed to activate the safety interlock switch when starting  
the tractor.  
Throttle/Choke Control  
The throttle/choke control is located on the left  
side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls  
the speed of the engine and, when pushed all the  
way forward, closes the choke for cold starting.  
When set in a given position, the throttle will  
maintain a uniform engine speed.  
Seat Adjustment Lever  
The seat adjustment lever is located below the front/left of the  
seat. The lever allows for adjustment of the fore to aft position of  
the operator’s seat. Refer to the Assembly and Set-Up section of  
this manual for more detailed instructions.  
NOTE: When operating the tractor with the  
cutting deck engaged, be certain that the  
throttle/choke control is always in the FAST  
(rabbit) position.  
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Deck Lift Lever  
Systems Indicator Monitor /Hour Meter LCD  
Found on your tractor’s right fender,  
the deck lift lever is used to change  
the height of the cutting deck. To  
use, move the lever to the left, then  
place in the notch best suited for your  
application.  
Ignition Switch Module  
WARNING! Never  
leave a running  
machine unattended.  
Always disengage  
When the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position but not  
into the START position, the system’s indicator monitor displays  
the battery’s output, in volts, on its LCD for approximately five  
seconds, after which it displays an hour glass and the hours  
of tractor operation. Once the tractor is started, the monitor  
continually displays an hour glass and the hours of tractor  
operation on its LCD.  
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  
clockwise to the START position.  
Release the key into the NORMAL  
MOWING MODE position once the  
engine has fired.  
NOTE: Hours of tractor operation are recorded any time the  
ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position, regardless of  
whether the engine is started.  
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the  
STOP position.  
The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator of  
maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil. The LCD will  
alternately flash the recorded hours, “CHG” and “OILfor five  
minutes, after every 50 hours of recorded operation elapse. The  
maintenance interval lasts for two hours (from 50-52, 100-102,  
150-152, etc.). The LCD will also flash as described above for five  
minutes every time the tractor’s engine has been started during  
this maintenance interval. Before the interval expires, change  
the engine oil as instructed in the Maintenance section of this  
Operator’s Manual.  
CAUTION: Prior to operating the tractor, refer to  
both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The  
Engine in the Operation section of this manual for  
detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch  
Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE  
CAUTION MODE.  
Drive Pedal  
Brake  
The drive pedal is located on the right side  
of the tractor, along the running board. Press  
the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor  
to travel forward. Ground speed is also  
controlled with the drive pedal. The further  
forward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the  
tractor will travel. The pedal will return to its  
original position when it’s not pressed.  
If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the  
tractor’s engine, depress the brake pedal.  
PTO (Blade Engage)  
If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor’s  
engine, move PTO lever into the disengaged (OFF) position.  
Oil (If Engine So Equipped)  
Reverse Pedal  
It is normal for the Oil light to illuminate while the engine is  
cranking during start-up, but if it illuminates during operation,  
while the engine is running, stop the tractor immediately and  
check the engine oil level as instructed in this Owner’s Manual.  
The reverse pedal is located on the right  
side of the tractor along the running board.  
Ground speed is also controlled with the  
reverse pedal. The further downward the  
pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will  
travel. The pedal will return to its original  
position when it’s not pressed.  
Battery  
It is normal for the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is  
cranking during start-up, but if it illuminates during operation,  
while the engine is running, the battery is in need of a charge  
or the engine’s charging system is not generating sufficient  
amperage. Charge the battery as instructed in the Service  
section of this manual or have the charging system checked by  
your Cub Cadet dealer.  
Cargo Net  
The cargo net is located on the lower half of the dash and can be  
used for storage.  
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Fuel Level Indicator  
The Fuel Level Indicator is located on the left side of the  
tractor’s dash and indicates the amount of fuel in the gas  
tank.  
PTO/Blade Engage Knob  
Activating the PTO engages power to  
the cutting deck or other (separately  
available) attachments. Pull outward  
on the PTO/Blade Engage knob to  
activate it. Push the PTO/Blade Engage  
knob inward to disengage the power  
to the cutting deck or other (separately  
available) attachments.  
NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage knob  
must be in the disengaged (OFF)  
position when starting the engine.  
Parking Brake/ Cruise Control Lever  
Located in the center of the tractor’s dash panel below the  
steering wheel, the Parking Brake/Cruise Control lever is used  
to engage the parking brake and the cruise control. Refer to  
the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions  
regarding the parking brake.  
NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the  
seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically  
shut off.  
NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be engaged at the tractor’s  
fastest ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so,  
the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal  
mowing ground speed.  
WARNING! Never leave a running machine  
unattended. Always disengage PTO, set parking  
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent  
unintended starting.  
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Operation  
5
Starting the Engine  
NOTE: Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for  
Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.  
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH  
1.  
Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.  
• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.  
• AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.  
2.  
Place the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the disengaged (OFF)  
position.  
• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP.  
• IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S)  
AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Engage the tractor’s parking brake.  
Activate the Throttle/Choke control.  
• KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND  
SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACE AND WORKING.  
• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).  
• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.  
• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE  
PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).  
• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S POSITION, DISENGAGE  
BLADE(S), ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE, SHUT OFF AND  
REMOVE KEY.  
Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position.  
After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the  
NORMAL MOWING position.  
CAUTION: Do NOT hold the key in the START  
position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing  
so may cause damage to your engine’s electric  
starter.  
6.  
After the engine starts, deactivate the choke.  
NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke on while operating the tractor.  
Doing so will result in a “rich” fuel mixture and cause the engine  
to run poorly.  
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL  
Safety Interlock Switches  
Stopping the Engine  
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the  
protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever  
malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact your Cub Cadet  
dealer.  
WARNING! If you strike a foreign object, stop the  
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).  
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage.  
Repair the damage before restarting and operating  
The safety interlock system prevents the engine from  
cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged,  
and the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is in the disengaged  
(OFF) position.  
1.  
If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade Engage  
knob in the disengaged (OFF) position.  
2.  
Place the throttle control near the SLOW position  
The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves  
the seat before engaging the parking brake.  
3.  
Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP  
position.  
The electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically  
shut off if the operator leaves the tractor’s seat with the  
PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position,  
regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged.  
4.  
Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent  
unintended starting.  
With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position,  
the electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically  
shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is moved into the  
engaged (ON) position with the drive pedal in position for  
reverse travel.  
WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the  
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was  
designed for your safety and protection.  
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Driving The Tractor  
Reverse Caution Mode  
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module  
allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO)  
engaged.  
WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed  
and sudden stops.  
NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.  
1.  
Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake.  
Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.  
WARNING! Use extreme caution while operating  
the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always  
look down and behind before and while backing. Do  
not operate the tractor when children or others are  
around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone  
enters the area.  
2.  
To travel FORWARD, slowly press the upper portion of the  
drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved. See  
Fig. 5-1.  
To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE:  
NOTE: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.  
1.  
Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous  
page.  
2.  
Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position  
to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the  
key switch module. See Fig. 5-2.  
Drive Pedal  
Reverse  
Push Button  
Reverse Pedal  
Indicator  
Light  
Reverse  
Caution Mode  
Position  
Stop  
Position  
Start  
Position  
Figure 5-1  
To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear  
then slowly depress the reverse pedal with the ball of your  
foot (NOT your heel) until the desired speed is achieved.  
See Fig. 5-1.  
CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to change the  
direction of travel when the tractor is in motion.  
Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before  
moving the tractor from forward to reverse or vice  
versa.  
Figure 5-2  
3.  
Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular  
Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module.  
The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key  
switch module will be ON while activated. See Fig. 5-2.  
WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor  
without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in  
the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the  
parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also  
turn the engine off and remove the ignition key.  
4.  
5.  
Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be  
driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.  
Always look down and behind before and while backing to  
make sure no children are around. After resuming forward  
motion, return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position.  
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:  
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING  
position or STOP position or  
b. The operator leaves the seat.  
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Cruise Control  
Driving On Slopes  
WARNING! Never engage the cruise control lever  
while traveling in reverse.  
Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes  
where you may operate the tractor safely.  
WARNING! Do not mow on inclines 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.  
To set the cruise control:  
1.  
Slowly press the drive pedal with your right foot until the  
desired speed is achieved.  
Mow up and down slopes, NEVER across.  
2.  
Lightly press the parking brake/cruise control lever  
downward and hold it in that position.  
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on  
slopes.  
3.  
Remove your foot from the drive pedal.  
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden  
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall  
grass can hide obstacles.  
4.  
Release pressure from the parking brake/cruise control  
lever.  
Avoid turns when driving on a slope. If a turn must be  
made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope greatly  
increases the chance of a roll over.  
After completing step 3, the drive pedal should remain in the  
down position and the tractor will maintain the same forward  
speed. If it doesn’t, the cruise control is not engaged. Repeat  
steps 1-4 to engage the cruise control.  
Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is necessary  
to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and  
carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor  
over backward.  
To disengage the cruise control, lightly press the drive pedal or  
the brake pedal.  
NOTE: Cruise control can not be set at the tractor’s fastest  
ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the  
tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal  
mowing ground speed.  
Engaging the Parking Brake/  
Setting the Cruise Control  
NOTE: The parking break and cruise control are controlled by  
the same lever. If using the brake when engaging the parking  
brake/cruise control lever, the parking brake will engage. If using  
the drive pedal when engaging the parking brake/cruise control  
lever, the cruise control will engage.  
To change the direction of travel from forward to reverse when  
cruise control is engaged, press the brake pedal to disengage  
the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop. Then  
slowly press the reverse pedal with the ball of your foot to travel  
in reverse.  
Using the Deck Lift Lever  
To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the left, then  
place it in the notch best suited for your application.  
Parking Brake  
NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the  
seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically  
shut off.  
Operating the Headlights  
To set the parking brake:  
The lamps are ON whenever the ignition key is rotated out of  
the STOP position. The lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is  
moved to the STOP position.  
1.  
Press the brake pedal completely down with your left foot  
and hold it in that position.  
2.  
Push the parking brake/cruise control lever downward and  
hold it in that position.  
3.  
Remove your foot from the brake pedal.  
4.  
Release pressure from the parking brake/cruise control  
lever.  
After completing step 3, the brake pedal should remain in the  
down position. If it doesn’t, the parking brake is not engaged.  
Repeat steps 1-4 to engage the parking brake.  
To disengage the parking brake, lightly press the brake pedal .  
WARNING! Never leave a running machine  
unattended. Always disengage PTO, set parking  
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent  
unintended starting.  
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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 the direction to throw the discharge  
to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will give a  
better appearance to the lawn.  
Engaging the PTO  
Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other  
(separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO:  
1.  
Move the throttle control lever to the FAST (rabbit)  
position.  
Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds or  
extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to mow lawns,  
NOT clear brush.  
2.  
Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged  
(ON) position. See Fig. 5-3.  
Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn.  
ON  
OFF  
Figure 5-3  
NOTE: Always operate the tractor with the throttle lever in the  
FAST (rabbit) position for the most efficient use of the cutting  
deck or other (separately available) attachments.  
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 operation. Stop machine if anyone  
enters the area.  
The following information will be helpful when using the cutting  
deck with your tractor.  
WARNING! Plan your mowing pattern to avoid  
discharge of materials toward roads, sidewalks,  
bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging  
material against a wall or obstruction which may  
cause discharged material to ricochet back toward  
the operator.  
Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit  
or grass collector is installed.  
Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass is prone to weed  
growth and yellows quickly in dry weather.  
Always operate the tractor with the throttle lever in the  
FAST (rabbit) position while mowing.  
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Maintenance & Adjustments  
6
Maintenance Schedule  
Before  
Every  
Every  
Every  
Every  
Prior  
Each use  
10 Hours  
25 Hours  
50 Hours  
100 Hours  
to Storing  
Clean Hood/Dash Louvers  
P
P
Check Engine Oil Level  
P
P
Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts  
Clean and Re-oil Air Filter’s Foam Precleaner  
Replace Air Filter Element  
Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter  
Clean Battery Terminals  
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Lube Front Axles and Rims  
Clean Engine Cooling Fins  
Lube Front Deck Wheels  
P
P
P
P
Lube Deck Spindles  
Lube Pedal Pivot Points  
Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap  
Replace Fuel Filter  
P P  
P
Changing the Engine Oil  
Maintenance  
WARNING! If the engine has been recently run, the  
engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will  
be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise  
caution to avoid burns.  
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or  
repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop  
engine and remove key to prevent unintended  
starting.  
NOTE: The oil filter should be changed at every oil change  
interval. To complete an oil change, proceed as follows:  
Engine  
Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Owner’s Manual for all engine  
maintenance procedures and instructions.  
1.  
Run the engine for a few minutes to allow the oil in the  
crankcase to warm up. Warm oil will flow more freely and  
carry away more of the engine sediment which may have  
settled at the bottom of the crankcase. Use care to avoid  
burns from hot oil.  
NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission  
control devices and systems which are being done at owner’s  
expense may be performed by any engine repair establishment  
or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by a Cub  
Cadet Dealer.  
2.  
Open the tractor’s hood and locate the oil drain port on the  
right side of the engine.  
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3.  
Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain  
valve to expose the drain port. See Fig 6-1.  
Spark Plug  
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a  
season. Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Owner’s Manual for correct  
plug type and gap specifications.  
Hydrostatic Transmission  
The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is  
maintenance-free. The fluid level cannot be checked and the  
fluid cannot be changed.  
Battery  
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!  
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories  
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause cancer and  
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.  
The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot  
be checked and fluid can not be added.  
Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and  
free of corrosive build-up.  
After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat  
of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals.  
Figure 6-1  
4.  
5.  
Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil fill tube.  
CAUTION: If removing the battery for cleaning,  
disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from its  
terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire.  
When reinstalling the battery, always connect the  
POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the  
NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the wires are  
connected to the correct terminals; reversing them  
could result in serious damage to your engine’s  
alternating system.  
Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual) onto the  
oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into an  
appropriate oil collection container with at least a 2.5 quart  
capacity, to collect the used oil.  
6.  
The engine is equipped with either a twist-and-pull drain  
port or a tabbed drain port. If your engine has the twist-  
and-pull drain go to step a. If your engine is equipped with  
the tabbed drain go to step b.  
Cleaning the Tractor  
a. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn, then pull outward to  
begin draining oil. After the oil has finished draining,  
push the end of the oil drain valve back in and turn  
1⁄4-turn to secure it back in place. Re-cap the end of  
the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering the  
drain port.  
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off  
promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling  
fins of the engine, the transmission’s cooling fan or on any other  
part of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys.  
Smart Jet  
b. Pinch the tabs on the oil drain valve, then pull  
outward to begin draining oil. After the oil has  
finished draining, push the end of the oil drain valve  
back in, until the tabs click into place. Re-cap the end  
of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering  
the drain port.  
Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as  
part of its deck wash system.  
Use the Smart Jet to rinse grass clippings from the deck’s  
underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals.  
Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING:  
7.  
After the oil has finished draining, push the end of the oil  
drain valve back in, until the tabs click into place. Re-cap  
the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering  
the drain port.  
1.  
Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near  
enough for your garden hose to reach.  
CAUTION: Make certain the tractor’s discharge  
chute is directed AWAY from your house, garage,  
parked cars, etc.  
8.  
9.  
Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Briggs & Stratton  
Owner’s Manual.  
Refill the engine with new oil. Refer to the Briggs & Stratton  
Owner’s Manual for information regarding the volume and  
weight of engine oil  
1.  
Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake  
and stop the engine.  
2.  
Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your tractor’s  
Operator’s Manual) onto the end of your garden hose.  
Air Cleaner  
Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as  
instructed in the Briggs & Stratton Owner’s Manual.  
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3.  
Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks  
surface. See Fig. 6-2.  
Lubrication  
WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or  
inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking  
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent  
unintended starting.  
Front Wheels  
Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a  
grease fitting. See Fig. 6-3. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose  
grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor  
operation.  
Figure 6-2  
4.  
5.  
Turn the water on.  
While sitting in the operator’s position on the tractor, start  
the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit)  
position.  
6.  
7.  
Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position.  
Remain in the operator’s position with the cutting deck  
engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the  
underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse.  
Figure 6-3  
8.  
9.  
Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) into the OFF  
position.  
Pivot Points & Linkage  
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake  
and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.  
Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the  
tractor’s engine off.  
10. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the  
Deck Wheels  
water port on your deck’s surface.  
Each of the tractor deck’s front gauge wheels is equipped with  
a grease fitting. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease  
applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor  
operation.  
11. Repeat steps 4 through11 on the opposite side of the  
cutting deck.  
After cleaning your deck with the Smart Jet system, return to the  
operator’s position and engage the PTO. Keep the cutting deck  
running for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside  
of the cutting deck to thoroughly dry.  
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Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper  
adjustment and proceed, if necessary.  
Deck Spindle  
Grease fittings can be found on each deck spindle. See Fig. 6-4.  
Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2 multi-  
purpose lithium grease. Using a grease gun, apply two strokes  
(minimum) or sufficient grease to the spindle shaft.  
1.  
Loosen (thread outward) the hex lock nut on the end of the  
deck hanger rod. See Fig. 6-5.  
Figure 6-5  
Figure 6-4  
2.  
To raise the front of the deck, tighten (thread inward) the  
inner hex nut against the front hanger bracket.  
Adjustments  
3.  
To lower the front of the deck, loosen (thread outward) the  
hex nut, away from the front hanger bracket.  
See Fig. 6-5.  
WARNING! Shut the engine off, remove the  
ignition key and engage the parking brake before  
making adjustments. Protect your hands by using  
heavy gloves when handling the blades.  
4.  
Retighten the lock nut against the hex nut when proper  
adjustment is achieved.  
NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing  
any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 27 for  
information regarding tire pressure.  
Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear)  
The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that  
can be adjusted to level the deck from front to rear. The front of  
the deck should be between 1⁄4and 3⁄8lower than the rear of the  
deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Park the tractor parked on a firm, level surface and place  
the deck lift lever in the middle position.  
Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is  
parallel with the tractor.  
Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the  
ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground. The  
first measurement taken should be between 1⁄4and 3⁄8less  
than the second measurement.  
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Leveling the Deck (Side to Side)  
Steering Adjustment  
If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side  
adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows:  
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.  
1.  
With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the  
deck lift lever in the middle position and rotate both blades Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths of each are threaded  
so that they are perpendicular with the tractor.  
into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the right  
side:  
2.  
Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade  
tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the  
right blade tip to the ground. Both measurements taken  
should be equal. If they’re not, proceed to the next step.  
1.  
Remove the hex nut below the ball joint. See Fig. 6-7.  
3.  
Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex bolt on the left deck  
hanger bracket. See Fig. 6-6.  
Ball Joint  
Adjustment  
Gear  
Drag Link  
Hex Nut  
Figure 6-7  
2.  
Thread the ball joint inward to shorten the drag link.  
Thread the ball joint outward to lengthen the drag link.  
Hex Bolt  
3.  
Replace the hex nut after proper adjustment is achieved.  
Figure 6-6  
NOTE: Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag links  
will cause the front tires to “toe-in” too far. Proper toe-in is  
between 1⁄16” and 516”.  
4.  
Using a wrench, raise or lower the left side of the deck by  
turning the adjustment gear. See Fig. 6-6.  
The deck is properly leveled when both blade tip measurements  
taken earlier are equal. Retighten the hex bolt on the left deck  
hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved.  
Front tire toe-in can be measured as follows:  
1.  
Place the steering wheel in position for straight ahead  
travel.  
Parking Brake Adjustment  
2.  
In front of the axle, measure the distance horizontally from  
the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim. Note  
the distance.  
If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake  
pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels can  
roll with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic relief  
valve open), the brake is in need of adjustment. See your Cub  
Cadet dealer to have the brake properly adjusted.  
3.  
Behind the axle, measure the distance horizontally from  
the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim. Note  
the distance.  
Adjusting the Seat  
Refer to the Set-Up and Assembly section of this manual for seat  
adjustment instructions.  
4.  
The measurement taken in front of the axle should be  
between 1⁄16” and 516” less than the measurement taken  
behind the axle.  
WARNING! Before operating the tractor, make sure  
the seat is engaged in the seat-stop. Engage the  
parking brake. Stand behind the machine and pull  
back on seat until it clicks into place.  
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Service  
7
NOTE: If there is too much tension on the belt for it to be  
Cutting Deck Removal  
To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:  
easily removed from the electric PTO clutch, carefully insert  
a 3⁄8drive ratchet wrench (set to tighten) into the square  
hole found in the left-hand deck idler bracket and pivot it  
toward the tractor’s right side to relieve tension on the belt.  
See Fig. 7-2.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF)  
position and engage the parking brake.  
Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the  
bottom notch on the right fender.  
Locate the PTO clutch under the front of your tractor. See  
Fig. 7-1.  
Insert Ratchet  
Here  
Deck Idler  
Bracket  
Figure 7-2  
WARNING! Avoid pinching injuries. Never place  
your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt  
and a pulley while removing the belt.  
Figure 7-1  
4.  
Remove the belt guard and belt as follows. Refer to Fig. 7-1:  
4.  
Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor,  
locate the deck support pin on the rear left side of the  
deck.  
a. Remove the hex screws.  
b. Pull the belt keeper rod to the right and down to  
remove.  
c. Remove the deck belt from around the tractor’s  
electric PTO clutch.  
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5.  
Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from  
the deck lift arm. See Fig. 7-3.  
Cutting Blades  
WARNING! Shut the engine off and remove  
ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for  
sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by  
using heavy gloves when grasping the blade.  
WARNING! Periodically inspect the blade and/or  
spindle for cracks or damage, especially after you’ve  
struck a foreign object. Do not operate the machine  
until damaged components are replaced.  
To remove the blades, proceed as follows:  
1.  
Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to  
Cutting Deck Removal earlier in this section) then gently  
flip the deck over to expose its underside.  
Deck Lift Arm  
Deck Support Pin  
2.  
Place a block of wood between the center deck housing  
baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer.  
See Fig. 7-5.  
Block of Wood  
Figure 7-3  
Flange Lock Nut  
6.  
7.  
Repeat the above steps on the tractor’s right side.  
Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to raise the deck  
lift arms up and out of the way.  
8.  
Remove the cotter pin from the end of the stabilizer rod  
and slide the stabilizer out of the hanger bracket on the  
deck. See Fig. 7-4.  
Figure 7-5  
3.  
Remove the flange lock nut that secures the blade to the  
spindle assembly. See Fig. 7-5.  
Figure 7-4  
9.  
Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out from  
underneath the tractor.  
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4.  
To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal  
amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the  
cutting edges, parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25°- to 30°  
angle. Always grind each cutting blade edge equally to  
maintain proper blade balance. See Fig. 7-6.  
Battery  
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:  
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories  
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause cancer and  
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.  
CAUTION: If removing the battery, disconnect the  
NEGATIVE (Black) wire from its terminal first,  
followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When  
reinstalling the battery, always connect the POSITIVE  
(Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the  
NEGATIVE (Black) wire.  
Jump Starting  
WARNING! Never jump start a damaged or frozen  
battery. Be certain the vehicles do not touch, and  
ignitions are off. Do not allow cable clamps to touch.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Connect positive (+) cable to positive (+) post of your  
tractor’s discharged battery.  
Connect the other end of the cable to the positive (+) post  
of the jumper battery.  
Connect the negative () cable to the negative () post of  
the jumper battery.  
Figure 7-6  
Make the final connection on the engine block of the  
tractor, away from the battery. Attach to an unpainted part  
to assure a good connection.  
CAUTION: If the cutting edge of the blade has  
previously been sharpened, or if any metal  
separation is present, replace the blades with new  
ones.  
CAUTION: If the jumper battery is installed on a  
vehicle (i.e. car, truck), do NOT start the vehicle’s  
engine when jump starting your tractor.  
WARNING! A poorly balanced blade will cause  
excessive vibration, may damage to the tractor and/  
or result in personal injury.  
5.  
6.  
Start the tractor (as instructed in the Operation section of  
this manual).  
5.  
Test the blade’s balance using a blade balancer. Grind  
metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly.  
Set the tractor’s parking brake before removing the jumper  
cables, in reverse order of connection.  
NOTE: When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with  
the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number  
stamped in it) facing the ground when the mower is in the  
operating position.  
Charging  
WARNING! Batteries give off an explosive gas  
while charging. Charge the battery in a well  
ventilated area and keep away from an open flame  
or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater,  
furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.  
CAUTION: Use a torque wrench to tighten the  
blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 ft-lbs  
and 90 ft-lbs.  
CAUTION: When charging your tractor’s battery,  
use only a charger designed for 12V lead-acid  
batteries. Read your battery charger’s Owner’s  
Manual prior to charging your tractor’s battery.  
Always follow its instructions and heed its warnings.  
If your tractor has not been put into use for an extended period  
of time, charge the battery as follows:  
1.  
Set your battery charger to deliver a max of 10 amperes.  
2.  
If your battery charger is automatic, charge the battery  
until the charger indicates that charging is complete. If the  
charger is not automatic, charge for no fewer than eight  
hours.  
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Fuse  
Changing the Deck Belt  
WARNING! Before servicing, repairing, or  
inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking  
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent  
unintended starting.  
WARNING! Shut the engine off and remove  
ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for  
sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by  
using heavy gloves when grasping blades and  
pulleys.  
A 20 Amp fuse is installed in your tractor’s wiring harness to  
protect the tractor’s electrical system from damage caused by  
excessive amperage.  
WARNING! The V-belts found on your tractor are  
specially designed to engage and disengage safely.  
A substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by  
not disengaging completely. For a proper working  
machine, use factory approved belts.  
If the electrical system does not function, or your tractor’s engine  
will not crank, first check to be certain that the fuse has not  
blown. It is located under the hood, mounted behind the top of  
the dash panel on the support bar.  
All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be  
replaced if any signs of wear are present . To change or replace  
the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as follows:  
CAUTION: Always use a replacement fuse with the  
same amperage capacity as the blown fuse.  
1.  
Remove the deck as instructed on page 24.  
2.  
Remove the belt guards by removing the hex screws that  
fasten them to the deck. See Fig. 7-7.  
Tires  
WARNING! Never exceed the maximum inflation  
pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire.  
Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s  
recommended or maximum psi. Do not overinflate.  
Hex Screws  
Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow  
unevenly.  
Belt Keeper Rod  
Changing the Transmission Drive Belt  
Several components must be removed and special tools used in  
order to change the tractor’s transmission drive belt. See your  
Cub Cadet dealer to have the transmission drive belt replaced.  
Deck Idler Pulley  
Belt Guards  
Figure 7-7  
3.  
Loosen, but do not remove the belt keeper rod on the  
pulley located near the back of the deck. See Fig. 7-7  
4.  
Carefully remove the deck belt from around the three  
spindle pulleys and the two deck idler pulleys.  
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To place the new belt begin by routing the belt around the  
two outer spindle pulleys, then around the front spindle  
pulley as shown in Fig. 7-8.  
Front Spindle  
Pulley  
Deck Idler  
Pulleys  
Outer Spindle  
Pulleys  
Figure 7-8  
6.  
Then route the belt around the two deck idler pulleys as  
shown in Fig. 7-8.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Retighten the belt keeper rod loosened earlier.  
Remount the belt guards removed earlier  
Reinstall the deck making sure the belt remains routed  
around the pulleys as instructed.  
10. Pull the right side of the belt and place the narrow V side of  
the belt into the PTO pulley. See Fig. 7-9.  
PTO Belt  
Rotate  
Pulley  
Figure 7-9  
11. While holding the belt and pulley together, rotate the  
pulley to the left (See Fig. 7-9). Continue holding and  
rotating the pulley and belt until the belt is fully rolled into  
the PTO pulley.  
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Troubleshooting  
8
Problem  
Cause  
Remedy  
Engine fails to start  
1. PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged.  
1. Place knob in disengaged (OFF) position.  
2. Parking brake not engaged.  
2. Engage parking brake.  
3. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected.  
3. Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s).  
4. Place throttle lever to FAST position.  
4. Throttle control lever not in correct starting  
position.  
5. Choke not activated  
5. Push the Throttle/Choke control into the  
CHOKE position.  
6. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.  
6. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days  
old) gas.  
7. Blocked fuel line.  
7. Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter.  
8. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug(s).  
9. Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.  
8. Faulty spark plug(s).  
9. Engine flooded.  
Engine runs erratic  
1. Tractor running with CHOKE activated.  
1. Move Throttle/Choke control out of CHOKE  
position.  
2. Spark plug wire(s) loose.  
2. Connect spark plug wire(s).  
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.  
3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh  
gasoline and replace fuel filter.  
4. Vent in gas cap plugged.  
5. Water or dirt in fuel system.  
4. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.  
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh  
gasoline.  
6. Dirty air cleaner.  
6. Replace air cleaner paper element or clean  
foam precleaner.  
Engine overheats  
1. Engine oil level low.  
1. Fill crankcase with proper amount and  
weight of oil.  
2. Air flow restricted.  
2. Clean grass clippings and debris from around  
the engine’s cooling fins and blower housing.  
Engine hesitates at high  
1. Spark plug(s) gap too close.  
1. Remove spark plug(s) and reset the gap.  
RPM  
Engine Idles rough  
1. Spark plug(s) fouled, faulty or gap too wide.  
1. Replace spark plug(s). Set plug gap.  
2. Dirty air cleaner.  
2. Replace air cleaner element and/or clean  
pre-cleaner.  
Excessive vibration  
1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.  
1. Tighten blade and spindle.  
2. Damaged or bent cutting blade.  
2. Replace blade.  
Mower will not mulch grass  
1. Engine speed too low.  
1. Place throttle in FAST (rabbit) position.  
2. Wet grass.  
2. Do not mulch when grass is wet.  
3. Excessively high grass.  
3. Mow once at a high cutting height, then  
mow again at desired height or make a  
narrower cutting swath.  
4. Dull blade.  
4. Sharpen or replace blade.  
Uneven cut  
1. Deck not leveled properly.  
1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.  
2. Dull blade.  
2. Sharpen or replace blade.  
3. Uneven tire pressure.  
3. Check tire pressure in all four tires.  
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Replacement Parts  
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Component  
Part Number and Description  
759-3336  
Spark Plug (Champion RC12YC)  
BS-792105  
BS-792303  
Air Filter Cartridge  
Pre-Cleaner  
BS-696854  
BS-691035  
Oil Filter  
Fuel Filter  
954-04240  
Drive Belt (Mowing Deck)  
942-04053C  
918-04825B  
2-in-1 Deck Blade  
Deck Spindle  
Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number  
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Component  
Part Number and Description  
734-04155  
Deck Wheel (Front)  
734-0973  
Deck Wheel (Rear)  
925-1707D  
Battery  
751-0603A  
946-04621  
Fuel Tank Cap  
Throttle/Choke Control Cable  
925-2054A  
Ignition Key  
631-04070A  
Discharge Chute Assembly  
Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number  
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Attachments & Accessories  
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The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Cub Cadet LTX1050VT. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from  
which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability.  
CAUTION: Cub Cadet Series 1000 lawn tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging  
attachments (e.g. tiller or moldboard plow). Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor’s warranty.  
Model Number  
Description  
190-193-000  
19A40002100  
OEM-190-032  
OEM-190-215  
OEM-190-833  
OEM-19A-218  
OEM-190-916  
190-679-101  
190-012-100  
Mulch Plug, 50”  
Triple Bagger, 50”  
Snow Thrower, 42”  
Wheel Weights  
46” Snow Blade  
Rear Bracket with Weight Kit  
Tire Chains, 20” x 10”  
Bumper  
Armrest Kit  
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FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS  
MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and, for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the  
California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the emission (evaporative and/or exhaust) control system (ECS) warranty on your outdoor 2006  
and later small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment engine) In California, new outdoor equipment engines must be designed, built and  
equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards (in other states, 1997 and later model year equipment must be designed, built, and equipped to meet  
the U.S. EPA small off-road, spark ignition engine regulations. MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the ECS on your outdoor equipment engine for the period of  
time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of outdoor equipment engine.  
Your ECS may include parts such as the carburetor, fuel-injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel caps, valves, canisters,  
filters, vapor hoses, clamps, connectors, and other associated emission-related components.  
Where a warrantable condition exists, MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your outdoor equipment engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.  
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:  
This emission control system is warranted for two years. If any emission-related part on your outdoor equipment engine is defective, the part will be repaired or  
replaced by MTD CONSUMER GROUP INC.  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:  
As the outdoor equipment engine owner, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual. MTD Consumer Group  
Inc recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your outdoor equipment engine, but MTD Consumer Group Inc cannot deny warranty solely  
for the lack of receipts.  
As the outdoor equipment engine owner, you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your outdoor equipment  
engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.  
You are responsible for presenting your outdoor equipment engine to MTD Consumer Group Inc’s distribution center or service center as soon as the problem  
exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage,  
GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:  
MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the outdoor equipment engine is: Designed, built and equipped  
so as to conform with all applicable regulations; and free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all  
material respects to that part as described in MTD Consumer Group Inc’s application for certification.  
The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment engine is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service. The warranty period is two  
years.  
Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emission-related parts is as follows:  
1. Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the warranty period  
stated above. If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection  
(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 instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above. Any such  
part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.  
3. Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the  
first scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer  
Group Inc according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the  
first scheduled replacement point for the part.  
4. Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner.  
5. Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject  
engines or equipment.  
6. The outdoor equipment engine owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective, emission-related war-  
ranted part, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.  
7. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted  
part.  
8. Throughout the off-road engine and equipment warranty period stated above, MTD Consumer Group Inc will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to  
meet the expected demand for such parts.  
9. Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner. Such use will  
not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc.  
10. Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts by the  
ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims. MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused  
by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part.  
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WARRANTED PARTS:  
The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group  
Inc demonstrates that the outdoor equipment engine has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper mainte-  
nance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part. That notwithstanding, any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed,  
and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage. Further, the coverage under this warranty extends only to parts that were  
present on the off-road engine and equipment purchased.  
The following emission warranty parts are covered (if applicable):  
(1) Fuel Metering System  
Cold start enrichment system (soft choke)  
Carburetor and internal parts (or fuel injection system)  
Fuel pump  
Fuel tank  
(2) Air Induction System  
Air cleaner  
Intake manifold  
(3) Ignition System  
Spark plug(s)  
Magneto ignition system  
(4) Exhaust System  
Catalytic converter  
SAI (Reed valve)  
(5) Miscellaneous Items Used in Above System  
Vacuum, temperature, position, time sensitive valves and switches  
Connectors and assemblies  
(6) Evaporative Control  
Fuel hose  
Fuel hose clamps  
Tethered fuel cap  
Carbon canister  
Vapor lines  
GDOC-100223  
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CUB CADET LLC  
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR  
SERIES 1000 & SERIES 1500 TRACTORS  
IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an  
In the U.S.A.:  
original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the  
servicing dealer. Please see the operator’s manual for information on  
required maintenance and service intervals.  
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC at P.O. Box 361131,  
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, call 1-877-282- 8684  
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with  
respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the United  
States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products  
Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and  
used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity  
respectively, “Cub Cadet”).  
In Canada:  
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, call 1-800-668-  
Without limiting the foregoing, this limited warranty does not provide  
coverage in the following cases:  
a. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade  
sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck  
adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to  
use or exposure.  
Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts,  
Batteries, Frame and Front Axle and Attachments as described below)  
against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3)  
years or one hundred twenty (120) operation hours, whichever comes  
first, commencing on the date of original retail purchase or lease and  
will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be  
defective in materials or workmanship.  
b. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service  
dealer.  
c. Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for products sold or  
exported outside of the United States and/or Canada, and their  
respective possessions and territories, except those sold through  
Cub Cadet’s authorized channels of export distribution.  
Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and  
workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of original  
purchase or lease. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to  
items such as: belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck  
wheels, seats, and tires.  
d. Replacement parts and\or accessories that are not genuine Cub  
Cadet parts.  
Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty against defects in  
material and workmanship, with 100% replacement during the first three  
months. After three months, the battery replacement credit is based on  
the months remaining in the twelve (12) month period dating back to the  
original date of original sale or lease. Any replacement battery will be  
warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty period.  
e. Transportation charges and service calls.  
There are no implied warranties, including without limitation any  
implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular  
purpose. No warranties shall apply after the applicable period of  
express written warranty above. No other express warranties beyond  
those mentioned above, given by any person or entity, including a  
dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall bind Cub Cadet.  
The exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as  
set forth above. The terms of this warranty provide the sole and  
exclusive remedy arising from the sale and/or lease of the products  
covered hereby. Cub Cadet shall not be liable for any incidental or  
consequential loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses  
incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental  
expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product.  
Frame and Front Axle — Cub Cadet warrants the frame, and front cast iron  
pivot axle against defects in material and workmanship for a period of  
five (5) years or 500 hours, whichever occurs first, commencing on the  
date of original purchase or lease.  
Attachments — Cub Cadet warrants attachments for this product against  
defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years,  
commencing on the date of the attachment’s original purchase or  
lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as: grass  
collectors and mulch kits.  
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental  
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied  
warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to  
you.  
This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated  
and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual furnished  
with the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, neglect,  
accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water,  
or damage because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting  
from the installation or use of any part, accessory or attachment not  
approved by Cub Cadet for use with the product(s) covered by this  
manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage. In addition,  
Cub Cadet may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter, or any part  
thereof, is altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with.  
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the  
purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of the  
product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability for  
loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and  
their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product.  
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original  
purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift.  
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF  
OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS, through  
your local authorized service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area:  
HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty  
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that  
vary in different jurisdictions.  
Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019, Phone: 1-877-282-8684  
MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, Phone: 1-800-668-1238  
GDOC-100014 REV. B  
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