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Cub Cadet I1042 User's Manual

1. 4 Maintenance amp Adjustment 17 Record Product Information Before setting up and operating your new equipment please locate the model plate on the equipment and record the information in the provided area to the right You can locate the model plate by looking beneath the seat This information will be necessary should you seek technical support via our web site or with your local Cub Cadet dealer Customer Support Please be aware that this Operator s Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models VVe reserve the right to change product specifications designs and equipment vvithout notice and vvithout incurring obligation f you have any problems or questions concerning the machine phone your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly Cub Cadet s Customer Support telephone numbers website address and mailing address can be found on this page We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times Throughout this manual all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position Service Troubleshooting Replacement Parts umud nuz Attachments amp Accessories
2. Figure 6 3 Turn the vvater on 6 While sitting in the operator s position on the tractor re start the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position 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 8 Move the tractor s PTO Blade Engage into the OFF position Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the tractor s engine off 9 Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to disconnect the adapter from the nozzle Adjustments WARNING Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except where specified in the operator s manual Disconnect spark plug wire s before performing any adjustments repairs or maintenance Steering and Transmission Linkage The steering tie rod and drag links and the related transmission linkage are set at the factory and should not require further adjustment Because of the complex adjustment procedure the steering and transmission linkage should only be serviced or adjusted by a qualified mechanic If you experience problems with steering or with the hydro drive transmissions contact your nearest Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected Adjusting the Seat WARNING After adjusting the seat or before driving the tractor make sure that the seat adjus
3. 0 Warranties 34 MoDEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this machine you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below 0 Visit us on the web at www cubcadet com Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at 877 282 8684 0 Write us at Cub Cadet LLC P O Box 361131 Cleveland OH 44136 0019 mportant Safe peration Practices 2 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 this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in seri
4. 5 Route the back side of the belt around idler pulley and between the idler pulley and idler bracket Re tighten the hex screw and flange lock nut if loosened earlier Refer to Fig 7 3 6 Route the belt around the fixed idler pulley as shown in Fig 7 3 and re install the deck as described in Re installing the Cutting Deck later in this section Changing the Timing Belt WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off remove ignition key disconnect the spark plug wire s to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt s To replace the timing belt proceed as follows 1 Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal 2 Remove the PTO belt drive pulley of the right hand spindle assembly as described in Changing the PTO Belt 3 Remove the hex screw flat washer lock washer shoulder spacer and flange lock nut that make up the idler bracket backstop NOTE It may be necessary to clean the underside of the mowing deck to access the hex screw Refer to Fig 7 4 Idler Bracket amp Idler Pulley Bracket Backstop Figure 7 4 4 Applying force to either the timing belt idler pulley or the timing belt idler bracket pivot and hold the idler bracket against the spring tension just far enough to allow lifting the timing belt off and above the idler pulley Carefully release the idler bracket See Fig 7 4 10 11 12 13 Loop the timing belt and lift out of th
5. Safe Operation Practices Set Up Operation Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty Cub Cadel OPERATOR S MANUAL Zero Turn Riding Mower Model 11042 A 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 06845 January 10 2011 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Cub Cadet Lawn Tractor t was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment It instructs you how to safely and easily set up operate and maintain your machine Please be sure that you and any other persons who will operate the machine carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage All information in this manual is relative to the most recent product information available at the time of printing Review this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine its features and operation Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices URA 2 Assembly amp Set UPp H 9 Controls Features ulu Su Operatioh
6. If equipped the Reverse Caution Mode should not be used when children or others are around g Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler h Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation 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 Towing 1 Tovv only vvith a machine that has a hitch designed for tovving Do not attach tovved equipment except at the hitch point Follovv the manufacturers recommendation for vveight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control 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 Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill Service Safe Handling of Gasoline 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 ign
7. direction vvill fully turn the front vvheels reverse the direction of the inner wheel and adjust the outer wheel speed to execute a zero turn in the chosen direction Turn the steering wheel back to the center position as the turn is completed NOTE As the steering wheel is turned further toward its stop the effort needed to turn the steering wheel increases NOTE Making tight or zero turns on grass will greatly increase the potential for defacement of the turf Driving On Slopes WARNING Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely Mow up and down slopes never across VVatch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Avoid turns when driving on a slope If a turn must be made turn downhill on the slope Turning uphill increases the possibility of a tractor rollover 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 Engaging 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 To set the parking brake 1 Press the brake pedal completely down with you left foot and hold it that position 2 Push the parking brake lever downward and
8. 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 w
9. 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 e Cold start enrichment system soft choke e Carburetor and internal parts or fuel injection system e Fuel pump e Fuel tank 2 Air Induction System e Air cleaner e Intake manifold 3 Ignition System e Spark plug s e Magneto ignition system 4 Exhaust System e Catalytic converter SAI Reed valve 5 Miscellaneous Items Used in Above System e Vacuum temperature position time sensitive valves and switches e Connectors and assemblies 6 Evaporative Control Fuel hose e Fuel hose clamps e Tethered fuel cap e Carbon canister Vapor lines GDOC 100223 Rev A CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR SERIES 1000 amp SERIES 1500 TRACTORS IMPORTANT To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an 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 The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with
10. 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 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 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 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 orig
11. Reconnect the fuel line and run the engine until it starts to falter then use the choke to keep the engine running until all fuel in the carburetor has been exhausted 9 The PTO belt is captured inside the PTO pulley on the bottom of the engine by a belt keeper From beneath the front left side of the tractor locate the hex tapping screw securing the left side of the belt keeper to the bottom of d Again disconnect the fuel line and drain any remaining gasoline from the system WARNING Drain fuel only into an approved the tractor frame After first noting the frame hole into container outdoors away from an open flame Allow which right side of the belt keeper is inserted remove the engine to cool Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes hex tapping screw and belt keeper Slide the PTO belt off and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel the tractor s PTO pulley Remove the spark plug and pour one 1 ounce of engine oil 10 While holding the front deck hanger rod upward to clear through the spark plug hole into the cylinder Crank the engine the deck front hanger bracket carefully slide the deck out several times to distribute the oil Replace the spark plug from the right side of the tractor Before storing for an extended period clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Maintenance and Adjustments Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck proceed as follows 1 Disengage the PTO Blade Engage and
12. far enough to allow you to lower the backside of the timing belt onto the idler pulley See Fig 7 5 Re check the timing arrows on the two pulleys If they have moved from the 90 position when tensioning the timing belt pivot the idler pulley to relieve tension on the belt and re position the pulleys The timing arrows MUST be positioned 90 from each other as shown in Fig 7 5 SECTION 7 SERVICE 25 26 14 Re install the idler bracket backstop components as originally installed in the deck housing and position so that there is a Va gap betvveen the backstop and idler bracket Tighten the hex screvv and flange lock nut to secure in the adjusted position 15 Ifthe timing belt was installed correctly and the timing arrows were positioned as shown in Fig 7 5 the cutting blades should be in the position shown in Fig 7 6 Figure 7 6 16 Reinstall the PTO belt onto the RH spindle drive pulley and re install the deck as described in Re installing the Cutting Deck below Reinstalling the Cutting Deck There are two methods for reinstalling the mower deck on the tractor One method involves rotating the PTO belt idler bracket to relieve enough belt tension to allow the belt to be placed in either the PTO pulley or the fixed idler pulley Because that method is difficult we recommend using the second method of rolling the belt onto the PTO pulley Install the cutting deck as follows
13. fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the deck pulleys or any other part of the machine Periodically remove the belt covers and remove any accumulated grass clippings from around the spindle pulleys and the deck belt NOTE The use of a pressure washer to clean your tractor is NOT recommended It may cause damage to electrical components spindles pulleys bearings or the engine Using Deck Wash System Use the Deck Wash System to rinse grass clippings from the deck s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals Your tractor s deck is equipped with a water nozzle on the left end of the deck Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING 1 Drive the tractor to a level clear spot on your lawn near enough to a water sillcock spigot for your garden hose to reach NOTE Make certain the tractor s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house garage parked cars etc 2 Disengage the PTO Blade Engage set the parking brake and stop the engine 3 Thread the nozzle adapter packaged with your tractor s Operator s Manual onto the end of your garden hose 4 Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck vvash nozzle at the left end of the mower deck Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on the nozzle See Fig 6 3 Nozzle Adapter Adapter Pull Lock Lock Collar Collar Back
14. must be lubricated if ever the steering effort increases or after every 25 hour of operation Lubricate using a pressure grease gun and Cub Cadet 251H EP grease or an equivalent No 2 multipurpose lithium grease 1 Apply grease through the lube fitting on the RH and LH steering arms which are located at rearward end of the two steering drag links See Fig 6 2 Steering Gear Cover Steering Arm Lube Fitting R oc Shoulder Bolt 9 Cover Tab NJ Axle Pivot Bar Lube Fittings Figure 6 2 2 Locate the lube fittings for the pivot shaft and axle on the front of one end of the axle pivot bar Apply grease through the two lube fittings then repeat to lubricate the other end of the pivot bar See Fig 6 2 SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS Cleaning Steering Gears Once a year or if a tight spot is experienced when turning the steering wheel remove the steering gear cover on each end of the pivot bar and clean the two steering gears 1 From beneath the cover base plate on each end of the pivot bar remove the three hex screws securing the steering gear cover Remove the covers and clean the gears It is not necessary to lubricate the gears Refer to Fig 6 2 2 Insert the tab of the LH steering gear cover into the square hole in the LH base plate position the cover and secure with the three hex screws Do not over tighten
15. 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 SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES n r 590015 JO ade y 550136 sadojs umop pue dn S MAOUU 1900 Aunful sn l s asned pue 1870 samou y OL A4 A 3 2 1 Ajayeuuxoidde o sil V q JO ss x Ul 5 e YUM 5901 201 UO mou JOU oq s dojs YINs UO JaMOW UME 104 00 iDNINUVM Ajayes ayesado you Aew no s dofs 01 e se abed 5111 asp PT CI ulpiinq e 190109 6 10 gt 77991 IE91193 UYM 9491 SILI Ploy pue 1615 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES SECTION 2 Assembly amp Set Up Contents of Crate One Lavvn Tractor One Tra
16. rotate the right blade so that it is perpendicular to the tractor frame and measure the distance from its outer blade tip to the ground 3 Both measurements taken should be equal If they re not note whether the left side of the deck is lower or higher and proceed to the next step 4 Working from the left side of the tractor loosen but do not remove the hex cap screw in the left deck adjustment bracket See Fig 6 5 Adjustment Gear Hex Cap Screw Figure 6 5 5 Toeven the deck turn the adjustment gear located immediately behind the hex cap screw clockwise rearward to lower the left side of the deck Turn the gear counter clockwise toward front to raise the left side of the deck See Fig 6 5 6 T he deck is properly leveled when both blade tip measurements as described earlier are equal 7 Retighten the hex cap screvv in the left deck adiustment bracket when proper adjustment is achieved SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS Front To Rear Deck Leveling The front of the cutting deck is supported by an adjustable front deck hanger rod This rod can be adjusted to set the front to rear pitch of the deck The front of the deck should be approximately YA lower than the rear of the deck Adjust if necessary as follows NOTE The deck should first be leveled side to side Check the side to side level of the deck and adjust if necessary With the tractor parked on a fir
17. top side of battery charge the battery as instructed in the Maintenance amp Adjustments section your Operator s Manual prior to operating the tractor Gasoline Fill up WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition NOTE Purchase gasoline in small quantities Do not use gasoline left over from the previous season to minimize gum deposits in the fuel system This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline For best results fill the fuel tank with only clean fresh unleaded gasoline with a pump sticker octane rating of 87 or higher In countries using the Research method it should be 90 octane minimum Unleaded gasoline is recommended because it leaves less combustion chamber deposits and reduces harmful exhaust emissions Leaded gasoline is not recommended and must not be used where exhaust emissions are regulated Gasohol up to 10 ethyl alcohol 90 unleaded gasoline by volume is an approved fuel Other gasoline alcohol blends are not approved Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether MTBE and unleaded gasoline blends up to a maximum of 15 MTBE by volume are approved fuels Other gasoline ether blends are not approved The gasoline tank is under the rear fender with the fuel fill cap located in the center of t
18. 1 From the right side of the tractor slide the deck under the tractor and align the rear deck hanger brackets with the deck lift arms 2 Slide the deck forward and place the deck front hanger rod into the slots of the deck front hanger bracket Then slide the deck rearward so that the front hanger rod is at the front of the slots 3 Using the deck lift lever lower the deck lift arms From either side of the tractor pull the support pin in the deck rear hanger bracket outward align the deck lift arm hole with the deck support pin and release the pin so that it goes through the deck lift arm Repeat on the other side of the tractor to secure the deck 4 After first making sure the deck belt is properly engaged in all of the deck pulleys route the deck belt forward through the center of the front deck hanger rod and toward the PTO pulley on the bottom of the engine SECTION 7 SERVICE 5 Using the deck lift handle raise the deck to the position that gives you the most horizontal run of the belt between the deck pulleys and the PTO pulley on the bottom of the engine 6 Sitting in front of the tractor facing rearward make certain the belt is not twisted then reach beneath the tractor to grasp the belt and pull it toward the PTO pulley NOTE References to left and right are from the front of the tractor in the following instructions 7 Pull the right side of the belt forward and place the narrow V side of the belt int
19. 997 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 ma
20. RSE PUSH O sutton gt REVERS CAUTION Mone To stop the engine turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position Section 4 CONTROLS amp FEATURES WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting WARNING Prior to operating the tractor refer to both Safety Interlock System on page 12 and Starting The Engine on page 13 of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE WARNING Never move the key into the Start position while the engine is running Doing so may cause damage to your engine s starter Choke Control The choke control knob is located on the lower left side of the dash panel and is activated by pulling outward Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine PTO Blade Engage Control Switch To engage the electric PTO and provide power to the cutting deck pull outward on the PTO control switch knob Push the switch knob inward to disengage the PTO and stop the cutting deck NOTE The PTO Control Switch must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine Parking Brake Lever NOTE The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running ot
21. Repeat to install the cover on the RH side Lubricate Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate the front wheel bearings with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 25 hours of operation The lube fittings are located in the rim hub inside each front wheel Lubricate Deck Spindles and Idler Bracket Lubricate the deck spindles and idler bracket with Cub Cadet 251H EP grease after every 10 hours of operation The deck spindle lube fittings are in the spindle housings and can only be accessed from the underside of the deck Lubricate the idler bracket through the lube fitting in the top of the shoulder bolt Use a pressure grease gun to lubricate the spindles and idler bracket Lubricate Pivot Points amp Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil Lubricate Rear Wheels The rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a season Lubricate the axles and the rims well with an all purpose grease before re installing them Tires WARNING Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of tire Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer s recommended or maximum psi Do not overinflate The recommended operating tire pressure is Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires Approximately 14 psi for the front tires NOTE Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to movv unevenly Cleaning the Tractor and Deck Any
22. all controls Be sure the blade s and engine are stopped before placing hands or feet near blade s Before leaving the operator s position disengage the blade s place the shift lever in neutral engage the brake lock shut the engine off and remove the key Read the operator s manual Headlights The tractor headlights are turned on whenever the ignition switch is turned to either of the run positions Safety Interlock System The safety interlock system is designed for safe operation of the tractor If this system should ever malfunction do not operate the tractor immediately contact your Cub Cadet dealer safety interlock system prevents the engine from starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO svvitch is in the disengaged OFF position The safety interlock system will automatically shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake The safety interlock system will automatically shut off the engine if the operator leaves the tractor s seat with the PTO Blade Engage switch engaged regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged VVith the ignition key in the NORMAL MOVVING position the electric PTO clutch vvill automatically shut off if the PTO switch is in the engaged ON position and the drive pedal is depressed for Reverse travel WARNING Tampering with or attempting to bypass the Safety Interlock Switches in any way will void you
23. ame spark or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances m Allovv a machine to cool at least five minutes before storing General Service 1 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas 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 SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 10 11 12 13 14 15 Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop vvithin 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 Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation Adjust and service as required 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 Mower blades ar
24. an and on the machine and should be trained and supervised cause serious injury to the eyes by an adult 9 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting 4 allow adults to operate this machine without proper slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be instruction caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in 5 To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury bare feet or sandals keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet 10 Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower anyone enters the area 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 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 A missing or damaged discharge cover cause blade contact or thrown object injuries Stop the blade s when crossing gravel drives walks or roads and while not cutting grass Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways This machine is not intended for use on any public roadway Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Never carry p
25. ass Do not mulch when grass is wet Excessively high grass Mow once ata high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath Dull blade 4 Sharpen or replace blade Uneven cut Deck not leveled properly Perform side to side deck adjustment Dull blade Sharpen or replace blade Uneven tire pressure Check tire pressure in all four tires 27 28 Replacement Parts 9 Component Part Number and Description cD 759 3336 Spark Plug KH 32 883 03 S1 Air Filter and Pre Cleaner KH 52 050 02 S Oil Filter KH 25 050 22 S1 Fuel Filter 954 04185 Drive Belt 954 04167 Timing Belt 954 04134 Transmission Belt 942 04217 2 in 1 Deck Blade 918 04512B Drive Spindle Assembly Phone 800 800 7310 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual have your full model number and serial number ready Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www mtdproducts com Component Part Number and Description 918 04516A Driven Spindle Assembly 734 04155 Deck VVheel 925 1707D Battery 751 10447A Fuel Tank Cap 746 04121 Choke Control Cable 946 1087 Throttle Control Cable 925 2054A gnition Key 631 04254 Discharge Chute Assembly Phone 800 965 4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual have your full model number and serial number ready Parts Manual downloads are also avai
26. assengers 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 Slow down before turning Operate the machine smoothly Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed 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 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 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 rampis to load or unload properly Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch 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 Disengage all attachment clutches depress the brake pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10 Do not attempt to mow through unu
27. attery is sealed and is maintenance free Acid levels cannot be checked 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 Alvvays keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting CAUTION If removing the battery for any reason disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When re installing the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and result in damage to your engine s alternating system Charging the Battery If the tractor has not been put into use for an extended period of time charge the battery with an automotive type 12 volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six amps WARNING Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging Charge 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 Cleaning the Battery Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing with a baking soda and water solution If necessary scrape the battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits Coat terminals an
28. blic Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrestor 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 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 SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 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 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
29. ctor Operator s Manual Moving the Tractor Manually f for any reason the tractor vvill not drive or you vvish to move the tractor engage the tvvo hydro transmission bypass rods to manually move the tractor short distances NOTE Never tow or drag the tractor with the rear wheels on the ground Even with the bypass rods engaged Doing so will damage the transmissions To engage a bypass rod pull the rod rearward so that the flange on the rod passes through the larger rounded part of the keyhole slot With the flange of the rod outside rearward of the hitch plate push the rod inward in the small part of the keyhole slot so that rod s flange is locked against the back of the hitch plate Repeat to engage the other bypass rod to allow the tractor to be manually moved See Fig 3 1 Transmission Bypass Rods 6 Transmission Bypass Rods Figure 3 1 To disengage move the rod to align its flange vvith the larger rounded part of the keyhole slot and release the rod back through the hitch plate NOTE The transmission vvill NOT engage vvhen the hydrostatic bypass rod is pulled out Return the rod to its normal position prior to operating the tractor Opening the Tractor Hood To attach the battery cables and check the engine oil level the hood must be open Locate the hood lift notch Refer to Fig 4 1 on page 11 at the front center of the dash panel Grasping the hood at the notch lift a
30. d exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion Battery Failures Some common causes for battery failure are ncorrect initial activation Undercharging Overcharging Corroded connections Freezing These failures are NOT covered by your tractor s vvarranty hanging Transmission Drive Belt Several components must be removed including transmission steering linkage which will have to be readjusted in order to change the tractor s transmission drive belt Contact your Cub Cadet dealer to have your transmission drive belt replaced Hydrostatic Transmission Keep the area around the transmission cooling fan free of grass and debris at all times The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is maintenance free The fluid level cannot be checked and cannot be changed Off Season Storage 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 If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 deck Refer to Fig 7 1 days the following procedures are recommended WARNING Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance Deck Lift Arm NOTE Fuel left in the fuel tank during warm weather deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems To prevent gum deposits from
31. e 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 Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices Check their proper operation regularly 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 Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running 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 Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA this product has an Avera
32. e timing pulley and over the right hand spindle assembly Maneuver the belt betvveen the drive pulley on top of the spindle assembly and the spindle cover to remove Repeat the above procedure to remove the belt from the left hand spindle assembly timing pulley Refer to Fig 7 4 Loop the nevv timing belt and maneuver the belt betvveen the drive pulley on top of the right hand spindle assembly and the spindle cover Lovver the belt until loosely around the right hand timing pulley Refer to Fig 7 4 Note the arrovvs on the top of the timing pulley on the LH spindle and on the drive pulley of the RH spindle assembly These timing arrovvs MUST be positioned 90 from each other as shovvn in Fig 7 5 Timing Pulley Timing Arrovv Drive Pulley Timing Arrow Figure 7 5 Rotate the RH spindle assembly to position the drive pulley timing arrow as shown in Fig 7 5 Then with out moving the RH drive pulley pull the timing belt tight against the RH timing pulley above the timing belt idler pulley and over to the LH timing pulley Turn the LH timing pulley so that its timing arrow is 90 from the RH spindle assembly timing arrow Refer to Fig 7 5 While making sure not to change the position of either pulley loop the timing belt over the LH timing pulley After making sure the spring is hooked onto the idler bracket and screw pivot the timing idler bracket idler pulley against the spring tension just
33. eign 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 1 If the blades are engaged disengage the PTO 2 Move the throttle control lever to midway between the half and full throttle Then turn the ignition key counter clockwise to the OFF position 3 Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting Driving The Tractor WARNING Avoid sudden starts excessive speed and sudden stops 1 Briefly depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake Move the throttle lever into the FAST rabbit position 2 130 travel forward slowly depress the forward drive control pedal until the desired speed is achieved See Fig 5 2 Brake Pedal Forward Drive Pedal Reverse Drive Pedal Figure 5 2 3 To travel in reverse check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the reverse drive control pedal until the desired speed is achieved See Fig 5 2 4 Release the depressed drive pedal and depress the brake pedal to stop the tractor 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 Steering the Tractor Your i1000 series tractor is equipped with an innovative steering system Turni
34. engage the parking brake 2 Place the deck gauge wheels in their highest setting lowest deck setting 3 Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender SECTION 7 SERVICE 23 24 Cutting Blades WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off remove ignition key disconnect the spark plug wire s to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade s for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade The blades may be removed as follows 1 Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside NOTE A block of vvood may be placed betvveen the deck housing and the cutting edge of the blade to help in breaking loose the hex nut securing the blade 2 Use a 5 6 wrench to loosen the hex flange nut securing the blade to the bottom of the spindle assembly Secure the spindle by either holding the blade tightly or by using a second vvrench to hold the nut at the top of the spindle 3 Continue holding the blade onto the star hub of the spindle and remove the flange nut and cutting blade 4 Repeat the previous steps to remove the other blade 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 NOTE If the cut
35. forming inside the engine s carburetor and causing possible malfunction of the engine the fuel system must be either completely emptied or the gasoline must be treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration 1 If using a fuel stabilizer a Read the product manufacturer s instructions and recommendations Deck Support Pin b Add to clean fresh gasoline the correct amount of stabilizer for the capacity of the fuel system Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the engine for 2 3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor Figure 7 1 2 If emptying the fuel system 5 Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from a Do not drain fuel when the engine is hot Allow the deck lift arm Pivot the support pin handle downward the engine adequate time to cool Drain fuel into to lock the pin in the disengaged position Refer to Fig 7 1 da approved container outdoors away from open 6 Move to the right side of the tractor and repeat the ame previous step to release the deck from the RH lift arm b Drain any large volume of fuel from the tank by disconnecting the fuel line from the in line fuel filter near the engine Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right fender to raise deck lift arms up and out of the way 8 Carefully slide the cutting deck forward until the front deck hanger rod can be removed from the slots of the hanger bracket at the front of the deck c
36. front of the left running board and is used for quick stops or setting the parking brake This pedal must be FULLY depressed to activate the safety interlock switch when starting the tractor Deck Lift Lever The deck lift lever is located in the right fender and is used to change the cutting height of the mower deck The cutting heights range from 1 12 to 4 Each of the six index notches represent an approximately 12 adjustment to the deck height To use grasp the lift lever handle and pull slightly upward rearward while pivoting the lever inward and out of its index notch Move the lift lever as necessary to place in the notch best suited for your application After changing the cutting height of the deck you must check the position of the deck front gauge wheels They should be approximately 12 above the ground when the tractor is ona smooth flat surface such as a driveway Refer to Maintenance amp Adjustments later in this manual Cup Holder The tractor s cup holder is located on the fender to the left of the seat Seat Adjustment Lever The seat adjustment lever is on the left side of the seat Use this lever to adjust the seat forward or rearward to a comfortable operating position See the Maintenance amp Adjustments section later in this manual for instructions Fuel Fill Cap and Fuel Level Window The fuel fill cap is located in the center of the rear fender Pivot the seat forward to full
37. g direction on slopes Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles 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 Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability 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 Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blade s and proceed slowly straight down the slope Do Not 1 Do not turn on slopes unless necessary then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible 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 Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes Do not mow on wet grass Reduced tracti
38. ge 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 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 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 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 arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrestor 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 Pu
39. he rear fender The fuel cap is tethered to the tractor to prevent its loss Do not attempt to remove the cap from the tractor NOTE Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the engine However you MUST check the oil level before operating Refer to the Kohler Engine Owner s Manual provided with your tractor for instructions on checking the oil level Tire Pressure WARNING Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 25 psi Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times The tires on your tractor may be over inflated for shipping purposes Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 p s i for the rear tires amp 14 p s i for the front tires Check the sidewall of the tire for maximum p s i Section 3 AssEMBLY amp Set Up Shipping Brace Removal WARNING Make sure the riding mower s engine is off remove the ignition key and set the parking brake before removing the shipping brace WARNING The shipping brace used for packaging purposes only must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower WARNING The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects Never operate the mower deck without the chute deflector in its down position Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury and or property damage Locate the shipping brace and tag if present between the chute deflector and the cutting deck Holding the chute def
40. herwise the engine will automatically shut off To set the parking brake fully depress the brake pedal and push the bottom of parking brake lever inward See the image to the right for parking brake identification Hold the lever in while removing your foot from the brake pedal Both parking brake lever and brake pedal will stay depressed To release the parking brake depress the brake pedal slightly The parking brake lever will then return to its original position WARNING Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended Forvvard Control Pedal The forvvard control pedal is located on the right side of the tractor at the front of the right running board Depress the forvvard control pedal to cause the tractor to travel in the forvvard direction The forward ground speed of the tractor is directly affected by the distance the pedal is depressed The further the pedal is depressed the faster the tractor will travel The tractor will slow and the pedal will return to its original position when released Reverse Control Pedal The reverse control pedal is located in the right front running board rearward of the forward control pedal Depress the reverse control pedal to cause the tractor to travel in reverse The further the pedal is depressed the faster the tractor will travel The tractor will slow and the pedal will return to its original position when released Brake Pedal The brake pedal is located at the
41. hold it in that position Remove your foot from the brake pedal 4 Release pressure from the parking brake 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 6 disengage the parking brake lightly press the brake pedal SECTION 5 OPERATION VVARNINGI Never leave a running machine unattended Alvvays disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting 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 2 Pull the PTO Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged ON position 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 PTO driven 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 This tractor is equipped with one of Cub Cadet s high quality cutting decks The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor Do not mow at high ground speed especially if a mulch ki
42. ill 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 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
43. inal warranty period 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 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 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 you
44. ing forward motion return the key to the Normal Mowing position 7 The Reverse Caution Mode will remain activated until a key is placed in either the Normal Mowing position or STOP position b The operator leaves the seat Follow the previous instructions to re activate Starting the Engine WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection NOTE Refer to the engine Owner s Manual for gasoline and oil fill up instructions 1 Insert the tractor key into the key switch module 2 Disengage the PTO Blade Engage lever knob 3 Engage the tractor s parking brake 4 Pull the choke control knob outward into the full choke position a warm engine may not require choking Move the throttle control lever to midvvay betvveen the slovv and fast positions 6 Turn the ignition key clockvvise to the START position After the engine starts release the key t vvill return to the Normal Movving 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 N After the engine starts gradually push the choke knob fully inward as the engine warms up NOTE Do not use the choke control to enrich the fuel mixture except as necessary to start and warm up the engine Stopping the Engine WARNING If you strike a for
45. ite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately Use only an approved gasoline container 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 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 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 e Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition f Never fuel machine indoors g Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling h Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than 12 inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion i Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely j f gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move machine to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine 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 Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open fl
46. k Wheels Lube Deck Spindles and Idler Bracket Lube Pedal Pivot Points Maintenance WARNING Before performing any maintenance or repairs disengage the PTO move the drive control levers fully outward in the neutral position engage the parking brake stop the engine and remove the key to prevent unintended starting Engine Refer to the Kohler Owner s Manual for all engine maintenance intervals procedures specifications and instructions Changing the Engine Oil 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 To complete an oil change proceed as follows 1 Run the engine for a short time to warm the engine oil The oil will flow more freely and carry away more impurities Use care to avoid burns from hot oil 2 Locate the oil drain port on the left side of the engine 6 Every Every Every Prior 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours to Storing vivi ot iv iv tv 1 iv LT ivi 1 iv TL V 1 iv TL ivi 1 iv iv 1 1 Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port Refer to Fig 6 1 Remove the oil fill cap dipstick from the oil fill tube Figure 6 1 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 collectio
47. l or no side play 3 lIfthere is no side play lower the tractor to the ground and have the steering linkage inspected by you Cub Cadet dealer If there is side play tighten the pivot bar as follows a Support the pivot bar then remove the hex lock nuts securing the two shoulder bolts that pass through the pivot bar bracket the pivot bar and frame Refer to Fig 6 2 b Slide a half inch flat washer with a maximum thickness of 030 inch onto each shoulder bolt Reinstall the shoulder bolts with washers and fasten with the two hex lock nuts c Gradually and evenly tighten the hex lock nut while continuing to check the forward rearward movement of the pivot bar Tighten the lock nuts until minimum play without binding the pivot bar s up and down movement is achieved Checking Main Harness Fuse 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 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 The fuse can be found inside of the dash panel behind the battery tray You may need to remove the battery to gain access to the fuse Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement NOTE A second fuse holder can be found inside the dash panel This fuse holder is used for the optional 12 volt power outlet Battery The b
48. lable free of charge at www cubcadet com Section 9 REPLACEMENT PARTS 29 Attachments amp Accessories 1 0 The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Cub Cadet i1042 See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability Model Number Description 19B70001100 Double Bagger 19A70002000 Mulching Kit 190 833 000 46 Dozer Blade 19A 102 100 18 Cubic Foot Steel Cart 19A 106 100 10 Cubic Foot Poly Cart 19A 105 100 48 Broadcast Spreader 19A 103 100 42 Sweeper 19A 104 100 25 Gallon Sprayer 19A 107 100 48 Dethatcher 19A 113 100 48 Poly Roller 19A 108 100 48 Plug Aerator 19A 109 100 48 Spike Aerator Notes 32 Section 11 Notes Section 11 Notes 33 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 1
49. lector fully upward remove the shipping brace by grasping it and rotating it Lower the chute deflector Refer to Figure 3 3 Figure 3 3 Controls amp Features 4 Throttle Control 225 An Key Svvitch Module Choke Control Knob Blade Engage Control Switch Reverse Control Pedal Brake Pedal SSS il Forvvard Control Pedal Parking Brake Lever Cup Holder Deck Lift Lever Seat Adjustment Lever Ta PO y HOG Ti m 4 Hydro Transmission Bypass Rods Figure 4 1 NOTE Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of The system indicator monitor features are as follows the tractor is observed from operator s position LCD Hour Meter Display Systems Indicator Monitor Hour Meter Your tractor is equipped vvith a Systems Indicator Monitor as shovvn in Figure 5 The monitor records the accumulated hours of tractor operation and displays the information on the LCD hour meter display tenths of an hour right most digit The monitor also has four indicator lights that shovv the status of various functions of the tractor The hour meter display is activated vvhen the key svvitch is turned to either the NORMAL MOVVING or the REVERSE CAUTION MODE svvitch positions VVhen the key svvitch is turned to an on position the battery indicator light briefly il
50. luminates and the battery voltage is briefly displayed The display then changes to the accumulated hours NOTE A record of the actual hours of operation should be kept to assure maintenance procedures are completed according to the schedule in this manual 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 OIL for 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 flash as described for five minutes every time the tractor s engine is started during this maintenance interval Follow the oil change intervals provided in the engine manual 11 12 Battery Indicator Light lluminates when the ignition switch it turned to an ON position and the engine is not started lluminates to indicate the battery voltage has dropped below 11 5 0 5 1 0 DC volts the battery voltage is also displayed on the hour meter If this indicator and display come on during operation check the battery and charging system for possible causes and or contact your Cub Cadet dealer Oil Pressure Indicator Light If Engine So Equipped This warning lamp indicates low engine oil pressure If this indicator illuminates stop the tractor immediately and check the engine oil level If the oil level is within the operating ra
51. m level surface move the deck to the mid height position third or fourth notch using the deck lift lever Carefully rotate the RH blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor frame 2 Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground The front measurement taken should be approximately 14 less than the rear measurement Determine whether the front of the deck has to be raised or lowered Working at the front of the tractor loosen the two hex lock nuts at the front of the deck hanger rod Thread the lock nuts away from the hex nuts behind them Refer to Fig 6 6 4 Use a open end wrench to turn the inner hex nuts to adjust the front of the deck Turn the hex nuts clockwise to raise the front of the deck or counterclockwise to lower the front of the deck Adjust the hex nuts evenly so that the deck hanger rod is at the front of both slots in the hanger bracket on the front of the deck See Fig 6 6 Raise Front of Deck Lower Front of Deck Figure 6 6 5 Retighten the two hex lock nuts when properly adjusted Deck Gauge Wheel Adjustment NOTE The deck gauge wheels are an anti scalp feature of the deck and are not designed to support the weight of the cutting deck The deck gauge wheels should neither contact the ground nor be high off the ground when the deck is moved to the desired height set
52. n container with at least a 2 0 quart capacity to collect the used oil 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 17 18 a Turn the oil drain valve 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 Ya turn to secure it back in place Re cap the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering the drain port b Pinch the tabs on the oil drain valve then pull outvvard 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 3 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 4 Replace the oil filter and refill the engine with new oil as instructed in the Kohler Owner s Manual Hydrostatic Transmission The zero turn tractor is equipped with dual integrated hydrostatic pumps transaxles that are sealed and are maintenance free Fluid levels cannot be checked and fluid cannot be added or changed Steering Lubrication The steering arms pivot shafts and axles
53. nd pivot the hood forward to open One Oil Drain Tube 3 One Deck VVash Hose Coupler One Kohler Engine Operator s Manual Connecting the Battery Cables 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 When attaching battery cables always connect the POSITIVE Red wire to its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire For shipping reasons one or both battery cables on your equipment may have been left disconnected from the terminals at the factory To connect the battery cables proceed as follows NOTE The positive battery terminal is marked Pos The negative battery terminal is marked Neg NOTE If the positive battery cable is already attached skip ahead to step 2 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 2 Figure 3 2 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 2 10 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
54. ng the steering wheel not only turns the front wheels but also adjusts the position of the drive control linkage of the two hydro transmissions that drive the tractor This steering system allows you to vary the radius of turns from a normal wide U turn down to a zero turn Some practice may be needed to become accustomed to the steering of your tractor The steering works as follows The steering vvheel turns approximately tvvo turns stop to stop VVith the center position being the straight ahead position Minor turns of the steering vvheel from the center position approximately 10 to 159 turn only the front axles and will result in wider turns SECTION 5 OPERATION 15 16 Increasing the turn of the steering wheel beyond 10 15 results in increasingly tighter turns As the steering mechanism turns the front wheels it also changes the position of the transmission drive control linkage to slow down the inner rear wheel in the turn and adjust the speed of the outer wheel as necessary to complete the desired turn Turn the steering wheel back to the center position as the turn is completed NOTE lt is not necessary to release the drive pedal when making a turn The change to the transmission linkage occurs regardless of how far the drive pedal is depressed When the steering wheel is straightened the tractor will return to the speed set by the drive pedal Turning the steering vvheel fully to its stop in either
55. nge but the light remains on contact your Cub Cadet dealer NOTE The oil pressure indicator may illuminate when the key switch is turned to an on position but should turn off when the engine is started PTO Engaged Indicator Light This indicator illuminates when the key switch is turned to the START position while the PTO switch is in the ENGAGED position Check this indicator if the engine will not crank with the key switch in the START position Move the PTO switch to the DISENGAGED position Brake Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates when the key switch is turned to the START position and the brake pedal is not fully depressed Check this indicator if the engine will not crank with the key switch in the START position If necessary fully depress the brake pedal Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever controls the speed of the engine When set in a given position the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed NOTE When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged the throttle control lever must always be in the FAST rabbit position DIT lee Key Switch Module The key switch module is used to start and stop the engine It is also used to activate the reverse caution mode Insert key into the key switch module and turn clockwise to the START position Release the key into the normal mowing position once engine has started REVE
56. o the PTO pulley 8 While holding the belt and pulley together rotate the pulley to the left Continue holding and rotating the pulley and belt until the belt is fully rolled into the PTO pulley See Fig 7 7 PTO Pulley PTO Belt Figure 7 7 WARNING Use caution to prevent pinching your fingers when rolling the belt onto the PTO pulley Checking the Cutting Blade Timing During normal operation the timing of the cutting blades can be altered by abnormal loads on one or both cutting blades Regularly check the timing arrows on the spindle assemblies to make certain they are 90 from each other If the timing arrows are not 90 from each other proceed as follows Remove the deck from the tractor Remove the idler bracket backstop Refer to Fig 7 4 Pivot the idler bracket idler pulley to relieve the tension on the timing belt and reposition the drive pulley and or timing pulley to achieve the 90 orientation of the timing arrows Re install the idler bracket backstop and position so that there is a 78 gap between the backstop and idler bracket Tighten the hex screw and flange lock nut to secure in the adjusted position Troubleshooting 8 Problem Cause Remedy Excessive vibration Cutting blade loose or unbalanced 1 Tighten blade and spindle 2 Damaged or bent cutting blade 2 Replace blade Mower will not mulch grass Engine speed too low Place throttle in FAST rabbit position Wet gr
57. on could cause sliding 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 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 Children 1 Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the movving activity They do not understand the dangers Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them a Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator b Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area c Before and while backing look behind and down for small children 4 Never carry children even with the blade s shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation 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 f To avoid back over accidents always disengage the cutting blade s before shifting into Reverse
58. ous 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 DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in General Operation 6 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other 1 Read understand and follow all instructions on the foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by machine and in the manual s before attempting to the blade s Thrown objects can cause serious personal assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place for injury future and regular reference and for ordering replacement 7 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material parts toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also 2 Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Know how to stop the machine and disengage them which may cause discharged material to ricochet back quickly toward the operator 3 Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine Children 14 and over should read and understand operation and while performing an adjustment or repair the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet c
59. r area In the U S A Check your Yellow Pages or contact Cub Cadet LLC at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 call 1 877 282 8684 or log on to our website at www cubcadet com In Canada Contact MTD Products Limited Kitchener ON N2G 4J1 call 1 800 668 1238 or log on to our website at www mtdcanada com 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 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 d Replacement parts and or accessories that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts 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 an
60. r tractor s warranty Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning 5 VVARNINGI Use extreme caution vvhile operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Alvvays look dovvn and behind before and vvhile backing Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades PTO engaged Reverse Caution Mode WARNING Mowing in reverse can be extremely dangerous and is not recommended To Use Reverse Caution Mode NOTE The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat 1 Start engine as instructed in the following sub section 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 1 NO CHILDREN AROUND REVERSE PUSH BUTTON gt REVERS CAUTION Mode Figure 5 1 3 Depress 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 1 4 Once activated indicator light ON the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades PTO engaged 5 look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children are around 6 After resum
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62. sually 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 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 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 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your customer service representative for assistance SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Slope Operation 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 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 Do 1 Mow up and down slopes not across Exercise extreme caution when changin
63. t or grass collector is installed For best results it is recommended that the first tvvo laps be cut vvith the discharge throvvn tovvards the center After the first tvvo laps reverse the direction to throvv the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting This vvill give a better appearance to the lavvn Do not cut the grass too short Short grass invites vveed grovvth and yellovvs quickly in dry vveather Movving should alvvays be done vvith the engine at full throttle Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut Do not attempt to movv heavy brush and vveeds and extremely tall grass Your tractor is designed to movv lavvns not clear brush Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades vvhen vvorn Refer to the Service section of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions VVhen stopping the tractor for any reason vvhile on a grass surface alvvays Place the shift lever in neutral a b Engage the parking brake Shut engine off and remove the key Doing so vvill minimize the possibility of having your lawn browned by hot exhaust from your tractor s running engine Maintenance amp Adjustments Maintenance Schedule Before Each use Clean Hood Dash Louvers Clean Battery Terminals Lube Mid Steering Arms Pivot Shafts and Axles Lube Front Wheel Bearings Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Dec
64. ting If you change your cutting height during the mowing season the gauge wheels should be checked and adjusted as necessary Adjust the gauge wheels as follows 1 Place the tractor on a flat surface and move the deck to the desired mowing height using the deck lift lever 2 Check gauge wheels distance from the flat surface below If the gauge wheels contact the ground they must be raised If the gauge wheels are higher than 12 above the ground they should be lowered 3 Remove the hex flange lock nut and shoulder bolt securing one of the front ball wheels to the front index bracket Reposition the ball wheel to align with the one of five index holes that places the wheel 4 to Y2 above the ground Secure the ball wheel to the index bracket with the shoulder bolt and flange lock nut Note the index hole used and secure the other ball wheel in the same position See Fig 6 7 Front Gauge N Gauge Wheel Shoulder Bracket Screw Index Holes Figure 6 7 SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS 21 22 Service Pivot Bar Adiustment f excessive play is experienced in the steering vvheel check the pivot bar for forvvard rearvvard movement 1 Raise the front of the tractor and set it on jack stands so the front wheels are suspended above the ground 2 Grasping the ends of the pivot bar attempt to move each end of the axle forward and rearward to check for side play There should be minima
65. ting edge of the blade has already been sharpened to within 1 58 from the edge or if any metal separation is present replace the blades with new ones See Fig 7 2 Blade Separation Worn Blade Edge Wind Wing Sharpen Edge Evenly 1 gt Figure 7 2 6 ltis important that each cutting blade edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade balance 7 A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and may cause damage to the tractor and result in personal injury The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly SECTION 7 SERVICE NOTE When replacing the blades make certain the side of the blade marked Bottom faces the ground when the mower is turned to the operating position NOTE Note that the stars of the blades and spindles are not symmetrical The blade can be installed on each spindle in only one direction Carefully align the star hole of the blade with the star of the spindle shaft when installing each blade DO NOT improperly align the blade and spindle shaft and attempt to seat the blade onto the spindle by tightening the hex flange nut 8 the blade as necessary to align its star hole with the star of the spindle shaft then slide the blade onto the spindle shaft Thread the hex flange onto the spindle shaft and use a torque wrench to tighten the hex flange nut to 70 to 90 foot po
66. tment lever is engaged in the seat index plate and that the seat will not move Do not adjust the seat while the tractor is being driven Adjusting the seat while the tractor is moving could cause the operator to lose control of the tractor 1 While sitting in the seat grasp the seat adjustment lever on the left side of the seat and pull it upward to disengage from the seat index plate See Fig 6 4 Figure 6 4 2 Slide the seat to the desired position See Fig 6 4 3 Once the desired position is reached release the seat lever Slide the seat slightly fore and aft as necessary to engage the seat lever into one of the eight adjustment positions in the index plate Make certain the seat is locked in position SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS 19 Side to Side Leveling the Deck NOTE Check the tractor s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adiustments Refer to Tires earlier in this section for information regarding tire pressure If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly a side to side adjustment can be performed Adjust if necessary as follows 1 With the tractor parked on a firm level surface move the deck to the mid height position third or fourth notch using the deck lift lever Rotate the left blade so that it is perpendicular to the tractor frame Measure and record the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground 2 Moving to the other side of the tractor
67. unds 9 Repeat the above procedure to install the other blade Changing the PTO Belt WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off remove ignition key disconnect the spark plug wire s to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt s All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present NOTE Do not use substitute belts The V belt found on your tractor is specially designed for optimal performance and service life for your deck application Use only OEM original replacement belts To replace the PTO belt proceed as follows 1 Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal 2 Maneuver the PTO belt downward and off the idler pulley on the spring loaded idler bracket NOTE It may be necessary to loosen the hex cap screw and flange lock nut securing the pulley to the idler bracket to fit the belt between the pulley and bracket Slide the belt between the bottom of the idler pulley and top of the timing belt idler pulley below See Fig 7 3 Idler Bracket and Pulley Fixed Idler Pulley Figure 7 3 3 1000 the belt and push out of the V groove of the drive pulley on the right hand spindle assembiy Lift the belt over the pulley and out from beneath the spindle cover See Fig 7 3 4 Loop the new PTO belt and slide between the top of the drive pulley and spindle cover Maneuver the belt around and into the V groove of the drive pulley
68. y access the fuel fill cap and fill the fuel tank Turn the fill cap approximately turn and pull upward to remove Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn turn clockwise to tighten The level of fuel in the fuel tank can be viewed through the fuel level window in the rear hitch plate Cargo Net Conveniently located on the tractor s dash panel the cargo net can be used to store personal items while operating the lawn tractor Hydro Transmission Bypass Rods The hydro transmission bypass rods are located at the back of the tractor above the rear hitch plate When engaged these levers open a hydro pump bypass valve in each transmission which allows the tractor to be manually pushed short distances See the Maintenance amp Adjustments section later in this manual for instructions SECTION 4 Controis amp FEATURES 13 14 peration WARNING To Avoid serious injury or death e Go up and down slopes not across e Avoid sudden turns Do not operate the tractor where it could slip or tip If the machine stops going uphill stop blade s and back downhill slowly Do not mow when children or others are around Never carry children even with the blades off Look down and behind before and while backing e Keep safety devices guards shields and switches in place and working Remove any objects that could be thrown by the blade s Know the location and function of
69. y 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 you should contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department at 1 800 800 7310 or via email at http support mtdproducts com 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
70. y 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 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 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 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 Product

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