Cub Cadet i1046, i1050 User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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adamjonesAug 17, 2025
Why won't my Cub Cadet Lawn Mower start?
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  Mr. Juan BarreraAug 17, 2025
  Your Cub Cadet Lawn Mower might not start due to several reasons: the PTO being engaged (disengage it), disconnected spark plug wires (connect them), an empty or stale fuel tank (fill with fresh gasoline), choke not activated (activate the choke), a faulty spark plug (clean, adjust the gap, or replace it), a blocked fuel line (clean the fuel line or replace the fuel filter), a flooded engine (crank the engine with the throttle in the FAST position), parking brake not engaged (engage it), or the throttle control lever not in the correct starting position (place it in the FAST position).
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Mr. John SmithAug 20, 2025
How to fix an uneven cut with my Cub Cadet i1046, i1050 Lawn Mower?
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  Shari RodriguezAug 20, 2025
  An uneven cut with your Cub Cadet Lawn Mower can be caused by a deck that is not balanced properly (perform a side-to-side deck adjustment), a dull blade (sharpen or replace the blade), or uneven tire pressure (check the tire pressure in all four tires).
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Christopher RomeroAug 22, 2025
Why is my Cub Cadet i1046, i1050 Lawn Mower engine running erratically?
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  Austin RayAug 23, 2025
  An erratic engine in your Cub Cadet Lawn Mower could be caused by: * The unit running with the choke applied (push the choke control in). * Loose spark plug wires (connect and tighten them). * A blocked fuel line or stale fuel (clean the fuel line and fill the tank with fresh gasoline; replace the fuel filter if equipped). * A plugged vent in the gas cap (clear the vent or replace the cap if damaged). * Water or dirt in the fuel system (drain the fuel tank and refill with fresh fuel). * A dirty air cleaner (replace the air cleaner cartridge/element or clean the pre-cleaner, if equipped).
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Brian ChavezAug 26, 2025
What to do if my Cub Cadet Lawn Mower engine overheats?
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  rcochranAug 26, 2025
  If your Cub Cadet Lawn Mower engine is overheating, it may be due to a low engine oil level (fill the crankcase with the proper oil) or restricted airflow (clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine’s cooling fins and blower housing).
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Christopher HortonAug 28, 2025
Why is my Cub Cadet i1046, i1050 Lawn Mower vibrating so much?
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  Cynthia AguilarAug 28, 2025
  Excessive vibration in your Cub Cadet Lawn Mower can be caused by a loose or unbalanced cutting blade (tighten the blade and spindle, and balance the blade) or a damaged or bent cutting blade (replace the blade).
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Tammy FordAug 31, 2025
How to fix a Cub Cadet i1046, i1050 Lawn Mower that idles poorly?
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  James ChanAug 31, 2025
  A Cub Cadet Lawn Mower that idles poorly may have fouled or faulty spark plugs, or a spark plug gap that is too wide (replace the spark plugs and set the gap). Another cause could be a dirty air cleaner (replace the air cleaner cartridge/element or clean the pre-cleaner, if equipped).
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Grace WalshSep 3, 2025
What to do if my Cub Cadet i1046, i1050 Lawn Mower won't mulch grass?
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  kwashingtonSep 3, 2025
  If your Cub Cadet Lawn Mower isn't mulching grass properly, it could be due to a low engine speed (place the throttle control in the FAST position), wet grass (do not mow when the grass is wet), excessively high grass (mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at the desired height, or make a narrower cutting path), or a dull blade (sharpen or replace the blade).
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Rose LeeSep 5, 2025
Why does my Cub Cadet i1046, i1050 engine hesitate at high RPM?
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  Jacob AyalaSep 6, 2025
  If your Cub Cadet Lawn Mower engine hesitates at high RPM, it could be because the spark plug gap is too close (remove the spark plugs and reset the gap).
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xpalmerSep 8, 2025
Why does the steering effort increase on my Cub Cadet i1046, i1050 Lawn Mower?
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  joshuasantiagoSep 8, 2025
  Increased steering effort on your Cub Cadet Lawn Mower may be due to a lack of lubrication (apply grease through the six lube fittings on the axle pivot bar and steering arms) or debris in the steering gears (remove the steering gear covers and clean the gears).

Cub Cadet i1046, i1050 Specifications

General

Transmission	Hydrostatic
Number of Blades i1046	2
Blade Engagement	Electric PTO
Deck Material	12-gauge steel
Engine Type	4-Cycle
Drive	Rear-wheel drive
Cutting Width i1046	46 inches
Cutting Width i1050	50 inches
Turning Radius	18 inches
Front Tires	15 x 6 in.