Cub Cadet LTX1040 User Manual

Operation
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• GOUPANDDOWNSLOPES,NOTACROSS.
• AVOIDSUDDENTURNS.
• DONOTOPERATETHEUNITWHEREIT COULDSLIPORTIP.
• IF MACHINESTOPSGOINGUPHILL,STOPBLADE(S)
ANDBACKDOWNHILLSLOWLY.
• KEEPSAFETYDEVICES(GUARDS,SHIELDS,AND
SWITCHES,ETC.)IN PLACEANDWORKING.
• REMOVEOBJECTSTHATCOULDBETHROWNBYTHEBLADE(S).
• KNOWLOCATIONANDFUNCTIONOFALLCONTROLS.
• BESUREBLADE(S)AND ENGINEARESTOPPEDBEFORE
PLACINGHANDSORFEETNEARBLADE(S).
• BEFORELEAVINGOPERATOR'SPOSITION,DISENGAGE
BLADE(S),ENGAGEPARKINGBRAKE,SHUTOFFAND
REMOVEKEY.
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Safety InterlockSwitches
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the
protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever
malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact your Cub Cadet
dealer.
The safety interlock system prevents the engine from
cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged,
and the PTO (Blade Engage) lever is in the disengaged
(OFF) position.
The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves
the seat before engaging the parking brake.
The PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off
if the operator leaves the tractor's seat with the PTO (Blade
Engage) lever in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of
whether the parking brake is engaged.
With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position,
the PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off
if the PTO (Blade Engage)lever is moved into the engaged
(ON) position with the shift lever in position for reverse
travel.
WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
Startingthe 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 Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for
Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.
1. Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.
2. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF)
position.
3. Engage the tractor's parking brake.
4. Activate the choke control by moving the throttle/choke
control all the way forward into the choke position.
5. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position.
After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the
NORMAL MOWING position.
_ CAUTION: Do NOT hold the key in the START
position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing
so may cause damage to your engine's electric
starter.
6. After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control.
NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the
tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the
engine to run poorly.
Stopping the Engine
_ ARNING! If you strike a foreign object, stop the
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage.
Repair the damage before restarting and operating.
1. If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade Engage
lever in the disengaged (OFF) position.
2. Place the throttle/choke control near the SLOW position.
3. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP
position.
4. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent
unintended starting.
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Cub Cadet LTX1040 Specifications

General

Engine Brand	Kohler
Engine Model	Courage
Cutting Width	42 inches
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic
Deck Engagement	Manual
Deck Size	42 inches
Blades	2
Turning Radius	18 inches
Deck Material	Steel
Cutting Height	1.5 - 4 in
Front Tires	15 x 6 in
Rear Tires	20 x 8 in
Warranty	3-year limited