Cub Cadet LTX1040 User Manual

Assembly& Set-Up
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Contents of Crate
One Lawn Tractor
One Lawn Tractor Operator's Manual
One Oil Drain Tube
One Kohler Engine Operator's
Manual
One DeckWash Hose Coupler
TractorSet-Up
Moving TheTractorManually
To move the tractor manually, move the shift lever into the
neutral position.
Shipping BraceRemoval
_ ARNING! Make sure the lawn tractor's engine is
off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition
key before removing the shipping brace.
1. Locate the shipping brace, if present, and warning tag
found on the right side of the cutting deck. See Fig. 3-1.
2. While holding the discharge chute with your left hand,
remove the shipping brace with your right hand by
grasping it between your thumb and index finger and
rotating it clockwise.
_ WARNING! The shipping brace is used for
packaging purposes only. Remove and discard the
shipping brace before operating your lawn tractor.
_ ARNING! The mowing deck is capable of
throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding
mower without the discharge cover in the proper
operating position could result in serious personal
injury and/or property damage.
Figure 3-1

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