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FORM NO.

769-01021.fm

(1/16/2004)

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if

any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required

by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-

0019.

CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

Operator’s Manual

Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor

Model LT1024

SERIES 1000

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Content Page

Important Safe Operation Practices ............................................................................... 3

Slope Gauge .................................................................................................................. 7

Tractor Set-up ................................................................................................................ 8

Know Your Lawn Tractor ................................................................................................ 9

Operating Your Lawn Tractor ......................................................................................... 12

Making Adjustments....................................................................................................... 16

Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor....................................................................................... 18

Service ........................................................................................................................... 19

Off-Season Storage ....................................................................................................... 24

Maintenance Chart......................................................................................................... 24

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 25

Attachments & Accessories............................................................................................ 25

Specifications................................................................................................................. 26

Warranty Information...................................................................................................... 34

FINDING MODEL NUMBER

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor. It will help you assemble, prepare and

maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the

equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on the

model plate is very important if you need help from your Cub Cadet dealer.

• You can locate the model number by looking on the left side of the frame, behind the tire. A sample model

plate is shown below. For future reference, copy the model number and the serial number in the space below.

CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or

maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Dealer Referral Line.

Call 1- (877) 282-8684 to reach the Customer Dealer Referral Line. Please have your unit’s model

number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information.

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

www.cubcadet.com

CUB CADET LLC

P. O. BOX

361131

CLEVELAND, OH 44136

DEALER LOCATOR PHONE NUMBER:

877-282-8684

For more details about your unit, visit our website at www.cubcadet.com

SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

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.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this man-

ual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in

serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to

observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

California Proposition 65 Warning:

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain

or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

GENERAL OPERATION

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the

machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to

assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe

place for future and regular reference and for

ordering replacement parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper

operation. Know how to stop the machine and

disengage them quickly.

3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate

this machine. Children 14 years old and over

should read and understand the operation

instructions and safety rules in this manual and

should be trained and supervised by a parent.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without

proper instruction.

5. 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.

6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment

is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire,

bones, toys, and other foreign objects which could

be picked up and thrown by the blade(s). Thrown

objects can cause serious personal injury.

7. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of

material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and

the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a

wall or obstruction which may cause discharged

material to ricochet back toward the operator.

8. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles

during operation and while performing an

adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown

objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to

the eyes.

9. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-

fitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes and

jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never

operate this machine in bare feet or sandals.

10. Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not

operate the mower without the discharge cover or

entire grass catcher in its proper place.

11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or

under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s)

can amputate hands and feet.

12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause

blade contact or thrown object injuries.

13. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives,

walks, or roads and while not cutting grass.

14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing

roadways. This machine is not intended for use on

any public roadway.

15. Do not operate the machine while under the

influence of alcohol or drugs.

16. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

17. Never carry passengers.

18. Disengage blade(s) before travelling in reverse.

Back up slowly. Always look down and behind

before and while backing to avoid a back-over

accident.

19. Slow down before turning. Operate the machine

smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive

speed.

20. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine

and wait until the blade(s) come to a complete stop

before removing grass catcher, emptying grass,

unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or

making any adjustments.

21. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always

turn off blade(s), place transmission in neutral, set

parking brake, stop engine and remove key before

dismounting.

22. Use extra care when loading or unloading the

machine into a trailer or truck. This unit should not

be driven up or down ramp(s), because the unit

could tip over, causing serious personal injury. The

unit must be pushed manually on ramp(s) to load or

unload properly.

23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a

burn. Do not touch.

24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving

under low hanging tree branches, wires, door

openings etc., where the operator may be struck or

pulled from the unit, which could result in serious

injury.

25. Disengage all attachment clutches, depress the

brake pedal completely before attempting to start

engine.

26. Your machine is designed to cut normal residential

grass of a height no more than 10”. Do not attempt

to mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g.,

pasture) or piles of dry leaves. Dry grass or leaves

may contact the engine exhaust and/or build up on

the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard.

27. Use only accessories and attachments approved

for this machine by the machine manufacturer.

Read, understand and follow all instructions

provided with the approved accessory or

attachment.

28. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and

above, are involved in a large percentage of riding

mower-related injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower

safely enough to protect themselves and others

from serious injury.

29. If situations occur which are not covered in this

manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your

Cub Cadet dealer for assistance.

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

unit on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than

15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge, do not

operate this unit on that area or serious injury could

result.

DO:

1. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise

extreme caution when changing direction on

slopes.

2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other

hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

3. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed

setting so that you will not have to stop 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.

4. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for

wheel weights or counterweights to improve

stability.

5. Use extra care with grass catchers or other

attachments. These can change the stability of the

machine.

6. 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.

7. 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.

2. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or

embankments. The mower could suddenly turn

over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff, ditch, or if

an edge caves in.

3. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your

foot on the ground.

4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.

5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could

cause sliding.

6. Do not coast downhill. Over-speeding may cause

the operator to lose control of the machine resulting

in serious injury or death.

7. 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 mowing 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.

d. Never carry children, even with the blade(s)

shut off. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine

operation.

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 machine.

f. Disengage the cutting blade(s) before

traveling in reverse. The “No-Cut-In Reverse”

feature is a reminder not to cut in reverse and

to help avoid back over accidents. Do not

defeat it.

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.

9. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate

the machine. Children 14 years old and over should

read and understand the operation instructions and

safety rules in this manual and should be trained

and supervised by a parent.

TOWING

1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed

for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except

at the hitch point.

2. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for

weight limits for towed equipment and towing on

slopes.

3. Never allow children or others in or on towed

equipment.

4. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may

cause loss of traction and loss of control.

5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

6. Do not 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 ignite.

Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a. 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 three inches below the top of the filler

neck to allow space for fuel expansion.

i. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

j. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine

and equipment. Move unit 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.

l. Never store the machine or fuel container

inside where there is an open flame, spark or

pilot light as on a water heater, space heater,

furnace, clothes dryer or other gas

appliances.

m. Allow 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.

2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make

certain the blade(s) and all moving parts have

stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and

ground against the engine to prevent unintended

starting.

3. Periodically check to make sure the blades come to

complete stop within approximately (5) five

seconds after operating the blade disengagement

control. If the blades do not stop within the this time

frame, your unit should be serviced professionally

by an authorized Cub Cadet dealer.

4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected

to wear during normal operation. Adjust and service

as required.

5. 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!”

6. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear

gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

7. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition.

8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or

other safety devices. Check their proper operation

regularly.

9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,

disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground

against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the

machine for any damage. Repair the damage

before starting and operating.

10. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to

the machine while the engine is running.

11. Do not change the engine governor settings or

over-speed the engine. The governor controls the

maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

12. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

necessary.

13. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for

gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.

14. 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!”

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.

SLOPE GAUGE

15°

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE

A POWER POLE

A CORNER OF A BUILDING

OR A FENCE POST

FOLD ON DOTTED LINE, REPRESENTING A 15° SLOPE

Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower

could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain

your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.

Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.

WARNING

SAFETY LABELS

SECTION 2: TRACTOR SET-UP

Gas and Oil Fill-up

The gasoline tank is located under the fender and has a

capacity of three gallons. Unthread the fuel cap by turning it

counterclockwise. Use only clean, fresh (under 30 days

old), unleaded gasoline. Fill tank to no more than four

inches below the top of the filler neck to allow space for fuel

expansion. Do not overfill.

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.

IMPORTANT:

Your tractor is shipped with oil in the engine.

However, you MUST check the oil level before operating.

Refer to Checking the Oil Level on page 18 for detailed

instructions. Be careful not to overfill.

WARNING

TO AVOID SERIOUS

INJURY OR DEATH

READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL

• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.

• AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.

• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT

COULD SLIP OR TIP.

• IF 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

BLADES OFF.

• LOOK DOWN & BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE

BACKING.

• KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS,

AND SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACE AND

WORKING.

• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE

THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).

• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL

CONTROLS.

• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE

STOPPED BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET

NEAR BLADE(S).

• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S POSITION,

DISENGAGE BLADE(S), ENGAGE PARKING

BRAKE, SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY.

DANGER

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY.

DO NOT OPERATE MOWER

UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR

OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS

IN ITS PROPER PLACE.

ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING.

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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT

OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR

GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE.

IF DAMAGED, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY.

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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR

Figure 1

NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position.

ASystems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter HIgnition Switch

BThrottle Control Lever IBrake Pedal

CChoke Control JDrive Pedal

DParking Brake Lever KCruise Control Lever

EFuel Tank Cap LDeck Lift Lever

FSeat Adjustment Lever MCup Holder

GPTO (Power Take-off) Knob

NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity.

BRAKE

HOURS 1/10

PARKING

OIL PRESSURE

PTO / BLADE ENGAGE

BATTERY

Throttle Control Lever

The throttle control lever is located on the left side of the

tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of

the engine. When set in a given position, the throttle will

maintain a uniform engine speed. See Figure 2.

Figure 2

IMPORTANT:

When operating the tractor with the cutting

deck engaged, be certain that the throttle lever is

always in the FAST (rabbit) position.

Choke Control

The choke control can be found

on the left side of the dash panel

and is activated by pulling the

knob outward. Activating the

choke control closes the choke

plate on the carburetor and aids

in starting the engine. Refer to

Starting The Engine on page 13 of

this manual for detailed starting

instructions.

Brake Pedal

The brake pedal is located on the

right front side of the tractor

above the drive pedal along the

running board. The brake pedal

can be used for sudden stops or

setting the parking brake.

NOTE: The brake pedal must

be fully depressed to activate the

safety interlock switch when

starting the tractor.

Ignition Switch

WARNING: Never leave a running

machine unattended. Always disengage the

PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and

remove key to prevent unintended starting.

To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition

switch and turn clockwise to the START position.

Release the key into the ON position once engine has

fired. See Figure 3.

Figure 3

Refer to Starting The Engine on page 13 of this manual for

detailed starting instructions

The ignition switch is also used to operate the tractor’s

headlights. Refer to Operating The Headlights on page 16

of this manual for detailed instructions.

Drive Pedal

The drive pedal is located below

the brake pedal on the right front

side of the tractor along the

running board. Depress the

upper portion of the drive pedal

forward to cause the tractor to

travel forward. Depress the lower

portion of the drive pedal with the

ball of your right foot (NOT your

heel) to cause the tractor to travel

in reverse. Ground speed is also

controlled with the drive pedal.

The further forward or rearward

that the pedal is pivoted, the

faster the tractor will travel. The

pedal will return to its original

position when it’s not depressed.

IMPORTANT:

Always set the

parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended.

Slow

Fast

Position

Off

On/Lights

Start

STOP

Hour Meter

Located in the center of the tractor’s console, the hour

meter operates whenever the engine is running and

records the actual hours of tractor operation. See

Figure 4.

Figure 4

System Indicator Lights

Your tractor is equipped with four indicator lights in the

center of its dash panel. If the Brake light or PTO/Blade

Engage light illuminates when attempting to start the

unit, proceed as follows:

Brake — Engage the parking brake.

PTO/ Blade Engage —

Move the PTO/Blade Engage knob into the

disengaged (OFF) position.

It is normal for the Oil light and the Battery light to

illuminate while the engine is cranking, but if either

illuminates while the engine is running, proceed as

follows:

Oil— Stop the tractor immediately and check the

crankcase oil level as instructed on page

18 of this manual. Add oil as required.

Battery— If this light illuminate’s while the engine is

running, it indicates that the battery is in

need of a charge OR that the engine’s

charging system is not generatingsufficient

amperage. Refer to Battery on page 20 of

this manual for the properbattery charging

procedure or have theengine’s charging

system checked by aCub Cadet dealer.

Cup Holder

The tractor’s cup holder is located on the fender to the

right of the seat, just to the rear of the deck lift lever.

Electric PTO /

Blade Engage Knob

To engage the power to the

cutting deck or other (separately

available) attachments, pull

outward on the PTO/Blade

Engage knob. Push the PTO/

Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to

the cutting deck.

NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage knob must be in the

disengaged (OFF) position when starting the engine,

when traveling in reverse or if the operator leaves the

seat and .

Cruise Control

Lever

The cruise control

lever is located on

the tractor dash

panel, below the steering wheel. Push the cruise

control lever downward while traveling forward at a

desired speed. While holding the lever down, release

pressure from the drive pedal.

This will engage the cruise control and allow the tractor

to remain at that speed without applying pressure to the

drive pedal. Depress the brake pedal or the drive pedal

to deactivate cruise control. Refer to page 14 for

detailed instructions regarding the cruise control

feature.

NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be engaged at the

tractor’s fastest ground speed. If the operator should

attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically

decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed.

Parking Brake

Lever

To set the parking

brake, fully depress

the brake pedal and

push the parking brake lever down. Hold the lever down

while taking your foot off the brake pedal. Both the

parking lever and the brake pedal will then stay

depressed. To release the parking brake, depress the

brake pedal slightly. The parking brake lever will then

return to its original position.

NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator

leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine

will automatically shut off.

IMPORTANT:

Always set the parking brake when

leaving the tractor unattended.

BATTERY

PTO / BLADE ENGAGE PARKING

OIL PRESSURE

HOURS 1/10

PTO

OFF ON

Seat Adjustment Lever

To adjust the seat forward or backward, slide the seat

adjustment lever to the left and reposition the seat to

the desired position. Once a comfortable position is

found, release the seat adjustment lever to lock the

seat in place. Refer to Seat Adjustment on page 17 of this

manual for more detailed instructions.

Deck Lift Lever

Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is

used to change the height of the cutting deck. To use,

move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best

suited for your application.

SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR

WARNING: Read, understand, and follow

all instructions and warnings on the machine

and in this manual before operating.

Safety Interlock Switches

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 a 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 knob is in the disengaged (OFF)

position.

• The engine will automatically shut off if the operator

leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake.

• The engine will automatically shut off if the operator

leaves the tractor’s seat with the PTO/Blade

Engage knob in the engaged (ON) position,

regardless of whether the parking brake is

engaged.

• The electric PTO clutch will automatically shut off if

the PTO/Blade Engage knob is moved into the

engaged (ON) position with the drive pedal in

position for reverse travel.

WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the

interlock system is malfunctioning. This

system was designed for your safety and

protection.

Setting the Gauge Wheels

Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing

the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height

notches on the right fender.

To adjust the deck wheels so that they are between ¼-

inch and ½-inch above the ground as follows.

WARNING: Keep hands and feet away

from the discharge opening of the cutting

deck.

NOTE: The deck wheels are an anti-scalp feature of

the deck and are not designed to support the weight of

the cutting deck.

Place the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably

pavement, refer to Figure 5, and proceed as follows:

• Place the tractor’s deck lift handle in the normally

desired mowing height setting, then check the

gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance

with the surface below.

• If the wheels contact the surface adjust as follows:

a. Raise the deck lift handle to its highest

setting.

b. Remove the rear gauge wheels by removing

the lock nuts and shoulder screws which

secure them to the deck.

c. Remove the lock nuts and shoulder screws,

which secure the front gauge wheels to the

deck.

d. Place the deck lift handle in the desired

mowing height setting.

e. Insert the shoulder screw with the rear gauge

wheel into the index hole that leaves

approximately 1/2" between the bottom of

the wheel and the pavement.

f. Note the position of the index hole used; then

install the other rear gauge wheel and the

front ball wheels into the corresponding index

hole of the other gauge wheel brackets.

AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.

• AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.

• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP.

• IF 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 BLADES OFF.

• LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING.

• KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND SWITCHES) IN

PLACE AND WORKING.

• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).

• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.

• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLAC-

ING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).

• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR’S POSITION, DISENGAGE

BLADE(S), ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK, SHUT ENGINE OFF AND

REMOVE KEY.

READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL

WARNING

Figure 5

• If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance with

the surface below, lower the wheels to the index

hole that provides the approximate 1/2" clearance

as described above.

Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 16 of this manual for

more detailed instructions regarding various deck

adjustments.

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 TRACTOR SET-UP on page 8 of this

manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.

• Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch.

• Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the

disengaged (OFF) position.

• Engage the tractor’s parking brake.

• Place the throttle control in the FAST position

• Pull the choke control outward.

• Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START

position. After the engine starts, release the key. It

will return to the ON position.

IMPORTANT:

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.

• 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

WARNING: If you strike 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 restarting

and operating

• If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade

Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) position.

• Place the throttle control near the FAST position

• Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP

position.

• Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent

unintended starting.

Engaging the Parking Brake

To engage the parking brake:

• Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it there

while gently pushing the parking brake lever

downward.

• Hold the parking brake lever down while removing

your foot from the brake pedal.

• Once engaged, the parking brake lever and the

brake pedal will lock in the “down” position.

To disengage the parking brake:

• Slightly depress the brake pedal.

NOTE: The parking brake must be engaged if the

operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the

engine will automatically shut off.

Driving The Tractor

WARNING: Avoid sudden starts, ex-

cessive speed and sudden stops.

WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the

tractor without first placing the PTO/Blade

Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF)

position, depressing the brake pedal and

engaging the parking brake. If leaving the

tractor unattended, also turn the ignition key

off and remove the key.

• Briefly depress the brake pedal to release the

parking brake. Move the throttle lever into the FAST

(rabbit) position.

IMPORTANT:

Do NOT attempt to change the direction of

travel when the tractor is in motion. Always bring the

tractor to a complete stop before pivoting the drive

pedal from forward to reverse or vice versa.

Shoulder Screw

Lock Nut

Shoulder Screw

• To travel FORWARD, slowly depress the upper

portion of the drive pedal forward until the desired

speed is achieved. See Figure 6.

Figure 6

• To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind

is clear then slowly depress the lower portion of the

drive pedal with the ball of your foot (NOT your

heel) until the desired speed is achieved. See

Figure 6.

Driving On Slopes

Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 7 to help determine

slopes where you may operate the tractor safely.

WARNING: Do not mow on inclines with a

slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of

approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). The

tractor could overturn and cause serious

injury.

• Mow up and down slopes, NEVER across.

• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction

on slopes.

• Watch 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 down the slope. Turning up a slope

greatly increases the chance of a roll over.

• 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.

Setting The Cruise Control

NOTE: The cruise control feature should only be

utilized while traveling in the forward direction.

• Slowly depress the upper portion of the drive pedal

until the desired speed is achieved.

• Lightly depress the cruise control lever.

• While continuing to hold the cruise lever down, lift

your foot from the drive pedal (you should feel the

cruise latch engage).

• Once engaged, the cruise control lever and the

drive pedal will lock in the “down” position, and the

tractor will maintain the same forward speed.

NOTE: Cruise control can not be set at the tractor’s

fastest ground speed. If the operator should attempt to

do so, the tractor will automatically decelerate to the

fastest optimal mowing ground speed.

Disengage the cruise control using one of the following

methods:

• Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise

control and stop the tractor.

• Lightly depress the drive pedal.

To change the direction of travel to reverse when

operating with cruise control, depress the brake pedal

to disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor to a

complete stop. Then slowly depress the rear portion of

the drive pedal with the ball of your foot to travel in

reverse.

Using the Deck Lift Lever

To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the

left, then place it in the notch best suited for your

application. Refer to Setting The Cutting Height earlier in

this section.

Operating The Headlights

To turn the tractor’s headlights on:

• Start the engine following the instructions earlier in

this section.

• Turn the key one notch counterclockwise into the

On/Lights position of the ignition switch. Refer to

Figure 3.

To turn the tractor’s headlights off:

• Turn the key either into the On position (to leave the

engine running) or the Off position (to shut the

engine off). Refer to Figure 3.

NOTE: Never move the key into the Start position

while the engine is running. Doing so may cause

damage to your engine’s electric starter.

Brake Pedal

Drive Pedal

Moving The Tractor Manually

Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a

hydrostatic relief valve for occasions when it is

necessary to move the tractor manually. Opening this

valve permits the fluid in the transmission to bypass its

normal route, allowing the rear tires to "freewheel." To

open the hydrostatic relief valve, proceed as follows:

• Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the

tractor. See Figure 7.

Figure 7

• Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward, then

down, to lock it in place.

NOTE: The transmission will NOT engage when the

hydrostatic bypass rod is pulled out. Return the rod to

its normal position prior to operating the tractor.

IMPORTANT:

Never attempt to move the tractor

manually without first opening the hydrostatic relief

valve. Doing so will result in serious damage to the

tractor’s transmission.

Engaging the PTO

Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck

or other (separately available) attachments. To engage

the PTO, proceed as follows:

• Move the throttle control lever to the FAST (rabbit)

position.

• Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the

engaged (ON) position. See Figure 8.

• Keep the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit) position

for the most efficient use of the cutting deck or other

(separately available) attachments

IMPORTANT:

The electric PTO clutch will automatically

shut off if the PTO is engaged with the drive pedal in

position for reverse travel. Refer to Safety Interlock

Switches on page 12.

Figure 8

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 quality

cutting decks. The following information will be helpful

when using the cutting deck with your tractor.

WARNING: Plan your mowing pattern to

avoid discharge of materials toward roads,

sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also,

avoid discharging material against a wall or

obstruction which may cause discharged

material to ricochet back toward the operator.

• Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a

mulch kit or grass collector is installed.

• For best results it is recommended that the first two

laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the

center. After the first two laps, reverse the direction

to throw the discharge to the outside for the

balance of cutting. This will give a better

appearance to the lawn.

• Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites

weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather.

• Mowing should always be done with 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 mow heavy brush and weeds

and extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to

mow lawns, NOT clear brush.

• Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades

when worn. Refer to Cutting Blades on page 19 of this

manual for proper blade sharpening instructions.

Hydrostatic

Bypass Rod

ON OFF

Front View Top View

PTO

OFF ON

SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: Never attempt to make any

adjustments while the engine is running,

except where specified in the operator’s

manual.

Leveling the Deck

NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before

performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to

Tires on page 19 for information regarding tire pressure.

Front To Rear

The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer

bar that can adjusted to level the deck from front to rear.

The front of the deck should be between 1/4-inch and

3/8-inch lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if

necessary as follows:

• With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface,

place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest

position) and rotate the blade nearest the discharge

chute so that it is parallel with the tractor.

• Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip

to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the

ground.

• The first measurement taken should be between

1/4" and 3/8" less than the second measurement.

• Determine the approximate distance necessary for

proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary, to the

next step.

• Loosen the two jam nuts on the rear side of the

deck stabilizer bracket. See Figure 9.

Figure 9

• Locate the two lock nuts on the opposite side of the

stabilizer bracket. See Figure 9. Tighten the lock

nuts to raise the front of the deck; loosen the lock

nuts to lower the front of the deck.

• Retighten the two jam nuts loosened earlier when

proper adjustment is achieved.

Side to Side

If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a

side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if

necessary as follows:

• With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface,

place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest

position) and rotate both blades so that they are

perpendicular with the tractor.

• Measure the distance from the outside of the left

blade tip to the ground and the distance from the

outside of the right blade tip to the ground. Both

measurements taken should be equal. If they’re

not, proceed to the next step.

• Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex cap screw on

the left deck hanger bracket. See Figure 10.

Figure 10

• Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the

adjustment gear (found immediately behind the hex

cap screw just loosened) clockwise/up or

counterclockwise/down.

• The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip

measurements taken earlier are equal.

• Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck

hanger bracket when proper adjustment is

achieved.

Jam

Deck

Stabilizer

Bracket

Nuts

Lock

Nuts

Deck

Hex Cap Screw

Adjustment Gear

Parking Brake Adjustment

WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the

brakes while the engine is running. Always

disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key

to prevent unintended starting.

If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when

the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the

tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake

applied, the brake is in need of adjustment. The brake

disc can be found on the right side of the transmission

in the rear of the tractor. Adjust if necessary as

follows.

• Looking at the transmission from the right side of

the tractor, locate the compression spring and

brake disc. See Figure 11.

Figure 11

• Carefully remove the cotter pin from the crown nut

on the right side of the brake assembly.

• Using a feeler gauge, check the gap between the

brake disc and the brake puck. Proper gap is .011".

• Tighten the crown nut until the proper gap is

achieved.

• Insert a replacement cotter pin (part # 714-0111)

into the crown nut.

Steering Adjustment

If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other,

or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or

wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted.

Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are threaded

into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the

right side:

• Loosen the jam nut found on the drag link at the

rear of the ball joint. See Figure 12.

• Remove the hex nut and lock washer on the top of

ball joint. See Figure 12.

Figure 12

• Thread the ball joint toward the jam nut to shorten

the drag link. Thread the ball joint away from the

jam nut to lengthen the drag link.

• Replace hex nut and lock washer and retighten the

jam nut after proper adjustment is achieved.

NOTE: Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag

links will cause the front tires to "toe-in" too far. Proper

toe-in is between 1/16" and 5/16".

Front tire toe-in can be measured as follows:

• Place the steering wheel in position for straight

ahead travel.

• In front of the axle, measure the distance

horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the

inside of the right rim. Note the distance.

• Behind the axle, measure the distance horizontally

from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the

right rim. Note the distance.

• The measurement taken in front of the axle should

be between 1/16" and 5/16" less than the

measurement taken behind the axle.

• Adjust if necessary.

Seat Adjustment

WARNING: Before operating this machine,

make sure the seat is engaged in the seat

stop, stand behind the machine and pull back

on seat until fully engaged into stop.

To adjust the position of the seat, move the seat

adjustment lever (Refer to Figure 1 on Page 9) to the

left and slide the seat forward or rearward. Make sure

seat is locked into position before operating the tractor.

Brake Rod

Crown Nut

Brake Disc

NOTE: View shown from beneath tractor.

Ball Joint

Axle

Pivot Bar

Hex Nut and

Jam Nut

Lock Washer

SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR

NOTE: Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 24 for a

reference of recommended maintenance intervals.

WARNING: Before performing any

maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set

parking brake, stop engine and remove key to

prevent unintended starting.

Engine

Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner

Manual for engine maintenance instructions.

Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in

the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed

with your unit. Follow the instructions carefully.

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission

control devices and systems, which are being done at

the customer’s expense, may be performed by any

engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty

repairs must be performed by your Cub Cadet

Dealer.

Changing Engine Oil

• Gently raise the tractor’s hood

• Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick

from the oil fill tube. See Figure 13.

Figure 13

• Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil

drain valve to expose the drain port. See Figure 13.

• Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual)

onto the oil drain port. Route the opposite end of

the hose into an appropriate oil collection container

with a capacity of no less than 64 oz.

• Push the oil drain valve in slightly, then rotate

counterclockwise and pull outward to begin

draining oil.

• Service the oil filteras instructed in the separate

Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed

with your unit.

Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil

has finished draining.

• Refill the engine with new motor oil.

IMPORTANT:

Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/

Owner Manual packed with your unit for information

regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil.

Air Cleaner

Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner

element as instructed in the Briggs & Stratton Operator/

Owner Manual packed with your unit.

Spark Plug(s)

The spark plug(s) should be cleaned and the gap reset

once a season. Refer to the Briggs & Stratton

Operator/Owner Manual for correct plug type and gap

specifications.

Cleaning the Engine And Deck

Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped

off promptly.

Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling

fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine,

especially the belts and pulleys.

IMPORTANT:

The use of a pressure washer or garden

hose to clean your tractor is NOT recommended. It may

cause damage to electrical components, spindles,

pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will

result in a shortened life of the tractor and reduce its

serviceability.

Lubrication

WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or

inspecting, always disengage PTO, set

parking brake, stop engine and remove key to

prevent unintended starting.

Engine

Refer to Engine on page 18 for instruction regarding all

engine-related lubrication.

Pivot Points & Linkage

Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,

parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season

with light oil.

Deck Wheels

Each of the tractor deck’s front gauge wheels is

equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate with a grease

gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation

Oil Drain Hose

Drain Port

Oil Fill Cap /

Dipstick

Deck Spindles and Deck Idler Bracket

Grease fittings can be found on the top of each deck

spindle shaft as well as on the idler bracket. See Figure

14. Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No.

2 multi-purpose lithium grease.

Figure 14

Front Wheels

Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with

a grease fitting. See Figure 15. Lubricate with a grease

gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation.

Figure 15

SECTION 7: SERVICE

Tires

WARNING: Never exceed the maximum

inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the

tire.

The recommended operating tire pressure is

approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for the

front tires.

Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s

recommended or maximum psi. Do not overinflate.

Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to

mow unevenly.

Head Lamps

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. Allow the tractor to cool and

use caution when changing the lamp bulbs.

Replace headlight bulbs as follows:

• Lift the hood and locate the headlight wire harness

and lamp sockets

• To remove the bulb & socket from the reflector

housing, simply grasp the socket and gently rotate

it 1/4 turn clockwise.

• After replacing the bulb, align the tab of the socket

with the notch of the reflector and gently rotate it 1/4

turn counterclockwise.

Cutting Blades

WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off,

remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug

wire(s) and ground against the engine to

prevent unintended starting before removing

the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or

replacement. Protect your hands by using

heavy gloves when grasping the blade.

WARNING: Periodically inspect the blade

adapter and/or spindle for cracks or damage,

especially if you strike a foreign object.

Replace immediately if damaged.

The blades may be removed as follows.

• Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to

Cutting Deck Removal on page 21) then gently flip the

deck over to expose its underside.

Grease Fitting

Axle Grease Fitting

Rim Grease Fitting

• Place a block of wood between the deck housing

baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer.

See Figure 16.

Figure 16

• Use a 1-1/8" wrench to remove the hex flange nut

that secures the blade to the spindle assembly. See

Figure 16.

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.

IMPORTANT:

If the cutting edge of the blade has already

been sharpened, or if any metal separation is present,

replace the blades with new ones.

It is important that each cutting blade edge be ground

equally to maintain proper blade balance. 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.

IMPORTANT:

When replacing the blade, be sure to

install the blade with the side of the blade marked

‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number stamped in it) facing

the ground when the mower is in the operating position.

IMPORTANT:

Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade

spindle hex flange nut to between 70 lbs-ft and 90 lbs-ft.

Battery

The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid

levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added.

• Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean

and free of corrosive build-up.

• After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a

light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both

terminals

• Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the

positive terminal to prevent shorting.

IMPORTANT:

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 cause damage to your

engine’s alternating system.

Jump Starting

WARNING: Never jump start a damaged or

frozen battery. Be certain the vehicles do not

touch, and ignitions are off. Do not allow cable

clamps to touch.

• Connect positive (+) cable to positive post (+) of

your tractor’s discharged battery.

• Connect the other end of the cable to the (positive

+) post of the jumper battery.

• Connect the second cable (negative –) to the other

post of the jumper battery.

• Make the final connection on the engine block of

the stalled tractor, away from the battery. Attach to

a unpainted part to assure a good connection.

IMPORTANT:

If the jumper battery is installed on a

vehicle (i.e. car, truck), do NOT start the vehicle’s

engine when jump starting your tractor.

• Refer to the instructions on page 13 to start the

tractor .

• Set the tractor’s p[arking brake before removing the

jumper cables, in reverse order of connection.

• Allow the tractor’s engine to run for 15 minutes

before shutting it off to allow the alternating system

time to charge the discharged battery.

Charging

If the unit 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.

Spindle Assembly

Hex Flange Nut Wood Block

Fuse

A 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.

It can be found under the hood mounted behind the top

of the dash panel on the support bar. Pull the fuse out

and inspect it to determine if it is good or blown.

IMPORTANT:

Always use a fuse with the same

amperage capacity for replacement.

WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or

inspecting, always disengage PTO, set

parking brake, stop engine and remove key to

prevent unintended starting.

Cutting Deck Removal

To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:

• Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the

disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking

brake.

• Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the

bottom notch on the right fender.

• Remove the PTO belt from around the tractor’s

electric PTO clutch. Refer to Figure 18 or Figure 19.

• Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the

tractor, locate the deck support pin on the rear left

side of the deck.

• Rotate the pin slightly toward the rear of the tractor

and release the pin into the hole provided.

• Pull the deck support pin outward to release the

deck from the deck lift arm. See Figure 17.

Figure 17

• Repeat the above steps on the tractor’s right side.

• Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the

right fender to raise the deck lift arms up and out of

the way.

• Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the

tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release

themselves from the deck stabilizer rod.

• Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side)

out from underneath the tractor.

Changing the Deck / PTO Belt

WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off,

remove ignition key, disconnect the spark

plug wire(s) and ground against the engine 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.

IMPORTANT:

The V-belts found on your tractor are

specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A

substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not

disengaging completely. For a proper working machine,

use factory approved belts.

To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor,

proceed as follows:

• Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the

bottom notch on the right fender.

• Remove the left-hand belt guard and right-hand

belt guard by removing the self-tapping screws that

secure each to the deck surface. See Figure 18 and

Figure 19.

Figure 18

• To ease in removing the belt in later steps, loosen,

but do not remove, the bolt which secures the

pivoting idler pulley to the idler bracket.

See Figure 18.

• Insert a 3/8”-drive ratchet wrench (set to tighten )

into the square hole found in the idler bracket on

the left side of the deck’s surface. See Figure 18.

Support Pin 3/8” Square Hole

Spring

Belt Guard

Idler Bracket

Pivoting Idler Pulley

Figure 19

• Grasp the ratchet’s handle and pivot it toward the

tractor’s right side to relieve tension on the belt.

• With belt tension relieved, carefully remove the

belt from around theleft-hand spindle pulley.

WARNING: Avoid the possiblity of a

pinching injury. Do not place your fingers on

the idler spring or between the belt and a

pulley while removing the belt.

IMPORTANT:

Carefully allow the ratchet to pivot

rearward before removing it from the square hole.

• Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys and

the electric PTO clutch.

• Route the new belt as shown in Figure 18.

NOTE: When routing the replacement belt, use a 3/8”-

drive ratchet wrench to pivot the idler bracket forward

and route the belt around the idler pulley.

NOTE: Make certain the belt is routed in front of the

grease fitting found on the rear of the idler bracket. See

Figure 19.

• Re-secure the belt guards removed earlier.

• Re-tighten the bolt which secures the pivoting idler

pulley to the idler bracket. See Figure 18.

Changing The Transmission Drive Belt

NOTE: An air/impact wrench is needed to remove the

electric PTO and properly replace the drive belt.

All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should

be replaced if any signs of wear are present.

IMPORTANT:

The V-belts found on your tractor are

specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A

substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not

disengaging completely. For a proper working machine,

use factory approved belts.

To change or replace the drive belt on your tractor,

proceed as follows:

• Remove the cutting deck as instructed earlier in this

section.

• After disconnecting the battery cables, remove the

battery and battery tray from beneath the seat.

IMPORTANT:

When removing the battery, disconnect

the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal first,

followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. Re-install in

reverse order.

IMPORTANT:

Note the routing of the lower drive belt

around all the pulleys and the belt keepers (if present)

BEFORE performing the following steps.

• Locate the fixed v-idler pulley found on the left

underside of the frame. See Figure 20.

• Grasp the belt on both sides of the pulley and

gently move it toward the left frame rail allowing it to

unseat itself from the fixed v-idler. See Figure 20.

Self-Tapping Screws

Fixed Idler Pulley

Electric PTO Clutch

Right Hand Pulley

(beneath belt guard)

Right Hand Pulley

(beneath belt guard)

Deck / PTO Belt

Pivoting Idler Pulley

Idler Bracket

Grease Fitting

• Pivot the double-idler bracket forward slightly

before removing the idler extension spring from the

stud and the double-idler bracket itself. Do NOT

discard the spring.

• Roll the drive belt out from around both the v-idler

pulley and the flat idler pulley found on the double-

idler bracket.

• Carefully unplug the tractor’s wire harness from the

connector on the electric PTO clutch.

• Note the orientation of the electric PTO clutch.

Remove the hex bolt from the center of the electric

PTO clutch and gently lower it off of the engine

crankshaft.

• Be careful not to lose any washers or spacers

which may be found on top of the electric PTO

clutch.

• The engine pulley is located directly above the

electric PTO clutch. Lower the engine pulley far

enough to be able to remove the upper drive belt

from around it..

IMPORTANT:

When remounting the electric PTO clutch,

make certain that is properly oriented against the anti-

rotation bracke prior to securing it to the engine’s

crankshaft. Torque the center hex bolt to between 38

foot-pounds and 50 foot-pounds.

• Remove the drive belt by feeding it from front to

rear, toward the hydrostatic transmission. See

Figure 20.

• Continue removing the drive belt by gently lifting it

off of the transmission pulley and over the cooling

fan.

IMPORTANT:

The fins on the cooling fan are only slightly

flexible. Be careful not to damage the fan when

removing the drive belt from around the transmission

pulley.

• Reroute the new belt around the pulleys and belt

keepers, if present, EXACTLY as the old one was

routed. Refer to Figure 20.

Figure 20

Hydrostatic Transmission

The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory

and is maintenance free. The fluid level cannot be

checked nor can the oil be changed. Always keep the

area around the transmission cooling fan free of grass

and debris at all times.

FRONT OF TRACTOR

Fixed V-idler Pulley

Transmission Pulley

Engine Pulley

Hydrostatic

Double-Idler Bracket

V-idler Pulley

NOTE:

View shown from above tractor.

Idler Extension Spring

Drive Belt

Left Frame Rail

Flat idler Pulley

(Beneath Cooling Fan)

Transmission

SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7:

MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 18 of this

manual before storing for an extended period.

Engine

If the engine will be out of service for two months or

more, use the following storage procedure:

• Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine.

• Change the oil and filter while the engine is still

warm from operation. Refer to Changing the Engine OIl

on page 18.

• The fuel system must be completely emptied, or the

gasoline must be treated with a fuel stabilizer such

as STA-BIL® to prevent deterioration. If you choose

to use a stabilizer, follow the manufacturers

recommendations, and add the correct amount for

the capacity of the fuel system. Fill the fuel tank with

clean, fresh gasoline. Run the engine for 2-3

minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor.

To empty the system, run the engine until the tank

and system are empty.

WARNING: Drain fuel only into an

approved container outdoors, away from an

open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish

cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of

ignition prior to draining fuel.

• Remove the spark plug. Add one tablespoon of

engine oil into the spark plug hole. Install the plug,

but do not reconnect the plug wire. Crank the

engine two or three revolutions.

• Store the engine in a clean, dry place.

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.

SECTION 9: MAINTENANCE CHART

Before

Each Use After Initial

24 Hours Every

10 Hours Every

25 Hours Every

100 Hours Every

Season Prior

to Storing

Clean Engine Screen and

Hood and Grille Louvers

Check Engine Oil Level

Clean and Re-oil Air

Filter’s Foam Precleaner

Replace Air Filter Element

Change Engine Oil & Filter

Clean Battery Terminals

Lube Front Axles and Rims

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Lube Front Deck Wheels

Lube Deck Spindles

Lube Pedal Pivot Points

Check Spark Plug

SECTION 10: TROUBLESHOOTING

SECTION 11: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES

The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Model LT1024. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the

retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability.Model LT1024 is NOT

designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments . Use of this equipment WILL void the warranty.

* Attachments purchased through a merchandise retailer may have a “CC” model number prefix.

Attachments purchased through your Cub Cadet dealer may have a “100” model number suffix.

Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action

Engine fails to start PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged.

Parking brake not engaged.

Spark plug wire(s) disconnected.

Throttle control lever not in correct

starting position.

Choke not activated

Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.

Blocked fuel line.

Faulty spark plug.

Engine flooded.

Place knob in disengaged (OFF) position.

Engage parking brake.

Connect wire to spark plug.

Place throttle lever to FAST position.

Pull out the CHOKE control.

Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas.

Clean fuel line or replace fuel filter.

Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.

Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.

Engine runs erratic Unit running with CHOKE activated.

Spark plug wire(s) loose.

Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

Vent in gas cap plugged.

Water or dirt in fuel system.

Dirty air cleaner.

Push CHOKE control in.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire(s).

Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30

days old) gasoline. Replace fuel filter, if so equipped.

Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.

Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh (less than 30

days old) gasoline.

Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam

precleaner.

Engine overheats Engine oil level low.

Air flow restricted. Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight of oil.

Clean grass clippings and debris from around the

engine’s cooling fins and blower housing.

Engine hesitates at high RPM Spark plug gap too close. Remove spark plug and reset the gap.

Idles poorly Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too

wide.

Dirty air cleaner.

Replace spark plug.

Replace air cleaner cartridge/element or clean

pre-cleaner.

Excessive vibration Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.

Damaged or bent cutting blade. Tighten blade and spindle. Balance blade.

Replace blade.

Mower will not mulch grass Engine speed too low.

Wet grass.

Excessively high grass.

Dull blade.

Place throttle in FAST (rabbit) position.

Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to cut.

Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at

desired height or make a narrower cutting swath.

Sharpen or replace blade.

Uneven cut Deck not balanced properly.

Dull blade.

Uneven tire pressure.

Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.

Sharpen or replace blade.

Check tire pressure in all four tires.

Attachments

(CC-)190-190(-100)* Twin Bagger Grass Collector

(CC-)190-193(-100)* Mulcking Kit

(CC-)190-671(-100)* Rear Tire Chain Set (20” x 9”)

(CC-)190-672(-100)* Front Bumper Kit

(CC-)190-673(-100)* 42-inch Two-stage Snow Thrower

(CC-)190-674(-100)* 46-inch Front Dozer Blade

(CC-)190-675(-100)* Rear Wheel Weight Set

SECTION 12: SPECIFICATIONS

Capacities

Fuel Tank 3 gallons (11.4 l)

Crankcase (approximately) 4 pints / 64 oz. (1.9 l)

Hydrostatic Transmission

Make and Model Hydro-Gear 311-0510

Gear Ratio 22.2:1

Forward Speed 0 m.p.h. - 5.2 m.p.h.

Reverse Speed 0 m.p.h. - 2.3 m.p.h.

Engine (Air-cooled, 4-cycle)

Make, Model & Type Briggs &Stratton 446777-0302

Cylinders Twin

Bore 3.12 in. (79.25 mm)

Stroke 2.89 in. (73.4 mm)

Displacement 44.2 cu. in. (725 cc)

Maximum Power @3600 RPM 26 HP (19.4 kW)

Maximum Torque @2400 RPM 32.5 lbs. ft. (44.0 Nm)

Compression Ratio 8.5:1

Engine Speed (governed)

Low Speed 1200 RPM

High Speed (no load) 3300 RPM (± 100 RPM)

Spark Plug Gap .030 in. (.76 mm)

Armature Air Gap .008 -.012 in. (.20 -.30 mm)

Electrical System

System Voltage 12-volt Negative Ground

Battery 270 CCA (sealed)

Alternator 16 Amp Regulated

Fuse (automotive type) 20 Amp

Headlights Incandescent

Brakes Single Disc (Dry)

Turf Tires

Front (inches) 15 x 6 x 6

Rear (inches) 20 x 9 x 8

Dimensions

Wheelbase 47 in. (119.4 cm)

Length, over all 68 in. (172.7 cm)

Width, over all (with deck - chute up) 54 in. (137.1 cm)

Height, over all (to top of steering wheel) 43 in. (109.2 cm)

Ground Clearance 4.5 in. (11.4 cm)

Turning Radius 18 in. (46 cm)

Weight (approximate) 522 lb (26.8 kg)

CUB CADET LLC

MANUFACTURER’S ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

(COMMERCIAL USE)

The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET

LLC (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise pur-

chased and used in the United States, its possessions and

territories.

CUB CADET warrants this product against defects in mate-

rial and workmanship for a period of one (1) year for com-

mercial users, commencing on the date of original purchase

and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any

part found to be defective in material or workmanship. 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.

Batteries and belts are subject to separate terms as follows:

a. Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty 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 sale. Any replacement battery will

be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty

period.

b. All belts are covered by a one (1) year limited warranty

against defects in material and workmanship.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,

WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE, THROUGH YOUR LOCAL

AUTHORIZED CUB CADET DEALER. To locate the dealer

in your area, please check for a listing at www.cubcadet.com,

or in the Yellow Pages or contact CUB CADET by calling 1-

877-CUB TOUGH (1-877-282-8684) or writing to P.O. Box

361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in

the following cases:

a. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,

blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as

brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck adjustments;

and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or

exposure.

b. Normal wear parts or components, including blades,

blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow

thrower skid shoes, shave plates and tires.

CUB CADET does not extend any warranty for products sold

or exported outside of the United States of America, its pos-

sessions and territories, except those sold through CUB

CADET’S authorized channels of export distribution.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of

merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,

applies after the applicable period of express written

warranty above. No other express warranty or guaranty,

whether written or oral, except as mentioned above,

given by any person or entity, including the dealer, with

respect to any product shall bind CUB CADET. During

the period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is

repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.

(Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied

warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)

The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the

sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. CUB

CADET shall not be liable for incidental or consequential

loss or damages including, without limitation, to any

claim for loss of profits, loss of savings or revenue, loss

of the use of the equipment or any associated equip-

ment, facilities or service, downtime, the claims or costs

of third parties including customers, and injury to prop-

erty, and further including expenses incurred for substi-

tute or replacement lawn care services, for

transportation or for related expenses, or for rental

expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product.

(Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inci-

dental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion

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 the 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 use or misuse or inability to use the prod-

uct.

This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than

the original purchaser or original lessee.

How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This limited war-

ranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have

other rights which vary from state to state.

CUB CADET LLC

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY

(RESIDENTIAL USE)

The limited warranty set forth below is given by CUB CADET

LLC (“CUB CADET”) with respect to new merchandise pur-

chased and used in the United States, its possessions and

territories.

CUB CADET warrants this product against defects in material

and workmanship for a period of two (2) years for residential

users, (one (1) year for commercial users), commencing on

the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or

replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in

material or workmanship. 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 disas-

ter.

Batteries and belts are subject to separate terms as follows:

a. Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty 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 sale. Any replacement battery will

be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty

period.

b. All belts are covered by a one (1) year limited warranty

against defects in material and workmanship.

3 Year Limited Warranty - PTO Clutch

CUB CADET warrants the power take off (“PTO”) clutch and

mounting hardware against defects in material and workman-

ship for a period of three (3) years for Series 1000 products

manufactured after August 1, 1997 for residential users, com-

mencing on the date of original purchase or lease and CUB

CADET will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge,

any PTO clutch or mounting hardware found to be defective in

material or workmanship provided this product has been

operated and maintained as set forth above.

5 Year/500 Hour Limited Warranty- Frame and

Front Axle

CUB CADET warrants the frame, and front cast iron pivot

axle on Series 1000 models against defects in material and

workmanship for a period of five (5) years or 500 hours,

whichever occurs first, for residential users, commencing on

the date of original purchase or lease and CUB CADET will,

at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found

to be defective in material or workmanship provided this prod-

uct has been operated and maintained as set forth above. In

addition to any other reason set forth herein, CUB CADET

may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter, or any part

thereof, is altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tam-

pered with.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,

WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE, THROUGH YOUR LOCAL

AUTHORIZED CUB CADET DEALER. To locate the dealer in

your area, please check for a listing at www.cubcadet.com or

in the Yellow Pages or contact CUB CADET by calling 1-877-

CUB TOUGH (1-877-282-8684) or writing to P.O. Box

361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the

following cases:

a. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,

blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as

brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck adjust-

ments; and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due

to use or exposure.

b. CUB CADET does not extend any warranty for products

sold or exported outside of the United States of America,

its possessions and territories, except those sold through

CUB CADET’s authorized channels of export distribu-

tion.

c. Normal wear parts or components, including blades, blade

adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow

thrower skid shoes, rubber auger spirals, shave plates

and tires.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of

merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,

applies after the applicable period of express written

warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other

express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral,

except as mentioned above, given by any person or

entity, including the dealer, with respect to any product

shall bind CUB CADET. During the period of the War-

ranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of

the product as set forth above. (Some states do not allow

limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the

above limitation may not apply to you.)

The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the

sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales. CUB

CADET shall not be liable for incidental or consequential

loss or damages including, without limitation, expenses

incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care ser-

vices, for transportation or for related expenses, or for

rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted prod-

uct. (Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of

incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion

or limitation 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 the 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 use or misuse or inability to use the product.

This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than

the original purchaser or original lessee.

How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This

limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may

also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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