Cub Cadet LT1042 User Manual

SECTION11: TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble
Engine fails to start
Engine runs erratic
Possible Cause(s)
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.
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.
Engine overheats Engine oil level low.
Air flow restricted.
Engine hesitates at high RPM Spark plug gap too close.
Idles poorly Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too
wide.
Dirty air cleaner.
Excessive vibration
Mower will not mulch grass
Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.
Damaged or bent cutting blade.
Engine speed too low.
Wet grass.
Excessively high grass.
Dull blade.
Uneven cut Deck not balanced properly.
Dull blade.
Uneven tire pressure.
Corrective Action
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.
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.
Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight of oil.
Clean grass clippings and debris from around the
engine's cooling fins and blower housing.
Remove spark plug and reset the gap.
Replace spark plug. Set plug gap.
Replace air cleaner cartridge/element or clean
pre-cleaner.
Tighten blade and spindle. Balance blade.
Replace 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.
Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.
Sharpen or replace blade.
Check tire pressure in all four tires.
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Cub Cadet LT1042 Specifications

General

Style	Tractor
Color	Yellow
Cutting Width	-
Cutting Height	-
Cutting Method	Optional Side Discharge
Number of Blades	-
Drive System	Rear Wheel Drive
Case Size: U1R	12V
Noise Level	-
Features	Cruise Control
Accessories	-
Motor / Engine Model	Kohler Courage SV590
Power Output	-
Cylinders	1
Generator	-
Power / Fuel Type	Gasoline
Fuel Tank Volume	13.2 liters (3.5 US gal.; 2.9 Imp. gal)
SAE 5W30 (below 32°F/0°C)	SG or SL
w/o Filter: 44 oz. (1	1.5 L (1.59 US. qt

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	1730 mm
Height	1090 mm
Width	1143 mm
Net Weight	226 kg