Cub Cadet LTX 1040 User Manual

Deck Lift Lever

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.
Ignition Switch Module
Never
leave a running
machine unattended.
Always disengage

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  position once
the engine has fired.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the

CAUTION: 
both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The

detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch
Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE
.
Drive Pedal
The drive pedal is located on the right side

the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor
to travel forward. Ground speed is also
controlled with the drive pedal. The further
forward that the pedal is pivoted, the faster
the tractor will travel. The pedal will return to

Shift Lever

from Forward, Reverse and Neutral.
Systems Indicator Monitor /
Hour Meter LCD
When the ignition key is rotated out of

position, the systems indicator monitor

its LCD for approximately five seconds,
after which it displays an hour glass and the

is started, the monitor continually displays an hour glass and the
hours of tractor operation on its LCD.
NOTE: 

whether the engine is started.
The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator of
maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil. The LCD will

minutes, after every 50 hours of recorded operation elapse. The



this maintenance interval. Before the interval expires, change
the engine oil as instructed in the Maintenance section of this

Brake
If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the

PTO (Blade Engage)


Oil


while the engine is running, stop the tractor immediately and

Battery
It is normal for the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is

while the engine is running, the battery is in need of a charge

amperage. Charge the battery as instructed in the Service
section of this manual or have the charging system checked by
your Cub Cadet dealer.
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Cub Cadet LTX 1040 Specifications

General

Brand	Cub Cadet
Model	LTX 1040
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English