User manual MTD LT1024

[. . . ] Operator’s Manual SERIES 1000 Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor Model LT1024 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered 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). A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P. O. [. . . ] See Figure 6. Brake Pedal 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. 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. • Drive Pedal 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. 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. 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). 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. 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. 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. 14 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. Front View PTO Top View ON OFF ON OFF 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. Hydrostatic Bypass Rod 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. [. . . ] 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. 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. 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 purchased 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 disaster. [. . . ]