Cub Cadet LT1018 Manuale Utente

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Place a block of wood between the center deck 
housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a 
stabilizer. See Figure 16.

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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.

 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. 

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. 

Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade 

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

The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid 
levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added.

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Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean 
and free of corrosive build-up.

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After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a 
light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both 
terminals 

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Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the 
positive terminal to prevent shorting.

 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.

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.

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Connect positive (+) cable to positive post (+) of 
your tractor’s  discharged battery.

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Connect the other end of the cable to the (positive 
+) post of the jumper battery.

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Connect the second cable (negative –) to the other 
post of the jumper battery.

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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.

 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.

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Refer to the instructions on page 13 to start the 
tractor . 

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Set the tractor’s p[arking brake before removing the  
jumper cables, in reverse order of connection.

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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.

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.

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.