How to Start and Operate Cub Cadet XT1 LT 46 lawn tractor

[@Acebo222]

This is perfect! I moved in to be my mom's remodeler/caregiver and her handyman just left, so mowing is now up to me! I didn't even know how to start the thing and now I feel like I can do everything I need. Thank you!!!

[@JulianNaremore]

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[@zephirinedrouhin3735]

Thank you so much! My husband passed away and I need to take over the mowing. I always enjoyed mowing the lawn when I was younger and was use to my Dad’s old Simplicity. Anyway, thank you for getting right to it and explaining everything so well, God bless you.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad this video was helpful and thank you for the kind comment.

[@lindadeluca9075]

Same thing happened to me.

[@zephirinedrouhin3735]

@@lindadeluca9075 I’m so sorry. All I can say is my strength only comes from God. I trust Him and I know I couldn’t have handled everything without Him in my life. Please take care.

[@helenharper1252]

Awesome video ... extremely helpful. I’m an older woman and I greatly appreciate your help. God bless you. I will watch your video as a refresher. Thanks again lord for this young man’s help.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind words

[@lindadeluca9075]

You showed me some very simple but relevant information that my husband left out when he told me how to run the mower and he did not have the manual available for me at the time. So Thank you very much. Hope he is looking down from heaven with a smile on his face.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

My condolences and I’m sure he is! :) I’m glad it was helpful. Thank you for the kind comment.

[@WandaJacksonTN]

My Cub Cadet did not come with a manual. It came with a single cheat sheet. You have to download the manual

[@NubianP6]

My son and I JUST finished setting up our new Cub Cadet (had a heck of a time getting it off of the pallet😩) and then I found your video. I’ve never driven a riding mower before, which is crazy, because I’ve actually driven tracks while in the military, but didn’t know how to operate a riding mower. 😂 I’ve literally been riding around with your video on my phone in the space above the stirring wheel, stopping to play each new “lesson”, and then try it out. This video has been *EXTREMELY* helpful, and I truly appreciate it! I think I know what I’m doing now. 👍🏽😊

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Wow, sent to you to uncrate then put together!? I’m glad putting it together was ok and glad your getting the grass cut now! Thank you for the kind comment and letting me know how it went:) I’m glad this video was helpful!

[@NubianP6]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines yes, believe it or not, the first one I received was fully assembled when delivered, but I actually sent it BACK to request one that was crated, because the one that showed up had a very dingy seat. and a lot of scrapes and scuffs all over after being on display outside the store. It may seem silly, but since this was my first time buying a riding mower (I usually have someone do my yard every other week), I really wanted it to be brand-spanking new, with no dingy butt marks. 😂 So I had to arrange for HD to pick it up, and then I had to coordinate to ensure that I received a crated mower as opposed to another one from the store, especially since the manager of my local store doesn’t allow them to sell crated items. It took an extra 3 weeks between them refunding the purchase (the only way they would do it), and then sending one in a crate, but it arrived, and even now, my garage still smells like new leather! 😁 Thanks again!

[@teresaannechadwell6280]

No problem, you are a life saver. Im headed out today to cut my over grown lawn, lol. People must think my property is abandoned. I’m ashamed of the way it looks. We’ve had massive rain, and the grass grows like a weed. My next move if I failed was to have Home Depot come out and show me how dumb I am. You saved me!!

[@raochukkapalli9258]

Simple, Straight forward and excellent presentation to the point.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you. I’m glad it was helpful:)

[@donhollomon730]

This walk through is quick, concise, and covers all the things you were wondering about, most of them are safety related. No, the battery is not dead....

[@jonathanodell7726]

Excellent video man. Simple, short, and straight to the point!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment! Please give this video a like and share my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated!

[@reedaerbentraut3816]

Became a widow not long ago. Just got a Cub. Extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

My condolences to you and your family. I'm glad this was helpful.

[@colleenbaker2310]

Thank you for this video. My husband passed away recently. He bought the 42" Cub Cadet last year and now it's time to winterize it. I found out how to do that but had no clue how to even start the mower. Now I can finish winterizing. Thanks again.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

My condolences. Im glad it was helpful. Take care.

[@teresaannechadwell6280]

I bought my lawn mower a year ago and started it once. Tried and tried and couldn’t start it until I saw your KZbin channel. Thank you very much! I just mowed my back yard, lol. Thanks again, I appreciate your teaching an old dog new tricks!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Glad to hear. Thank you for sharing and the kind comment.

[@stacyharbin8172]

Thank you so much! I just bought this in a 42” and haven’t even attempted to drive it yet. It is completely different from my very old Craftsman. Your video told me exactly how to operate it.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thank you for watching and the kind comment!

[@Yukonzdad]

Thank you so much for a straightforward, simple & accurate video! 6 stars!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thank you for watching and the kind comment!

[@ozcavazos]

The best walkthrough of the cub cadet mower! Thanks 👊🏼

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad this was helpful and thank you for the kind comment, Please give this video a like, subscribe and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching!

[@xIR1SHBL00Dx]

Not everyone has a dad willing to teach you stuff so thank you for showing me how to do it and it was easy 😊

[@Bobby-zo6gz]

I appreciate your quick and thorough rundown. Perfect. Thank you.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching:)

[@mannybanda7702]

This is my second time using this video while house sitting while my friends are on vacation in two years! Thanks a bunch for helping us clueless people

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you for watching and the kind comment. I’m glad it was helpful twice :)

[@xionl1350]

I never knew about the choke control i just thought the rabbit was the highest one. I always had hard times starting rider in the cold. Always said it was low battery. Tried it today and fires right up in 40 degree weather. Thanks for the great videos.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Yes, choke is important!! On start up. It should fire up much better from now on. I’m glad you found this video and it was helpful. Thank you for sharing and the kind comment. Please give this video a like and share my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated!

[@sidneyrepp6492]

I just bought a used mower and could not get it to start. Watched this video and realized I didn’t have the choke all the way up. Thank you!!! Also, had no idea why my reverse wasn’t working, but I do now. This video was a huge help!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Sidney, I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. The reverse button on the cub cadet tractors is ridiculous but most ride on lawn tractors now have something like it. Please give this video a like, subscribe and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for watching.

[@JoeJones-xl5eo]

All the time I took reading the owner manual and still couldn’t get it started,thanks to you I’m good to go now!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Joe, I’m glad you found this and your on your way! Thank you for watching and the kind comment:)

[@chrismojica9404]

Thank you SO MUCH for this video! Our mower was delivered by HD and I thought we would get a very basic demo but nothing. Thank you! this was very helpful.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment!

[@rosaliemax1]

Hey appreciate the video, my dad in his 70s bought this from home depot. He has a few acres. Old cub cadet dead, I am gonna end up cutting grass now with it too. But Home Depot just drops it off so this video helped a lot! Didn’t wanna just leave after watching without letting you know it helped me❤️👍

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad this was helpful! Thank you for watching and the kind comment!

[@stanthornton3121]

GREAT TUTORIAL!!! Your presentation is right on target! Phenomenal presentation!! Much appreciated!!!😊

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@TheMontwoodMakerCompany]

I recently inherited this same mower. Great video, very informative for a guy who's never used a riding mower before. Thanks for your time!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thank you for the kind comment. Good luck with your new endeavor into a lawn tractor!!

[@mttaylor129]

I couldn’t remember how to start and operate it, as I have rarely used it since buying it used. This was the ONLY video that covered the whole process, clearly and thoroughly, so my neighbor or I could start using it. THANK YOU!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad this video was helpful and your up and running. Please give this video a thumbs up to help my channel. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@WholeFoodPlantPeople]

That was me. Stepping on gas wondering why it wasn't going. Thanks for the tip on the rod in the back!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Lol, at least you figured it out!!. thank you for watching in the kind comment. Please give this video a like and share my channel with your friends to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated.

[@louben1000]

Needed to move my sister-in-law's and sad to say was clueless on how to operate! Your video was spot on. Thanks for the information.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@antonioprado4816]

I just had Sears Home Services repair mine here in Newark, Delaware. I put in a new battery, and Sears installed a new starter solenoid and a new carburetor. I had not used it in six years and I forgot how to drive it! Your video tutorial got me back up to speed. Thank you.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Antonio, I’m glad it was helpful. Please give this video a thumbs up to help my channel and tell your friends!

[@garykenoshmeg7684]

Great video, it definitely saved me the cost of taking it in for servicing. I just bought it new last year and couldn't get it started. After watching your video, I discovered I was not putting the throttle up into the choke position, doh! I also learned about being able to put in in reverse with the mower deck down and how to disengage the transmission in case I ever needed to push it. Thanks again!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Gary, I’m glad it was helpful and you have learn a few more tips on operating your year old machine. Please give this video a like, subscribe and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching and the kind comment.

[@layladee07]

I have watched SO MANY cub cadet videos, this by far is the best. Simple and straight to the point. Thank you!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a like, subscribe and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching :)

[@SlimeisLife54]

Why is the starting so satisfying?

[@jakecamp12]

Thank you for this, I just bought the 42" model of this and the materials that come with this are terrible. This just gave me a great starting point.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad this was helpful and it may be a little different but like you said a good starting point. If you have any questions I may be able to help or when I get a 42 inch model and I will perform a how to operate. By then, though you will be a novice Lol

[@bikesnkarts4466]

Great video! Helped me start my Grandma and Grandpa's new tractor!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful, thank you for the kind comment. Please click on the thumbs up button and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated.

[@BrianR-ML]

Thanks for that fast and easy tutorial. Love it man. Big Thanks from Canada ❤

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thank you for watching and the kind comment

[@BrianR-ML]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Because of your help today, I was able to go on the fast track and by this minute, I've just finished my 28 000 square feet lawn. Thank you 😉👍

[@davidmiller67]

Excellent Video. Bought this at Home Depot. No instruction from them at all. The manual is very confusing. This video makes it simple. Thanks

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks, I’m glad it was helpful :)

[@corporal2011]

I just purchased this exact mower Saturday May 6th. This video was very straight forward for what I wanted to know, and even a few things I didn't know. Thank you for this very helpful video.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@corporal2011]

@Johnson's Small Engines already liked and will take care of subscribing and sharing.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you for supporting the channel’

[@corporal2011]

@Johnson's Small Engines yes indeed, I enjoy supporting channels like this that produce helpful decent content instead of alot of the garbage out today..

[@leahcoker6456]

Thanks so much! Just bought this same mower and needed a how to! Yes I feel I can do this because of you!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Leah, I’m glad this was helpful. Just take your time and you will be fine!

[@chericdesigns]

So helpful! I just bought a new XT1 LT 46 23 HP riding lawn tractor and was feeling a bit intimidated by the operators manual but this quick video was very helpful. I haven't been on a riding mower since I was a teen some 40 years ago and they have changed a little. Thank you so much!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful. Thank you Cheri for the kind comment. Please click the thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated.

[@chericdesigns]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines I already did both! Thanks and God bless!

[@razr199]

Thanks bud. My dad bought 1 last year and we always forget about the gadgets.

[@rtristan82]

Thanks for the info just got mine delivered yesterday ! Great explanation.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment.

[@teresacosper1263]

Thank You. I mowed my yard for the first time thanks to your video.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad this video was helpful!

[@clues5]

you saved the day. thanks very much for this video. mine is brand new and I will know how to start it. you’re terrific for posting the perfect video!💕

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful! Thank you for the kind comment and supporting my channel!

[@AuntC]

An additional item that would add to your great video is about the transmission bypass lever in the back. It took us 20 minutes to figure out why our tractor wouldn't go forward or backward.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

You must have skipped this, 5:00. and 5:25

[@pyromaniac4220]

This video saved me I thought something was wrong with mine . Nope just didn't have the choke up all the way lol crises averted. Thanks

[@MD-cs4js]

Thanks a lot I didn't know the choke moves past a notch and my mower was hard to start. Very helpful.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad this video was helpful and thank you for commenting. Please give this a like and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciate:) Thank you for watching!

[@jackiepuppet9289]

I just got this mower yesterday and this video was very helpful. Thank you!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a like to help the channel. Thank you for watching!

[@alexandrah.7429]

Thank you this was very helpful and informative. This Video is very useful and even i have this mower for years, i finally learned how to use the reverse button lol. I love about this video that it is straight forward and not all this boring talking around like most other videos do. I watched this video because my mower was not starting and in all those years i never ever used the choke funktion. I did not even know about it. I was wondering about the sign (didn't knew what it ment) but since the shift thingy has a stop before it i never thought of pushing it with a little force. It always started to now. This Spring was the first time it didn't wanted to come on. Hitting the choke funktion it came right on. Thank you again

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@hatchhermit77]

Great video! I didn't want to read how to run the mower and this was perfect! Much obliged, sir.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@jimmys3853]

Awesome tutorial my good man! Thanks. Way faster and more informative than the Operators Manual. My first Cub after 20 years on a Husq. Cheers!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful. Good luck with the new machine. Please give this video the thumbs up to help my channel and tell your friends. Thank you for watching! Take care :)

[@cathyfeatherstone7126]

Thank You!! Thank You!! Thank You for going over how to operate the Cub Cadet! It was so helpful!!! Blessings!!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful:)

[@katherynhayes7470]

Thanks for the video. I had a lot of trouble getting my mower to start now i think i know exactly what to do.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I hope you got it going? ! Thanks for watching:)

[@amandablack6345]

You taught me 2 things I didn't know and I've had this mower for over a year

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad this video was helpful:) I always say, “I learn something new every day “ today was your turn. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@richardeinheuser5529]

Thank you. Much better than reading directions.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful:)

[@Chris-uo3uk]

Love the video! Our new 46" Cub Cadet riding mower throttle stays wide open. There's no middle. Any suggestions?

[@midgette11]

I used it for the 2nd time this morning and it is an awesome machine.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Glad to hear, you like your machine!

[@davidarkinian2393]

Brad Thanks love the channel. We just bought the XT1

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi David, Iim glad this video was helpful! Congratulations on the new machine. What engine model do you have? I’m just curious.

[@sweetiepie3259]

Thank you so much!!!! This is extremely beneficial and very easy to understand!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a like, subscribe and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for watching:)

[@maximummartialartsAZ]

Great presentation! I just purchased this model and your video was very helpful. Thanks again!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this a like and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for watching

[@CreativeSoulTV]

Thank you for the tutorial, I just got this mower and your video was very helpful.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful, thank you for the kind comment.

[@genevievecadet4956]

Great video and straight to the point ❤thank you

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@coontune]

Just picked one of these up I think a new model but thank you very much sir.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Here is the newest that I have on the Cub Cadet. kzbin.info/www/bejne/poitaWd8mrqksM0.

[@coontune]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines hell yeah thank you!

[@CharlesMilton]

Thank you for this encouraging description; concise and very useful. I am new to the world of rider mowers but now we have 4x to 5x there lawn that we had in SoCal (here in Knoxville). I hadn't started it for about 3 months and my 77 year old brain was struggling to remember, oh yeah, the clutch and the brake. Thank you, thank you! The battery was low so I had to put it on our charger/engine start to give it enough juice but even with that there is one thing you left out of your presentation... I started yelling, "come on, come on, come on". That yelling along with your pointers makes me look like I know what I am doing because she started right up but only after I yelled at her. For what it is worth I am now subscribed and grateful. Charles Milton Google Guide Level 9 One of to in the world with almost 1/2 billion views on my contributions to Google Maps (Just bragging a little... I guess I am an insecure old man).

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it all went well and thank you for the entertaining comment! LOL. Thank you for watching, commenting and supporting my channel.

[@aaaaasashaaaaaa]

Watched this last year and watching again 😂 just like riding a bike

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you for choosing my video every year!!

[@ShannonBarracato]

Thank you! Great video simplifying everything. 😊

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a like and share my channel with your friends to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for watching:)

[@timsargent7647]

Great job Brad.. clear concise tutorial.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you! I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give us a video of like, subscribe if you haven’t yet and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for washing:)

[@dobermanguy9437]

I have the same brand new lt46 is you here's the problem at times when the mowers in the garage I try to start it up it doesn't start right away being here in Florida when it's 95 degrees outside I decide will I probably don't need to choke finally when I do get it started it starts no problem when it's warmed up I'm using ethanol free fuel I hear that's the best for these type of mowers a little more money but to me it's worth it you seem very knowledgeable with this machine so what's your opinion on this great video by the way

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

You may be correct about the choke. Normally you only need the choke on start up. Only leave the choke on for a couple of seconds and if the engine doesn’t start, take the choke off. OR as you tried, start the engine without choke and see if it will start. In time you will figure out the easiest way to start your engine.

[@dorota486]

Very informative, the best tutorial on that topic, appreciate it!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful! and thank you for the kind comment :)

[@clues5]

The very best, easy to understand videos!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you !

[@redimidollc]

Man, straight to the point . Thank you!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad it was helpful. Please give this video a thumbs up and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching.

[@lotr-ral-3332]

So helpful..! try starting my 1 yold xt1 and it wouldn't start. I guess i forgot about the choke! thanks for sharing!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a like and tell your friends to help my channel grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching.

[@kkobwatchin]

What about the click switch under the seat (it's green and you can see it for a sec just as you start to talk about adjusting the seat). Does that have to be engaged by sitting or pressure to start? Excellent video.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Yes, there is a seat switch but you must have have the emergency brake in the engaged position to start the tractor. You would normally be sitting on the seat to start the tractor. The seats which is there when you’re running the mower deck if you get up the engine will shut off.

[@beckyalbertson3948]

Thank you! This was exactly what I needed.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@cindycaradine6403]

Thank you. You answered all the questions I had. Great presentation

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching, please give this video a thumbs up, subscribe and tell your friends to help my channel grow:)

[@Thomaskbird]

Great video!!! I just got one of these mowers and this was very helpful!!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful. Please give this video a thumbs up, subscribe and share my channel with your friends to help it grow! It would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for watching:).

[@woodyg1471]

Outstanding video exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Woody, I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. Please give this video a like, subscribe and tell your friends about the channel to help it grow. it would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for watching.

[@kylesalter7051]

Great job explaining everything!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching and the kind comment.

[@elvis4aaron]

Perfect instructions. Thank you!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment!

[@davidarkinian2393]

Hi all I just got this exact mower. When we engage the blades at full engine speed it makes a very loud squeal. Noticed you had it on Med./ Half throttle when u engaged blades. Is this the best for the clutch and belt longevity? Thanks awesome vid!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Yes

[@dsavageaverage]

Very helpful. Started right up. Thank you

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@razminka.7522]

Excellent video! Is this model prone to losing its belt?

[@larry5745]

Thanks for the tutorial, told my dad I’d mow the lawn and forgot to ask how I turn it on Lmao

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

LOL, I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment.

[@davidthegroomer]

Thanks for this ! I just bought one and couldn’t get it started

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful!

[@Art-jl6pt]

Hi- thank you- my question is that I wish you showed the push button cruise control- I just ordered today-hope you playlist all related repairs videos for this model please post

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

The model in this video does not have cruise control.

[@daddylogan]

I just bought one and had an issue. First it got delivered with a dead battery and no gas. Ok...so i charged the battery overnight and filled it with gas and checked oil. Started it up as per procedure and all seemed fine...until I disengaged the brake/clutch and the tractor dies. Did this over and over with the same result. (deck in up position...no blades engaged BTW). So my mind went straight to the seat sensor as I weigh only about 153. Pulled the sensor out and physically held the button in while my friend started the mower and it still did the same thing and the engine died...so it is not the seat sensor. They are replacing it with a new one tomorrow but I am curious as to what could have caused this in your opinion? Great video for beginners BTW...nice job!!!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I have come across the safety control module goes bad. It is the ignition assemble with the reverse button. It is a all in one unit and I have seen them go bad if the machine was left outside uncovered like you would see in front of the big box stores. Tractor Supply, The Home Depot and lowes.

[@KaylaHussar]

I accidentally left the choke up past the detent and cut for about 25 mins…wish I would’ve saw your video first but I had a short window of time to cut the first time this season and my mind was all over the place with remembering how to operate it from last year (bought it July 2022 and only used it about 4 times last year)…the tractor smoked the entire time and consumed over a gallon of gas. Do you think I damaged anything by doing this? 😢

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

The only thing that I can think of would be spark plugs fouling out but if they did, the engine would have stopped running. You should be ok.

[@racketyjack7621]

Thinking about buying one of these. I did hear however that the blade spindle was plastic and didnt last very long. Is there a heavier duty replacement/upgrade for this part?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I never heard of a blade spindle that is plastic.

[@drucilliadimiglio]

Thank you , just bought one !

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful. Have fun with the new machine! Remember to maintain it regularly:) Thank you for watching and the kind comment!

[@joymagnah4854]

Great video, answered all my questions!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful, thanks for watching

[@WandaJacksonTN]

Excellent video! Thanks so much!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@sosyuka]

Great and simple tutorial. How do I turn the lights on the tractor?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

The lights should come on automatically when machine is started and is running.

[@Eclectic_RN]

I have my XT1 at a 2nd home. I went about 3 weeks w/out mowing and found the battery dead. Any ideas why? Is there a headlight switch that I might have left on? Also how in heck do you remove that wire battery holder, I did it but, what a pain, there must be a trick.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

A few reason why lawn tractor batteries fail, (1)Low quality, my opinion any battery under 275CCA "Cold Cranking Amps" may not last long. (2) I give lawn and garden acid filled battery life 3 to 5 years. 3 years if you do not trickle charge them in the off season and up to 5 years or more if you keep the charge up using a trickle charger in the off season (3) Battery is old? As far as getting the battery out, yes, it is tricky to get the metal hold down off. I made a video on it a few years ago. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp-Wl5WHbZx9bdE

[@sniper4204]

Quick question, the first start up ever and I engaged to cut a little grass to test it out and I smelled burning rubber after shutting down. Is that normal coming straight from the factory?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

That’s not good but I do not know the conditions you are cutting? Was the throttle at full speed?(it should be when cutting grass). How high was the grass? How low is the mower deck height set? I would definitely look to see if your mower deck belt is running correctly and there is nothing caught under the deck. If you smell rubber and see white smoke, there is a issue. I cannot confirm any of this without seeing the machine. I’m just telling you my opinion on your comment.

[@thedigitalpathfinder9743]

Thanks for the awesome vid , Brad. I just acquired an XT1 46” from the previous owner of the house we moved into. My first time on it today and the blades won’t engage. I followed all your steps perfectly but it still won’t cut grass. Do you happen to have any troubleshooting tips for me?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Sounds like a belt has come off somewhere around mower deck pulleys??

[@zincman1995]

Question: I have an older but the same unit as yours. It's really been an excellent mower in the past. Problem: Why does the engine bog down now as I engage the blades. The rpm's will gradually speed back up after engaged, what's the problem ? Thanks

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Impossible to know that answer, as there are many that it could be from low engine oil? Or a pulley going bad to the belt coming off of a pulley or is off on the mower deck to the engine governor. A dirty air filter to a clogged mower deck. Too many to list without seeing the machine. if it is a twin cylinder engine, you could have one side, not operating as it should. I would check all of the easiest first clean mower deck underneath. Make sure the blades are freely, spinning. Make sure all your pulleys and idlers are OK and spinning freely on the mower deck.

[@zincman1995]

Ok thanks, I'll start checking@@JohnsonsSmallEngines

[@Harold1902]

Did the tractor come with oil or do you have to buy that separate?

[@Rick-ky4yp]

He did an excellent job explaining everything

[@jeffreybernard5034]

Very helpful video Brad.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks Jeffrey, I'm glad it was helpful.

[@danielkermick4674]

Just got the mower a couple days ago. Thank you for your help! Question: To engage the parking brake do you have to hold the lever down? I can't get it to engage and I don't know what I'm doing wrong. That and I think the same lever does crusie control?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Push the brake pedal all the way down then push the black E-brake down and hold it there, then let up on the brake pedal while still holding down the E-brake, then let go of E-brake handle. Now your E-brake should be on.

[@anonymousf454]

Just bought one of these used. The throttle cable looks like it moves the govenor, bit the engin does not rev or decrease when i move the throttle....Im just stuck on one RPM setting....its weird.