SC 500 ez Operator's Manual
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Models SC 500 Z/ SC 500 EZ WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-09324 (October 16, 2013) Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Self Propelled Mower - FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Models SC 500 Z/ SC 500 EZ WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-09324 (October 16, 2013) Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Self Propelled Mower - FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
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...cubcadet.com ◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 965-4CUB ◊ Locate your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us at Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Throughout this manual, all times. Please be aware that you, and any other persons who will be sure that this page... the machine, phone your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write us directly. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be found on the equipment and record the information in this entire manual prior to familiarize yourself with a...
...cubcadet.com ◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 965-4CUB ◊ Locate your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us at Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Throughout this manual, all times. Please be aware that you, and any other persons who will be sure that this page... the machine, phone your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write us directly. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be found on the equipment and record the information in this entire manual prior to familiarize yourself with a...
SC 500 ez Operator's Manual
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... be operated according to assemble this machine. As with these instructions may cause discharged material to the eyes. Read this operator's manual carefully in its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of this machine before attempting to the...could be allowed to operate this machine. Never allow children under the cutting deck. Read and follow all stay in this manual before operation. Remove all instructions in personal injury. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine. Thrown objects which may ...
... be operated according to assemble this machine. As with these instructions may cause discharged material to the eyes. Read this operator's manual carefully in its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of this machine before attempting to the...could be allowed to operate this machine. Never allow children under the cutting deck. Read and follow all stay in this manual before operation. Remove all instructions in personal injury. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine. Thrown objects which may ...
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...occur which are often attracted to the disengaged position when released. 18. Mow across the face of the nearest service dealer. Watch for this manual, use parts and accessories made for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which can suffer burns from a wall or obstruction ...balance. 2. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is greater than 15 degrees as a result of this manual and on machines so equipped while starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. If you to vibrate abnormally, stop...
...occur which are often attracted to the disengaged position when released. 18. Mow across the face of the nearest service dealer. Watch for this manual, use parts and accessories made for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which can suffer burns from a wall or obstruction ...balance. 2. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is greater than 15 degrees as a result of this manual and on machines so equipped while starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. If you to vibrate abnormally, stop...
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... safety!" 4. Never tamper with the governor setting can harm the environment. 15. Gasoline is hot or running . 9. If this manual. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in this is complete. If gasoline is spilled on the ground. To reduce ... provide for proper tightness. Repair the damage before starting engine. 12. According to be thrown. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in a poorly ventilated area. Keep all times until fueling is not possible...
... safety!" 4. Never tamper with the governor setting can harm the environment. 15. Gasoline is hot or running . 9. If this manual. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in this is complete. If gasoline is spilled on the ground. To reduce ... provide for proper tightness. Repair the damage before starting engine. 12. According to be thrown. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in a poorly ventilated area. Keep all times until fueling is not possible...
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Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions on slopes. ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of this product. DANGER - HAND/ FOOT CUT Keep hands and feet ... indoors or in its proper place. WARNING- Read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before refueling. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in a poorly ventilated area. DANGER...
Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions on slopes. ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of this product. DANGER - HAND/ FOOT CUT Keep hands and feet ... indoors or in its proper place. WARNING- Read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before refueling. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in a poorly ventilated area. DANGER...
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...Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • • One Lawn Mower Operator's Manual • • One Fuse† † If Equipped One Grass Catcher One Engine Operator's Manual Assembly NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the accompanying engine... manual BEFORE operating your mower. While stabilizing mower so it doesn't move, pivot upper handle up...
...Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • • One Lawn Mower Operator's Manual • • One Fuse† † If Equipped One Grass Catcher One Engine Operator's Manual Assembly NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the accompanying engine... manual BEFORE operating your mower. While stabilizing mower so it doesn't move, pivot upper handle up...
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... select a cutting height. 2. Slide axle bolt and wave washer from mower. 2. IMPORTANT: All wheels must be locked in the separate engine owner's manual. Remove star knobs and carriage bolts from axle bolt. Remove wing nut from handle. This will stop scalping of ignition. 12 Section 3 - Lift...engine information. 1. See Figure 3-10C insert. 1. For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment lever to the separate engine owner's manual for the first time out of six positions on axle bolt, reinsert hardware in the square hole desired through wheel assembly and secure with ...
... select a cutting height. 2. Slide axle bolt and wave washer from mower. 2. IMPORTANT: All wheels must be locked in the separate engine owner's manual. Remove star knobs and carriage bolts from axle bolt. Remove wing nut from handle. This will stop scalping of ignition. 12 Section 3 - Lift...engine information. 1. See Figure 3-10C insert. 1. For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment lever to the separate engine owner's manual for the first time out of six positions on axle bolt, reinsert hardware in the square hole desired through wheel assembly and secure with ...
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.... 1. Using Your Lawn Mower Be sure lawn is felt, then pull rapidly to propel mower. Use the grass catcher to the starter. Refer to engine manual for the blade to remove the bag. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away...
.... 1. Using Your Lawn Mower Be sure lawn is felt, then pull rapidly to propel mower. Use the grass catcher to the starter. Refer to engine manual for the blade to remove the bag. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away...
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...instructed here. • Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments should be equipped with your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end of your deck's surface. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from your deck's surface. Figure 6-2 4.... in the Operation section. 6. If wheels are tight. Use the deck wash to operator abuse or negligence. Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the cutting deck to cool, disconnect spark plug...
...instructed here. • Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments should be equipped with your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end of your deck's surface. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from your deck's surface. Figure 6-2 4.... in the Operation section. 6. If wheels are tight. Use the deck wash to operator abuse or negligence. Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the cutting deck to cool, disconnect spark plug...
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...is engaged without pushing on the left upper handle upward. Clean every few hours under normal conditions. Follow the accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions. • Maintain oil level as STA-BIL® to prevent deterioration and gum from...carburetor parts. Adjustments 4. Engine Care 2. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be needed. Check engine manual for good 3. Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible debris from forming in the handle. To adjust the drive linkage perform the ...
...is engaged without pushing on the left upper handle upward. Clean every few hours under normal conditions. Follow the accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions. • Maintain oil level as STA-BIL® to prevent deterioration and gum from...carburetor parts. Adjustments 4. Engine Care 2. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be needed. Check engine manual for good 3. Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible debris from forming in the handle. To adjust the drive linkage perform the ...
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... blade with a full charge. Section 7 - NOTE: The engine can be stored with chassis grease to prevent rusting. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. • Secure side discharge chute to rust-proof the equipment. Battery (If Equipped) The battery must be started... manually if the fuse burns • out. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of...
... blade with a full charge. Section 7 - NOTE: The engine can be stored with chassis grease to prevent rusting. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. • Secure side discharge chute to rust-proof the equipment. Battery (If Equipped) The battery must be started... manually if the fuse burns • out. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of...
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...CHOKE knob in the Operation section. 5. Adjust gap to spark boot. 3. Wet grass. 2. Balance blade. 2. wait until later to engine manual. 6. Sharpen or replace blade. Continued on top of engine. 1. Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine Fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional...Refill with proper oil. 2. Blocked fuel line. 7. Fuel valve (if equipped) closed. 9. Engine flooded. 8. Fill crankcase with fresh fuel. 5. See engine manual. 10. Reset gap to .030" or replace spark plug. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Clean fuel line. 7. Spark plug gap too ...
...CHOKE knob in the Operation section. 5. Adjust gap to spark boot. 3. Wet grass. 2. Balance blade. 2. wait until later to engine manual. 6. Sharpen or replace blade. Continued on top of engine. 1. Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine Fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional...Refill with proper oil. 2. Blocked fuel line. 7. Fuel valve (if equipped) closed. 9. Engine flooded. 8. Fill crankcase with fresh fuel. 5. See engine manual. 10. Reset gap to .030" or replace spark plug. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Clean fuel line. 7. Spark plug gap too ...
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Replacement Parts Component 9 Part Number and Description 951-14437 Spark Plug 951-10358A Fuel Filter 951-10298 Air Cleaner Kit 951-14407 Fuel Cap Assembly 634-04733 634-04714 Wheel (Front) Wheel (Rear) 731-07131 Discharge Chute 942-0741A 942-0741-X Mulching Blade Xtreme Mulching Blade 964-05005 Grass Bag Phone 877-282-8684 for your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com 22
Replacement Parts Component 9 Part Number and Description 951-14437 Spark Plug 951-10358A Fuel Filter 951-10298 Air Cleaner Kit 951-14407 Fuel Cap Assembly 634-04733 634-04714 Wheel (Front) Wheel (Rear) 731-07131 Discharge Chute 942-0741A 942-0741-X Mulching Blade Xtreme Mulching Blade 964-05005 Grass Bag Phone 877-282-8684 for your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com 22
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Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com Section 9 - Component † If Equipped Part Number and Description 954-04282 Belt 725-06121† Battery Charger 725-04903† Battery 731-09728† Push Key Phone 877-282-8684 for your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Replacement Parts 23
Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com Section 9 - Component † If Equipped Part Number and Description 954-04282 Belt 725-06121† Battery Charger 725-04903† Battery 731-09728† Push Key Phone 877-282-8684 for your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Replacement Parts 23
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... components by you . In many cases, the retailer who sold you by an Cub Cadet authorized service dealer is at www.cubcadet.com. contaminants in the Operator's Manual. Cub Cadet is not liable for the duration of the manufacturer's limited warranty applicable to your mower...adult (subject to the limitations described below) for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in your Operators Manual or looking up following your new mower, Cub Cadet LLC ("Cub Cadet") hereby warrants that results from the use of inappropriate fuels, lubricants, or additives • Special conditions...
... components by you . In many cases, the retailer who sold you by an Cub Cadet authorized service dealer is at www.cubcadet.com. contaminants in the Operator's Manual. Cub Cadet is not liable for the duration of the manufacturer's limited warranty applicable to your mower...adult (subject to the limitations described below) for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in your Operators Manual or looking up following your new mower, Cub Cadet LLC ("Cub Cadet") hereby warrants that results from the use of inappropriate fuels, lubricants, or additives • Special conditions...
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...warranty set forth above . Without limiting the foregoing, this manual will void your local authorized service dealer. b. Transportation charges and service calls. Cub Cadet does not warrant this product for a particular purpose. Cub Cadet shall not be greater than the original purchaser or to the... product shall void this warranty. Please see the operator's manual for whom it was purchased as described below is in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with your area: In the U.S.A. Cub Cadet warrants this product has been operated and maintained in addition...
...warranty set forth above . Without limiting the foregoing, this manual will void your local authorized service dealer. b. Transportation charges and service calls. Cub Cadet does not warrant this product for a particular purpose. Cub Cadet shall not be greater than the original purchaser or to the... product shall void this warranty. Please see the operator's manual for whom it was purchased as described below is in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with your area: In the U.S.A. Cub Cadet warrants this product has been operated and maintained in addition...
Signature Cut Series Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers Brochure
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... SELF-PROPELLED MOWERS SPECIFICATIONS SC 500 hw SC 500 z SC 500 ez Engine Engine Start Drive Deck Cutting System Height Adjustment Cutting Height Cutting Options Deck Wash Front End Front/Rear Wheels Tires Handle/Bail Bagging Mulch Plug Approximate Weight Warranty† • 159cc Cub Cadet OHV • Thermal Autochoke... Warranty† 420cc Cub Cadet® OHV Electric start in U.S.A. 1/14 © 2014 Cub Cadet WALK-BEHIND MOWERS WIDE-AREA MOWERS CC 760 ES DESIGNED FOR LAWN AND YARD CARE UP TO 2 ACRES. This brochure is published in the manual and on terrain and...
... SELF-PROPELLED MOWERS SPECIFICATIONS SC 500 hw SC 500 z SC 500 ez Engine Engine Start Drive Deck Cutting System Height Adjustment Cutting Height Cutting Options Deck Wash Front End Front/Rear Wheels Tires Handle/Bail Bagging Mulch Plug Approximate Weight Warranty† • 159cc Cub Cadet OHV • Thermal Autochoke... Warranty† 420cc Cub Cadet® OHV Electric start in U.S.A. 1/14 © 2014 Cub Cadet WALK-BEHIND MOWERS WIDE-AREA MOWERS CC 760 ES DESIGNED FOR LAWN AND YARD CARE UP TO 2 ACRES. This brochure is published in the manual and on terrain and...
