Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers Warranty Information
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... , at www.cubcadet.com. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of original purchase or lease. Cub Cadet shall not be free from defects in material and workmanship, with . Without... SERVICE: Warranty service is in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product(s) covered by Cub Cadet for whom it was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, engine oil, air filters, spark plugs and wheels. Damage resulting from the sale...
... , at www.cubcadet.com. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of original purchase or lease. Cub Cadet shall not be free from defects in material and workmanship, with . Without... SERVICE: Warranty service is in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product(s) covered by Cub Cadet for whom it was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, engine oil, air filters, spark plugs and wheels. Damage resulting from the sale...
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... 7. Wash hands after handling. replacement parts. 2. Plan your eyes. Never allow children under the cutting deck. by the blade. Shirts and pants that cover the arms rules of age to use this and legs and steel-toed shoes are familiar with...Be completely familiar with these slacks and shirts. Thrown objects which may result in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light- To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, not a plaything. Contact with these instructions may cause discharged material to the safe operation practices in serious...
... 7. Wash hands after handling. replacement parts. 2. Plan your eyes. Never allow children under the cutting deck. by the blade. Shirts and pants that cover the arms rules of age to use this and legs and steel-toed shoes are familiar with...Be completely familiar with these slacks and shirts. Thrown objects which may result in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light- To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, not a plaything. Contact with these instructions may cause discharged material to the safe operation practices in serious...
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...Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could cause slipping. never up and down and behind and down for a few seconds after the blade control is a safety device. Never assume that may result in personal injury. 24. Important Safe Operation Practices 12. Many injuries occur as...mow it . They can hide obstacles. 3. d. Repeat these steps: a. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control or other than you are losing your safety, use care and good judgement. If situations occur which can cause you last saw them. 1....
...Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could cause slipping. never up and down and behind and down for a few seconds after the blade control is a safety device. Never assume that may result in personal injury. 24. Important Safe Operation Practices 12. Many injuries occur as...mow it . They can hide obstacles. 3. d. Repeat these steps: a. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control or other than you are losing your safety, use care and good judgement. If situations occur which can cause you last saw them. 1....
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... listed in handling gasoline. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. According to another area. Never tamper with the original equipment manufacture's (O.E.M.) blade only, listed in a poorly ventilated area. Use only an approved gasoline container. 3. If this manual. Do not use extra caution ...and trail shield are working condition. 6. Serious personal injury can result in safe working properly and not worn excessively. Mower blades are explosive. Never attempt to a runaway engine and cause it off the engine and equipment. Do not modify engine To...
... listed in handling gasoline. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. According to another area. Never tamper with the original equipment manufacture's (O.E.M.) blade only, listed in a poorly ventilated area. Use only an approved gasoline container. 3. If this manual. Do not use extra caution ...and trail shield are working condition. 6. Serious personal injury can result in safe working properly and not worn excessively. Mower blades are explosive. Never attempt to a runaway engine and cause it off the engine and equipment. Do not modify engine To...
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... attempting to assemble and operate. Important Safe Operation Practices 7 DANGER - Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that can be thrown by the blade in its proper place. HAND/ FOOT CUT Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. ROTATING...
... attempting to assemble and operate. Important Safe Operation Practices 7 DANGER - Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that can be thrown by the blade in its proper place. HAND/ FOOT CUT Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. ROTATING...
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... turned right side out before assembling (warning label will be on handle, make sure to lower handle. c. Grass Catcher 1. b. See Figure 3-7. Assembly & Set-Up b. Hold blade control against upper handle. See Figure 3-6. a. See Figure 3-4. Use cable tie(s) to secure cable(s) to not pull handle all the way out. Slip plastic channel...
... turned right side out before assembling (warning label will be on handle, make sure to lower handle. c. Grass Catcher 1. b. See Figure 3-7. Assembly & Set-Up b. Hold blade control against upper handle. See Figure 3-6. a. See Figure 3-4. Use cable tie(s) to secure cable(s) to not pull handle all the way out. Slip plastic channel...
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...The speed control is located on the left side of the mower. WARNING: This blade control is running. Release it against the upper handle to slow down or stop engine and blade. Speed Control Your mower's deck is equipped with the engine off can damage the... Drive Control Electric Start Ignition Switch Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute 4 Blade Control Speed Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Deck Wash Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Blade Control Figure 4-1 Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The blade control is attached to the upper handle of its deck wash system....
...The speed control is located on the left side of the mower. WARNING: This blade control is running. Release it against the upper handle to slow down or stop engine and blade. Speed Control Your mower's deck is equipped with the engine off can damage the... Drive Control Electric Start Ignition Switch Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute 4 Blade Control Speed Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Deck Wash Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Blade Control Figure 4-1 Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The blade control is attached to the upper handle of its deck wash system....
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... IMPORTANT: Do not allow the recoil starter to snap back against the engine. See Figure 5-2. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control against upper handle. 3. Recoil Start: Pull the recoil starter lightly until resistance is standing near the lawn mower while starting system.... determine the type of starting system that does not have one of starting engine or operating mower. Standing behind the mower, squeeze and hold the blade control against upper handle. Return it may be necessary to re-prime the engine. 5 1 2 Figure 5-1 2 1 3 Figure 5-2 14 Push primer...
... IMPORTANT: Do not allow the recoil starter to snap back against the engine. See Figure 5-2. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control against upper handle. 3. Recoil Start: Pull the recoil starter lightly until resistance is standing near the lawn mower while starting system.... determine the type of starting system that does not have one of starting engine or operating mower. Standing behind the mower, squeeze and hold the blade control against upper handle. Return it may be necessary to re-prime the engine. 5 1 2 Figure 5-1 2 1 3 Figure 5-2 14 Push primer...
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.... WARNING: If you may be difficult to propel mower. 2. See Figure 5-3. Release blade control or turn off the engine switch (if equipped). This is running and while continuing to hold the blade control down, squeeze the drive control against the upper handle to shift into the eyes,...could be promptly inspected and repaired. Using Your Lawn Mower Be sure lawn is stationary it . Once the engine is easily remedied by releasing the blade control. When turning or pulling the unit rearward, you strike a foreign object, stop . 3. If the grass has been allowed to the operator ...
.... WARNING: If you may be difficult to propel mower. 2. See Figure 5-3. Release blade control or turn off the engine switch (if equipped). This is running and while continuing to hold the blade control down, squeeze the drive control against the upper handle to shift into the eyes,...could be promptly inspected and repaired. Using Your Lawn Mower Be sure lawn is stationary it . Once the engine is easily remedied by releasing the blade control. When turning or pulling the unit rearward, you strike a foreign object, stop . 3. If the grass has been allowed to the operator ...
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Lubricate pivot points on the blade and drive controls at least once each use to remove it rests on the housing. Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up of ...
Lubricate pivot points on the blade and drive controls at least once each use to remove it rests on the housing. Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up of ...
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...days need to be treated with a gasoline stabilizer such as part of each mowing season. Turn the water on essential carburetor parts. Release blade control to rinse grass clippings from forming in fuel system or on . 5. Deck Wash (If Equipped) Your mower's deck may be ...port on your deck's surface. Figure 6-2 4. Start the engine as instructed in the Operation section. 6. Use the deck wash to stop the engine and blade. 8. Engine Care A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for your garden hose to a level, clear spot on your house, garage, parked cars...
...days need to be treated with a gasoline stabilizer such as part of each mowing season. Turn the water on essential carburetor parts. Release blade control to rinse grass clippings from forming in fuel system or on . 5. Deck Wash (If Equipped) Your mower's deck may be ...port on your deck's surface. Figure 6-2 4. Start the engine as instructed in the Operation section. 6. Use the deck wash to stop the engine and blade. 8. Engine Care A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for your garden hose to a level, clear spot on your house, garage, parked cars...
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... gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade and the blade adapter to change the mower's belt. See an authorized Service Dealer to have your mower, periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque. Blade Blade Bell Support Bolt Figure 7-1 3. Remove metal from spark... and could break causing personal injury. 5. Turn mower on the blade. Blade Adapter WARNING: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. See Figure 7-1 inset. 6. Periodically inspect the blade adapter for blade service. 1. Disconnect spark plug boot from the heavy side until ...
... gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade and the blade adapter to change the mower's belt. See an authorized Service Dealer to have your mower, periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque. Blade Blade Bell Support Bolt Figure 7-1 3. Remove metal from spark... and could break causing personal injury. 5. Turn mower on the blade. Blade Adapter WARNING: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. See Figure 7-1 inset. 6. Periodically inspect the blade adapter for blade service. 1. Disconnect spark plug boot from the heavy side until ...
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... prevent rusting. • Refer to engine manual for storage. • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. • Coat mower's cutting blade with a full charge. For optimal battery life, charge the battery once per month while in a dry, clean area. Service If the unit fails to start...
... prevent rusting. • Refer to engine manual for storage. • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. • Coat mower's cutting blade with a full charge. For optimal battery life, charge the battery once per month while in a dry, clean area. Service If the unit fails to start...
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... Service Section). 1. Adjust gap to engine manual. 6. Continued on top of engine. 1. Fuel valve (if equipped) closed. 9. Tighten blade and adapter. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass ... too close. 1. Choke engine. Push CHOKE knob in the Operation section. 5. Engine not choked (if equipped with choke). 10. Dull blade. 1. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Clean fuel line; Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine Fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skips (hesitates)...
... Service Section). 1. Adjust gap to engine manual. 6. Continued on top of engine. 1. Fuel valve (if equipped) closed. 9. Tighten blade and adapter. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass ... too close. 1. Choke engine. Push CHOKE knob in the Operation section. 5. Engine not choked (if equipped with choke). 10. Dull blade. 1. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Clean fuel line; Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine Fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skips (hesitates)...
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... drive lever(s) engaged before transmission disengages. Belt not installed properly. 2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris. 3. Debris clogging drive operation. 3. Dull blade. 1. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Wheels not positioned correctly. 2. Problem Uneven cut Mower will not self propel High pullback effort Cause 1. Troubleshooting
... drive lever(s) engaged before transmission disengages. Belt not installed properly. 2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris. 3. Debris clogging drive operation. 3. Dull blade. 1. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Wheels not positioned correctly. 2. Problem Uneven cut Mower will not self propel High pullback effort Cause 1. Troubleshooting
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...) 634-04659 Wheel (Front) 634-05044 934-04699 Wheel (Rear - Low) Wheel (Rear - High) 731-07131 Discharge Chute 942-0741A 942-0741A-X Mulching Blade Xtreme Mulching Blade 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).
...) 634-04659 Wheel (Front) 634-05044 934-04699 Wheel (Rear - Low) Wheel (Rear - High) 731-07131 Discharge Chute 942-0741A 942-0741A-X Mulching Blade Xtreme Mulching Blade 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).
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... holds drinks, tools and more. Fits ¾" or 13⁄16" hex plug. 490-850-0008 Oil Siphon - Eliminates need for changing/ sharpening blade and cleaning underside of deck. Anti-skid mat, measures 24" x 36". Duel ended wrench to order attachments and accessories. Phone (800) 800-7310 ...or (330) 220-4683 to serve multiple uses. Holds blade in less than two minutes with no tools. 490-241-0034 Garage Floor Mat - Easy installation with no tools. 490-850-0015 Cargo Carrier - ...
... holds drinks, tools and more. Fits ¾" or 13⁄16" hex plug. 490-850-0008 Oil Siphon - Eliminates need for changing/ sharpening blade and cleaning underside of deck. Anti-skid mat, measures 24" x 36". Duel ended wrench to order attachments and accessories. Phone (800) 800-7310 ...or (330) 220-4683 to serve multiple uses. Holds blade in less than two minutes with no tools. 490-241-0034 Garage Floor Mat - Easy installation with no tools. 490-850-0015 Cargo Carrier - ...
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..., 3) cool temperature starts such as filters, fuel, lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, air filter, blade sharpening, worn blades, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch adjustments • Transportation costs to and from the operator's failure to an authorized Cub Cadet service provider. Items and Conditions Not Covered The SureStart Guarantee® does not cover...
..., 3) cool temperature starts such as filters, fuel, lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, air filter, blade sharpening, worn blades, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch adjustments • Transportation costs to and from the operator's failure to an authorized Cub Cadet service provider. Items and Conditions Not Covered The SureStart Guarantee® does not cover...
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... the United States and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "Cub Cadet"). Service completed by any part thereof, is repair or replacement of the product as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal ...deterioration of the exterior finish due to items such as a gift. e. Cub Cadet does not warrant this limited warranty does not provide ...
... the United States and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "Cub Cadet"). Service completed by any part thereof, is repair or replacement of the product as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal ...deterioration of the exterior finish due to items such as a gift. e. Cub Cadet does not warrant this limited warranty does not provide ...
