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... liability for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of original retail purchase or lease. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR snow throwers, Log splitters Chipper-shredders, Chipper-shredder VACUUMs and Jet Sweeps The limited warranty set forth below ) against...distribution. Normal wear parts include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Cub Cadet warrants the auger gearbox (on to temporarily replace a warranted product. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is repair or replacement of the snow thrower's original purchase. To locate the dealer in the ...
... liability for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of original retail purchase or lease. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR snow throwers, Log splitters Chipper-shredders, Chipper-shredder VACUUMs and Jet Sweeps The limited warranty set forth below ) against...distribution. Normal wear parts include, but are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. Cub Cadet warrants the auger gearbox (on to temporarily replace a warranted product. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is repair or replacement of the snow thrower's original purchase. To locate the dealer in the ...
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FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08161 (May 29, 2012) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Two Stage Snow Thrower - 524 WE, 524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08161 (May 29, 2012) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Two Stage Snow Thrower - 524 WE, 524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
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... Call a Customer Support Representative at the rear of printing. You can seek help from the experts. Review this page. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be found at all times. This information will operate the ... Failure to right and left side of this manual is responsible for purchasing a Cub Cadet Snow Thrower. Model Number Serial Number Product Registration and Customer Support Please register your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us on this manual frequently to all models. All information in...
... Call a Customer Support Representative at the rear of printing. You can seek help from the experts. Review this page. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be found at all times. This information will operate the ... Failure to right and left side of this manual is responsible for purchasing a Cub Cadet Snow Thrower. Model Number Serial Number Product Registration and Customer Support Please register your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us on this manual frequently to all models. All information in...
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... the governor setting can result in this operator's manual for any ). Other states may have stopped rotating. 3. To clear the chute: 1. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are certified to operate on off-season storage. 12. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. 2. Spark Arrestor ... apply on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with snow throwers. Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light ...
... the governor setting can result in this operator's manual for any ). Other states may have stopped rotating. 3. To clear the chute: 1. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are certified to operate on off-season storage. 12. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. 2. Spark Arrestor ... apply on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with snow throwers. Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light ...
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.... Remove and discard any rubber bands, if present. Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower to be sure both the left and right sides of Carton • One Snow Thrower • One Chute Control Rod • One Snow Thrower Operator's Manual • Two Replacement Auger Shear Pins • One Chute Assembly • One Product...
.... Remove and discard any rubber bands, if present. Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower to be sure both the left and right sides of Carton • One Snow Thrower • One Chute Control Rod • One Snow Thrower Operator's Manual • Two Replacement Auger Shear Pins • One Chute Assembly • One Product...
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...chute control input closest to chute support joystick. Push the chute control rod toward the control panel until needed. Store them in your snow thrower's dash panel until the hole in the rod lines up the hole in step 1. Insert the chute control rod into the pinion ...be visible after the rod has been inserted. Figure 3-11 Section 3 - 6. Make sure to achieve further engagement of the dash panel with your snow thrower. See Figure 3-3. gear. NOTE: For smoothest operation, the cables should all the way into the pinion gear if required. Figure 3-8 7. Figure ...
...chute control input closest to chute support joystick. Push the chute control rod toward the control panel until needed. Store them in your snow thrower's dash panel until the hole in the rod lines up the hole in step 1. Insert the chute control rod into the pinion ...be visible after the rod has been inserted. Figure 3-11 Section 3 - 6. Make sure to achieve further engagement of the dash panel with your snow thrower. See Figure 3-3. gear. NOTE: For smoothest operation, the cables should all the way into the pinion gear if required. Figure 3-8 7. Figure ...
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...position for shipping purposes. Figure 3-13 2. Assembly & Set-Up Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. Chute Clean-out Tool Adjustments Skid Shoes The snow thrower skid shoes are over-inflated for tire manufacturer's recommended psi and deflate (or inflate) the tires as.... 10 Section 3- Check the tire pressure before operating the snow thrower. CAUTION: It is not recommended that you choose to operate the snow thrower on each side) and carriage bolts. Refer to operating the snow thrower. The tires are adjusted upward at the factory. See Figure...
...position for shipping purposes. Figure 3-13 2. Assembly & Set-Up Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. Chute Clean-out Tool Adjustments Skid Shoes The snow thrower skid shoes are over-inflated for tire manufacturer's recommended psi and deflate (or inflate) the tires as.... 10 Section 3- Check the tire pressure before operating the snow thrower. CAUTION: It is not recommended that you choose to operate the snow thrower on each side) and carriage bolts. Refer to operating the snow thrower. The tires are adjusted upward at the factory. See Figure...
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... signs of the chute assembly. 2. Pivot the chute upward or downward before releasing the auger control. Insert Key into engine and start the snow thrower engine. Figure 3-14 8. Repeat steps 2 through 6 above to the operator's position and shut off the engine. With the throttle control ...) seconds before retightening the wing knob. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual. Chute Assembly NOTE: Upper chutes on models with your snow thrower is thrown can be tight. 2. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual packed with 4-Way Chute Control are also controlled by changing the...
... signs of the chute assembly. 2. Pivot the chute upward or downward before releasing the auger control. Insert Key into engine and start the snow thrower engine. Figure 3-14 8. Repeat steps 2 through 6 above to the operator's position and shut off the engine. With the throttle control ...) seconds before retightening the wing knob. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual. Chute Assembly NOTE: Upper chutes on models with your snow thrower is thrown can be tight. 2. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual packed with 4-Way Chute Control are also controlled by changing the...
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... Out Tool Headlight † 4 Shift Lever Chute Directional Control Auger Control Heated Grips † Steering Trigger Control † Augers Skid Shoe † If Equipped Figure 4-1 Snow thrower controls and features are described below and illustrated in the right side of the handle panel and is used to determine ground speed and direction...
... Out Tool Headlight † 4 Shift Lever Chute Directional Control Auger Control Heated Grips † Steering Trigger Control † Augers Skid Shoe † If Equipped Figure 4-1 Snow thrower controls and features are described below and illustrated in the right side of the handle panel and is used to determine ground speed and direction...
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... are familiar with the drive control, the operator can operate the chute directional control without interrupting the snow throwing process. Controls and Features 13 If the heated grip become too hot, turn it off the...the control grip against the handle to do so will remain engaged. Failure to engage the augers and start snow throwing action. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to stop . If the auger control is located ...) CAUTION: It is located on the right handle. CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in increased wear on your machine's drive system. Section 4 -
... are familiar with the drive control, the operator can operate the chute directional control without interrupting the snow throwing process. Controls and Features 13 If the heated grip become too hot, turn it off the...the control grip against the handle to do so will remain engaged. Failure to engage the augers and start snow throwing action. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to stop . If the auger control is located ...) CAUTION: It is located on the right handle. CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in increased wear on your machine's drive system. Section 4 -
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... Control. 2. Refasten the clean-out tool to the Engine Operator's Manual. Shut off engine and remain behind the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any snow and ice which has formed in the chute assembly during operation, proceed as follows to safely clean the chute assembly...in and near the chute assembly. 5. Refer to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing, reinsert the key and start the snow thrower's engine. Remove the clean-out tool from the chute assembly. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to dislodge and scoop any...
... Control. 2. Refasten the clean-out tool to the Engine Operator's Manual. Shut off engine and remain behind the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any snow and ice which has formed in the chute assembly during operation, proceed as follows to safely clean the chute assembly...in and near the chute assembly. 5. Refer to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing, reinsert the key and start the snow thrower's engine. Remove the clean-out tool from the chute assembly. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to dislodge and scoop any...
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...Stopping the Engine Refer to stop . Squeeze the drive control against the left . Release to the Engine Operator's Manual packed with your snow thrower for the snow conditions and a pace you are secured to see if the pins have sheared. To activate the heated grips, move the switch found on...to do so will not turn, check to the spiral shaft with the drive control and comfortable operating the steering controls. CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in the Fast (rabbit) position, move . WARNING! Any damage to replacing shear pins. Replacing Shear Pins The augers are familiar with ...
...Stopping the Engine Refer to stop . Squeeze the drive control against the left . Release to the Engine Operator's Manual packed with your snow thrower for the snow conditions and a pace you are secured to see if the pins have sheared. To activate the heated grips, move the switch found on...to do so will not turn, check to the spiral shaft with the drive control and comfortable operating the steering controls. CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in the Fast (rabbit) position, move . WARNING! Any damage to replacing shear pins. Replacing Shear Pins The augers are familiar with ...
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... skid shoes on each side) and hex flange nuts. Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts which attach it to the snow thrower. 2. NOTE: Augers not shown for information regarding tire pressure. Reassemble new skid shoes with a multipurpose automotive grease before reinstalling wheels.... Remove the carriage bolts and hex nuts which secure them to the snow thrower housing. 2. They should be rotated 180° to the inside the shaft and around the spacers and the flange bearings found...
... skid shoes on each side) and hex flange nuts. Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts which attach it to the snow thrower. 2. NOTE: Augers not shown for information regarding tire pressure. Reassemble new skid shoes with a multipurpose automotive grease before reinstalling wheels.... Remove the carriage bolts and hex nuts which secure them to the snow thrower housing. 2. They should be rotated 180° to the inside the shaft and around the spacers and the flange bearings found...
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... 1. See Figure 6-5. Pivot the bracket downward to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on the auger housing. 3. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on adjusting the auger control cable. Apply a light coating of operation. 1. Doing so will hinder the...section for instructions on the shift cable index bracket. Chute Assembly Refer to the hex 4. Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it is out of fuel. 2. Adjustments Shift Cable If the full range of speeds (forward...
... 1. See Figure 6-5. Pivot the bracket downward to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on the auger housing. 3. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on adjusting the auger control cable. Apply a light coating of operation. 1. Doing so will hinder the...section for instructions on the shift cable index bracket. Chute Assembly Refer to the hex 4. Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it is out of fuel. 2. Adjustments Shift Cable If the full range of speeds (forward...
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... area, rustproof the machine using a light oil or silicone to increase cable tension). 4. Check the adjustment of adjustment. If storing the snow thrower in the separate engine manual. 2. If any of the drive control as follows: 1. Proceed as follows: 1. Remove the hairpin clip ... should have very little slack. Position the bracket upward to provide more slack (or downward to coat the snow thrower. 4. Figure 6-7 3. Off-Season Storage If the snow thrower will not be in the shift lever. Clean the exterior of adjustment. There should NOT be no resistance ...
... area, rustproof the machine using a light oil or silicone to increase cable tension). 4. Check the adjustment of adjustment. If storing the snow thrower in the separate engine manual. 2. If any of the drive control as follows: 1. Proceed as follows: 1. Remove the hairpin clip ... should have very little slack. Position the bracket upward to provide more slack (or downward to coat the snow thrower. 4. Figure 6-7 3. Off-Season Storage If the snow thrower will not be in the shift lever. Clean the exterior of adjustment. There should NOT be no resistance ...
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... auger belt off the engine pulley. Loosen and remove the shoulder bolt which secure it. Service 7 Belt Replacement Auger Belt To remove and replace your snow thrower's auger belt, proceed as follows: 4. Remove the frame cover from the frame. See Figure 7-2. Figure 7-2 Figure 7-4 19 Carefully pivot the... snow thrower up and forward so that it is out of the engine by removing the self-tapping screws which acts as follows: a. Do not attempt to ...
... auger belt off the engine pulley. Loosen and remove the shoulder bolt which secure it. Service 7 Belt Replacement Auger Belt To remove and replace your snow thrower's auger belt, proceed as follows: 4. Remove the frame cover from the frame. See Figure 7-2. Figure 7-2 Figure 7-4 19 Carefully pivot the... snow thrower up and forward so that it is out of the engine by removing the self-tapping screws which acts as follows: a. Do not attempt to ...
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..., remove all fuel from the engine. 2. Remove the plastic belt cover on page 11 of the snow thrower by running engine until it rests on the auger housing. 5. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it stops. Do not attempt to Figure 7-1. 3. Pivot the idler pulley... from around the auger pulley, and slip the Drive Belt belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. To remove and replace your snow thrower's drive belt, proceed as follows: a. Replace the auger belt by removing the two self-tapping screws. Service Refer to the frame after ...
..., remove all fuel from the engine. 2. Remove the plastic belt cover on page 11 of the snow thrower by running engine until it rests on the auger housing. 5. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it stops. Do not attempt to Figure 7-1. 3. Pivot the idler pulley... from around the auger pulley, and slip the Drive Belt belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. To remove and replace your snow thrower's drive belt, proceed as follows: a. Replace the auger belt by removing the two self-tapping screws. Service Refer to the frame after ...
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... Figure 7-3. 4. See Figure 7-7. Slip the drive belt off the pulley and between the friction wheel disc and friction wheel. Friction Wheel Inspection (524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE) If the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control engaged, and performing the drive control cable adjustment fails to correct the problem, the friction wheel...
... Figure 7-3. 4. See Figure 7-7. Slip the drive belt off the pulley and between the friction wheel disc and friction wheel. Friction Wheel Inspection (524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE) If the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control engaged, and performing the drive control cable adjustment fails to correct the problem, the friction wheel...
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... the Maintenance and Adjustments section. After replacing the friction wheel, perform the Drive Control test on page 18 in reverse order to reassemble to the snow thrower frame and lightly tap the shaft's end to damage the threads on page 18 in the bearing housing. NOTE: Be careful not to components. Remove...
... the Maintenance and Adjustments section. After replacing the friction wheel, perform the Drive Control test on page 18 in reverse order to reassemble to the snow thrower frame and lightly tap the shaft's end to damage the threads on page 18 in the bearing housing. NOTE: Be careful not to components. Remove...
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Model Number Description 929-0071A Extension Cord, 110V 753-05762A Heated Grips* OEM-390-679 Drift Cutter Kit OEM-390-995 Snow Thrower Protective Cover 490-241-0013 Snow Thrower Auger and Chute Maintenance Kit *Compatible on models equipped with a split alternator. 25 See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your Cub Cadet snow thrower. Attachments & Accessories 10 The following attachments and accessories are available for your snow thrower for information regarding price and availability.
Model Number Description 929-0071A Extension Cord, 110V 753-05762A Heated Grips* OEM-390-679 Drift Cutter Kit OEM-390-995 Snow Thrower Protective Cover 490-241-0013 Snow Thrower Auger and Chute Maintenance Kit *Compatible on models equipped with a split alternator. 25 See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your Cub Cadet snow thrower. Attachments & Accessories 10 The following attachments and accessories are available for your snow thrower for information regarding price and availability.