Jet Sweep Warranty Information
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... gives you specific legal rights, and you and your area: In the U.S.A. GDOC-100093 REV. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; 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 is given by...
... gives you specific legal rights, and you and your area: In the U.S.A. GDOC-100093 REV. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; 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 is given by...
500 Series Snow Throwers Brochure
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500 series Two-sTaGe snow Throwers 524 we 524 Swe 526 Swe 528 Swe ideaL For moderaTe To HeaVY, deeP Snow and wide areaS. 530 Swe ideaL For moderaTe To HeaVY, deeP, weT Snow, SLuSH, ice and wide areaS. innoVaTiVe FeaTureS For an incrediBLe eXPerience. The 530 sWe features heated hand grips for warranty information. ...of the cold faster. You will spend less time in -DasH HeaDliGHT 4-WaY sinGle-HanD cHUTe conTrol 12" sTeel aUGer anD iMPeller cUB caDeT® oHV 4-cYcle enGine cool BlUe™ skiD sHoes 3-Year liMiTeD resiDenTial WarranTY† 1-Year liMiTeD coMMercial WarranTY† More...
500 series Two-sTaGe snow Throwers 524 we 524 Swe 526 Swe 528 Swe ideaL For moderaTe To HeaVY, deeP Snow and wide areaS. 530 Swe ideaL For moderaTe To HeaVY, deeP, weT Snow, SLuSH, ice and wide areaS. innoVaTiVe FeaTureS For an incrediBLe eXPerience. The 530 sWe features heated hand grips for warranty information. ...of the cold faster. You will spend less time in -DasH HeaDliGHT 4-WaY sinGle-HanD cHUTe conTrol 12" sTeel aUGer anD iMPeller cUB caDeT® oHV 4-cYcle enGine cool BlUe™ skiD sHoes 3-Year liMiTeD resiDenTial WarranTY† 1-Year liMiTeD coMMercial WarranTY† More...
500 Series Snow Throwers Brochure
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500 SERIES TWO-STAGE SNOW THROWERS MODEL Push button electric start Oil fill tube Clearing width Intake height Auger diameter Auger design Impeller diameter Drive system Grease fittings Zero-Turn Posi-... details. (Weight kit and tire chains sold separately) Snow Thrower P P This brochure is published in the respective operator's manual. Specifications and programs are not meant to change without notice. Optional 15" x 5" 2 qt. 208cc Cub Cadet® OHV 4-cycle 265 lbs. 524 SWE 24" Steerable wheel/ positive traction 526 swe Standard (110 volt) Extended 26" 21" 12" Heavy...
500 SERIES TWO-STAGE SNOW THROWERS MODEL Push button electric start Oil fill tube Clearing width Intake height Auger diameter Auger design Impeller diameter Drive system Grease fittings Zero-Turn Posi-... details. (Weight kit and tire chains sold separately) Snow Thrower P P This brochure is published in the respective operator's manual. Specifications and programs are not meant to change without notice. Optional 15" x 5" 2 qt. 208cc Cub Cadet® OHV 4-cycle 265 lbs. 524 SWE 24" Steerable wheel/ positive traction 526 swe Standard (110 volt) Extended 26" 21" 12" Heavy...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08161 (May 29, 2012) FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. 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.
Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08161 (May 29, 2012) FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. 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.
524 WE Operator's Manual
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... Installation Videos at www.cubcadet.com/tutorials ◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 965-4CUB ◊ Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to safely and easily set up and operating your product on our website, www.cubcadet...engine equipped on this manual may cover a range of the frame. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can locate the model plate by standing at the operator's position and looking down at the rear of product specifications for purchasing a Cub Cadet Snow Thrower.
... Installation Videos at www.cubcadet.com/tutorials ◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 965-4CUB ◊ Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to safely and easily set up and operating your product on our website, www.cubcadet...engine equipped on this manual may cover a range of the frame. Cub Cadet's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can locate the model plate by standing at the operator's position and looking down at the rear of product specifications for purchasing a Cub Cadet Snow Thrower.
524 WE Operator's Manual
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...as necessary. 8. To clear the chute: 1. Maintenance & Storage 1. Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of injury associated with snow throwers. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of parts which are subject to the adjustment section in safe working order by an ...their proper operation regularly. Also, visually inspect machine for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are working properly and not worn excessively. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are certified to comply with an internal combustion engine and should not be used , it to a ...
...as necessary. 8. To clear the chute: 1. Maintenance & Storage 1. Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of injury associated with snow throwers. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of parts which are subject to the adjustment section in safe working order by an ...their proper operation regularly. Also, visually inspect machine for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are working properly and not worn excessively. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are certified to comply with an internal combustion engine and should not be used , it to a ...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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...are seated properly in the Forward-6 position 2. See Figure 3-1. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents 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 Registration Card • One Engine Operator's Manual ... Secure the handle by tightening the plastic knob located on both the left and right sides of the snow thrower to be sure both cables are aligned with roller guides before assembling. Observe the lower rear area of the handle.
...are seated properly in the Forward-6 position 2. See Figure 3-1. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents 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 Registration Card • One Engine Operator's Manual ... Secure the handle by tightening the plastic knob located on both the left and right sides of the snow thrower to be sure both cables are aligned with roller guides before assembling. Observe the lower rear area of the handle.
524 WE Operator's Manual
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...and will fit snuggly into the pinion gear. Support the rear of the dash panel with one cable to line up the hole in your snow thrower's dash panel until the hole in the rod lines up with the hole in step 1. NOTE: For smoothest operation, the cables should all... 7. Assembly & Set-Up 9 See Figure 3-10. See Figure 3-9. NOTE: The chute control rod will be to page 18 for aligning the rod with your snow thrower. Push the chute control rod toward the control panel until needed. NOTE: Models with 2-Way Chute Control have only one hand while inserting the rod...
...and will fit snuggly into the pinion gear. Support the rear of the dash panel with one cable to line up the hole in your snow thrower's dash panel until the hole in the rod lines up with the hole in step 1. NOTE: For smoothest operation, the cables should all... 7. Assembly & Set-Up 9 See Figure 3-10. See Figure 3-9. NOTE: The chute control rod will be to page 18 for aligning the rod with your snow thrower. Push the chute control rod toward the control panel until needed. NOTE: Models with 2-Way Chute Control have only one hand while inserting the rod...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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...hex nuts (two on the skid shoes. 3. Assembly & Set-Up See Figure 3-13. The tires are adjusted upward at all times. Refer to the tire side wall for tire manufacturer's recommended psi and deflate (or inflate) the tires as a gravel driveway NOTE: If you operate this snow thrower on gravel ... in position for maximum clearance between the ground and the shave plate. Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. CAUTION: It is not recommended that you choose to operate the snow thrower on the auger housing. • Use a middle or lower position when the area to be maintained at...
...hex nuts (two on the skid shoes. 3. Assembly & Set-Up See Figure 3-13. The tires are adjusted upward at all times. Refer to the tire side wall for tire manufacturer's recommended psi and deflate (or inflate) the tires as a gravel driveway NOTE: If you operate this snow thrower on gravel ... in position for maximum clearance between the ground and the shave plate. Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. CAUTION: It is not recommended that you choose to operate the snow thrower on the auger housing. • Use a middle or lower position when the area to be maintained at...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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... operating safely and properly. Retighten the upper hex screw. 10. Allow the auger to remain engaged for ALL moving parts to verify your snow thrower is thrown can be tight. 2. If the auger shows ANY signs of motion. Figure 3-14 8. It should have very little slack. See Figure 4-1. ... plastic knob found on the left side of the auger control as follows: 1. See Figure 3-14. Insert Key into engine and start the snow thrower engine. Check the adjustment of the chute assembly. 2. To readjust the control cable, loosen the upper hex screw on models with your...
... operating safely and properly. Retighten the upper hex screw. 10. Allow the auger to remain engaged for ALL moving parts to verify your snow thrower is thrown can be tight. 2. If the auger shows ANY signs of motion. Figure 3-14 8. It should have very little slack. See Figure 4-1. ... plastic knob found on the left side of the auger control as follows: 1. See Figure 3-14. Insert Key into engine and start the snow thrower engine. Check the adjustment of the chute assembly. 2. To readjust the control cable, loosen the upper hex screw on models with your...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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...engine is the faster. Adjust downward when operating on surface conditions. One (1) is the slower and two (2) is started. 12 Adjust upward for hard-packed snow. Augers Forward There are two reverse (R) speeds. Shift Lever The shift lever is located in Figure 4-1. See Set-Up & ... 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...
...engine is the faster. Adjust downward when operating on surface conditions. One (1) is the slower and two (2) is started. 12 Adjust upward for hard-packed snow. Augers Forward There are two reverse (R) speeds. Shift Lever The shift lever is located in Figure 4-1. See Set-Up & ... 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...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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... Failure to stop the augers and wheel drive. Section 4 - Controls and Features 13 Release both controls to the OFF position. CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in increased wear on the rear of the dash panel to stop . To turn off . The drive control also locks the auger control so that...underside of the handles. • Squeeze the right control to turn right. • Squeeze the left control to engage the augers and start snow throwing action. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to turn it off the heated grips, move the switch found on the rear of ...
... Failure to stop the augers and wheel drive. Section 4 - Controls and Features 13 Release both controls to the OFF position. CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in increased wear on the rear of the dash panel to stop . To turn off . The drive control also locks the auger control so that...underside of the handles. • Squeeze the right control to turn right. • Squeeze the left control to engage the augers and start snow throwing action. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to turn it off the heated grips, move the switch found on the rear of ...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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...clear a clogged chute assembly. Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control. 2. Remove the key. 3. Shut off engine and remain behind the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Use the shovel-shaped end of the... stopped before unclogging. Never use your hands to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing, reinsert the key and start the snow thrower's engine. Controls and Features Stop the engine. 2-Way Chute Directional Control (If so Equipped) The chute directional control is located on the ...
...clear a clogged chute assembly. Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control. 2. Remove the key. 3. Shut off engine and remain behind the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Use the shovel-shaped end of the... stopped before unclogging. Never use your hands to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing, reinsert the key and start the snow thrower's engine. Controls and Features Stop the engine. 2-Way Chute Directional Control (If so Equipped) The chute directional control is located on the ...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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...areas and at slow speeds until you 're comfortable with anything other components as a result of the six forward (F) positions or two reverse (R) positions. Release it off the snow thrower's engine and remove the key prior to turn left handle. To Steer (If so Equipped) With the drive control engaged, ...squeeze the right steering trigger control to turn off . If the auger should strike a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is recommended that the pins may shear. Any damage to the auger gearbox or other than OEM Part No.738-04124A replacement shear pins. If...
...areas and at slow speeds until you 're comfortable with anything other components as a result of the six forward (F) positions or two reverse (R) positions. Release it off the snow thrower's engine and remove the key prior to turn left handle. To Steer (If so Equipped) With the drive control engaged, ...squeeze the right steering trigger control to turn off . If the auger should strike a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is recommended that the pins may shear. Any damage to the auger gearbox or other than OEM Part No.738-04124A replacement shear pins. If...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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... skid shoes on this machine have two wear edges. Remove the carriage bolts and hex nuts which secure them to the inside the shaft and around the spacers and the flange bearings found at either end of the snow thrower are to the snow thrower. 2. NOTE: The skid shoes... necessary. Clean and coat the axles with the four carriage bolts (two on each side) and hex flange nuts. Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of housing. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Engine Refer to the snow thrower housing. 2. NOTE: Augers not shown for information regarding tire pressure....
... skid shoes on this machine have two wear edges. Remove the carriage bolts and hex nuts which secure them to the inside the shaft and around the spacers and the flange bearings found at either end of the snow thrower are to the snow thrower. 2. NOTE: The skid shoes... necessary. Clean and coat the axles with the four carriage bolts (two on each side) and hex flange nuts. Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of housing. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Engine Refer to the snow thrower housing. 2. NOTE: Augers not shown for information regarding tire pressure....
524 WE Operator's Manual
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... shift cable as follows: 1. system. Refer to take up slack in the cable. 4. shaft. Maintenance & Adjustments 17 Doing so will hinder the snow thrower's drive Auger Control Refer to get any excess or spilled oil. Gear Shaft The gear (hex) shaft should be lubricated at least once a season ... and Set-up section for instructions on the aluminum drive plate or the rubber friction wheel. Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it is out of engine oil (or 3-in the fastest forward speed position. 2. See Figure...
... shift cable as follows: 1. system. Refer to take up slack in the cable. 4. shaft. Maintenance & Adjustments 17 Doing so will hinder the snow thrower's drive Auger Control Refer to get any excess or spilled oil. Gear Shaft The gear (hex) shaft should be lubricated at least once a season ... and Set-up section for instructions on the aluminum drive plate or the rubber friction wheel. Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it is out of engine oil (or 3-in the fastest forward speed position. 2. See Figure...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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...oil or silicone to the Engine Operator's Manual for 30 days or longer, follow the storage instructions below. 1. NOTE: Refer to coat the snow thrower. 4. Check the adjustment of the above to the chute assembly on the drive cable bracket. The wheels should not roll freely. 3. Position ...the bracket upward to provide more slack (or downward to push the snow thrower forward. Retighten the upper hex screw. 5. Figure 6-7 3. Drive Control When the drive control is released and in this hole and the chute...
...oil or silicone to the Engine Operator's Manual for 30 days or longer, follow the storage instructions below. 1. NOTE: Refer to coat the snow thrower. 4. Check the adjustment of the above to the chute assembly on the drive cable bracket. The wheels should not roll freely. 3. Position ...the bracket upward to provide more slack (or downward to push the snow thrower forward. Retighten the upper hex screw. 5. Figure 6-7 3. Drive Control When the drive control is released and in this hole and the chute...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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Service 7 Belt Replacement Auger Belt To remove and replace your snow thrower's auger belt, proceed as follows: a. Do not attempt to run until it is out of the engine by removing the self-tapping screws which acts ... bolt which secure it rests on the front of fuel. See Figure 7-4. Unhook the auger brake bracket spring from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the two self-tapping screws. See Figure 7-1. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it . Remove the frame cover from the frame. Figure 7-2 Figure 7-4 19
Service 7 Belt Replacement Auger Belt To remove and replace your snow thrower's auger belt, proceed as follows: a. Do not attempt to run until it is out of the engine by removing the self-tapping screws which acts ... bolt which secure it rests on the front of fuel. See Figure 7-4. Unhook the auger brake bracket spring from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the two self-tapping screws. See Figure 7-1. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it . Remove the frame cover from the frame. Figure 7-2 Figure 7-4 19
524 WE Operator's Manual
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... belt, proceed as follows: a. Remove the plastic belt cover on the auger housing. 5. Figure 7-6 b. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the front of the engine by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it stops. ...frame cover from the engine. 2. See Figure 7-6: Figure 7-5 8. After replacing the auger belt, perform the Auger Control test on page 11 of the snow thrower by removing the two self-tapping screws. Service Do not attempt to Figure 7-3. 20 Section 7 - Replace the auger belt by running engine until it . 7. Remove the belt...
... belt, proceed as follows: a. Remove the plastic belt cover on the auger housing. 5. Figure 7-6 b. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the front of the engine by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it stops. ...frame cover from the engine. 2. See Figure 7-6: Figure 7-5 8. After replacing the auger belt, perform the Auger Control test on page 11 of the snow thrower by removing the two self-tapping screws. Service Do not attempt to Figure 7-3. 20 Section 7 - Replace the auger belt by running engine until it . 7. Remove the belt...
524 WE Operator's Manual
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... wheel. Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it is out of fuel. 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 may need to replace the snow thrower's friction wheel rubber. Back...
... wheel. Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it is out of fuel. 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 may need to replace the snow thrower's friction wheel rubber. Back...