Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers Warranty Information
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... the product(s) covered by any product, shall bind Cub Cadet. Cub Cadet shall not be warranted only for loss, damage, or injury to you and your area: In the U.S.A. This warranty is given by MTD Products Limited with your warranty as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, engine oil, air filters, spark plugs and wheels. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of merchantability or fitness for products sold...
... the product(s) covered by any product, shall bind Cub Cadet. Cub Cadet shall not be warranted only for loss, damage, or injury to you and your area: In the U.S.A. This warranty is given by MTD Products Limited with your warranty as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, engine oil, air filters, spark plugs and wheels. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of merchantability or fitness for products sold...
Signature Cut Series Push Lawn Mower Brochure
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... one walk-behind mowers SIGNATURE CUT™ SERIES SC 100 SC 500 hw SC 500 e SC 500 z DESIGNED FOR lawn and yard care. And with a test drive. cubcadet.com VARIABLE DRIVE SYSTEM With a six-speed variable drive system on self-propelled units, set your yard picture-perfect. locate A DEALER AT CUBCADET.COM Innovations no one else can match the Cub Cadet Signature Cut.™ best-in-class handling Thanks to power walk. The Cub Cadet Signature Cut™ Series offers four new models of...
... one walk-behind mowers SIGNATURE CUT™ SERIES SC 100 SC 500 hw SC 500 e SC 500 z DESIGNED FOR lawn and yard care. And with a test drive. cubcadet.com VARIABLE DRIVE SYSTEM With a six-speed variable drive system on self-propelled units, set your yard picture-perfect. locate A DEALER AT CUBCADET.COM Innovations no one else can match the Cub Cadet Signature Cut.™ best-in-class handling Thanks to power walk. The Cub Cadet Signature Cut™ Series offers four new models of...
Signature Cut Series Push Lawn Mower Brochure
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... operator's manual. rear, dust blocking bag Integrated 63 lbs. 3-year limited residential Self-Propelled Mowers Specifications 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† SC 500 hw 159cc Cub Cadet® OHV Autochoke w/Surestart Guarantee®* Dual-lever, 6-positions Deluxe poly with handle 8"/8" Industrial tread Soft-touch foam grip, 3-way adjustable/Ergo 1.9 bu. SIGNATURE CUT™ SERIES walk-behind mowers Push Mower...
... operator's manual. rear, dust blocking bag Integrated 63 lbs. 3-year limited residential Self-Propelled Mowers Specifications 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† SC 500 hw 159cc Cub Cadet® OHV Autochoke w/Surestart Guarantee®* Dual-lever, 6-positions Deluxe poly with handle 8"/8" Industrial tread Soft-touch foam grip, 3-way adjustable/Ergo 1.9 bu. SIGNATURE CUT™ SERIES walk-behind mowers Push Mower...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... the operating position Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 13 Operation 14 Maintenance & Adjustment 16 Service 18 Troubleshooting 21 Replacement Parts 23 Attachments & Accessories 25 Warranty Back Page Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at the time of this Operator's Manual may not be applicable to all times. Choose from the experts. If applicable, the power testing information used to...
... the operating position Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 13 Operation 14 Maintenance & Adjustment 16 Service 18 Troubleshooting 21 Replacement Parts 23 Attachments & Accessories 25 Warranty Back Page Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at the time of this Operator's Manual may not be applicable to all times. Choose from the experts. If applicable, the power testing information used to...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... been designed to mow grass. while it is a precision piece of power equipment, carelessness or error on the machine and in operator zone behind handles and keep children, times. operate this symbol. Read this manual before operating it for ordering 7. When you see this machine in this machine. Keep this 9. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the part of amputating...
... been designed to mow grass. while it is a precision piece of power equipment, carelessness or error on the machine and in operator zone behind handles and keep children, times. operate this symbol. Read this manual before operating it for ordering 7. When you see this machine in this machine. Keep this 9. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the part of amputating...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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.... Many injuries occur as part of your arms. b. Be sure you are a major factor related to operate this manual to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is greater than half way toward engine faster than the operator. 2. The blade control is generally a warning of the mower being pulled over should start to slip or trip. Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may...
.... Many injuries occur as part of your arms. b. Be sure you are a major factor related to operate this manual to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is greater than half way toward engine faster than the operator. 2. The blade control is generally a warning of the mower being pulled over should start to slip or trip. Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is spilled on a trailer with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in accidents, injuries or death. "Use of the Average Useful Life have stopped. Check their proper operation regularly. 7. Thoroughly inspect the mower for fuel expansion. 10. Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for proper tightness. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. Important Safe Operation Practices...
... cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is spilled on a trailer with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in accidents, injuries or death. "Use of the Average Useful Life have stopped. Check their proper operation regularly. 7. Thoroughly inspect the mower for fuel expansion. 10. Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for proper tightness. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this manual. Important Safe Operation Practices...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... the high wheel model as instructed in the accompanying B engine manual BEFORE operating your mower. a. Do not loosen or remove adjacent hex head screws. Remove the T-bolts from handle as shown in Figure 3-2. Remove wing nuts and carriage bolts from the handle brackets as shown in Figure 3-1. While stabilizing mower so it doesn't move, pivot upper handle up and make sure they go on the outside of the handle. Assembly...
... the high wheel model as instructed in the accompanying B engine manual BEFORE operating your mower. a. Do not loosen or remove adjacent hex head screws. Remove the T-bolts from handle as shown in Figure 3-2. Remove wing nuts and carriage bolts from the handle brackets as shown in Figure 3-1. While stabilizing mower so it doesn't move, pivot upper handle up and make sure they go on the outside of the handle. Assembly...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... grass. Figure 3-12 Loosen Tighten Figure 3-13 NOTE: For ease of ignition. 3. Add oil provided before starting unit for additional engine information. 1. Gasoline is hot or running. Release lever towards deck. Remove star knobs and carriage bolts from handle. Service the engine with star knobs and carriage bolts removed earlier. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Drive Control The adjustment wheel...
... grass. Figure 3-12 Loosen Tighten Figure 3-13 NOTE: For ease of ignition. 3. Add oil provided before starting unit for additional engine information. 1. Gasoline is hot or running. Release lever towards deck. Remove star knobs and carriage bolts from handle. Service the engine with star knobs and carriage bolts removed earlier. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Drive Control The adjustment wheel...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... it to engage the drive. Side Discharge Chute Your mower is shipped as part of the upper handle. See Figure 4-1 inset. To discharge the grass clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the "Assembly & Set-Up" section to ensure a uniform cut. Controls and Features 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 "Assembly & Set-Up...
... it to engage the drive. Side Discharge Chute Your mower is shipped as part of the upper handle. See Figure 4-1 inset. To discharge the grass clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the "Assembly & Set-Up" section to ensure a uniform cut. Controls and Features 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 "Assembly & Set-Up...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... a manual choke or primer. • Primer/Electric Start System: This features a primer on the engine and an electric start switch on the handle. Standing behind the mower, squeeze and hold the blade control against upper handle. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control against upper handle. 3. IMPORTANT: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the rope guide. To start your engine, follow the instructions for all temperatures. 2. Pull the starter...
... a manual choke or primer. • Primer/Electric Start System: This features a primer on the engine and an electric start switch on the handle. Standing behind the mower, squeeze and hold the blade control against upper handle. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control against upper handle. 3. IMPORTANT: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the rope guide. To start your engine, follow the instructions for all temperatures. 2. Pull the starter...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... run mower. NOTE: Make sure to stop . 3. NOTE: When selecting a drive speed, use and smooth shifting. Remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect mower for the blade to clean any damage, and repair damage before performing any adjustments or repairs on the mower or to ensure tight fit of four inches, mulching is full. 2. Section 5 - Stopping Engine 1. WARNING: The operation of mower. If the grass has been allowed to propel mower. 2. To change speed, move speed control...
... run mower. NOTE: Make sure to stop . 3. NOTE: When selecting a drive speed, use and smooth shifting. Remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect mower for the blade to clean any damage, and repair damage before performing any adjustments or repairs on the mower or to ensure tight fit of four inches, mulching is full. 2. Section 5 - Stopping Engine 1. WARNING: The operation of mower. If the grass has been allowed to propel mower. 2. To change speed, move speed control...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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.... Lubricate pivot points on the blade and drive controls at the factory and does not require lubrication. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance General Recommendations • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • The warranty on this job. 1. To receive full value from lawn mower or place a piece of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments should be checked at least once each use to prevent...
.... Lubricate pivot points on the blade and drive controls at the factory and does not require lubrication. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance General Recommendations • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • The warranty on this job. 1. To receive full value from lawn mower or place a piece of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments should be checked at least once each use to prevent...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... water port on your garden hose to reach. Maintenance & Adjustments 17 Spark plug replacement is given below. Deck Wash (If Equipped) Your mower's deck may be equipped with a water port on its deck wash system. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced. Figure 6-2 4. Keep the engine and blade running for correct plug type and gap specifications. • Clean engine regularly with your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end...
... water port on your garden hose to reach. Maintenance & Adjustments 17 Spark plug replacement is given below. Deck Wash (If Equipped) Your mower's deck may be equipped with a water port on its deck wash system. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced. Figure 6-2 4. Keep the engine and blade running for correct plug type and gap specifications. • Clean engine regularly with your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... operating position. Service 7 Blade Care WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your belt replaced. Disconnect spark plug boot from the adapter for testing balance. 4. See Figure 7-1. Make sure that the air filter and the carburetor are facing up. 2. Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to keep the blade balanced. 18 lbs. Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. Remove the bolt and the blade bell support...
... operating position. Service 7 Blade Care WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your belt replaced. Disconnect spark plug boot from the adapter for testing balance. 4. See Figure 7-1. Make sure that the air filter and the carburetor are facing up. 2. Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to keep the blade balanced. 18 lbs. Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. Remove the bolt and the blade bell support...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... electric starter will reduce life and capacity of your lawn mower for correct engine storage instructions. • Secure side discharge chute to start with standard automotive 40 ampere fuse. Off-Season Storage The following steps to rust-proof the equipment. Carefully place wiring back into housing, and reattach battery cover. Figure 7-6 Store mower in Figure 7-6. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of the battery. Remove fuse...
... electric starter will reduce life and capacity of your lawn mower for correct engine storage instructions. • Secure side discharge chute to start with standard automotive 40 ampere fuse. Off-Season Storage The following steps to rust-proof the equipment. Carefully place wiring back into housing, and reattach battery cover. Figure 7-6 Store mower in Figure 7-6. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of the battery. Remove fuse...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... 3. Blade control disengaged. 2. Engine not primed (if equipped with CHOKE (if equipped) applied. 1. Fuel valve (if equipped) closed. 9. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Spark plug gap too close. 1. See engine manual. 9. Connect and tighten spark plug boot. 2. Clean fuel line; Clear vent. 4. Refer to engine manual. 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Balance blade. 2. Do not mow when grass is wet; Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass Cause Remedy 1. Spark plug boot disconnected. 3. Fuel tank...
... 3. Blade control disengaged. 2. Engine not primed (if equipped with CHOKE (if equipped) applied. 1. Fuel valve (if equipped) closed. 9. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Spark plug gap too close. 1. See engine manual. 9. Connect and tighten spark plug boot. 2. Clean fuel line; Clear vent. 4. Refer to engine manual. 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Balance blade. 2. Do not mow when grass is wet; Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass Cause Remedy 1. Spark plug boot disconnected. 3. Fuel tank...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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...not installed properly. 2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris. 3. Troubleshooting Debris clogging drive operation. 3. Remedy 1. Damaged or worn belt. 4. Problem Uneven cut Mower will not self propel High pullback effort Cause 1. Pulling mower backwards before pulling backwards. 22 Section 8 - Place front and rear wheels in same height position. (Dual Height Adjusters) 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Adjust drive control. (See Assembly & Set-up section). 1. Allow the unit to roll forward slightly without the drive lever(s) engaged before transmission...
...not installed properly. 2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris. 3. Troubleshooting Debris clogging drive operation. 3. Remedy 1. Damaged or worn belt. 4. Problem Uneven cut Mower will not self propel High pullback effort Cause 1. Pulling mower backwards before pulling backwards. 22 Section 8 - Place front and rear wheels in same height position. (Dual Height Adjusters) 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Adjust drive control. (See Assembly & Set-up section). 1. Allow the unit to roll forward slightly without the drive lever(s) engaged before transmission...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... products covered by either calling the phone number provided in your Operators Manual or looking up following your initial purchase, 2) first time starts after extended period(s) of non-use over one month or seasonal storage, 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 an authorized Cub Cadet service provider • Any engine used...
... products covered by either calling the phone number provided in your Operators Manual or looking up following your initial purchase, 2) first time starts after extended period(s) of non-use over one month or seasonal storage, 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 an authorized Cub Cadet service provider • Any engine used...
SC 500 hw Operator's Manual
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... have a one-year prorated limited warranty against defects in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with your area: In the U.S.A. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, call 1-800668-1238 or log on required maintenance and service intervals. Routine maintenance items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, engine oil, air filters, spark plugs and wheels. b. Replacement parts and\or accessories that vary in materials or workmanship. Cub Cadet shall not be liable for...
... have a one-year prorated limited warranty against defects in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with your area: In the U.S.A. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, call 1-800668-1238 or log on required maintenance and service intervals. Routine maintenance items such as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, engine oil, air filters, spark plugs and wheels. b. Replacement parts and\or accessories that vary in materials or workmanship. Cub Cadet shall not be liable for...