Cub Cadet CC 550 ES User's Manual
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1. Figure 6 1 4 The transmission is pre lubricated and sealed at the factory and does not require lubrication 5 Follow the Maintenance section in the engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for engine lubrication Deck Care Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent build up of grass clippings or other debris Follow steps below for this job 1 Disconnect spark plug wire Drain gasoline from lawn mower or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap 2 Tip mower so that it rests on the housing Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up Hold mower firmly WARNING Never tip the mower more than 90 in any direction and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine causing a starting problem 3 Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitable tool Do not spray with water 4 Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground If you had put plastic under the gas cap earlier make sure to remove it now Engine Care NOTE Refer to the operation and maintenance sections in the accompanying engine manual for detailed instructions Maintain oil level Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions Clean every fevv hours under extremely dusty conditions Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season Clean engine regularly vvith a cloth or brush Keep the area around the top of the engine clean2. 2 Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine crankshaft See Figure 7 1 Blade Adapter gt t aE Bolt Blade Bell Support Figure 7 1 3 Remove blade and adapter from the crankshaft See Figure 7 1 4 Remove blade from the adapter for testing balance Balance the blade on a round shaft screvvdriver to check Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly When sharpening the blade follow the original angle of grind Grind each cutting edge equally to keep the blade balanced WARNING An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds It may cause damage to mower and could break causing personal injury 5 Lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil Slide the blade adapter onto the engine crankshaft Place the blade on the adapter such that the side of the blade marked Bottom or with part number faces the ground when the mower is in the operating position Make sure that the blade is aligned and seated on the blade adapter flanges 6 Place blade bell support on the blade Align notches on the blade bell support with small holes in blade 7 Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to torque 450 in bs min 600 in lbs max To ensure safe operation of your movver periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque Belt Care 1 Disconne
3. Safe Operation Practices Set Up Operation Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty Cub Cadet OPERATOR S MANUAL Self Propelled Mower Model CC 550 ES A 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 CUB CADET LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Printed In USA Form No 769 07610 January 13 2012 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Lavvn Movver manufactured by Cub Cadet t vvas carefully engineered to provide excellent performance vvhen properly operated and maintained Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment t instructs you hovv to safely and easily set up operate and maintain your machine Please be sure that you and any other persons who will operate the machine carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage All information in this manual is relative to the most recent product information available at the time of printing Review this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine its features and operation Please be aware that this Operator s Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual
4. ditches or embankments you could lose your footing or balance 2 Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge 3 Do not mow on wet grass Unstable footing could cause slipping Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity They do not understand the dangers Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 Keep children out of the mowing area and under watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area Before and while moving backwards look behind and down for small children 4 Use extreme care when approaching blind corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower 5 Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler 6 MNever allow children under 14 years of age to operate this machine Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an adult Service Safe Handling 0f Gasoline 1 10 11 12 13 14 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious persona
5. 1 Onthe side of the mower lift the mulching plug 2 Slide chute hooks under hinge pin on mulching plug assembly Lower mulching plug See Figure 3 7 Do not remove side mulching plug at any time even when you are not mulching Figure 3 7 Adjustments Cutting Height 1 The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the rear left wheel See Figure 3 8 Figure 3 8 Pull the lever out and away from the mower b Move the lever forward or back for desired cutting height c Release lever towards mower deck Set Up Gas and Oil Fill Up Refer to the Engine Operation section in the Engine manual for additional engine information 1 Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out of the box 2 Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the Engine Operation section of the Engine manual WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition 3 Charge battery as instructed in the Service section of this manual Electric Start Units Section 3 AssEMBLY amp Set Up 12 Controls and Features Drive Control Recoil Starter Blade Control Electric Start Svvitch Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Figure 4 1 Blade Control The blade control is attached to the upper handle
6. Engine WARNING Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lavvn movver vvhile starting engine or operating movver Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Keep hands feet hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower 1 Push primer 3 times VVait about tvvo seconds betvveen each push See Figure 5 1 In temperature below 50 F prime 5 times After the engine is vvarmed up one prime may be needed for all temperatures Figure 5 1 2 Standing behind the mower squeeze and hold the blade control against upper handle 3 Start Pull the recoil starter lightly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly to overcome compression prevent kickback and start the engine Repeat if necessary See Figure 5 1 NOTE Do not allovv the recoil starter to snap back against the rope guide Electric Start Turn ignition key to the right to start the engine Release the key after the engine starts See Figure 5 1 If engine does not start it may be necessary to re prime the engine Stopping Engine 1 Release blade control to stop the engine and blade WARNING Wait for the blade to stop completely before performing any work on the mower or to remove the grass catcher Using Your Lawn Mower Be sure lawn is clear of stones sticks wire or other objects which could damage lawn mo
7. be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions Cub Cadet LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 877 282 8684 MTD Products Limited Kitchener ON N2G 4J1 Phone 1 800 668 1238 GDOC 100088 REV A
8. gap too close Adjust gap to 030 Idles poorly Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide Dirty air cleaner Reset gap to 030 or replace spark plug Refer to engine manual Excessive Vibration Cutting blade loose or unbalanced Bent cutting blade Tighten blade and adapter Balance blade See an authorized service dealer Mower will not mulch grass 20 Wet grass Excessively high grass Dull blade Do not mow when grass is wet wait until later to cut Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting path Sharpen or replace blade Continued on next page Problem Uneven cut Movver vvill not self propel Wheels not positioned correctly Dull blade Belt not installed properly Debris clogging drive operation Damaged or worn belt Place all four wheels in same height position if equipped with individual height adjusters Sharpen or replace blade Check belt for proper pulley installation and movement Stop engine disconnect spark plug boot and clean out debris Inspect and replace belt SECTION 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 21 Replacement Parts amp Accessories 9 Component Part Number and Description F 951 10292 Spark Plug 2 951 10298 Air Cleaner Kit 5 951 10300 2 Fuel Assembly 951 10358A
9. maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage In addition Cub Cadet may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter or any part thereof is altered modified disconnected or otherwise tampered with HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area In the U S A Check your Yellow Pages or contact Cub Cadet LLC at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 call 1 877 282 8684 or log on to our website at www cubcadet com In Canada Contact MTD Products Limited Kitchener ON N2G 4 1 call 1 800 668 1238 or log on to our website at www mtdcanada com Without limiting the foregoing this limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure b Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer c Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of
10. of the mower Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit Release it to stop engine and blade WARNING This blade control is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations Drive Control The drive control is located on the underside of the upper handle and is used to engage the drive Squeeze it against the upper handle to engage the drive release it to slow down or stop mower from propelling See Figure 4 1 Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left rear wheel To adjust the cutting height refer to the Assembly amp Set Up Section Recoil Starter The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit Electric Start Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located on the left side of the handle panel It is used only for the electric starter Primer The primer is located on the left side of the engine behind the air cleaner Pressing the primer forces fuel directly into the engine s carburetor to aid in starting the engine Mulch Plug The mulch plug is used for mulching purpose Instead of collecting the grass clippings in the grass catcher your mower has the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn Make sure that the rear discharge door is closed and the grass catcher is removed from unit while mulching peration Starting
11. result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Engine Exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating fingers hands toes and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death 1 DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in General Operation 6 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other 1 Read this operator s manual carefully in its entirety before foreign objects which could be tripped over or picked up attempting to assemble this machine Read understand and thrown by the blade Thrown objects can cause serious and follow all instructions on the machine and in the personal injury manual s before operation Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for orderin
12. to permit proper air circulation Remove all grass dirt and combustible debris from muffler area Replacing Rear Flap 1 2 To remove rear flap lift rear door and remove screvv on either side to remove from hole See Figure 6 2 Figure 6 2 Remove screvv and flap from opposite hole and replace vvith nevv flap in the opposite order and manner of removal Adjustments Drive Cable Your unit is equipped with an adjustable drive cable to adjust the tension on the drive cable You will need to adjust the drive cable if the mower does not propel itself with the drive control engaged or if the movver s wheels hesitate with the drive control engaged If either of these conditions occur rotate adjuster barrel making it longer will give more drive and shortening it will give less This will also increase or decrease the force required to engage the drive control See Figure 6 3 Figure 6 3 SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS 15 16 Service Blade Care WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks especially if you strike a foreign object Replace when necessary Follow the steps below for blade service 1 Disconnect spark plug boot from spark plug Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are facing up
13. Fuel Filter 634 04346 VVheel Front 934 04348 VVheel Rear 731 04177 Side Discharge Chute 964 04066 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 Component Part Number and Description 942 0739 Mulching Blade 954 04158 V Belt 725 04329 Battery Charger 925 0201 Key 925 04323 Battery 490 850 0005 Blade Removal Tool Accessories 490 850 0008 Oil Siphon 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 Section 9 REPLACEMENT Parts amp ACCESSORIES 23 CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR WALK BEHIND MOWERS IMPORTANT To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer Please see the operator s manual for information on required maintenance and service intervals The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the United States and or its territories and possessions and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise pu
14. ON 7 SERVICE 19 Troubleshooting Problem Engine Fails to start Blade control disengaged Spark plug boot disconnected Fuel tank empty or stale fuel Engine not primed if equipped with primer Faulty spark plug Blocked fuel line Engine flooded Fuel valve if equipped closed Engine not choked if equipped with choke 10 Burnt fuse Electric Start only Engage blade control Connect wire to spark boot Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Prime engine as instructed in the Operation section Clean adjust gap or replace Clean fuel line Wait a few minutes to restart but do not prime Open fuel valve See engine manual Choke engine See engine manual 10 Replace fuse see Service Section Engine runs erratic 1 Spark plug boot loose Blocked fuel line or stale fuel Vent in gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Unit running with CHOKE if equipped applied 1 Connect and tighten spark plug boot Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Clear vent Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel Refer to engine manual Push CHOKE knob in Engine overheats Engine oil level low Airflow restricted Fill crankcase with proper oil Clean area around and on top of engine Occasional skips hesitates at high speed Spark plug
15. ake sure that the unit has come to a complete stop 3 Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from the mower to remove the bag Dispose of the grass clippings and reinstall the bag when complete 13 14 Maintenance amp Adjustments Maintenance General Recommendations Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance The vvarranty on this lavvn movver does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from vvarranty operator must maintain the lavvn movver as instructed here Changing of engine governed speed will void engine warranty All adjustments should be checked at least once each season Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight VVARNING Alvvays stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine Lubrication 1 Lubricate pivot points on the blade and drive controls at least once a season with light oil These controls must operate freely in both directions See Figure 6 1 2 Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil or motor oil If wheels are removed for any reason lubricate surface of the pivot arm and inner surface of the wheel with light oil See Figure 6 1 3 Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point on the rear discharge door and side mulch plug periodically with light oil to prevent rust See Figure 6 1
16. arge Chute One Lawn Mower Operator s Manual One Engine Operator s Manual One Bottle of Oil Assembiy 2 Tighten star knobs securing lower handle to handle brackets See Figure 3 2 Make certain the lower handle is NOTE This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine seated securely into the handle mounting brackets Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the Engine Operation section of this manual BEFORE operating your mower Handle 1 Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles a Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in Figure 3 1 Do not crimp cable while lifting the handle up Remove star knobs from handle mounting brackets and secure the lower handle onto the handle brackets by placing the lower hole of the lower handle onto the pins of the handle brackets b Tighten star knobs securing upper handle to lower handle See Figure 3 1 Make sure that each carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle Figure 3 2 3 The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle Loosen the wing nut which secures it to the upper handle Refer to Figure 3 3 Figure 3 1 Figure 3 3 10 4 Insert post on cable ties into holes provided on the lower handle Pull cable tie tight and trim excess Grass Catcher 1 Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher if needed Make certain bag is turned right side out before assembling warning
17. as appliances To reduce fire hazard keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing General Service 1 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting 10 11 12 13 14 15 Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade for damage e g bent cracked vvorn Replace blade vvith the original equipment manufacture s O E M blade only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage Repair the damage b
18. as cap if applicable Replacing Battery WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid which may cause burns Do not short circuit or mutilate batteries in any way Do not put batteries in fire as these may burst or release toxic materials Loosen star knobs securing upper and lower handles and carefully fold the upper handle down toward the lower handle as shown in Figure 7 4 Figure 7 4 Remove the two screws securing battery cover to battery housing and place them to the side See Figure 7 4 Open battery cover remove positive and negative leads from battery remove and replace with new battery Connect the positive lead to the positive side of the battery pack then connect the negative side SECTION 7 SERVICE 17 18 NOTE The battery you have may differ slightly from the one shown in Figure 7 5 Refer to the Parts List Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Figure 7 5 IMPORTANT VVhen replacing battery pack in handle panel battery pack must be positioned vvith the positive terminal to the left side and the negative terminal to the right side of panel Positive terminal is closest to the key svvitch See Figure 7 5 Replacing battery pack incorrectly vvill cause serious damage Reattach battery cover to battery housing by securing vvith the tvvo screvvs removed earlier making sure to snap the vvire conduit on the left into place on the housing Fold handles back up and tighten star
19. ct the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine 2 Drain the fuel tank or place a piece of plastic beneath the cap to prevent gasoline leakage Tip mower on its side air cleaner side of engine up 4 Remove blade adapter and related hardware as instructed under Blade Care above See Figure 7 1 a Remove the self tapping screws that secures the engine baffle to the deck See Figure 7 2 Remove engine baffle Figure 7 2 b Loosen self tapping screw that secures deck baffle to the deck See Figure 7 2 c Working from the rear of the mower carefully remove belt from transmission pulley See Figure 7 3 Figure 7 3 d Once belt is off transmission pulley push down on deck baffle to access engine pulley and slide belt off this pulley and out from under the deck See Figure 7 3 Replace with new belt working it between the deck and baffle first around the transmission pulley and then the engine pulley NOTE Make certain that belt is seated correctly and that it is riding smoothly on the engine pulley and is not pinched between the lower and upper pulley halves Tighten self tapping screw securing deck baffle loosened earlier Replace engine baffle and secure with self tapping screws Replace blade blade adapter and associated hardware Follow instructions in Blade Care section for proper assembly Tip mower back onto its wheels and remove piece of plastic from under g
20. de of the machine are observed from the operating position The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s Manual packed separately with your machine for more information SON VICE da es s s O Troubleshootinq anasan 20 Replacement Parts amp Accessories 22 V arranty ban 24 MoDEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER Please register your product on our website www cubcadet com If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this machine you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below 0 Visit us on the web at www cubcadet com Ex See How to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www cubcadet com tutorials Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at 877 282 8684 0 Write to Cub Cadet LLC P O Box 361131 Cleveland OH 44136 0019 Important Safe Operation Practices 2 VVARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions vvhich if not follovved could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follovv all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may
21. efore starting and operating the mower Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is running Grass catcher components discharge cover and trail shield are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Do not change the engine s governor setting or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine Check fuel line tank cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks Replace if necessary Do not crank engine with spark plug removed Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Observe proper disposal laws and regulations Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA this product has an Average Useful Life of seven 7 years or 140 hours of operation At the end of the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively Failure to do so can
22. er machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES s dofs umop pue dn sadojs 10 ade ay 550 MOW SAEA V uonne enx sadojs seasHap S JO ss x ul s dols UO aUIYDeW a eJadO 104 oq yyeap 10 Aunful 5 Ul 1 9 ULD YIIYM S U PIDDL 870 01 pue JAAO dI 01 payeja 10722 JOfew e aie s dols jONINYWM 8008 z aNHI4 UONeJadO ayes 104 daa s 00 si dols y ABneb y moj q de e s S ni pue s dols ay s u no J9UIOD Ya v m n umop 10 dn abnebisni py aunBly pue P fqo y YUM nef adojs ay apis Jayya n u ajod 6 dofs y pulyaq 10 uo yDafqo E RH A Z paysep ay Huoje pue siy 340 5410 0 56 paa201d dols y u OL iNOlIVM4dO 44VS 43315 001 SI 440189 V Al INIWYALAG OL ADNVD 44015 SIHL ASN a Say m C bi aunbl4 90019 591 019 oGh_ abney adojs IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES SECTION 2 Assembly amp Set Up 3 Contents of Carton One Lawn Mower One Grass Catcher One Side Disch
23. facturer Failure to do so can result in personal injury SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 27 When starting engine pull cord slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly Rapid retraction of starter cord kickback will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go Broken bones fractures bruises or sprains could result 28 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgement Contact Customer Support for assistance or the name of the nearest service dealer Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury Operation on slopes requires extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it For your safety use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this machine on a sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees do not mow it Do 1 Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 2 Watch for holes ruts rocks hidden objects or bumps which can cause you to slip or trip Tall grass can hide obstacles 3 Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury If you feel you are losing your balance release the blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three 3 seconds Do Not 1 Do not movv near drop offs
24. g replacement parts 7 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction 2 Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use which may cause discharged material to ricochet back of this machine before operating it toward the operator 3 This machine is a precision piece of power equipment 8 To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury not a plaything Therefore exercise extreme caution at all stay in operator zone behind handles and keep children times This machine has been designed to perform one job bystanders helpers and pets at least 75 feet from mower to mow grass Do not use it for any other purpose while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters area 4 Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this 9 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine Children 14 and over should read and understand operation and while performing an adjustment or repair the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can and on the machine and should be trained and supervised cause serious injury to the eyes 2 10 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting 5 Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these slacks and shirts Shirts and pants that cover the arms rules of safe operation should be al
25. he blade control must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released Never operate the mower in wet grass Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury If you feel you are losing your footing release the blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Walk never run Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives walks or roads If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the blade control is released Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating Never operate mower without proper trail shield discharge cover grass catcher blade control or other safety protective devices in place and working Never operate mower with damaged safety devices Failure to do so can result in personal injury Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is running Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the manu
26. knobs SECTION 7 SERVICE Charging Battery WARNING The battery contains corrosive fluid and toxic material handle with care and keep away from children Do not puncture disassemble mutilate or incinerate the battery Explosive gases could be vented during charging or discharging Use in a well ventilated area away from sources of ignition NOTE The special designed plug on the charger will only fit into the plug on the battery box 1 Plug the battery charger into the port on the underside of the battery housing See Figure 7 6 Figure 7 6 2 Insert the battery charger plug into a standard 120 volt household outlet Charge battery for 8 to 10 hours before initial use Do not charge longer than 12 hours NOTE For optimal engine starting performance and battery life charge the battery after every use for 8 to 10 hours or until the green LED light illuminates If equipped Do not charge longer than 12 hours 3 After charging disconnect charger plug from outlet first then disconnect charger lead from battery IMPORTANT Do not remove the battery pack from the electric starter housing for any reason other than replacement IMPORTANT Always plug charger lead into battery pack lead first and then insert battery charger plug into 120 volt standard household outlet Follow this order of action every time you charge the battery Replacing Fuse The electric starter circuit and battery are protected by a 40 am
27. l injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately Use only an approved gasoline container Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area Never remove gas cap or add fuel while engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than 1 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide for fuel expansion Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move machine to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting engine Never store the machine or fuel container near an open flame spark or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other g
28. label will be on the outside a 2 Before attaching the grass catcher the mulching baffle must be removed a Hold blade control against upper handle b Remove mulching baffle See Figure 3 5 Pull starter rope out of the engine Release blade control handle Slip starter rope into rope guide Tighten wing nut Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side is at the bottom Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the frame See Figure 3 4 All the plastic channels except center top of bag attach from outside of bag Figure 3 5 3 Follow steps below to attach grass catcher a Lift rear discharge door b Place grass catcher on the pivot rod Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher See Figure 3 6 Figure 3 4 Attach center top of bag from inside of bag Lift rear discharge door Figure 3 6 To remove grass catcher lift rear discharge door on the mower Lift grass catcher up and out off of the pivot rod Release rear discharge door to allow it to close rear opening of mower WARNING Never operate mower unless the hooks on the grass catcher are firmly seated on the pivot rod and the rear discharge door rests firmly against top of the grass catcher Section 3 AssEMBLY amp Set Up Side Discharge Chute To convert to side discharge make sure grass catcher is off of the unit the rear mulch plug is removed and rear discharge door is closed
29. lowed to use this and legs and steel toed shoes are recommended Never machine operate this machine in bare feet sandals slippery or light weight e g canvas shoes 11 Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with blade can amputate fingers hands toes and feet 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling release the handle immediately Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking If you must back the mower away from a wall or obstruction first look down and behind to avoid tripping and then follow these steps Step back from mower to fully extend your arms b Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing c Pull the mower back slowly no more than half way toward you d Repeat these steps as needed Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Do not engage the self propelled mechanism on machines so equipped while starting engine The blade control is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operation Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade T
30. may not be applicable to all models We reserve the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices duadan 3 Assembly amp Set Up 9 Controls amp Features 12 Operation 13 Maintenance amp Adjustment 14 Record Product nformation Before setting up and operating your nevv equipment please locate the model plate on the equipment and record the information in the provided area to the right You can locate the model plate by standing at the operator s position and looking dovvn at the rear of the deck This information vvill be necessary should you seek technical support via our web site or with your local Cub Cadet dealer Product Registration and Customer Support If applicable the power testing information used to establish the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www opei org or the engine manufacturer s web site If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine phone your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly Cub Cadet s Customer Support telephone numbers website address and mailing address can be found on this page We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times Throughout this manual all references to right and left si
31. orized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product Read understand and follovv all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate Description READ THE OPERATOR S MANUAL S Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury keep hands and feet away Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place If damaged replace immediately DANGER BYSTANDERS Do not mow when children or others are around DANGER HAND FOOT CUT Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts DANGER THROWN DEBRIS Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade in any direction Wear safety glasses DANGER SLOPES Use extra caution on slopes Do not mow slopes greater than 15 WARNING GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling WARNING CARBON MONOXIDE Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas WARNING HOT SURFACE Engine parts especially the muffler become extremely hot during operation Allow engine AWG and muffler to cool before touching WARNING Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this pow
32. pere fuse f the fuse burns out the electric starter vvill not operate If the unit fails to start with the electric starter perform the following steps to check the fuse inside the battery housing 1 Open the battery cover as described in Replacing Battery See Figure 7 4 2 Remove fuse from socket and inspect as shown in Figure 7 7 If it is burned out replace with standard automotive 40 ampere fuse Blown Fuse Figure 7 7 3 Carefully place wiring back into housing close battery cover and fold upper handle back into place NOTE The engine can be started manually if the fuse burns out Off Season Storage The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage Clean and lubricate movver thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions Do not use a pressure vvasher or garden hose to clean your unit Coat mower s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting Store mower in a dry clean area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer When storing any type of power equipment in a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed care should be taken to rust proof the equipment Using a light oil or silicone coat the equipment especially cables and all moving parts of your lawn mower before storage Battery The battery must be stored with a full charge Extended storage of a discharged battery will reduce life and capacity of the battery SECTI
33. rchased or leased and used in Canada and or its territories and possessions either entity respectively Cub Cadet Cub Cadet warrants this product excluding its Normal Wear Parts and Batteries as described below against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three 3 years commencing on the date of original retail purchase or lease and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty 30 days from the date of original purchase or lease Normal wear parts include but are not limited to items such as belts blades blade adapters grass bags engine oil air filters spark plugs and wheels Batteries have a one year prorated limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship with 100 replacement during the first three months After three months the battery replacement credit is based on the months remaining in the twelve 12 month period dating back to the original date of original sale or lease Any replacement battery will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty period This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper
34. result in accidents injuries or death Do not modify engine To avoid serious injury or death do not modify engine in any way Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 5 Notice Regarding Emissions Engines vvhich are certified to comply vvith California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE Small Off Road Equipment are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline and may include the follovving emission control systems Engine Modification EM Oxidizing Catalyst OC Secondary Air Injection SAI and Three Way Catalyst TWC if so equipped SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Spark Arrestor WARNING This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrestor is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest engine auth
35. the United States and or Canada and their respective possessions and territories except those sold through Cub Cadet s authorized channels of export distribution d Replacement parts and or accessories that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts e Transportation charges and service calls f Cub Cadet does not warrant this product for commercial use There are no implied warranties including without limitation any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose No warranties shall apply after the applicable period of express written warranty above No other express warranties beyond those mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind Cub Cadet The exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above The terms of this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale and or lease of the products covered hereby Cub Cadet shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential loss or damage including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind
36. wer or engine Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others WARNING The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which can damage your eyes severely Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it 1 Once the engine is running squeeze the drive control against the upper handle to propel mower WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine Remove wire from the spark plug thoroughly inspect mower for any damage and repair damage before restarting and operating Extensive vibration of mower during operation is an indication of damage The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired Using as Mulcher For mulching grass remove the grass catcher and side discharge chute from the mower For effective mulching do not cut wet grass If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of four inches mulching is not recommended Use the grass catcher to bag clippings instead Using Grass Catcher You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are operating the mower 1 Attach grass catcher following instructions in the Assembly amp Set Up section Grass clippings will automatically collect in bag as you run mower Operate mower till grass bag is full 2 Stop engine completely by releasing the blade control M
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