Cub Cadet 2X 530 SWE 2X 524 WE Operator's Manual

Cub Cadet 2X 530 SWE Manual

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    Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Two Stage Snow Thrower - 524 WE, 524 SWE, 526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE
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    To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Cub Cadet Snow Thrower. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate
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    or death. Training 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts. 2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper
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    9. Exercise caution when changing direction and while d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is operating on slopes. Do not operate on steep slopes. hot or running. 10. Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling
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    change the engine governor setting or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine. 5. Snow thrower manual for instructions. 7. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 8. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil
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    HOT SURFACE Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine and muffler to cool before touching. WARNING! Your Responsibility-Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and
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    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 Assembly Remove all loose parts before assembling. Handle Assembly 1. Place the
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    3-6 3. Place chute onto chute base and ensure chute control NOTE: The chute will not rotate without squeezing the rod is positioned under the handle panel. Install hex bolt trigger on the joystick. previously removed but do not secure with wing nut at this 5. time. See Figure 3-5. Rotate
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    snuggly into the pinion 9. gear. Support the rear of the dash panel with guide on top of the engine. See Figure 3-10. NOTE: For smoothest operation, the cables should all be to the left of the hex rod. NOTE: Models included with your snow thrower. Store them in your snow thrower's dash panel until
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    a gravel driveway NOTE: If you choose to operate the snow thrower on a gravel surface, keep the skid shoes in position for maximum clearance between the ground and the shave plate. To adjust the skid shoes: 1. Loosen the four hex nuts (two
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    on models with 4-Way Chute Control are also controlled by the Chute Directional Control. See Figure 4-1. The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by changing the angle of the chute assembly. To do so: 1. Stop the engine. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual. Remove the key from the engine and
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    slower and two (2) is the faster. When engaged, the augers rotate and draw snow into the auger housing. Chute Assembly Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute assembly. Headlight The headlight is located on the handle panel and is automatically turned on when the engine is
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    . The left and right wheel steering trigger controls are located on the underside of the handles. • Squeeze the right control to turn right. • Squeeze the left control to turn left. CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in open areas until you are familiar with these controls. Section 4 - Controls and
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    engine. While standing in the operator's position (behind the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly. The chute directional control is located on the left side of the dash panel. • To change the direction in which snow
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    and Stopping the Engine Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual packed with your snow thrower for instructions on starting and stopping the engine. To Engage Drive 1. With the throttle control in the Fast (rabbit) position, move shift lever into one of the six forward (F) positions or two reverse
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    Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance Engine Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual. Tire Pressure Refer to Assembly and Set-up section for information regarding tire pressure. Shave Plate and Skid Shoes The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. They
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    slack in the cable. 4. Apply a light coating of engine oil (or 3-in-1 oil) to the hex 4. Retighten the hex nut. shaft. oil on the aluminum drive plate or the rubber friction wheel. Doing so will hinder the snow thrower's drive Auger Control Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions
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    storing the snow thrower in an unventilated area, rustproof the machine using a light oil or silicone to coat the snow thrower. 4. Clean the exterior of the engine and the snow thrower. NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for information on storing your engine. 18 Section 6 - Maintenance
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    underside of the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it. See Figure 7-3. 1. Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel. Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine. 2. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws
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    auger pulley, and slip the Drive Belt belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. See Figure 7-5. To remove and replace your snow thrower's drive belt, proceed as follows: 1. To prevent spillage, remove all fuel from tank by running engine until it stops. Do not attempt to pour fuel
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    or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for information on ordering a Service Manual. To inspect the friction wheel, proceed as follows: 1. Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel. Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine. 2. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward
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    to reassemble to the snow thrower frame and lightly tap the shaft's end to components. dislodge the ball bearing from the right side of the frame. See Figure 7-9. 8. Perform the Drive Control test on page 18 in the Maintenance in the Maintenance and Adjustments section.
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    Troubleshooting 8 Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start Engine running erratically/ inconsistent RPM (hunting or surging) Engine overheats Excessive vibration Loss of power Unit fails to propel itself Unit fails to discharge snow Engine fails to start Chute fails to easily rotate 180
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    (530 SWE) Stainless Steel Shave Plate (530 SWE) 731-05632 Key 951-10292 Spark Plug Phone (800) 965-4CUB 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. 24
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    accessories are available for your Cub Cadet snow thrower. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your snow thrower for information regarding price and availability. Model Number Description 929-0071A Extension Cord, 110V 753-05762A Heated Grips* OEM-390-679 Drift
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    Notes 11 26
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    Section 11 - Notes 27
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    , accident, improper 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
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CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
O
PERATOR
S
M
ANUAL
Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation •
Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting •
Warranty
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.
Form No. 769-08161
(May 29, 2012)
Two Stage Snow Thrower — 524 WE, 524 SWE,
526 SWE, 528 SWE & 530 SWE