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Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Self Propelled Mower - Models SC 500, SC 500 E, & SC 500 HW WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO
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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
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to assemble this machine. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering 7. replacement parts. 2. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper
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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
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Service: 1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug authorized service dealer to
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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 authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. 6 Section 2 - Important Safe Operation
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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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SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. 2. Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (e.g. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.) 3. Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ). 4. Adjust
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features are equally applicable to the high wheel model as well, unless otherwise noted. Assembly NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Fill up with gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying B engine manual BEFORE operating your mower. Handle 1. Remove any
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lower holes of handle as shown in Figure 3-5. C Figure 3-6 a. Hold blade control against upper handle. b. Slowly pull starter rope handle from engine and slip starter rope into the rope guide. See Figure 3-6. c. Tighten rope guide wing knob. d. Use cable tie(s) to secure cable(s) to lower handle
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discharge chute under hinge pin on mulching plug assembly. Lower the mulching plug. Do not remove side mulching plug at any time, even when you are fall when lever is moved outward). 2. Slide lever to desired position for a change in cutting height. See Figure 3-10 and Figure 3-11. 3 Higher 2
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. Set-Up Gas and Oil Fill-Up Refer to the separate engine owner's 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 separate engine owner's manual. WARNING: Use extreme care
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Release it to stop engine and blade. WARNING: This blade control is a safety a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. Use to the side instead, follow the instructions in the "Assembly & Set-Up" when the engine is running. Changing the speed control setting with the engine off can
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have a manual choke or primer. • Primer/Electric Start System: This features a primer on the engine and an electric start switch on the handle. To start your engine, follow the instructions for your type of starting system. Auto-Choke System 1. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control
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engine is running and while continuing to hold the blade control down, squeeze the drive control against the upper handle to propel mower. 2. To change . 1. Attach grass catcher following instructions in the "Assembly & Set object, stop the engine. Remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect
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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. WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before
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engine manual for a detailed list and instructions. • Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual. • Service air cleaner and carbon canister filter on essential carburetor parts. Figure 6-2 4. Turn the water on. 5. Start the engine as described in the Operation section. 6. Run the engine for a
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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. 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
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plug on the charger will only fit into the plug on the battery box. 1. Unhinge the cover seal and plug 2. Insert the battery charger plug into a standard 120 volt charging, disconnect charger plug from outlet first, plug charger lead into battery pack lead first, and then insert battery charger plug
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instructions. • Coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions -proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of your lawn mower before storage.
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Unit running with CHOKE (if equipped) applied. 1. Engine oil level low. 2. Air flow restricted. 1. Spark plug gap too close. 1. Engage blade control. 2. Connect wire to spark boot. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Prime engine as instructed in the Operation section. 5. Clean, adjust gap
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Place front and rear wheels in same height position. (Dual Height Adjusters) 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Check belt for proper pulley installation and movement. 2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris. 3. Inspect and replace belt. 4. Adjust drive control. (See Assembly
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Discharge Chute 942-0741A 942-0741A-X Mulching Blade Xtreme Mulching Blade 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
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Charger 725-04903† Battery 925-0201† Key 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 24 Section
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Model Number and Description 490-850-0005 Blade Removal Tool - Holds blade in place for faster, safer removal. SPW-134 Spark Plug Wrench - Duel ended wrench to serve multiple uses. Fits ¾" or 13⁄16" hex plug. 490-850-0008 Oil stable for changing/ sharpening blade and cleaning underside
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Component Model Number and Description 22216 STA-BIL® fuel Stabilizer, 32 oz - Treats 80 gallons of fuel. Keeps stored fuel fresh for quick, easy starts. Prevents corrosion
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regular maintenance service or parts, 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 for
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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