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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Self Propelled Mower - Models SC 500 Z/ SC 500 EZ WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO
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To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Lawn Mower manufactured by Cub Cadet. 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
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manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING! CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of
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when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. 21. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. 22. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass
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gas. 2. 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. 3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also
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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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8 Slope Gauge Section 2 - Important Safe Operation Practices (OK) Figure 1 15° Slope (TOO STEEP) Figure 2 15° Slope 15° dashed line USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the
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Fuse† † If Equipped One Grass Catcher One Engine Operator's Manual Assembly NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Fill up with gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower. Handle 1. Remove any packing material which may
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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. 5. Use cable tie(s) to secure cable(s) to lower handle
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sure grass catcher is off of the unit and rear discharge door is closed. 1. On the side of the mower, lift the side mulching plug. See Figure 3-9. Side Mulching Plug 1 2 Figure 3-7 2. Follow steps below to attach grass catcher: a. Lift rear discharge door. b. Place grass catcher into the slots
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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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control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the drive control to operate the unit. Release it to stop engine and blade. Your mower's deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings
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parts on engine and lawn mower. Refer to engine manual for help with the engine. 1. Standing behind the mower, pull the blade control back against the drive control. See Figure 5-1. 2. Recoil Start: While holding the blade the rear opening of mower. For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass. If
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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. Deck Wash Your mower
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jobs required for good 3. performance by the mower is given below. Follow the accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions. • Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual. • Service air cleaner and carbon canister filter every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean
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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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If you frequently stop and restart the mower during each cut throughout the season (for instance when bagging), more frequent charging may be necessary. 3. After charging, disconnect charger plug from outlet first, then disconnect charger lead from battery and reattach cover seal. IMPORTANT: Do not
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Coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. • Secure side discharge chute to handle as shown in Figure 7-6. Figure 7-5 3. Carefully place wiring back into housing, and reattach battery cover. NOTE: The engine
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Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine Fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skips (hesitates) at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass Cause Remedy 1. Blade control disengaged. 2. Spark plug boot disconnected. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel
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. 2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris. 3. Inspect and replace belt. 4. Adjust drive control. (See Maintenance & Adjustments section). 1. Allow the unit to roll forward slightly without the drive lever(s) engaged before pulling backwards. Section 8 - Troubleshooting 21
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Spark Plug 951-10358A Fuel Filter 951-10298 Air Cleaner Kit 951-14407 Fuel Cap Assembly 634-04733 634-04714 Wheel (Front) Wheel (Rear) 731-07131 Discharge Chute 942-0741A 942-0741-X Mulching Blade Xtreme Mulching Blade 964-05005 Grass Bag Phone 877-282-8684 for your nearest Cub Cadet
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954-04282 Belt 725-06121† Battery Charger 725-04903† Battery 731-09728† Push 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
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Attachments & Accessories Component 10 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 Siphon - Makes it easy
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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 from moisture and ethanol-induced attraction. Prevents gum and varnish. 490-290-0012 Mower Cover - Protects your mower
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Notes 11 26
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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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(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