Cub Cadet SC 700 e Operation Manual - Page 13

OPERATION G. GRASS CATCHER (IF EQUIPPED) The grass catcher, located at the rear of the mower, is used to collect the grass clippings for disposal. Once the bag is full, remove it up through the handles and empty it before any further mowing. H. MULCH PLUG (IF EQUIPPED) The mulch plug is located on the right side of the mower and is used for mulching purposes (recirculating the clippings back to the lawn). I. REAR MULCH PLUG (IF EQUIPPED) On select mowers, the mulch plug is a separate component. If equipped, this mulch plug must be installed into the rear bagging discharge area when using the mower as a mulcher (recirculating the clippings back to the lawn). J. SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE (IF EQUIPPED) The side discharge chute is used to discharge grass clippings to the side of the mower instead of collecting the clippings in the grass catcher or using the mower as a mulcher. WARNING Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label on the unit. K. SIDE DISCHARGE BLOWER (IF EQUIPPED) The side discharge blower is used to blow leaves, grass clippings and debris to the side. L. TRAIL SHIELD The trail shield is attached to the rear of the mower and is there to protect the operator from flying debris. Do not use the mower unless the shield is fully functional and in place. M. DECK WASH (IF EQUIPPED) Your mower's deck may be equipped with a fast attach deck wash nozzle on its surface as part of its deck wash system. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the deck's underside. N. BUMPER (IF EQUIPPED) The bumper is used to protect the front of the mower. Gasoline And Oil Fill-up IMPORTANT: Refer to the separate Engine Operator's Manual for additional engine information. This mower is shipped without gasoline (fuel) or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed before starting or operating your lawn mower. 1. Add provided oil before starting mower for the first time as instructed in the separate Engine Operator's Manual. 2. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the separate Engine Operator's 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. To Start Engine WARNING Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. 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. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for instructions on starting and stopping the engine. To Stop Engine Release blade control to stop the engine and blade. NOTE: If equipped with an electric starter push key, remove the key when the mower is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation. WARNING Wait for the blade to stop completely before performing any work on the mower or to remove the grass catcher. Check blade stopping time is within 3 seconds. If blade does not stop within 3 seconds contact your Service Center. 13