Cub Cadet 221 HP 221 LHP Operator's Manual

Cub Cadet 221 HP Manual

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  • Cub Cadet 221 HP | 221 LHP Operator's Manual - Page 1
    Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Model 221 HP Model 221 LHP Single-Stage Snow Thrower - Models 221 HP & 221 LHP WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE
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    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 and maintain your machine
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    electric start engines. 4. Disengage all control levers before starting the engine. 5. Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running, except where specifically recommended in the operator's manual. 6. Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow
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    machine capacity by attempting to clear g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. snow at too fast of a rate. h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine. 13. Never operate this machine without good
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    in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage. 4. Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine. 5. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to wear and damage. For your
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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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    5W-30 Oil One Engine Operator's Manual • One Chute Rotation Control Assembly • One Electric Starter Cord (If equipped) NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all snow thrower models and the
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    2. Pivot the upper handle into the operating position. Be sure Installing the Chute not to pinch any of the cables in the process. See Figure 3-2. 1. On the 221 HP model place the chute handle on the lower chute as shown in Figure 3-4. Skip to step 2 for 221 LHP models. Be certain that the handle is
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    assembly. See Figure 3-8. Figure 3-8 Figure 3-6 3. Remove the screw and hex lock nut from the universal Installing the Chute Rotation Control Assembly (Model 221 LHP only) joint. See Figure 3-9. 1. Remove the four hex washer screws from the back of the handle (two on each side). See Figure
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    manual bag. 2. Place the eye bolt and handle knob on the upper handle as shown in Figure 3-11. Do not fully tighten the hardware until instructed to do so. Recoil Starter Handle Eye Bolt Handle Knob Figure 3-11 NOTE: The opening of the eye bolt should face toward the back of the snow thrower
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    start the engine. Auger EZ Chute (Model 221 HP) When engaged, the auger rotation draws snow into the auger The rotation of the chute is controlled by rotating the chute control handle left or right. The angle/distance that snow is thrown is changed by manually tilting the upper chute to the
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    : Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for instruction on starting, stopping and operating the engine. Engaging the Auger 1. To engage the auger and start throwing snow, squeeze the auger control against the handle. Release to stop the auger. See Figure 5-1. Chute Controls (Model 221 LHP) Refer to
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    Chute Control (Model 221 HP) Refer to Figure 5-3 for the chute controls. Upper Chute Chute Control Handle Wing Nut Figure 5-3 To increase the angle/distance snow is thrown, pull up/back on the upper chute. To decrease the angle/distance snow is thrown, push down/forward on the upper chute. To
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    Test the snow thrower to see if there is a noticeable difference. If after the adjustment to the control cable the auger still hesitates when rotating, see the Service section for instructions on replacing the belt. Reversible Shave Plate Figure 6-1 4. Tip the snow thrower back to the operating
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    help hold it in place. NOTE: An oil drain extension kit is available separately. Contact your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact Cub Cadet's Customer Support for kit #753-06684. 3. Change the oil and/or the spark plug as instructed in your Engine Operator's manual. 4. Re-install the lower panel by
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    Service 7 Replacing Belt 1. Run the snow thrower until the fuel tank is empty. 2. Pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is felt. Then tip the snow thrower the belt follow these instructions and refer to Figure chute. 6. Tip the snow thrower back to the operating position and pull the
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    as instructed in the Maintenance & Adjustments section. 2. Secure the replacement rubber paddles to the auger using the hardware removed earlier. 6. Tighten securely once adjusted. Engine Refer to the Engine Operators manual packed separately with your snow thrower for service information
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    Troubleshooting 8 Problem Excessive vibration Cause 1. Loose parts or damaged auger. Snow thrower fails to selfpropel Augers continue to rotate Snow thrower fails to discharge snow 1. Auger control cable out of adjustment. 2. Auger drive belt loose or damaged. 1. Auger control cable out of
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    634-04347 Wheel Assembly, 8" 925-1629 Lamp, #1156 (Model 221 LHP) 751-14006 Fuel Cap 731-05632 Key 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
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    exported outside of 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 that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. e. Service completed by someone other than an authorized
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CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
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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.
Single-Stage Snow Thrower — Models 221 HP & 221 LHP
Model 221 HP
Model 221 LHP
Form No. 769-08241
(June 6, 2012)