Cub Cadet 3X 24 HD 3X 24034 Operator's Manual

Cub Cadet 3X 24 HD Manual

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    Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Three Stage Snow Thrower - 3X 24, 3X 26, 3X 28, 3X 24 HD, 3X 26 HD, 3X 28 HD, & 3X 30 HD WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS
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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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    manual and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an adult. 4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction. 5. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. Plan your snow on slippery surfaces. 3. Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle for all
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    . 10. Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge in front of the machine. inch below bottom of filler neck manual, use and automatically return to the disengaged position when care and good judgment. Contact Customer Support for released. assistance and the name of your nearest servicing
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    snow throwers snow from machine and prevent freeze up of auger/impeller. 10. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc. 11. Always refer to the operator's manual for proper instructions service
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    on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING- ROTATING BLADES Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while
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    Shear Pins • Chute Control Rod or Flex Shaft • Engine Manual • Snow Thrower Operator's Manual • Chute Assembly • Product Registration Card There are two chute left (above), see page 8 for assembly instructions. If your product resembles the image on the right (above), see page 10 for assembly
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    lower rear area of the snow thrower to be sure both cables are aligned with roller guides before pivoting the handle upward. support bracket. See Figure 3-3. Chute Control Head Chute Support Bracket Chute Chute Base Figure 3-1 NOTE: Make certain the cables are seated properly in the roller guides
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    : The chute will not rotate without squeezing the trigger on the joystick. Figure 3-8 NOTE: The chute control rod will fit snuggly into the pinion gear. Support the rear of the dash panel with one hand while inserting the rod with your other hand to ensure the rod is inserted all the
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    the pinion gear if required. Refer to page 24 for Chute Control Rod adjustments. Figure 3-11 2. . 8. Finish securing chute control head to chute support bracket with wing nut, clevis pin, and bow that all cables are properly routed through the cable guide on top of the engine. See Figure 3-10
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    NOTE: Make certain the cables are seated properly in the roller guides. See Figure 3-13. Chute Assembly 1. Remove the lock nuts and hex screws from chute support bracket. Position the chute assembly over the chute base. See Figure 3-15. Chute Control Head 1 2 Figure 3-13 5. Reattach the two
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    that all cables are properly routed through the cable guide on top of the engine. See Figure 3-10. Set-Up Shear Pins Storage Replacement auger shear pins and bow tie cotter pins are included with your snow thrower. Store them in your snow thrower's dash panel until needed. See Figure 3-20. Figure
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    Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared is uneven, such as 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. Figure 3-22 Section 3 - Assembly & Set
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    It should NOT be tight. Figure 3-24 9. Retighten the upper hex screw. 10. Repeat steps 2 through 6 above to verify proper adjustment has been achieved. 2. In a well-ventilated area, start the snow thrower engine. Refer to your Engine Operator's Manual. 3. While standing in the operator's position
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    Chute-Pitch Control † Auger Control Heated Grips † Steering Trigger Control Overhead Chute Directional Control † Augers Skid Shoe † If Equipped Figure 4-1 Snow thrower controls and features are described below and illustrated in Figure 4-1. Shift Lever The shift lever is located in the right
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    handle. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing action. Release to stop. Drive Control / Auger Clutch Lock To activate the control to turn left. CAUTION: Operate the snow thrower in open areas until you are familiar with these controls. 16 Section 4
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    snow. Their use is optional for normal snow conditions. Maneuver the snow thrower so that the cutters penetrate a high standing snow drift to assist snow and the Drive Control. 2. Stop the engine. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual. Remove the key. 3. Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which
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    Operation 5 Starting 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
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    Maintenance 3. Engine Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual. 4. 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 should be checked
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    the hex shaft, be careful not to get any oil on the aluminum drive plate or the rubber friction wheel. Doing so will hinder the snow thrower's drive system. Wipe off any excess or spilled oil. Adjustments Shift Rod (If Equipped) If the full range of speeds (forward and reverse) cannot be
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    gently attempt to push the snow thrower forward. The wheels should not turn. The unit should not roll freely. If any of the above tests failed, the drive cable is in need of adjustment. Proceed as follows: 1. Shut off the engine as instructed in the separate engine manual. 2. Loosen the lower hex
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    Clean the exterior of the engine and the snow thrower. IMPORTANT: When storing unit or when it is not being serviced, it is to remain in the operating position with both wheel and auger housing on the ground. NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for information on storing your engine. Figure
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    Service 7 Belt Replacement Auger Belt 3. Loosen and remove the two bolts and flat washers securing the belt guide. See Figure 7-2. Remove belt guide. To remove and replace your snow thrower's auger belt, proceed as follows: 1. Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel. Do not attempt to
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    authorized service dealer to have the drive belt replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for assistance. Friction Wheel Inspection If the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control engaged, and performing the drive control cable adjustment fails to correct the problem
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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 as instructed in the Engine Operator's Manual. 5.
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    Shave Plate (3X 24) Shave Plate (3X 24 HD) Shave Plate (3X 26) Shave Plate (3X 26 HD) Shave Plate (3X 28) Shave Plate (3X 28 HD) Shave Plate (3X 30 HD) 951-10630 Key 951-10292 Spark Plug Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and
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    10 The following attachments and 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
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    tires. Auger Gearbox - Cub Cadet warrants the auger gearbox (on threestage snow thrower models only) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years, commencing on the date of the snow thrower's original purchase. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH
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CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
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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. 769-09764
(May 29, 2014)
Three Stage Snow Thrower — 3X 24, 3X 26, 3X 28, 3X 24 HD, 3X
26 HD, 3X 28 HD, & 3X 30 HD