Cub Cadet BC 509 BC 509 Operator's Manual - Page 5

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING: To prevent serious injury, never perform maintenance or repairs with unit running. Always service and repair a cool unit. Disconnect the spark plug wire to ensure that the unit cannot start. Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any seasonal tune-up. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or skills. If you are unsure about these procedures take your unit to any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. NOTE: Please read the California/EPA statement that came with the unit for a complete listing of terms and coverage for the emissions control devices, such as the spark arrestor, muffler, carburetor, etc. FREQUENCY Every 10 hours Change 1st 10 hours Every 25 hours MAINTENANCE REQUIRED SEE Clean and oil air filter p. 5 Change oil p. 5 Change oil p. 5 Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust p. 5 Check spark plug condition and gap p. 5 LINE INSTALLATION WARNING: Never use metal-reinforced line, wire, chain or rope. These can break off and become dangerous projectiles. This section covers both SplitLine® and standard single line installation. Always use original equipment manufacturer 0.105 in. (2.67 mm) replacement line. Other types of line may make the engine overheat or fail. There are two methods to replace the trimming line: • Wind the inner reel with new line • Install a prewound inner reel Winding the Existing Inner Reel 1. Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew the bump knob clockwise (Fig. 27). Inspect the bolt inside the bump knob to make sure it moves freely. Replace the bump knob if damaged. 2. Remove the inner reel from the outer spool (Fig. 27). 3. Remove spring from the inner reel (Fig. 27). 4. Use a clean cloth to clean the inner reel, spring, shaft and inner surface of the outer spool (Fig. 28). 5. Check the indexing teeth on the inner reel and outer spool for wear (Fig. 29). If necessary, remove burrs or replace the reel and spool. NOTE: Always use the correct line length when installing trimming line on the unit. Outer Spool The line may not release properly if the Spring line is too long. Inner Reel Single Line Installation Bolt Go To Step 8 for SplitLine® Installation Bump Knob 6. Take approximately 18 feet (6 m) of new trimming line, loop it into two equal Fig. 27 lengths. Insert each end of the line through one of the two holes in the inner reel (Fig. 30). Pull the line through the inner reel so that the loop is as small as possible. Fig. 28 7. Wind the lines in tight even layers, onto the reel (Fig. 31). Wind the line in the direction indicated on the inner reel. Place your index finger between the two lines to stop the lines from overlapping. Do not overlap the ends of the line. Proceed to step 11. Index Teeth SplitLine® Installation 8. Take approximately 10 feet (3 m) of new trimming line. Insert one end of Fig. 29 the line through one of the two holes in the inner reel (Fig. 32). Pull the line through the inner reel until only about 4 inches is left out. 9. Insert the end of the line into the open hole in the inner reel and pull the line tight to make the loop as small as possible (Fig. 32). 10.Before winding, split the line back about 6 inches. 11.Wind the line in tight even layers in the direction indicated on the inner reel. Loop NOTE: Failure to wind the line in the direction indicated will cause the cutting attachment to operate incorrectly. Fig. 30 Loop Fig. 31 12.Insert the ends of the line into the two holding slots (Fig. 33). 13.Insert the ends of the line through the eyelets in the outer spool and place inner reel with spring inside the outer spool (Fig. 34). Push the inner reel and outer spool together. While holding the inner Fig. 32 reel and outer spool, grasp the ends and pull firmly to release the line from the holding slots in the reel. Holding Slots Fig. 33 NOTE: The spring must be assembled on the inner reel before reassembling the cutting attachment. 14.Hold the inner reel in place and install the bump knob by turning counterclockwise. Tighten securely. INSTALLING A PREWOUND REEL 1. Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew the bump knob clockwise (Fig. 27). Inspect the bolt inside the bump knob to make sure it moves freely. Replace the bump knob if damaged. Fig. 34 Spring 2. Remove the old inner reel from the outer spool (Fig. 27). 3. Remove the spring from the old inner reel (Fig. 27). 4. Place the spring in the new inner reel. NOTE: The spring must be assembled on the inner reel before reassembling the cutting attachment. 5. Insert the ends of the line through the eyelets in the outer spool (Fig. 34). 6. Place the new inner reel inside the outer spool. Push the inner reel and outer spool together. While holding the inner reel and outer spool, grasp the ends and pull firmly to release the line from the holding slots in the spool. 7. Hold the inner reel in place and install the bump knob by turning counterclockwise. Tighten securely. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL WARNING: To prevent extensive engine wear and damage to the unit, always maintain the proper oil level in the crankcase. Never operate the unit with a low oil level. The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil before each use: 1. Stop the engine and allow oil to drain into the crankcase. 2. Place the engine on a flat, level surface with the cutting head shield hanging off a work bench or table to get a proper oil level reading (Fig. 35). Fig. 35 Max Oil Fill Line Fig. 36 3. Keep dirt, grass clippings and other debris out of the engine. Clean the area around the dipstick before removing it. 4. Remove the oil fill plug. Oil Fill Plug 5. Look into the oil fill hole, use a flashlight if needed. The oil should be just touching the inner most thread (Fig. 36). 6. If the oil level is not touching the inner most thread on the oil fill hole, O-Ring add a small amount of oil to the oil fill hole and recheck (Fig. 37). Repeat this procedure until the oil level reaches the inner most thread on the oil fill hole. Oil Fill Hole NOTE: Do not overfill the unit. Fig. 37 NOTE: Make sure the O-ring is in place on the oil fill plug when checking and changing the oil (Fig. 37). CHANGING THE OIL CAUTION: Wear gloves to prevent injury when handling the unit. Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The oil will flow freely and carry away more impurities. 1. Remove the oil fill plug. 2. Pour the oil out of the oil fill hole and into a container by tipping the unit to a vertical position (Fig. 38). Allow ample time for complete drainage. Fig. 38 3. Wipe up any oil residue on the unit and clean up any oil that may have spilled. Dispose of the oil according to federal, state and local regulations. 4. Refill the crankcase with 3.04 fluid ounce (90 ml) of SAE 30 SF, SG, SH oil. (Fig. 39) Fill Line NOTE: Use the bottle and spout saved from initial use to measure the correct amount of oil. The top of the label on the bottle Fig. 39 Fig. 40 measures approximately 3.04 ounces (90 ml) (Fig. 40). Check the level. See Checking the Oil Level. If the level is low, add a small amount of oil and recheck. Do not overfill (Fig. 39). 5. Replace the oil fill plug. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Air Filter Failure to maintain your air filter properly can result in poor performance or can cause permanent damage to your engine. 1. Open the air filter cover. Push the tab on the under side of the cover inward. Then pull the air filter cover out and up. (Fig. 41). 2. Remove the air filter (Fig. 41). 3. Wash the filter in detergent and water. Rinse the filter thoroughly and allow it to dry. 4. Apply enough clean SAE 30 motor oil to lightly coat the filter. 5. Squeeze the filter to spread and remove excess oil. Back Plate 6. Replace the filter (Fig. 42). NOTE: If the unit is operated without the air filter, you will VOID the warranty. Air 7. Reinstall the air filter cover. Position the slots on the top of the air filter Filter cover onto the tabs at the top of the back plate (Fig. 42). 8. Swing the cover down until the tab on the air filter backplate snaps into place in the slot on the air filter cover (Fig. 41). Air Filter Cover Air Filter Tab Fig. 41 Tabs Locking Tab Fig. 42 IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT WARNING: The cutting attachment may spin during idle speed adjustments. Wear protective clothing and observe all safety instructions to prevent serious personal injury. The idle speed of the engine is adjustable. An idle adjustment screw is between the air filter cover and the engine starter housing (Fig. 43). NOTE: Careless adjustments can seriously damage your unit. An authorized service dealer should make carburetor adjustments. If, after checking the fuel and cleaning the air filter, the engine still will not idle, adjust the idle speed screw as follows: Idle Adjustment Screw 1. Start the engine and let it run at a high idle for a minute to warm up. Refer to Starting/Stopping Instructions. 2. Release the throttle trigger and let the engine idle. If the engine stops, insert a small Phillips screwdriver in between the air filter cover and the engine cover (Fig. 43). Turn the idle speed screw in, clockwise, 1/8 of a turn at a time (as needed) until the engine idles smoothly. NOTE: The cutting attachment should not rotate when the engine idles. Fig. 43 3. If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine idles, turn the idle speed screw counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn at a time (as needed), to reduce idle speed. Checking the fuel, cleaning the air filter, and adjusting the idle speed should solve most engine problems. If not and all of the following are true: • the engine will not idle • the engine hesitates or stalls on acceleration • there is a loss of engine power Have the carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer. ROCKER ARM CLEARANCE View Of The Rear Engine Cover This service requires disassembly of the engine. If feeling unsure or unqualified to perform this service, take the unit to an authorized service center. • The engine must be cold when checking or adjusting Screws the valve clearance. • This task should be performed inside, in a clean, dust free area. 1. Remove the six (6) screws on the back of the engine cover with a Flat-head or T-25 Torx screwdriver (Fig. 44). 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire. 3. Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head by turning a 5/8 in. socket counterclockwise. 4. Remove the engine cover (Fig. 44). 5. Clean dirt from around the rocker arm cover. Remove Fig. 44 the screw holding the rocker arm cover with a large flat blade screwdriver or Torx Rocker Arm T-25 bit (Fig. 45). Remove the rocker arm cover and gasket. Cover 6. Pull the starter rope slowly to bring the piston to the top of its travel, (known as top dead center). Check that: • The piston is at the top of its travel while looking in the spark plug hole (Fig. 45). Spark Plug Hole • Both rocker arms move freely, and both valves are closed. If these statements are not true, repeat this step. Fig. 45 Screws 5