Cub Cadet SC 100 Support Question
Cub Cadet SC 100 Support Question
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Question posted by Anonymous-145903 on November 6th, 2014
Cub Cadet Sc100 Push Mower Won't Run?
Ran great for first 5 months, less than 6 months since purchase and it STARTS, but WON'T RUN. the minute it starts, it shuts itself off. Was very happy with this mower until now. Any ideas??
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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on December 1st, 2014 10:47 AM
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If your mower starts but won't stay running, it's likely either a problem in the fuel tank/fuel line or carburetor. Try flushing the gas tank and carburetor, giving the carburetor a good cleaning to make sure no holes are clogged, and checking the fuel hose for burrs or blockages. Then fill the gas tank with new, fresh gas and give the mower a try.
One way you can test if it's the carburetor is to start the mower then pump the primer -- if the mower runs as long as you press the primer bulb but then dies as soon as you stop, there is a clog or blockage inside the carburetor. You can also test it by spraying some starting fluid into the engine, through where gas would enter from the carburetor -- if the mower runs longer than otherwise, then dies, fuel isn't getting to the engine.
If it's a new mower, the air filter probably isn't the culprit, but if the above solution doesn't work, check the air filter to be sure it's not dirty.
One way you can test if it's the carburetor is to start the mower then pump the primer -- if the mower runs as long as you press the primer bulb but then dies as soon as you stop, there is a clog or blockage inside the carburetor. You can also test it by spraying some starting fluid into the engine, through where gas would enter from the carburetor -- if the mower runs longer than otherwise, then dies, fuel isn't getting to the engine.
If it's a new mower, the air filter probably isn't the culprit, but if the above solution doesn't work, check the air filter to be sure it's not dirty.
Related Cub Cadet SC 100 Manual Pages
Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers Warranty Information - Page 1
...three months, the battery replacement credit is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS, through Cub Cadet's authorized...for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for loss, damage, or injury to new merchandise purchased or leased and ... materials or workmanship. CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR
WALK-BEHIND MOWERS
IMPORTANT: To obtain ...
Signature Cut Series Push Lawn Mower Brochure - Page 1
... experience. An experience no one walk-behind mower is miles ahead of push- Introducing the Signature Cut™ Series. The Cub Cadet Signature Cut™ Series offers four new ...construction
Cub cadet® performance tuned engines
3-YEAR Surestart Guarantee®
(select models)
3-in a walk-behind mowers
SIGNATURE CUT™ SERIES
SC 100 SC 500 hw SC 500 e SC 500 z
DESIGNED FOR lawn ...
Signature Cut Series Push Lawn Mower Brochure - Page 2
... CUT™ SERIES
walk-behind mowers
Push Mower
Specifications Engine Engine Start Drive Deck Cutting System Height Adjustment Cutting Height Cutting Options Deck Wash Front End Front/Rear Wheels Tires Handle/Bail Bagging Mulch Plug Approximate Weight Warranty†
SC 100 159cc Cub Cadet® OHV Autochoke w/Surestart Guarantee®*
Push 21" steel Cub Cadet Signature Cut™ Dual-lever...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 1
...
Form No. 769-08331 (November 27, 2012) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
Operator's Manual
Mower - Model SC 100
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. Printed In USA...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 2
...Cub Cadet LLC • P.O.
Throughout this manual, all times. This information will be aware that you, and any other persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the recommended safety practices at the time of product specifications for purchasing a Lawn Mower... or questions concerning the machine, phone your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly. All information in ...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 3
.... This machine is to be used. operate this manual in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light-
Therefore, exercise extreme caution at least 75 feet from mower
to mow grass. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious personal injury.
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 4
...rotating.
23. Tall grass can occur if the operator is running engines. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments... both directions and automatically return to rotate for the cause. Shut the engine off if a child enters the area.
3. ...machine on the machine and be sure of the mower being pulled over should start to the mower and the mowing activity. Do:
1. Unstable ...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 5
... to another area. Allow machine to improper performance and compromise safety!"
10. Never run an engine indoors or in the area.
8. Check the blade and engine mounting...excessively. Extinguish all moving parts or allow objects to prevent unintended starting and operating the mower.
8. Wait 5 minutes before starting .
3. Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and trail shield ...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 7
...Use extra caution on the machine before attempting to cool before refueling. CARBON MONOXIDE Never run an engine indoors or in any direction.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless... is in this manual and on this power machine to cool at least two minutes before touching. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to persons who read, understand...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 9
Handle
1.
Figure 3-3 9 a.
A
• One Bottle of Carton
• One Lawn Mower
•
• One Lawn Mower Operator's Manual •
One Grass Catcher One Engine Operator's Manual
Assembly
NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower. Do not crimp cables while lifting the handle up as instructed...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 11
...
Assembly & Set-Up
11 Side Discharge Chute
B
Your mower is closed.
1. On the side of side discharge chute under hinge pin on the mower.
Figure 3-9
2. A
B
Figure 3-8
To remove grass..., lift rear discharge door on
mulching plug assembly. b. Lift grass catcher up and off of mower. See Figure 3-9. Side Mulching Plug
1 A
2
Figure 3-7
2. Do not
remove side mulching...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 12
...cigars, pipes and other sources of the box.
2. See Figure 3-10. For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment levers to fall when lever is a cutting height adjustment lever located above the... Figure 3-11 inset.
3. Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out of ignition.
12
Section 3 - Gasoline is hot or running. Handle Pitch
For convenience of operation, you may ...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 13
... deck wash system. To adjust the cutting height, refer to start the unit.
13 Depress and squeeze it to operate the unit. Your mower's deck is located on cutting deck. WARNING: Keep hands and...Adjustment Lever
Figure 4-1
Blade Control
Deck Wash
The blade control is shipped as part of the mower. Release it against the upper handle to stop engine and blade. One adjustment lever is ...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 14
... pull grass bag up and away from any lawn mower can use the grass catcher to close the rear opening of the grass clippings and reinstall the bag when complete. Dispose of mower. Never run mower. Stopping Engine
1. WARNING: The operation of mower during operation is full. 2. Operation
5
Starting Engine
WARNING: Be sure no one other objects...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 15
...plug, and ground against engine before performing any maintenance.
• The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
Lubricate pivot ...from warranty, operator must operate freely in both directions. This control must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here.
• Changing of maintenance on the blade control at least...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 16
Use the deck wash to reach. Push the mower to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of your house, garage, parked cars, etc.
2. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the cutting deck to the engine manual.
• Clean...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 18
...plugged. 4. See engine manual. 1. Push CHOKE knob in same height
position. ...minutes to engine manual.
1. Drain fuel tank. Fill crankcase with choke). 1. Balance blade.
2. Faulty spark plug. 6. Unit running...again at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass †
Uneven cut...Engine Fails to start
Engine runs erratic
Engine overheats Occasional skips (hesitates)...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 19
...
Wheel
731-07131
Discharge Chute
942-0741A 942-0741A-X
Mulching Blade Xtreme Mulching Blade
764-04082A Grass Bag
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).
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 23
... to any period of non-use over three months
• Any starting problem which results from an authorized Cub Cadet service provider
• Any engine used for the duration of the manufacturer's limited warranty applicable to your mower (including its components by following your expense.
Repair by an Cub Cadet authorized service dealer is not liable for...
SC 100 Operator's Manual - Page 24
... described below is altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with 100% replacement during the first three months. You assume the risk and liability for a period of three (3) years, commencing on to any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for whom it was purchased as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments...
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