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Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08170 (May 7, 2012) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Track Drive Snow Thrower - 728 TDE 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.
Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08170 (May 7, 2012) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Track Drive Snow Thrower - 728 TDE 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.
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... is used to the OFF position. 12 Forward Your snow thrower has six forward (F) speeds, with position number one (1) being the slowest. Controls and Features Track Lock Lever Drive Control Shift Lever Headlight Chute Assembly Chute Clean Out Tool 4 Chute Directional Control Auger Control Heated Grips Steering Trigger Control Augers Skid...
... is used to the OFF position. 12 Forward Your snow thrower has six forward (F) speeds, with position number one (1) being the slowest. Controls and Features Track Lock Lever Drive Control Shift Lever Headlight Chute Assembly Chute Clean Out Tool 4 Chute Directional Control Auger Control Heated Grips Steering Trigger Control Augers Skid...
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... wear on the left side of the handles and they are used to Skid Shoe Adjustment on page 10. Track Drive Control / Auger Clutch Lock Track Steering Controls The track drive control is discharged out the chute assembly. Chute Assembly Snow drawn into the auger housing. If the auger... the operator can release the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will result in steering the snow thrower. Release both track steering controls held in open areas until you can be adjusted by positioning the skid shoes. Operate your machine's drive system. Chute Directional ...
... wear on the left side of the handles and they are used to Skid Shoe Adjustment on page 10. Track Drive Control / Auger Clutch Lock Track Steering Controls The track drive control is discharged out the chute assembly. Chute Assembly Snow drawn into the auger housing. If the auger... the operator can release the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will result in steering the snow thrower. Release both track steering controls held in open areas until you can be adjusted by positioning the skid shoes. Operate your machine's drive system. Chute Directional ...
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... control for continuous ground contact. Stop the engine as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening: 1. Controls and Features Track Lock Lever The track lock lever is located on the right side of the snow thrower and is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with... while leaving gravel undisturbed. Packed Snow Locks the front end of the three positions. The chute clean-out tool is used on the rear of track operation. Move the lever to the right, then forward or backward to one of the snow thrower down to clear a clogged chute assembly. Release...
... control for continuous ground contact. Stop the engine as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening: 1. Controls and Features Track Lock Lever The track lock lever is located on the right side of the snow thrower and is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with... while leaving gravel undisturbed. Packed Snow Locks the front end of the three positions. The chute clean-out tool is used on the rear of track operation. Move the lever to the right, then forward or backward to one of the snow thrower down to clear a clogged chute assembly. Release...
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...pace you wear gloves when using the heated grip. If the heated grip becomes too hot, turn left hand while you shift the track lock lever into one of the three operating locations, apply a downward force on the right handle with your right hand. NOTE: When positioning...position with . 2. With the throttle control in the Fast (rabbit) position, move the shift lever into the ON position. See Figure 5-2. Top View Track Lock Lever Packed Snow Normal Snow Transport Figure 5-2 Figure 5-1 15 CAUTION: It is recommended that you are comfortable with your left . Operation 5 Starting ...
...pace you wear gloves when using the heated grip. If the heated grip becomes too hot, turn left hand while you shift the track lock lever into one of the three operating locations, apply a downward force on the right handle with your right hand. NOTE: When positioning...position with . 2. With the throttle control in the Fast (rabbit) position, move the shift lever into the ON position. See Figure 5-2. Top View Track Lock Lever Packed Snow Normal Snow Transport Figure 5-2 Figure 5-1 15 CAUTION: It is recommended that you are comfortable with your left . Operation 5 Starting ...
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... and hex flange nuts which attach it rests on each side) and hex flange nuts. Remove the frame cover from the underside of housing. NOTE: Tracks removed for clarity. Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of carriage bolts are subject to the hex shaft. Lubrication Gear Shaft The gear (hex...
... and hex flange nuts which attach it rests on each side) and hex flange nuts. Remove the frame cover from the underside of housing. NOTE: Tracks removed for clarity. Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of carriage bolts are subject to the hex shaft. Lubrication Gear Shaft The gear (hex...
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... nut. Skid Shoes Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on adjusting the skid shoes. Loosen the hex nuts on the front track idler wheels on the front of the snow thrower. 2. Tighten the flange lock nut on each side of the... at either end of speeds (forward and reverse) cannot be achieved adjust the shift cable as follows: 1. See Figure 6-4. Track Tension Over time the track can stretch. Place the shift lever in the cable. 4. "J" Bolt Front Track Idler Wheel Hex Nut Figure 6-6 1. Figure 6-5 3. Pivot the bracket downward to the axle and tightens the...
... nut. Skid Shoes Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on adjusting the skid shoes. Loosen the hex nuts on the front track idler wheels on the front of the snow thrower. 2. Tighten the flange lock nut on each side of the... at either end of speeds (forward and reverse) cannot be achieved adjust the shift cable as follows: 1. See Figure 6-4. Track Tension Over time the track can stretch. Place the shift lever in the cable. 4. "J" Bolt Front Track Idler Wheel Hex Nut Figure 6-6 1. Figure 6-5 3. Pivot the bracket downward to the axle and tightens the...
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... is no resistance in the cable. 5. Lubricate the machine as follows: 1. Maintenance & Adjustments With the drive control released, push the snow thrower gently forward. The tracks should roll freely. 2. Shut off the engine as follows: 1. Do not overtighten the cable. See Figure 6-8. Figure 6-8 3. The unit should NOT be used for information...
... is no resistance in the cable. 5. Lubricate the machine as follows: 1. Maintenance & Adjustments With the drive control released, push the snow thrower gently forward. The tracks should roll freely. 2. Shut off the engine as follows: 1. Do not overtighten the cable. See Figure 6-8. Figure 6-8 3. The unit should NOT be used for information...
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... engine by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it rests on its auger housing. Remove the frame cover from the engine. See Figure 7-2. NOTE: Tracks removed for clarity Figure 7-2 5. See Figure 7-3. Figure 7-1 3. Figure 7-3 19
... engine by removing the self-tapping screws which secure it rests on its auger housing. Remove the frame cover from the engine. See Figure 7-2. NOTE: Tracks removed for clarity Figure 7-2 5. See Figure 7-3. Figure 7-1 3. Figure 7-3 19
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Replace the friction wheel rubber if any signs of the belt. 9. Remove the self-tapping screws from the engine. 2. NOTE: Tracks removed for clarity Figure 7-7 8. Reinstall the stop bolt. Slip the drive belt off the pulley and between friction wheel and drive pulley. Tip the snow ...
Replace the friction wheel rubber if any signs of the belt. 9. Remove the self-tapping screws from the engine. 2. NOTE: Tracks removed for clarity Figure 7-7 8. Reinstall the stop bolt. Slip the drive belt off the pulley and between friction wheel and drive pulley. Tip the snow ...
700 Series Snow Thrower Brochure
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...to match any surface - innoVaTiVe FeaTureS For an incrediBLe eXPerience. Heated hand grips give you progressive innovations only cub cadet can throw it back. 700 series Two-sTaGe snow Thrower 728 Tde ideaL For moderaTe To HeaVY, deeP, weT Snow, SLuSH, ice and wide areaS. all weaTher. You will... spend less time in -DasH HeaDliGHT 4-WaY sinGle-HanD cHUTe conTrol aDJUsTaBle Track DriVe 12" sTeel aUGer anD iMPeller cUB caDeT® oHV 4-cYcle enGine cool...
...to match any surface - innoVaTiVe FeaTureS For an incrediBLe eXPerience. Heated hand grips give you progressive innovations only cub cadet can throw it back. 700 series Two-sTaGe snow Thrower 728 Tde ideaL For moderaTe To HeaVY, deeP, weT Snow, SLuSH, ice and wide areaS. all weaTher. You will... spend less time in -DasH HeaDliGHT 4-WaY sinGle-HanD cHUTe conTrol aDJUsTaBle Track DriVe 12" sTeel aUGer anD iMPeller cUB caDeT® oHV 4-cYcle enGine cool...
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... Headlight Traction Deluxe skid shoes Shave plate Fuel capacity Engine Approximate weight Warranty† 728 TDE Standard (110 volt) Extended 28" 21" 12" Heavy-duty serrated steel 12" Steerable track drive Standard Power steering/trigger 6 forward/2 reverse Standard Standard 4-way/multi-directional/200...˚ 4-way/multi-directional/50˚ High-impact/clog-resistant Standard In-dash Track drive - 3 operating positions COOL BLUE™ rust-resistant, non-marking, reversible Steel 5 qt. 277cc Cub Cadet® OHV 4-cycle 245 lbs. 3-year limited residential 1-year limited commercial Premium ...
... Headlight Traction Deluxe skid shoes Shave plate Fuel capacity Engine Approximate weight Warranty† 728 TDE Standard (110 volt) Extended 28" 21" 12" Heavy-duty serrated steel 12" Steerable track drive Standard Power steering/trigger 6 forward/2 reverse Standard Standard 4-way/multi-directional/200...˚ 4-way/multi-directional/50˚ High-impact/clog-resistant Standard In-dash Track drive - 3 operating positions COOL BLUE™ rust-resistant, non-marking, reversible Steel 5 qt. 277cc Cub Cadet® OHV 4-cycle 245 lbs. 3-year limited residential 1-year limited commercial Premium ...