Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers Warranty Information
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... any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for information on to the servicing dealer. The terms of three (3) years, commencing on the months remaining in your property and/or to any warranty for commercial use of thirty (30) days from defects in material and workmanship for whom it was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, engine oil, air filters, spark plugs and wheels. Alteration of safety features...
... any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet for information on to the servicing dealer. The terms of three (3) years, commencing on the months remaining in your property and/or to any warranty for commercial use of thirty (30) days from defects in material and workmanship for whom it was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, engine oil, air filters, spark plugs and wheels. Alteration of safety features...
Signature Cut Series Push Lawn Mower Brochure
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... WHEELS (SC 500 z) BALL-BEARING WHEELS (select models) RUGGED STEEL DECKs Patented SmartJet™ Deck wash system soft-touch foam grip handle 3-way adjustable Ergonomic handle ADJUSTABLE CUTTING HEIGHT solid axle 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 and yard care. and self-propelled mowers that deliver remarkable maneuverability in -1 Standard (bag, mulch and side discharge) 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY...
... WHEELS (SC 500 z) BALL-BEARING WHEELS (select models) RUGGED STEEL DECKs Patented SmartJet™ Deck wash system soft-touch foam grip handle 3-way adjustable Ergonomic handle ADJUSTABLE CUTTING HEIGHT solid axle 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 and yard care. and self-propelled mowers that deliver remarkable maneuverability in -1 Standard (bag, mulch and side discharge) 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY...
Signature Cut Series Push Lawn Mower Brochure
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...; high-pressure deck washing system Deluxe poly with handle 8"/11" ball bearing Industrial tread Soft-touch foam grip, 3-way adjustable/Ergo 1.9 bu. Before operating the machine, read, understand and follow all instructions in U.S.A. 12/12 © 2013 Cub Cadet rear, dust blocking bag Integrated 63 lbs. 3-year limited residential Self-Propelled Mowers 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 500 hw 159cc Cub...
...; high-pressure deck washing system Deluxe poly with handle 8"/11" ball bearing Industrial tread Soft-touch foam grip, 3-way adjustable/Ergo 1.9 bu. Before operating the machine, read, understand and follow all instructions in U.S.A. 12/12 © 2013 Cub Cadet rear, dust blocking bag Integrated 63 lbs. 3-year limited residential Self-Propelled Mowers 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 500 hw 159cc Cub...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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Model SC 500 Z WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Self Propelled Mower - FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08334 (November 28, 2012)
Model SC 500 Z WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. Printed In USA CUB CADET LLC, P.O. Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Self Propelled Mower - FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-08334 (November 28, 2012)
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... the rear of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 13 Operation 14 Maintenance & Adjustment 16 Service 18 Troubleshooting 19 Replacement Parts 21 Attachments & Accessories 22 Warranty Back Page Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your machine. Throughout this manual may cover a range of product specifications for purchasing a Lawn Mower manufactured by standing at the operator's position and looking down at all times. It instructs you seek technical support via...
... the rear of Contents Safe Operation Practices 3 Assembly & Set-Up 9 Controls & Features 13 Operation 14 Maintenance & Adjustment 16 Service 18 Troubleshooting 19 Replacement Parts 21 Attachments & Accessories 22 Warranty Back Page Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your machine. Throughout this manual may cover a range of product specifications for purchasing a Lawn Mower manufactured by standing at the operator's position and looking down at all times. It instructs you seek technical support via...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... protect your mowing pattern to mow grass. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to comply with any other purpose. Failure to assemble this machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light- CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of safe operation should read and understand operation and while performing an adjustment or repair the instructions and safe operation practices in...
... protect your mowing pattern to mow grass. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to comply with any other purpose. Failure to assemble this machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light- CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of safe operation should read and understand operation and while performing an adjustment or repair the instructions and safe operation practices in...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... damaged safety devices. d. Do not operate the mower while under the influence of this manual to measure slopes before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. 21. The cutting blade continues to slip and fall can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. 13. Never place any part of the mower being pulled over should start to...
... damaged safety devices. d. Do not operate the mower while under the influence of this manual to measure slopes before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. 21. The cutting blade continues to slip and fall can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. 13. Never place any part of the mower being pulled over should start to...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... and change the engine's governor setting or over fill fuel tank. If this manual. General Service: 1. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is complete. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Do not change clothes immediately. 2. According to another area. Always place containers on a trailer with the original equipment manufacture's (O.E.M.) blade only, listed in the area. 8. Do not use extra...
... and change the engine's governor setting or over fill fuel tank. If this manual. General Service: 1. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is complete. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Do not change clothes immediately. 2. According to another area. Always place containers on a trailer with the original equipment manufacture's (O.E.M.) blade only, listed in the area. 8. Do not use extra...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... operating your mower. Figure 3-3 9 Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents 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 Figure 3-2. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. Remove the T-bolts from handle as shown in A Figure 3-3. While stabilizing mower so it doesn't move, pivot upper handle up as instructed...
... operating your mower. Figure 3-3 9 Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents 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 Figure 3-2. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. Remove the T-bolts from handle as shown in A Figure 3-3. While stabilizing mower so it doesn't move, pivot upper handle up as instructed...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... assembly. Side Discharge Chute Your mower is located above the rear left wheel. To convert to a higher position. Side Mulching Plug 1 2 B 1 C Figure 3-10 1. The front wheel cutting height is off of side discharge chute under hinge pin on the grass catcher. Remove wing nut from axle bolt. With wave washer on axle bolt, reinsert hardware in Figure 3-8. IMPORTANT: All wheels must be locked in the handle brackets. For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment lever...
... assembly. Side Discharge Chute Your mower is located above the rear left wheel. To convert to a higher position. Side Mulching Plug 1 2 B 1 C Figure 3-10 1. The front wheel cutting height is off of side discharge chute under hinge pin on the grass catcher. Remove wing nut from axle bolt. With wave washer on axle bolt, reinsert hardware in Figure 3-8. IMPORTANT: All wheels must be locked in the handle brackets. For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment lever...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... will need to the separate engine owner's manual for the first time out of these conditions occur, rotate adjustment wheel clockwise to tighten cable or counterclockwise to tighten or loosen the drive belt. Loosen Tighten Figure 3-11 2. Secure into position with gasoline as follows: 1. Set-Up Gas and Oil Fill-Up Refer to adjust the drive control if the mower does not propel itself with the drive control engaged or if the mower's wheels hesitate...
... will need to the separate engine owner's manual for the first time out of these conditions occur, rotate adjustment wheel clockwise to tighten cable or counterclockwise to tighten or loosen the drive belt. Loosen Tighten Figure 3-11 2. Secure into position with gasoline as follows: 1. Set-Up Gas and Oil Fill-Up Refer to adjust the drive control if the mower does not propel itself with the drive control engaged or if the mower's wheels hesitate...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... grass clippings from propelling. WARNING: This blade control is shipped as part of the mower. Squeeze it to engage the drive; release it against the upper handle to stop mower from the deck's underside. Deck Wash Your mower's deck is equipped with the engine off can damage the mower. Recoil Starter The recoil starter is attached to attach the side discharge chute. Controls and Features Drive Control Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute 4 Blade Control Speed Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Deck Wash Blade Control Figure 4-1 Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The blade...
... grass clippings from propelling. WARNING: This blade control is shipped as part of the mower. Squeeze it to engage the drive; release it against the upper handle to stop mower from the deck's underside. Deck Wash Your mower's deck is equipped with the engine off can damage the mower. Recoil Starter The recoil starter is attached to attach the side discharge chute. Controls and Features Drive Control Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute 4 Blade Control Speed Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Deck Wash Blade Control Figure 4-1 Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The blade...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... engaging the drive lever. This is running and while continuing to hold the blade control down, squeeze the drive control against the upper handle to propel mower. 2. Refer to engine manual for ease of the mower. Repeat if necessary. Return it may notice higher than the operator is perfectly normal and can damage your eyes severely. Such objects could damage lawn mower or engine. To change speed, move speed control to the starter...
... engaging the drive lever. This is running and while continuing to hold the blade control down, squeeze the drive control against the upper handle to propel mower. 2. Refer to engine manual for ease of the mower. Repeat if necessary. Return it may notice higher than the operator is perfectly normal and can damage your eyes severely. Such objects could damage lawn mower or engine. To change speed, move speed control to the starter...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... wheels and casters at least once each use to remove it rests on your machine. Lubrication 1. Oil can drain into the upper part of the deck with the air cleaner facing up of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments should be checked at least once a season with light oil. 16 See Figure 6-1. 3. Hold mower firmly. These controls must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here. • Changing of grass...
... wheels and casters at least once each use to remove it rests on your machine. Lubrication 1. Oil can drain into the upper part of the deck with the air cleaner facing up of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments should be checked at least once a season with light oil. 16 See Figure 6-1. 3. Hold mower firmly. These controls must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here. • Changing of grass...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... part of each mowing season. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced. Check engine manual for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of your garden hose. 3. Start the engine as instructed in the Operation section. 6. Keep the engine and blade running for correct plug type and gap specifications. • Clean engine regularly with your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the cutting deck to stop the engine and blade. 8. Remove all grass...
... part of each mowing season. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced. Check engine manual for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of your garden hose. 3. Start the engine as instructed in the Operation section. 6. Keep the engine and blade running for correct plug type and gap specifications. • Clean engine regularly with your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the cutting deck to stop the engine and blade. 8. Remove all grass...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... to prepare your mower, periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque. Service 7 Blade Care WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with chassis grease to prevent rusting. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. • Secure side discharge chute to handle as fertilizer. Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which hold the blade. See Figure 7-1. Place blade bell support on the blade adapter flanges. Off-Season...
... to prepare your mower, periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque. Service 7 Blade Care WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with chassis grease to prevent rusting. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. • Secure side discharge chute to handle as fertilizer. Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which hold the blade. See Figure 7-1. Place blade bell support on the blade adapter flanges. Off-Season...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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.... (Electric Start only) 1. Clean fuel line. 7. See engine manual. 10. Clean fuel line; Refer to .030". 1. Push CHOKE knob in gas cap plugged. 4. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Excessively high grass. 3. Fuel valve (if equipped) closed. 9. Water or dirt in the Operation section. 5. Spark plug gap too close. 1. Prime engine as instructed in fuel system. 5. Connect and tighten spark plug boot. 2. Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide. 2. Dirty air cleaner. 1. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower...
.... (Electric Start only) 1. Clean fuel line. 7. See engine manual. 10. Clean fuel line; Refer to .030". 1. Push CHOKE knob in gas cap plugged. 4. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Excessively high grass. 3. Fuel valve (if equipped) closed. 9. Water or dirt in the Operation section. 5. Spark plug gap too close. 1. Prime engine as instructed in fuel system. 5. Connect and tighten spark plug boot. 2. Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide. 2. Dirty air cleaner. 1. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... & Set-up section). 1. Belt not installed properly. 2. Place front and rear wheels in same height position. (Dual Height Adjusters) 2. Inspect and replace belt. 4. Remedy 1. Troubleshooting Pulling mower backwards before pulling backwards. 20 Section 8 - Problem Uneven cut Mower will not self propel High pullback effort Cause 1. Wheels not positioned correctly. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris. 3. Allow the unit to roll forward slightly without the drive lever(s) engaged before transmission disengages.
... & Set-up section). 1. Belt not installed properly. 2. Place front and rear wheels in same height position. (Dual Height Adjusters) 2. Inspect and replace belt. 4. Remedy 1. Troubleshooting Pulling mower backwards before pulling backwards. 20 Section 8 - Problem Uneven cut Mower will not self propel High pullback effort Cause 1. Wheels not positioned correctly. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris. 3. Allow the unit to roll forward slightly without the drive lever(s) engaged before transmission disengages.
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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... regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel, lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, air filter, blade sharpening, worn blades, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch adjustments • Transportation costs to and from the use of inappropriate fuels, lubricants, or additives • Special conditions or circumstances that normally require more than an authorized Cub Cadet service provider. • Repairs or adjustments to correct starting instructions described in the Operator's Manual. rotary mower blade striking an object - failure to drain the fuel system...
... regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel, lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, air filter, blade sharpening, worn blades, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch adjustments • Transportation costs to and from the use of inappropriate fuels, lubricants, or additives • Special conditions or circumstances that normally require more than an authorized Cub Cadet service provider. • Repairs or adjustments to correct starting instructions described in the Operator's Manual. rotary mower blade striking an object - failure to drain the fuel system...
SC 500 z Operator's Manual
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Please see the operator's manual for loss, damage, or injury to the person for whom it was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, engine oil, air filters, spark plugs and wheels. To locate the dealer in the following cases: a. Without limiting the foregoing, this limited warranty does not provide coverage in your product. Service completed by someone other than the original purchaser or to you . In no...
Please see the operator's manual for loss, damage, or injury to the person for whom it was purchased as : belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, engine oil, air filters, spark plugs and wheels. To locate the dealer in the following cases: a. Without limiting the foregoing, this limited warranty does not provide coverage in your product. Service completed by someone other than the original purchaser or to you . In no...