Cub Cadet 828 SWE Manuals

Safety • Assembly • Operation • Adjustments • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A. READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION IMPORTANT OPERATOR’S MANUAL Two-Stage Snow Thrower — Model 828 SWE FORM NO. 769-02596 06/2006  Finding and Recording Model Number Table of Contents This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Customer Support .............................................. 2 Safety Labels....................................................... 3 Safe Operation Practices.................................... 4 Setting Up Your Snow Thrower........................... 6 Operating Your Snow Thrower.......................... 10 Making Adjustments......................................... 14 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower........................16 Off-Season Storage............................................22 Troubleshooting..................................................23 Illustrated Parts List...........................................24 Warranty.........................................................31-32 BEFORE ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information to the sample model plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear of the snow thrower. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site or when obtaining assistance from an authorized Cub Cadet dealer. Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this unit, you can contact the dealer you purchased the unit from or choose from the options below: www.cubcadet.com CUB CADET LLC P. O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OH 44136 DEALER LOCATOR PHONE NUMBER: 877-282-8684 1. Visit cubcadet.com for many useful suggestions. Click on Customer Service or the Service Locator to find the nearest Cub Cadet service dealer in your area. 2. To reach the Customer Dealer Referral Line, please call 1-877-282-8684. 3. The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine- related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, packed separately with your unit, for more information.  SAFETY LABELS A chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting clip. The tool is designed to clear a chute assembly of ice and snow. This item is fastened with a cable tie at the factory. Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. WARNING: Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before using the clean-out tool to clear the chute assembly. Cleanout Tool WARNING This symbol points out important safety instruc- tions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING! Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the ma- chine.