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CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty

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.

Form No. 769-04754

(January 12, 2009)

Self Propelled Mower — Model 98M7

Summary of Contents for 12A-98M7009

Page 1: ...et Up Operation Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH T...

Page 2: ...roduct specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models Cub Cadet LLC reserves the right to change product...

Page 3: ...and pets at least 75 feet from mower while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters area Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during 9 operation and while performing an adjustment or...

Page 4: ...25 adjustment while the engine is running Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by 26 the manufacturer Failure to do so can result in personal injury When starting engine pull cord slo...

Page 5: ...requent 3 intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade for damage e g bent cracked worn Replace blade with the original equipment manufacture s O E M blade only listed in this manual Use...

Page 6: ...al 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 ap...

Page 7: ...jury keep hands and feet away Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place If damaged replace immediately DANGER BYSTANDERS Do not mow when children or others are arou...

Page 8: ...a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely WARNING Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2...

Page 9: ...ach carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle B A Figure 3 1 Locate the hairpin clip on the weld pin on each side of 2 lower handle Remove hairpin clip from this hole Using a pair of a pliers ins...

Page 10: ...e wing nuts See Fig 3 6 Hold blade control against upper handle a Pull starter rope out of the engine Release blade b control Slip starter rope into rope guide c Attach cables to the lower handle with...

Page 11: ...holes to allow casters to rotate freely for turning Drive Control The adjustment wheel is located in the drive control handle housing and is used to tighten or loosen the drive belt You will have to a...

Page 12: ...Squeeze the drive control to engage the drive system Release the drive control to slow down when approaching an obstacle making a turn or stopping Recoil Starter Blade Control Drive Control Cutting He...

Page 13: ...d repair damage before restarting and operating Extensive vibration of mower during operation is an indication of damage The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired Using as Mulcher For mulchin...

Page 14: ...of 3 the grass catcher adapter door at least once a season with light oil to prevent rust See Fig 6 1 The transmission is pre lubricated and sealed at the factory 4 and does not require lubrication Fo...

Page 15: ...ner of removal Engine Care NOTE Refer to the Engine Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual for detailed instructions Maintain oil level Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal condi...

Page 16: ...h chassis grease to prevent rusting Refer to Engine Maintenance section for correct engine storage instructions Store mower in a dry clean area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertili...

Page 17: ...r cleaner 5 Unit running with CHOKE if equipped 6 applied Connect and tighten spark plug boot 1 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh 2 gasoline Clear vent 3 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fue...

Page 18: ...position 1 if equipped with individual height adjusters Sharpen or replace blade 2 Mower will not self propel Belt not installed properly 1 Debris clogging drive operation 2 Damaged or worn belt 3 Ch...

Page 19: ...ith oil Do not over fill Oil capacity is about 20 oz Use a 4 stroke or an equivalent high detergent premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U S automobile manufacturer s requirements for...

Page 20: ...s low slowly add oil to the upper limit on the 3 dipstick See Fig 9 2 inset Tighten dipstick firmly before starting engine 4 NOTE Do not overfill Overfilling with oil may cause smoking hard starting s...

Page 21: ...als and the kind of maintenance to be performed are described in the table below Follow the hourly or calendar intervals whichever occur first More frequent service is required when operating in adver...

Page 22: ...ss you handle used oil on a daily basis it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil NOTE Please dispose of used motor oil in a m...

Page 23: ...seats to compress the washer IMPORTANT The spark plug must be securely tightened An improperly tightened spark plug can become very hot and may damage the engine Spark Plug Service WARNING DO NOT che...

Page 24: ...rioration and gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts If the gasoline in your engine deteriorates during storage you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system comp...

Page 25: ...zed Cub Cadet service provider Repairs or adjustments to correct starting difficulties due to any of the following failure to follow proper maintenance procedures rotary mower blade striking an object...

Page 26: ...26 Model 98M7 28 14 16 17 18 10 41 42 44 35 8 34 45 7 43 4 30 3 2 1 32 9 13 10 26 39 38 37 36 15 19 22 21 27 25 23 24 31 40 42 43 6 33 29 12 11 20 5...

Page 27: ...ag Cover Assembly 20 712 04064 Flange Lock Nut 1 4 20 21 710 0653 TT Screw 1 4 20 x 375 22 710 0895 HL Screw 1 4 15 x 75 23 747 0937 0637 Grass Bag Frame Ref No Part Number Description 24 747 0939 Gra...

Page 28: ...40 44 2 37 59 32 31 41 39 7 9 6 10 11 13 30 23 38 35 36 34 47 23 27 29 30 28 26 45 48 24 25 23 22 21 20 12 13 14 6 56 18 53 17 55 15 16 56 19 50 54 4 49 51 52 55 33 58 57 3 5 46 48 23 14 12 8 43 Mode...

Page 29: ...x 830 OD 27 950 1056 Shlder Spacer 385ID x 715Lg 28 710 0653 Tap Screw 1 4 20 x 375 Ref No Part Number Description 29 682 7528 0637 Chain Cover Assembly 30 741 0324A Flge Bearing 506 ID x 590 Lg 31 6...

Page 30: ...30 Engine Model 5P70MO 29 29 26 28 14 17 10 11 18 20 15 13 30 21 9 3 8 7 1 2 19 6 5 4 12 27 22 23 16 25 24...

Page 31: ...Assembly 15 951 10307 Flywheel Key 16 951 10412A Air Cleaner Housing Assembly Complete 17 951 10342 Muffler Stud Assembly 18 951 10364 Fuel Line Kit Inc hoses clamps 19 951 10358 Fuel Filter 20 951 10...

Page 32: ...l Emissions Warranty Coverage Cub Cadet must warrant to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is 1 Designed built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regul...

Page 33: ...of any non exempted add on or modified parts shall be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim made in accordance with this article The engine manufacturer shall not be liable under this article to wa...

Page 34: ...Notes 34...

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Page 36: ...website at www cubcadet com In Canada Contact MTD Products Limited Kitchener ON N2G 4J1 call 1 800 668 1238 or log on to our website at www mtdcanada com Without limiting the foregoing this limited wa...

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