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Replacement Parts

Component

Part Number and Description

954-04195A

Auger Drive Belt

954-04201A

Wheel Drive Belt

684-04153C

Friction Wheel Assembly

935-04054

Friction Wheel Rubber

925-1629

Lamp, 12V

738-04124A

Shear Pin, 1.50

714-04040

Bow-tie Cotter Pin

731-06931

Skid Shoe, Deluxe

931-2643

Chute Clean-out Tool

790-00121

Shave Plate (3X 26)

790-00525

Shave Plate (3X 26 HD)

790-00118

Shave Plate (3X 28)

790-00550

Shave Plate (3X 30 HD)

951-10630

Key

951-10292

Spark Plug

Phone

(800) 965-4CUB

to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number

ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com.

Summary of Contents for 3X 24

Page 1: ...ration 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 08980A July 2 2013 Three Stage Snow Thrower 3X 26 3X 26 HD 3X 28 3X 30 HD ...

Page 2: ...ction at all times Throughout this manual all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position 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 machine for more infor...

Page 3: ...he eyes 2 Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer garments Do not wear jewelry long scarves or other loose clothing which could become entangled in moving parts Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery surfaces 3 Use a grounded three wire extension cord and receptacle for all machines with electric start engines 4 Adjust auger housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock...

Page 4: ...g 5 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas 6 Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs 7 Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch Keep children away 8 Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic ...

Page 5: ... where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as a water heater furnace clothes dryer etc 11 Always refer to the operator s manual for proper instructions on off season storage 12 Check fuel line tank cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks Replace if necessary 13 Do not crank engine with spark plug removed 14 According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the U S ...

Page 6: ...et near rotating parts in the auger impeller housing or chute assembly Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw objects which can cause serious personal injury WARNING GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling WARNING CARBON MONOXIDE Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ven...

Page 7: ...now Thrower Operator s Manual There are two chute control styles available that determine your method of assembly Refer to the image above to determine which chute control style you have If your product resembles the image on the left above see page 8 for assembly instructions If your product resembles the image on the right above see page 10 for assembly instructions ...

Page 8: ...ping the holes in the rod pointing upward See Figure 3 4 Figure 3 4 3 Place chute onto chute base and ensure chute control rod is positioned under the handle panel Install hex bolt previously removed but do not secure with wing nut at this time See Figure 3 5 4 Way Assembly Remove all loose parts before assembling Handle Assembly 1 Place the shift lever in the Forward 6 position as shown in Figure...

Page 9: ...3 8 Figure 3 8 NOTE The chute control rod will fit snuggly into the pinion gear Support the rear of the dash panel with one hand while inserting the rod with your other hand to ensure the rod is inserted all the way into the pinion gear NOTE The hole is a reference for aligning the rod with the indicator arrow on the pinion gear and will be visible after the rod has been inserted Figure 3 5 4 Sque...

Page 10: ...e panel over it when pivoting the handle upward Figure 3 12 7 Push the chute control rod toward the control panel until the hole in the rod lines up with the hole in the chute control input closest to the chute control head and insert the hairpin clip removed earlier See Figure 3 9 Figure 3 9 NOTE The second hole is used to achieve further engagement of the chute control rod into the pinion gear i...

Page 11: ... earlier Remove and discard any remaining rubber bands if present They are for packaging purposes only Chute Assembly 1 Remove the lock nuts and hex screws from chute support bracket Position the chute assembly over the chute base See Figure 3 15 1 1 2 2 Chute Assembly Chute Base Chute Support Bracket Chute Control Head Figure 3 15 2 Place chute assembly onto chute base 3 Secure chute control head...

Page 12: ...e dash panel See Figure 3 18 Figure 3 18 7 Remove the cotter pin and washer from the ferrule on the end of the shift rod See Figure 3 19 inset Figure 3 19 8 Insert the ferrule into the top hole of the shift lever and secure with the cotter pin and washer removed in the previous step 9 Check that all cables are properly routed through the cable guide on top of the engine See Figure 3 10 Set Up Shea...

Page 13: ...mmended pressure The tires are over inflated for shipping purposes Check the tire pressure before operating the snow thrower Refer to the tire side wall for tire manufacturer s recommended psi and deflate or inflate the tires as necessary NOTE Equal tire pressure is to be maintained at all times for performance purposes Adjustments Skid Shoes The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted at the factory...

Page 14: ...the cable should have very little slack It should NOT be tight 2 In a well ventilated area start the snow thrower engine Refer to your Engine Operator s Manual 3 While standing in the operator s position behind the snow thrower engage the auger 4 Allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately ten 10 seconds before releasing the auger control Repeat this several times 5 With the auger control ...

Page 15: ...rface conditions Adjust upward for hard packed snow Adjust downward when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces See Set Up Assembly section Augers When engaged the augers rotate and draw snow into the auger housing Chute Assembly Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute assembly Headlight The headlight is located on the handle panel and is automatically turned on when th...

Page 16: ...e augers will remain engaged Release both controls to stop the augers and wheel drive Note Always release the drive control before changing speeds Failure to do so will result in increased wear on your machine s drive system Heated Grips If so Equipped CAUTION It is recommended that you wear gloves when using the heated grip If the heated grip become too hot turn it off To activate the heated grip...

Page 17: ...crease the distance snow is thrown Drift Cutters If so Equipped The drift cutters are designed for use in deep snow Their use is optional for normal snow conditions Maneuver the snow thrower so that the cutters penetrate a high standing snow drift to assist snow falling into the augers for throwing Chute Clean Out Tool WARNING Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly Shut off engine ...

Page 18: ...pen areas and at slow speeds until you are familiar with the drive control and comfortable operating the steering controls Engage Heated Grips If so Equipped CAUTION It is recommended that you wear gloves when using the heated grip If the heated grip become too hot turn it off To activate the heated grips move the switch found on the rear of the dash panel into the ON position See Figure 5 1 Figur...

Page 19: ...gure 6 1 NOTE Augers not shown for clarity Figure 6 1 NOTE The shave plate on HD units only has a wear edge that can be adjusted forward to prolong its life As the shave plate wears it can be moved into a second position To move shave plate 1 Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel 2 Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing 3 Loosen the rear ski...

Page 20: ...d forward so that it rests on the auger housing 3 Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self tapping screws which secure it Refer to Figure 6 5 Figure 6 5 4 Apply a very light coating of engine oil or 3 in 1 oil to the hex shaft See Figure 6 6 NOTE When lubricating the hex shaft be careful not to get any oil on the aluminum drive plate or the rubber friction...

Page 21: ...tructions on adjusting the auger control cable Skid Shoes Refer to the Assembly and Set up section for instructions on adjusting the skid shoes Drive Control When the drive control is released and in the disengaged up position the cable should have very little slack It should NOT be tight NOTE If excessive slack is present in the drive cable or if the snow thrower s drive is disengaging intermitte...

Page 22: ...ure 6 11 Chute Assembly Overhead Chute Control If so Equipped If the chute fails to remain stationary during operation the pre load of the chute can be adjusted by tightening the hex nut found on the front of the chute control assembly To increase the preload tighten the hex nut clockwise in turn intervals See Figure 6 12 Figure 6 12 If the chute directional control is difficult to crank decrease ...

Page 23: ...gine by removing the two self tapping screws See Figure 7 1 Figure 7 1 3 Roll the auger belt off the engine pulley See Figure 7 2 Figure 7 2 4 Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing 5 Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self tapping screws which secure it See Figure 7 3 Figure 7 3 6 Loosen and remove the shoul...

Page 24: ...tomer Support as instructed on page 2 for assistance Friction Wheel Inspection If the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control engaged and performing the drive control cable adjustment fails to correct the problem the friction wheel may need to be replaced NOTE Special tools are required and several components must be removed in order to replace the snow thrower s friction wheel rubber S...

Page 25: ...or damaged auger 1 Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire Tighten all bolts and nuts If vibration continues have unit serviced by an authorized Service Center Loss of power 1 Spark plug wire loose 2 Gas cap vent hole plugged 1 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Remove ice and snow from gas cap Be certain vent hole is clear Unit fails to propel itself 1 Drive control cable in nee...

Page 26: ...4040 Bow tie Cotter Pin 731 06931 Skid Shoe Deluxe 931 2643 Chute Clean out Tool 790 00121 Shave Plate 3X 26 790 00525 Shave Plate 3X 26 HD 790 00118 Shave Plate 3X 28 790 00550 Shave Plate 3X 30 HD 951 10630 Key 951 10292 Spark Plug Phone 800 965 4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual have your full model number and serial number ready Parts Manual downloads are also available...

Page 27: ...ab 490 241 0013 Snow Thrower Auger and Chute Maintenance Kit 490 290 0010 Snow Thrower Cover 490 241 0028 Snow Thrower Tire Chains 16 x 4 8 Tires 490 241 0029 Snow Thrower Tire Chains 16 x 6 5 Tires 490 900 0062 Non Stick Spray 490 240 0011 Fuel Test Swabs 490 850 0008 Siphon Pump 490 000 0028 Carburetor and Choke Cleaner 490 325 0020 32 oz Tire and Tube Sealant 490 325 0022 16 oz Tire and Tube Se...

Page 28: ... the following cases a Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United Stat...

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