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Summary of Contents for 730 STE

Page 1: ...f 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 serv...

Page 2: ...urchased the unit from or choose from the options below 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 To reach the Customer Dealer Referral Line please call 1 877 282 8684 The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specificat...

Page 3: ...ock surfaces 6 Disengage all control levers before starting the engine 7 Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running except where specifically recommended in the operator s manual 8 Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow 9 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable a...

Page 4: ... sections of this manual 2 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting machine disengage all control levers and stop the engine Wait until the auger impeller come to a complete stop Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting 3 Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition Also visually in...

Page 5: ...ge bolt from each side of the lower handle See Figure 2 Raise the upper handle assembly until it locks over the lower handle Look at the lower rear of the snow thrower frame to be sure all the cables are aligned with the cable roller guides Make sure the spring found at the end of each cable is attached to its actuator bracket Secure the upper handle and lower handle with the two plastic wing nuts...

Page 6: ...snow thrower SECTION 2 KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Figure 5 WARNING Read understand and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating Drive Control Auger Control Lock The drive control is located on the right handle Squeeze the drive control to engage the wheel drive Release to stop See Figure 5 Cable Discharge Chute Guide Cable Alternator Lead Lamp Wire Altern...

Page 7: ...everse Your snow thrower has two reverse R speeds with position number one 1 being the slowest speed IMPORTANT Always release drive control before changing speeds Chute Directional Control The chute directional control is located on left side of the snow thrower See Figure 5 To change the direction in which snow is thrown turn chute directional control as follows Clockwise to discharge to the left...

Page 8: ... Use the threaded fuel tank cap to close after fill up To Start Engine Attach spark plug wire to spark plug Make certain the metal loop on end of the spark plug wire inside the boot is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug Make certain the auger and drive controls are in the disengaged up position Move throttle control up to FAST position Insert ignition key into slot and snap in ...

Page 9: ...pe will produce a loud clattering sound which is not harmful to the engine or starter To stop engine move throttle control to stop or off position Remove ignition key DO NOT turn key to prevent unauthorized use of equipment NOTE Do not lose ignition key Keep it in a safe place Engine will not start without ignition key Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in the area of the control...

Page 10: ... behind the snow thrower engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly Drift Cutters Drift cutters should be used when operating the snow thrower in heavy drift conditions On models so equipped drift cutters are assembled to the auger housing inverted Remove the carriage bolts by unthreading the hex nuts which secure them and reinstall the d...

Page 11: ...t loosen the jam nut on the drive control cable and unthread the cable one turn If the wheels do not stop when you engage the drive control loosen the jam nut on the drive control cable and thread the cable in one turn Recheck the adjustment and repeat as necessary Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached WARNING Drain the gasoline out of the snow thrower s tank o...

Page 12: ...arriage bolts Move skid shoes to desired position See Figure 12 Figure 12 Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes Retighten nuts and bolts securely Repeat on the other side of the snow thrower WARNING Do not operate this snow thrower on gravel as loose gravel can be easily picked up and thrown by the auger causing injury to t...

Page 13: ...ug is free of grease in order to relieve pressure Auger Shaft At least once a season remove the shear pins from the auger shaft and spray lubricant inside the shaft See Figure 14 Auger Bearings Every season lubricate the auger bearings and the bearings on the side of the frame with light oil See Figure 14 Drive and Shifting Mechanism Lubricate at least once a season or after every 25 hours of oper...

Page 14: ...now thrower are subject to wear They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary Remove the carriage bolts and flange lock nuts which attach the two skid shoes to the snow thrower on two sides See Figure 12 Reassemble new skid shoes with the hardware removed earlier Make certain the skid shoes are adjusted to be level To remove the shave plate remove the carriage bolts and flange lo...

Page 15: ...e belt off the engine pulley and friction wheel disc See Figure 17 Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket rests on the auger pulley See Figure 19 Slip the belt between the friction wheel and drive disc Remove and replace the belt Reassemble following the instructions in reverse order NOTE The support bracket must rest on the stop bolt after the new belt has been assembled See Figure 19 F...

Page 16: ...es cigars pipes and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel Fuel left in engine for extended periods deteriorates and will cause starting problems If unit is to be stored over 30 days prepare for storage as follows Remove gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of engine Run engine until fuel tank is empty...

Page 17: ...ged 1 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Remove ice and snow from gas cap Be certain vent hole is clear Excessive vibration 1 Loose parts or damaged auger 1 Stop the engine immediately and disconnect the spark plug wire Tighten all bolts and nuts If vibration continues have the unit serviced by an authorized Cub Cadet service dealer Unit fails to propel itself 1 Drive control cable in need of a...

Page 18: ...le panel for reference only 25 4 9 3 24 20 14 26 11 19 30 29 32 34 38 39 40 41 42 9 11 45 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 40 61 62 63 64 65 9 67 68 69 72 70 71 9 53 40 16 74 75 76 77 9 64 73 68 79 43 78 10 75 75 16 15 12 2 18 11 37 31 35 66 36 28 43 33 23 17 44 19 13 ...

Page 19: ...8 684 0102 Handle Panel Assembly w Tilt 39 710 0459A Hex Bolt 3 8 24 x 1 5 40 710 0599 TT Screw 1 4 20 x 0 5 41 711 0653 Clevis Pin 42 712 0116 Jam Lock Nut 3 8 24 43 712 3010 Hex Nut 5 16 18 44 736 0159 Flat Washer 349 x 879 x 063 45 714 0507 Cotter Pin 46 732 0145 Compression Spring 47 732 0193 Compression Spring 48 732 0746 Torsion Spring 49 735 0199A Rubber Bumper 50 736 0105 Bell Washer 51 73...

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Page 21: ... Collar 24 790 00087A Bearing Housing 25 721 0325 Grease Plug 26 710 0604A Hex Screw 5 16 18 x 625 27 725 0157 Cable Tie 28 712 04065 Flange Lock Nut 3 8 16 29 741 0245 Hex Flange Bearing 30 790 00141 Skid Shoe 31 721 0327 Grease Seal 32 736 0351 Flat Washer 76 x 1 5 x 030 33 790 00146 Shave Plate 30 34 731 04871 Spacer 1 25OD x 75ID x 3 16 Lg 35 684 0065 Impeller Assembly 36 715 0114 Pin 37 618 0...

Page 22: ...22 Model 730 STE 15 25 19 26 27 24 23 22 21 16 17 18 19 20 29 30 31 32 32 32 34 30 32 27 26 19 25 36 21 24 23 22 12 2 30 10 18 19 20 2 1 13 11 14 9 3 7 6 5 4 2 40 39 38 28 8 35 41 33 37 29 29 ...

Page 23: ... 711 1042 Hex Track Drive Shaft 15 684 0042C Friction Wheel Assembly 16 736 0160 Flat Washer 17 714 0474 Cotter Pin 18 741 0563 Ball Bearing 19 736 0242 Bell Washer 20 710 0538 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 18 x 625 21 710 0875 Tap Screw 1 4 20 x 75 22 736 0270 Bell Washer 265 ID x 75 OD 23 736 0176 Flat Washer 1 4 ID x 93 OD 24 741 1111 Hex Flange Bearing 25 710 0643 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 18 x 1 26 748 0234 Sh...

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Page 25: ... 0024 Idler Axle Assembly 25 710 1231 Eye Bolt 26 784 5639 Track Side Plate 27 711 0911 Actuator Shaft 28 713 0233 Chain 29 618 0169A Track Steering Shaft Assembly 30 683 0024 Track Hub Assembly 31 713 0437 Chain 32 741 0339 Flange Bearing 33 736 0287 Flat Washer 34 611 0053 Axle Assembly 35 750 0904 Spacer 36 618 0043 RH Dogg Assembly 37 750 0903 Spacer 38 732 0209 Extension Spring 39 710 0602 Ta...

Page 26: ... 50 13 756 0313 Flat Idler 14 710 1245B Lock Hex Cap Screw 5 16 24 15 712 0181 Lock Jam Nut 3 8 16 16 756 0569 Pulley Half 17 710 0602 Self Tapping Screw 5 16 18 x 1 00 18 736 0505 Flat Washer 19 754 0430B Belt 20 756 0967 Auger Pulley 21 736 0247 Flat Washer 3 8 x 1 25 OD 22 736 0331 Bell Washer 23 710 0696 Hex Cap Screw 3 8 24 24 748 0360 Adapter Pulley 25 710 0654A Hex Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 26 629...

Page 27: ...ufacturer s warranty Refer to applicable manufacturer s warranty for terms and conditions b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c 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 d Service completed by someo...

Page 28: ... adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States and or Canada and their respective possessions and territories except those sold through Cub Cadet s authorized channels of export distribution e Replacement parts that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts f Service compl...

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