Cub Cadet 977A Operator'S Manual Download Page 1

21” Self-Propelled 

Mower

Models 977A & E977C

Operator’s Manual

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

 

769-00483.fm

(11/2002)

Form No.

IMPORTANT: 

Read safety rules and instructions carefully

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 Cub Cadet 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

Summary of Contents for 977A

Page 1: ...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 Californi...

Page 2: ...For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues wit...

Page 3: ...rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade can amputate hands and feet 9 A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries 10 Many injuries oc...

Page 4: ...ooting or balance 2 Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge 3 Do not mow on wet grass Unstable footing could cause slipping Children Tragic accidents can occur if the ope...

Page 5: ...to improper performance and compromise safety 4 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them 5 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be...

Page 6: ...N T I N G A 1 5 S L O P E WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury If...

Page 7: ...p Your Lawn Mower Assembling Handle Lift up and pull back on the upper handle to raise the handle into the operating position See Figure 3 Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the han...

Page 8: ...as you want to mulch the grass clippings For bagging purposes you will have to attach the grass bag and its adapter in place of the mulching baffle Remove three wing nuts holding the mulching baffle o...

Page 9: ...s used to select the forward speed of the mower When changing speed selection release the drive clutch control NOTE Move the shift lever only when the engine is running Changing the shift lever settin...

Page 10: ...ower backward Do the rear wheels lock Is the drive clutch control cable free of kinks or sharp bends If you answered yes to all three questions your mower passed the test and you can start your mower...

Page 11: ...structions on page 8 of this manual Grass clippings will automatically collect in the bag as you run the mower Operate the mower till the grass bag is full Stop engine completely by releasing the blad...

Page 12: ...sen the drive belt You will have to adjust the drive clutch control if any of the following happens 1 The mower does not propel itself with the drive clutch engaged 2 The mower s drive wheels hesitate...

Page 13: ...r extremely dusty conditions Clean the engine periodically Remove dirt and debris with a cloth or brush Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to 030 at least once a season Refer to the engine manual...

Page 14: ...de the blade adapter onto the engine crankshaft Place the blade on the adapter Be certain the blade is aligned and seated on the blade adapter flanges Place blade bell support on blade Make sure the n...

Page 15: ...e belt is seated in transmission pulley Place the belt between the idler pulley and the belt keeper bracket Using pliers rotate the belt keeper bracket so that it snaps into slot on the idler bracket...

Page 16: ...ctor Connect the positive lead to the positive side of the battery pack then connect the negative side In line Fuse Model E977 only The unit is equipped with an in line fuse If the unit fails to start...

Page 17: ...gine overheats 1 Engine oil level low 2 Air flow restricted 3 Carburetor not adjusted properly 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil 2 Remove blower housing and clean 3 Adjust carburetor Occasional skip he...

Page 18: ...49 45 51 50 52 53 54 56 55 57 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 33 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 68 28 29 88 89 90 91 92 30 94 IMPORTANT For a proper working machine use Fact...

Page 19: ...Top Lock Tab Weld Nut 1 4 20 50 16855 Ratchet Pawl Plate 51 10622B Plastic Spring Ratchet 52 748 0381 Pawl RH 748 0188B Pawl LH 53 738 0137A Shld Screw 340 ID x 285 OD 54 748 0318 Wheel Rachet 55 736...

Page 20: ...odels 977 E977 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 14 7 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 63 6...

Page 21: ...cket 27 710 1652 Screw 1 4 14 x 825 28 714 0474 Cotter Pin 29 712 3025 Hex Jam Nut 5 16 24 30 736 0425 Bell Washer 325 ID x 930 OD 31 756 0656 Pulley 32 736 3084 Flat Washer 510 ID x 1 120 OD 33 712 0...

Page 22: ...mbers when ordering replacement labels TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY UNLESS SIDE CHUTE DEFLE...

Page 23: ...of this publication may be reproduced without our prior written permission This publication includes the latest information available at the time of printing However there may be minor differences bet...

Page 24: ...alcohol or drug before or while operating this engine Do not run the engine in a closed area Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly poison Gasoline is extremely flammable and can...

Page 25: ...n levels This Owner s Manual contains those maintenance recommendations for your engine Those items identified by the Periodic Maintenance Chart are necessary to ensure compliance with the applicable...

Page 26: ...re 2 Figure 3 A Fuel Tank Cap B Fuel Tank capacity 2 0L 0 528US gal C Fuel Tube D Carburetor E Priming Pump F Air Cleaner G Recoil starter H Recoil Starter Grip I Oil Drain Plugs engine oil capacity 0...

Page 27: ...SH or SJ Oil Viscosity Choose the viscosity according to the temperature as follows Figure 5 NOTE Using multi grade oils 5W 20 10W 30 and 10W 40 will increase oil consumption Check oil level more freq...

Page 28: ...OT pull the recoil starter grip out of the end DO NOT let the recoil starter grip snap back itself This may cause damage to the recoil starter assembly Hold the brake control lever A on the equipment...

Page 29: ...hours of operation Thereafter change oil every 50 hours Run the engine to warm oil Be sure the engine equipment is level Stop the engine MAINTENANCE INTERVAL DAILY FIRST 8 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 5...

Page 30: ...o fasteners A toward the recoil starter B Then with two hands pulling the two latches E toward you and upward as shown separate the air cleaner case from the air cleaner body Figure 14 A Fasteners B R...

Page 31: ...its Inspect for cracked porcelain or other wear and damage Replace the spark plug with a new one if necessary Check the spark plug gap and reset it if necessary The gap must be between 0 7 and 0 8 mm...

Page 32: ...ly pull the recoil starter grip several times and reinstall the spark plug Figure 18 A Spark Plug Hole Slowly pull the recoil starter grip until you feel compression and leave it there Clean every par...

Page 33: ...uel in fuel tank 2 Blocked rue tube 3 Blocked air vent in fuel tank cap 4 Faulty carburetor 1 Fill fuel tank 2 Clean 3 Clean 4 Spark plug fouled by fuel 1 Over rich fuel air mixture 2 Clogged air clea...

Page 34: ...ave any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact Kawasaki Motors Corp U S A Consumer Services Department 5080 36th Street S E Grand Rapids Ml 49512 616 949 6500...

Page 35: ...tion of the small off road engine to or from the Kawasaki Dealer KAWASAKI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER EXPENSE LOSS OR DAMAGE WHETHER DIRECT INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL EXCEPTION LISTED UNDER COVERA...

Page 36: ...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 Cub Cadet LLC does not exte...

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