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Cub Cadet LLC (Cub Cadet), The United States Environment Protection Agency (U. S. EPA) 

Emission Control System Warranty Statement 

(Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations)

The U. S. EPA and Cub Cadet are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your model year 2005 and later small off-road 
engine. New small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the stringent anti-smog standards. Cub Cadet must warranty the 
emission control system on your engine for the period of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of 
your small off-road engine.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor, air cleaner, ignition system, exhaust system, and other associated emis-
sion-related components.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Cub Cadet will repair your small off-road engine at no cost to your including diagnosis, parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:

This emissions control system is warranted for two years. If any emission-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or 
replaced by Cub Cadet.

OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Owner’s Manual. Cub Cadet 
recommends that you retain all your receipts covering maintenances on your small off-road engine, but Cub Cadet can not deny warranty solely for 
the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance to all scheduled maintenance.
As the small off-road engine owner, you should however be aware that Cub Cadet may deny your warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or 
part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. 
You are responsible for presenting your lawn mower to Cub Cadet LLC’s distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists. The 
warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty cover-
age, you should contact your local Cub Cadet dealer. To reach the Cub Cadet Customer Dealer Referral Line, please call (877) 282-8684.

DEFECTS WARRANTY REqUIREMENTS FOR 1995 AND LATER SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES:

This section applies to 1995 and later small off-road engines. The warranty period begins on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to an 
ultimate purchaser.
   

 

 

 

 

        (a) General 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 regulations adopted by the Air Resources Board pursuant to its authority in 

Chapters 1 and 2,Part 5, Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code; and

  (2) Free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material respects to the part as 

described in the engine manufacturer’s application for certification for a period of two years.

   

 

 

 

(b) The warranty on emissions-related parts will be interpreted as follows:

  (1) Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions required by Subsection (c) 

must be warranted for the warranty period defined in Subsection (a)(2). If any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage, it must be 
repaired or replaced by Cub Cadet according to Subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be warranted 
for the remaining warranty period.

  (2) Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions required by Subsection (c) must be warranted for 

the warranty period defined in Subsection (a)(2). A statement in such written instructions to the effect of “repair or replace as necessary” will 
not reduce the period of warranty coverage. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty must be warranted for the remaining warranty 
period.

  (3) Any warranted part that which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions required by Subsection (c) 

must be warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part. If the part fails prior to the first scheduled 
replacement, the part must be repaired or replaced by Cub Cadet according to Subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under 
warranty must be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part.

  (4) Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions of this article must be performed at no charge to the owner at a 

warranty station.

  (5) Notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection (4) above, warranty services or repairs must be provided at all Cub Cadet distribution centers 

that are franchised to service the subject engines.

  (6) The owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective, provided that 

such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.

Summary of Contents for 98M

Page 1: ...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...

Page 2: ...ations designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation This product has met the rigid safety standards of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing laborat...

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: ...e blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent 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...

Page 6: ...the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 Average Useful Life According to the Consumer...

Page 7: ...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 8: ...ach carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle A B 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 9: ...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 10: ...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 11: ...de Control Choke Control Drive Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Side Discharge Chute Choke Control The choke control is located on the left side of the handle and when activated closes the chok...

Page 12: ...ration is an indication of damage The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired Using as Mulcher For mulching grass remove the grass catcher or side discharge chute from the mower and reinstall t...

Page 13: ...n each end 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 lub...

Page 14: ...n spark plug and reset the gap once a season Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush Keep the area around the top of the engine clean to permit proper air circulation Remove all grass dirt and co...

Page 15: ...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 16: ...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 17: ...ition 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 Check...

Page 18: ...with 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 fo...

Page 19: ...he dipstick clean See 1 Fig 10 2 Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not screw 2 it in If the level is low slowly add oil to the upper limit on the 3 dipstick See Fig 10 2 inset Tighte...

Page 20: ...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 21: ...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 22: ...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 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...Notes 11 25...

Page 26: ...26 Model 98M 28 14 16 17 18 10 41 42 44 46 8 34 12 11 45 7 43 4 30 3 47 2 49 48 1 20 32 9 5 13 10 26 39 38 37 36 15 19 22 21 27 25 23 24 31 40 42 43 6 33 35 29...

Page 27: ...crew 1 4 20 x 375 22 710 0895 HL Screw 1 4 15 x 75 23 747 0937 Grass Bag Frame 24 747 0939 Grass Bag Pivot Rod 25 726 0106 Cap Speed Nut Ref No Part Number Description 26 664 0180 Grass Bag Assembly 2...

Page 28: ...1 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 Mod...

Page 29: ...830 OD 27 750 1056 Shlder Spacer 385ID x 715Lg 28 710 0653 Tap Screw 1 4 20 x 375 Ref No Part Number Description 29 682 7528 Chain Cover Assembly 30 741 0324A Flge Bearing 506 ID x 590 Lg 31 682 7526...

Page 30: ...30 Engine Model 1P70 7 6 11 10 8 12 5 4 14 21 29 1 3 2 9 20 27 13 26 25 24 22 23 16 28 17 17 15 18 19...

Page 31: ...ly 15 951 10307 Flywheel Key 16 951 10412 Air Cleaner Housing Assembly Complete 17 951 10342 Muffler Stud Assembly 18 951 10364 Fuel Line Kit Inc hoses clamps filter 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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