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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. 769-05351

(January 5, 2010)

Self Propelled Mower — Model CC 550 ES

Summary of Contents for CC 550 ES

Page 1: ...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 THE...

Page 2: ...ct specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models We reserve the right to change product specifications...

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: ...ment 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 slowly until...

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: ...ile lifting the handle up Remove star knobs from handle mounting brackets and secure the lower handle onto the handle brackets by placing the lower hole of the lower handle onto the pins of the handle...

Page 10: ...er rope out of the engine Release blade b control handle Slip starter rope into rope guide c Tighten wing nut d 4 Insert post on cable ties into holes provided on the lower handle Pull cable tie tight...

Page 11: ...f this manual WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extingui...

Page 12: ...et Up Section Recoil Starter The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit Electric Start Ignition Switch The igniti...

Page 13: ...or engine Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others WARNING The operation of any lawn mower can result in fore...

Page 14: ...d and sealed at the factory 4 and does not require lubrication Follow the Engine Maintenance section for lubrication 5 schedule and instruction for engine lubrication Deck Care Clean underside of the...

Page 15: ...ble Your unit is equipped with an adjustable drive cable to adjust the tension on the drive cable You will need to adjust the drive cable if the mower does not propel itself with the drive control eng...

Page 16: ...See Fig 7 2 Remove engine baffle Loosen self tapping screw that secures deck baffle b to the deck See Fig 7 2 A B Blade Care WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement prote...

Page 17: ...it or mutilate batteries in any way Do not put batteries in fire as these may burst or release toxic materials Loosen star knobs securing upper and lower handles and 1 carefully fold the upper handle...

Page 18: ...e with care and keep away from children Do not puncture disassemble mutilate or incinerate the battery Explosive gases could be vented during charging or discharging Use in a well ventilated area away...

Page 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ...ll 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...

Page 22: ...engine stopped Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean See 1 Fig 9 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 uppe...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...Notes 27...

Page 28: ...l model number and serial number ready Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www cubcadet com Component Part Number and Description 951 10292 Spark Plug 951 10298 Air Cleaner Kit...

Page 29: ...ent 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 Component Part Number and Descript...

Page 30: ...t cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material respects to that part as described in MTD Consumer Group Inc s application for certification The warranty period begins on the d...

Page 31: ...ill eligible for warranty coverage Further the coverage under this warranty extends only to parts that were present on the off road engine and equipment purchased The following emission warranty parts...

Page 32: ...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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