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WARNING:

 

Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and 

follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Safety Symbols

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product.  Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the 

machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

Symbol

Description

READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)

 

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to 

assemble and operate

DANGER — ROTATING BLADES

 

To reduce the risk of injury, 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 around.

DANGER — HAND/ FOOT CUT

 

Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.

DANGER — THROWN DEBRIS

 

Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade in any direction. Wear safety glasses.

DANGER — SLOPES

Use extra caution on slopes. Do not mow slopes greater than 15

°

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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 ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon 

monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

WARNING— HOT SURFACE

 

Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine 

and muffler to cool before touching.

Summary of Contents for SC 500 ez

Page 1: ...peration 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 IN...

Page 2: ...d or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models We reserve the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation If appli...

Page 3: ...and pets at least 75 feet from mower while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters area 9 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or...

Page 4: ...ment while the engine is running 26 Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the manufacturer Failure to do so can result in personal injury 27 When starting engine pull cord slowly unt...

Page 5: ...frequent 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 arrestor 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: ...ct See Figure 1 and Figure 2 4 Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope See Figure 1 and Figure 2 5 If there is a gap below the gauge the slope is too steep for safe operation S...

Page 9: ...n the engine Fill up with gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower Handle 1 Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles...

Page 10: ...semble the grass catcher if needed Make certain bag is turned right side out before assembling warning label will be on the outside a Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side is at the bott...

Page 11: ...lug Do not remove side mulching plug at any time even when you are not mulching b Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the frame See Figure 3 7 Figure 3 7 2 Follow steps below to attach gra...

Page 12: ...op scalping of grass The casters can be locked in a straight ahead position or positioned to swivel freely See Figure 3 10C insert 1 Lift lock pins 2 Place in larger holes to lock wheels Place pins in...

Page 13: ...r rope to start the unit Blade Control The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower Depress and squeeze it against the drive control to operate the unit Release it to stop engine and...

Page 14: ...Once pressure is released from the control it will return to the neutral position and the drive will be disengaged NOTE For ease of use while gripping the controls simply lock your wrist and elbows a...

Page 15: ...ctory and does not require lubrication 4 Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for engine lubrication Deck Wash Your mower s deck may be equipped with a water...

Page 16: ...normal conditions Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced To service the air cleaner and...

Page 17: ...side until it balances evenly When sharpening the blade follow the original angle of grind Grind each cutting edge equally to keep the blade balanced WARNING An unbalanced blade will cause excessive v...

Page 18: ...from sources of ignition NOTE The special designed plug on the charger will only fit into the plug on the battery box 1 Unhinge the cover seal and plug the battery charger into the port on the side o...

Page 19: ...prepare your lawn mower for storage Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions Coat mower s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting Refer to engine...

Page 20: ...in fuel system 5 Dirty air cleaner 6 Unit running with CHOKE if equipped applied 1 Connect and tighten spark plug boot 2 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 3 Clear vent 4 Drain fuel t...

Page 21: ...ebris clogging drive operation 3 Damaged or worn belt 4 Drive control out of adjustment 1 Check belt for proper pulley installation and movement 2 Stop engine disconnect spark plug boot and clean out...

Page 22: ...eel Front 634 04714 Wheel Rear 731 07131 Discharge Chute 942 0741A Mulching Blade 942 0741 X Xtreme Mulching Blade 964 05005 Grass Bag Phone 877 282 8684 for your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer to order rep...

Page 23: ...acement 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 If Equipped Component Part Num...

Page 24: ...tes need for separate blower Easy installation with no tools 490 850 0015 Cargo Carrier Conveniently holds drinks tools and more Simple installation Attaches in less than two minutes with no tools 490...

Page 25: ...starts Prevents corrosion from moisture and ethanol induced attraction Prevents gum and varnish 490 290 0012 Mower Cover Protects your mower against sun rain and dust damage Coated for maximum water r...

Page 26: ...Notes 11 26...

Page 27: ...ed 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 28: ...136 0019 call 1 877 282 8684 or log on to our 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...

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