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IMPORTANT: 

Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.

CUB CADET CORPORATION P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

18” Mulching Push 

Mower

Model

P418

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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 nearest engine authorized 
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

Operator’s Manual

FORM NO. 770-10087C.fm

(10/00)

Summary of Contents for P418

Page 1: ...ust 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 i...

Page 2: ...n from it in the space provided below The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking at the rear of the deck A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial numb...

Page 3: ...en bystanders helpers and pets at least 75 feet from the mower while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area 6 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes 7 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Shi...

Page 4: ...er 5 Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler 6 Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power mower Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent Service Safe Handling Of Gasoline 1 To avoid personal injury or property d...

Page 5: ...and operating the mower 8 Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is running 9 Grass catcher components discharge cover and trail shield are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only list...

Page 6: ... DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY 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 operating a walk behind mower on such a slope it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip resulting in serious injury Operate RIDING mowers up and down slop...

Page 7: ...ngine On engines with a rubber boot attach rubber boot to a bolt on the engine to ground See Figure 1 Figure 1 Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle into the operating position Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets Tighten the hand knobs on each side of the handle carriage bolts must be seated properly on the handle See Figure 2 Figur...

Page 8: ...lector under the hinge pin on the mulching plug assembly Lower the mulching plug See Figure 6 Figure 6 SECTION 5 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly Blade Control Handle WARNING The blade control handle is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations Doing so may result in personal i...

Page 9: ...ll instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating Attach spark plug wire to spark plug If equipped with a rubber boot make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire inside the rubber boot is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug To Start Engine And Engage Blade Prime engine as instructed in the engine manual Standing behind the unit dep...

Page 10: ...of the clippings to further pulverize them When cutting high weeds discharge towards cut portion then recut at right angles to first direction For a healthier lawn always cut off one third or less of the total length of the grass Lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine Remove wire from spark plug thoroughly inspect the mower ...

Page 11: ...s if so equipped at least once a season with light oil or engine oil Also if the wheels are removed for any reason lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light oil Engine Follow engine manual for lubrication instructions Lubrication Chart Figure 10 SECTION 9 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before perfo...

Page 12: ...ponents spindles pulleys bearings or the engine The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability Engine Maintenance Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions Maintain ENGINE OIL as instructed in the engine manual Service AIR CLEANER every 25 hours under normal conditions Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions Poor engine per...

Page 13: ...your unit Engine overheats 1 Engine oil level low 2 Dirty aircleaner 3 Air flow restricted 4 Carburetor not adjusted 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil 2 Refer to the engine manual 3 Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire Remove blower housing and clean 4 Refer to the engine manual Occasional skip hesitates at high speed 1 Spark plug gap too close 2 Carburetor idle mixture adjustment improperly ...

Page 14: ...4 736 0105 Bell Washer 400 ID x 88 15 738 0507B Shoulder Bolt 16 14832P Spring Lever Ass y w Knob 17 15262B Pivot Bar 18 15261A Height Adj Plate 19 734 2008 Wheel Assembly 20 14578 Height Adj Ass y Comp R F 14579 Height Adj Ass y Comp L F 21 710 0654A Hex Lock Wash Hd Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 Lg 22 736 0504 Wave Washer 23 682 7002 Mulching Plug 24 731 1409 Chute Deflector 25 736 0270 Bell Washer 26 710 ...

Page 15: ...ngine 19 735 0639 Spark Plug Boot 20 751B095225 Screw 10 32 x 2 3 Lg 21 751B281857 Engine Shroud 710 1268 Muffler Guard Screw Not Shown 751B225250 Muffler Guard Not Shown 777D00543 Hub Cap Label 777D003382 Engine Shroud 777S30118 Danger Label Cut Hand 777S30277 Discharge Door Ref No Part No Description NOTE For painted parts please refer to the list of color codes below Please add the applicable c...

Page 16: ...adet equipment used commercially is warranted for one year only Commercial use is defined as either having hired operators or used for income producing purposes Items not covered The warranty does not cover routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters oil fuel air and hydraulic cleaning tune ups brake and or clutch inspection adjustments made as part of normal maintenance blade sharpening ...

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