Cub Cadet 18M - Manuals

5 19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog-ging the chute. The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blad...

6 3 Setup and Adjustment IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operat-ing your mower. 1. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. a. Pull up and back on u...

c. Attach center top of bag from inside of bag. 6. Before attaching the grass catcher, the mulching baffle must be removed. See Figure 3-5.a. Lift rear discharge door.b. Remove mulching baffle. 7. Follow steps below to attach grass catcher: a. Lift rear discharge door.b. Place grass catcher on the p...

8 4 Operating Your Lawn Mower Now that you have setup your lawn mower for operation, it’s important to become familiar with its controls. Blade Control The blade control is attached to the upper handle. Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit. Release it to stop engine an...

14 For repairs beyond the minor adjust-ments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer. 6 Trouble Shooting Cause Problem Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Blade control disengaged.2. Spark plug boot disconnected.3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.4. CHOKE not activated. 5. Faulty spark plug.6. B...

15 7 Safety Labels WARNING DO NOT remove safety (or any) labels from mower for any reason. Read and follow Operating Instructions before running engine.Gasoline is flammable. Allow engine to cool at least 2 minutes before refueling.Engines emit carbon monoxide. DO NOT run in enclosed area. TO REDUCE...

1 Running engine produces heat. Engine parts, especially muffler, become extremely hot. Severe thermal burns can occur on contact. Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush, etc., can catch fire. • Allow muffler, engine cylinder, and fins to cool before touching. • Keep children away from hot...

18 9 Operating Your Engine Pre-Operation Check Oil Recommendations IMPORTANT : This engine is shipped without gaso- line or oil in the engine. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine warranty. • Before starting engine, fill with oil. Do not over-f...

19 Check Oil Level IMPORTANT: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine stopped. 1. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. See Figure 9-2. 2. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in. 3. If the level is low, slowly add oil to the upper...

0 Oil Change IMPORTANT : Be sure to check engine on a level surface with the engine stopped. Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1. Remove oil fill cap and drain oil by either removing drain plug or turning mower on its side (air cleaner side up) and a...

1 Spark Plug Service WARNING: DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits.1. Remove the spark plug boot and use a spark plug wrench to remove the plug. See ...

3. Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as necessary by bending side electrode. See Figure 10-4. The gap should be set to 0.030 in. 4. Check that the spark plug washer is in good condi- tion and thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading. 5. After the spark plug is seat...

25 8 Parts List To order replacement parts, call the Customer Dealer Referral Line at 1-877-282-8684, or visit www.cubcadet.com to find the nearest Cub Cadet service dealer in your area. G E N U I N E FA C TO RY PA R TS Ref. No. Part No. Description 1 787-01471 19” Deck 2 748-04159 Transmission Supp...

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The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories.“Cub Cadet” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years commencing on the date...