Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; FINDING MODEL NUMBER
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices .................................................................. 3 Assembling Your Snow Thrower ....................................................................... 5 Know Your Snow Thrower.........................................
Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; Training
3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual beforeattempting to operate this machine. F...
Page 4 - Maintenance And Storage
4 6. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. 8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. 9. Exercise caution when changing direc...
Page 5 - SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER
5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER Unpacking From Carton • Cut along corners of the carton and lay it down flat. See Figure 1. Remove packing material. • Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.). • Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for any remai...
Page 6 - Installing Chute Crank; Assembling Discharge Chute
6 • Lift the control handle up, and hook the “Z” end of the control cable into the bottom hole in the control handle, from the outside to the inside . If necessary, pull up on the end of the cable with a pair of pliers to obtain slack in order to hook it into the control handle. Hold the “Z” fitting...
Page 7 - SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER; Stopping Engine
7 SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Be familiar with all the controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. • Compare Figure 9 with the controls on your snow thrower before starting the machine or trying to operate it. Figure 9 Choke Lever Place choke l...
Page 8 - SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Before Starting; Starting Engine; Operating Tips
8 SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER Before Starting WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machineand in this manual before operating. • The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety purposes during assembly. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug before star...
Page 9 - SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Shave Plate; Carburetor
9 SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, exceptwhere specified in the operator’s manual. Shave Plate • To check the adjustment of the shave plate, place the unit on a level surface. See Figure 12. The wheels, shave plate and augers s...
Page 10 - SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER; General Recommendations; Replacing Shave Plate; Customer Responsibilities
10 SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers andstop engine. Wait until all moving parts havecome to a complete stop. Disconnect sparkplug wire and ground it against the engine toprevent unintended starting. General Reco...
Page 12 - SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
12 SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, call the Customer Dealer Line at 1-800-528-1009 forthe dealer nearest you. Refer to separate engine manual, packed with your snow thrower, for engine information. Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to sta...
Page 13 - SECTION 9: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 421R
13 SECTION 9: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 421R Ref. No. Part No. Description 1. 710-0487 Carriage Screw 2. 710-1270 Oval C-Sunk Machine Screw 3. 712-0324 Hex Lock Nut 4. 720-0284 Wing Nut 5. 720-0295 Foam Grip: Handle 6. 725-0157 Cable Tie 7. 736-0451 Saddle Washer 8. 746-0883 Cable Housing w/o Throttle 9....
Page 20 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:; attachments and home maintenance products; How to obtain service
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: TWO-YEAR RESIDENTIAL ONE-YEAR COMMERCIAL Proper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibility. Follow the instructions in your operator’s manual for correct lubricants and maintenance schedule. Your Cub Cadet dealer carries acomplete line ...