Cub Cadet 730 STE - User Manual

Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; Training

3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of ampu...

Page 4 - Maintenance & Storage; Your Responsibility; Do not modify engine

4 5. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 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 caut...

Page 5 - SECTION 1: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Unpacking; Items Required For Assembly; Assembling Handle; Attaching Chute Directional Control

5 SECTION 1: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER Unpacking • Remove screws from the top sides and ends of the shipping crate. • Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures or personal injury. • Remove and discard plastic bag that covers unit. • Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., Operator’s Manual...

Page 6 - SECTION 2: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER; Drive Control / Auger Control Lock

6 Figure 3 • If not already attached, unwrap the headlight wire which is attached to the headlight, beneath the handle panel. Wind the headlight wire around the lower right handle until excess slack is removed. See Figure 4. • Plug the wire from the headlight into the alternator lead coming from the...

Page 7 - Forward

7 The drive control also locks the auger control so youcan turn the chute directional control withoutinterrupting the snow throwing process. If the augercontrol is engaged along with the drive control, theoperator can release the auger control (on the lefthandle) and the augers will remain engaged. ...

Page 8 - Track Lock Lever; SECTION 3: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Before Starting; To Start Engine; Electric Starter

8 Track Lock Lever The track lock lever is located on the right side of the snow thrower and is used to select the position of the auger housing and the method of track operation. Move the lever to the right, then forward or backward to one of the three positions. See Figure 6. Transport: Raises the...

Page 9 - To Stop Engine; Recoil Starter; To Engage Track Drive; To Engage Augers; Auger Control Test

9 • Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold engine start). If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position instead of FULL. • Push primer button two or three times for cold engine start, making sure to cover vent hole in primer button when pushing. DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine af...

Page 10 - Drift Cutters; Operating Tips

10 IMPORTANT: If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating, immediately return to the operator’s position and shut off the engine. Wait for ALL moving parts to stop before re-adjusting the auger control. • To readjust the control cable, loosen the hex jam nut on the auger control cable “Z” fitting. • Ro...

Page 11 - SECTION 4: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Chute Assembly

11 SECTION 4: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual. Chute Assembly The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by changing the angle of the upper chute. Move the chute tilt control forward to de...

Page 12 - Shift Rod Adjustment; Skid Shoes; Carburetor; SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Lubrication

12 Shift Rod Adjustment To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows: • Remove the hairpin clip and slide the shift rod connector up, to separate the upper shift rod from the lower shift rod. See Figure 11. • Place the shift lever into the sixth (6) position. • Rotate the shift arm clockwise (from th...

Page 14 - SECTION 6: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER; Augers; Shave Plate and Skid Shoes; Auger Belts

14 SECTION 6: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear saf...

Page 15 - Drive Belt; Replacing Friction Wheel Rubber

15 • Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on its auger housing. Refer to Figure 9. • Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower. • Roll the front and rear auger belts off the engine pulley. See Figure 17. • Unhook the idler spring from the hex...

Page 17 - SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING

17 SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 2. Blocked fuel line. 3. Choke not in the ON position 4. Faulty spark plug. 5. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine. 6. Spark plug wire disconnected. 7. Primer button not being used pro...

Page 18 - SECTION 8: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 730 STE

18 SECTION 8: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 730 STE 1 11 19 5 6 17 7 22 11 27 21 8 Part of handle panel for reference only 25 4 9 3 24 20 14 26 11 19 30 29 32 34 38 39 40 41 42 9 11 45 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 5455 56 57 58 59 60 40 61 62 63 64 65 9 67 68 69 72 70 71 9 53 40 16 74 75 76 77 9 64 73 68 79...

Page 27 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

27 Cub Cadet LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: 1-866-840-6483, 1-330-558-7220 MTD Canada Limited - KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1-800-668-1238 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED COMMERCIAL WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merc...

Page 28 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: 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, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/o...