Cub Cadet 945 SWE Two-Stage Snow Thrower- User Manual

5 s ectiOn 2 — i MpOrtant s afe O peratiOn p ractices Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.To clear the chute: SHUT ...

6 s ectiOn 2 — i MpOrtant s afe O peratiOn p ractices 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...

Secure the upper handle and lower handle with the two wing 4. nuts and carriage bolts removed earlier. Tighten the two wing nuts already installed in the upper holes to firmly secure the upper handle and support tubes. See Fig. 3-2. Align the upper and lower shift rods, then slide the shift 5. rod c...

Place chute assembly onto chute base as shown in Fig. 3-5. Make sure that the chute notches engage with the spiral end of chute directional control, and the two flange keepers are beneath the flange on the chute base.Secure flange keeper removed earlier with lock nuts and screws. Tighten down nuts s...

Adjustments Skid Shoes The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted upward at the factory for shipping purposes. Adjust them downward prior to operating the snow thrower. CAUTION: It is not recommended that you operate this snow thrower on gravel as it can easily pick up and throw loose gravel, causing ...

Snow thrower controls and features are described below and illustrated in Fig. 4-1. NOTE: For detailed information on all engine controls, refer to the separate Tecumseh Engine Operator’s Manual. Speed Selector Shift Lever The speed selector shift lever is located in the right side of the handle pan...

Two-Way Chute Control™ The two-way chute control is located on the left side of the dash panel and is used to control the distance of snow discharge from the chute. To change the upper chute angle to control the distance • that snow is thrown, pivot the lever forward or backward. Move the lever forw...

Starting The Engine Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the 1. 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. Make certain both the auger control and drive control are 2. in the disengaged (released) pos...

Operating Tips NOTE : Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature. WARNING: The temperature of the muffler and the surrounding areas may exceed 150° F. Avoid these areas. If possible, remove snow immediately after it fa...

WARNING! Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Remove the key to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs....

Checking Spark Plug WARNING! DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. WARNING! If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the muffler. NOTE: Check the spark plug once a season or every 25 hours of operatio...

Auger Shaft At least once a season, one at a time, remove all of the shear pins from the auger shaft. Spray lubricant inside the hub of each auger spiral assembly and around the spacers on the auger shaft. Grease fittings can also be found at each end of the auger shaft. Lubricate with a grease gun ...

Chute Control The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to the Operation section for instructions.The remote chute control cables have been pre-adjusted at the factory. Move the remote chute lever on the control panel forward to pivot the upper c...

Belt Replacement Belt Removal Preparation Remove the cotter pin which secures the upper chute 1. crank to the lower chute crank. Refer to Figure 7-1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine 2. by removing the three self-tapping screws. See Fig. 7-2. Loosen the bolt shown in Fig. 7-3...

NOTE: Make sure to remove the piece of wood blocking the impeller.Check the auger drive belt adjustment. With the auger clutch lever in the disengaged position, the top surface of the new belt should be even with the outside diameter of the pulley.To adjust, disconnect ferrule from brake bracket ass...

Troubleshooting 8 27 Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start Choke not in CHOKE position. 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Engine not primed. 4. Faulty spark plug. 5. Safety key not in ignition on engine. 6. Extension cord not connected (when 7. using electric...

Phone (800) 965-4 CUB (4282) to order replacement 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. Component Part Number and Description 929-0071 Extension Cord, 110V 954-04194A Auger...

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