Cub Cadet SWE 528 - User Manual

5 Operation 1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet. 2. The auger/impeller control lever is a safety device. Never bypass its operation. Doing so makes the machine unsafe and may cau...

Figure 5 3 Figure 6 Figure CAUTION: Prior to operating your snow thrower, refer to Auger Control Test in Operation section. Read and follow all instructions carefully, and perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower is operating safely and properly. Shear Pin Storage Holes are located in the...

8 4 Operating Your Snow Thrower Now that you have setup your snow thrower, it’s important to become acquainted with its controls and features. NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more information on all engine controls, refer to the Tecumseh Engine manual packed separately. Shift Lever The ...

10 Gas & Oil Fill-Up Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Tecumseh Engine manual packed separately with your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully. Starting The Engine 1. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug w...

11 To Engage Drive 1. With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever to one of six FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions that exist. 2. Squeeze drive control against the right handle and the snow thrower will move. Release it and the...

13 5 You can also check the adjustment as follows:1. With the snow thrower tipped forward (be certain to drain gasoline or place plastic film under the gas cap if the snow thrower has already been operated), remove the frame cover underneath the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws. Refe...

15 6 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower Shave Plate and Skid Shoes The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. Check these periodi-cally and replace as necessary. Replacing Skid Shoe 1. Remove four carriage bolts, hex nuts, and washers which attach the two skid s...

1 6 Maintaining Your Snow Thrower Figure 2 Figure 26 Drive Belt 1. a. Grasp the idler pulley and pivot it toward the right. See Figure 26. Insert a screw driver through align-ing holes in both the idler bracket and the engine. This will release tension on drive belt. b. Roll the auger belt off the e...

18 Preparing Engine NOTE: Refer to the engine manual for more detailed information on preparing the snow thrower engine for storage. Short-Term Storage It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts of the engine such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or...

19 This section addresses minor service issues. For further details, contact your nearest Cub Cadet service dealer or call 1-877-282-8684. 8 Trouble- shooting Cause Problem Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Choke not in ON position.2. Spark plug wire disconnected.3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.4. En...

21 9 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. 1. 731-2643 Clean-Out Tool 2. 712-04065 Flange Lock Nut 3. 756-0981B Flat Idler Pulley 4. 710-0347 Hex Bolt, 3/8-1...

26 NOTES Use this page to make notes and write down important information.

The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with re-spect to new merchandise used for commercial purposes and purchased and used in the United States and /or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada a...

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 /or its territories and possessions.“C...