Adjustments - Cub Cadet 524 SWE Operator's Manual

Auger Shaft
At least once a season, remove the shear pins from the auger
shaft. Spray lubricant inside the shaft and around the spacers
along the shaft. Using a grease gun, apply two strokes of grease
(Part Number 737-0168A) to the fitting found at each end of
shaft. See Fig. 6-3.
Vent Plug
Figure 6-3
Gear Case
The auger gear case has been filled with grease at the factory. If
disassembled for any reason, lubricate via the grease fitting with
two ounces of grease (Part Number 737-0168A).
NOTE: Always remove the vent plug prior to lubricating the gear
case. See Fig. 6-3. Failure to do so could result in damage to the
seals.

Adjustments

Shift Cable
If the full range of speeds (forward and reverse) cannot be
achieved, adjust the shift cable as follows:
1. Place the shift lever in the fastest forward speed position.
2. Loosen the hex nut on the shift cable index bracket. See
Fig. 6-4.
Grease
Fittings
3. Pivot the bracket downward to take up slack in the cable.
4. Retighten the hex nut.
Auger Control
Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on
adjusting the auger control cable.
Chute Assembly
Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on
adjusting the skid shoes chute assembly.
Skid Shoes
Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on
adjusting the skid shoes.
Figure 6-4
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