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Operator's Manual
21" Self-Propelled
Mower
Models 977A & E977C
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the
above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box
361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
Cub Cadet LLC., P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
769-00483.fm
Form No.
(11/2002)
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- Page 1 (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Parts List... 18 Engine Manual... 23 This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
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 before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. -
Page 4: Slope Operation
immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds. 9. Mow in daylight or good artificial light; walk, not run. 10. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walkways or roads. 11. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. - Page 5 10. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion. 11. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. 12. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment.
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Page 6: Slope Gauge
SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. -
Page 7: Assembling Your Lawn Mower
Please identify each piece of the hardware pack as shown in Figure 1. Carriage Bolt Figure 1 Before Assembly • Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground against the engine. See Figure 2. Spark Plug Wire Spark Plug... - Page 8 • Fasten the cable to the lower handle with the two cable ties found on the lower handle. Pull the cable ties tight and trim off the excess. See Figure 5. Cable Tie Lower Handle Figure 5 Attaching Starter Rope NOTE: Make certain the drive cable is routed around the outside and above the lower handle so it does not interfere with attaching the grass bag.
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Page 9: Know Your Lawn Mower
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in Figure 10 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. -
Page 10: Operating Your Lawn Mower
If you answered “no” to any of the three questions, you will have to adjust the drive clutch control as instructed in the ADJUSTMENT SECTION. Starting Engine WARNING: operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Protective WARNING: enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine... -
Page 11: Making Adjustments
WARNING: Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others. -
Page 12: Cutting Height
• Press out on the legs of the lower handle and remove lower handle from the mower. • Turn lower handle around so the notch on the bottom of the lower handle is facing forward. See Figure 12. Lower Handle Figure 12 •... -
Page 13: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower
• Disconnect spark plug wire. • Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. • Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up. -
Page 14: Blade Care
SECTION 8: SERVICING THE MOWER WARNING: Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance work or adjustments on your lawn mower. Blade Care WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. - Page 15 • Remove the hex bolt from the rear of unit holding the transmission to the mower housing. See Figure 18. Wheel Cutting Height Adjustment Figure 18 • Tilt the transmission forward and loosen the idler pulley bolt and lock nut half a turn. See Figure 19. Transmission Pulley Belt...
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Page 16: Replacing Battery Pack
To remove rear flap, cut off the flat end of the wire rod which secures it to the deck. SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Storing Your Lawn Mower The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
SECTION 10: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skip (hesitates) at high speed Idles poorly Excessive vibration Mower will not mulch grass Uneven cut Cause Blade control handle disengaged. Spark plug wire disconnected. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. -
Page 18: Parts List
SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODELS 977 & E977 IMPORTANT: proper machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. 36 37 working... - Page 19 Models 977 & E977 Ref. Part No. 647-04008 Control Handle 731-0904A Upper Control Handle 16864 6 Spd. Rack Cable Bracket 731-0620 Control Lever 713-0397 Gear Insert 732-0627 Shift Lever Spring 731-0924 6 Speed Shift Lever 731-0905A Lower Control Housing 710-1667A C Sunk Tap Screw #10 x .75 Lg 731-0906 Cable Mounting Cap...
- Page 20 Models 977 & E977...
- Page 21 Models 977 & E977 Ref. Part No. Part Description 720-0223 Grip 732-0803A Spring Lever 738-0529 Shoulder Nut .825 x .165 Lg. 710-0751 Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .620 736-0270 Bell Washer .285 ID x .75 OD 748-0318 Wheel Rachet 736-0369 Flat Washer .508 ID x 1.0 OD 682-0531 Pivot Arm Assembly 750-0515...
- Page 22 Model E977 Safety & Decorative Labels Some of the labels found on your mower are represented here with the corresponding part numbers. Please use part numbers when ordering replacement labels. 777S30118 777S30145 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE.
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Page 23: Engine Manual
Engine Manual for Kawasaki Engine SAFETY AWARENESS WARNING: Whenever you see the symbols shown on the left, heed their instructions! Always follow safe operating and maintenance practices. We wish to thank you for purchasing this Kawasaki engine. Please read this Owner's manual carefully before starting your new engine so that you will be thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your engine's control, its features, capabilities and limitations. -
Page 24: Emission Control Information
WARNING: Never allow children to operate the engine or equipment. Keep people and pets out of area where you are using the engine or equipment. Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing. It may catch on moving parts or controls, leading to the risk of accident. - Page 25 gasses are led to a breather chamber through the crankcase and from there to the air cleaner. Engine Emissions Compliance Period California Model Year - 2006 and later Vertical Crankshaft Durability Period - 500 hours All Other States Model Year - 2003 and later (new) 2007 and later (carry over) Durability Period - 500 hours (Category A} If your engine has an assigned emissions durability...
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Page 26: General Information
General Information Location of Safety Related Labels Figure 1 a. Warning (Refer to ) b. Engine Maintenance (Refer to )) Engine Serial Number The engine serial number is your only means of identifying your particular engine from others of the same model type.This engine serial number is needed by your dealer when ordering parts. -
Page 27: Fuel And Oil Recommendations
Fuel And Oil Recommendations Fuel Use only clean, fresh, unleaded regular grade gasoline. Octane Rating The octane rating of a gasoline is a measure of its resistance to "knocking".Use a minimum of 87 octane of the antiknock index is recommended. The antiknock index is posted on service station pumps in the U.S.A. -
Page 28: Starting
• Remove the oil gauge to check the oil level. Level should be between "ADD" and "FULL" marks. Do not overfill. • Install and tighten the oil gauge. Engine Oil Capacity, 0.65 L (0.69 us.qt) CAUTION: The engine is shipped without engine oil. -
Page 29: Adjustment
A. Brake Control Lever B. Handle Figure 10 MAINTENANCE DAILY Check oil level and add engine oil Check for loose or lost nuts and screws Check for fuel and oil leakage Check for brake control lever function Check or clean recoil starter and air intake screen Tighten nuts and screws... -
Page 30: Air Cleaner Service
• Remove the oil drain plug (A) on side of the engine or on bottom of the engine to drain oil into suitable container (B) while the engine is warm. Figure 11 A. Oil Drain Plug (On side of engine) B. -
Page 31: Storage
CAUTION: Do not oil foam element. Paper Element • Clean the paper element every 100 hours. • Clean the element by tapping gently to remove dust. If very dirty, replace the element with a new one. • Replace with a new paper-element yearly or 300 hours. - Page 32 • Remove the spark plug and pour approx. 1-2 mL (0.06-0.1 cu.in) of new engine oil through the plug hole (A), slowly pull the recoil starter grip several times and reinstall the spark plug. Figure 18 A. Spark Plug Hole •...
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Page 33: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Engine won't start Insufficient output is low compression No fuel to combustion chamber Spark plug fouled by fuel No spark or weak spark Low Output Engine Overheats Engine speed won’t increase If the engine malfunctions, carefully examine the symptoms and the operating conditions, and use the table above as a guide to troubleshooting.‡... - Page 34 The California Air Resources Board, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (hereinafter "Kawasaki") are pleased to explain the Emission Control Systems Warranty on your Kawasaki small off-road engine. In California and other states, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog standards.
- Page 35 2. LIMITATIONS. This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following: Repair or replacement required as a result of (i) misuse or neglect, (ii) lack of required maintenance. (iii) repairs improperly performed or replacements improperly installed, (iv) use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to Kawasaki specifications which adversely affect performance and/or durability, (v) alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by Kawasaki.
- Page 36 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. Cub Cadet LLC warrants this product against defects for a...