Cub Cadet CC 550ES Operator's Manual

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Page 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA Form No. 769-07610...
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Visit us on the web at www.cubcadet.com See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.cubcadet.com/tutorials ◊ Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write to Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019...
Page 3: Safe Operation Practices
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 A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance contact or thrown object injuries. is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled you can let go.
Page 5 Service Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade Safe Handling Of Gasoline: for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with the original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme listed in this manual.
Page 6: Spark Arrestor
Notice Regarding Emissions Spark Arrestor Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal WARNING: This machine is equipped with an EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) internal combustion engine and should not be used are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush may include the following emission control systems: Engine covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s...
Page 7: Safety Symbols
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) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER —...
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Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up
Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • One Grass Catcher • One Side Discharge Chute • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual • One Bottle of Oil Assembly Tighten star knobs securing lower handle to handle brackets.
Page 10 Hold blade control against upper handle. Remove mulching baffle. See Figure 3-5. Pull starter rope out of the engine. Release blade control handle. Slip starter rope into rope guide. Tighten wing nut. Insert post on cable ties into holes provided on the lower handle.
Page 11 Adjustments Side Discharge Chute To convert to side discharge, make sure grass catcher is off of the Cutting Height unit, the rear mulch plug is removed, and rear discharge door is closed. The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the rear left wheel.
Page 12: Controls & Features
Controls and Features Drive Control Blade Control Electric Start Switch Recoil Starter Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Primer Mulch Plug Figure 4-1 Recoil Starter Blade Control The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
Page 13: Operation
Operation Starting Engine Stopping Engine WARNING: Release blade control to stop the engine and blade. Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting WARNING: Wait for the blade to stop completely engine or operating mower. Never run engine before performing any work on the mower or to indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.
Page 14: Maintenance & Adjustment
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the factory and does not require lubrication. General Recommendations Follow the Maintenance section in the engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for engine lubrication. • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
Page 15 Adjustments Replacing Rear Flap To remove rear flap, lift rear door, and remove screw on Drive Cable either side to remove from hole. See Figure 6-2. Your unit is equipped with an adjustable drive cable to adjust the tension on the drive cable. You will need to adjust the drive cable if the mower does not propel itself with the drive control engaged or if the mower’s wheels hesitate with the drive control engaged.
Page 16: Service
Service Blade Care Lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil. Slide the blade adapter WARNING: onto the engine crankshaft. Place the blade on the adapter When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with such that the side of the blade marked “Bottom”...
Page 17: Replacing Battery
Replacing Battery Working from the rear of the mower, carefully remove belt from transmission pulley. See Figure 7-3. WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which may cause burns. Do not short circuit or mutilate batteries in any way. Do not put batteries in fire as these may burst or release toxic materials.
Page 18: Charging Battery
Charging Battery NOTE: The battery you have may differ slightly from the one shown in Figure 7-5. Refer to the Parts List. WARNING: The battery contains corrosive fluid and toxic material; handle with care and keep away from children. Do not puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incinerate the battery.
Page 19 Replacing Fuse Off-Season Storage The electric starter circuit and battery are protected by a 40 The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower ampere fuse. If the fuse burns out, the electric starter will not for storage. operate.
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine Fails to start 1. Blade control disengaged. 1. Engage blade control. 2. Spark plug boot disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark boot. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4.
Page 21 Problem Cause Remedy Uneven cut 1. Wheels not positioned correctly. 1. Place all four wheels in same height position (if equipped with individual height adjusters). 2. Dull blade. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. Mower will not self propel 1. Belt not installed properly. 1.
Page 22: Replacement Parts & Accessories
Grass Bag Phone (877) 282-8684 for your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer 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.
Page 23 Oil Siphon Phone (877) 282-8684 for your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer 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.
Page 24: Warranty
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the United use or exposure.

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