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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
21-inch Self-Propelled Mower — Model Series 980
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
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 nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
FORM NO. 769-02332A
CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
10/30/2006
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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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 nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. FORM NO. 769-02332A CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 10/30/2006 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Off-Season Storage and Safety Labels ..17 Operating Your Lawn Mower ......10 Parts List ............18 Cub Cadet LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs, and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,... -
Page 3: 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. Slope Gauge WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). -
Page 4: Safe Operation Practices
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. -
Page 5: Slope Operation
19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a 6. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog- of ignition. ging the chute. 7. Never fuel machine indoor because flammable vapors will The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after accumulate in the area. -
Page 6: Setup And Adjustment
1. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. a. Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in Figure 3-1. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets. b. Tighten hand knobs securing upper handle to lower handle. - Page 7 c. Lift chute door on the grass bag adapter and slide grass bag onto the adapter. See Figure 3-5. 6. Follow steps below to install the side discharge chute: a. Remove mulching baffle or grass bag adapter from unit by disconnecting wing nuts. b.
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Page 8: Operating Your Lawn Mower
Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control Operating Drive Control Cutting Height Your Lawn Adjustment Lever Mower Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute WARNING The blade control mechanism is a Discharge Chute safety device. Never Mulch Plug attempt to bypass its operations. Figure 4-1: The major components on the mower. -
Page 9: Starting The Engine
WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it. Operating Starting the Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the... -
Page 10: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower
Lubrication • Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least once a season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 5-1. • Lubricate the wheels and casters at least once a season with light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are Maintaining removed for any reason, lubricate the axle bolt and inner surface of the wheel with light oil. -
Page 11: Blade Care
Blade Care WARNING: When removing cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold blade. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Turn Maintaining mower on its side making sure that the air filter and carburetor are facing up. - Page 12 6. Lift baffle towards the rear of the mower. Remove the hex bolt that holds the tranmission to the mower deck from the rear of unit, Figure 5-5. 7. Tilt the transmission forward to make it easier to work in this area. 8.
- Page 13 6. Place upper pulley on crankshaft, loop belt around crankshaft, and then install the lower pulley. See Figure 5-9. 7. a. Squeeze the blade control against the upper handle to tighten the belt. b. Return baffle back to its original position and Maintaining release the blade control. See Figure 5-10. NOTE: It is important that the belt is routed within the Your Lawn inside of the belt keeper rod attached to the underside of the baffle. Refer to Figure 5-11. Mower 8. Secure the baffle to deck using the three screws removed earlier. 9. Lightly lubricate the inside of the blade adapter and reinstall the blade adapter, blade, and blade bell sup- port in the correct order (Refer to Blade Care section). Figure 5-9: Place upper pulley on crankshaft, loop belt around Tighten the hex bolt to 450-600 in. lbs. torque. crankshaft, then install the lower pulley. Off-Season Storage The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. NOTE: When replacing 1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in belt, It is important that the lubrication instructions. the belt is routed within 2. We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer the inside of the belt or garden hose to clean your unit. keeper rod attached 3. Refer to engine manual for correct engine to the underside of the...
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Page 14: Trouble Shooting
Problem Remedy Cause 1. Engage blade control. 1. Blade control disengaged. Engine fails to start 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 4. - Page 15 Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower Safety Labels TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE. IF DAMAGED, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY. WARNING DO NOT remove safety (or any) labels from mower for any reason.
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Page 17: Parts List
Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 647-04008 Deluxe Control Handle Assembly 736-0277 Flat Washer 1.031 x 1.620 x .095 753-05096A Control Lever Assembly 736-0447 Wave Washer, 1.5 x 1.0 x .029 746-0711B Drive Cable 51” 748-04082 Blade Adapter 712-0324 Top Lock Nut 1/4-20 736-0452... - Page 18 Model Series 980...
- Page 19 Ref. Part Number Description Ref. Part Number Description 731-1901A Trail Shield 29 682-7528 Chain Cover Assembly 732-0842 Trail Shield Wire 30 741-0324A Flange Bearing .506 ID x .590 Lg 736-0264 Flat Washer.330 ID x.630 OD 31 682-7526 Transmission Axle Assembly 714-0104 Cotter Pin 32 618-0263A...
- Page 20 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with e. Replacement parts that are not genuine Cub Cadet parts. respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its f. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service possessions and territories.