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Cub Cadet 724 WE Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
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724 WE
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
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 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
CUB CADET CORP. P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
FORM NO. 770-10007C.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(11/01)

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  • Page 1 A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. CUB CADET CORP. P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 FORM NO. 770-10007C.fm PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your Cub Cadet dealer. •...

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 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: Maintenance And Storage

    Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

  • Page 5: Loose Parts

    SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS The snow thrower is shipped with following loose parts in the carton. Please remove all loose parts from the carton before discarding it. See Figure 1 to identify the parts noting that these parts may be referred to again in the following sections of this manual.

  • Page 6: Final Adjustments

    • If not already attached, slip the cables that run from the handle panel to the chute into the cable guide located on top of the engine. See Figure 4. Figure 4 • Unwrap the headlight wire which is attached to the headlight, beneath the handle panel.

  • Page 7: Know Your Snow Thrower

    Traction Control and Shift Lever Adjustment To check the adjustment of the traction control and shift lever, proceed as follows: • Move the shift lever into sixth (6) position. a. With the traction control (refer to Figure 7 in Section 4 of this manual) released, gently push the snow thrower forward, then pull it back.

  • Page 8: Operating Your Snow Thrower

    Chute Directional Control The chute directional control is located on left side of the snow thrower. To change the direction in which snow is thrown, turn chute directional control as follows: • Crank clockwise to discharge to the left. • Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

  • Page 9: To Stop Engine

    grounded, but a three-hole receptacle is not available, one should be installed by a licensed electrician before using the electric starter. • If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows. • Rotate choke knob to OFF position. • Connect power cord to switch box on engine.
  • Page 10 Traction Control/ Auger Control Lock in Section 4 of this manual. Tire Chains (Optional Equipment) Tire chains should be used whenever extra traction is needed. See your local Cub Cadet dealer for information regarding tire chains and other optional accessories for your snow thrower. control...

  • Page 11: Making Adjustments

    Operating Tips NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature. WARNING: Muffler, engine and surrounding areas become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

  • Page 12: Maintaining Your Snow Thrower

    • Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached. • Reassemble the frame cover. Shift Rod Adjustment To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows. • Remove the hairpin clip and slide the connector up to separate the upper shift rod from the lower shift rod.
  • Page 13 Traction Control / Auger Control Lock The cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the traction drive and auger drive clutches must be lubricated at least once a season or every twenty-five hours of operation. The cams can be accessed beneath the handle panel.

  • Page 14: Service

    SECTION 8: SERVICE WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Engine Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for all engine related maintenance procedures.
  • Page 15 Figure 19 • Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 20. Friction Wheel Friction Wheel Disc Stop Bolt Auger Pulley Support Bracket Figure 20 NOTE: Loosening the six nuts that connect the frame to the auger housing may aid in belt removal.
  • Page 16 • Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it rests on the housing. • Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower. • Remove the click pins which secure the wheels, and remove the wheels from the axle. •...
  • Page 17 • Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin of the shift rod assembly, and slide the shaft through the assembly. Reassemble in reverse order. Model 724 WE Ref. — Part No. Part Description 618-0123 RH Housing 618-0418 LH Housing w/Fitting Hole 710-0642 Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 711-0908A...
  • Page 18 Model 724 WE * Add a second washer here, if needed, to reduce axle play. Drive Clutch Cable Auger Clutch Cable 9 10 Auger Clutch Cable...
  • Page 19 Model 724 WE Ref. Part No. Part Description 710-1652 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x .625 784-5688 Drive Cable Guide Bracket 784-5687A Auger Clutch Cable Bracket 756-0625 Cable Roller 738-0924 Shoulder Screw 1/4-28 x .375 784-5630A Frame Assembly 741-0563 Ball Bearing 736-0105 Bell Washer 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut, 3/8-24...
  • Page 20 Model 724WE...
  • Page 21 Model 724 WE Ref. Part No. 712-0116 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24 756-0178 Flat Idler, 2.75 w/o Flanges 784-5632A Auger Idler Arm 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50 738-0281 Shoulder Screw 736-0174 Wave Washer 732-0611 Extension Spring 712-3068 Hex Nut 5/16-18 712-0429 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 736-0119...
  • Page 22 Model 724 WE...
  • Page 23 Model 724 WE Ref. IMPORTANT: For a proper working 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 Part No. Part Description 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x.625 731-1324 Belt Cover...
  • Page 24 Model 724 WE 41 42 (for ground wire of light ass’y)
  • Page 25 Model 724 WE Ref. Part No. Part Description 684-0008A Shift Arm Assembly 705-5204A Chute Crank Assembly 714-0507 Cotter Pin, 3/32 x .75 710-0458 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.75 710-0449 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2.25 710-0788 Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1 710-0643 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.0 710-3015...
  • Page 26 Model 724 WE...
  • Page 27 NOTES...

  • Page 28: Cleveland, Ohio

    How to obtain service Contact your authorized Cub Cadet servicing dealer who sold you your Cub Cadet equipment. If this dealer is not available, see the Consumer Yellow Pages under “lawn mowers” for the name of a dealer near you.

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