Operating Your Snow Thrower - Cub Cadet 724 WE Operator's Manual

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.
Chute Tilt Control
The distance snow is thrown can be varied by adjusting
the pitch of the chute assembly. Move the chute tilt
control forward to decrease the distance, or toward the
rear to increase the distance.
Fuel Shut-off Valve (if so equipped)
The fuel shut-off valve, located
under fuel tank, controls fuel flow
from the tank. Always make certain
it is in the Open (vertical) position
before attempting to start the
engine.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine.
SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all
instructions and warnings on the machine and
in this manual before operating.
Gas And Oil Fill-up
• Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Service the
engine with gasoline as instructed in the separate
engine manual packed with your snow thrower.
WARNING: Use extreme care when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and
the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the
machine indoors or while the engine is hot or
running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes
and other sources of ignition.
To Start Engine
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire
(inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over
the metal tip on the spark plug.
• Make certain the fuel cut-off valve, if your snow
thrower is so equipped, is in the OPEN position.
Ignition Key
Closed
Ignition Key
Open
The ignition key must be fully inserted in the switch
before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key when
snow thrower is not in use.
IMPORTANT:
•
•
NOTE: Engine will not start unless the ignition key is
inserted into the ignition slot .
Electric Starter
•
IMPORTANT:
wire grounded system, do NOT use this electric starter
under any conditions. Use the recoil starter instead.
IMPORTANT:
8
Choke
Throttle
Control
Figure 8
Do NOT attempt to turn the key.
Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers are
in the disengaged (released) position.
Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert the
ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place.
.
Do NOT turn the key
WARNING: The optional electric starter is
equipped with a grounded three-wire power
cord and plug, and is designed to operate on
120 volt AC household current. It must be
used with a properly grounded three-prong
receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility
of electric shock. Follow all instructions
carefully prior to operating the electric starter.
Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you
are not certain.
If your house wiring system is not a three-
If your home electrical system is
Primer
Rope
Starter
Handle