Do you have a question about the SC 100 and is the answer not in the manual?
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Ken Hauser
March 16, 2025
What type of oil does it require?
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Mr. Anderson
March 16, 2025
The Cub Cadet SC 100 requires engine oil with a capacity of 20 oz. However, the specific type of oil is not mentioned in the provided information. Refer to the operator’s manual for the recommended oil type.
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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. 769-08331...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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...
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 —...
Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • One Grass Catcher • One Bottle of Oil • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual • One Side Discharge Chute Assembly NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Fill up with gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower.
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Follow the steps below to complete handle assembly: The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle. Loosen the wing knob which secures the rope Pull upward on the handle approximately 8 inches guide. See Figure 3-6. until holes in lower handle (shown in Figure 3-3 deck cutaway) line up with holes in handle bracket.
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Side Discharge Chute Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To convert to side discharge, make sure grass catcher is off of the unit and rear discharge door is closed. On the side of the mower, lift the side mulching plug. See Figure 3-9.
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Adjustments Handle Pitch For convenience of operation, you may adjust the pitch of the Cutting Height handle as follows: There is a cutting height adjustment lever located above the Remove star knobs and carriage bolts from handle. See front left wheel and rear right wheel. Figure 3-11.
Controls and Features Blade Control Recoil Starter Deck Wash Cutting Height Adjustment Cutting Height Lever Adjustment Lever Side Discharge Chute Figure 4-1 Blade Control Deck Wash The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Your mower’s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the as part of its deck wash system.
Operation Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Lubrication Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least once General Recommendations a season with light oil. This control must operate freely in • Always observe safety rules when performing any both directions. See Figure 6-1. maintenance. • The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here. • Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments should be checked at least once each season. • Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight. WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine. Figure 6-1 Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for engine lubrication.
Deck Wash Engine Care Your mower’s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good part of its deck wash system. performance by the mower is given below. Follow the accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals. • Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: • Service air cleaner and carbon canister filter every 25 hours Push the mower to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under enough for your garden hose to reach. extremely dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should CAUTION: Make certain the mower’s discharge be serviced. To service the air cleaner and carbon canister chute is directed AWAY from your house, garage, filter , refer to the engine manual. parked cars, etc. • Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your mower’s mowing season. Check engine manual for correct plug Operator’s Manual) onto the end of your garden hose. type and gap specifications. Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your deck’s • Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the surface. See Figure 6-2. top of the engine clean to permit proper air circulation. Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible debris from muffler area.
Service Blade Care Place blade bell support on the blade. Align notches on the blade bell support with small holes in blade. WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to torque: 450 in. lbs. sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with min., 600 in.
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.
764-04082A 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...
Attachments & Accessories Component Model Number and Description 490-850-0005 Blade Removal Tool — Holds blade in place for faster, safer removal. SPW-134 Spark Plug Wrench — Duel ended wrench to serve multiple uses. Fits ¾” or 13⁄16” hex plug. 490-850-0008 Oil Siphon —...
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Component Model Number and Description 22216 STA-BIL® fuel Stabilizer, 32 oz — Treats 80 gallons of fuel. Keeps stored fuel fresh for quick, easy starts. Prevents corrosion from moisture and ethanol-induced attraction. Prevents gum and varnish. 490-290-0012 Mower Cover — Protects your mower against sun, rain and dust damage.
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the finish due to use or exposure.
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Do you have a question about the SC 100 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
What type of oil does it require?
The Cub Cadet SC 100 requires engine oil with a capacity of 20 oz. However, the specific type of oil is not mentioned in the provided information. Refer to the operator’s manual for the recommended oil type.
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