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Cub Cadet 98M Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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Self Propelled Mower — Model 98M
WARNING
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. 769-03814
(January 17, 2008)

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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. 769-03814...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Choose from the options below: ◊ Visit us on the web at www.cubcadet.com ◊ Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write us at 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

    Spark Arrestor Average Useful Life WARNING: According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission This machine is equipped with an (CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), internal combustion engine and should not be used this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 140 on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush hours of operation.
  • Page 7 2 — i ectiOn MpOrtant peratiOn ractices...

  • Page 8: Assembly & Set-Up

    Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • One Grass Catcher • One Grass Catcher Adapter • One Side Discharge Chute • One Hardware Pack • One Bottle of Oil • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual Assembly Locate the hairpin clip on the weld pin on each side of lower handle.
  • Page 9 Replace with grass bag adapter, while making sure the front lip of adapter goes under the edge of the deck. Secure with wing nuts previously removed. Lift chute door on the grass bag adapter and slide grass bag onto the adapter. See Fig. 3-5. Figure 3-3 Hold blade control against upper handle.
  • Page 10 Adjustments Drive Control The adjustment wheel is located in the drive control handle Cutting Height housing and is used to tighten or loosen the drive belt. You will have to adjust the drive control if any of the following happens: The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the rear left wheel.

  • Page 11: Controls & Features

    Controls and Features Blade Control Drive Control Choke Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute Figure 4-1 Choke Control Blade Control The choke control is located on the left side of the handle and The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. when activated, closes the choke plate on the carburetor and Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the aids in starting the engine.

  • Page 12: Operation

    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.

  • Page 13: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Lubricate the wheels and casters at least once a season with light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are removed for any General Recommendations reason, lubricate the axle bolt and inner surface of the wheel with light oil. See Fig. 6-1. •...
  • Page 14 Engine Care Replacing Rear Flap NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operation and Maintenance sections To replace rear flap, proceed as follows: in this manual for detailed instructions. Cut off the flat end of the wire rod which secures it to the •...

  • Page 15: Service

    Service Blade Care WARNING: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. It WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for may cause damage to mower and could break sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with causing personal injury. a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the Lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of blade.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine Fails to start Blade control disengaged. Engage blade control. Spark plug boot disconnected. Connect wire to spark boot. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Engine not primed (if equipped with primer). Prime engine as instructed in the Operation section.
  • Page 17 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Uneven cut Wheels not positioned correctly. Place all four wheels in same height position (if equipped with individual height adjusters). Dull blade. Sharpen or replace blade. Mower will not self propel Belt not installed properly. Check belt for proper pulley installation and movement.

  • Page 18: Engine Operation

    Engine Operation Fuel Cap Air Cleaner Starter Grip Oil Fill Oil Drain Spark Plug Figure 10-1 Pre-Operation Check Oil Recommendations NOTE: This engine is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine warranty.

  • Page 19: Starting The Engine

    Check Oil Level Check Fuel Level NOTE: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the Clean around fuel fill before removing cap to fuel. engine stopped. Fill tank to approximately 1-inch below lowest portion of Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. See neck to allow for fuel expansion.

  • Page 20: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance WARNING: Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is essential Shut off the engine before performing if high level performance is to be maintained. Regular any maintenance. To prevent accidental start-up, maintenance will also ensure a long service life. The required disconnect the spark plug boot.
  • Page 21 Oil Service Air Cleaner Service • Check oil level regularly. Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if used in extremely • Be sure correct oil level is maintained. Check every five dusty conditions.
  • Page 22 Spark Plug Service Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as necessary by bending side electrode. See Fig. 10-4. The gap should be set to 0.030 in. WARNING: DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.

  • Page 23: Removing From Storage

    Fuel Filter Service Storage The fuel filter cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a Engines stored between 30 and 90 days need to be treated with year or every 100 operating hours; more often if run with old a gasoline stabilizer and engines stored over 90 days need to be gasoline.

  • Page 24: The Surestart Guarantee

    If the engine on your mower fails to fuels, lubricants, or additives conform to this limited warranty, Cub Cadet will cover the cost of • Special conditions or circumstances that normally require more parts and labor associated with any adjustments and/or repairs than two pulls to start, specifically: 1) First start-up following your necessary to return your engine to its warranted condition.
  • Page 25 Notes...

  • Page 26: Illustrated Parts List

    Model 98M 33 35...
  • Page 27 Model 98M Part Number Description Part Number Description 747-1161A Blade Control 664-0180 Grass Bag Assembly 731-1832 Side Discharge Chute 710-1270 Machine Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.310 782-9063 Belt Keeper 712-04063 Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 754-0460 V-Belt 726-0240 Cable Tie 710-04744 Screw, #12-16 x 1.00...
  • Page 28 Model 98M...
  • Page 29 Model 98M Part Number Description Part Number Description 714-0474 Cotter Pin 682-7528 Chain Cover Assembly 741-0324A Flge Bearing .506 ID x .590 Lg 710-1652 Screw 1/4-14 x .825 682-7526 Transmission Axle Assembly 736-0264 Flat Washer.330 ID x.630 OD 618-0263A Transmission Ass’y Complete...
  • Page 30 Engine Model - 1P70...
  • Page 31 Engine Model - 1P70 Part Number Description 951-10368 Fuel Tank 951-10369 Flywheel Shroud 951-10335 Rubber Fuel Tank Mounting Washer 951-10334 Oil Filler Tube Assembly 951-10333 Dipstick Assembly 951-10413 Cylinder Head Complete 951-10414 Short Block Assembly 951-10321 Stop Switch and Brake Assembly 951-10319 Recoil Spring and Pulley Assembly 951-10344...

  • Page 32: Emission Control System Warranty Statement

    (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) The U. S. EPA and Cub Cadet are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your model year 2005 and later small off-road engine. New small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the stringent anti-smog standards. Cub Cadet must warranty the emission control system on your engine for the period of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your small off-road engine.
  • Page 33 (c) Cub Cadet will include a copy of the following emission warranty parts list with each new engine, using those portions of the list applicable to the engine.
  • Page 34 Notes...
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  • Page 36: Warranty

    The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the use or exposure.

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