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Cub Cadet 18M Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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Push Mower — Model 18M
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. 769-04384
(December 15, 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. 769-04384...

  • 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

    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...

  • Page 7: Safety Symbols

    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 —...
  • Page 8 2 — i ectiOn MpOrtant peratiOn ractices...

  • Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up

    Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • One Grass Catcher • One Bottle of Oil • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual Assembly NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower.
  • Page 10 Hold blade control against upper handle. Pull starter rope out of the engine. Release blade control handle. Slip starter rope into rope guide. Tighten wing nut. Insert post on cable ties into holes provided on the lower handle. Pull cable tie tight and trim excess. Grass Catcher Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher (if needed).
  • Page 11 Adjustments Side Discharge Chute To convert to side discharge, make sure grass catcher is off of the The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the unit, the rear mulch plug is removed, and rear discharge door is rear left wheel. See Fig. 3-8. closed.

  • Page 12: Controls & Features

    Controls and Features Blade Control Choke Control Recoil Starter Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Mulch Plug 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 13: 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 14: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Follow the Engine Maintenance section for lubrication schedule and instruction for engine lubrication. General Recommendations Deck Care • Always observe safety rules when performing any Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent maintenance.
  • Page 15 Replacing Rear Flap To remove rear flap, lift rear door, and press flap in on either side to remove from hole. See Fig. 6-2. Remove flap from opposite hole and replace with new flap in the opposite order and manner of removal. Figure 6-2 6 —...

  • Page 16: Service

    Service Blade Care Lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil. Slide the blade adapter WARNING: onto the engine crankshaft. Place the blade on the adapter When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with such that the side of the blade marked “Bottom”...

  • Page 17: 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 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 18M Wheel Tread...
  • Page 27 Model 18M Part Number Description Part Number Description 787-01649 19” Deck 712-04063 Nut, Flange Lock, 5/16-18 712-04065 Nut, Flange Lock, 3/8-16 731-05880 Spacer, .515 x 1.00 x .310 Lg. 634-04346 Front Wheel 710-1241 Screw, 1/4-15 x 1.000 634-04347 Rear Wheel 710-04744 Screw, HL, #12-16 x 1.00...
  • Page 28 Engine Model - 1P70MO...
  • Page 29 Engine Model - 1P70MO 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 30: 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 31 (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 32: 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 United use or exposure.

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