Cub Cadet 182 Operator's Manual
19-inch 3-n-1 electric lawn mower
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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Adjustments • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
19-Inch 3-n-1 Electric Lawn Mower — Model 182
IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY RULES AND
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATION
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
60 Ottawa Street South, KITCHENER, ONTARIO N2G 4J1
This symbol on the product's nameplate
means it is listed by
C
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC.
LISTED
769-03795
1/22/08
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Page 1: Before Operation
Safety • Assembly • Operation • Adjustments • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL 19-Inch 3-n-1 Electric Lawn Mower — Model 182 IMPORTANT: This symbol on the product’s nameplate READ SAFETY RULES AND means it is listed by INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new equipment. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Table of Contents Slope Gauge............3 Safe Operation Practices ........4 Set-Up &... -
Page 3: Slope Gauge
Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. Slope Gauge WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). -
Page 4: Safe Operation Practices
WARNING: When using electric lawnmowers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. These basic precautions include the following: DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. -
Page 5: Slope Operation
21. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass catcher, motor/blade control handle or other 1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. safety protective devices in place and working. Never operate Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on mower with damaged safety devices. - Page 6 1. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. a. Loosen each hand knob found on the inside of the upper handle. b. Gently lift and pivot the upper handle into the operating position as shown in Figure 3-1. Setup and c. Remove star knobs from handle mounting brackets and secure the lower handle onto the handle Adjustment brackets by placing the lower hole of the lower handle onto the pins of the handle brackets. d. Secure the upper handle and lower handle by tightening the hand knobs. Each carriage bolt must be seated properly into the square hole found in the plastic connector. 2. Tighten star knobs securing lower handle to handle brackets. See Figure 3-2. Make certain the lower Figure 3-1 handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets. NOTE: References to 3. Attach the cord guide bar with extension cord retainer right or left side of the to the upper handle as shown in Figure 3-3. mower is determined from behind the unit in NOTE: Do not plug your extension cord into the power the operating position. source receptacle (outlet) prior to routing it through the cord retainer and connecting the extension cord to the mower's cord outlet receptacle. To properly route your extension cord through the cord retainer: a. Approximately 14- to 16-inches from its end, crease...
- Page 7 NOTE: Use a UL-approved extension cord. A 100-foot, 14-gauge cord is recommended. A 50-foot, 16-gauge cord is acceptable. Refer to the small chart found in Safe Operation Practices. The cord retainer and the guide bar work together to secure your extension cord and safely limit its movement. Setup and The cord retainer (with the extension cord) will slide along the guide bar as the mower is moved to the left or to the Adjustment right. 4. Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher (if needed). Make certain bag is turned right side out before assembling (warning label will be on the outside). a. Place bag over frame (black plastic side is the bottom of bag.) Insert the hooks on the frame through the holes in the side plastic channels of the bag. See Figure 3-5. Figure 3-5 b. Secure bag to frame by working the plastic chan- WARNING nels on bag over frame as shown in Figure 3-5. c. All of the plastic channels except center top of bag Never operate mower attach from the outside of bag. Center top of bag unless the hooks on attaches from the inside of bag. the grass catcher are 5. Follow steps below to attach the grass catcher: firmly seated on the a. Lift rear discharge door.
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Page 8: Set-Up & Adjustments
Know Your Lawn Mower Motor/ Blade Control Handle Operating Cord Restraint Your Lawn Overload Protection Switch Mower Height Adjustment Lever WARNING The motor/ blade control handle is a safety device. DO NOT bypass its Figure 4-1 operations. Height Adjustment Lever Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before This mower should be operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the operated on a 15 or Figure 4-1 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the 20 AMP circuit. -
Page 9: Stopping The Motor And Blade
1. Plug your extension cord into any convenient (indoor or outdoor) 120-volt, 60-cycle AC outlet or receptacle. Your mower will operate satisfactorily on a circuit with a 15 ampere breaker. NOTE: To avoid tripping circuit breakers, select an outlet on a circuit that is not overloaded. Do NOT select an Operating outlet that is on a circuit hosting appliances such as a refrigerator. Your Lawn 2. Stand behind the mower, in the operating position. 3. Depress the (red) starter button and hold it in. See Mower Figure 4-3. NOTE: Starting the mower's motor also engages the blade. 4. While holding the starter button in, pivot the motor/ blade control handle upward against the upper handle Figure 4-2 to start the motor and engage the blade. See Figure 4-3. NOTE: The mower's motor will NOT start if you fail to hold the starter button in while pivoting the motor/blade control handle upward. WARNING 5. Release the (red) starter button. Stopping the Motor and Blade The blade continues to WARNING: The blade continues to rotate for a few sec- rotate for a few seconds after the motor... -
Page 10: General Recommendations
The underside of mower deck should be cleaned after each use as grass clippings, leaves, dirt and other debris will accumulate. This accumulation of grass clippings, etc., is undesirable as it will promote rust and corrosion. 1. Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around the motor cover (do not use water). Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth occasionally. Maintaining 2. If debris is allowed to build up on the underside of the unit, tilt the mower forward or on its side and scrape it Your Lawn clean with a suitable tool. Mower IMPORTANT: Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit. These may cause damage to electric components, or the electric motor. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce service- ability. Figure 5-1 Resetting Overload Protection Switch General Recommendations This mower is equipped with an overload protection • Always observe safety rules when performing switch to prevent overheating damage to the motor. any type of maintenance. WARNING If the overload protection switch pops out: • The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover 1. Release the motor/blade control handle and do NOT items that have been subjected to operator abuse re-start the mower for at least one minute, allowing for or negligence. To receive full value from warranty,... -
Page 11: Blade Care
Blade Care WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. Be certain to disconnect the Maintaining power supply. Your Lawn Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when Mower... -
Page 12: Trouble Shooting
Problem Cause Remedy 1. Reconnect the cord keeping the cord Mower fails to start 1. Cord disconnected from the restraint close to the motor/blade control. motor/blade control. 2. Motor/blade control switch 2. Replace motor/blade control switch. Trouble defective. 3. Connect the extension cord to the plug on 3. -
Page 13: Warranty
The engine or component parts thereof. These items may carry a separate manufacturer’s warranty. Refer to maintenance applicable manufacturer’s warranty for terms and conditions. The Cub Cadet OHV engine is not excluded under this and lubrication agreement. - Page 14 Model/Modèle 182 Wheel Tread...
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