Cub-cadet 522 WE User Manual Page 1

IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.CUB CADET CORP. P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722724 WE522

10Operating TipsNOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutesas the engine will not develop full power until it reachesoperating temperature.WAR

11• Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached. • Reassemble the frame cover. Shift Rod AdjustmentTo adjust the shif

12Traction Control / Auger Control LockThe cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the traction drive and auger drive clutches must be lu

13SECTION 8: SERVICEWARNING: Before servicing, repairing, orinspecting, disengage all clutch levers andstop engine. Wait until all moving parts have

14• Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 20.Figure 20NOTE: Loosening the six nuts that connect the f

15• Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin of the shift rod assembly, and slide the shaft through the assembly. Reassemble in reverse or

16SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTINGProblem Cause RemedyEngine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.2. Blocked fuel line.3. Choke not in ON posit

17Ref. No.Part No. Part Description1.618-0123 RH Housing2.618-0418 LH Housing w/Fitting3.710-0642 Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .754.711-1020711-0908Sp

18Models 522 WE & 724 WE20202344556477891010111112151314151617181192021222324252526282926113031323334835Drive ClutchCableAuger ClutchCableAuger Cl

19Models 522 WE & 724 WERef. No.Part No. Part Description1.710-1652 Hex Screw 2.784-5688 Drive Cable Guide Bracket3.784-5687A Auger Clutch Cable B

2TABLE OF CONTENTSContent PageImportant Safe Operation Practices...3Loose Parts...

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21Models 522 WE & 724 WERef. No.Part No. Part Description1.712-0116 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-242.756-0178 Flat Idler 3.784-5632A Auger Idler Arm4.710-0459

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23Models 522 WE & 724 WERef. No.Part No. Part Description1.710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x.6252.731-1324 Belt Cover3.732-0339 Extension Spring4

24Models 522 WE & 724 WE923292412628187122062115AA5418112712204435324845353233444546493272363851321141424343424111694731403437BB546255665953636459

25Model 522 WE & 724 WERef. No.Part No. Part Description1.684-0008A Shift Arm Assembly2.705-5204A Chute Crank Ass’y3.720-0274 Handle Grip4.710-026

26Models 522 WE & 724 WE

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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:TWO-YEAR RESIDENTIALONE-YEAR COMMERCIALProper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibilit

3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESThis symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the persona

45. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. 6. Do not operate

5SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS The snow thrower is shipped with following loose parts in the carton. Please remove all loose parts from the carton before d

6• If not already attached, slip the cables that run from the handle panel to the chute into the cable guide located on top of the engine. See Figure

7Traction Control and Shift Lever AdjustmentTo check the adjustment of the traction control and shift lever, proceed as follows:• Move the shift lever

8Chute Directional ControlThe chute directional control is located on left side of the snow thrower.To change the direction in which snow is thrown, t

9• If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows. • Rotate choke knob to OFF position.• Connect power cord to switch box on engine