Cub Cadet 524 SWE Operator's Manual

CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019Printed In USAOperatOr’s ManualSafe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance •

10 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-UpChute Directional Control (If Equipped)1. Remove the plastic cap (if present), flat washer and hairpin clip from t

11Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-UpAuger ControlWARNING! Prior to operating your snow thrower, carefully read and follow all instructions below. Perf

Controls and Features412Snow thrower controls and features are described below and illustrated in Figure 4-1. Shift LeverThe shift lever is located in

13Section 4 — controlS and FeatureSAuger ControlThe auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage

14 Section 4 — controlS and FeatureS4-Way Chute Directional Control (If so Equipped)The chute directional control is located on the left side of the d

Operation515Starting and Stopping the EngineRefer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your snow thrower for instructions on starting and stopp

Maintenance & Adjustments616MaintenanceEngineRefer to the Engine Operator’s Manual.Tire PressureRefer to Assembly and Set-up section for informati

17Section 6 — Maintenance & adjuStMentSFigure 6-34. Apply a light coating of Bostik Regular Grade Never-Seez® to the hex shaft. See Figure 6-4.Fi

18 Section 6 — Maintenance & adjuStMentS2. Loosen the lower hex screw on the drive cable bracket. See Figure 6-6.Figure 6-63. Position the brack

Se rvice719Belt ReplacementAuger BeltTo remove and replace your snow thrower’s auger belt, proceed as follows:1. Allow the engine to run until it is

Thank you for purchasing a Cub Cadet Snow Thrower. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained

20 Section 7 — Service5. Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing. 6. Remove the frame cover from the u

21Section 7 — ServiceDrive BeltNOTE: Special tools are required and several components must be removed in order to replace the snow thrower’s drive be

22 Section 7 — Service5. Carefully remove the hex nut which secures the hex shaft to the snow thrower frame and lightly tap the shaft’s end to dislod

Troubleshooting823Problem Cause RemedyEngine fails to start 1. Choke not in CHOKE position.2. Spark plug wire disconnected.3. Fuel tank empty or st

Replacement Parts924Component Part Number and Description954-04050A Auger Drive Belt (2X 524 WE, 2X 524 SWE, & 2X 526 SWE)954-04260 Wheel Drive

Attachments & Accessories1025The following attachments and accessories are available for your Cub Cadet snow thrower. See your Cub Cadet dealer or

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Important Safe Operation Practices23Training1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to

4 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSSafe Handling of GasolineTo avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gaso

5Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSClearing a Clogged Discharge ChuteHand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is

6 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSSafety SymbolsThis page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, u

Assembly & Set-Up37AssemblyRemove all loose parts before assembling.Handle Assembly1. Place the shift lever in the Forward-6 position2. Obser ve

8 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-Up2. Insert chute control rod into chute control head. Push rod as far into chute control head as possible, keeping t

9Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-Up6. Insert the chute control rod into the pinion gear below the joystick. Make sure to line up the hole in the rod w