Cub-cadet 500 series User Manual

Printed in U.S.A.FORM NO. 772C0718(7/2004)IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructionsCUB CADET, 60 OTTAWA STREET SOUTH, KITCHENER, ONTARIO N2G 3S7ca

10(inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug. • Make certain both the auger control and drive control are in the dise

11against the starter.3. If the engine still fails to start, repeat the first two steps. If continued attempts do not free starter, follow the electri

12• If for some reason, you have to operate the snow thrower on gravel, keep the skid shoe in the highest position for maximum clearance between groun

13Figure 14Check V-Belts Follow instructions below to check the condition of the drive belts every 50 hours of operation.1. Remove the plastic belt c

14Shave Plate and Skid ShoesThe shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. Check these periodically and replace

159. Re-install frame cover and flip the snow thrower back to the operating position.10. Wrap auger belt around the engine pulley.11. Re-install belt

16. Figure 23Figure 249. Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel assembly, tightening the four screws in rotation and with equal f

17See Figure 26C.4. Thread the ferrule up or down the shift rod as necessary until the ferrule lines up with the upper hole in the shift lever. See Fi

18SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTINGNOTE: This section addresses minor service issues. For further details, contact an authorized servicecenter for assistanc

19SECTION 8: THREE (3) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYFor three (3) years from the date of original purchase of our products, we will either repair or replace,

2TABLE OF CONTENTSFINDING MODEL NUMBERThis Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you to assemble, prepare and

3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger t

4odorless and deadly gas. 6. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a bu

5SECTION 2: SETTING UP YOUR SNOW THROWERNOTE: The snow thrower is shipped with oil andWITHOUT GASOLINE. After assembly, refer toseparate engine manu

63. One end of each chute keeper is already attached to the chute flange. Pivot the free end of the chute keeper to align it with the chute flange and

7Auger Control Test1. To check the adjustment of the auger control, push forward the left hand control until the rubber bumper is compressed. There sh

81. Adjust skid shoes by loosening the four hex nuts (two on each side) and carriage bolts. Move skid shoes to desired position. 2. Make certain the e

9IMPORTANT: Always release the drive control before changing speeds.Auger ControlThe auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the auger