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Cub Cadet 979 Operator's Manual

Cub Cadet 979 Operator's Manual

21” self-propelled self starter mower
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
21" Self-Propelled
Self Starter Mower

Model Number

979
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019
CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
769-00032A.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO.
(5/02)

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  • Page 1: Model Number

    Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019 CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 769-00032A.fm PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below. (Model Number) (Serial Number) Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: CUB CADET LLC P. O. BOX 361131 www.cubcadet.com CLEVELAND, OH 44136 DEALER LOCATOR PHONE NUMBER: 877-282-8684 ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power- rating, specifications, warranty and service.

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: 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: Slope Operation

    19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may complete stop before removing the grass catcher or obscure your vision of a child who may run into the unclogging the chute.
  • Page 5 Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade safety protection, frequently check components and for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade replace immediately with original equipment with the original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual.

  • Page 6: Slope Gauge

    SECTION 2: 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.

  • Page 7: Assembling Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil IMPORTANT: Handle Assembly in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your mower. NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position.

  • Page 8: Know Your Lawn Mower

    NOTE: Make certain the drive cable is routed around the outside and above the lower handle so it does not Lower Handle interfere with attaching the grass bag. • The rope guide, which is connected to the support Starter Rope rod, is located on the right side of lower handle.

  • Page 9: Operating Your Lawn Mower

    Shift Lever Safety Key The shift lever is located on the drive clutch control The safety key is located on the engine. See Figure 6. housing on the upper handle. This lever is used to The safety key is a safety device used to activate and select the forward speed of the mower.
  • Page 10 To Stop Engine and Blade 8. Firmly push primer bulb 3 times. 9. While standing at upper handle, depress the starter control button fully with the thumb of your right WARNING: The blade will continue to rotate hand. for three seconds after the blade control 10.

  • Page 11: Attaching The Grass Bag

    Attaching The Grass Bag • ALWAYS lock and remove safety key and store in a safe place until next use. The safety key is • Remove three wing nuts holding the mulching designed and intended to be removed from engine baffle or side discharge chute in place and remove when not in use.

  • Page 12: Making Adjustments

    Emptying the Grass Bag • Attach side discharge chute to unit and secure with the three wing nuts. See Figure 10. • While holding the grass bag by both the rear handle and the lower handle, lift the grass bag straight up off the adapter.

  • Page 13: Engine Adjustments

    • Reassemble the upper handle to the lower handle. The adjustable cable bracket is located on the left side • Attach the starter rope as instructed in the of the mower beside the engine. See Figure 15. Assembly Section. • Start engine and place speed control lever in the sixth speed position.

  • Page 14: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER General Recommendations Customer Responsibilities MAINTENANCE SERVICE SCHEDULE DATES Lubricate Wheels Lubricate Blade Control Clean Deck Blade Care Check Oil Change Oil Replace Air Filter Clean Engine Check Spark Plug Check Spark Arrester (if any) WARNING: Be sure to disconnect the spark •...
  • Page 15 We do not recommend the use of a IMPORTANT: pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit. Cutting Blade Removal, Replacement, and Sharpening Lubricate • 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.
  • Page 16 • Place blade bell support on blade. Make sure the • Using a pair of pliers, pull back and rotate belt notches on the blade bell support are aligned with keeper bracket from the slot on the idler pulley. small holes in the blade. •...
  • Page 17 • Pinch both sides of the belt together so that the belt is not in the pulley groove, and the lower pulley can Six-Speed Belt be pushed towards the engine. See Figure 23. Cable Slot Control Lower Pulley Half Belt Belt Lower Guard Pin...
  • Page 18 SECTION 8: STORING YOUR LAWN MOWER The following steps should be taken to prepare your • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described lawn mower for storage. in the lubrication instructions. We do not recommend the use of a IMPORTANT: WARNING: Be sure to disconnect the spark pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Blade control handle disengaged. 1. Engage blade control handle. 2. Start control button not depressed. 2. Depress starter control button 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Connect wire to spark plug. 4.

  • Page 20: Parts List

    Model 979 36 37...
  • Page 21 Model 979 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 647-0070 Control Handle 10622B Plastic Spring Ratchet 748-0381 Pawl RH 731-2623 Bail Cover (Not shown) 731-0904A Upper Control Handle 748-0188B Pawl LH 738-0137A Shld Screw .340 ID x .285 OD 16864 6 Spd.
  • Page 22 Model 979...
  • Page 23 Model 979 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 720-0223 Grip 712-0896 Hex Jam Nut 1/4-28 782-7598 Belt Keeper 732-0803A Spring Lever 738-0529 Shoulder Nut .825 x .165 Lg. 741-0600 Bearing 710-0751 Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .620...
  • Page 24 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet Cub Cadet LLC does not extend any warranty for LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in products sold or exported outside of the United States, the United States, its possessions and territories.

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