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Cub Cadet 10M Operator's Manual

Cub Cadet 10M Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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Push Mower — Model 10M
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
Form No. 769-03690
(November 27, 2007)

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  • Page 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA Form No. 769-03690...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Locate your nearest Cub Cadet Dealer at (877) 282-8684 ◊ Write us at Cub Cadet LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 This product has met the rigid safety standards of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing laboratory.

  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    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 A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping. Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling; release the handle immediately.
  • Page 5 Service Safe Handling Of Gasoline: To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes, which can ignite.

  • Page 6: Spark Arrestor

    Spark Arrestor WARNING: This machine 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.
  • Page 7 2 — i ectiOn MpOrtant peratiOn ractices...

  • Page 8: Assembly & Set-Up

    Make sure that each carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle. • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual Locate the hairpin clip on the weld pin on each side of lower handle. Remove hairpin clip from this hole. Using a pair of pliers, insert hairpin clip into the hole on pin closest to the bracket.
  • Page 9 The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle. See Fig. 3-3. Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope guide. Figure 3-3 Hold blade control against upper handle. Pull starter rope out of the engine. Release blade control.
  • Page 10 Adjustments Cutting Height Each wheel has a height adjustment lever to change the cutting height of the mower. Depress height adjustment lever towards wheel. Slide lever to desired position for a change in cutting height. See Fig. 3-6. Figure 3-6 Release lever towards deck.

  • Page 11: Controls & Features

    Controls and Features Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute Blade Control The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit. Release it to stop engine and blade. WARNING: This blade control is a safety device.

  • Page 12: Operation

    Using Your Lawn Mower Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.

  • Page 13: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here.

  • Page 14: Service

    To ensure safe operation of your mower, periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque. Off-Season Storage The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Engine Fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skips (hesitates) at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass Uneven cut Cause Blade control disengaged. Spark plug boot disconnected. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Engine not primed (if equipped with primer).

  • Page 16: Engine Operation

    Engine Operation Fuel Cap Starter Grip Oil Fill Oil Drain Pre-Operation Check Oil Recommendations NOTE: This engine is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine warranty. •...

  • Page 17: Starting The Engine

    Check Oil Level NOTE: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine stopped. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. See Fig. 10-2. Oil Fill Cap/ Dipstick Upper Level Figure 10- Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.

  • Page 18: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance WARNING: Shut off the engine before performing any maintenance. To prevent accidental start-up, disconnect the spark plug boot. IMPORTANT: If engine must be tipped to transport equipment or to inspect or remove grass, keep spark plug side of engine up.
  • Page 19 Oil Service • Check oil level regularly. • Be sure correct oil level is maintained. Check every five hours or daily before starting engine. See oil checking procedure in the Operation section. Oil Change IMPORTANT: Be sure to check engine on a level surface with the engine stopped.
  • Page 20 Spark Plug Service WARNING: DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. Remove the spark plug boot and use a spark plug wrench to remove the plug.

  • Page 21: Removing From Storage

    Fuel Filter Service The fuel filter cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if run with old gasoline. Remove all fuel from tank by running engine until it stops from lack of fuel. Remove c-clamp from fuel line and remove fuel line from tank outlet.
  • Page 22 Notes...

  • Page 23: The Surestart Guarantee

    If the engine on your mower fails to conform to this limited warranty, Cub Cadet will cover the cost of parts and labor associated with any adjustments and/or repairs necessary to return your engine to its warranted condition.

  • Page 24: Illustrated Parts List

    Model 10M...
  • Page 25 712-04065 Hex Lock Nut 787-01290A Height Adjustment Plate 687-02180 Handle Bracket - RH 687-02179 Handle Bracket - LH 710-0606 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.50 712-04064 Nut, Flange Lock, 1/4-20 746-04239A Choke Cable 631-04232A Engine Shroud 710-04577 Screw, Machine, M4-.7 Model 10M...
  • Page 26 Engine Model - 1P65...
  • Page 27 Part Number 951-10337 Fuel Tank 951-10336 Flywheel Shroud 951-10335 Rubber Fuel Tank Mounting Washer 951-10334 Oil Filler Tube Assembly 951-10333 Dipstick Assembly 951-10406 Cylinder Head Complete 951-10407 Short Block Assembly 951-10320 Stop Switch and Brake Assembly 951-10319 Recoil Spring and Pulley Assembly 951-10314 Push Rod Kit 951-10313...

  • Page 28: Emission Control System Warranty Statement

    Cub Cadet LLC (Cub Cadet), The United States Environment Protection Agency (U. S. EPA) The U. S. EPA and Cub Cadet are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your model year 2005 and later small off-road engine. New small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the stringent anti-smog standards. Cub Cadet must warranty the emission control system on your engine for the period of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your small off-road engine.
  • Page 29 (c) Cub Cadet will include a copy of the following emission warranty parts list with each new engine, using those portions of the list applicable to the engine.
  • Page 30 Notes...
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  • Page 32: Warranty

    Please see the operator’s manual for information on required maintenance and service intervals. The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD...

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