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Cub Cadet 18M Operator's Manual

Cub Cadet 18M Operator's Manual

19-inch self propelled rotary lawn mower
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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
19-inch Self Propelled Rotary Lawn Mower — Model 18M
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any uniiproved 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.
FORM NO. 769-02812
PRINTED IN U.S.A
CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
2/9/2007

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  • Page 1 Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL 19-inch Self Propelled Rotary Lawn Mower — Model 18M IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any uniiproved 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).

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Maintaining Your Lawn Mower ... 10 Trouble Shooting ... 14 Safety Labels ... 15 Cub Cadet LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs, and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO ASSEMBLE YOUR NEW...

  • Page 3: 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. Slope Gauge WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).

  • Page 4: Safe Operation Practices

    DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator Safe can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

  • Page 5: Slope Operation

    19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog- ging the chute. The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating.

  • Page 6: Setup And Adjustment

    Setup and Adjustment Figure 3-1: Unfold handle and tighten hardware. NOTE: Stand behind the mower as if you were going to operate it. Your right hand corresponds to the right side of the mower; your left hand corresponds to the left side of the mower.
  • Page 7 c. Attach center top of bag from inside of bag. 6. Before attaching the grass catcher, the mulching baffle must be removed. See Figure 3-5. a. Lift rear discharge door. b. Remove mulching baffle. 7. Follow steps below to attach grass catcher: a.

  • Page 8: Operating Your Lawn Mower

    Do not bypass its operations. Figure 4-1: The major components on the mower. Now that you have setup your lawn mower for operation, Use extreme care it’s important to become familiar with its controls. when handling Blade Control gasoline.
  • Page 9 Using Your Lawn Mower Be sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage the lawn mower or the engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.

  • Page 10: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower

    Figure 5-2: Remove rear flap. General Recommendations • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover IMPORTANT: Do not items that have been subjected to operator abuse use a pressure washer or negligence.
  • Page 11 Blade Care WARNING: 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. Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when necessary.
  • Page 12 Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of your lawn mower before storage. engine baffle to the deck . See Figure 5-4. Remove engine baffle.
  • Page 13 NOTES...

  • Page 14: Trouble Shooting

    2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Choke engine as instructed in “Operating Your Lawn Mower”. 5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6. Clean fuel line. 7. Wait a few minutes to restart.

  • Page 15: Safety Labels

    TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE. IF DAMAGED, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY. • N I T • • L I H • . ˚ 5 . T E E L I Read and follow Operating Instructions before running engine.

  • Page 16: Engine Appendix

    Engine Safe Operation Practices • When adding fuel, turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap. • Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well ventilated area. • Use only an approved gasoline container. •...

  • Page 17: Safety Label Location

    Running engine produces heat. Engine parts, especially muffler, become extremely hot. Severe thermal burns can occur on contact. Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush, etc., can catch fire. • Allow muffler, engine cylinder, and fins to cool before touching. •...

  • Page 18: Operating Your Engine

    Engine Figure 9-1: The major components of the engine. Read this section before starting your lawn mower engine. Compare the illustration in Figure 9-1 with your lawn mower IMPORTANT: This engine to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.

  • Page 19: Check Oil Level

    Check Oil Level IMPORTANT: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine stopped. 1. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. See Figure 9-2. 2. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.

  • Page 20: Maintaining Your Engine

    IMPORTANT: If engine must be tipped to transport equipment or to inspect or remove grass, keep spark Maintaining plug side of engine up. Transporting or tipping engine spark plug down may cause smoking, hard starting, Your spark plug fouling, or oil saturation of air cleaner. Engine Tasks Check Engine...

  • Page 21: Air Cleaner Service

    IMPORTANT: Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods. Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis, it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil.

  • Page 22: Removing From Storage

    Electrode Maintaining Your Engine Figure 10-4: Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. 3. Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as necessary by bending side electrode. See Figure 10-4. The gap should be set to 0.030 in. 4.
  • Page 23 NOTES...
  • Page 24 Model 18M Wheel Tread...

  • Page 25: Parts List

    Ref. Part No. Description 787-01471 19” Deck 748-04159 Transmission Support Bearing 710-1241 Screw, 1/4-15 x 1.000 710-04577 Screw, Machine, M4-.7 x 10.00 749-04312 Lower Handle 631-04232 Engine Shroud 736-0504 Washer, Wave, .510 x .750 x .017 748-04016A Blade Adapter 742-0739 Mulching Blade 736-0524B Blade Bell Support...
  • Page 26 Engine 1P0FUA...
  • Page 27 Ref. Part No. 951-10368 Fuel Tank 951-10369 Flywheel Shroud 951-10335 Rubber Fuel Tank Mounting Washer 951-10334 Oil Filler Tube Assembly 951-10333 Dipstick Assembly 951-10413 Cylinder Head Complete 951-10414 Short Block Assembly 951-10321 Stop Switch and Brake Assembly 951-10319 Recoil Spring and Pulley Assembly 951-10344 Push Rod Kit 951-10345...
  • Page 28 NOTES Use this page to make notes and write down important information.
  • Page 29 NOTES Use this page to make notes and write down important information.

  • Page 30: 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 31 (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 32: Warranty

    MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “Cub Cadet” warrants this product against defects in material and...

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