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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty

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

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION

IMPORTANT

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

21-inch Self-Propelled Mower — Model 949

01/05/2006

FORM NO. 769-02318

Summary of content (20 pages)

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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL 21-inch Self-Propelled Mower — Model 949 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 unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state law
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This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare, and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Table of Contents Slope Gauge ....................................................... 3 Safe Operation Practices ................................... 4 Setup and Adjustment ....................................... 6 Operating Your Lawn Mower .............................. 8 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower .....................
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Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. 1 Slope Gauge �� 3 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). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury.
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2 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. When you see this symbol.
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19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging 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. 20. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control handle or other safety protective devices in place and working.
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3 1. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. a. Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in Figure 3-1. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets. Setup and Adjustment b. Tighten hand knobs to secure upper handle to lower handle. Make sure that each carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle. � �� NOTE: Make certain the drive cable is routed around the outside and above the lower handle. 2.
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5. The mower was shipped with the mulching cover installed on the unit. For bagging purposes, you will need to attach the discharge chute and grass bag in place of the mulching baffle. a. Remove three wing nuts holding the mulching cover in place and remove the cover. � b. Replace with discharge chute, while making sure the front lip of chute goes under the edge of the deck. Secure with wing nuts previously removed, Figure 3-4. � 3 Setup and Adjustment c.
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4 Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control Drive Control Operating Your Lawn Mower Height Adjustment Lever Recoil Starter Mulch Cover Side Discharge Chute WARNING The blade control is a safety device. DO NOT attempt to bypass its operation. Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
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WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating or maintaining the mower. � Starting and Stopping the Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower � � while starting engine or operating mower. Never �� run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated � �� areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
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5 Lubrication • Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least once a season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely in both directions, Figure 5-1. • Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate the axle bolt and inner surface of the wheel with light oil.
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Blade Care WARNING: When removing cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold blade. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and carburetor are facing up. 2. Remove bolt, bell blade support, blade, and blade adapter from the engine crankshaft, Figure 5-3. When removing these items, the pulleys and washers may also break free from the crankshaft.
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5 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 8. Loosen the belt keeper bolt and lock nut half a turn, Figure 5-6. 9. Using a pair of pliers, pull back and rotate belt keeper from the slot on the idler bracket, Figure 5-7. 10. Slide the belt out from between the belt keeper and the idler bracket. 11. Slide the belt out from around the pulley on the transmission. Belt Keeper 12. Remove belt from around the crankshaft, Figure 5-8. Discard the worn belt. Installing the Belt Idler Bracket 13.
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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. Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. • Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. � • Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
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6 Problem Engine fails to start Trouble Shooting 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. Spark plug wire loose. 2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 3. 4. 5. 6. For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer. Blade control disengaged. Spark plug wire disconnected. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Engine not primed. 5. Faulty spark plug. 6. Blocked fuel line. 7. Engine flooded. Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Vent in gas cap plugged. Water or dirt in fuel system.
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Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower �� 7 Safety Labels WARNING ��
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Side Discharge Chute 28 747-04451 Belt Keeper Rod 3 712-04063 Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 29 754-0460 V-Belt 4 726-0240 Cable Tie 30 750-04438A Sleeve Spacer 5 746-0557 Control Cable, 47-inch 31 731-1833A Mulch Cover 6 710-0654A TT Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.00 32 712-0397 Wing Nut 7 782-0078B 21-inch Deck 33 726-0233 Push Nut 8 736-1836 Front Axle Cover 34 710-0134 Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .62 9 710-1242 HL Screw, 5/16-14 x .
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HH Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .620 25 10622B Plastic Ratchet Spring Shoulder Screw .340x.285x1/4-20 PAWL RH 736-0270 Bell Washer .265 x .75 x .062 3 748-0318 Wheel Ratchet 27 748-0381 4 720-0223 Grip 5 732-0803A Spring Lever 28 16855 Ratchet PAWL Plate 6 738-0529 Shoulder Nut 29 734-2010 Rear Wheel 9 x 2.125 Rwd PM 7 750-0515 Spacer .51 x .70 x .38 30 712-0414 Weld Nut 8 741-0978 Hex Sleeve Bearing 31 710-1315 TT Screw 3/8-16 x 1.
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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 workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.