Cub Cadet 724 STE, 926 STE User Manual

Operator’s Manual

Models 724 STE 926 STE

Model 926 STE shown

IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.

Warning:

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 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

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This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-

CUB CADET CORP. P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

FORM NO.

770-10008B

(6/2000)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Content Page

Important Safe Operation Practices...................................................................3

Loose Parts .......................................................................................................5

Assembling Your Snow Thrower .......................................................................5

Know Your Snow Thrower.................................................................................7

Operating Your Snow Thrower ..........................................................................9

Making Adjustments ..........................................................................................11

Maintaining Your Snow Thrower........................................................................12

Servicing Your Snow Thrower ...........................................................................13

Troubleshooting.................................................................................................16

Parts List............................................................................................................17

FINDING MODEL NUMBER

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new Snow Thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plat e is very import ant if you ne ed help fr om your loca l authorize d Cub Cade t dealer.

You can locate the model number by looking at the lower frame cover on the rear of your snow thrower. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.

Copy the model number here:

CUB CADET CORP.

P.O. BOX 368023

CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136

Copy the serial number here:

CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Dealer Referral Line.

Call 1- (800)-528-1009 to reach the Customer Dealer Referral Line. Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information.

SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

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—heed its warning.

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit

chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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 can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Training

1. Read, understand, a nd follow all in struction s on the machine and in the manual(s ) before a ttempting to assemble and o perate. Keep this ma nual in a safe pl ace for future and regular re ference a nd for orde ring replacement parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their prope r operation. Know how to stop the mach ine and d isengage them quickly.

3. Never allow childre n under 14 y ears old to operate this machine. Children 14 years old and over should rea d and understand the op eration in struction s and sa fety rules i n this manual and should be trained and sup ervised b y a parent.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.

5. Thrown objects can cause seriou s personal injury . Plan your snow throwin g pattern to avoid di scharge of mat erial toward roads, bystanders and the like.

6. Keep bystanders, hel pers, pets and chi ldren at l east 75 feet from the machin e while it is in operatio n. Stop machine if anyo ne enters the area.

7. Exercise caution to avoid s lipping o r falli ng, espe cially when operating in reverse.

Preparation

1. Thoroughly inspect the area wh ere the eq uipment i s to be used. Remove all door mat s, newspa pers, sle ds, boards, wires and o ther foreig n object s which c ould be tripped over or throw n by the auger/imp eller.

2. Always wear safet y glasses or eye s hields d uring operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. T hrown ob jects whi ch ricochet can cause serious inj ury to the eyes.

3. Do not operate wit hout wearing adequate winter outer garments. Do not wear jewelry, long scarves or other loose clothing which cou ld becom e entang led in m oving parts. Wear footwear w hich wi ll improve footing on slippery surfaces.

4. Use a grounded three wire ex tension cord and receptac le for all units with electric start engi nes.

5. Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces.

6. Disengage all cl utch levers before st arting the engin e.

7. Never attempt to m ake any adjustme nts while engine i s running, except where spec ifically recomm ended in the operator’s manual.

8. Let engine and m achine adju st to outd oor tem perature before starting to clear snow.

9. To avoid personal injury or pro perty damage use extre me care in handling gasolin e. Gasol ine is e xtremely flammable and the v apors are explosiv e. Serious personal injury c an occur w hen gas oline is spilled o n yourself or your c lothes which c an ignit e. Wash y our skin and change clot hes immedi ately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container. b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cig ars, pipes and other

sources of ignition. c. Never fuel machine indoo rs. d. Never remove gas cap or add fue l whil e the

engine is hot or running. e. Allow engine to cool at leas t two minu tes before

refueling. f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fil l tank to no more tha n

½ inch below bottom of fill er neck to provide space

for fuel expansi on. g. Replace gasoli ne cap an d tighten secu rely. h. If gasoline is sp illed, wip e it off th e engine and

equipment. Move machine to another area . Wait 5

minutes before start ing the e ngine. i. Never store the machine or fuel containe r inside

where there is an o pen flam e, spark or pilot l ight

(e.g. furnace, water heater, space heate r, clothes

dryer etc.). j. Allow machine to cool 5 minute s before storin g.

Operation

1. Do not put hands o r feet near rotating p arts, in the a uger/ impeller housing o r disc harge chu te. Cont act wit h the rotating parts can am putate ha nds and feet.

2. The auger/impelle r clutch lev er is a safety de vice. Nev er bypass its operati on. Doing so, makes the ma chine unsafe and may cause p ersonal i njury.

3. The clutch leve rs must o perate easily in both d irections and automatical ly return to the disengaged pos ition when released.

4. Never operate with a miss ing or da maged di scharge chute. Keep all safe ty devic es in pl ace and working.

5. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly vent ilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide , an odorless and dea dly gas .

6. Do not operate mac hine while under the influenc e of alcohol or drugs.

7. Muffler and engine be come hot and c an cause a burn. D o not touch.

8. Exercise extreme ca ution when operating on or cro ssing gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

9. Exercise caution w hen changi ng directi on and w hile operating on slop es.

10. Plan your snow t hrowing pat tern to av oid disc harge towards windows, wa lls, cars e tc. To avoid prope rty damage or personal injury caus ed by a ricochet.

11. Never direct disc harge at c hildren, b ystander s and pet s or allow anyone in front of t he machi ne.

12. Do not overload machine capa city by attemptin g to clear snow at too fast of a rate.

13. Never operate this machin e without good visib ility or light. Always be sure of your footi ng and k eep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, n ever run.

14. Disengage power to t he aug er/impeller w hen transporting or not in use.

15. Never operate mach ine at hi gh transp ort speeds on slippery surfaces. Look down and b ehind an d use ca re when in reverse.

16. If the machine shoul d start to vibrate abn ormally, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug an d grou nd it agai nst the engine. Inspect thoroughly for dam age. Repair any damage before starting and ope rating.

17. Disengage all cl utch lev ers and st op engin e before y ou leave the operating position (be hind the handles). Wai t until the auger/im peller come s to a complete stop befo re unclogging the d ischarge chute, m aking an y adjustments, or inspecti ons.

18. Never put your hand in the d ischarge or colle ctor openings. Always use a cl earing to ol to unc log the discharge opening.

19. Use only attach ments a nd acce ssories approved by the manufacturer (e.g. wheel weigh ts, tire c hains, cabs etc.) .

20. If situations occur which are not covered in this manua l, use care and good judgment. Cont act your dealer or telephone 1-800-528-10 09 for assistance and the name of your nearest s ervicing dealer.

Maintenance And Storage

1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

2. Disengage all cl utch lev ers and stop engi ne. Wait u ntil the auger/impelle r come to a complet e stop. D isconn ect the spark plug wi re and grou nd again st the en gine to prevent unintended starting before cl eaning, repairi ng, or inspecting.

3. Check bolts, and sc rews for pro per tig htness at frequent intervals to keep t he ma chine in safe worki ng condi tion. Also, visually inspe ct mach ine for an y damag e.

4. Do not change the engi ne governor settin g or over-speed the engine. The g overnor c ontrols the m aximum s afe operating speed o f the eng ine.

5. Snow thrower shave plates an d skid shoes are subj ect to wear and damage. F or your s afety protecti on, freque ntly check all compon ents and replace with origin al equipment manuf acturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only. Use of parts which do not m eet the ori ginal eq uipment specifications may lea d to imp roper perfor mance an d compromise safety.

6. Check clutch co ntrols period ically to verify they engage and disengage prope rly and adjust, if ne cessary. Refer to the adjustment s ection i n this op erator’s man ual for instructions.

7. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

8. Observe proper disposal l aws and regulations for ga s, oil, etc. to protect the environmen t.

9. Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to clear snow from machine an d prevent freeze up of auger/i mpeller.

10. Never store the machine or fuel c ontainer i nside whe re there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a wate r heater, furnace ,cloth es dryer etc .

11. Always refer to the operator’s ma nual for p roper instructions on off-season storage.

Your Responsibility:

Restrict the use of this p ower ma chine to persons wh o read, understand and fo llow the w arnings and ins tructions in this manual and on t he mach ine. The s afety la bels ar e given below for your refer ence.

SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS

The snow thrower is shipped with the following loose parts in the carton. Please remove all loose parts from the carton before discarding it. See below to identify the parts, noting that these parts may be referred to again in the following sections of the manual. Part numbers are shown in parentheses.

Auger Shear Bolts

Shear Bolts (710-0890A)

Hex Lock Nuts (712-0429)

The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts may shear. Two replacement shear bolts and nuts ar e provid ed for your conveni ence. Sto re in a safe place until needed.

IMPORT ANT :

hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox or other components as a result of doing so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower’s warranty.

NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with standard

Figure 1

SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER

NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the left or right

side of the snow thrower is observed from the operator’s position.

IMPORT ANT :

later on in this section BEFORE operating your snow thrower. Failure to follow the instructions may cause damage to the snow thrower.

• Remove the screws from the top, sides, and ends of the shipping carton.

• Set the panels aside to avoid tire punctures or personal injury.

• Remove and discard the plastic bag that covers the unit.

• Roll the unit out of the carton.

Make any final adjustments as instructed

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug

and ground it against the engine to pr event unintended starting.

• Model 926 STE: Remove the low er two plastic wing nuts, cupped washers and carriage bolts from each side of the lower handle. See Figure 2.

• Model 724 STE: Remove the lower two plastic wing nuts, cupped washers and carriage bolt (eyebolt on the left side) from the lower handle. See Figure 2.

• Raise the upper handle assembly until it locks over the lower handle. See Figure 3.

• Look at the lower rear of the snow thrower frame to be sure all the cables are aligned with the cable roller guides.

• Model 926 STE: Secure the upper handle and lower handle with the two plastic wing nuts, cupped washers and carriage bolts previously removed and tighten the upper two plastic wing nuts.

• Model 724 STE: Secure the upper handle and lower handle with the two plastic wing knobs, cupped washers and carriage bolt (eyebolt on left side) previously removed. See Figure 3.

• Model 724 STE: Adjust the eyebolt on the chute directional control so the rod does not come into contact with the engine by moving the hex nut against the handle (if necessary). Retighten the wing nut to secure the directional control in this position.

• Slide the shift rod connector down over the end of the lower shift rod. See Figure 3. Tap the connector until it locks over the lower shift rod.

Upper Handle

Eyebolt

Lower Handle

Wing Knobs, Washers, & Bolts

Model 724 STE shown

Figure 2

Hex Nut

Eyebolt

Lower

Shift Rod

Figure 3

Shift Rod

Connector

Wing Knobs

NOTE: If the connector is not properly assembled, the

shift rod will pivot and y ou will not be able to change speeds or change directions.

• If not already attached, slip the cables that run from the handle panel to the chute into the cable guide located on top of the engine. See Figure 4.

Cable Guide

• Loosen the jam nut and thread the cable in (for less slack) or out (for more slack) as necessary. See Figure 5 .

• Recheck th e adjustm ent bef ore reti ghtenin g the jam nut against the cable.

Traction Control and Shift Lever Adjustment

NOTE: It is eas ier to maneuver a non-running sno w

thrower with both track steering controls held in simultaneously.

To check the adjustment of the traction control and shift lever, proceed as follows:

• Move the shift lever into the sixth (6) position.

a. With the traction control (see Figure 7 )

released, push the snow thrower forward, then pull it back. Disregarding the overall weight of the snow thrower, the machine should otherwise move freely.

b. Engage the traction control, and attempt to

move the machine both forward and rearward. You should experience resistance as the wheels should not be turning.

• Move the shift lever into the fast reverse (R2) position and repeat the previous steps (a & b).

If you experienced resistance either when repositioning the shift lever (see Figure 7 ) from position 6 to R2 or when attempting to move the machine forward or rearward with the traction control released, your snow thrower’s traction control is in need of adjustment and you should NOT operate the snow thrower before completing the adjustment as follows:

Figure 4

• Unwrap the headlight wire, which is attached to the headlight beneath the handle panel.

• Wind the headlight wire around the right handle until excess slack i s remo ved.

• Plug the wire from the right side of the engine, beneath the fuel tank.

Final Adjustments

Auger Control Adjustment

Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows:

• Push forward on the auger control (Refer to Figure 7 ) until the small rubber bumper contacts the upper handle. There should be slack in the cable. See Figure 5 .

• Release the auger control. The cable should be straight. Make certain you can depress the auger control against the left handle completely without using excess force.

If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

“Z” End

Jam Nut

Auger Control Cable

Figure 5

• Loosen the jam nut on the traction control cable (located opposite the auger control cable) and UNTHREAD the cable one full turn.

• Recheck t he ad justm ent.

• Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when the correct adjustment is reached.

If the machine can be moved freely both forward and rearward with the traction control fully depressed, proceed as follows:

• Loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable and THREAD the cable in one full turn.

• Recheck the adjustment and repeat the adjustment as necessary.

• Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when the correct adjustment is reached.

NOTE: If you are uncertain that you have reached the

correct adjustment, refer to the Traction Control Adjustment in the previous column.

Skid Shoe Adjustment

The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted by repositioning the skid shoes found on either side of the snow throwers auger housing. For smooth surface snow removal such as on an asphalt driveway, place the skid shoes in a lower position. Use a higher position when the area to be cleared is uneven. See Figure 6.

• Loosen, but do NOT remove, the three hex nuts which fasten the skid shoe to the auger housing.

• Move the skid shoe to the desired position.

NOTE: Ma ke certain th e entire bottom surface of the

skidshoe is against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes.

• Retighten the hex nuts loosened earlier.

• Repeat this adjustment on the skid shoe found on the opposite side of the snow thrower.

NOTE: The skid shoes are reversible on this machine.

When one side wea rs out, it can be rotated 180° and the other flat skid surface can be used.

Shave Plate

Carriage Bolts

IMPORT ANT :

gravel driveway, ALWAYS adjust the skid shoes into

When operating your snow thrower on a

Skid Shoes

the HIGHEST position.

Adjust skid shoes as follows:

SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER

Shift Lever

The shift lever is located in the center of the handle

Auger

Control

Steering Control

Chute-Rotation

Left Track

Electric

Switch

Heated Handles

Handles

Chute

Tilt

Control

Model 926 STE shown

Figure 7

Traction Control /

Auger Control Lock

Switch

Shift Lever

Right Track

Steering Control

panel and is used to determine both ground speed and direction of travel. It can be moved into any of eight positions.

Forward

Your snow thrower has six forward (F) speeds. Position one (1) is the slowest and position six (6) is the fastest.

Reverse

Your snow thrower has two reverse (R) speeds. R1 and R2, R2 is the faster speed.

IMPORT ANT :

changing speeds.

Auger Control

The auger control is located on the left handle. See Figure 7. Squeeze the auger control lever to engage the augers. Release to stop the snow throwing action (the traction control must also be released).

High

Low

Hex Nuts

Figure 6

Always release the traction control before

Traction Control / Auger Cont rol Lock

The traction control is located on the right handle. See Figure 7. Squeeze the traction control to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop.

This same lever also locks the auger control so you can operate the electric chute rotation switch without interrupting the snow throwing process. If the auger control is engaged simultaneously with the traction control, the operator can release the auger contr ol (on the left handle) and the augers will remain engaged. Release the traction control to stop the augers and wheel drive (the auger control must also be released).

Chute Directional Control (Model 724 STE)

The chute directional control is located on left side of the snow thrower.

To change the direction in which snow is thrown, turn chute directional control as follows:

• Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.

• Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

Electric Chute-Rotation Switch (Model 926 STE)

The electric chute-rotation switch is located o n the left side of the snow thrower handle panel. To change the direction in which discharge d snow is thrown, proceed as follows:

• Push the toggle switch to the left to rotate the chute counterclockwise.

• Push the toggle switch to the right to rotate the chute clockwis e.

IMPORT ANT :

completed its rotation cycle in either direction. Failure to do so can result in damage to the electric chute motor and/or its drive gear.

Release the switch once the chute has

Track Steering Control

The left and right track steering controls are located on the underside of the handles and are used to assist in steering the snow thrower. See Figure 7. Squeeze the right track control when turning right, squeeze the left control when turning left. Operate your snow thrower in open areas until you become familiar with these controls.

NOTE: The heated grips are a compliment, NOT a

substitute for proper cold weather outerwear for hands. It is recommended that the user wear gloves/mittens when operating this snow thrower.

IMPORT ANT :

left into the OFF position after using the snow thrower.

Chute Tilt Control

The distance snow is thrown can be changed by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Move the chute tilt control forward to decrease the distance, toward the rear to increase. See Figure 7.

Fuel Shut-Off Valve

The fuel shut-off valve, located under the fuel tank, controls fuel flow from the tank. Always make certain it is in the Open ( vert ical ) posi tion befo re attempting to start the engine.

Track Lock Lever

The track lock lever is located on the right side of the snow thrower and is used to select the position of the auger housing and the method of track operation. See Figure 8. Move the lever to the right, then forward or backward to one of the three positions.

Transport—Raises the front end of the snow thrower for

easy transport. Using proper caution, this position may also be used on many gravel driveways to clear snow while leaving gravel undisturbed.

Normal Snow—Allows the tracks to be suspended independently for continuous ground contact.

Packed Snow—Locks the front end of the snow thrower

down to the ground for hard-packed or icy snow conditions.

Toggle the heated handles switch to the

Closed

Open

Track

Lock Lever

NOTE: It is eas ier to maneuver a non-running sno w

thrower with both track steering controls held in simultaneously.

Heated Handles Switch (Model 926 STE)

The heated handles switch is located on the right side of the snow thrower handle panel. See Figure 7. To activate the heated handles, toggle the switch to the right to generate heat within the handle grips.

Packed

Snow

Normal

Snow

Figure 8

Transport

Headlight

Primer

Choke

Switch

Box

The headlight is on whenever the engine is running.

Throttle Control

The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine when pushed down completely. See Figure 9.

Safety Ignition Key

The safety ignition key must be fully inserted in the switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key when the snow thrower is not in use. See Figure 9.

IMPORT ANT :

Do NOT attempt to turn the key.

Ignition

Key

Throttle Control

Figure 9

Recoil Starter Handle

Electric

Starter Button

SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER

Before Starting

WARNING: Read, unde rstand, and follow

all instructions and warnin gs on th e machine and in this manual before operating.

• The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety purposes during assembly. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug before starting.

Gas And Oil Fill-Up

IMPORT ANT :

shipped with oil already in the engine, you MUST check the engine oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit BEFORE starting the engine for the first time. Read instructions carefully.

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.

Although your snow thrower comes

WARNING: Use extreme care when

handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

Electric Starter

WARNING: The electric starter is

equipped with a three-wir e power cord and plug, and is desig ned to operat e on 12 0 volt

AC household current. It must be prop erly grounded at

all times to avoid the possi bility of electric sh ock which may cause injury to the operator. Follow all instructions carefully. Determine that your house wiring is a threewire grounded system. A sk a lic en se d ele ct ri cian if you are not certain. If your house wiring system is not a three-wire grounded system, do not use this electric starter under any conditions. If your system is grounded and a three-hole receptacle is not available at the point your starter will normally be used, one should be installed by a licensed electrician.

When connecting the power cord, always connect the cord to the starter on the engine first, then plug the other end into a three-hole grounded receptacle.

When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug the end from the three-hole grounded receptacle first.

To Start Engine

IMPORT ANT :

(traction dr ive or aug ers) with the control s diseng aged, shut the engine off immediately. Readjust as instructed under Final Adjustments in Section 3 of this manual.

• Attach the spark plug wire to the spark plug.

• Make certain the fuel shut-off valve is in the open

(vertical) position.

• Make certain that both the auger control and the traction control are in the disengaged position.

• Move the throttle control up to the FAST position. Insert the ignition key into the slot. See Figure 9. Be certain it snaps into place. Do not turn the key.

• Rotate the choke knob to the FULL choke position (cold engine start). If the engine is warm, place the choke in the OFF position.

If the unit shows any sign of motion

• Connect the power cord (electric start) to the switch box on the engine. Plug the other end of power cord into a three-hole, grounded 120 volt AC receptacle.

• Push the primer button three times. If the engine is warm, push the primer button once only. See Figure 9.

NOTE: Always cover the vent hole in the primer

button when pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for cold starts if the temperature is below

• Electric Start: Push the starter button on the front of the engine to turn the starter. When the engine starts, release the starter button (see Figure 9).

• Recoil Start: Grasp the starter handle (see Figure

9) and pull the rope out slowly until resistance is felt. Pull the starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the handle to snap back. Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.

• As the engine warms up and begins to operate evenly, rotate the choke knob slowly to the OFF position. If the engine falters, return to FULL choke, then slowly move to the OFF position.

To Stop Engine

• Run the engine for a few minutes after throwing snow, to help dry off any moisture on the engine.

• To help prevent possible freeze-up of the starter, proceed as follows: Electric Starter: Connect the power cord to the switch box on the engine, then connect to a 120 volt AC receptacle. With the engine running, push the starter button and spin the starter for several seconds. The unusual sound made by the spinning starter will not harm the engine or starter. Disconnect the power cord from receptacle first, and then from the switch box. Recoil Starter: With the engine running, pull the starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times. Pulling the starter rope will produce a clattering sound, which is not harmful to the engine or the recoil starter.

• To stop the engine, push the throttle control lever down to the stop position. Remove the ignition key by pulling it straight out of the keyhole and disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while the equipment is unattended.

NOTE: Do not los e the i gnition ke y. Keep it in a safe

place. The engine will not start without the ignition key.

To Engage Track Drive

• With the engine running near top speed, move the shift lever into one of the six FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions that exist.

NOTE: Use slower speeds in hi gher snow and until

you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.

• Squeeze the traction control against the right handle and the snow thrower will move. Release it and the drive motion will stop.

IMPORT ANT :

releasing the traction control. Doing so will cause premature wear to the drive system’s friction wheel.

NEVER move the shift lever without first

To Engage Augers

To engage the augers and start the snow throwing action, proceed as follows:

• Squeeze the auger control against the left handle.

To disengage power to the augers:

• Release both the auger control and the traction control, if engaged.

The auger control can be locked so you can turn the electric chute directional control without interrupting the snow throwing process. Refer to Traction Control/ Auger Control Lock in Section 4 of this manual.

Operating Tips

NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes.

The engine will not develop full power until it reach es operating temperature.

WARNING: Muffler and surrounding areas

of the engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

• For the most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls.

• Discharge the snow downwind whenever possible.

• Slightly overlap each previous path.

• Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the shave plate for

normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted upward (to lo wer the sh ave plat e) for har d-packe d snow. Adjust downward (to raise the shave plate) when using on gravel or crushed rock.

• Be certain to follow the precautions found in the To Stop Engi ne sec tion to pr even t possi ble freez e-up.

• Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.

• Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor

cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move the control levers back and forth several times. Leave the throttle control lever in the STOP or OFF position. Leave the choke control in the FULL choke position. See Figure 9.

SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: NEVER attempt to make adjustments

while the engine is run ning, except where specifie d in the operator’s manual.

Chute Directional Adjustment

The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to the Chute Tilt Cont rol i n the Know Your Sn ow Th rower Section.

Chute Directional Contr ol And Support Bracket Adjustment (Model 724 STE)

If the spiral at the bass of the chute directional control is not fully engaging with the notches in the lower chute assembly, the support bracket can be adjusted inward or outward as follows:

• Loosen, but do NOT remove the hex nuts which secure the chute directional control support bracket to the snow thrower housing. See Figure 10.

WARNING: Dra in the gasoline out of your

snow thrower’s engine, or place a piece of plastic film under the gas cap to avoid spillage befor e ma king th is a djust ment.

• Tip the snow thrower forward, allowing it to rest on the auger housing.

• Remove the frame cover underneath the snow thrower by removing the six self-tapping screws.

• With the traction control released, there must be clearance between the friction wheel and the drive plate in all positions of the shift lever.

Hairpin

Clip

Flat

Washer

Shift Lever

Ferrule

Spiral

Hex Nuts

Figure 10

• Adjust the support bracket inward or outward so that the spiral is fully engaged in the notches on the chute before retightening the hex nuts.

Support Bracket

Skid Shoe Adjustment

The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted by raising or lowering the skid shoes. Refer to Skid Shoe Adjustment in Section 3 of this manual.

Traction Control Adjustment

Refer to the information found under the heading Final Adjustments in Section 3 of this manual to adjust the traction control. If you are uncertain that you have reached the correct adjustment, proceed as follows:

Clutch Rod

Connector

Shift Arm

Figure 11

• With the traction control engaged, the friction wheel must contact the drive plate. See Figure 12.

If adjustment is necessary:

• Loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable (see Figure 5). Adjust the cable as necessary.

• Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached and reassemble.

Upper Shift Rod

Hairpin Clip

Lower Shift Rod

NOTE: If you placed plastic film under the gas cap, be

certain to remove it before operating the snow thrower.

Drive Shaft

Drive

Sprocket

Shaft

Friction

Wheel

Rubber

Figure 12

Cable

Pivot

Rod

Drive

Plate

Auger Control Adjustment

Refer to the information found under the heading Final Adjustments in Section 3 of this manual to adjust the auger control.

Shift Rod Adjustment

To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows.

• Remove the hairpin clip and slide the clutch rod connector up, to separate the upper shift rod from the lower shift rod. See Figure 10.

• Place the shift lever into the sixth (6) position.

• Rotate the shift arm clockwise (from the operator’s

position) as far as it will go.

• Thread the upper shift rod downward until the elbow on its lower end aligns with the hole found in the lower shift rod.

• Reconnect the upper shift rod to the lower shift rod by reinserting the hairpin clip removed earlier and sliding clutch rod connector back down into place.

IMPORT ANT :

adjustment of the shift rod as instructed under the heading Final Adjustments in Section 3 of this manual, before operating the snow thrower.

Make certain t o check for cor rect

SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER

Lubrication

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire

and ground it against the engine before performing any maintenance procedures.

Engine

Refer to the separate engine m anual p acked with yo ur unit for all engine lubrication instructions.

WARNING: When following instruc tions in

the separate engine manual for draining oil, be sure to protect the frame to avoid oil dripping onto transmission parts.

Electric Chute-Rotation Motor (Model 926 STE)

The gear on the electric chute-rotation motor and the base of the discharge chute itself should be lubed with multi-purpose automotive grease once a season. See Figure 13.

Auger Shaft

At least once a season, remove the shear bolts on the auger shaft. Spray lubricant inside the shaft. See Figure

14. Also lubricate the plastic auger bearings at least once a season and grease the fittings on the end of the auger shaft with a standard grease gun.

Gear Shaft

Lubricate the gear shaft with 6-n-1 grease at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation (available at automotive stores, or order part number 737-0170). Refer to Figure 12.

IMPORT ANT :

friction wheel and aluminum drive plate.

Keep all grease and oil off of the rubbe r

Drive and Shifting Mechanism

Lubricate at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation. Remove the frame cover, lubricate any chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and shifting mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on the friction wheel rubber and aluminum drive plate. Refer to Figure 12.

Lube Gear

and Chute Base

Figure 13

Traction Cont rol / Auger Co ntrol Lock

Grease Fittings

Vent Plug

Shear Bolts

The cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the traction drive and auger drive levers must be lubricated at least once a season or every 25 hours of operation. The cams can be accessed beneath the handle panel. Use a multi-purpose automotive grease.

Gear Case

The gear case is lubricated with grease at the factory. Every 25 hours or once a season, remove the vent plug located on the top of the gear case. If necessary, use a grease gun on the gear case grease fitting. Lubricate using Shell Alvania grease EPR00, part number 737-

0168. Refer to Figure 14.

IMPORT ANT :

the seals could result. Be sure the vent plug is free of

Plastic Bearings

Figure 14

grease in order to relieve pressure.

SECTION 8: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER

Do not overfill the gear case. Damage to

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire

and ground it against the engine before performing any repairs or maintenance.

Engine

Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for all engine maintenance procedures.

Augers/Shear Bolts

The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. Refer to Figure 14. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts may shear.

If the augers will not turn, check to see if the bolts have sheared. Two replacement shear bolts and hex lock nuts have been provided with the snow thrower. For future use, order kit number OEM-710-0890 which contains four replacement shear bolts and accompanyin g hex lock nuts.

IMPORT ANT :

standard hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox or other components as a result of doing so will NOT be covered by your snow throwers warranty.

NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with

Shave Plate And Skid Shoes

The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary. Refer to Figure 6.

To remove the skid shoes, remove the six carriage bolts, belleville washers and hex nuts (three on each side) which attach them to the snow thrower. Reassemble the new skid shoes making sure that the bolts and washers are reinstalled correctly. Also, make certain the skid shoes ar e adjust ed so the flat surface is sitting level on the ground. The skid shoes can be rotated on this machine 180° so both flat surfaces of the skid shoe can be utilized for wear.

To remove the shave plate, remove the carriage bolts, belleville washers and hex nuts which attach it to the snow thrower housing. Reassemble the new shave plate, making sure the heads of the carriage bolts are to the inside of the housing. Tighten securely.

Belt Removal And Replacement

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire

and ground it against the engine before performing any repairs or maintenance.

Auger Belts

• Remove the plast ic bel t cove r at th e fro nt of the engine by removing the two self-tapping screws. See Figure 15.

• Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic film under the gas cap.

• Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on its auger housing.

Engine

Self-Tapping Screws

Belt Cover

Auger Housing

Figure 15

• Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

• Roll the front and rear auger belts off the auger drive pulley. See Figure 16.

• Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the auger housing. See Figure 17.

• Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 18.

Wheel

Drive

Pulley

Auger Drive Pulley

Idler

Pulley

Frame

Wheel

Drive

Belt

Idler

Pulley

Auger

Drive Belts

Figure 16

NOTE: If you placed plastic film under the gas cap, be

certain to remove it before operating the snow thrower.

Drive Belt

• Follow the first four steps of the instructions for servicing the auger belts.

• Pull the idler pulley up, and lift the belt off the wheel drive pulley and friction wheel disc. See Figure 17.

• Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket rests on the auger pulley. See Figure 18.

• Slip the belt between the friction wheel and drive disc. See Figure 18. Remove and replace the belt. Reassemble following the instructions in reverse order.

NOTE: The support bracket must rest on the stop bolt

after the new belt has been assembled. See Figure 18.

NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the six nuts that

connect the frame to the auger housing to aid in bel t removal.

• Lift the rear auger belt from the auger pulley, and slip the belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. See Figure 17. Repeat this step for the front auger belt.

• Replace both auger drive belts by following instructions in reverse order.

Rear

Auger

Belt

Front

Auger

Belt

Support Bracket

Auger Pulley

Idler

Spring

Figure 17

Auger

Housing

Frame

Support

Bracket

Spring

Friction Wheel

Drive Plate

Drive Belt

• Reassemble the new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel plates and hub, tightening the six screws in rotation and with equal force.

• Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin of the shift rod assembly, and slide the shaft through th e asse mbly . Reas sembl e in re verse order.

Stop Bolt

Support Bracket

Figure 18

Servicing Friction Wheel Rubber

The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and should be checked after 25 hours of operation, and periodically thereafter. Replace the friction wheel rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found.

• Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.

• Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it rests on the housing.

• Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

• Using a 7/8" wrench to hold the shaft, loosen, but do not completely remove, the hex bolt and washer on the left end of the shaft. See Figure 19 and Figure 20.

• Lightly tap the hex bolt to dislodge the ball bearing from the right side of frame before removing the hex bolt and washer from the left end of the shaft.

• Move the shaft to the right and slide the friction wheel assembly from the shaft.

• Remove the six screws from the friction wheel assembly (three from each side). Remove the friction wheel rubber from between the friction wheel plates. See Figure 18

NOTE: If you placed plastic film under the gas cap, be

certain to remove it.

Hex Bolt

Track

Spacer

Support

Bracket

Sprocket

Washer

Figure 20

Shift Rod

Assembly

Friction Wheel

Assembly

Screws

Friction Wheel Plates

Friction Wheel Rubber

Hub

Figure 19

Screws

Shaft

Figure 21

Off Season Storage

WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in tank

indoors or in enclosed, poorl y ventilated areas where fuel fumes may r each an open flam e, spar k or pilot light as on a furnace, wate r heater, clothes dryer, or other gas appliance.

• Clean snow thrower thoroughly.

• Lubricate as instructed above with light oil.

• Follow “Storage” instructions in the Engine Manual.

• Store in a clean, dry area. Block the snow thrower

up so it is not resting on the rubber auger blades.

NOTE: When storing an y type of po wer equipme nt in

an poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment, especially springs, cables and all moving parts.

SECTION 9: TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem Cause Remedy

Engine fails to star t 1. Fuel tank empty, o r stale fuel.

2. Blocked fuel lin e.

3. Choke not in ON p osition

4. Faulty spark plug.

5. Safety key not in ignition switch on engin e.

6. Spark plug wire disconnected.

7. Primer button not being used properly.

8. Fuel shut-off valve closed.

Engine runs erratic 1. Unit running on CHOKE.

2. Blocked fuel lin e or stal e fuel.

3. Water or dirt in fue l system.

4. Carburetor out of adjustment.

Loss of power 1. Spark plug wire loose.

2. Gas cap vent hole plugged.

3. Exhaust port plugged .

Engine overheats 1. Carburetor not ad justed pro perly. 1. Refer to the engine manu al or have t he

Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts or da maged au ger. 1. Stop engine imme diately and disc onnect

Unit fail s to propel itself

1. Traction contr ol cable in need of adjust ment.

2. Drive belt loose or damage d.

1. Fill tank with fresh gasoline.

2. Clean the fuel line.

3. Move switch to ON position

4. Clean, adjust gap or replac e.

5. Insert the key fully into the switch.

6. Connect spark plug wire.

7. Refer to the engine manu al.

8. Open fuel shut-off valve.

1. Move choke lever to OFF position.

2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

3. Drain fuel tank an d carburetor. R efill wi th fresh fuel.

4. Refer to the engine manu al.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2. Remove ice and snow from gas cap . Be certain vent hole is clear.

3. Refer to the engine manu al.

carburetor adjusted b y an aut horized engine service deale r.

spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. If vibration continues, have unit serviced by an authorized se rvice de aler.

1. Adjust traction c ontrol cab le. Ref er to page.

2. Replace drive belt. Refer to page 13.

Unit fail s to discharge snow

Electric chute fails to turn

Electric chute turns i n opposite direction of the switch

1. Discharge chute clogg ed.

2. Foreign object lodged in auger.

3. Auger control cable in need of adjustm ent.

4. Auger belt loose or damaged.

5. Shear bolt(s) sheared

1. Loose electrical connec tions.

2. Blown Fuse.

1. The switch co nnector i s instal led back wards 1. Unplug the switc h conne ctor under the

1. Stop engine imme diately and disc onnect spark plug wir e. Clean discharge chute and inside of auger housing.

2. Stop engine imme diately and disc onnect spark plug wir e. Remo ve objec t from au ger.

3. Refer to page 6 for a djust ment instruc tions.

4. Refer to page 13.

5. Replace Shear bolt(s)

1. Make sure all connectio ns are tight and fully installed.

2. Replace with #5A fuse. The fuse is under handle panel ne ar switch con nector.

handle panel. Tu rn connector 180° and reconnect.

SECTION 10:

Models 724 STE / 926 STE

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— 737-0168 Grease (Two Ounces)

Part No. Part Description

618-0123 RH Housing 618-0418 LH Housing w/Fitting 710-0642 Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 711-0908A

711-0909A 714-0161 Hi-Pro Key, 3/16 x 5/8 715-0143 Spring Spiral Pin, .25 x 1.25 717-0528 Worm Gear, 20-tooth 717-0526 Worm Shaft 718-0186 Thrust Collar 721-0325 Grease Plug 721-0327 Grease Seal 736-0351 Flat Washer, .76 x 1.5 x .030 736-0369 Flat Washer, .508 x 1.0 x .020 736-0445 Flat Washer, .76 x 1.5 x .060 741-0662 Flange Bearing, .75 x 1.0 x .59 741-0663 Flange Bearing, .503 ID x .75 OD 618-0414A

618-0415A 737-3000 Grease Fitting, 3/16” Drive

Spiral Axle, 24” (724 STE) Spiral Axle, 26” (926 STE)

Gear Assy Complete, 24” (724 STE) Gear Assy Complete, 26” (926 STE)

Models 724 STE / 926 STE

For reference only

Models 724 STE / 926 STE

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684-0008A Shift Arm Assembly 710-0262 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5” 710-0449 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2 .25” 710-0788 TT Screw 1/4-20 x 1” 710-0837 C-Sunk Screw #10-16x .625”† 710-0890A Shear Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5” 710-3008 Hex Screw 5/16-18 x .7 5” 711-0677 Ferrule 712-0429 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 714-0104 Cotter Pin 720-0284 Handle Knob 720-0274

725-1757 736-0242 Belleville Washer

736-0275 Flat Washer 736-0451 Saddle Washer 747-0620A Shift Rod: Upper 747-0621 Shift Rod: Lower 749-0951 Lower Handle 749-0952A Upper Handle: L Style RH 749-0953A Upper Handle: L Style LH 750-0963 Connector: Shift Rod 618-0419 Gear Assembly: Ring ‡ 629-0937 Electric Harness: Lower ‡ 710-0262 Carriage Bolt: 5/16-18 x 1.5” 710-0451 Carriage Bolt: 5.16-18 x .750” 710-0599 TT Screw: 1/4-20 x 0.5” 710-0602 TT Screw: 5/16-18 x 1” ‡ 710-0805 Hex Screw: 5/16-18 x 1.5” 710-0817 TT Screw: 5/16-18 x 1. 25” ‡ 710-0896 Hex Screw AB:1/4-14 x 0.625 ” 710-3008 Hex Screw: 5/16-18 x .75” ‡ 712-3027 Hex Flange Lock Nut 724-0249 Electric Motor: Chute Crank ‡ 725-0157 Cable Tie 731-0851A Chute Flange Keeper 731-1300A Lower Chute 731-1313C Cabl e Guide: C hute Tilt 731-1320 Upper Chute 731-2279 Motor Cover: Chute Rotation ‡ 736-0159 5/16 Washer 736-0242 Belleville Washer ‡ 736-0506 Special Washer 746-0896 Control Cable 746-0901 Control Cable 750-1232 Spacer‡

Grip† Heated Grip ‡

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782-0599 Motor Bracket‡ 784-5594 Cable Bracket 784-5604 Handle: Chute Tilt 629-0936

629-0938A 684-0036 Handle Assembly RH 684-0037A Handle Assembly LH 710-1003 Special Hex Screw 712-0271 Hex Sems Nut: 1/4-20 712-0693 Hex Nut‡ 716-0398 Lock Ring: Toggle Switch‡ 720-0232 Shift Knob 725-1672 Lamp Housing 725-1755 Toggle Switch: Double Thr.‡ 725-1756 Toggle Switch: Single Thr.‡ 725-1759 Halogen Lamp: 50 W, 12V 726-0152 Mounting Clamp‡ 731-2276

731-2274 736-0226 Flat Washer† 747-1136 Headlight Retain er 714-0507 Cotter Pin: 3/32 x .75 747-0877 Cam Rod 784-5680 RH Handle Support B racket 784-5679 LH Handle Support Brac ket 748-0362 Cam Handle Loc k 748-0363 Handle Lock Pawl 732-0145 Compression Sprin g: .36 x 1.0 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw: 3/8-24 x 1.5 784-5619A Shift Handle 712-0116 Jam Nut, 3/8-24 732-0193 Comp. Spring: .39 x .6 x .88 736-0105 Bell Washer 784-5682 RH Handle Support B racket 784-5681 LH Handle Support Brac ket 711-0653 Clevis Pin 705-5204A Chute Crank Assembly † 720-0201A Knob † 726-0100 Push Cap † 747-0697 Eyebolt † 735-0234 Rubber Grommet † 736-0185 Flat Washer† 784-5647 Chute Crank Brkt.† 741-0475 Plastic Bushing† 710-3015 Hex Head Cap Screw 1/4-20† 684-0102 Handle Panel

Harness Assembly: Uppe r‡ Harness Assembly: Light †

Handle Pane‡ Handle Panel†

† 724 STE ‡ 924 STE

Models 724 STE / 926 STE

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Part No. Part Description

712-0116 Lock Jam Nut 3/8 -24 756-0178 Flat Idler 784-5632A Auger Idler Arm 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.50 738-0281 Shoulder Screw 736-0167 Flat Washer 732-0611 Extension Spring 712-3068 Hex Nut 5/16-18 710-0276 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.00 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 05931A Housing 741-0309 Ball Bearing 710-0451 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x .75 705-5226 Chute Reinforcement 684-0039C

684-0040C 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 712-0429 Lock Nut 5/16-18 736-0242 Belleville Wash er 736-0231 Flat Wshr, .344ID x 1.125 O D 737-3000 Grease Fitting, 3/ 16” Drive 731-1379B Chute Adapter 712-0324 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20

24” Housing Assy (724 STE) 26” Housing Assy (926 STE)

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736-0463 Flat Washer 784-0399 Bearing Housing w /Fitting 710-0703 Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .7 5 710-0604 Hex Screw 5/16-18 736-0169 Lock Washer 3/8 712-0798 Hex Nut 3/8-16 741-0245 Hex Flange Bearing 784-5038B Skid Shoe 736-0242 Bell Washer 712-3010 Hex Nut 5/16-18 784-5581A

784-5579A 710-0260 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .62 684-0065 Impeller Assembly 715-0114 Pin 618-0414A

618-0415A 605-5188A

605-5192A 736-0188 Flat Washer

741-0493A Flange Bushing 605-5189A

605-5193A 710-0890A Shear Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5

Shave Plate (724 STE) Shave Plate (926 STE)

24” Gear Assy (724 STE) 26” Gear Assy (926 STE)

24” Spiral RH (724 STE) 26” Spiral RH (926 STE)

24” Spiral LH (724 STE) 26” Spiral LH (926 STE)

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted Cub Yellow, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0716.

Cub Yellow: 0716

Cub Beige: 0499

Powder Black: 0637

Models 926 STE

28 29

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging comp letely

Models 926 STE

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Part No. Part Description

710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .625 731-1324 Belt Cover 732-0710 Extension Spring 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .7 5 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 05896A Drive Clutch Idler Bracket 748-0234 Shoulder Spacer 756-0987 Pulley Half 754-0346 V-Belt 756-0986 Pulley Half 736-0270 Bell Washer 710-0230 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x .50 756-0313 Flat Idler 710-1245 Lock Hex Cap Screw 5/ 16-24 712-0181 Lock Jam Nut 3/8-1 6 756-0569 Pulley Half 736-0242 Bell Washer 736-0505 Flat Washer 754-0430A Belt 756-0967 Auger Pulley 736-0247 Flat Washer 3/8 x 1 .25 OD 736-0331 Bell Washer 710-0696 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 748-0360 Adapter Pulley 710-0654A Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0 629-0071 Extension Cord OEM-390-987 Electric Start Kit 712-0324 Lock Nut, 1/4-20 736-0173 Flat Washer, .28 x .74 x .063 732-0705 Cable Guide

Model 724 STE

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Model 724 STE

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05896A Drive Clutch Idler Bracket 710-0230 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 710-0627 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24 710-0654A Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0 710-0696 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 710-1245 Lock Hex Cap Screw 6/16-24 710-1652 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .625 710-3005 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 712-0181 Lock Jam Nut 3 /8-16 731-1324 Belt Cover 732-0339 Extension Spring 736-0159 Washer 5/16 736-0242 Bell Washer 736-0247 Flat Washer 736-0270 Bell Washer 736-0331 Bell Washer 736-0505 Flat Washer 736-0507 Special Wash er 748-0360 Adapter Pulley 750-1053 Spacer 754-0430A Belt 754-0456 V-Belt 756-0313 Flat Idler 756-0569 Pulley Half 756-0967 Auger Pulley 756-0984 Pulley Half 756-0985 Pulley Half OEM-390-987 Electric Start Kit 712-0324 Lock Nut, 1/4-20 736-0173 Flat Washer, . 28 x .74 x .06 3 732-0705 Cable Guide 629-0071 Extension Cord

Models 724 STE / 926 STE

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Part No. Part Description

784-5648 Frame C o ver 710-1652 Tap Screw, 1/4-20 x .625 748-0190 Spacer, .508 ID x .75 OD x .68 732-0264 Ext. Spring 712-0711 Jam Nut, 3/8-24 736-0105 Bell Washer, .401 x .87 x .063 684-0021 Friction Wheel Supp ort Bracket Assy 746-0898 Drive Cable, 39.88” 656-0012A Friction Disc 784-5689A Front Support Guide Bracket 713-0413 Ten-Tooth Sprocket 746-0897 Auger Cable, 44.75” 750-0997 Spacer, .675 ID x 1 OD x .23 711-1042 Hex Track Shaft 684-0042C Friction Wheel Assembly 736-0160 Flat Washer, .536 ID x .93 OD x .05 714-0474 Cotter Pin 741-0563 Ball Bearing 736-0242 Bell Washer, .34 ID x .872 OD 710-0538 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625

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Part No. Part Description

710-0875 Tap Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 736-0270 Bell Washer, .265 x .75 x .062 736-0176 Flat Washer, 1/4 ID x .93 OD x .12 741-1111 Hex Flange Bearing 710-0643 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1 748-0234 Shoulder Spacer 710-0604 Tap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 684-0031 Frame Assembly 738-0924 Spacer 756-0625 Cable Roller 784-5688 Drive Cable Guide Br acket 710-0599 Tap Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 784-5590 Shift Frame Bracket 684-0014B Shift Rod Assembly 784-5687A Auger Cable Guide Bracket 710-0809 Tap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.25 618-0063 Friction Wheel Bearing 718-0301A Friction Wheel Hub 735-0243 Friction Wheel Rubber 784-5617A Friction Plate

Cub Yellow: 0716

Cub Beige: 0499

Powder Black: 0637

Models 724 STE / 926 STE

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10.

11.

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Part No. Part Description

720-0223 Grip 710-0604 Tap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 784-5642 Track Lockout Plate 710-0157 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-24 x .75 736-0242 Bell Washer, .34 ID x .872 OD 684-0038 Track Lock Handl e Assem bly 710-0459A Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.5 712-0214 Hex Nut, 3/8-24 748-0353A Lift Shaft Drive 750-0547 Spacer, .628 ID x .875 OD x .5 784-5609 Steering Cable Bracket 684-0009 Track Pivot Rod Assembly 712-0346 Jam Nut, 1/2-20 731-1292 Snow Track 736-0272 Flat Washer, .5 x 1 x .06 731-1538A Track Drive Wheel 631-0032 Track Idler Wheel 750-0995 Spacer, .51 ID x .75 O D x 1.67 738-0140 Screw, .435 x .178-5/16 x .56 736-0406 Flat Washer, .442 x 1.38 x .06 750-0909 Spacer, .51 ID x 1 OD x 1.34 712-0429 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 618-0044 LH Dogg Assembly 684-0024 Idler Axle Assembly 710-1231 Eye Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3 784-5639 Track Side Plate 711-0911 Actuator Shaft 713-0233 Chain

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Part No. Part Description

618-0169 Track/Steering Shaft Assy 684-0154 Track Hub Assy w/Fittin g 713-0437 Chain 741-0339 Flange Bearing 736-0287 Flat Washer, .793 x 1 .24 x .06 611-0053 Axle Assembly 750-0904 Spacer, .514 x .630 x 1.59 618-0043 RH Dogg Assembly 750-0903 Spacer, .514 x .630 x 2.44 732-0209 Ext. Spring 710-0602 Tap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1 719-0295A Track Housing 746-0948 Steering Cable 746-0950 Steering Trigger 712-0127 Flange Nut 710-1233 Screw, #10-24 x 1.375 716-0114 Retaining Ring 618-0046 Carrier Assembly 717-1211 Ring Gear 716-0115 Retaining Ring 713-0414 13-Tooth Sprocket 711-0912 Track Steering Drive Shaft 736-0502 Flat Washer, .58 x 1.0 6 x .02 736-0336 Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1 x .03 715-0120 Spiral Pin, 3/16 x 1 717-1209 12-Tooth Gear 717-1210 18-Tooth Gear 737-3000 Grease Fitting , 3/16” Drive

Cub Yellow: 0716

Cub Beige: 0499

Powder Black: 0637

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

TWO-YEAR RESIDENTIAL ONE-YEAR COMMERCIAL

Proper maintenance of your Cub Cad et equi pm ent is the own er’s responsibility. Follow the instructions in your operator’s manual for correct lubricants and maintenance schedule. Your Cub Cadet dealer carries a complete line of quality lubricants and filters for your equipment’s engine, transmission, chassis and attachments.

Riding mowers, lawn tractors, garden tractors, Cub Cadet

attachments and home maintenance products

This limited warra nty for residential users, covers a ny defect in mater ials or workmansh ip in your Cub Cadet equipment for two years from the dat e of purchase for the firs t user purchase r. We will replace or repa ir any part or parts without charge through your authorized Cub Cadet dealer.

Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty with 100% replacement during the first three months. V-belts for either the traction drive or any attachments are covered for one year only. Cub Cadet equipment used commercially is warranted for one year only. (Commercial use is defined as either having hired operators or used for income producing purposes.)

Items not covered

The warranty doe s not c over rout ine ma intena nce i tems suc h as lubri cants, f ilt ers (o il, fue l, air a nd h ydraul ic), cleaning, tune-ups, br ake and/or clutch inspection, a djustments made as part of normal maintenance, blade sharpening, set-up, a bus e, a ccid ent s and normal wear. It doe s n ot c ov er in ci den tal cos ts suc h as tr anspo rti ng your equipment to and from the dealer, telephone charges or renting a product temporarily to replace a warranted product.

There is no other express warranty.

How to obtain service

Contact your autho riz ed Cub Ca det s ervi cing de ale r who s old you your Cub Ca det eq uip men t. I f th is d eal er i s not available, see the Consumer Yellow Pages under “lawn mowers” for the name of a dealer near you.

If you need further assistance in finding an authorized Cub Cadet servicing dealer, contact:

Cub Cadet Corporation Post Office Box 368023

Cleveland, Ohio 44136

How does state law apply?

This limited warranty gi ves y ou spec ific lega l rig hts, and you m ay als o have ot her right s which va ry from s tate to state.

Cub Cadet 724 STE, 926 STE User Manual

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