Cub Cadet 826 SWE, 1130 SWE Operator's Manual
Operator’s Manual
826 SWE
1130 SWE
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.
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
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO.
770-10026A
(12/99)
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...........................................................................8
Making Adjustments ..........................................................................................10
Maintaining Your Snow Thrower........................................................................11
Service...............................................................................................................12
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................15
Parts List............................................................................................................16
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.
(Model Number) (Serial Number)
Copy the model number here:
Copy the serial number here:
CUB CADET CORP.
P.O. BOX 368023
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136
CALLING WARRANTY SERVICE
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 locate your nearest Cub Cadet dealer. Before contacting your local
dealer, be sure to have your unit’s model number and serial number ready. See previous
section to locate this information.
2
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
This Warning symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the
personal safety and/or property of yourself and/or others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual
before attempting to operate your snow thrower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in
personal injury. When you see this symbol, heed its warning.
WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
DANGER: Your snow thrower 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 in jury. Fail ure to obse rve the foll owing sa fety instru ctions coul d result in ser ious injur y
or death.
Training
• Read this operators manual carefully in its entirety
before attempting to assemble or operate this
machine. Be completely familiar with the controls
and the proper use of this machine before operating
it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and
regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.
• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
a snow thrower. Children 14 years old and over
should only operate snow thrower under close
parental supervision. Only persons well acquainted
with these rules of safe operation should be allowed
to use your snow thrower.
• No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or
while taking medication that impairs the senses or
reactions.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
especially small children and pets.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating in reverse.
Preparation
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all door mats, sleds, boards,
wires and other foreign objects.
• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine.
• Do not operate the equipment without wearing
adequate winter outer garments. Do not wear
jewelry, long scarfs or other loose clothing which
could become entangled in moving parts. Wear
footwear which will improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
• Before working with gasoline, extinguish all
cigarettes and other sources of ignition. Check the
fuel before starting the engine. Gasoline is an
extremely flammable fuel. Do not fill the gasoline
tank indoors, while the engine is running, or until
engine has been allowed to cool at least two
minutes. Replace the gasoline cap securely and
wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.
• Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all units with
electric drive motors or electric starting motors.
• Adjust auger housing height to clear gravel or
crushed rock surface.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine is running (except where specifically
recommended by the manufacturer).
• Let the engine and machine adjust to outdoor
temperature before starting to clear snow.
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing an adjustment or
repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that may
be thrown from the machine in any direction.
Operation
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening and
auger at all times.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert
for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry
passengers.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove wire from spark plug, and thoroughly
inspect the snow thrower for any damage. Repair
the damage before restarting and operating the
snow thrower.
• If the snow thrower should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately
for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
• Stop engine whenever you leave the operating
position, before unclogging the collector/impeller
housing or discharge guide, and making any
repairs, adjustments, or inspections. Never place
your hand in the discharge or collector openings.
Use a stick or wooden broom handle to unclog the
discharge opening.
3
• Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit
unattended. Disengage the collector/impeller, shift
into neutral, stop the engine, and remove the key.
• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain collector/impeller and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep
away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
• Do not run an engine indoors. When starting the
engine and transporting the snow thrower in or out
of a building, open the doors. Exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
• Never operate the snow thrower without guards,
plates, or other safety protection devices in place.
• Never operate the snow thrower near glass
enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop off,
etc., without proper adjustments of snow thrower
discharge angle. Keep children and pets away.
• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting
to clear snow at too fast a rate.
• Never operate the machine at high transport speeds
on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care
when backing.
• Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow
anyone in front of unit.
• Disengage power to collector/impeller when
transporting or not in use.
• Use only attachments and accessories approved by
the manufacturer of snow thrower (such as wheel
weights, counter weights, cabs, etc.).
• Never operate the snow thrower without good
visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing an d
keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.
• The muffler and engine become hot and can cause
a burn. Do not touch these areas.
Maintenance And Storage
• Check the shear bolts, engine mounting bolts , etc.,
at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where ignition sources are present,
such as hot water and space heaters, clothes
dryers, and the like. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
• Always refer to the operators manual instructions
for important details if the snow thrower is to be
stored for an extended period.
• Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow
to prevent freeze up of collector/impeller. Check
clutch controls periodically to verify that they
engage and disengage properly and readjust if
necessary. Refer to the operators manual for
adjustment instructions.
Y our Responsibility
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and
instructions in this manual and on the machine. Some of the safety labels on the equipment are
reproduced below. Take a moment to study these labels before operating the unit. Always maintain
safety while operating or servicing the equipment.
AND CLOTHING AWAY.
KEEP HANDS, FEET
ROTATING AUGER AVOID INJ U R Y FR O M
SHUT OFF ENGINE
BEFORE
UNCLOGGING
DISCHARGE CHUTE.
DANGER
WARNING
STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING
1.
DEBRIS AND SERVICING UNIT.
KEEP CLEAR OF IMPELLER WHILE
2.
ENGINE IS RUNNING.
3.
NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT
BYSTANDERS OR WINDOWS OR
ALLOW ANYONE IN FRONT OF
UNIT.
THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA
4.
WHERE THE EQUIPMENT IS TO BE
USED AND REMOVE ALL DOOR
MATS, SLEDS, BOARDS, WIRES AND
OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS.
REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR
5.
FULL INSTRUCTIONS.
4
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 Figure 1 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.
IMPORTANT: NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with 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 thrower’s
warranty.
Figure 1
SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER
NOTE: Any referen ce in this manual to the left or right
side of the snow thrower is observed from the
operator’s position.
IMPORTANT: Make any final adjustments as instructed
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.
• Remove the lower two plastic wing nuts, cupped
washers and carriage bolts from each side of 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.
• 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.
• 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.
Lower Handle
Wing Nuts,
Washers
and Bolts
Figure 2
Upper
Shift Rod
Connector
Lower
Shift Rod
Figure 3
NOTE: If the conn ector is not prop erly assemb led, the
shift rod will pivot and y ou will not be able to change
speeds or change directions.
Handle Panel
Upper Handle
Shift Rod
5
• 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
Figure 4
Final Adjustments
“Z” End
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:
• 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
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:
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 y ou are unc ertain that you have reached the
correct adjustment, refer to the Traction Control
Adjustment in Section 6 of this manual.
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.
IMPORTANT: When operating your snow thrower on a
gravel driveway, ALWAYS adjust the skid shoes into
the HIGHEST position.
6
Adjust skid shoes as follows:
• 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: Make certain the 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.
Carriage Bolts
Skid Shoes
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
Shave Plate
High
Low
Figure 6
Hex Nuts
Auger
Control
Steering Control
Chute-Rotation
Left Wheel
Electric
Switch
Heated Handles
Handles
Chute
Tilt
Control
Figure 7
Traction Control /
Auger Control Lock
Switch
Shift
Lever
Right Wheel
Steering Control
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located in the center of the
handle 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.
IMPORTANT: Always release the traction
control before 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).
Traction Contr ol / Auger Control 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 ca n release the auger control ( 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).
Electric Chute-Rotation Switch
The electric chute-rotation switch is located o n the left
side of the snow thrower handle panel.
To change the direction in which discharged 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 clockwise.
IMPORTANT: Release the switch once the chute has
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.
7
Wheel Steering Controls
The left and right wheel 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 wheel steering 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: It is easier to maneuver a non-running snow
thrower with both wheel steering controls held in
simultaneously.
the Open (vertical) position before attempting to start
the engine.
Primer
Choke
Switch
Box
Heated Handles Switch
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 handles.
NOTE: The heated handles a re a compliment, NO T a
substitute for proper cold weather outerwear for hands.
It is recommended that the user wear gloves/mittens
when operating this snow thrower.
IMPORTANT: Toggle the heated handles switch to the
left into the OFF position after using the snow thrower.
Chute Tilt Contro l
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
Closed
Open
Electric
Ignition
Key
Throttle
Control
Recoil
Starter
Handle
Figure 8
Starter
Button
Headlight
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 8.
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 8.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT attempt to turn the key.
SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER
Gas And Oil Fill-Up
IMPORTANT: Although your snow thrower comes
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.
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors,
with the engine running or while engine is
hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.
Electric Starter
WARNING: The electric starter is
equipped with a three-wire power cord
and plug, and is designed to operate on
120 volt AC household current. It must be properly
grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of
electric shock which may cause injury to the
operator. Follow all instructions carefully.
Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician 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
8
is grounded and a three-hole receptacle is not
available at the point your starter will norma lly 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
IMPORTANT: If the unit shows any sign of motion
(traction drive or augers) with the controls disengaged,
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 8. 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.
• 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 8.
NOTE: Always cover the ven t hole in the primer button
when pushing. Additional priming may be necessary for
°
cold starts if the temperature is below 15
• 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 8).
• Recoil Start: Grasp the starter handle (see Figure
8) 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.
F.
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 lose the i gnition key. Keep it in a safe
place. The engine will not start without the ignition key.
• 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 8.
To Engage Wheel 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 higher 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.
IMPORTANT: NEVER move the shift lever without first
releasing the traction control. Doing so will cause
premature wear to the drive system’s friction wheel.
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.
9
Loading...