Cub Cadet 500 Series User Manual

P. O. Box 1386, 97 KENT AVENUE, KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1
Printed In USA
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
769-09072
07.17.13
Two-Stage Snow Thrower — 500 & 600 Series

Cub Cadet 500 Series Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-Cycle OHV
Engine Displacement	208cc
Intake Height	21 inches
Auger Material	Steel
Auger Diameter	12 inches
Skid Shoes	Adjustable
Speeds	6 forward, 2 reverse
Chute Control	Crank
Starting System	Recoil

Summary

Important Safe Operation Practices

Training Guidelines

Read and follow all instructions before assembly and operation. Keep manual for reference.

Preparation for Operation

Inspect area, remove objects, wear safety gear, check footwear.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Engine exhaust and vehicle components contain chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects.

General Danger Warning

Machine can amputate body parts or throw objects; heed safety instructions to avoid injury or death.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Fueling Safety Procedures

Guidelines for safe refueling, including container use, ignition sources, and cooling.

Safety Symbols

Understanding Safety Symbols

Explains symbols and their meanings for safe operation and maintenance.

Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute

Safety Precautions

Never use hands; shut off engine, wait for parts to stop before clearing.

Clearing Procedure

Steps to safely remove obstructions using the clean-out tool.

Assembly & Set-Up

Auger Control Test

Operation

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Refer to the separate engine manual for starting and stopping instructions.

Engaging Drive and Augers

Steps to engage the snow thrower's drive system and augers for operation.

Replacing Shear Pins

Troubleshooting

Engine Starting Problems

Common issues and remedies for engine failure to start.

Engine Running Problems

Solutions for erratic engine RPM, overheating, or loss of power.

Unit Performance Issues

Troubleshooting for units that fail to propel or discharge snow properly.