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Cub Cadet BC280

Cub Cadet BC280
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769-09452 / 00 11/13
2-Cycle Trimmer / Brushcutter
BC280
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Oil and Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based
on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright© 2013 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SERVICE
DO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF
PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
For assistance regarding the assembly, controls, operation or
maintenance of the unit, please call the Customer Support Department
at 1-877-282-8684 in the United States or 1-800-668-1238 in Canada.
Additional information about the unit can be found on our website:
www.cubcadet.com (U.S.) or www.cubcadet.ca (Canada).
For service, please call the Customer Support Department to obtain
a list of authorized service dealers near you. Service on this unit,
both within and after the warranty period, should only be performed
by an authorized and approved service dealer. When servicing, use
only identical replacement parts.
IMPORTANT: Read this manual thoroughly before using this product. Follow all instructions.
Operator’s Manual

Questions and Answers:

Cub Cadet BC280 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Type2-cycle
Cutting Swath17 inches
Shaft TypeStraight
Weight12.5 lbs
Line Diameter0.095 inches
Starting SystemRecoil
Warranty3 year limited residential / 90 day limited commercial

Summary

Comprehensive Safety Guidelines

Critical Operating Safety Rules

Essential safety rules for operating the unit, covering bystander safety and unit condition.

Gasoline Unit Safety Precautions

Safe Operation and Attachment Usage

Guidelines for safe operation and specific warnings for trimmer and brushcutter attachments.

Unit Overview and Specifications

Detailed Technical Specifications

Provides comprehensive technical specifications for the BC280 model.

Unit Assembly Procedures

Handle Assembly Installation and Adjustment

Procedures for installing and adjusting the handle assembly for optimal grip.

Fuel and Oil Management

Correct Fuel and Oil Mixing

Detailed instructions for correctly mixing fuel and oil for the 2-cycle engine.

Safe Fueling and Handling Practices

Essential steps for safely fueling the unit and handling gasoline.

Engine Starting and Stopping

Procedure for Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for safely starting the engine, including choke and primer use.

Procedure for Stopping the Engine

Instructions on how to safely shut down the engine.

Operating the TrimmerBrushcutter

Scheduled Maintenance Procedures

Blade Replacement Guide

Air Filter Maintenance

Idle Speed Adjustment

Unit Cleaning and Storage

Troubleshooting Engine and Performance

Troubleshooting Engine StartIdle Issues

Solutions for common problems related to engine starting and idling.

Troubleshooting Performance and Stalling

Solutions for issues like poor acceleration, loss of power, or engine stalling.

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