Cub Cadet 2X 728 TDE, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...s 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 Form No 769 08170 May 7 2012 Track Drive Snow Thrower 728 TDE ...

Page 2: ...ensure your complete satisfaction at all times Throughout this manual all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s Manual packed separately with...

Page 3: ...he eyes 2 Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer garments Do not wear jewelry long scarves or other loose clothing which could become entangled in moving parts Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery surfaces 3 Use a grounded three wire extension cord and receptacle for all machines with electric start engines 4 Adjust auger housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock...

Page 4: ...g 5 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas 6 Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs 7 Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch Keep children away 8 Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic ...

Page 5: ... where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as a water heater furnace clothes dryer etc 11 Always refer to the operator s manual for proper instructions on off season storage 12 Check fuel line tank cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks Replace if necessary 13 Do not crank engine with spark plug removed 14 According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the U S ...

Page 6: ...et near rotating parts in the auger impeller housing or chute assembly Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw objects which can cause serious personal injury WARNING GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling WARNING CARBON MONOXIDE Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ven...

Page 7: ...3 1 NOTE Make certain the cables are seated properly in the roller guides See Figure 3 2 3 Looking beneath the handle panel check that all of the cables steering auger shift and drive are properly routed and not pinched or kinked 4 Secure the handle by tightening the plastic knob located on both the left and right sides of the handle Remove and discard any rubber bands if present They are for pack...

Page 8: ...ime See Figure 3 5 Figure 3 5 4 Squeeze the trigger on the joystick and rotate the chute by hand to face forward The holes in the chute control input will be facing up See Figure 3 6 NOTE The chute will not rotate without squeezing the trigger on the joystick Top View Chute Control Input Figure 3 6 5 Rotate the joystick to the one o clock position so that the silver indicator arrow on the pinion g...

Page 9: ...the joystick Make sure to line up the hole in the rod with the arrow on the pinion gear See Figure 3 8 NOTE The chute control rod will fit snugly into the pinion gear Support the rear of the dash panel with one hand while inserting the rod with your other hand to ensure the rod is inserted all the way into the pinion gear NOTE The hole is a reference for aligning the rod with the indicator arrow o...

Page 10: ... loose gravel causing personal injury or damage to the snow thrower and surrounding property For close snow removal on a smooth surface raise the skid shoes higher on the auger housing Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared is uneven such as a gravel driveway NOTE If you choose to operate the snow thrower on a gravel surface keep the skid shoes in position for maximum clearance...

Page 11: ...eat this several times 5 With the throttle control in the FAST rabbit position and the auger control in the disengaged up position walk to the front of the machine 6 Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows NO signs of motion IMPORTANT If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating immediately return to the operator s position and shut off the engine as instructed in the Engine O...

Page 12: ...ion number one 1 being the slowest NOTE Always release the drive control before changing speeds Headlight The headlight is on whenever the engine is running Heated Grip CAUTION It is recommended that you wear gloves when using the heated grip If the heated grip becomes too hot turn it off ON OFF To activate the heated grips move the switch found on the rear of the dash panel into the ON position T...

Page 13: ...ontrol is located on the left handle Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing action Release to stop Augers When engaged the augers rotate and draw snow into the auger housing Chute Assembly Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute assembly Track Steering Controls The left and right track steering controls are located on the unde...

Page 14: ...until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging The chute clean out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip Should snow and ice become lodged in the chute assembly during operation proceed as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening 1 Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control 2 Stop the engine as instructed in the Eng...

Page 15: ...p the augers To Steer With the drive control engaged squeeze the right steering trigger control to turn right Squeeze the left steering trigger control to turn left Engage Heated Grips To activate the heated grips move the switch found on the rear of the dash panel into the ON position See Figure 5 1 CAUTION It is recommended that you wear gloves when using the heated grip If the heated grip becom...

Page 16: ...ch attach it to the auger housing 2 Reassemble new shave plate making sure heads of carriage bolts are to the inside of housing Tighten securely Refer to Figure 6 1 Lubrication Gear Shaft The gear hex shaft should be lubricated at least once a season or after every twenty five 25 hours of operation 1 Run fuel tank dry then carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the aug...

Page 17: ... 5 3 Pivot the bracket downward to take up slack in the cable 4 Retighten the hex nut Auger Control Refer to the Assembly and Set up section for instructions on adjusting the auger control cable Skid Shoes Refer to the Assembly and Set up section for instructions on adjusting the skid shoes Track Tension Over time the track can stretch Adjust the track tension as follows See Figure 6 6 J Bolt Fron...

Page 18: ...e cable Hold the flats on the ferrule with pliers and tighten the jam nut against the ferrule Figure 6 7 4 Rotate the coupling end of the cable counterclockwise to provide more slack or clockwise to decrease the slack in the cable 5 Retighten the hex jam nut See Figure 6 7 6 Check the adjustment of the drive control as described above to verify proper adjustment has been achieved Chute Directional...

Page 19: ... Remove the key to avoid unintended starting 2 Remove the plastic belt cover at the front of the engine by removing the two self tapping screws See Figure 7 1 Figure 7 1 3 Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on its auger housing 4 Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self tapping screws which secure it See Figure 7 2 NOTE Tracks removed for...

Page 20: ... all fuel from tank by running engine until it stops Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine 2 Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self tapping screws Refer to Figure 7 1 3 Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing 4 Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing self tapping screws ...

Page 21: ...place the friction wheel rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found 1 Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine 2 Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the housing 3 Remove the self tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower 4 Using a 3 4 wrench to hold the gear shaft remove the hex bolt and bell washer...

Page 22: ...peat this process several times to ensure the plates are secured with equal force between 6 ft lbs and 9 ft lbs NOTE Make sure the shift lever pin is in place in the bearing housing See Figure 7 9 inset 10 Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin of the shift rod assembly and slide the shaft through the assembly See Figure 7 9 Reassemble in reverse order NOTE Make sure to install the g...

Page 23: ... tighten spark plug wire 2 Remove ice and snow from gas cap Be certain vent hole is clear Excessive vibration 1 Loose parts or damaged auger 1 Stop the engine immediately and disconnect the spark plug wire Tighten all bolts and nuts If vibration continues have the snow thrower serviced by an authorized service dealer Snow Thrower fails to propel itself 1 Drive control cable in need of adjustment 2...

Page 24: ... Shear Pin 1 50 714 04040 Bow tie Cotter Pin 731 06931 Skid Shoe Deluxe 931 2643 Chute Clean out Tool 790 00118 Shave Plate 28 790 00145 Stainless Steel Shave Plate 28 731 05632 Key 951 10292 Spark Plug Contact your Cub Cadet dealer to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual have your full model number and serial number ready Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at w...

Page 25: ...ub Cadet dealer for information regarding compatibility price and availability have your full model number and serial number ready Model Number Description 929 0071A Extension Cord 110V OEM 390 679 Drift Cutter Kit OEM 390 995 Snow Thrower Protective Cover 490 241 0010 Polymer Skid Shoe Kit 490 241 0013 Snow Thrower Maintenance Kit ...

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Page 28: ... sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure b Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States and or Canada and their respective possessions and territories except those sold through Cub Cadet s authorized channels of export distribution c Replacem...