Cub Cadet 522 WE manual Operating Your Snow Thrower

Chute Directional Control

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.

Chute Tilt Control

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

Primer

Choke

		Rope
Ignition Key		Starter
	Throttle	Handle

Fuel Shut-off Valve

The fuel shut-off valve, located

Closed

Control

Figure 8

under fuel tank, controls fuel flow

from the tank. Always make certain Open it is in the Open (vertical) position

before attempting to start the engine.

Throttle Control

The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine.

Safety Ignition Key

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

IMPORTANT: Do NOT attempt to turn the key.

SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER

WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.

Gas And Oil Fill-up

•Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your snow thrower.

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

To Start Engine

•Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.

•Make certain the fuel cut-off valve, if your snow thrower is so equipped, is in OPEN position.

•Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers are in the disengaged (released) position.

•Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not turn key.

NOTE: Engine will not start unless ignition key is inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover.

Electric Starter

WARNING: The optional electric starter is equipped with a grounded three-wire power cord and plug, and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It must be used with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock. Follow all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric starter.

•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 home electrical system is grounded, but a three-hole receptacle is not available, one should be installed by a licensed electrician before using the electric starter.

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