Cub Cadet 1130 SWE User Manual
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Electric Chute-Rotation Switch
The electric chute-rotation switch is located on the left
side of the snow thrower dash panel. See Figure 7.
To change the direction in which discharged snow is
thrown, proceed as follows:
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side of the snow thrower dash panel. See Figure 7.
To change the direction in which discharged snow is
thrown, proceed as follows:
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Push the toggle switch to the left to rotate the chute
counterclockwise.
counterclockwise.
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Push the toggle switch to the right to rotate the
chute clockwise.
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.
do so can result in damage to the electric chute motor
and/or its drive gear.
Heated Handles Switch
The heated handles switch is located on the right side
of the snow thrower handle panel. To activate the
heated handles, toggle the switch to the right to
generate heat within the handles. Toggle the heated
handles switch to the left into the OFF position after
using the snow thrower.
of the snow thrower handle panel. To activate the
heated handles, toggle the switch to the right to
generate heat within the handles. Toggle the heated
handles switch to the left into the OFF position after
using the snow thrower.
NOTE: The heated handles are a compliment to, not a
substitute for, proper cold weather outerwear for hands.
It is recommended that the user wear adequate winter
protection for hands (like gloves/mittens) when
operating this snow thrower.
substitute for, proper cold weather outerwear for hands.
It is recommended that the user wear adequate winter
protection for hands (like gloves/mittens) when
operating this snow thrower.
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. 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. See Figure 7.
the underside of the handles and are used to assist in
steering the snow thrower. 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. See Figure 7.
NOTE: It is easier to maneuver a non-running snow
thrower with both wheel steering controls held in
simultaneously.
thrower with both wheel steering controls held in
simultaneously.
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 7.
the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine
when pushed down completely. See Figure 7.
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 7.
switch before the unit will start. Remove the ignition key
when the snow thrower is not in use. See Figure 7.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT attempt to turn the key.
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER
Before Starting
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow
all instructions and warnings on the
machine and in this manual before
operating.
all instructions and warnings on the
machine and in this manual before
operating.
Gas And Oil Fill-up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your snow thrower. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: Use extreme care when
handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes an other sources
of ignition.
handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes an other sources
of ignition.
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A plastic cup is provided inside the fuel fill opening
on the fuel tank. Remove and discard this cup
before filling up the tank. Use the separate fuel tank
cap to close after fill-up.
on the fuel tank. Remove and discard this cup
before filling up the tank. Use the separate fuel tank
cap to close after fill-up.
To Start Engine
NOTE: If unit shows any sign of motion (drive or
augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shut engine
off immediately. Readjust as instructed in the Final
Adjustments in the Assembly Section.
augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shut engine
off immediately. Readjust as instructed in the Final
Adjustments in the Assembly Section.
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Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal loop on end of the spark plug wire (inside
the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on
the spark plug.
the metal loop on end of the spark plug wire (inside
the boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on
the spark plug.
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Make certain the auger and drive clutch levers are
in the disengaged (released) position.
in the disengaged (released) position.
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Move throttle control up to FAST position. Insert
ignition key into slot. See Figure 7. Be certain it
snaps into place. Do not turn key.
ignition key into slot. See Figure 7. Be certain it
snaps into place. Do not turn key.
NOTE: Engine will not start unless ignition key is
inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover.
inserted into ignition slot in carburetor cover.
Electric Starter
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Determine that your house wiring is a three-wire
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you
are not certain.
grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you
are not certain.