Cub Cadet 1345 SWE User Manual

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Rotate the ferrule up or down on the shift rod as 
necessary until the ferrule lines up with the upper 
hole in the shift lever. Refer to Figure 12.

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Insert ferrule from the left side of the snow thrower 
into the upper hole. 

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Reinstall the hairpin clip and the washer.

 Make certain to check for correct 

adjustment before operating the snow thrower. Check 
for correct adjustment of the shift rod as instructed on 
page 6, before operating the snow thrower. 

Refer to details on page 6 to adjust the auger control.

The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by 
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to the 
“Know Your Snow Thrower” section on page 7.

The remote chute control cables have been pre-
adjusted at the factory. Move the remote chute lever on 
the control panel back and forward to adjust angle of 
the chute assembly.

The space between shave plate and ground can be 
adjusted by raising or lowering the skid shoes. Refer to 
Skid Shoe Adjustment on page 7.

Before lubricating, repairing, or

inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and
stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have
come to a complete stop. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground it against the
engine to prevent unintended starting. 

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Always observe safety rules when performing any 
maintenance.

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The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover 
items that have been subjected to operator abuse 
or negligence. To receive full value from the 
warranty, operator must maintain the snow thrower 
as instructed in this manual.

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Some adjustments will have to be made 
periodically to maintain your unit properly. 

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All adjustments in the service and adjustments 
sections of this manual should be checked at least 
once each season.

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Follow the maintenance schedule given below.

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Periodically check all fasteners and hardware to 
make sure these are tight.

Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to 
compensate for differences in fuel temperature, altitude 
and load. Refer to the engine manual for instructions.

Lubricate the gear shaft with 6-in-1 grease (part 
number 737-0170) at least once a season, or after 
every 25 hours of operation.

 

Refer to Figure 11.

  Keep all grease and oil off the rubber 

friction wheel and drive plate.

Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your
unit for all engine lubrication instructions.

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At least once a season, remove the shear bolts 
from the auger shaft and spray lubricant inside the 
shaft. Refer to Figure 13.