Cub Cadet 997 - Manual (Page 2)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FINDING MODEL NUMBER
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare and
maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the
equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. A sample model plate is
also given below. You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and
looking down at the rear of the deck. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s
web site and/or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized Cub Cadet dealer.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from where it was purchased, without first contacting Customer Support.
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or
maintenance of this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
Visit cubcadet.com for many useful suggestions. Click on Customer Service or the Service
Locator to find the nearest Cub Cadet dealer in your area
.
To reach the Customer Dealer Referral Line, please call 1-877-282-8684.
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 manual at the end of this manual for more information.
Content Page
Important Safe Operation Practices 3
Slope Gauge 6
Assembling Your Lawn Mower 7
Know Your Lawn Mower 9
Operating Your Lawn Mower 10
Making Adjustments 11
Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 13
Servicing Your Lawn Mower 14
Off-Season Storage 17
Troubleshooting 18
Illustrated Parts List 20
Warranty 36
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Copy the model number here:
Copy the serial number here:
www.cubcadet.com
CUB CADET LLC
P. O. BOX 361131
CLEVELAND, OH 44136
DEALER LOCATOR PHONE NUMBER: 877-282-8684
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