Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator’s Manual Jet Sweep Blower — JS 1150 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. CUB CADET LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA Form No.
1 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Cub Cadet Jet Sweep Blower. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer’s web site. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.
Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol.
13. If your machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark plug. Allow the machine to stop and perform the following steps: a. Inspect for damage. b. Repair or replace any damaged parts. c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe operation. 4. Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
11. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 70 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.
3 Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Crate • One Jet Sweep Blower • One Upper Handle • One Chute Attachment • One Jet Sweep Blower Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual • One pair Safety Glasses NOTE: All references to the left or right side of the jet sweep blower are from the operator’s position. Any exceptions will be noted. 2. Place the upper over the lower handle, aligning the upper holes/metal tabs in the upper handle with the upper holes/ lower holes in the lower handle.
Set-Up Attaching the Chute Attachment WARNING! DO NOT operate without shields and guards (e.g., discharge chute, air intake guard) in place. Adding Fuel Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your jet sweep for information on adding fuel. 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.
4 Controls & Features Blower Housing Caster Wheel Lock Blower Direction Lever Discharge Chute Engine Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for details regarding all engine-related controls and features. Caster Wheel Lock The front caster wheel can be locked in position for straight ahead travel or allowed to swivel freely. See the Operation section for instructions. Discharge Chute The discharge chute is located on the left side of the unit and directs to air flow from the jet sweep.
5 Operation Starting & Stopping the Engine Locking the Caster Wheel Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for instructions on starting and stopping the engine. The front caster wheel can be locked in position for straight ahead travel or allowed to swivel freely. Adjusting the Blower Direction 1. To lock the caster, lift the lock pin and rotate it rearward, releasing it into the larger hole. See Figure 5-2 .
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or repairs always stop engine. Engine Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for all engine maintenance procedures and instructions. Cleaning the Blower Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine, the fan intake area or on any other part of the machine.
7 Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 734-04278 941-0706 Front Wheel, 8.0 x 3.0 Flange Bearing, .635 734-04279 Rear Wheel, 12 x 3 631-04253 781-04175 710-04373A Discharge Chute w/ Label Discharge Chute Base Discharge Chute Screws (3x) 720-04091 Foam Grip Phone (800) 965-4CUB 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 www.cubcadet.com.
CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR SNOW THROWERS, LOG SPLITTERS CHIPPER-SHREDDERS, CHIPPER-SHREDDER VACUUMS AND JET SWEEPS The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions. b.