The Cub Cadet 550SP Lawn Mower Lawn Mower is one of the smaller lawn mowers at 19 inches is great for storing your lawn mower when not in use. You may take a bit longer cutting your lawn because of the smaller cutting width, but then it is easy to maneuver around lawn ornaments and landscaping than some of the larger machines. If you have a small garage or limited storage, a small lawn mower is much easier to deal with.
The CC 550SP has many features, including a 173 cc engine, a 3-in-1 convertible option, and a 1.9-bushel rear bag grass catcher. The side discharge allows you to catch, mulch, or spread grass clippings on your lawn. You can easily convert from one to the other in seconds without additional tools.
Of course, the best feature is that it is self-propelled. With the rear drive single-speed propulsion system, you can make short work of your lawn and steer as you cut it. See our feature list for more features about this lawn mower.
Cub Cadet 550SP Lawn Mower – Specifications:
- 173cc Cub Cadet® OHV engine
- 19″ steel deck
- 3-in-1 convertible cutting options
- 1″ – 3.5″ cutting height
- 1.9 bu. Rear bag grass catcher
Engine: This Cub Cadet CC 550 SP Self Propelled Lawn Mower has a 173cc Cub Cadet® OHV engine
Propulsion: This is a Rear-drive, single-speed lawn mower
Warranty: This Cub Cadet 550sp lawn mower has a 3-year limited residential warranty.
Features:
- Auto choke SureStart™ Guarantee
- Rear drive, single-speed
- CycloCut™ cutting system
- Single lever, 6-position height adjustment
Description: Cub Cadet CC 550 SP Self-Propelled Lawn Mower
This Cub Cadet lawn mower also has an auto choke sure start guarantee. There is no need to set the choke; just pull the chord, and away you go. The height of your lawn mower can be adjusted to one of 6 positions with a single leaver to accommodate your lawn condition.
Most people cut their lawn short when there is a lot of rain, leaving it longer during dry conditions to protect the roots from drying out.
Delivery: Most lawnmowers can be picked up in the store; however, if you do not have the means to take them home, delivery can usually be arranged for a delivery charge. You may want to consider borrowing a trailer or a van to bring home your lawn mower and avoid the delivery charge. Some vendors, such as Home Depot, Lowes, and others, will rent a van to you by the hour to transport items purchased at their stores. The rates are quite reasonable.
Safety & Operation
All lawnmowers should be treated with respect. They are powerful machines, and in the wrong hands, they can cause a lot of damage. Start by reading the manual and following all of the safety guidelines outlined in it. Never work on the lawn mower without ensuring the engine is turned off.
While cutting the lawn and using the side discharge, never allow anyone to stand beside the discharge or point the discharge at something that could be damaged by high-speed flying objects ejected from the lawn mower.
Always check the engine to make sure that there is sufficient oil before starting each day. Top up if necessary. Fill the fuel tank while the engine is cool. A good time to do this is before you start cutting the lawn. Fuel spills can sometimes cause fires. If you do spill any fuel, wait until it evaporates before starting the engine to avoid any chance of fire. Always fill the fuel tank outdoors.
Shut the engine off before removing the rear bag to empty it of grass. Also, shut the engine off when you are making any other adjustments to the lawn mower.
Maintenance:
Maintenance of the lawn mower is pretty straightforward. Read the guidelines in the manual and follow them. Arrange to have your engine tuned up once a year and the oil changed at the same time. This applies to most consumer applications where you cut your lawn once a week. If you are using the lawn mower for commercial applications, you may need to change the oil more often.
Keep the housing free of debris to avoid the acid from the grass causing the housing to deteriorate. Also, keep grass from building up around the muffler to avoid the possibility of fire. Check the spark plug to ensure that it is not corroded and dirty. Replace if it is pitted. Always use clean, fresh gasoline for your lawn mower. Following these tips and others in the manual will ensure your lawn mower lasts many years.
For more Cub Cadet information, click here.