To help keep your Cub Cadet outdoor power equipment running smoothly, it’s important to integrate maintenance checkups into your routine. Especially during the summer months when your equipment experiences frequent use.
A crucial aspect of maintenance is selecting the right type of fuel for your Cub Cadet outdoor power equipment. Fuel is a significant factor on performance, and fuels containing ethanol might not be the best choice for your outdoor power equipment because they burn hotter in smaller engines — like those used in lawn mowers and other power tools — and can cause damage to engine parts.
Ethanol also has been known to attract moisture from the air, and when ethanol and water combine phase separation occurs. This causes water to settle at the bottom of the gas tank and could lead to corrosion or clogging of the fuel system. To prevent water accumulation in your Cub Cadet's fuel tank, consider adding a fuel stabilizer at the beginning and end of each season. Adding fuel stabilizer to your fuel storage can when you purchase new fuel can help, too.
To help minimize potential issues, choose fuel with the lowest ethanol content possible. Most gas stations offer E-10 gas, which contains 10 percent ethanol and is suitable for outdoor power equipment. However, it's crucial to avoid using gas labeled as E-15, as it contains 15 percent ethanol and may cause damage to smaller engines.
You also can select a precision-engineered fuel that doesn’t contain any ethanol. Many of these fuels are premixed and ready to use with 2-cycle and 4-cycle engines commonly found in string trimmers, walk-behind mowers, leaf blowers, and snow blowers.
And don’t forget to consult your owner’s manual to see which types of fuels work best with your Cub Cadet outdoor power equipment.
