Mcculloch 96041018001 User Manual

532 43 45-43 Rev. 2For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886

10 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass

11Fig. 10TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT (See Fig. 10)The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the cut ting height.• Put attac

12TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTSTow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac

13MOWING TIPS• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per for mance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments

14➀ General Purpose Grease➁ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section01965➁ ENGINE➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK➀ STEERING SECTOR GEAR TEETH➀ FRONT WHEEL BE

15BATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotiv

16Fig. 19Fig. 18TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL(See Figs. 18 and 19) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service class

17IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 20)The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to c

18WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:• Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.• Place motio

19SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSEFCGQRDKGPBLMAIMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.• Raise attachment lift lever to highest

2SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersDANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS.

20SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS• If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust-ment instructions above.• Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary

21Fig. 34TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surfac

22TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENTIf steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove

23REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 38)WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the

24Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.WARNING: Never store

25TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in

26TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine continues to run when oper-ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged1. Faulty operator-sa

2715 DEGREES MAX.FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINETHIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLSUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE

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3SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat-ing. Stop machine if anyone enters t

4SAFETY RULES ... 2-3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ... 4CUSTOMER RE

5Steering WheelSteeringWheelSeat(1) SeatSteering BootSteeringExtensionShaftSteering WheelAdapterKey(s)Slope Sheet(1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use(1)

6Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper o

7Fig. 4BOLTFLAT WASHERSEAT PANPADTAPESLOTTABADJUSTMENT HANDLENOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove

8These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.DANGER, KEEP HANDSAND FEET A

9KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiari