McCulloch M24-54T Operator's Manual

583 87 96-49English/SpanishGasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% e

10OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.DANGER, KEEP HANDS

11OPERATIONKNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to

12OPERATIONThe operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safe

13OPERATIONFig. 20Fig. 22TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 22)Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is a

14OPERATIONTOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTSTow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of

15OPERATIONTO START ENGINE (See Fig. 16)When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking

16OPERATIONMOWING TIPS• DO NOT use tire chains when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per

17MAINTENANCE➀ General Purpose Grease➁ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section02501➀ MANDREL ZERKS➁ ENGINE➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK➀ STEERING SECTOR

18MAINTENANCETRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop

19MAINTENANCEENGINE OIL FILTERReplace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one y

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

20MAINTENANCE00667FUEL FILTERCLAMPCLAMPIN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 30)The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes

21SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSEAMFBKCCSHDDLTO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 33)• Place attachment clutch in “DIS EN GAGED” position.• Lower attachment lift leve

22SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSFRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 37 & 38)IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side.To obtain the best cutting re sult

23SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete

24SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 41) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks,

3SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers• Ensure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the

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

5UNASSEMBLED PARTS(5) Large Retainer Springs(1) Small Retainer Springs 61/3-1 )5( srehsaW .D.O(2) Rear Lift LinkAssemblies(1) Front Lift Link Assem

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

7ASSEMBLY3. TURN STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND POSITION MOWER (See Fig. 6)• Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and position mower on righ

8ASSEMBLY6. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS (See Fig. 12)• Position front hole in side suspension arm (A) over pin on outside of tr

9ASSEMBLYCHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for