McCulloch MC19538LT Operator's Manual

www.mcculloch.bizOPERATOR'S MANUALMODEL NO. MC19538LT19.5 HP* 38 INCHLAWN TRACTOR*As rated by the engine manufacturerFor Parts and Service, cont

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

11OPERATIONFig. 9Fig. 8TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 9)The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height.A• Put

12OPERATIONTOWING CARTS & OTHER AT TACH MENTSTow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer o

13OPERATIONTO START ENGINE (See Fig. 4)When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking t

14MAINTENANCE➀ General Purpose Grease➁ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section01965➁ ENGINE➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK➀ STEERING SECTOR GEAR TEETH➀ FRO

15MAINTENANCETRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop

16Fig. 15MAINTENANCEV-BELTSCheck V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just a

17MAINTENANCEAIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See engine

18SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and se

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. 31SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSFig. 30TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level

22TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 33)• Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains

23SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSREPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 35)WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi -nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contac

24STORAGEImmediately 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 s

25TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGI

26TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONExcessive vibration1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.2. Bent blade ma

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

28LIMITED WARRANTYThe Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate-rials an

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 RE

5UNASSEMBLED PARTSSteering WheelKey(s)Slope SheetBatteryKeysSteeringWheelSteering BootSteeringExtensionShaftSteering WheelAdapter(1) Hex Bolt (1) Loc

6ASSEMBLYFig. 2Fig. 1TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 1)• Lift seat to raised position.NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indic

7ASSEMBLYFig. 3INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.• Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardb

8OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.DANGER, KEEP HANDSAN

9OPERATIONKNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor