McCulloch M17538H Operator's Manual

M17538H581 18 47-26 Rev. 3EnglishGasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding

10(G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Allows operation of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse.(H) LIGHT SWITCH

11OPERATIONThe operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety

12OPERATIONTO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11)Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when mower is at the desi

13OPERATIONFig. 14TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope.• Choose

14OPERATIONADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane.

15OPERATIONMOWING TIPS• DO NOT use tire chains when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per

16TRACT0R1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dus

17MAINTENANCEFig. 16Fig. 17TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than five (5

18MAINTENANCEV-BELTSCheck V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re

19MAINTENANCECLAMPFUEL FILTERFig. 20IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 20)The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clog

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

20MAINTENANCEWASHOUT PORTHOSEHOSE CONNECTOR (12mm FEMALE) WARNING: A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you or others to thrown objects f

21WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS:• Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.• Place attach

22SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSEFCGQRDKGPBLMAIMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.• Raise attachment lift lever to highest

23SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSFRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 31 & 32)IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side.To obtain the best cutting re sult

24Fig. 32Fig. 34TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 32)The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level sur

25Fig. 35RE TAIN ING RINGWASH ERSSQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY)AXLE COVERTO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 36) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries

26TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB• Raise hood.• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holde

27STORAGEENGINEFUEL SYSTEMIMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL F

28TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in

29TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged1. Faulty operator-safety pre

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

3015 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

31SERVICE NOTES

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

5Steering WheelKey(s)Slope SheetBatteryKeysSteeringWheelSteering BootSteeringExtensionShaftSteering WheelAdapter(1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock Washer (1) Larg

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

7ASSEMBLYINSTALL SEAT (See Figs. 3 and 4)• Remove bolt and flat washer se cur ing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to t

8✓CHECKLISTBEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.P

9OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.CHOKE FAST SLOWREVER