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Immediately prepare your riding mower for stor age at the 

end of the season or if the riding mower will not be used 

for 30 days or  more.

WARNING: 

 Never store the riding mower with gas o line 

in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an 

open flame or spark.  Allow the engine to cool before stor-

ing in any en clo sure.

MOWER

Remove deck from mower for winter storage.  When mower 

is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove 

all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.  Store in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire riding mower (See “CLEAN ING” in the 

Maintenance section of this manual).

2.  Inspect and replace belt, if nec es sary (See belt re place-

 ment in struc tions in the Service and Ad just ments section 

of this manual).

3.  Lubricate as shown in the Main te nance section of this 

man ual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely 

fastened.  In spect moving parts for damage, break age 

and wear.  Replace if nec es sary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand 

lightly before paint ing.

BATTERY

•  Fully charge the battery for storage.

•  If battery is removed from riding mower for storage, do not 

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT

:  It is important to prevent gum deposits from 

forming in essential fuel  system parts such as carburetor, 

fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also,  alcohol blended 

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can 

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation 

of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel 

system of an engine while in storage.

•  Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it 

run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

•  Never use engine or carburetor clean er products in the 

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

•  Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: 

 Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in min i-

 miz ing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age.  

Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor age container.  

Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.  

Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer 

to allow the sta bi liz er to reach the carburetor.  Do not 

empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine 

oil.  (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this 

man ual).

CYLINDER(S)

1.  Remove spark plug(s).

2.  Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into 

cylinder(s).

3.  Turn ignition key to “START” po si tion for a few seconds 

to distribute oil.

4.  Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•  Do not store gasoline from one sea son to another.

•  Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.  Rust 

and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

•  If possible, store your riding mower in doors and cover it 

to give protection from dust and dirt.

•  Cover your riding mower with a suitable protective cover 

that does not  retain moisture.  Do not use plastic.  Plas tic 

cannot breathe which allows con den sa tion to form and 

will cause your riding mower to rust.

IMPORTANT

:   Never cover riding mower while en gine  

and exhaust areas are still warm.

STORAGE

Summary of Contents for 532 43 67-90

Page 1: ...MOWCART 66 Operator s Manual 96021000900 532 43 67 90 IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Patents Pending www mcculloch biz...

Page 2: ...llow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage WARNING...

Page 3: ...ners inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle when filling Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer a...

Page 4: ...e in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Maintenace and Stor age sections of this owner s manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion e...

Page 5: ...ERING 7HEEL NSERT 3TEERING 7HEEL 3EAT 3TEERING OVER 3TEERING 3HAFT OVER 3TEERING 3HAFT ARGE LAT 7ASHER AM UT OCK UT X EX OLT 0IN LAT 7ASHER 3LOPE 3HEET NOB EY 7ASHER 3TEERING 7HEEL DAPTER UNASSEMBLED...

Page 6: ...3 Slide plastic cover over steering shaft and into posi tion 4 Slide steering shaft protective foam cover over shaft 5 Position front wheels of the riding mower so they are pointing straight forward 6...

Page 7: ...TO ROLL RIDING MOWER OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls 1 Raise deck lift lever to its highest position 2 Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal 3 Eng...

Page 8: ...fety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates...

Page 9: ...gine HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER Used to adjust mower cutting height IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release height adjust ment lever when changing its...

Page 10: ...grass and types of grass being mowed The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2 1 2 during the cool season and to over 3 during hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow often and...

Page 11: ...N HILLS WARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Use the slope guide at the back of this manual Choose the slowest speed before starting up o...

Page 12: ...ine starts Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute NOTE If at high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperature below 32 F the fuel mixture may need to be adjusted...

Page 13: ...eplace air filter and check blade and belt for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE 1 Check engine...

Page 14: ...e the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine When the engine is running and the deck clutch lever is engaged any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut...

Page 15: ...il fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade...

Page 16: ...remely dusty dirty conditions remove the blower hous ing and other cooling shrouds Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled NOTE Operatin...

Page 17: ...tch in DISENGAGED position 2 Movemowerheightadjustmentliftleverforwardtolower mower to its lowest position 3 Remove mandrel cover 4 Remove pins holding left and right front mower suspension arms in pl...

Page 18: ...mower Measure distance F directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown To lower front of mower housing turn nuts G and H clockwise F F When distance F is 1 8 to 1 2...

Page 19: ...square key while pulling tire off 3 Repair tire and reassemble 4 Replace square key while putting tire back on then re place washer and retaining ring securely in axle groove when pushing tire back on...

Page 20: ...holder is located under the fender ENGINE Your engine speed has been factory set Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury If you believe that the engine is running...

Page 21: ...of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty...

Page 22: ...olenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact a qualified service center Engine clicks but will not start 1 Weak or dead battery 1 Recharge or replace battery 2 Corroded battery te...

Page 23: ...rass to dry before mowing 3 Mower deck not level 3 Level mower deck 4 Low uneven tire air pressure 4 Check tires for proper PSI 5 Worn bent or loose blade 5 Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt 6...

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