McCulloch 96041011600 Operator'S Manual Download Page 10

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments.  

Save this manual for future reference.

Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. 

FIG. 4

(A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER

 - Used to raise, lower, 

and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted 

to your tractor. 

(B) CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

 - Used for declutching and 

brak ing the tractor and starting the engine.

(C) PARKING BRAKE LEVER

 - Locks brake pedal into 

the brake position.

(D) THROTTLE CONTROL

 - Used to control engine speed.

(E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - 

Used to engage the 

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

(F) IGNITION SWITCH

 - Used for starting and stopping 

the engine.

(G) ROS “ON” POSITION -

 Allows operation of mower 

deck or other powered attachment while in reverse.

(H) LIGHT SWITCH

 - Turns the headlights on and off.

(J) GEARSHIFT LEVER 

- Selects the speed and direction 

of tractor.

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Summary of Contents for 96041011600

Page 1: ...OR S MANUAL MODEL M13538 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION WARNING Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury...

Page 2: ...ing brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the gra...

Page 3: ...ch towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equip men...

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

Page 5: ...ring Wheel Steering Wheel 1 Washer Seat 1 Seat Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Key s Slope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Hex Bolt 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Was...

Page 6: ...extension Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and slide inside boot and onto adapter Assemble large flat washer lock washer hex bolt and tighten securely Snap steering w...

Page 7: ...llow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects INSTALL SEAT See Fi...

Page 8: ...REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened secu...

Page 9: ...ety alert symbol is used to identify safety 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 dea...

Page 10: ...mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor B CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks brake pedal into the brak...

Page 11: ...ANY POSITION OTHER THAN STOP WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause brownin...

Page 12: ...Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent...

Page 13: ...your tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc TOWINGCARTSANDOTHERATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachmen...

Page 14: ...s can also be used during the engine warm up period NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine pe...

Page 15: ...l without oil filter 1 2 maint_sch tractore ROS e BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Check...

Page 16: ...switch in the engine ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp Rep...

Page 17: ...API service classification SG SL Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 20 0 3...

Page 18: ...the useful life of your tractor Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass leaves and trash from tractor and mower IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 15 The fuel filter should be replaced once each...

Page 19: ...ctor TO INSTALL MOWER See Figs 16 21 Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking brake Lower attachment lift lever to it s lowest position CAUTION Lift lever is spring loaded Have a tight g...

Page 20: ...eat on opposite side of tractor ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS C Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin D on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring Repeat...

Page 21: ...and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results A Turn nut left to lower mower Turn nut right to raise mower FIG 22 FIG 23 PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE A...

Page 22: ...ward If the rear wheels rotate then the brakeneedstobeserviced Contactaqualifiedservicecenter TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT See Fig 27 Thetransaxleshouldbeinneutralwhenthegearshiftleve...

Page 23: ...OTHER VEHICLES TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery A B taking care not to short against tractor chassis ConnectoneendoftheBLACKcabletothe...

Page 24: ...ASSEMBLY See Fig 31 Raise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedure ENGINE TO ADJ...

Page 25: ...UELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEA...

Page 26: ...aulty ignition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center depar...

Page 27: ...l speed too fast 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Wet grass 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing 4 Mower deck not level 4 Level mower deck 5 Low uneven tire air pressure 5 Check tires for proper air pressure 6...

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Page 31: ...never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page a...

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