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MODEL NO. MC1236ST (MC1236STA)
12 HP 36 Inch
Lawn Tractor

For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297

For Technical Assistance:  call 1-800-829-5886

                       193201  Rev. 1  7.20.04  MH

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Summary of Contents for MC1236ST

Page 1: ...MC1236ST MC1236STA 12 HP 36 Inch Lawn Tractor For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 193201 Rev 1 7 20 04 MH PRINTED...

Page 2: ...e machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow ing Stop machine if anyone enters...

Page 3: ...essary Always look down and behind before and while backing Nevercarrychildren Theymayfalloffandbeseriouslyinjured or interfere with safe machine operation Keep children out of the mowing area and und...

Page 4: ...enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring fo...

Page 5: ...ering Boot Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Bolt 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Seat 2 Keys Slope Sheet Keys 1 Lock Washer 1 2 Steering Extension Shaft 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use...

Page 6: ...ge Utility knife Whenrightorlefthandismentionedinthismanual itmeans when you are in the operating position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON Remove all acces...

Page 7: ...ion Remove terminal protective caps and discard If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6...

Page 8: ...ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM Afteryoulearnhowtooperateyourtractor checktos...

Page 9: ...ld result in serious injury or death The safety 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 ha...

Page 10: ...ing engine speed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and brak ing the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position LIGHT SWITCH POSITION Turns the...

Page 11: ...s approximately 1 1 2 to 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip withtheenginenotrunning Theseheightsareapproximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and...

Page 12: ...minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days...

Page 13: ...warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below When engine starts allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine r...

Page 14: ...01961 LUBRICATION CHART SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE REFER TO MAINTENANCE ENGINE SECTION IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS L...

Page 15: ...und If blade is balanced it should remain in a horizontal position If either end of the blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when...

Page 16: ...llow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting 02463 CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION YELLOW CAP DRAIN TUBE OIL DRAIN VALVE FIG 12 Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turn...

Page 17: ...ine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do not recommend using a garden ho...

Page 18: ...side of tractor Lower lift lever to its lowest position Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer sprin...

Page 19: ...Checkadjustmentonrightsideoftractor Measuredistance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjustments check that both front li...

Page 20: ...ed above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than five 5 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Replace brake pads or contact a qualified service center 00811 TO...

Page 21: ...curred to affect the front wheel toe in or camber contact your nearest authorized service center department TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 23 WARNING Lead acid batteries gen erate explosi...

Page 22: ...e electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CA...

Page 23: ...UEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...Mower deck not level 4 Level mower deck 5 Low uneven tire air pressure 5 Check tires for proper air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose blade 6 Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass le...

Page 26: ...26 SERVICE NOTES...

Page 27: ...DC 3600 RPM NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS...

Page 28: ...28 179720 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 8 2 1 27 48 16 16 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER MC1236ST MC1236STA PRODUCT NO 964 77 27 03 ELECTRICAL 52 22 21 90...

Page 29: ...8 532 12 47 73 Cable Ground 6 Ga 12 black 29 532 12 13 05 Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 532 17 55 66 Switch Ign 33 532 14 04 01 Key Ign 40 532 17 97 20 Harness Ign 41 871 11 04 08 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1 4 20...

Page 30: ...236STA PRODUCT NO 964 77 27 03 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 1 209 142 209 142 209 2 35 35 209 26 35 209 26 33 10 34 208 11 208 13 24 26 25 26 25 209 31 24 30 9 209 209 5 5 145 37 37 18 206 205 205 38 38 17...

Page 31: ...y Nos 29 and 212 29 532 18 98 37 Lens Grille 30 532 18 65 86 Fender 31 532 13 66 19 Bracket Fender Repl 109873x 33 532 18 25 07 Footrest Pnt LH 34 532 18 25 08 Footrest Pnt RH 35 872 11 06 06 Bolt Rdh...

Page 32: ...120 74 75 78 76 77 1 25 19 24 2 53 35 34 37 36 35 62 36 64 65 59 56 55 63 77 61 22 27 26 6 113 18 51 5 18 6 85 52 30 32 32 30 52 11 85 80 4 3 81 84 82 15 79 16 96 26 26 26 89 27 51 48 150 151 202 49...

Page 33: ...nlock 5 16 18 unc 53 532 10 57 10 Link Clutch 55 532 10 57 09 Spring Return Clutch 6 75 56 817 06 06 20 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 57 532 13 08 01 V Belt Ground Drive 59 532 16 96 91 Keeper Belt Span Ctr 61...

Page 34: ...MC1236ST MC1236STA PRODUCT NO 964 77 27 03 STEERING 44 51 54 5 9 5 7 7 9 4 3 32 43 95 43 8 10 40 11 8 6 9 46 46 8 6 9 2 47 47 26 30 28 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 12 39 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82...

Page 35: ...Mech 36 532 15 50 99 Bushing Strg 5 8 Id Dash 37 532 15 29 27 Screw 38 532 14 01 75 Cap Wheel Steer 39 819 18 38 12 Washer 9 16 ID x 2 3 8 OD 12 Ga 40 873 54 06 00 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 41 532 18 67 3...

Page 36: ...ven in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 13 4 72 78 81 3 78 23 45 14 38 40 engine bs 1cyl_17 62 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER MC1236ST MC1236S...

Page 37: ...at Blk 12 532 12 12 46 Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 13 532 12 12 48 Bushing Snap Blk Nyl KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 14 872 05 04 12 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 15 532 13 43 00 Spacer Split 28 x 96...

Page 38: ...Decal Handle Lft Height Adj 532 19 32 01 Manual Owner s KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 532 05 91 92 Cap Tire valve 2 532 06 51 39 Stem Valve 3 532 12 41 57 Tire Front 4 532 05 99 04 Tube Front Service i...

Page 39: ...0 Retainer Spring KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER MC1236ST MC1236STA PRODUCT NO 964 77 27 03 MOWER LIFT 15...

Page 40: ...ER DECK 13 11 10 9 8 53 34 146 148 172 171 21 21 21 113 123 30 30 30 33 32 1 7 7 4 122 15 31 168 169 2 2 21 21 2 16 27 26 25 24 23 28 29 21 14 2 3 8 4 2 40 150 45 45 55 56 36 36 89 40 89 108 107 68 54...

Page 41: ...hd 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 36 532 13 14 94 Pulley Idler Flat 40 873 68 06 00 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 45 532 12 47 88 Retainer Spring 53 532 13 08 40 Brake Assembly 54 532 17 85 15 Washer Hardened 55 532 13 38 40...

Page 42: ...the Power Train Component and parts The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser C Securing Warranty Service Warr...

Page 43: ...he 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 along dotted li...

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