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MAINTENANCE

AIR FILTER 

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. 

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 

See engine manual.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN 

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent 

engine dam age from overheating.  Clean with a wire brush or 

compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

Fig. 17

MUFFLER   

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if 

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS 

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing 

season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever 

occurs first.  Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in 

“PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

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FUEL FILTER

CLAMP

CLAMP

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER  (See Fig. 18)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season.  If fuel 

filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, 

re place ment is re quired.
• 

With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions.

•  Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow 

pointing towards carburetor.

•  Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are 

properly positioned.

•  Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Fig. 18

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 17)

Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove 

blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over-

heating and engine damage.

CLEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS

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AIR SCREEN

Fig. 19

• 

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 hose or pressure 

washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans-

mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or 

transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor.  Use 

compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves 

and trash from tractor and mower.

CLEANING

•  Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign 

matter.

•  Clean debris from steering plate.  Debris can restrict 

clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip 

and loss of drive.

CAUTION:  

Avoid all pinch points and 

movable parts (See Fig. 19)

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

STEERING 

PLATE

STEERING SYSTEM, 

DASH, FENDER AND 

MOWER NOT SHOWN

CLEAN TOP SIDE

CAUTION:

PINCH 

POINTS

Summary of Contents for MC19538LT

Page 1: ...call 1 800 829 5886 Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol E10 is acceptable for use in this machine The use of any gasolin...

Page 2: ...all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause the machine to roll over Use extra care while operating machine with grass catch ers or...

Page 3: ...se extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child IV TOWING Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towe...

Page 4: ...ervice or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITI...

Page 5: ...lope Sheet Battery Keys Steering Wheel Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Hex Bolt 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert Seat 1 Seat 1 Knob 1 Cup Washer...

Page 6: ...ition seated behind the steering wheel TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON UNPACK CARTON Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton Remov...

Page 7: ...w the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid WARNING Beforestarting read understandandfollow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well venti...

Page 8: ...ntify 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 death or serious injury WARNING in...

Page 9: ...engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mowerblade...

Page 10: ...remain in brake position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure B C STOPPING See Fig 6 MOWER BLADES To stop mower blades place attachment clutch control in the DISENGAGED position GROUND DRI...

Page 11: ...eed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever J 1 Start tractor with clutch brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral position 2 Move gearshift lever to desired position 3 Slowly rel...

Page 12: ...ent lift control When pushing or towing your tractor be sure gearshift lever is in neutral N position Do not push or tow tractor at more than five 5 MPH NOTE To protect hood from damage when transport...

Page 13: ...ents 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 0 C thecarburetorfuelmixture may need to be adjusted for best engin...

Page 14: ...k Replace Mower Blades Che Clean Debris Off Steering Plate ck Transaxle Cooling Che Check Operator Presence ROS Systems ck V Belts Check Mower Levelness LUBRICATION CHART GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The w...

Page 15: ...he ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine BLADE CARE For best results mower blade mus...

Page 16: ...sure water or steam to clean transaxle TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Fig 16 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL Ensure tractor is on le...

Page 17: ...line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline Fig 18 ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM See Fig 17 Deb...

Page 18: ...side of mower and disconnect mower suspension arm A from chassis pin B and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers CAUTION AFTER REAR LIFT LINKS ARE DISCONNECTED...

Page 19: ...Repeat 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 Ins...

Page 20: ...nut will change mower height about 3 16 Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SI...

Page 21: ...from transaxle input pulley D 4 Remove belt downward from engine pulley E 5 Slide belt toward rear of tractor off the steering plate F and remove from tractor BELT INSTALLATION 1 Install new belt fro...

Page 22: ...whenaround batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY in the MAINTENANCE sec tion of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting foll...

Page 23: ...nec essary see engine manual TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL Thechokecontrolhasbeenpresetatthefactoryandadjust ment should not be necessary If adjustment is necessary see engine manual TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Yo...

Page 24: ...NTIALFUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHI...

Page 25: ...wn fuse 4 Replace fuse 5 Corroded battery terminals 5 Clean battery terminals 6 Loose or damaged wiring 6 Check all wiring 7 Faulty ignition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or...

Page 26: ...Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 R...

Page 27: ...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...

Page 28: ...sed for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of origi nal purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and mainta...

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