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ASSEMBLY

Fig. 3

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.
•  Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing 

seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly 

of seat to tractor.

• 

Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack-

ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.

•  Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolts are 

positioned over the large slotted holes in pan.

•  Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolts in slots 

and pull seat towards rear of tractor.

•  Pivot seat and pan forward and as sem ble adjustment 

knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

•  Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat.
• 

Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which 

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way 

down.

•  Get off seat without moving its ad just ed position.
•  Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

02615

ADJUSTMENT 

KNOB

WASHER

02617

SEAT 

PAN

SHOULDER 

BOLTS

SEAT

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory 

for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important 

for best cutting performance.
•  Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly 

leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER” in the Service and 

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and 

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sec-

 tion of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed cor rect ly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that 

the brake is operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE” 

in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

NOTE:

 You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the 

instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid.

  WARNING:

 Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low 

all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be 

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in  

front of tractor is clear of other peo ple and objects.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID  (See Op er a tion 

section for location and function of con trols)

•  Raise attachment lift lever to its highest po si tion.
• 

Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake ped al.

•  Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) po si tion.
•  Roll tractor forward off skid.
• 

Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against 

tractor.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW  TRAC TOR, WE 

WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST 

PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS 

QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

  All assembly instructions have been com plet ed.

  No remaining loose parts in carton.

  Battery is properly prepared and charged. 

  Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

  All tires are properly inflated.  (For shipping purposes, 

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

  Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results.  (Tires must be 

properly inflated for leveling).

  Check mower and drive belts.  Be sure they are routed 

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

  Check wiring.  See that all connections are still secure 

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY 

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT 

ITEMS:

  Engine oil is at proper level.

  Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded 

gasoline.

  Become familiar with all controls, their location and 

function.  Operate them before you start the engine.

  Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

 

Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op-

eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the 

Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).

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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