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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

MODEL NO. MC20V42YT

20.0 HP

42 INCH

LAWN TRACTOR

*As rated by the engine manufacturer

For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:

call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: 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 gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.

09.05.12 BD

581 56 51-32

Printed in the U.S.A.

WARNING:

Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
can re sult in serious in ju ry.

Summary of Contents for MC20H42YT

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: ...be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any...

Page 5: ...been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes Fig 2 ADJUST SEAT See Fig 2 Sit in seat Lift up adjustment lever A and slide seat until a com fortab...

Page 6: ...rshieldupagainst tractor Continue with the instructions that follow CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUA...

Page 7: ...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 hazard which if not avo...

Page 8: ...braking the tractor and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHMENTCLUTCHL...

Page 9: ...R DISENGAGED D F STOPPING See Fig 5 MOWER BLADES To stop mower blades place attachment clutch control in the DISENGAGED position GROUND DRIVE To stop ground drive depress brake pedal all the way down...

Page 10: ...rse Operation System ROS Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS ON position...

Page 11: ...and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for e...

Page 12: ...hen starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine Besurefreewheelcontrolisinthetransmissionengag...

Page 13: ...veways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 12 Fig 12 If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible...

Page 14: ...RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructe...

Page 15: ...should shut off the engine When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shu...

Page 16: ...n and cooling fins should be kept clean to ensure proper cooling Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot To prevent pos sible damage to sea...

Page 17: ...reach IMPORTANT Make certain the tractor s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house garage parked cars etc Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached 2 Make sure the attachment clutch con...

Page 18: ...S TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINK E AND REAR LIFT LINKS C FROM TRACTOR AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING Q INTO THE CABLE GUIDE ON FRONT EDGE OF LOWER DASH TO INSTALL MOWER See Fig 19 24 B...

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: ...ear wheels rotate then the brakeneedstobeserviced Contactaqualifiedservicecenter TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 30 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is...

Page 22: ...nect the other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis ground away from fuel tank and battery Fig 33 WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER Your new tractor front wheel...

Page 23: ...aged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting Check wiring TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behin...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...ing 6 Check all wiring 7 Faulty 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 autho...

Page 26: ...improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in parts manual 11 Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildup of grass leaves trash around mand...

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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