Murray MB12538LT Operator'S Manual Download Page 7

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ASSEMBLY

FIG. 2

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. 
Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction 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)

•      Press lift lever plunger and raise at tach ment 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 de fl ec tor shield up against 

tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-
 er a tion section for location and func tion of 
con trols)

•      Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com-

 plet ed.

•      Check engine oil level and fi ll fuel tank with gasoline.
•      Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake 

pedal and set the parking brake.

•      Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.
•      Press lift lever plunger and raise at tach ment lift lever 

to its highest position.

•      Remove key from bag and start the engine (see "TO 

START ENGINE" in the Operation section of this man-
ual). After engine has started, move throttle control to 
idle (slow) position.

•      Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position 

and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear.

•     Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive 

tractor off skid.

•      Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place 

gearshift lever in neutral position.

•      Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

FIG. 3

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3)

•      Lift seat pan to raised position.
•      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 6-10 amps. 
(See "BATTERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this 
manual for charging instructions).

SEAT PAN

LABEL

TERMINAL

TERMINAL

ADJUSTMENT 
BOLT

LOCK WASHER

2466

02465

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER 
BOLT

FLAT WASHER

SEAT

Summary of Contents for MB12538LT

Page 1: ...TOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION WARNING Read this Manual and follow allWarnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away...

Page 2: ...rking 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 g...

Page 3: ...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 ment...

Page 4: ...nd Stor age sections of this owner s manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimprovedforest covered brush coveredorgrass cov...

Page 5: ...ring Wheel Insert 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Boot Steering Wheel Adapter Seat 2 Keys Slope Sheet Key 1 Oil Drain Tube 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 4 1 5 16 Lock Washer Steering Extension Shaft 1 Bolt 1 Wash...

Page 6: ...slide adapter onto steering shaft extension Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and slide inside boot and onto adapter Assemble large flat washer 5 16 lock washer 5 16...

Page 7: ...Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake Place gear shift lever in neutral N position Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its hig...

Page 8: ...EASE 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...

Page 9: ...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 10: ...the speed and direction of the tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute F...

Page 11: ...urn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION...

Page 12: ...th an operator presence sensing switch 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 centra...

Page 13: ...ine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck Do not overfill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gas...

Page 14: ...e opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 7 FIG 7 If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings Make first...

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: ...g with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch en gaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmowerblad...

Page 17: ...e when changing oil Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning counterclockwise To open pull out on the drai...

Page 18: ...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 a...

Page 19: ...suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT IFANATTACHMENTOTHERTHANTHEMOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN...

Page 20: ...cessary make adjustment on one side of mower only To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE...

Page 21: ...h an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle If tractor requires more than five 5 feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved sur...

Page 22: ...ye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY in the Maintenance section of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency...

Page 23: ...ose hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts sect...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...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...

Page 27: ...sed for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintai...

Page 28: ...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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