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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 

(See Fig. 33)

•  Block up axle securely.
• 

Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow 

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do 

not lose).

•  Repair tire and reassemble.

Fig. 33

RE TAIN ING 

RING

WASH ERS

SQUARE KEY (REAR 

WHEEL ONLY)

AXLE 

COVER

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY 

(See Fig. 34) 

WARNING

:

  Lead-acid batteries gen er ate ex-

 plo sive gases.  Keep sparks, flame and smok-

ing ma te ri als away from bat ter ies.  Always 

wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be 

recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the Maintenance sec tion 

of this man u al).
If “jumper ca bles” are used for emer gen cy starting, follow 

this pro ce dure:

IMPORTANT

:  YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT 

SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT 

SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START 

OTHER VEHICLES. 

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•  Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE 

(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to 

short against tractor chassis.

• 

Connect one end of the BLACK ca ble to the NEGA TIVE 

(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

• 

Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good 

chassis ground,  away from fuel tank and bat tery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

• 

BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully 

charged battery.

•  RED cable last from both batteries.

02239

ADJUSTMENT 

BOLT

Fig. 32

NEUTRAL 

LOCK GATE

MOTION CONTROL LEVER

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEU-

TRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 32)

The motion control lever has been pre set at the factory 

and adjustment should not be necessary.
• 

Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, 

and lightly tighten.

• 

Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor 

does not move forward or backward.

• 

Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine 

off.

• 

While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the 

adjustment bolt.

•  Move motion control lever to the neutral (lock gate) 

position.

•  Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE:  

If additional clearance is needed to get to ad just ment 

bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.
After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps 

forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral 

position, follow these steps:
•  Loosen the adjustment bolt.
• 

Move the motion control lever 1/4"  to 1/2" in the direc-

tion it is trying to creep.

•  Tighten adjustment bolt securely.
•  Start engine and test.
• 

If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied.

Fig. 34

WEAK OR DEAD

BATTERY

FULLY CHARGED

BATTERY

•  On rear wheels only:  align grooves in rear wheel hub 

and axle.  Insert square key.

•  Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in 

axle groove.

•  Replace axle cover.

NOTE: 

To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due 

to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your 

local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot 

and corrosion.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on 

your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front 

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized 

service center/department.

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Страница 1: ...mbly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting www mcculloch biz 532 43 38 90 OPERATOR S MANUAL MODEL NO M17538H 17 5 HP 38 INCH LAWN TRACTOR As rated by the engine manufac...

Страница 2: ...dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operatin...

Страница 3: ...d 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 equipment On slo...

Страница 4: ...tructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimprovedforest covered bru...

Страница 5: ...D PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Seat 1 Seat Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Key s Slope Sheet 1 Hex Bolt 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert 1 W...

Страница 6: ...urely Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower...

Страница 7: ...kepedal Place freewheel control in transmission disengaged position See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual Roll tractor forward off skid Removebandingholdingthedeflectorshieldupagain...

Страница 8: ...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 cutt...

Страница 9: ...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...

Страница 10: ...e position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mowerblades orotherattachmentsmountedtoyourtractor Our tractors conform...

Страница 11: ...old Pull parking brake lever C up and hold release pres sure from clutch brake pedal B then release parking brake lever Pedal should remain in brake position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor...

Страница 12: ...l position IMPORTANT THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURNTONEUTRALPOSITIONWHENTHECLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED To restart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal Slowly move...

Страница 13: ...operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Maintenance section of this manual To change engine oil see the Maintenance section in this manual TO TRANSPORT When...

Страница 14: ...on of manual 3 Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to slow position With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengage clutch brake...

Страница 15: ...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...

Страница 16: ...e 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 Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbeke...

Страница 17: ...L DRAIN EXTENSION OIL DRAIN PLUG TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is r...

Страница 18: ...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...

Страница 19: ...urn the water on 6 While sitting in the operator s position on the tractor re start the engine and place the throttle lever in the Fast position IMPORTANT Recheck the area making certain the area is c...

Страница 20: ...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 THE AT...

Страница 21: ...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...

Страница 22: ...stment 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 PRECI...

Страница 23: ...lley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER in this section of manual Fig 31 TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five 5 feet to stop at highest spee...

Страница 24: ...RNEU TRAL ADJUSTMENT See Fig 32 The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel and lightly tight...

Страница 25: ...ng may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting Check wiring TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right whenwheels...

Страница 26: ...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...

Страница 27: ...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...

Страница 28: ...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...

Страница 29: ...29 SERVICE NOTES...

Страница 30: ...30 SERVICE NOTES...

Страница 31: ...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...

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