McCulloch ZM4619, 966564101 manual Blade Switch, Parking Brake, Cutting Height Adjuster

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CONTROLS

Blade Switch

In order to engage the mower deck, pull the knob out; the mower blades are disengaged when the knob is depressed.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake. Always set the parking brake before dismounting. Release the parking brake before moving the mower.

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Blade switch

Parking Brake

The parking brake is found on the left of the machine. Push the release button and pull the lever backward to activate the brake—push forward to release it.

The park brake is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. The engine will stop if the park brake is engaged while the control levers are in the drive position.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

 

In order to obtain an even cutting height it is

 

important that the air pressure in all four tires

 

is the same 15 psi (1 bar).

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Released parking brake

Cutting Height Adjuster

To set the desired deck cutting height, press the release button and move the lever forward to the correct cutting height on the cutting plate. The cutting height range is from 1½" (38mm) to 4" (102mm) in ½" (13mm) increments. The heights are measured from the ground up to the blade tip with the engine not running.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Always use the high position to transport.

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Cut height lift lever

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Contents Operator Manual Page Table of Contents Page Introduction Good Service Manufacturing NumberSymbols and decals Manual Performing any Safety Instructions SafetyGeneral Operation Never take passengers Personal Safety Equipment Slope OperationChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Spark ArrestorControls Control LocationsMotion Control Levers Bypass Linkage Seat Adjustment LeverUnlocking Transmission Fuel Tank Choke Control Ignition SwitchThrottle Control Parking Brake Blade SwitchCutting Height Adjuster Always use the high position to transportFuses Fuel Shut Off ValveTraining SteeringBefore Starting Starting the EnginePlace controls in neutral position USE Full Throttle When Mowing Weak Battery To remove cables, reverse orderMower deck’s anti-scalp rollers should be evenly adjusted RunningOperating On Hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Manual Transport Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleBefore After Year 100 Battery Replacing batterySafety System Tire PressuresDeck Belt Faulty adjustment can cause an accidentDeck Belt Removal Pump Belt Deck Belt InstallationEZT Belt Installation Replacing EZT E-Series Zeroturn Transaxle beltCutting Blades Blade replacementAnti-scalp Rollers Adjusting the Mower Deck Deck LevelingCaster Wheels CleaningUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing HardwareLubrication Schedule LubricationGeneral Front Wheel Mount Wheel and Deck ZerksDeck Spindles Front Wheel BearingsProblem Cause Trouble ShootingMaintenance section Trouble Shooting Storage ServiceWinter Storage Schematic Hex Head Cap Screws Technical DataTorque Specifications Standard HardwareEngine ZM4619Transmission ZM4619 Equipment Overall dimensionsProductivity USA requirements Conformity CertificatesCE requirements Action Service JournalDelivery Service Stamp, signDaily Service After 10 hoursHour Service Service Journal At least once each year Action Date, mtr reading Stamp, sign Page 115 349428R1 03/08/10