McCulloch 532 43 27-66, MC18542LT Reverse Operation System ROS, To Operate on Hills, To Transport

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OPERATION

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse 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.

WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (See Fig.6)

Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the mowing area.

Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold.

With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" position.

Look down and behind before backing.

Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) position and slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ROS "ON"

ENGINE "ON" POSITION

POSITION

(NORMAL OPERATING)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fig. 6

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing 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 centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

Select desired height of cut.

Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES (See Fig. 7)

Disengage attachment clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

"ENGAGED" POSITION

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION

LOW

POSITION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" POSITION

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

Fig. 7

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope.

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills.

Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position.

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement.

To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment 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 transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

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Contents Operators Manual II. Slope Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers General OperationIV. Towing ServiceIII. Children Table of Contents Steering Wheel Unassembled PartsBefore Removing Tractor from Skid AssemblyTools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor from CartonCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake System Operation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Towing Carts and Other Attachments Reverse Operation System ROSTo Operate on Hills To TransportTo Start Engine See Fig Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineMowing Tips General Recommendations MaintenanceBlade Removal See Fig BatteryTractor Blade CareLubrication Transaxle MaintenanceEngine BeltsMuffler CleaningClean AIR Screen AIR FilterTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See Figs To Level Mower HousingTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Check Brake Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER Transaxle Gear Shift Lever Neutral Adjustment See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust CarburetorEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Points Excessive Service Notes Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Limited Warranty