McCulloch MC1236STA manual Table of Contents

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity

1.25 Gallons

 

and type:

Unleaded Regular

 

 

Oil Type

SAE 30 (above 32°F)

(API-SG-SL):

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity:

3 Pints

 

 

 

Spark Plug:

Champion RC12YC

(Gap: .030")

 

 

 

 

 

Ground Speed (MPH):

Forward:

 

 

1st

1.1

 

2nd

2.2

 

3rd

3.3

 

4th

4.4

 

5th

4.9

 

Reverse:

1.4

 

 

 

Tire Pressure:

Front:

14 PSI

 

Rear:

12 PSI

 

 

Charging System:

3 Amps Battery

 

5 Amps Headlights

Battery:

AMP/HR:

28

 

MIN. CCA:

230

 

Case Size:

U1R

 

 

Blade Bolt Torque:

27-35 FT. LBS.

 

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.

Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “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 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). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

4

ASSEMBLY

6-8

OPERATION

9-13

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

14

MAINTENANCE

14-17

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

18-22

STORAGE

23

TROUBLESHOOTING

24-25

REPAIR PARTS

28-41

4

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Contents Model NO. MC1236ST MC1236STA Safety Rules IV. ServiceGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationSafety Rules Table of Contents Unassembled Parts Steering Wheel SeatAssembly Tools Required for AssemblyHOW to SET UP Your Tractor To Remove Tractor from CartonConnect Battery See Figs Check Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Before Starting the Engine Mowing Tips To Start Engine See FigGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceBefore Each USE Tractor Brake OperationTires Operator Presence SystemEngine Cleaning Clean AIR INTAKE/COOLING AreasMuffler Spark PlugsTo Install Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig Belt RemovalTo Check and Adjust Brake See Fig To Adjust BrakeTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Check BrakeTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See Fig To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor Interlocks and RelaysStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points With attachment clutch Service Notes Repair Parts SchematicElectrical KEY Part NO. NO. Description Chassis and Enclosures Repair Parts Drive 116Repair Parts Steering Repair Parts Engine Optional EquipmentSeat Decals Wheels & TiresMower Lift Mower Deck KEY Part Description Policy Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX