McCulloch MC2042YT (96042011500) manual Table of Contents

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity

2.50 Gallons

and Type:

Unleaded Regular

Oil Type (API-SG-SL):

SAE 10W30 (above 32°F)

 

SAE 5W30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity:

W/Filter:

64oz.

 

W/O Filter:

60 oz.

Spark Plug:

Champion QC12YC

 

(Gap: .040")

Ground Speed (MPH):

Forward:

 

 

1st

1.2

 

2nd

1.5

 

3rd

2.4

 

4th

3.5

 

5th

4.8

 

6th

5.3

 

Reverse:

1.5

Charging System:

3 Amps Battery

 

5 Amps Headlights

 

 

 

Battery:

AMP/HR:

28

 

Min. CCA:

230

 

Case Size: U1R

Blade Torque:

45-55 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 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-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.

In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

4

ASSEMBLY

5-6

OPERATION

7-11

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

12

MAINTENANCE

12-15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

16-21

STORAGE

22

TROUBLESHOOTING

23-24

WARRANTY

28

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Contents Operators Manual Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationService General ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyToremovetractorfromcarton Before Removing Tractor from SkidCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To SET Parking Brake See FigStopping See Fig To USE Throttle Control D See FigTo Operate Mower To Stop Mower BladesReverse Operation System ROS To Operate on HillsBefore Starting the Engine Mowing TipsCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineMaintenance MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations ScheduleBattery TractorBlade Care Blade Removal See FigEngine IN-LINE Fuel Filter See Fig CleaningDeck Washout Port See Fig To Install Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig Install belt on engine pulley M, in belt keepers G To Level Mower Belt Installation To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Check Brake To Replace Motion Belt Drive See FigTransaxle Gear Shift Lever NEUTRAL- Adjustment See Fig To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust Choke ControlTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionExcessive Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Limited Warranty