Briggs & Stratton MB (18 HP) owner manual Mower Deck, Drive Belts, Seat, FRAME/BODY Construction

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Specifications

MODEL

MB

 

 

DIMENSIONS (continued)

 

Height

39 in. (99 cm)

Wheel Base (Tractor)

38-1/2 in. (98 cm)

Tread Width (Tractor)

29-3/4 in. (76 cm)

 

 

MOWER DECK

 

Width of Cut

36-, 42-, 48-, or 56-in. (91, 107, 122 or 142 cm)

Cutting Height

1 to 4 in. (3 to 10 cm)

Height Adjustment

7 Positions - 1/2 in. (1 cm) Increment Hitch Pins Installed in

 

Multi-Position Deck Support

Blade Size

 

36 in. (91 cm) SD Model

20 in. (51 cm) Two (2) Clockwise-Rotating Blades with a 4 in.

 

(10 cm) Center Overlap

42 in. (107 cm) SD Model

22 in. (56 cm) Two (2) Clockwise-Rotating Blades with a 2 in.

 

(5 cm) Center Overlap

48 in. (122 cm) SD Model

25 in. (64 cm) Two (2) Clockwise-Rotating Blades with a 2 in.

 

(5 cm) Center Overlap

56 in. (142 cm) SD Model

20 in. (51 cm) Three (3) Clockwise-Rotating Blades with a 2 in.

 

(5 cm) Center Overlap

Deck Suspension

Torsion-Flex Frame with Caster Wheels and

 

Counterweight Springs

 

 

CURB WEIGHT (Approximate)

 

Tractor Only

551 lb (250 kg)

SD Tractor and 36 in. SD Deck

696 lb (316 kg)

SD Tractor and 42 in. SD Deck

731 lb (332 kg)

SD Tractor and 48 in. SD Deck

756 lb (343 kg)

 

 

DRIVE BELTS

 

Engine PTO

Walker P/N 4230

Ground Drive

Walker P/N 4248

 

 

SEAT

Contour-Molded, with Nylon Backed Vinyl Cover and Integral

 

Foam Cushion

 

 

FRAME/BODY CONSTRUCTION

 

Frame/Body

3/16 Plate Steel

Deck

11 Gauge Steel

NOTE: The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in specifications shown herein at any time without notice or obligation.

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Contents Illustrated Parts Manual Foreword Table of Contents Hydrostatic Ground Main ComponentSteering Control Assemblies Spread Tail Wheel Axle KITGlossary General InformationIdentifying Number Locations Fill In By PurchaserServicing of Engine and Drivetrain Components Engine SpecificationsElectrical System TransmissionBlade Drive Tire SizeTire Pressure Drive Belts Mower DeckSeat FRAME/BODY ConstructionFront View and Right Side View Component IdentificationRear View and Left Side View Top View Body Raised Safety Instructions Before OperatingDo not mow with bystanders in the area Operating Case of a clogged or plugged mower deck MaintenanceSafety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, and Instruction Decals SAFETY, CONTROL, and Instruction Decals Setup Instructions Assembly InstructionsBattery Service Deck Caster Wheel InstallationDeck Installation PTO Shaft Guard InstallationMower Deck Installation PTO Shaft ConnectionDeck Counterweight Spring Installation Deck Leveling Body Rod in Stowed Position Body Rod in Engaged PositionCheck Engine Crankcase OIL Level Adjust Mower Cutting HEIGHT, if RE- Quired Operating Instructions Control IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, and FunctionOperating Controls Engine Choke PTO SwitchEngine Throttle Choke and Throttle Location Forward Speed Control FSCHydro Lockout Rod Location Hourmeter Operating Controls Top View from Drivers Point of View Left Wheel Right Wheel Steering LeverAdjusting Ground Speed and Steering Starting the EngineDisengaged Correct Operator Hand Position on the Controls Blade Clutch Engaged Blade Clutch Disengaged Engaging the MowerStopping the Machine Cutting Height AdjustmentHydro Lockout Rod Freewheel Position Transaxle LockoutsHydro Lockout Rod Normal Operating Position Recommendations for MowingMaximum Recommended Side Slope Side Discharge Shield in Lowest PositionService Item 100 250 Daily Hours Yearly Maintenance InstructionsImportant Tips for Care of the Briggs & Stratton Engine Engine Oil LubricationEach USE Dipstick Operating RangeGrease Fitting and Oil Point Lubrication Dipstick and Oil Fill View from above left side of tractorLubrication Maintenance Instructions Transaxle Lubrication Mower Deck Gearbox LubricationKeep Engine Screen Clean CleaningTransaxle Oil Filter Location Transaxle Drain Plugs View from underside of tractorClean Cooling Fins and Fan Air Cleaner System CleaningCHECKING/SERVICING Deck Secured in Tilt-Up PositionCleaning the Terminals BatteryBatteries Produce Explosive Gases Tire PressureMower Blade Profile For Sharpening Blade Balanced on Magnetic Wall-Mounted BalancerDrive Belts Spark Plugs REPLACING/REPAIRINGBreaker Points Belt LocationsRemove Belt Guard Engine/PTO BeltEngine/PTO Belt Disengaged Engine/PTO Belt EngagedGround Drive Belt Assembly Engaged Ground Drive Belt Assembly DisengagedFuel Filter Location Fuel FilterCutting Blade Shear Bolts PTO Shear PinMower Blades Steering Lever Position Adjustment Step AdjustmentsStop Bolt Location Stop Bolt Adjustment Steering Handles Adjustment StepNeutral Position Adjustment Step Steering Lever AdjustmentFSC Position Steering Adjustment Actuator Rod Length AdjustmentStraight Tracking Adjustment Step Full Forward Speed Adjustment StepNeutral Window Neutral Travel EndNeutral Switch Adjustment Step Neutral Travel End AdjustFSC Switch Location Forward Speed Control Friction Adjustment StepTilt-Up Deck Adjustable Stop ADJUSTMENTS/ Electrical System0DLQWHQDQFHHFDOV 75$&725&$/6Refer to Decks Parts Manual 13 for Deck Decals 7LOW8S/DWFK$VVHPEO\ +$66,6$660%Dvwhqhuv KDVVLV$VVHPEO\F009 372ULYH$VVHPEO\ Dvwhqhuv $,1&203211732575$160,66,21F051 5283 XHO7DQN$VVHPEO\KRNHDQG7KURWWOH$VVHPEOLHV F392 +5267$7,&*52815,9$660%/,6 URXQGULYH$VVHPEOLHV3DUNLQJ%UDNH$VVHPEO\ F066 675,1*&21752/$660%/,6 6WHHULQJ/HYHU6&$VVHPEOLHV Dvwhqhuv7UDQVPLVVLRQ6SULQJ$VVHPEOLHV F183 OHFWULFDO$VVHPEO\ Dvwhqhuv 75,&$/$660%Detail a 6SUHDG$OH.LW Dvwhqhuv 635$7$,/+/$/.,7F016 6&+0$7 Limited Warranty For Walker Model MB Rider Mower Sound Test Sound Model MB