McCulloch Lawn Mower 532 43 44 99 User Manual

03131  
M12530  
Operator's Manual  
532 43 44-99  
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SAFETY RULES  
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers  
GENERAL SERVICE  
III. CHILDREN  
Never operate machine in a closed area.  
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment  
is in safe working condition.  
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to  
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to  
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that  
children will remain where you last saw them.  
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper  
operation regularly.  
Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful  
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.  
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the  
area.  
Before and while backing, look behind and down for  
small children.  
Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They  
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with  
safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven  
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing  
area for another ride and be run over or backed over  
by the machine.  
Never allow children to operate the machine.  
Useextracarewhenapproachingblindcorners,shrubs,  
trees,orotherobjectsthatmayblockyourviewofachild.  
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris  
build-up. Cleanoilorfuelspillageandremoveanyfuel-  
soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.  
If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the  
machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.  
Nevermakeanyadjustmentsorrepairswiththeengine  
running.  
Check grass catcher components and the discharge  
chute frequently and replace with manufacturer's rec-  
ommended parts, when necessary.  
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear  
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.  
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service  
as required.  
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as  
necessary.  
IV. TOWING  
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for  
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the  
hitch point.  
Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight  
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.  
Never allow children or others in or on towed  
equipment.  
On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may  
cause loss of traction and loss of control.  
Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.  
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat-  
ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.  
Never carry passengers.  
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.  
Alwayslookdownandbehindbeforeandwhilebacking.  
V. SERVICE  
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE  
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme  
careinhandlinggasoline. Gasolineisextremelyflammable  
and the vapors are explosive.  
Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They  
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with  
safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven  
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing  
area for another ride and be run over or backed over  
by the machine.  
Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful  
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.  
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the  
area.  
Before and while backing, look behind and down for  
small children.  
Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.  
Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have  
to stop or shift while on the slope.  
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the  
tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed  
slowly straight down the slope.  
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other  
sources of ignition.  
Use only approved gasoline container.  
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine  
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.  
Never fuel the machine indoors.  
Never store the machine or fuel container where there  
is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water  
heater or other appliances.  
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or  
trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers  
on the ground away from your vehicle when filling.  
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or  
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,  
then refuel such equipment with a portable container,  
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.  
Keepthenozzleincontactwiththerimofthefueltankor  
container opening at all times until fueling is complete.  
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.  
If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades,  
shift into reverse and back down slowly.  
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn  
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.  
Iffuelisspilledonclothing,changeclothingimmediately.  
Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten  
securely.  
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
Read and observe the safety rules.  
Gasoline Capacity  
and Type:  
1.50 Gallons  
Unleaded Regular  
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for  
and using your tractor.  
Oil Type (API-SG-SL):  
Oil Capacity:  
SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C)  
SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F/0°C)  
Follow the instructions under “Maintenace” and “Stor-  
age” sections of this owner’s manual.  
48 oz.  
WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com-  
bustion engine and should not be used on or near any un-  
improved 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.  
Spark Plug:  
Champion RC12YC  
(Gap: .030")  
Ground Speed (MPH):  
Forward:  
1st 1.1  
2nd 1.4  
3rd 2.2  
4th 3.4  
5th 4.3  
6th 5.5  
Reverse:  
1.7  
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.  
Charging System:  
Battery:  
3 Amps Battery  
5 Amps Headlights  
AMP/HR:  
Min. CCA:  
U1R  
28  
230  
Case Size:  
Blade Torque:  
45-55 Ft. Lbs.  
CONGRATULATIONSonyourpurchaseofanewtractor.It  
has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give  
you the best possible dependability and performance.  
Shouldyouexperienceanyproblemyoucannoteasilyrem-  
edy,pleasecontactyournearestauthorizedservicecenter/  
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”.  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 4  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 4  
ASSEMBLY.................................................................6-7  
OPERATION .............................................................8-13  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14  
MAINTENANCE..................................................... 14-17  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS............................18-23  
STORAGE.................................................................... 24  
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................25-26  
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS  
Steering Wheel  
(1) Lock  
Washer  
Steering  
Wheel Insert  
(1) Large  
Flat Washer  
Steering  
Wheel  
(1) Hex Bolt  
Steering  
Extension  
Shaft  
Steering Wheel  
Adapter  
Steering Boot  
Seat  
(1) Washer  
(1) Knob  
(1) Seat  
Slope Sheet  
Key(s)  
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ASSEMBLY  
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.  
To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use  
the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.  
TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 2)  
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard  
wrench sizes are listed.  
Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft.  
(1) 5/16" wrench  
(2) 7/16" wrenches  
(2) 1/2" wrenches  
(1) 9/16" wrench  
Utility knife  
Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and  
push down to secure.  
Tire pressure gauge  
Pliers  
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL  
Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing  
straight forward.  
Whenrightorlefthandismentionedinthismanual,itmeans  
when you are in the operating position (seated behind the  
steering wheel).  
Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel  
and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension.  
Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal  
(left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter.  
TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON  
UNPACK CARTON  
Assemble large flat washer, lock washer, hex bolt and  
tighten securely.  
Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons  
from carton .  
Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering  
wheel.  
Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton.  
Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.  
Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and  
remove.  
Remove protective materials from tractor hood and  
grill.  
IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN  
SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO  
ROLL OFF SKID.  
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM  
SKID  
INSERT  
BOLT  
TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 1)  
LOCK  
WASHER  
Lift seat to raised position.  
LARGE FLAT  
WASHER  
NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and  
year indicated on label (label is located between terminals)  
charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.  
(See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual  
for charging instructions).  
STEERING  
WHEEL  
For battery and battery cable installation see "RE-  
PLACINGBATTERY"inthe"ServiceandAdjustments"  
section in this manual.  
STEERING BOOT  
ADAPTER  
LABEL  
EXTENSION  
SHAFT  
TAB  
LOWER  
STEERING  
SHAFT  
TAB  
SLOT  
Fig. 1  
Fig. 2  
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ASSEMBLY  
INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)  
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.  
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE  
The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory  
for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important  
for best cutting performance.  
Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing  
seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly  
of seat to tractor.  
Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.  
Pivotseatupwardandremovefromthecardboardpack-  
ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.  
Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolts are  
positioned over the large slotted holes in pan.  
Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolts in slots  
and pull seat towards rear of tractor.  
Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment  
knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.  
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS  
For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly  
leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER” in the Service and  
Adjustments section of this manual.  
CHECK FOR POSITION OF ALL BELTS  
See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and  
mowerbladedrivebeltsintheServiceandAdjustmentssec-  
tion of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.  
Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat.  
Slideseat untilacomfortablepositionisreachedwhich  
allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way  
down.  
Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.  
Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.  
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM  
Afteryoulearnhowtooperateyourtractor,checktoseethat  
the brake is operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE”  
in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.  
CHECKLIST  
SEAT  
SHOULDER  
BOLTS  
BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE  
WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST  
PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS  
QUALITY PRODUCT.  
SEAT  
PAN  
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:  
All assembly instructions have been completed.  
No remaining loose parts in carton.  
WASHER  
02617  
Battery is properly prepared and charged.  
Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.  
ADJUSTMENT  
KNOB  
02615  
All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,  
the tires were overinflated at the factory).  
Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/  
front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be  
properly inflated for leveling).  
Fig. 3  
NOTE:Youmaynowrollyourtractorofftheskid. Followthe  
instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid.  
Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed  
properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.  
WARNING:Beforestarting,read,understandandfollow  
all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be  
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in  
front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.  
Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure  
and wires are properly clamped.  
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY  
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT  
ITEMS:  
TOROLLTRACTOROFFSKID (SeeOperation  
section for location and function of controls)  
Engine oil is at proper level.  
Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded  
Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.  
Releaseparkingbrakebydepressingclutch/brakepedal.  
Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.  
Roll tractor forward off skid.  
Removebandingholdingthedeflectorshieldupagainst  
tractor.  
gasoline.  
Become familiar with all controls, their location and  
function. Operate them before you start the engine.  
Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.  
Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op-  
eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the  
Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).  
Continue with the instructions that follow.  
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OPERATION  
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.  
FAST  
SLOW  
REVERSE  
HIGH  
LOW  
NEUTRAL  
CHOKE  
IGNITION SWITCH  
MOWER LIFT  
ENGINE START  
MOWER HEIGHT  
ENGINE ON  
PARKING BRAKE  
REVERSE  
OPERATION  
SYSTEM (ROS)  
ENGINE OFF  
CLUTCH/BRAKE  
PEDAL  
LIGHTS ON  
CRUISE CONTROL  
BATTERY  
REVERSE  
FUEL  
FORWARD  
15  
15  
ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH ENGAGED  
DANGER, KEEP HANDS  
AND FEET AWAY  
ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH DISENGAGED  
SLOPE HAZARDS  
KEEP AREA CLEAR  
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)  
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
will result in death or serious injury.  
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
could result in death or serious injury.  
FREE WHEEL  
(Automatic Models only)  
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
might result in minor or moderate injury.  
CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,  
indicates a situation that could result in damage  
to the tractor and/or engine.  
Failure to follow instructions  
could result in serious injury or  
death. The safety alert symbol  
is used to identify safety inform-  
ation about hazards which can  
result in death, serious injury  
and/or property damage.  
HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,  
if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury  
and/or property damage.  
FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
could result in death, serious injury and/or  
property damage.  
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OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR  
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR  
Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments.  
Save this manual for future reference.  
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F
A
C
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Fig. 4  
Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.  
(A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower,  
and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted  
to your tractor.  
(E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the  
mowerblades,orotherattachmentsmountedtoyourtractor.  
(F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping  
the engine.  
(B) CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and  
braking the tractor and starting the engine.  
(G)REVERSEOPERATIONSYSTEM(ROS)ONPOSI-  
TION - Allows operation of mower deck or other powered  
attachment while in reverse.  
(C) PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the  
brake position.  
(D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting  
and controlling engine speed.  
(H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.  
(J) GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction  
of tractor.  
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