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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. MC18542LT 18.5 HP* 42 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
•Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Storage
• Troubleshooting
*As rated by the engine manufacturer
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SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WARNING: Donotcoastdownahillinneutral, you may lose control of the tractor.
WARNING: Towonlytheattachmentsthat are recommended by and comply with specificationsofthemanufacturerofyour tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operateonlyatthelowestpossiblespeed when on a slope. 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.
WARNING
Engineexhaust,someofitsconstituents,andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
•Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting.
•Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
•Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
•Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blades.
•Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
•Never carry passengers.
•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
•Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces.
•Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge chute, or other safety devices in place and working.
•Slow down before turning.
•Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
•Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute.
•Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
•Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
•Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
•Always wear eye protection when operating machine.
•Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mowerrelated injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.
•Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights.
•Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before storage.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
•Mow up and down slopes, not across.
•Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
•Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
•Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose traction.
Always keep the machine in gear when going down slopes. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.
•Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.
•Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could cause the machine to roll over.
•Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine. Do no use on steep slopes.
•Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.
•Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in.
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SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
III. CHILDREN
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.
•Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful 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.
•Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given 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.
•Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.
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.
V. SERVICE
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
•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.
•Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
•If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
•Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely.
GENERAL SERVICE
•Never operate machine in a closed area.
•Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
•Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuelsoaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.
•If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
•Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
•Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with manufacturer's recommended 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.
•Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
•Never carry passengers.
•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
•Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine.
•Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful 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.
•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.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline Capacity |
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Oil Type (API-SG-SL): |
SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C) |
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Oil Capacity: |
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Charging System: |
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Blade Torque: |
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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 remedy, 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 “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.
WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ......................................................... |
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... |
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. |
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ASSEMBLY................................................................. |
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OPERATION ............................................................. |
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... |
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MAINTENANCE ..................................................... |
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS............................ |
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STORAGE.................................................................... |
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TROUBLESHOOTING............................................ |
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WARRANTY................................................................. |
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS
Steering Wheel
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Seat
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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.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
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5/16" wrench |
Utility knife |
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7/16" wrenches |
Tire pressure gauge |
(2) 1/2" wrenches |
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INSTALL STEERING WHEEL
•Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.
•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.
•Assemble large flat washer, lock washer, hex bolt and tighten securely.
When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON
UNPACK CARTON
•Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton .
•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.
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID
TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 1)
•Lift seat to raised position.
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).
•For battery and battery cable installation see "REPLACING BATTERY" in the "Service and Adjustments" section in this manual.
SEAT 
LABEL
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Fig. 1
TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 2)
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT
•Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft.
•Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and
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•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.
INSERT
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WASHER
LARGE FLAT
WASHER
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INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.
•Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor.
•Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.
ASSEMBLY
•Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt securely.
•Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.
•Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.
•Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which 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.
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NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid.
WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow 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.
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls)
•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
•Releaseparkingbrakebydepressingclutch/brakepedal.
•Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
•Roll tractor forward off skid.
•Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against tractor.
Continue with the instructions that follow.
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.
•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
All assembly instructions have been completed.
No remaining loose parts in carton.
Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
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).
Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.
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:
Engine oil is at proper level.
Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded 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 Operation System (ROS) are working properly (See the Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).
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OPERATION
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
REVERSE |
NEUTRAL |
HIGH |
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CHOKE |
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ENGINE START |
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(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)
LIGHTS ON
FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only)
DANGER, KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY
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.
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 information 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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PARKING
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Fig. 4
Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine.
GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of the tractor.
IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position.
LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.
PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position.
REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) “ON” POSITION - Allows operation of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse.
THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and controlling engine speed.
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