McCulloch MC30 User Manual

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Owner's Manual 30" RIDING MOWER SIDE DISCHARGE ELECTRIC START

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06.28.11 TH/BD Printed in the U.S.A.www.mcculloch.biz

Catalog No.

MC30

Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.

The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before op er at ing this equipment.

Patents Pending

532 44 18-76 Rev. 6

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SERVICE NOTES

Warranty ................................................. 2

Safety Rules ........................................... 3

Product Specifications ............................6

Assembly/Pre-Operation ........................ 7

Operation .............................................. 11

Maintenance ......................................... 18

Service and Adjustments ...................... 22

Storage ................................................. 26

Troubleshooting .................................... 27

Repair Parts .......................................... 29

Maintenance Schedule ......................... 18

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions.

1. This warranty does not apply to the engine, battery (except as noted below) or components parts thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these items.

2. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the pur chaser. Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by the manufacturer.

3. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace, without charge to you, any battery which we find to be defective in manufacture, during the first ninety (90) days of ownership. After ninety (90) days, we will exchange the Battery, charging you 1/12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale. Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished.

4. The Warranty does not apply to any products used for rental or commercial purposes.

5. This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and main tained in ac cor dance with the instructions furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal wear of the product.

6. Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, stan dard hardware and normal maintenance.

7. In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer.

Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact:

HOP Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept. 9335 Harris Corners Parkway Charlotte, NC 28269 USA

giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WAR RAN TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale.

This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.

In Canada contact:

HOP 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4

SERVICE NOTES

SAFETY RULES

DANGER: This cutting machine is ca pa ble of amputating hands and feet and throwing

objects. Failure to observe the fol low ing safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, always dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark plug.

WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the riding mower.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle com po nents contain or emit chem i cals known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.

WARNING:This unit is not intended for the use of wheel weights. Only use attachments designed specifically for this riding mower.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash

hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions 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 blade.

• 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 blade 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 blade, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

• Disengage blade 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 mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

• 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.

SAFETY RULES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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 (15° Max), 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.

• If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blade, shift into reverse and back down slowly.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blade 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.

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 blade 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. 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.

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow

slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent

tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

15 DEGREES MAX.

THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE

FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

DECALS

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 43 79-66 DECAL, STEERING WHEEL 2 532 44 14-97 DECAL, V-BELT SCH 30" 3 532 42 51-12 DECAL, WARN. DEFLECT/CTFGR 4 532 44 14-15 DECAL, DECK 5 532 40 88-07 DECAL, ENGINE H.P. 6 532 43 81-60 LABEL, EPA

- - 532 44 18-76 MANUAL OWNER'S ENGLISH

- - 532 44 18-77 MANUAL OWNER'S SPANISH

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

SAFETY RULES

• 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 fuel-soaked 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 rec ommended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blade is 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.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 1.5 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular

Oil Type SAE 30 (Above 32°F) (API SG-SL): SAE 5W30 (Below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: 48 Oz.

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030")

Ground Speed Forward: 0 - 4 (Mph): Reverse: 0 - 2

Charging System: 3 Amps @ Battery

Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new riding mower. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a qualified service center. We have com pe tent, well-trained representatives and the proper tools to ser vice or repair this riding mower.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your riding mower prop erly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in main tain ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under “Cus tom er Re spon si bil i ties” and “Stor age” sec tions of this own er’s manual.

WARNING: This riding mower is equipped with an internal com bus tion engine and should not be used on or near any un im proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov ered 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 avail able 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.

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

MOWER DECK

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 43 68-48 DECK 2 532 19 28-70 MANDREL ASM 3 532 43 68-56 KEEPER, BELT 4 532 43 68-55 PULLEY, MANDREL 5 532 44 15-97 BELT 6 532 43 68-63 COVER, MANDREL 7 532 43 86-91 LIFT ASM, DECK 10 532 43 96-38 DEFLECTOR 12 532 43 66-47 PIN, HINGE 13 532 43 74-62 SPRING, TORSION 14 532 19 51-85 ARM, MOWER SUPPORT 17 819 19 19-12 WASHER 18 532 19 42-09 PIN 19 532 19 65-39 BOLT, SHOULDER 20 532 19 42-08 PIN COTTER 5/16 BOW TIE LOCK 22 532 44 15-98 LINK ASM DECK 25 532 12 47-88 RETAINER SPRING 1" 26 532 18 76-90 SPACER, MANDREL 27 532 17 39-84 BOLT, MANDREL 28 532 40 02-34 NUT FLANGE LOCK TOP 29 532 41 92-73 BLADE 30 532 19 30-03 BOLT, BLADE 31 532 19 31-97 PULLEY, IDLER 32 532 14 10-43 GUARD, IDLER TUV 34 872 11 06-12 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1 1/2 35 532 19 94-70 ARM, BRAKE 36 532 13 77-29 SCREW THD ROLL 1/4-20 X 5/8 37 873 90 06-00 NUT, 3/8-16 FLANGE 40 819 17 16-16 WASHER, 16 GA. 48 532 43 68-57 ARM CLUTCHING 49 532 19 90-92 SPACER RETAINER 50 817 00 06-16 SCREW 3/8-16 X 1 52 817 60 04-06 SCREW 1/4-20 X 3/8 53 532 40 18-72 SPRING RETURN DECK 55 532 43 79-88 E-RING 5/16 56 532 43 68-62 ROD ANTI-SWAY 57 819 13 13-12 WASHER 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 GA 59 532 43 68-58 GUARD TUV IDLER 61 532 43 79-47 MULCH COVER ASM 62 532 17 62-05 TRUNION SUSPENSION ARM 63 532 17 59-94 NUT LIFT LINK 7/16-20 64 817 67 06-08 SCREW THDROL 3/8-16 X 1/2

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

MOWER DECK

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

Your new riding mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your riding mower all parts and hardware you as sem ble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to ensure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes you need are listed below.

(1) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the steer ing wheel).

TO REMOVE RIDING MOWER FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from carton.

2. Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.

3. Remove packing materials from riding mower.

4. Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

Only cut carton with a short blade

NOTE:

utility knife, a long blade or saw can puncture tires on unit.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR RIDING MOWER

CHECK BATTERY

Ensure battery is securely fastened, and that all wires are securely connected.

• Battery is located under the seat.

• Battery has been fully charged from the factory, before installation.

TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

1. Slide extension shaft onto steering shaft.

2. Slide steering shaft protective foam cover over steering shaft.

3. Place steering boot over steering shaft and push down to secure.

4. Position front wheels of the riding mower so they are pointing straight forward.

5. Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft.

7. Press steering wheel into position on shaft, install large washer, lock washer, bolt and tighten securely.

8. Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel securely.

Lock Washer

Washer

Steering Wheel

Steering Boot

Extension Shaft

Bolt

Insert

Adapter

Foam Cover

Steering Shaft

LRV-B_Deck_4_r1

Seat

Battery

INSTALL SEAT

1. Remove bolt and flat washer se cur ing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to riding mower. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.

2. Place seat on seat pan so all three (3) bottom pads are positioned over large slotted holes in pan.

3. Push down on seat to engage pads in slots and pull seat towards rear of riding mower.

4. Raise seat and tighten bolt and large flat washer securely.

5. Remove tape and discard.

6. Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. Press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. If operating position is not comfortable, adjust seat.

Slot

Pad

Flat washer

Bolt

Seat pan

Ta b

Tape

Adjustment

handle

TO ADJUST SEAT

FRONT AND BACK -

• Sit in seat.

• Lift up adjustment lever and slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Release lever to lock seat in position.

Lumbar Adjustment Knob

Adjustment Lever

LUMBAR SUPPORT -

• Loosen lumbar adjustment knob.

• Slide seat back up or down to most comfortable position for lower back support.

• Tighten lumbar adjustment knob.

NOTE: You may now roll your riding mower off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the riding mower from the skid.

WARNING: Before starting, read, un der stand and follow all in struc tions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure riding mower is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of riding mower is clear of other people and objects.

TO ROLL RIDING MOWER OFF SKID (See Op er a tion section for location and function of con trols)

1. Raise deck lift lever to its highest position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake ped al.

3. Shift unit to neutral.

4. Roll riding mower forward off skid.

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

STEERING

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 44 20-64 WHEEL TUBE 2 812 00 00-01 E-CLIP 3 532 18 89-67 WASHER, HARDENED 4 532 12 17-49 WASHER, 1/4 X 3/4 5 532 43 61-81 SPINDLE, RH 6 532 12 49-31 WASHER, HARDENED THRUST 7 532 12 49-37 BUSHING, STEERING COLUMN 9 819 13 14-14 WASHER 10 532 42 80-57 WELDMENT, LWR STRG SHAFT 11 532 43 61-83 LINK, STRNG LH 12 532 43 61-84 LINK, STRNG RH 13 874 78 05-24 BOLT, 5/16-18 X 1 1/2 14 819 11 12-16 WASHER 11/32 X 3/4 X 16 GA 16 532 43 62-82 BUSHING SNAP 15 873 80 05-00 NUT, 5/16-18 17 532 43 61-78 SUPPORT, UPPER STEERING 19 817 00 05-12 BOLT, 5/16-18 X 3/4 20 532 42 80-45 CLIP, RETAINER SPRING 23 532 43 77-47 ADAPTER, STEERING WHEEL 26 532 42 45-51 WHEEL, STEERING 27 532 44 15-06 CAP, STEERING WHEEL 28 532 19 98-49 CLIP, RETAINER SPRING 29 532 43 61-80 SPINDLE LH 30 532 19 32-68 CAP, HUB, AXLE 31 819 34 32-10 WASHER 1-1/16 X 2 X 10GA. 32 817 58 05-20 SCREW HEXWSH THD 5/16-18 X 1-3/4 34 532 43 61-82 SHAFT STEERING UPPER 35 532 44 20-66 BOOT LOWER STEERING WHEEL 36 532 19 60-75 SHAFT EXTENSION STEERING SPLINE 37 874 78 05-80 BOLT FIN HEX 5/16-18 UNC X 5 GR5 38 810 04 05-00 WASHER LOCK HVY HLCL SPR 5/16 39 819 11 38-12 WASHER 41 532 43 65-90 FOAM SHAFT STEERING 42 532 42 10-76 PIN, 5/64 X 3/4 COTTER 43 873 54 05-00 CROWNLOCK NUT 5/16-24 UNF 44 532 42 80-44 BUSHING

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

STEERING

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

6 7

7 6 29

TO ATTACH FRONT BUMPER

NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish

to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting bumper to riding mower.

1. Remove (2) screws from front chassis of riding mower.

2. Tilt the front bumper so that the bumper tabs catch the slots on the front of the chassis and lower the bumper in to place.

3. Attach the bumper to front of chassis with screws removed in step 1.

4. Tighten the two (2) screws se cure ly.

Ta b

Slot

Screw

Front Bumper

TO ATTACH REAR BUMPER

NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish

to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting bumper to riding mower.

1. Remove (4) screws from rear chassis of riding mower.

2. Position bumper as shown and assemble to rear chassis with screws removed in step 1.

3. Tighten the four (4) screws se cure ly.

Rear Bumper

Screw

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your riding mower were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

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 POSITON OF MOWER DRIVE BELT

See the figure that is shown for replacing the mower drive belt in the service and adjustment section of this manual. Verify that the belt is routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your riding mower, check to see that the brake is operating properly.

LRV-B_Steering_3

✓CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new riding mower, 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

com plet ed.

✓ No remaining loose parts in carton.

✓ Battery is properly connected.

✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-

ping 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 belt. Be sure it is 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 riding mower, 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).

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

DRIVE

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 44 20-79 WHEEL ASM (REAR) 2 532 12 17-48 WASHER, 16 GA. 3 812 00 00-01 E-CLIP 6 532 15 69-72 SPACER AXLE 7 874 78 04-28 HCS 1/4-20 X 1-3/4 GR 5 ZD 8 532 43 66-95 WELMENT SUPPORT AXLE RH 9 532 44 19-36 SUBASM FINAL DRIVE 10 817 00 05-12 SCREW 5/16 - 18 X 3/4 11 532 43 67-41 BRACKET.SUPPORT.RH 12 532 43 61-48 CASE CHAIN RH 13 532 43 72-80 BEARING BALL 6207-SRS 14 532 43 71-76 SPROCKET DRIVEN 37 TOOTH 15 532 44 25-51 TUBE INPUT HEX 16 532 43 61-53 CHAIN PRIMARY DRIVE 17 532 43 72-82 BEARING BALL 6204-3-2RS 18 532 43 61-49 CASE CHAIN LH 19 818 05 10-10 SCREW 10 - 24 X 5/8 PAN HEAD

20 532 12 49-31 WASHER THRUST .75 X 1.230 22 532 43 66-96 WELMENT SUPPORT AXLE LH 23 818 10 10-08 SCREW TORX #10 - 14 X 1/2 32 532 43 61-51 BLOCK TENSION CHAIN 33 532 43 61-50 SPRING ADJUSTER TENSION 34 877 10 10-40 PIN CLEVIS 5/16 X 2-1/2 36 532 43 57-22 SHAFT INPUT CLUTCH 37 532 43 61-52 SPROCKET SPLINED 14 TOOTH 39 532 43 04-70 BEARING BALL 40 532 43 69-39 ARM BRAKE 41 532 10 95-53 SWITCH INTLK CL MWR GRY

43 873 80 05-00 NUT LOCK HEX W/INSERT

44 532 43 66-52 COVER END HEX 45 532 43 61-54 SPRING DRIVE 47 532 43 69-49 BRACKET MOUNT CABLE

48 817 54 10-16 SCREW.HEX.HEAD WASH.10-

51 532 43 67-39 BRACKET SUPPORT LH 53 873 90 06-00 LOCK NUT, FL ANGED 54 532 43 57-26 BEARING BALL 55 532 43 77-77 COVER WHEEL CLUTCH 57 532 43 65-59 WHEEL FRICTION 59 532 44 10-97 PLATE.CLUTCH.DRIVE 60 532 43 77-87 PLATE PRESSURE DRIVE 62 532 43 77-86 PLATE CLUTCH BRAKE 63 532 43 77-85 PLATE PRESSURE BRAKE 65 532 43 57-23 PLATE PRESSURE MASTER 66 532 43 57-24 BEARING THRUST 20MM 67 532 43 57-25 PLATE THROWOUT 68 532 43 57-28 BEARING BALL LOOSE 69 532 43 57-27 COVER CLUTCH

TORX

4 TERM

5/16 - 18 UNC

LRV B

24X1.00

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

70 532 41 15-55 GRIP LEVER 71 532 43 68-65 TUBE SHIFT LRV 72 872 11 04-06 BOLT CARR. 73 873 68 04-00 NUT CROWNLOCK 1/4 - 20 UNC 75 532 43 67-00 BRACKET MOUNT SHIFT 76 532 18 35-00 HUB SHIFT 78 532 42 90-55 SPACER NYLON .866 X 1.25 X

79 874 78 04-12 BOLT.FIN.HEX.1/4-20 UNC X .75 80 810 04 04-00 WASH ER LO CK HVY HLCL

81 819 09 12-10 WASHER 9/32 X 3/4 X 10 GA. 84 819 11 16-10 WASHER 11/32 X 1.00 X 10 GA. 85 532 43 69-14 SPRING FRICTION PACK 86 532 43 73-04 BUSHING PACK FRICTION FD2 87 532 43 69-48 WASHER PLASTIC 88 532 43 67-01 STUD PACK FRICTION 89 532 43 72-99 SPACER PACK FRICTION FD2 90 819 11 14-16 WASHER.11/32 X 7/8 X 16 GA. 91 532 43 69-24 SUBASM.LINK.SHIFT 94 532 43 69-18 WELDMENT.SHIFT.FD2 95 532 43 68-66 PLATE.SHIFT 96 532 43 77-67 DRUM CLUTCH MULTI DISC 97 532 43 69-25 SUBASM LINK SHIFT PRIMARY 98 532 15 03-60 NUT LOCK CENTER 1/4 - 28

101 817 06 06-24 SCREW.3/8-16X1-1/2. SMGML.

102 532 08 67-77 THREAD.CUTTER 103 532 10 44-45 SWITCH.SEAT. 104 532 43 77-81 HUB CENTER 105 532 43 61-42 SPRING WAVE C125-H5 106 532 19 43-21 SPACER RETAINER 107 532 12 47-88 RETAINER.SPRING.1”.ZINC/

108 532 43 67-84 BUSHING.5/16IDX7/16ODX1/2 109 532 19 32-68 CAP.HUB.AXLE.1.50 X 1.00 110 532 42 84-61 BRACKET SHIFTER FLEX 111 532 12 35-83 KEY.SQUARE.2.0 X .1845/.1865 112 818 10 10-12 SCREW TORX #10-14 X .750 113 873 90 05-00 NUT LOCK FLANGE HEX 114 532 43 62-82 BEARING FLANGE

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

.250

SPRING

FNTHD

TAP/R

CAD

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

DRIVE

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OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your riding mower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

REVERSE

ENGINE OFF

FUEL

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

BRAKE/CLUTCH

PEDAL

NEUTRAL

REVERSE

OPERATION

SYSTEM (ROS)

OIL PRESSURE

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

HIGH

ENGINE ON

BATTERY

ATTACHMENT

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.

LOW

ENGINE START

REVERSE

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

CHOKE

PARKING BRAKE

FORWARD

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.

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.

FAST

MOWER HEIGHT

KEEP AREA CLEAR

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

SLOW

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

MOWER LIFT

SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION SWITCH

PARKING BRAKE

UNLOCKED

LRV-B_Drive_1_r3

KNOW YOUR RIDING MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR RIDING MOWER

Compare the illustrations with your riding mower to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference.

Brake Pedal

Parking Brake Lever

Deck Clutch Lever

Lift Lever Plunger

Height Adjustment Lever

ROS "ON"

Ignition Switch

Throttle/

Choke

Control

Motion

Control

Lever

Our riding mowers conform to the applicable safety standards of the

American National Stan dards Institute.

DECK CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blade.

BRAKE PEDAL - Used for brak ing the riding mower and starting the engine.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER - Used to adjust mower cutting height.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to re lease height adjustment lever when chang ing its position.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks parking brake into brake position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of the riding mower.

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.

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

CHASSIS

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 43 61-76 WELDMENT, CHASSIS 2 532 18 01-66 BRACKET, SEAT 7 532 43 61-77 PLATE, ENGINE 8 532 43 96-14 BRACKET, CHASSIS FRONT 10 532 44 18-05 PAN, SEAT 11 532 19 93-70 BRACKET, SWITCH MOUNTING 13 532 44 20-71 COVER, FOOT REST 14 532 44 20-75 FOOTREST STRUCTURAL 15 532 44 20-69 SUPPORT, FOOT REST 16 532 43 93-95 PANEL ASM, CONTROL 18 – – – – – – ENGINE, 217807-1537-G1

19 532 43 68-61 KEEPER, BELT 22 532 44 17-15 DECK CLUTCH ASM 23 532 14 98-46 KNOB 24 532 41 63-58 SCREW #10 X 0.750 BOS

25 872 14 04-24 BOLT 26 873 51 04-00 NUT 1/4-20 29 532 43 89-21 BOLT, 7/16-20 X 1.00 32 817 06 06-20 SCREW 3/8-16 X 1-1/4 33 532 12 41-81 SPRING, SEAT 34 532 12 37-40 SPRING 35 872 05 04-12 BOLT, 1/4-20 X 1 1/2 39 532 13 43-00 SPACER 40 532 12 12-48 BUSHING, NYLON SNAP 41 532 12 39-76 NUT, LOCK 42 532 17 18-52 BOLT, 5/16-18 SHOULDER 43 873 80 05-00 NUT, 5/16-18 44 532 43 66-12 SEAT 45 817 00 05-12 BOLT, 5/16-18 X 3/4 51 532 42 88-56 BRACKET 52 532 14 50-06 CLIP PUSH-IN HINGED 53 532 43 85-62 SCREW 54 532 43 64-73 DISC FRICTION 55 532 43 58-08 TORSION BODY UPPER 56 532 44 19-25 TORSION BODY LOWER 57 532 43 64-79 SPRING HELIX 59 819 18 24-11 WASHER 9/16ID X 1/2 20D11G 60 532 43 78-56 FUEL TANK ASM 62 532 40 04-14 FUEL LINE 63 532 41 41-19 PURGE LINE 64 532 12 34-87 CLAMP HOSE 65 532 43 02-19 FUEL CAP 66 532 43 66-06 FUEL TANK SUPPORT BRKT 67 532 42 17-56 SCREW #10 X 0.500

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

68 532 43 98-51 SHIELD HEAT 69 532 43 74-27 BRACKET MOUNT CABLE

(439614) (NON-CALIFORNIA) (ORDER PARTS FROM ENGINE MANUFACTURER)

THREAD

70 532 44 20-68 CONSOLE CENTER

71 532 43 78-57 THROTTLE ASM 72 532 19 51-61 STUD FASTNER 73 873 90 05-00 NUT LOCK HEX FLANGE 5/16-

74 873 90 04-00 NUT HEX FLANGE 1/4-20 76 877 10 08-12 PIN CLEVIS 77 876 02 02-08 PIN COTTER 1/16 X 1/2 78 532 43 70-56 BRACKET SUPPORT ROD 79 532 43 70-57 BRAKE WELDMENT 80 532 42 96-93 BRAKE PEDAL COVER 81 532 43 73-74 WELDMENT LINK CONNECTING 82 532 16 94-84 RETAINER CLIP 83 532 43 93-66 STEERING TOWER REAR 84 532 43 92-88 STEERING BOOT FRONT 85 532 43 76-60 PARKING BRAKE HANDLE 86 532 43 87-62 ACTUATOR PARKING BRAKE 87 532 16 54-92 SHOULDER BOLT 88 532 42 81-10 CROSS BRACE 89 532 42 17-56 SCREW 91 532 43 74-01 TRACK CLUTCH BRKT 92 532 18 4471 BOLT 94 874 49 05-48 BOLT 95 532 43 67-02 BRACKET CLUTCHING 96 532 44 20-73 BUMPER REAR 97 532 43 64-72 PULLEY ENGINE 98 817 49 04-08 SCREW 1/4-20 X 1/2 100 532 19 76-61 HANDLE SLIDE SEAT 101 532 19 82-00 SPRING LATCH SEAT 102 874 76 06-12 BOLT FIN HEX 3/8-16 UNC X 3/4 103 819 13 38-12 WASHER 13/32 X 2 3/8 X 12 GA 104 818 10 10-08 SCREW TORK #10-14 X 1/2 105 532 44 20-78 ENGINE COVER 106 532 43 68-34 STRAP BATTERY 107 532 44 20-74 FRONT BRUSH GUARD 108 532 43 71-68 COVER REAR TRANSAXLE 109 532 43 90-08 BRAKE HANDLE PLATE 110 532 42 21-45 CONTROL PANEL HINGE PIN 111 532 43 81-71 SHIELD, BRAKE CABLE 112 817 72 04-08 SCREW THD CUT 113 817 06 05-12 SCREW 5/16-18 X 3/4

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

CUPHOLDER

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

CHASSIS

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

The op er a tion of any riding mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Al ways wear safety glass es or eye shields while op er at ing your riding mower or per form ing any ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vi sion

00155

safe ty mask over spec ta cles or stan dard safety glass es.

LRV-B_Chassis_8

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HOW TO USE YOUR RIDING

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104

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111

5353

112

MOWER

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your riding mower is equipped with an operator presence sens ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

1. Depress brake pedal all the way down and hold.

2. Pull parking brake lever up and hold, release pressure from brake pedal, then release parking brake lever. Pedal should remain in brake position. Ensure parking brake will hold mower secure.

STOPPING

MOWER BLADE -

• To stop mower blade, move deck clutch

lever to disengaged po si tion.

( ) Deck Clutch

Control “Engaged”

( ) Deck Clutch

Control “Dis en gaged”

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal all the way down.

• Move motion control lever to neutral position.

Motion Control Lever

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position, before stopping, may cause engine to “backfire”.

Throttle

• Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving riding mower to prevent un au tho rized use.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when riding mower is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping riding mower on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop riding mower com plete ly, as described above, before leav ing the operator's position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Always operate engine at full speed (fast).

• Operating engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces engine's operating efficiency.

• Full speed (fast) of fers the best mower per for mance.

Throttle

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK WARD

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever.

1. Ensure the parking brake is applied.

2. Start riding mower with motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

3. Release parking brake.

4. Slowly move motion control lever to

desired position.

Motion Control Lever

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2" during the cool season and to over 3" during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to de sired height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your riding mower is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the deck clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

1. Select desired height of cut.

2. Start mower blade by engaging deck

clutch lever. TO STOP MOWER BLADE Disengage deck clutch lever.

Deck Clutch Lever

"Disengaged" Position

Mower Height

Adjustment High

Position

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

ELECTRICAL

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 43 65-51 BATTERY 3 532 19 33-50 SWITCH, IGN, DLTA, P-IN, ROS 4 532 41 19-33 KEY/CHAIN 9 532 10 95-53 SWITCH, INTLK,CL, MWR, GRY 10 532 17 61-38 SWITCH, INTERLOCK, NONC,GRAY 12 532 19 27-49 SWITCH, SEAT, DP, ROS 13 532 43 72-28 HARNESS, IGN, ELECTSTART, LRV 15 532 19 25-07 SOLENOID 16 817 72 04-08 SCREW THD CUT 1/4-20 X 1/2 TY23 17 873 51 04-00 NUT KEPS HEX 1/4-20 UNC 18 532 41 66-94 CABLE BATTERY 19 532 42 12-99 CABLE STARTER 20 532 42 12-98 CABLE GROUND 21 817 06 05-12 SCREW 5/16-18 X 3/4 22 532 44 21-48 SCREW HEX M5X0.8.9MM 23 532 43 81-22 NUT M5 24 818 10 10-12 SCREW TORX #10-14 X .750 25 532 44 16-22 FUSE, 10

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT

The po si tion of the mower height deck lift le ver de ter mines the cut ting height.

• Grasp lift le ver.

• Press lift lever plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position.

The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.

Deck Clutch Lever "Engaged" Position

Height Adjustment

Low Position

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the en tire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, mulch cover, or the deflector shield in place.

Mulch CoverDeflector Shield

Mower

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

ELECTRICAL

LRV2

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Your riding mower is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the deck clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position.

WARNING: Backing up with the deck clutch engaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the deck clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM Only use if you are certain no children or

other bystanders will enter the mowing area.

1. Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

2. With engine running, turn ignition key

counterclockwise to ROS "ON" position.

3. Look down and behind before and while

backing.

4. Slowly move motion control lever to

reverse (R) po si tion to start movement.

5. When use of the ROS

is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

TO ATTACH DEFLECTOR

1. Unhook the 2 bungees from deck to the mulch cover.

Bungee

Mulch Cover

Bungee

Hinge Bracket

Deflector

Shield

4. Rest the mulch cover on the deflector.

5. Attach the 2 bungees from the deflector to the deck.

Mulch CoverDeflector Shield

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

WARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes great er than 15° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide at the back of this manual.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

• To restart movement, slowly re lease parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your riding mower, be sure to disengage transmission by placing shifter in neutral.

• Raise mower height adjustment to its high-

est position with mower height adjustment lever.

• To reengage transmission, press brake

and shift out of neutral.

2. Lift the mulch cover.

3. Attach the deflector to the hinge bracket.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your riding mower has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with sum mer weight oil.

1. Check engine oil with riding mower on level ground.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If nec es sary, add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the oil viscosity chart in the Main te nance sec tion of this man u al).

• To change engine oil, see the Main te nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unlead ed gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan ti ties that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage In struc tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

Fuel Cap

TO START ENGINE

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral position.

• Move deck clutch lever to “DISENGAGED” position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START” position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C AND ABOVE)

• When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position.

• The ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C AND BELOW)

• When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300)

SCHEMATIC

SCH24

PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13

BATTERY

IGNITION SWITCH

CIRCUITPOSITION

OFF

RUN/OVERRIDE

M+G+A1

B+S+A1START

B+A1

B+A1RUN

“MAKE”

L+A2

DER

FUSE

WHITE

BLUE

BLACK

BLACK/WHITE

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

BLUE

(IF EQUIPPED)

RED

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE RE-INSTALLED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

RED

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

REVERSE SWITCH NOT IN REVERSE

IGNITION

UNIT

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

SOLENOID

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

GRAY

SHORTING CONNECTOR

SPARK PLUGS

(2 PLUGS

ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

DIODE

STARTER

BLACK

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

BLACK

GAP

28 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

STATOR

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

BLACK

GRAY

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to service center.

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven cutting

Mower blade will not rotate

1 Faulty operator-safety presence

control system.

1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 1 Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2 Mower deck not level. 2 Level mower deck. 3 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash

under mower.

4 Bent blade mandrel. 4 Contact a qualified service center.

5 Clogged mower deck vent from

build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrel.

1 Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 1 Remove obstruction. 2 Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 2 Replace mower drive belt. 3 Frozen idler pulley. 3 Replace idler pulley. 4 Frozen blade mandrel. 4 Contact a qualified service center.

1 Check wiring, switches and

connections. If not corrected, Contact a qualified service center.

3 Clean underside of mower housing.

5 Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming.

• Drive so that clippings are dis charged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the riding mower. This will result in a more even dis tri bu tion of clippings and more uniform cutting.

Poor grass discharge

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine dies when riding mower is shifted into reverse

1 Travel speed too fast. 1 Shift to slower speed. 2 Wet grass. 2 Allow grass to dry before mowing. 3 Mower deck not level. 3 Level mower deck. 4 Low/uneven tire air pressure. 4 Check tires for proper PSI. 5 Worn, bent or loose blade. 5 Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten

6 Buildup of grass, leaves and

trash under mower.

7 Mower drive belt worn. 7 Replace mower drive belt. 8 Blade improperly installed. 8 Reinstall blade sharp edge down. 9 Improper blade used. 9 Replace with blade listed in parts

10 Clogged mower deck vent holes

from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1 Bad battery cell(s). 1 Replace battery. 2 Poor cable connections. 2 Check/clean all connections. 3 Faulty alternator. 3 Replace alternator.

1 Axle key missing. 1 Install axle key at rear wheel. See

1 Reverse operation system (ROS)

is not “ON” while mower or other attachment is engaged.

2 Engine is cold. 2 Allow engine warm-up by running for

blade bolt.

6 Clean underside of mower

housing.

manual.

10 Clean around mandrels to

open vent holes.

"TO REMOVE WHEEL" in the Service and Adjustments section.

1 Turn ignition key to ROS “ON”

position. See Operation section.

several seconds to several minutes.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

• Reg u late ground speed by se lect ing a low enough gear to give the mower cut ting per for mance as well as the quality of cut desired.

• When operating attachments, se lect a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tach ment being used.

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to service center.

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

)

Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems

)

Check for Loose Fasteners

Check/Replace Mower Blade

Clean Battery and Terminals

Lubricate Axles and Spindles

Clean Friction Surfaces

Check Mower Levelness

Che

ck V-Belt

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

N G

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

BEFORE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this riding mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must main tain riding mower as instructed in this manual.

EACH

USE

EVERY

HOURS

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check brake operation.

3. Check tire pressure.

4. Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation.

5. Check for loose fasteners.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your riding mower.

At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lu bri cants will attract dust and dirt that will short en the life of the self-lu bri cat ing bearings. If you feel they must be lu bri cat ed, use only a dry, pow dered graphite type lu bri cant spar ing ly.

• At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blade and belt for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

EVERY

HOURS

EVERY

HOURS

1,2

3 - Replace blade more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Clean surfaces with isopropyl alcohol or non filming cleaner.

EVERY

HOURS

EVERY

100

SEASON

BEFORE

STORAGE

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will not start

Loss of power

1 Out of fuel. 1 Fill fuel tank. 2 Bad spark plug. 2 Replace spark plug. 3 Dirty air filter. 3 Clean/replace air filter. 4 Water in fuel. 4 Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill

5 Loose or damaged wiring. 5 Check all wiring. 6 Engine valves out of adjustment. 6 Contact a qualified service center.

1 Dirty air filter. 1 Clean/replace air filter. 2 Bad spark plug. 2 Replace spark plug. 3 Weak or dead battery. 3 Recharge or replace battery. 4 Stale or dirty fuel. 4 Empty fuel tank and refill tank with

5 Loose or damaged wiring. 5 Check all wiring. 6 Engine valves out of adjustment. 6 Contact a qualified service center.

1 Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 1 Depress clutch/brake pedal. 2 Deck clutch is engaged. 2 Disengage deck clutch. 3 Weak or dead battery. 3 Recharge or replace battery. 4 Blown fuse. 4 Replace fuse. 5 Corroded battery terminals. 5 Clean battery terminals. 6 Loose or damaged wiring. 6 Check all wiring. 7 Faulty ignition switch. 7 Check/replace ignition switch. 8 Faulty solenoid or starter. 8 Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9 Faulty operator presence switch(es). 9 Contact a qualified service center.

1 Weak or dead battery. 1 Recharge or replace battery. 2 Corroded battery terminals. 2 Clean battery terminals. 3 Loose or damaged wiring. 3 Check all wiring. 4 Faulty solenoid or starter. 4 Check/replace solenoid or starter.

1 Cutting too much grass/too fast. 1 Raise cutting height/reduce speed. 2 Build-up of grass, leaves and trash

under mower.

3 Dirty air filter. 3 Clean/replace air filter. 4 Low oil level/dirty oil. 4 Check oil level/change oil. 5 Faulty spark plug. 5 Clean & regap or change spark plug. 6 Stale or dirty fuel. 6 Empty fuel tank and refill tank with

7 Water in fuel. 7 Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill

8 Spark plug wire loose. 8 Connect & tighten spark plug wire.

9 Dirty engine air screen/fins. 9 Clean engine air screen/fins.

10 Dirty/clogged muffler. 10 Clean/replace muffler.

11 Loose or damaged wiring. 11 Check all wiring.

12 Engine valves out of adjustment. 12 Contact a qualified service center.

tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

fresh, clean gasoline.

2 Clean underside of mower housing.

fresh, clean gasoline.

tank with fresh gasoline.

Excessive vibration

1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 1 Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2 Bent blade mandrel. 2 Contact a qualified service center.

3 Loose/damaged part(s). 3 Tighten loose part(s).

Replace damaged parts.

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your riding mower for stor age at the end of the season or if the riding mower will not be used for 30 days or more.

WARNING: Never store the riding mower with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any en clo sure.

MOWER

Remove deck from mower for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entire riding mower (See “CLEAN-

ING” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

2. Inspect and replace belt, if nec es sary

(See belt re place ment in struc tions in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Main te nance

section of this man ual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. In spect moving parts for damage, break age and wear. Replace if nec es sary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightly before paint ing.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• If battery is removed from riding mower

for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor clean er products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in min i miz ing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor age container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the sta bi liz er to reach the carburetor. Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this man ual).

CYLINDER(S)

1. Remove spark plug(s).

2. Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug

hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3. Turn ignition key to “START” po si tion for

a few seconds to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one sea son to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your riding mower in doors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your riding mower with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plas tic cannot breathe which allows con den sa tion to form and will cause your riding mower to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover riding mower while en gine and exhaust areas are still warm.

RIDING MOWER

Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If riding mower requires more than four (4) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced at your nearest authorized service center.

TIRES

• Maintain tire pressure at 12 PSI.

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and pre vent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also pre vents tire dry rot and corrosion.

AXLE AND SPINDLES

• Front wheel axles and front spindles should be properly lubricated.

• Wheel axles and spindles should be lubricated with grease.

Spindle

Wheel Axle

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYS TEM AND REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Be sure operator presence and reverse operation sys tems are work ing properly. If your riding mower does not function as described, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully de pressed, and the deck clutch lever is in the dis en gaged position.

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

• When the engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the deck clutch lever is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine.

• Never operate the deck clutch lever unless you are seated in the seat.

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM

• When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the deck clutch lever engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the deck clutch lever engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine.

ROS "ON" Position

Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating)

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place worn, bent or damaged blades.

CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade

approved by the manufacturer of your riding mower. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your riding mower is hazardous, could damage your riding mower and void your warranty.

BLADE REMOVAL

1. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blade.

NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/ or wrap blade with heavy cloth.

2. Remove blade bolt by turning coun ter clock wise.

3. Install new blade with stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly.

Mandrel Assembly

Blade

Blade Bolt (Special)

Star

Center Hole

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper as sem bly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.

4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.).

IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat treated.

BATTERY

Your riding mower has a battery charging sys tem which is suf fi cient for normal use.

• Keep battery and connectors clean.

• Only recharge battery with charger approved for a 12V 6 amp. hour battery.

• Charging with any other charger or an automotive style charger can cause permanent damage to the battery.

• Charge battery for 24 hours for a full charge.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your riding mower is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or cov ers. Adding or checking level of elec tro lyte is not necessary.

WARNING: Do not jump start battery. Permanent damage to the battery or personal injury may occur.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling.

V-BELT

Check V-belt for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belt is not ad just able. Re place belt if it begins to slip from wear.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

5W-30

-20 0 30 40

F C

-20 0

-30

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

-10

NOTE: Al though multi-vis cos i ty oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) im prove start ing in cold weather, the oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the riding mower is not used for 25 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

SAE 30

20 30 40

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100

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL.

• Be sure riding mower is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

CAUTION: If engine has been operated for an extended period of time immediately prior to draining oil, oil will be hot.

1. Lift engine cover.

2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful

not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil.

3. Position a container to catch oil.

4. Remove drain plug and drain oil into

container.

5. After oil has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely.

6. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip-

stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

7. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for

checking level. For accurate reading, tighten dipstick cap securely onto the tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished.

8. Lower engine cover.

Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick

Drain Plug

Engine Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gen er-

ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking ma te ri als away from bat ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the Maintenance section of this man u al).

REPLACING BATTERY

WARNING: Do not short bat tery ter mi-

nals by al low ing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before con nect ing battery, remove metal bracelets, wrist watch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent spark ing from ac ci den tal grounding.

1. Lift seat pan to raised position.

2. Remove terminal cover.

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable, battery strap and carefully remove battery from riding mower.

4. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery.

5. Reinstall terminal cover.

6. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with bolt and nut as shown. Tighten securely.

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat tery terminal with remaining bolt and nut. Tighten securely

8. Lower seat pan.

Seat Pan

Nut Nut

Positive (Red) Cable

Bolt

Negative

(Black)

Cable

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your riding mower to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. Ensure all wiring and connectors are secure.

ENGINE

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your riding mower to a qualified service center for repair and/or adjustment.

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

1. Park riding mower on a level surface.

2. Set parking brake.

3. Lower mower to its lowest position.

4. Remove mandrel cover from mower deck.

5. Remove rear engine plate from unit.

6. Remove rear belt keeper from unit.

7. Carefully roll belt over the top of the mower blade mandrel.

Mower Drive Belt

Belt Keeper

Idler Pulleys

Mandrel

8. Remove belt from idler pulleys.

9. Check idler pulleys to see that they rotate freely.

10. Remove belt from rear drive pulley.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION Install in reverse order following instruc-

tions in "MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL" section.

TO CHECK BRAKE

If riding mower requires more than four (4) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced.

You may also check brake by:

1. Park riding mower on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/ brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake.

2. Place motion control lever in neutral position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the riding mower forward. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to be serviced. Contact a qualified service center.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the "INSTALL STEERING COLUMN" section of this manual.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL

1. Block up front axle securely.

2. Remove dust cover, retaining ring, and washer to allow wheel removal.

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

4. Replace washer and retaining ring securely in axle groove.

REAR WHEEL

1. Block up Rear axle securely.

2. Remove dust cover, retaining ring, washer, and square key while pulling tire off.

3. Repair tire and reassemble.

4. Replace square key while putting tire back on, then replace washer and retaining ring securely in axle groove.

Washer

Retaining Ring

Dust Cover

Square Key

(rear wheel only)

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and pre vent flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and use tire sealant from authorized service center. Tire sealant also pre vents tire dry rot and corrosion.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See engine manual.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to re move dirt and stub born dried gum fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOL ING AREAS

To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Ensure the cooling shrouds are re in stalled. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re moved will cause engine damage due to overheating.

CLEANING FRICTION SURFACES

To ensure proper drive performance keep the friction surfaces free from dirt, chaff and excess rubber at all times. Every 25 hours of operation, the friction surfaces need to be rubbed clean with isopropyl alcohol or other non-filming cleaner.

Engine Plate

Friction Disc

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam age.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PROD UCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual.

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with au to mo tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your riding mower unless the engine and transmission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your riding mower. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and trash from riding mower and mower.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS:

1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

3. Place deck clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

4. Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key.

5. Ensure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.

6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.

RIDING MOWER

TO REMOVE MOWER

1. Place deck clutch in “DISENGAGED" position.

2. Move mower height adjustment lift lever forward to low er mower to its lowest po si tion.

3. Remove mandrel cover.

4. Remove pins holding left and right front mower suspension arms in place.

5. Remove bolt holding deck front to rear leveling rod in place.

Deck Leveling Side to Side Rod Bolt

Mandrel Cover

6. Remove pin holding deck lift link arm in place.

7. Remove bolt holding deck side to side leveling rod in place.

8. Remove belt from around pulleys.

9. Slide deck out from under side of mower.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Install in reverse order following instructions

in "TO REMOVE MOWER" section.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while riding mower is parked on level ground or driveway. Ensure tires are properly inflated. If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure dis tance "A" from bot tom edge of mower to ground level at front corners of mower.

Bottom Edge of Mower to Ground

• To raise the right side of the mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut.

• To lower the right side of the mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after ad just ing.

Adjustment Nut

Turn nut left to raise mower

Turn nut right

to lower mower

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to

side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower

housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of riding mower. Measure dis tance “F” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

• To lower front of mower housing turn nuts “G” and “H” clockwise.

• When distance “F” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut “H” against trunnion on front link.

• To raise front of mower housing turn nuts “G” and “H” counter clockwise.

• When distance “F” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut “H” against trun nion on front link.

NOTE: Each full turn of "G" will change "F" by approximately about 3/8".

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Nut "H"

Front Leveling Rod Bolt

Mower Suspension Arm Pin

Trunnion

Deck Lift Link Pin

Nut "G"

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