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MODEL NO. MC16H38ST (96011013201)
16.0 HP 38 Inch
Lawn Tractor
McCulloch
www.mcculloch.biz
402808 Rev. 1 07.11.06 VB/TR
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. � Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before WARNING: In order to prevent ac- cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or ci den tal starting when setting up, unclogging
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to � Never operate machine in a closed are. � Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that is in safe working condition. � Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw the
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu factured to giv e you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 1.25 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) department. We have com pe tent, well-trained tech ni cians
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Battery Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Keps Nut 1/4-20 Steering Wheel Steering Adapter Extension Shaft (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Keys Slope Sheet (1) Large Flat Washer (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 5
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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. Stan dard INSERT wrench sizes are listed. 5/16 HEX (2) 1/2" wrench Pliers BOLT (2) 9/16" wrenches Tire pr
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ASSEMBLY DISCARD TER MI NAL PROTECTIVE CAPS SEAT SHOULDER BOLT KEPS TERMINAL NUT HEX BOLT COVER SEAT PAN 02604 NEGATIVE (BLACK) POSITIVE (RED) CABLE CABLE FIG. 3 SEAT PAN FLAT WASHER LABEL 02464 ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIG. 2 02602 CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 3 and 4) FIG. 4 CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the nals by allowing a wrench or any other tractor from the skid. object
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ASSEMBLY � Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion en gaged" ✓CHE CKLIST po si tion (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Op er a tion section BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- of this manual). TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE � Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS pedal and set the parking brake. QUALITY PRODUCT. � Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: �
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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 HIGH LOW FAST SLOW IGNITION NEUTRAL CHOKE P LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF LOCKED UNLOCKED FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD OVER TEMP MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAF
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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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. AT TACHMENT LIGHT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE/CHOKE ATTACHMENT CONTROL LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE MOTION FREE WHEEL CONTROL CONTROL LEV
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while op- erating your tractor or per forming an y adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD). TO SET PAR
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OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 5 and 8) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheel ing the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged po si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally of
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OPERATION WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above) ADD GASOLINE � When engine starts, move the throttle control to the � Fill fuel tank to bottom of fi ller neck. Do not overfi ll. fast position. Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a � The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce and allow it to warm
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OPERATION � If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement reduce load and possible fi re hazard from dried clip- of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic pings . Make fi rst cut relatively high; the second to the drive system. desired height. � Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut- � Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug off engine and set parking brake. mower and lea
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air Filter N 2 G Clean Air
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02544 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing any main- ASSEMBLY. te nance. � Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). BRAKE OPERATION IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED. If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved MANDREL BLADE ASSEMBLY surface, then brake must be c
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MAINTENANCE BATTERY SAE VISCOSITY GRADES Y our tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient SAE 30 for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. 5W-30 � Keep battery and terminals clean. F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 � Keep battery bolts tight. C -20 0 10 -30 -10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE � Keep small vent holes open. � Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. FIG. 12 NOT
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MAINTENANCE � Refi ll engine with oil through oil fi ll dipstick tube. Pour IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) slowly. Do not overfi ll. For approximate capacity see The fuel fi lter should be replaced once each season. If fuel “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man- fi lter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bure tor, u al. re place ment is re quired. � Use gauge on oil fi ll cap/dipstick for checking level. � With engine cool, remove fi lter and plug fuel line se
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: � Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. � Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. � Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. � Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. � Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. � Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS � To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING on both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground an equal number of turns. The two front links must or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See remain equal in length. “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If � When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tires are over or u
