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MODEL NO. MC1136 (MC1136B)
11 HP 36 Inch
Lawn Tractor
532 19 38-89 Rev. 1 9.15.04 RD
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 GENERAL SERVICE III. CHILDREN 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 is in safe working condition. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw th
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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 Gasoline Capacity 1.25 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. 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 an
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer 1/2 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot Steering (1) Bolt Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Keys Slope Sheet (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 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. 1/2 HEX NUT (2) 7/16" wrenches Pliers (1) 3/4" wrench Tire pressure
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ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) SEAT PAN Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. LABEL Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and fl at washer se curing seat to cardboard pac king and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack- ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan. 02602 Push down on s
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓CHE CKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RE CEIVE THE for best cutting performance. BEST PER FORM ANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT QUALITY PR ODUCT. SPEC I FI CATIONS” section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE P ENGINESTART LIGHTSON ENGINEON PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE ENGINEOFF LOCKED UNLOCKED OILPRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVERTEMP FUEL FORWARD MOWERHEIGHT MOWERLIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPEHAZARDS CLUTCHENGAGED DANGER,KEEPHANDS KEEPAREACLEAR CLUTCHDISENGAGED ANDFEETAWAY (SEESAFETYRULESSECTION) DANG
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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. ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT POSITIONS PARKING BRAKE GEARSHIFT LEVER 02629 FIG. 4 Our tractors conform to the
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01995 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 operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. 00155 IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD).
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01994 OPERATION To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) clutch/brake pedal. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing Make all turns slowly. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged T O TRANSPORT will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment positioned in the seat to p
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which is attached to tractor. leads to sep a ration and f orma tion of acids during stor- Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine formance . See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel Servic
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maint_sch-tractore.new1 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCESCHEDULE 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
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any main- EDGE UP te nance. CEN TER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION 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 surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. LOCK WASHER TIRES STAR Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). FLAT WASHER BLADE Keep tires free of gasolin
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MAINTENANCE Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least BATTERY once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one Y our tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient year. for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine with an automotive charger will extend its life. and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fi ll Keep battery and terminals clean. cap/dipstick se
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02698 00667 MAINTENANCE AIR SCREEN MUFFLER CLEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs fi rst. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. 02744 IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) The fuel fi lter should be repla
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38 42 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift 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
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01156 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide col- FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) lar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring. IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT -TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY , Place fl at washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt BE SURE TO AD JUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUAL LY SO and secure with small retainer spring. MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.
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38 42 02472 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 21) (See Fig. 20) Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. 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 BELT REMOVAL - surface
