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McCulloch LTH2038R Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
LTH2038R
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.
532 44 85-55 Rev. 3
Please read this manual carefully and make sure you
English
understand the instructions before using the machine.

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual LTH2038R 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. 532 44 85-55 Rev. 3 Please read this manual carefully and make sure you English understand the instructions before using the machine.

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: 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. II. GENERAL OPERATION WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal •...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. SLOPE OPERATION • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. • Allow engine to cool before refueling. WARNING! When loading or unloading • Never fuel the machine indoors. this machine, do not exceed the maximum •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 1.5 Gallons/5,68 L and type: Regular Unleaded Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service Power Rating: 14,0 kW@3300 RPM...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Lock Washer Steering (1) Large Wheel Insert Flat Washer Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt Steering Steering Boot Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Shaft Seat *Installed by Dealer *Brush Guard Kit Washer Battery (1) Seat Hex Bolt (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps Slope Sheet...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    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 ensure proper tightness.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL HOOD SCOOP (See Fig. 5) INSTALL SEAT (See Figs. 3 & 4) • Remove bolt and flat washer se cur ing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. •...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECK TIRE PRESSURE CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE for best cutting performance. WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS •...

  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE ENGINE ENGINE DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH/ PARKING MOWER MOWER START LOCK BRAKE PEDAL BRAKE HEIGHT LIFT...
  • Page 10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS 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. Fig. 6 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 11 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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. (See Fig.10) • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the JUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in the Operation forward and reverse drive pedals.
  • Page 13 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down ROS "ON" ENGINE "ON" POSITION hills.
  • Page 14 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 15 OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • DO NOT use tire chains when the mower hous ing is CAUTION: Never engage or disengage free- attached to tractor. wheel lever while the engine is run ning. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance.

  • Page 16: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate ck Transaxle Cooling...

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- proved by the manufacturer of your tractor.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 19 & 20) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours Determine temperature range expected before oil change. of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. ad just able.
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 21) CLEANING (See Fig. 23) Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over- matter.
  • Page 20 MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 24) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. • Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach.

  • Page 21: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 33 & 34) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8"...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 35) (See Fig. 36) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 37) TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - • Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE • Block up axle securely. (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow short against tractor chassis.
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. REMOVAL/RE PLACE MENT • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. Should your transmission require removal for service or • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely re place ment, it should be purged after reinstallation and back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

  • Page 27: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ run when operator department. leaves seat with attachment clutch CAUTION: DO NOT operate machine until engaged problem is corrected.
  • Page 31 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 32 05/23/2014 BD...

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