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McCulloch MC30 Owner's Manual

30" riding mower, side discharge, electric start
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Owner's Manual
30" RIDING MOWER
SIDE DISCHARGE
ELECTRIC START
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.
532 44 18-76
www.mcculloch.biz
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
op er at ing this equipment.
Patents Pending

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  • Page 1 ELECTRIC START www.mcculloch.biz Catalog No. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety MC30 Rules and Instructions before op er at ing this equipment. Patents Pending 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ..........2 Maintenance ......... 18 Safety Rules ........... 3 Service and Adjustments ...... 22 Product Specifications ......6 Storage ..........26 Assembly/Pre-Operation ......7 Troubleshooting ........27 Operation ..........11 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 mate-...

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    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. • Never direct discharged material toward WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci- anyone.
  • Page 4 SAFETY RULES II. SLOPE OPERATION III. CHILDREN Slopes are a major factor related to loss of Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is control and tip-over accidents, which can not alert to the presence of children. Children result in severe injury or death. Operation are often attracted to the machine and the on all slopes requires extra caution.
  • Page 5 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.

  • Page 6: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 1.5 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in main tain- and Type: Unleaded Regular ing, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) •...

  • Page 7: Assembly/Pre-Operation

    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.
  • Page 8 INSTALL SEAT LUMBAR SUPPORT - 1. Remove bolt and flat washer se cur ing • Loosen lumbar adjustment knob. seat to cardboard packing and set aside • Slide seat back up or down to most com- for as sem bly of seat to riding mower. fortable position for lower back support.
  • Page 9 TO ATTACH FRONT BUMPER CHECK TIRE PRESSURE NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish The tires on your riding mower were overin- to obtain the assistance of another person flated at the factory for shipping purposes. for mounting bumper to riding mower. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.
  • Page 10 ✓ CHECKLIST Before you operate your new riding mower, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Qual- ity Product. Please review the following checklist: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. ✓...

  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your riding mower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE REVERSE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF OPERATION LOCKED...
  • Page 12 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 "ON"...
  • Page 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.
  • Page 14 TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL • The average lawn should be cut to ap- proximately 2-1/2" during the cool season Always operate engine at full speed (fast). and to over 3" during hot months. For • Operating engine at less than full speed healthier and better looking lawns, mow (fast) reduces engine's operating efficiency.
  • Page 15 REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Hinge Bracket Your riding mower is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direc- tion with the deck clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON"...
  • Page 16 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take The engine in your riding mower has been extra cranking time to move fuel from the shipped, from the factory, already filled with tank to the engine.
  • Page 17 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.

  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE 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 Blade Clean Battery and Terminals Lubricate Axles and Spindles Clean Friction Surfaces Check Mower Levelness...
  • Page 19 RIDING MOWER CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance. • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the BRAKE OPERATION deck clutch lever engaged, any attempt by If riding mower requires more than four (4) the operator to shift into reverse should feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear...
  • Page 20 BATTERY TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Your riding mower has a battery charging Determine temperature range expected sys tem which is suf fi cient for normal use. before oil change. All oil must meet API • Keep battery and connectors clean. service classification SG-SL.
  • Page 21 AIR FILTER MUFFLER Your engine will not run properly using a Inspect and replace corroded muffler and dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create under dusty conditions. See engine manual. a fire hazard and/or dam age. SPARK PLUG(S) CLEAN AIR SCREEN Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of...

  • Page 22: Service And Adjustments

    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.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT Adjust the mower while riding mower is IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to parked on level ground or driveway. Ensure side. tires are properly inflated. If tires are over or To obtain the best cutting results, the mower underinflated, you will not properly adjust housing should be adjusted so that the front your mower.
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL BELT ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (left to right) when wheels are positioned 1. Park riding mower on a level surface. straight forward, remove steering wheel 2.
  • Page 25 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your BAT TERY riding mower to run poorly, stop running, or CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gen er- prevent it from starting. ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, flame •...

  • Page 26: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your riding mower for • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine stor age at the end of the season or if the and letting it run until the fuel lines and riding mower will not be used for 30 days carburetor are empty.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to service center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter. Water in fuel.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to service center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to Faulty operator-safety presence Check wiring, switches and control system. connections. If not corrected, run when operator Contact a qualified service center.

  • Page 29: Repair Parts

    RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 SCHEMATIC SCH24 BATTERY STARTER FUSE WHITE CLUTCH / BRAKE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (PEDAL UP) (CLUTCH OFF) BLACK BLACK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK BLACK GRAY GRAY REVERSE SWITCH NOT IN REVERSE...
  • Page 30 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 ELECTRICAL LRV2...
  • Page 31 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 43 65-51 BATTERY 532 19 33-50 SWITCH, IGN, DLTA, P-IN, ROS 532 41 19-33 KEY/CHAIN 532 10 95-53 SWITCH, INTLK,CL, MWR, GRY 532 17 61-38...
  • Page 32 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 CHASSIS 77 76 LRV-B_Chassis_5...
  • Page 33 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 CHASSIS KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 43 61-76 WELDMENT, CHASSIS 532 44 20-68 CONSOLE CENTER 532 18 01-66 BRACKET, SEAT CUPHOLDER 532 43 61-77 PLATE, ENGINE 532 43 78-57...
  • Page 34 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 DRIVE 101 102 73 75 13 14 20 17 37 54 66 67 LRV-B_Drive_1_r1...
  • Page 35 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 44 20-79 WHEEL ASM (REAR) 532 43 57-27 COVER CLUTCH 532 12 17-48 WASHER, 16 GA. 532 41 15-55 GRIP LEVER...
  • Page 36 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 STEERING LRV-B_Steering_3...
  • Page 37 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 STEERING KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 44 20-64 WHEEL TUBE 812 00 00-01 E-CLIP 532 18 89-67 WASHER, HARDENED 532 12 17-49 WASHER, 1/4 X 3/4 532 43 61-81 SPINDLE, RH...
  • Page 38 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 MOWER DECK 63 62 LRV-B_Deck_2_r1...
  • Page 39 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 MOWER DECK KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 43 68-48 DECK 532 19 28-70 MANDREL ASM 532 43 68-56 KEEPER, BELT 532 43 68-55 PULLEY, MANDREL 532 44 15-97 BELT 532 43 68-63...
  • Page 40 RIDING MOWER MODEL NUMBER MC30 (96022001300) PRODUCT NUMBER 960 22 00-13 DECALS KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 43 79-66 DECAL, STEERING WHEEL 532 44 14-97 DECAL, V-BELT SCH 30" 532 42 51-12 DECAL, WARN. DEFLECT/CTFGR 532 44 14-06 DECAL, DECK 532 40 88-07 DECAL, ENGINE H.P .
  • Page 42 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 44 01.24.11 TH Printed in the U.S.A. www.mcculloch.biz...

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