McCulloch MOWCART 66 User Manual

MOWCART 66
584 84 86-27 Rev. 3
English
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.
Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions
before using the machine.

McCulloch MOWCART 66 Specifications

General

Cutting Width	66 cm
Cutting Height Range	38-102 mm
Transmission Type	Manual
Engine Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton
Collector Volume	150 liters

Summary

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION

Instructions for safe and proper operation of the riding mower.

SLOPE OPERATION

Guidelines for safe operation on slopes to prevent tip-over accidents.

CHILDREN

Safety precautions regarding children around the riding mower.

TOWING

Guidelines and safety precautions for towing attachments.

SERVICE

Safety precautions for handling gasoline and general service.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

List of tools needed for assembling the riding mower.

TO REMOVE RIDING MOWER FROM CARTON

Instructions on how to unpack the riding mower from its shipping carton.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR RIDING MOWER

Step-by-step guide for setting up the riding mower, including steering and seat installation.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Instructions for checking and adjusting tire pressure for optimal performance.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

Guidance on ensuring the mower deck is properly leveled for best cutting results.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITON OF MOWER DRIVE BELT

Verification of the correct routing of the mower drive belt.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Procedure to check if the brake system is operating correctly.

CHECKLIST

Pre-operation checklist to ensure the riding mower is ready and safe to use.

OPERATION

SYMBOLS EXPLANATION

Explanation of various symbols used on the riding mower and in its literature.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL EXPLANATION

Explanation of danger, warning, and caution symbols and their meanings.

KNOW YOUR RIDING MOWER

Familiarization with the location and function of riding mower controls and adjustments.

HOW TO USE YOUR RIDING MOWER

Detailed instructions on operating the riding mower, including setting the parking brake.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

Guidance on controlling the direction and speed of the riding mower.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

Instructions for adjusting the mower deck to the desired cutting height.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Information on operating the mower, including operator presence sensing.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

Safety warnings and procedures for operating the mower on slopes.

TO TRANSPORT

Instructions for preparing the mower for pushing or towing.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Explanation of the Reverse Operation System and its usage.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Steps to take before starting the engine, including checking the oil level.

ADD GASOLINE

Safe procedures for adding gasoline to the fuel tank.

TO START ENGINE

Step-by-step instructions for starting the riding mower engine.

MOWING TIPS

Practical advice for achieving the best mowing performance and quality.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A schedule detailing maintenance tasks and their frequency.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

General advice and recommendations for maintaining the riding mower.

BEFORE EACH USE

A checklist of essential checks to perform before each use of the mower.

RIDING MOWER

Safety rules and specific maintenance points for the riding mower itself.

BRAKE OPERATION

Details on checking and adjusting the brake operation for safe stopping.

TIRES

Information on maintaining proper tire pressure and avoiding tire damage.

AXLE AND SPINDLES

Lubrication guidelines for front wheel axles and spindles.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Ensuring operator presence and ROS systems are functioning correctly.

BLADE CARE

Guidelines for blade maintenance, replacement, and installation.

BATTERY

Information on battery care, charging, and maintenance-free operation.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Ensuring proper cooling for the transaxle by keeping it clean.

V-BELT

Instructions for checking and replacing the V-belt.

ENGINE LUBRICATION

Guidance on selecting and checking engine oil viscosity and levels.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Step-by-step instructions for draining and refilling engine oil.

AIR FILTER

Procedure for cleaning or replacing the air filter for optimal engine performance.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Instructions for cleaning the air screen to prevent overheating.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

Ensuring proper engine cooling by cleaning external surfaces and fins.

MUFFLER

Inspection and replacement of the muffler and spark arrester.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Guidance on replacing spark plugs for seasonal maintenance.

CLEANING

General cleaning procedures for the riding mower and its components.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS

Crucial safety precautions to take before performing any service or adjustments on the mower.

RIDING MOWER

General safety points for servicing the riding mower.

TO REMOVE MOWER

Step-by-step instructions for removing the mower deck from the tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Instructions for installing the mower deck, which are reverse of removal.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Detailed instructions for adjusting the mower deck levelness.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for adjusting the mower deck for side-to-side levelness.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for adjusting the mower deck for front-to-back levelness.

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

Steps for removing and installing the mower drive belt.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Instructions for adjusting the brake system if stopping distance is excessive.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Procedure for adjusting steering wheel alignment if it's not horizontal.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

Instructions for removing front and rear wheels for repair.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

Guidance on starting the engine when the battery is weak.

REPLACING BATTERY

Safety precautions and steps for replacing the mower battery.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Checking wiring for proper function of interlocks and relays.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Instructions for replacing the mower's fuse.

ENGINE

Information on engine speed, carburetor, and governor adjustments.

STORAGE

MOWER

Instructions for preparing and storing the riding mower.

BATTERY

Guidance on fully charging the battery for storage.

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM

Preventing fuel system issues during storage, including gum deposits.

ENGINE OIL

Instructions for draining and replacing engine oil for storage.

CYLINDER(S)

Procedure for oiling cylinders before storing the mower.

OTHER

Additional tips for storing the riding mower and related items.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

Will not start

Common causes and corrections for the engine not starting.

Hard to start

Causes and solutions for the engine being difficult to start.

Engine will not turn over

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine fails to turn over.

Engine clicks but will not start

Diagnosing issues when the engine only clicks and doesn't start.

Loss of power

Identifying and resolving causes for a loss of engine power.

Excessive vibration

Troubleshooting causes of excessive vibration during operation.

Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment engaged

Resolving the issue of the engine continuing to run when the operator leaves the seat.

Poor cut - uneven cutting

Diagnosing and fixing causes of uneven or poor cutting performance.

Mower blade will not rotate

Troubleshooting reasons why the mower blade is not rotating.

Poor grass discharge

Identifying and correcting issues related to poor grass discharge.

Battery will not charge

Troubleshooting causes for the battery not charging.

Loss of drive

Diagnosing and resolving issues with the mower's drive system.

Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse

Troubleshooting why the engine dies when shifting into reverse.