White Outdoor LT942H User Manual

Operator’s Manual
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO.
770-10314E.fm
(12/3/2004)
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully
Hydrostatic
Model LT942H & LT946H
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the
above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
MTD LLC, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019
Lawn Tractor
(13A4616G790) & (13A4616H790)

White Outdoor LT942H Specifications

General

Cylinders	1
Fuel Tank Capacity	1.5 gal
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic
Drive	2WD
Cutting Width	42 in
Blades	2
Cutting Height Range	1.5-4 in
Deck Material	Steel
Speed Range	0-5.5 mph
Engine Type	Briggs & Stratton
Weight	500 lb

Summary

Section 1: Important Safe Operation Practices

General Operation and Safety

Read and follow all instructions for safe assembly and operation of the machine.

Slope Operation Safety

Exercise extreme caution on slopes to prevent loss of control and tip-over accidents.

Children Safety

Keep children away from the mower area and never carry them on the machine.

Towing and Gasoline Safety

Section 3: Tractor Set-Up

Attaching Battery Cables

Filling Gas and Oil

Fill fuel tank and check engine oil level before operating the tractor.

Section 4: Operation

Know the Controls

Learn the location and purpose of all controls for proper machine operation.

Control Levers and Pedals

Understand how to operate throttle, choke, brake, drive, and PTO controls for safe use.

Ignition Switch and Indicators

Tractor Features and Safety Interlocks

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Follow steps for starting, stopping, and using reverse caution mode.

Section 5: Making Adjustments

Parking Brake Adjustment

Steering Adjustment

Deck Leveling

Level cutting deck front-to-rear and side-to-side for consistent mowing height.

Section 6: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

Lubrication

Engine Oil

Check and change engine oil as per manual instructions.

Air Cleaner Service

Section 7: Service

Cutting Deck Service

Belt Service

Section 8: Troubleshooting