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Model List:
- MC542 Material Collection System
- 1. Table of Contents
- 1.1. Introduction
- 1.1.1. Using Your Operators Manual
- 1.2. Product Identification
- 1.2.1. Product Compatibility
- 1.2.2. Record Identification Numbers
- 1.3. Safety Labels
- 1.3.1. Safety Label Location
- 1.3.2. Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
- 1.3.3. WARNING 1008665
- 1.3.4. WARNING 1008663
- 1.3.5. WARNING 1008666
- 1.3.6. CAUTION 1008667
- 1.3.7. CAUTION 1008658
- 1.3.7.1. READ OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE USE
- 1.3.8. WARNING 1008659
- 1.3.9. WARNING 1008660
- 1.3.10. DANGER 1008662
- 1.3.10.1. ROTATING BLADE
- 1.3.11. WARNING GX23479
- 1.3.11.1. Hot surface
- 1.3.12. Read Safety in Machine Operators Manual
- 1.3.13. Operating Safely
- 1.3.13.1. Before MCS removal or installation
- 1.3.13.2. Before backing up machine
- 1.3.13.3. Operate safely on slopes
- 1.3.13.4. Hose Maintenance
- 1.3.14. Parking Safely
- 1.3.15. Wear Appropriate Clothing
- 1.3.16. Protect Children
- 1.3.17. Towing Loads Safely
- 1.3.18. Protect Bystanders
- 1.3.19. Keep Riders Off Towed Attachment
- 1.3.20. Avoid Injury From Drawbar
- 1.3.21. Avoid Injury From Thrown Objects
- 1.3.22. Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades
- 1.3.23. Practice Safe Maintenance
- 1.3.24. Prevent Fires
- 1.3.25. Handling Fuel Safely
- 1.3.25.1. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling fuel. Fuel is extremely…
- 1.3.26. Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- 1.3.27. Using a Spark Arrestor
- 1.4. Assembly
- 1.4.1. Parts in Kit
- 1.4.1.1. MC542 Parts
- 1.4.1.2. Parts in Bag 1007266
- 1.4.1.3. Parts in Bag 1007267
- 1.4.1.4. Parts in Bag Z1820B
- 1.4.1.5. Parts in Bag Z1953
- 1.4.1.6. Boot Kit Parts
- 1.4.2. Prepare 17P Cart
- 1.4.3. Install Towbar
- 1.4.4. Install Blower Assembly
- 1.4.5. Install Canopy Frame
- 1.4.6. Install Canopy
- 1.4.7. Assemble Boot Kit 48C, 54C, 62C Mower Decks
- 1.4.8. Assemble Boot Kit 54HC Mower Deck
- 1.4.9. Assemble Boot Kit 60D and 60HC Mower Decks
- 1.4.10. Install Blower Hose
- 1.4.11. Add Engine Oil
- 1.4.12. Check Machine Safety System
- 1.5. Installing
- 1.5.1. Installing Deck Boot
- 1.5.1.1. Installing Deck Boot and Bracket 48C, 54C, and 62C Mower Decks
- 1.5.1.2. Installing Deck Boot and Bracket 54HC Mower Deck
- 1.5.1.3. Installing Deck Boot and Bracket 60D and 60HC Mower Decks
- 1.5.2. Installing MC542 with Cart on Machine
- 1.5.3. Seasonal Installation of MC542 on Cart
- 1.5.3.1. Installing Gas Spring
- 1.5.3.2. Installing Canopy and Frame
- 1.5.3.3. Installing Engine/Blower/Chute Assembly
- 1.6. Removing and Storing
- 1.6.1. Removing Deck Boot
- 1.6.1.1. Removing Deck Boot and Bracket 48C, 54C, and 62C Mower Decks
- 1.6.1.2. Removing Deck Boot and Bracket 54HC Mower Deck
- 1.6.1.3. Removing Deck Boot and Bracket 60D and 60HC Mower Decks
- 1.6.2. Seasonal Removal of MC542 from Cart
- 1.6.2.1. Removing Canopy and Frame
- 1.6.2.2. Removing Engine/Blower/Chute Assembly
- 1.6.2.3. Removing Gas Spring
- 1.6.3. Storing Attachment
- 1.7. Operating
- 1.7.1. Testing Safety Switches
- 1.7.2. Adding Fuel
- 1.7.3. Starting the Engine
- 1.7.4. Stopping the Engine
- 1.7.5. Using the MC542
- 1.7.6. Emptying the Cart
- 1.8. Service Intervals
- 1.8.1. Service Intervals
- 1.8.1.1. First 5 Hours
- 1.8.1.2. First 10 Hours
- 1.8.1.3. Every 8 hours or Daily
- 1.8.1.4. Every 25 Hours or Annually
- 1.8.1.5. Every 50 Hours or Annually
- 1.8.1.6. Annually
- 1.9. Service
- 1.9.1. Blower Impeller Service
- 1.9.1.1. Cleaning Impeller
- 1.9.1.2. Removing Impeller
- 1.9.1.3. Installing Impeller
- 1.9.2. Canopy and Cart Cleaning
- 1.10. Service Engine
- 1.10.1. Engine Emissions Information
- 1.10.1.1. Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- 1.10.1.2. Emission Control System Certification Label
- 1.10.2. Avoid Fumes
- 1.10.3. Using Proper Fuel and Stabilizer
- 1.10.4. Filling Fuel Tank
- 1.10.5. Engine Oil
- 1.10.5.1. The following John Deere oils are preferred
- 1.10.5.2. Other oils may be used if above John Deere oils are not available, provided they meet the followi…
- 1.10.6. Checking Engine Oil Level
- 1.10.7. Changing Engine Oil
- 1.10.8. Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements
- 1.10.9. Checking Spark Plug
- 1.10.10. Adjusting Carburetor
- 1.10.11. Replacing Fuel Filter
- 1.11. Troubleshooting
- 1.11.1. Using Troubleshooting Chart
- 1.12. Specifications
- 1.12.1. MC542 Specifications with 17P Cart
- 1.12.2. Capacities
- 1.12.3. Recommended Lubricants
- 1.13. Warranty
- 1.13.1. Product Warranty
- 1.13.2. Emission Control System Certification Label
- 1.13.3. California and U.S. EPA, and Briggs Stratton Corporation Emissions Control Warranty Statement Y…
- 1.14. Getting Quality Service
- 1.14.1. John Deere Quality Continues with Quality Service






