John Deere MC542 Material Collection System Operator Manual OMM163154

Description

• 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