Massey Ferguson MF 14 & MF 16 Lawn and Garden Tractors Operator's Manual

Massey Ferguson MF 14 & MF 16 Lawn and Garden Tractor Operator’s Manual

Approximately 48 Pages

This Manual is available in: Digital Download (PDF)

This Massey Ferguson MF 14 and MF 16 Lawn & Garden Tractor Operator’s Manual is the factory-issued guide covering operation, mower setup, lubrication, servicing, adjustments, troubleshooting, and complete tractor specifications.

Designed for homeowners, collectors, and small-acreage operators, this manual explains how to properly operate and maintain both the MF 14 and MF 16 garden tractors. It includes detailed instructions for Hydro-Speed controls, PTO operation, rotary mower installation, 3-point hitch hydraulic lift systems, and routine maintenance procedures.

If you are restoring one of these classic Massey Ferguson lawn tractors or still using one for mowing and light property work, this manual will help you keep it running safely and correctly.

Manual Contents

Introduction & Setup

• Introduction
• Assembly and pre-delivery instructions
• Identification plates
• Fuel recommendations

Controls

• Throttle and choke controls
• Ammeter and ignition switch
• PTO switch
• Hood latch
• Implement lift
• Hydra-Speed lever
• Hi-Lo shift lever
• Neutral return brake
• Parking brake latch
• Seat adjustment

Tractor Operation

• Pre-starting inspection
• Operating tips
• Starting and stopping the engine
• Driving the tractor
• Travel speeds
• Moving by hand
• Attaching implements
• Tractor storage and removal from storage

Rotary Mower

• Mower operation
• Installation
• Preparing tractor and mower
• Attaching and detaching
• Mower adjustments and leveling
• Mower drive belt tension and replacement
• Replacing blades
• Mower storage procedures

Lubrication

• Tractor lubrication schedule
• Mower lubrication points

Tractor Maintenance

• Battery service
• Air cleaner maintenance
• Tires and wheels
• Fuel filter service
• Cooling system care

Servicing & Adjustments

• Spark plug and breaker points
• Engine cylinder head bolts
• Carburetor adjustment
• Governor adjustment
• Transmission test
• Parking brake test and adjustment
• Hydra-Speed lever adjustment
• Control rod adjustment
• Toe-in adjustment
• Wiring
• Trouble-shooting (engine and power train)

Hydraulics & Specifications

• 3-point hitch hydraulic lift system
• Complete factory specifications

Frequently Asked Questions