Murray Models 22" User's Manual
Contents
1. Read understand and follow all instruc tions on the machine and in the manual s Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the mower before starting Do not put hands or feet near or under rotat ing parts Keep clear of the discharge open ing at all times Only allow responsible individuals who are familiar with the instructions to operate the mower Thoroughly inspect the mower and area where the equipment is to be used Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire bones sticks etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people be fore mowing Stop mower if anyone enters the area Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals Always wear sub stantial foot wear Do not pull mower backwards unless abso lutely necessary Look down and behind be fore and while moving backwards Do not operate the mower without proper guards plates grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place See manufacturer s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer Stop the blade s when crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stop the engine motor whenever you leave the equipment before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute Shut the engine motor off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before re moving grass catcher Mow2. 503 692 0330 1 800 882 4782 Alaska Idaho counties Ada Adams Benewah Boise Bonner Boundry Canyon Clearwater Elmore Gem Idaho Kooten Latah Lewis NEZ Perce Owyee Payette Ravalli Shoshone Valley Washington Montana counties Flathead Lake Lincoln Mineral Missoulo Ravalli Sanders Oregon Washington CPT CANADA POWER TECHNOLOGY LIMITED 161 Watline Avenue Mississauga Ontario L4Z 1P2 905 890 6900 1 800 861 9559 101 10411 178 Street Edmonton Alberta T5S 1R5 780 453 5791 1 800 861 9559 234 Migneron Street Ville St Laurent Quebec HAT 1Y7 514 731 3559 1 800 861 9559 Canada F 030406L
3. Remove the mower from the carton 2 Put the lower handle in the operating posi tion Make sure the lower handle is be tween the locking tabs Figure 1 3 Put the upper handle in the operating Recoil Start position Tighten the wingnuts S Grip CAUTION Be careful when you fold or raise the handle Do not damage the cables A cable that is bent will not work correctly Before you use the unit re place a bent or damaged cable 4 To attach the recoil start grip to the rope guide twist the rope through the rope guide mounted on the right side of the han dle Figure 2 NOTE If you cannot attach the recoil start grip because the rope is too short hold the engine stop lever against the handle Slowly pull the recoil start grip Rear Wheels Hi Wheel Models With Axle Knobs 1 Remove the washers and axle knobs from the axle bolts Figure 3 2 Mount the rear wheels onto the axle bolts and fasten with the washers and axle knobs Figure 3 F 030406L 11 Lower Handle aR Bracket Figure 5 HIGH Position Handle Bracket lt o gt Figure 6 LOW Position Handle Bracket PREPARATION HOW TO ADJUST THE HANDLE HEIGHT The handle bracket has two assembly posi tions A HIGH and a LOW position Figure 4 The HIGH position will raise the handle ap proximately four inches 1 Remove the wingnuts and bolts from the right and left handle brackets Figure 5 2 To rais
4. enclosed area TTET PILY ily Getting a new mower can be a big event for a family Let family members satisfy their curios ity about the mower and at the same time tell them about its dangers Remember a mower is not a toy and is not for use by children or any one lacking in age strength or experience As with any power equipment a mower can be dangerous if not assembled misused or not properly maintained The most important rule Is to always use good judgement and common sense Your mower will cut thick grass and heavy plant stems with ease Fingers and toes are no more resistant to the mower s blade Many people are injured because they forgot and reached into the discharge chute Always treat your lawn mower as if the blade is rotating Never perform any service or try to make any adjustment except carburetor while the en gine is running Use only accessories suited for your mower Use of improper accessories can reduce the safety designed into both the mower and the accessory it can even damage the unit Read and follow the instructions which come with the accessory and the mower bruises or even put out an eye Often the per son hurt by a thrown object is a bystander such as a child another family member or a neigh bor Keep people and pets completely away from the mowing area Direct the mower s dis charge away from areas where people can be Planning your mowing pattern has a double benefit
5. instructions Inspect the unit A Make sure that the operator of the unit knows how to correctly use all standard and accessory equipment Operate the unit only with guards shields and other safety items in place and working correctly Correctly adjust the unit Service the unit only with authorized or approved replacement parts 5 4 8 Complete all maintenance on the unit A WARNING A Engine Exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro ductive harm Battery posts terminals and related accesso ries contain lead and lead compounds chemi cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING F 030406L 3 IMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk Behind Mowers This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to ob serve the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death tion which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine safely Never operate mower in wet grass Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run Disengage the self propelled mechanism or drive clutch on mowers so equipped be fore starting the engine motor If the equipment should start to v
6. must 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 must be main tained in effective working order by the op erator In the State of California the above is re quired by law Section 4442 of the Califor nia Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands See an Authorized Ser vice Center for a spark arrester for the muffler FINAL ASSEMBLY Before you use the mower check the assem bly of the wheels the handle and the controls Make sure all the fasteners are tight Make sure the throttle control and the engine stop le ver work correctly F 030406L PREPARATION MODELS WITH OPTIONAL MULCHER PLATE 2 Align the mulcher plate with the side dis charge opening Make sure that the two alignment bumps are inside of the open ing 3 Mount the tab on the top of the mulcher plate to the inside of the mower housing Mount the tab on the bottom of the mul cher plate to the inside of the mower housing Figure 10 Chute Deflector Mulcher Plate Figure 10 5 Lower the chute deflector e Keep a sharp edge on the blade A blade that is not sharp will cause the ends of the grass to become brown e Clean the underside of the mower housing Grass and other debris can ke
7. pour gasoline into a engine that is hot or running AFTER MOWING Always let the mower cool before storing in an enclosed area Foreign material on the mower is dangerous Clean off grass leaves grease and oil before storing Tighten all loose nuts bolts and screws before you use the unit Empty and clean any grass catcher or other accessory Remove the key or disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent unauthorized use Make sure the mower is not kept near a source of ignition Gas fumes can cause an explosion Only original parts or factory approved substitutes can be used to service the mower When storing the mower for an extended period remove the fuel from the fuel tank Instruct children to leave the mower alone It is not a toy Never keep gasoline near a source of ignition Always use an approved container Keep gasoline away from children Lubricate according to the Instruction Book See Lubrication IMPORTANT Read the Instruction Book Keep this book for future use and reference safety precautions It means Attention Become WARNING Look for this symbol to point out important Alert Your Safety Is Involved F 030406L 10 PREPARATION UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS The mower was fully assembled at the factory When the mower was put in the carton the handle was put in the storage position To put the handle in the operating position follow the steps below Locking Tabs Handle Handle Bracket 1
8. which are not due to any de fect in material or workmanship For assistance in making such adjustments consult your Instruction Book To make a claim under this Murray Inc Two 2 Year Limited Warranty return the unit or if authorized in advance the defective part along with your proof of purchase to an Autho rized Service Center near you To locate the nearest Authorized Service Center call the Central Parts Distributor for your area shown in the list provided with your unit or check the Yellow Page listings in your local telephone directory If you return the entire unit we will repair the unit If we authorize the return of the defective part only we will either replace or repair the part In the case of a defect in a transmission or differential as distinguished from a transaxle the entire transmission or differential must be returned since they do not in clude user serviceable parts This Murray Inc Two 2 Year Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This Limited Warranty is given in lieu of all other expressed and implied warranties including the implied warranty of merchantability and warranty of fitness for a particular purpose If you need addi tional information on this written warranty or assistance in obtaining service call or write to the address below The model number along with the CUSTOMER CARE Center 1 800 number is on the Model Number Nam
9. 22 INSTRUCTION BOOK Front Drive This Instruction Book contains information for several models Read and keep this book for future reference This book contains important information on SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PRODUCT INFORMATION The owner must be certain that all the product information is included with the unit This information includes the INSTRUCTION BOOKS the REPLACEMENT PARTS and the WARRANTIES This information must be included to make sure state laws and other laws are followed RECORD THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR UNIT THIS INFORMATION IS NECESSARY WHEN ORDERING PARTS OR IN CASE OF LOSS OR THEFT WHERE PURCHASED DATE PURCHASED Month Day Year Pa MODEL NO DATE OF MANUFACTURE LISA F 030406L MURRAY INC Two Year Limited Warranty Murray Inc warrants to the original purchaser that this unit shall be free from defects in ma terial and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of Two 2 Years from the date of purchase however this warranty does not cover engines accessories Such as snow blowers snow blades grass baggers and plows transmissions batteries and Nor mal Wear Parts except as noted below or transaxles as the companies that manufacture these items furnish their own warranties and provide service through their authorized field service facilities For additional information see the warranties covering these particular parts If y
10. 7 20 15x116 21 1101182 22 672835 23 672841 24 672879E701 25 1101353 6 26x220 7 71372 28 2x77 DESCRIPTION Handle Upper Black Handle Upper Gray Handle Lower Black Handle Lower Gray Bolt Control Drive Locknut Cable Stop Cable Stop Cable Stop Lever Stop Fastener Cable Screw Tie Cable Bolt KEY NO 10 11 12 Used on Briggs amp Stratton Quantium engines Used on Tecumseh engines Used on Briggs 8 Stratton Classic Sprint amp Quattro Q Style and QS Style engines 23 F 030406L MODELS WITH STANDARD WHEELS F 030406L 24 MODELS WITH STANDARD WHEELS KEY KEY NO DESCRIPTION PART NO NO DESCRIPTION PART NO 1 Engine 35 Idler Backside 71778 2 Housing 776023 36 Locknut 15x43 3 Height Adjuster Left Rear 1 37 Bearing 71793 4 Knob 71495 38 Spring 166x45 5 WheelandTire Rear 39 Spacer 71789 6 Locknut Flange 15x84 40 Arm Pivot 1101121 Z 7 Bolt Carriage 2x81 41 Spacer 71788 9 Bolt Engine 25x11 42 Pulley Idler 71779 10 Nut 15x68 43 Bolt Shoulder 9x50 11 Height Adjuster Left Front 672643 44 Belt Briggs 8 Stratton 37x100 12 Washer Belleville 17x137 Belt Tecumseh 37x101 13 Washer 17x124 45 Washer 17x186 14 Bolt Hex 1x153 46 Ring Retainer 11x16 15 Blade Side Discharge 42225E701 7 Gear Pinion 71792 Blade Mulcher 1101120E701 48 Pulley 71791 16 Adapter Blade 672503 49 Pin Drive 43629 17 Height Adjuster Right F
11. It can reduce chances of an injury and make the clean up after mowing easier Are there ditches walls or major in clines in the area to be cut Plan the mowing pattern to avoid such danger areas In clines and rough ter rain must be mowed carefully and some areas must not be cut with a mower at all With walk behind equipment mow across the incline so that if you or the mow er slip you won t run into each other Never mow slopes greater than 15 degrees See the Guide in the back of this Instruction Book to check any slopes Ready to start cutting Not yet Be sure the mower has been fully assembled according to directions in the Instruction Book Even if as sembly was done by a lawn and garden shop or the store where the unit was purchased It must be checked Are all nuts bolts and screws tight Does the engine have oil These items must be checked periodically throughout the life of the mower Your mower has a gasoline engine Gas is dangerous Store fuel only in a approved gas container Do not store large amounts of gas Put out all cigarettes pipes and cigars before working with gasoline Store fuel and the mow er itself in a well ventilated area away from any possible source of ignition such a pilot light on a furnace If the mower is to be stored for an ex tended time remove the gas from the tank This minimizes the chance of a fire and keeps the tank clear of deposits and old gasoline thus improv
12. and on the unit Make sure any one who uses the unit has read the instructions and has been told how to operate the mower safely Your mower is designed to provide good ser vice and durability in normal residential cut ting If the mower is not properly serviced and maintained or used on unsuitable terrain or in conditions not suitable for mowing product performance and safety will be reduced Proper attire is an important part of safe mow ing Safety glasses protect the eyes from thrown objects Safety shoes with steel toes can protect a foot from being cut by the blade Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs can stop or deflect a thrown object Ne i Practice using the mower before you actually begin cutting grass Select a large open level area Learn the location and function of the controls and how they work It is important that the blade can be stopped quickly in an emer F 030406L SAFE MOWING GUIDE improve the performance help the engine stay cooler extend the life of moving parts and minimize the danger of fire People get burned working with and around their mowers for oth er reasons than fire and explosions It takes only a few seconds of operation for the engine and the muffler to become hot Do not touch these parts when the mower is running Stop the engine and let it cool down before servicing the mower Remember exhaust fumes can be dangerous Never operate the engine indoors or in an
13. ausing grass to get thinner in those areas Do not service your mower over the grass Spilled oil and gas can kill the grass In tall grass or very heavy grass do not try to cut it all at once Raise the height of cut on the first cutting and lower it for the next cutting the same day or within a few days Another way is to cut only part of the width of the mower and adjust your ground speed not the engine to move more slowly so the mower can clear it self as it moves forward When cutting with a walk behind mower al ways push the unit Do not pull it Pushing the unit keeps the operator behind the mower in the operator s zone for better control Push ing the unit also gives you a chance to see ex actly where and what you are mowing There will be times while you are mowing that you will have to pull the mower backwards such as when the front of the mower has come up against a wall or fence If you must back up make sure your feet are in the clear Stand well back from the mower plant your feet firmly with each step and back up being careful to look be hind you Resume normal mowing as soon as possible If your unit is self propelled remember that the drive mechanism is not designed to do all the work but the unit can move without your help Always keep your hands on the handle near the controls when the engine is running Remember too that the self propelled mecha nism can be dangerous Keep hands and feet away
14. catchers available for most models For best performance and safe ty be sure the grass catcher is approved for use with your mower Assemble as directed and follow operating and safety instructions with the catcher and in the Instruction Book Before mounting checking or emptying the grass catcher always turn the engine off Re member to check the grass catcher before each use for cracks wear or deterioration Re place any part that is damaged with the man ufacturer s recommended replacement part before using the grass catcher again Proper cutting technique is important if you want your lawn to look good Avoid the tempta tion to cut grass too short Cutting grass too short can kill the plant cause grass to turn yel low or make the lawn look brown and thatchy Use the lower cutting heights in cool months when the grass is lush Use the higher cutting heights in extremely dry periods Cutting with a dull blade or low engine speed bruises shreds and can uproot some grass making the lawn look dull and brown a few days after cutting Always put the throttle control in FAST F 030406L STEPS FOLLOW BEFORE MOWING Be sure to dress correctly Wear hard shoes not sandals or tennis shoes Examine the blade A blade that is bent cracked or damaged must be replaced with a factory replacement blade Fill the fuel tank outside Clean off spilled fuel Read and follow the Owner s Manual the instructions with t
15. e Frequently check the blade for wear or dam ages such as cracks and nicks A blade that is bent or damaged must be immediately re placed with a factory replacement blade For safety and good cutting performance replace the blade every two years Fre quently check the blade bolt and the engine mounting bolts Replace damaged bolts and tighten loose bolts Use only original equipment or authorized replacement parts Asterisked items do not 7 to electric mowers 10 11 12 13 14 DO NOT Do not mow near drop offs ditches or em bankments The operator could lose footing or balance Do not mow excessively steep slopes Do not mow on wet grass Reduced footing could cause slipping Ill Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the area Before and while moving backwards look behind and down for small children Never allow children to operate the mower Use extra care when approaching blind cor ners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision 1 IV Service Use extra care in handling gasoline and oth er fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosi
16. e the handle mount the lower han dle in the HIGH position shown in Figure 6 3 lower the handle mount the lower han dle in the LOW position shown in Figure 7 4 Attach the lower handle to the handle brackets with the bolts and wingnuts Figure 5 F 030406L PREPARATION ENGINE TIPPING When you service the engine inspect the blade or clean the underside of the mower housing make sure to always tip the engine with the spark plug up see Figure 8 Trans porting or tipping the engine with the spark plug down will cause Hard starting Engine smoking e Spark plug fouling e Oil or gas saturation of the air filter Figure 8 IMPORTANT Actual sustained horsepow er will likely be lower due to operating limi tations and environmental factory HOW TO PREPARE THE ENGINE ENGINE DOES NOT CONTAIN OIL OR GASOLINE See the engine manufacturer s instructions for the type of gasoline and oil to use Before you use the unit read the information on safety op eration maintenance and storage WARNING Follow the engine manufacturer s instructions for the type of gasoline and oil to use Always use a safety gaso line container Do not smoke Ar when adding gasoline to the en gine When inside an enclosure do not fill with gasoline Before you add gasoline stop the engine Let the engine cool for several minutes IMPORTANT This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and
17. ect the paint Put the unit in a building that has good ven tilation 1 2 4 20 5 Make sure the blade is balanced Use a screwdriver and hold the blade parallel to the ground as shown A blade that is bal anced will stay parallel to the ground If the blade is not balanced the heavy end will rotate toward the ground Sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced 6 A new blade will cut better than a badly worn blade Every two years replace the old blade with a factory replacement blade CHECK THE LEVEL OF CUT Test the unit in a small area If the height of cut is not level or if the cut grass is not discharged the cause can be 1 the blade is bent or dam aged 2 the blade is not sharp 3 a worn blade 4 or a broken blade adapter Before you use the unit correct the problem FOLDING HANDLE STORAGE CAUTION Be careful when you fold or raise the handle Do not damage the cables A cable that is bent will not work correctly Before you use the unit replace a bent or damaged cable How To Fold The Handle 1 Loosen the knobs that hold the upper part of the handle to the lower part of the han dle As you fold the handle make sure the cables are not around the loose fasteners and do not become damaged Rotate the upper part of the handle toward the back of the unit Figure 23 2 Loosen the knobs on the lower handle Figure 24 Push in on the ends of the lower handle Move the ends of the lo
18. ed to the activity Be espe cially careful when trimming around shrubbery or when backing up If at all possible don t mow when moving backwards It is dangerous because vision is restricted Also blades are designed to cut while the unit is moving for ward so cutting performance is reduced when mowing in reverse Never leave the mower running and unat tended Shut off the engine Put the mower in a position so that it can not roll If the unit is self propelled make sure the drive control is disengaged When mowing be aware of your condition and the weather conditions After mowing a long time you will be tired This is the time when reactions slow down your attention wanders the time when you are wide open for an acci dent Take a short break If temperatures are high take precautions to avoid becoming de hydrated If you are angry tired or unable to give your full attention to mowing if you have been consuming alcohol medicines or drugs do not use your mower or any type of power equipment If weather conditions become worse while you are cutting stop and finish later Cutting grass F 030406L SAFE MOWING GUIDE position when mowing and bagging When bagging slower ground speed will provide the best results Change the mowing pattern slightly each time you cut If you always cut the same way the grass will develop a set and clippings will ac cumulate more heavily in some areas more than in others c
19. ep the mow er from working correctly If the quality of cut is marginal try the following e Set the height adjusters at a higher cutting height e Cut the grass more frequently e Operate the mower at a slower ground speed e Overlap the cutting swaths instead of cut ting a full swath with each pass e Mow across the marginal areas a second time 14 MULCHER PLATE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION A On some models the mulcher kit is installed at the factory To convert from a mulcher to a side discharge remove the mulcher plate A side discharge mower can be converted to a mulching mower by installing the mulcher plate as follows 1 Raise the chute deflector Figure 9 WARNING Before you remove or install the mulcher kit discon nect the wire to the spark plug Chute Deflector MULCHING TIPS Mulching finely cuts the grass so that the grass can be easily recycled Because the nutrients are returned to the soil the lawn will need less fertilizer To correctly mulch the lawn follow the tips below e The grass must be dry If the grass is wet it will be difficult to cut and cause heavy clumps of grass e The grass must not be too tall The maxi mum height to effectively cut is 4 1 2 in ches Set the height adjusters so that only the top third of the grass is cut e Ifthe grass is more than 4 1 2 inches high two mowings will be necessary For the first mowing set the height adjusters in the h
20. eplate attached to the unit MURRAY INC Outdoor Power Equipment Customer Service Department P O Box 268 Brentwood Tennessee 37027 F 030406L 2 OWNER S INFORMATION This instruction book is written for a person with some mechanical ability Like most service books not all the steps are described Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can follow with some mechanical ability Read and follow these instructions before you use the unit Know your product If you understand the unit and how the unit operates you will get the best performance As you read this manual compare the illustrations to the unit Learn the location and the function of the controls To help prevent an accident follow the operating instructions and the safety rules Keep this manual for future reference IMPORTANT Many units are not assembled and are sold in cartons It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure the assembly instructions in this manual are exactly followed Other units are purchased in an assembled condition On assembled units it is the responsibility of the owner to make sure the unit is correctly assembled The owner must carefully check the unit according to the instructions in this manual before it is first used RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER The responsibility of the owner is to follow the instructions below 1 Carefully read and follow the rules for safe operation Follow all the assembly and preparation
21. erating Position TS Engine Stop Lever Figure 11 FRONT WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM The mower has a front wheel drive system Operate the drive system as follows 1 Hold the engine stop lever in the Operat ing Position Figure 11 and Figure 12 2 Push the drive lever completely forward When the drive lever clicks release the drive lever The drive system is now en gaged NOTE To stop the engine release the engine stop lever 3 To disengage the drive system and stop the engine completely release the engine stop lever 4 To disengage only the drive system re lease the engine stop lever approximate ly two inches The drive system will disengage but the engine will continue to run NOTE When the drive system is disengaged on a new unit it is possible for the front wheels to rotate if lifted off the ground This is normal with a new belt and will stop after one or two hours of operation F 030406L OPERATION WARNING To prevent an acci dent make sure the drive lever is in the DISENGAGED position When the drive lever is in the EN GAGED position do not start the engine 6 Some models have a primer button on the front or side of the engine Figure 14 Ev ery time you push the primer button wait two seconds For the number of times re quired to push the primer button see the engine manufacturer s instructions 0 x Primer Button Figure 14 NOTE Do not use the primer button to star
22. from belts and chains Always turn off the engine before attempting to remove anything that becomes entangled in the self propelled system Remember your mower is a useful tool but it can be dangerous Follow the instructions in this Instruction Book Use the mower properly and carefully and it will give you many hours of trouble free accident free operations While mowing if you hit a foreign object stop the engine Remove the spark plug wire Care fully and thoroughly inspect the mower for damage Make necessary repairs before re starting If the unit starts to vibrate abnormally stop the engine immediately and check for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight The blade is the most dangerous part of the mower and also the most important part in ob taining a nice lawn appearance Check the blade and the blade mounting hardware fre quently Keep it tight If the blade hits a solid object check it thoroughly for deformation or cracks and replace if damaged For safety re place the blade every two years A sharp blade reduces the work load on the engine and cuts grass more cleanly for a better looking cut with less work The blade is always close to the out side of the mower housing For best trimming on side discharge mowers cut with the left side of the housing toward the area that needs trimming A useful accessory for your mower is a grass catcher There are grass
23. ground speed that is right for the terrain and the height of grass You get the best cutting and bagging performance when using a grass catcher by operating the engine at maximum speed Nev er walk fast or run just to get the job done soon er On inclines reduce ground speed and exercise extreme care It is best to mow only during daylight hours however if you must mow in the late afternoon or evening make sure there is good artificial light Your mower will require maintenance including service and adjustments before and after use as with any machine The frequency of the maintenance is generally based on hours of use however the frequency can vary because of mowing conditions Check the Instruction Book for more detailed instructions Proper maintenance protects your investment in the mower and helps insure that it will function safely and reliably Never attempt any service with the pos sible exception of car buretor adjustment with the engine run ning After turning the engine off always disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent accidental restarting while the unit is being serviced Use only original equipment or approved sub stitutions as service parts If you need profes sional service select a shop that is an Authorized Service Center for your brand of mower If you plan to service the unit yourself follow directions in the Instruction Book As you mow remember children and pets are sometimes attract
24. he engine and the instructions with any attachments Owner s Manual instructions are for your safety and the safety of others Exhaust fumes are dangerous Start the engine outside Make sure all safety devices are in place and working correctly Operation of the mower is only for a person that has experience Wet grass can be dangerous Let the grass dry Instruct children and others to keep away from the work area Never cut the grass without good light Pick up loose objects Remove them from the mowing area E MOWING Watch for fixed objects and avoid them They can damage the mower or cause injury A hot engine and muffler will cause a burn Do not touch Inclines and slopes must be carefully mowed See the Guide in the back of this book to check a slope Lack of daylight or good artificial light is cause to stop mowing Examine the mower the blade and other parts for damage after hitting a foreign object or if the unit vibrates excessively Do not make adjustments or repairs without stopping the engine except for carburetor Dis connect the spark plug wire On or near roads watch out for traffic Direct discharge away from roads When mowing avoid areas where traction is unsure Before and while moving backwards look behind and down for small children In heavy grass raise the cutting height Cut slower Stop the engine to remove clogged grass from the mower Never remove any safety related parts Do not
25. he yellow pages of the telephone directory 600 the Wheel And Tire Parts List page F 030406L WHEELS AND TIRES Look at the illustrations Select the wheel and the tire you want and order from the following chart A or po CEFN A i NNO a aN N j WHEEL SIZE amp TYPE A B 6 6 inch Plastic White 672768 6 inch Plastic Gray 672769 7 inch Plastic White 20270 7 inch Plastic Gray 71597 8 Plastic White 20271 er 8 inch Plastic Gray 672060 71132 8 inch Metal White 43414 8 inch Ball Bearing Gray 71134 14 inch Gray 672074 672745 14 in Ball Bearing Gray 672062 71840 F 030406L 28 NOTES F 030406L 29 NOTES F 030406L 30 SLOPE GUIDE 19 DEGRE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS GUIDE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE eens ES A CORNER OF A STRUCTURE A POWER LINE POLE OR A FENCE ee eee eee ee 4 bes Pee Operate a walk behind mower across the face of slopes never up or down slopes 31 Operate a riding mower up or down slopes never across the face of slopes kaa 15 DEGREES On a riding mower to determine if a slope is safe to mow 1 disengage the blade s 2 put the unit in reverse and 3 try to back straight up the slope If you can back up the slope it is generall
26. iage 2x81 43 Bolt Shoulder 9x50 9 Bolt Engine 25x11 44 Belt Briggs amp Stratton 37x100 10 Nut 15x68 Belt Tecumseh 37x101 11 Height Adjuster Left Front 672643 45 Washer 17x186 12 Washer Belleville 17x137 46 Ring Retainer 11x16 13 Washer 17x124 47 Gear Pinion 71792 14 Bolt Hex 1x153 ae Pulley AU 15 Blade Side Discharge 42225E701 9 Drive 18029 Blade Mulcher 1101120E701 50 Pin Hair 31x9 16 Adapter Blade 672503 51 Axle 672508 17 Height Adjuster Right Frt 672642 52 Washer 17x169 18 Height Adjuster Right Rr 672644 53 Cover Dust 71780 19 Guard Rear 672738 54 Bolt 1x85 20 Screw 26x245 55 Hub Cap 43615 21 Deflector Chute 672421 56 Plate Mulch 672422 Z 22 Push On Cap 28x42 57 Washer 17x67 Z 23 Pin Pivot 215x11 Z 58 Knob Axle 672449 24 Spring 166x5 59 Bracket Left Handle 1101305E700 25 Baffle 672744E701 60 Bracket Right Handle 1101304E700 26 Wheel and Tire Drive 61 Brace 672728E700 27 Pulley 71434 62 Screw 26x263 28 Pin Spring 32x64 63 Bolt 1x120 29 Base Engine 672671 64 Screw 26x289 30 Cover Belt Black 1101025 65 Screw 26x288 31 Screw 26x279 66 Shield Debris 1101026E701 32 Bracket Idler Support 1101240 Z 67 Washer 17x45 33 Washer 17x102 68 Bolt Carriage 2x86 34 Screw 26x263 69 Bolt 1x81 35 Idler Backside 71778 Book Instruction F 030406L 36 Locknut 15x43 Parts are available from an Authorized Engine Service Center See Engines Gasoline or Gasoline Engines in t
27. ibrate ab normally stop the engine motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is gen erally a warning of trouble such as a blade that is damaged a loose blade or the en gine mounting bolts are loose Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower to protect your eyes from foreign ob jects which can be thrown from the unit Plan your mowing pattern to avoid dis charge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like After striking a foreign object stop the en gine Remove the wire from the spark plug Inspect the blade and mower for damage If damaged repair before starting and operat ing the mower Keep any washout ports and other mower housing service openings closed when mowing Slope Operation 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury All slopes require extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it DO Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Do not mow excessively steep slopes maximum 15 degrees or areas where the ground is very rough See the Guide in the back of this manual to check a slope Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Remove objects such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Tall grass can hide obstacles Continued Following Page General Operation
28. ighest position Then lower the height ad justers for the second mowing F 030406L OPERATION WARNING For safe operation the drive system must immedi ately disengage when the drive lever is released If the drive system does not disengage correctly do not operate the mower until the drive system is adjusted or repaired by an authorized service center A Drive Lever Hold the engine stop lever in the Operating position To go forward move the drive lever forward Figure 12 HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE To stop the engine release the engine stop lever Disconnect the wire from the spark plug to prevent the engine from starting On models equipped with an electric start engine remove the key from the key switch Keep the key away from children If the engine will not stop hold a screwdriver against the spark plug and against the engine cooling fins The spark will go to ground and the engine will stop Before you start the en gine check the engine stop cable Make sure the engine stop cable is assembled correctly Before you operate the unit replace a bent or damaged engine stop cable 15 ENGINE STOP LEVER Release the engine stop lever and the engine and the blade will automatically stop To run the engine hold the engine stop lever in the Operating position Figure 12 Before you start the engine operate the en gine stop lever several times Make sure the cable moves easily Op
29. ing mower performance Move the mower outside before adding gasoline Use a funnel and wipe up any spilled fuel before start ing Remember gasoline expands when heated so leave some expansion room Also most mower gas caps are vented to allow for expansion Always use the proper cap People are needlessly burned by fires hurt in explo sions mowers and other property are dam aged because of failure to follow basic safety rules related to gasoline and fueling Never add gasoline to an engine that is running or that is hot from recent use this can cause an accident Remove dry grass and other debris from the mower Keeping the mower clean will F 030406L SAFE MOWING GUIDE in the rain is no fun and it is dangerous Always seek shelter in an electrical storm In extreme ly dry mowing conditions your safety glasses can serve a dual purpose by protecting your eyes from dust and thrown objects also a dust or pollen mask can be helpful Your mower is equipped with a number of safe ty features which are important to the safety of the operator and bystanders and must never be altered or removed If a safety feature be comes inoperable lost or damaged it must be repaired or replaced before the mower is used Engine speed is a key to safe mowing and a nice looking lawn The maximum speed of the engine on your mower has been set at the fac tory Do not change the engine governor in any way Select the maximum engine and
30. keep the bolt that holds the blade tight A loose bolt or blade can cause an acci dent HOW TO SHARPEN THE BLADE WARNING Vibration is the result if the blade is not correctly bal A anced A blade that is damaged with cracks can break and cause an accident 1 Sharpen the blade two times a year or ev ery 25 hours 2 If the blade is on the unit do not sharpen Remove the blade according to the in structions in How To Remove The Blade 3 Clean the blade with a brush soap and water Check the blade Look for cracks nicks or other damage Replace a blade that is badly worn bent or damaged with a factory replacement blade 4 Sharpen the blade with a file Make sure you keep the original beveled cutting edge Figure 22 Continued following page File Blade is balanced when parallel to the ground Screwdriver Ground Figure 2 BLADE SERVICE WARNING Before you inspect the blade or the blade adapter disconnect the wire to the spark A plug If the blade hits an object stop the engine Disconnect the wire to the spark plug Check the unit for damage Frequently check the blade for wear or dam age such as cracks Frequently check the bolt that holds the blade Keep the bolt tight If the blade hits an object stop the engine Discon nect the wire to the spark plug Check the blade adapter for damage Check for a bent or damaged blade a badly worn blade or other damage Before you o
31. line will increase deposits and shorten the life of the valves NOTE Do not use gasohol or methanol Do not use premium unleaded gasoline WARNING Always use a safety gasoline container Do not smoke when adding gasoline to the fuel tank When inside an enclosure do not add gasoline Before you add gasoline stop the engine and let the engine cool for several minutes 3 Make sure the spark plug wire is connected to the spark plug 4 Electric Start Models Make sure the bat tery is connected to the wiring harness 5 Make sure the drive lever is in the DISEN GAGED position Figure 13 Hold the engine stop lever in the operating position Drive Lever Ignition Key F 030406L MAINTENANCE Hard starting Engine smoking e Spark plug fouling e Oil or gas saturation of the air filter Figure 15 ENGINE MAINTENANCE Use the following maintenance section to keep your unit in good operating condition All the maintenance information for the engine is in the Engine Instruction Book Before you start the engine read this book WARNING Before you make an inspection adjustment except carburetor or repair stop the engine and disconnect the wire from the spark plug ENGINE TIPPING When you service the engine inspect the blade or clean the underside of the mower housing make sure to always tip the engine with the spark plug up see Figure 15 Trans porting or tipping the e
32. ngine with the spark plug down will cause HOW TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF CUT WARNING The blade will rotate when the engine runs Before you change the height of cut stop the engine and disconnect the wire from the spark plug To change the height of cut move the position of the adjuster arm at each wheel Figure 16 Make sure each adjuster arm is in the same position so that the mower will cut level 1 Disengage the adjuster arm 2 Move the adjuster arm to another posi tion Adjuster Figure 16 HOW TO CLEAN THE MOWER HOUSING WARNING The blade will rotate when the engine runs Before you clean the mower housing stop the engine and disconnect the wire from the spark plug Grass and other debris can keep the mower from working correctly After you mow clean the mower housing as follows 1 Stop the engine 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 3 Clean the top and the bottom of the mower housing LUBRICATION 1 For maximum performance lubricate the wheels and all pivot points with engine oil every 25 hours 2 To lubricate the engine refer to the En gine Instruction Book NOTE Do not lubricate the engine stop cable Lubricants will damage the cable and prevent the cable from moving freely Replace the cable if bent or damaged F 030406L MAINTENANCE HOW TO REMOVE THE DRIVE BELT WARNING Before you remove the belt disconnect the wire 8 Slide the axle as shown un
33. only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol drugs or other medica l 1 10 11 12 13 14 F 030406L IMPORTANT nect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting Always wear eye protection when you make adjustments or repairs Keep all nuts and bolts especially blade at tachment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage Allow mower to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before re starting Never attempt to make wheel height adjust ments while the engine motor is running Always disconnect electric mowers live op erated before cleaning repairing or ad justing Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recom mended parts when necessary For stor age always make sure grass catcher is empty Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Do not change the engine governor setting or over speed the engin
34. ou are uncertain whether your unit contains or is equipped with one or more of these parts consult your dealer prior to purchase Subject to the terms and conditions noted in this Limited Warranty we shall at our option repair or replace at no cost to the original purchaser any part covered by this Limited Warranty during the applicable warranty period In the event the battery proves defective within ninety 90 days from the date of purchase we will replace it without charge If the battery proves defective after 90 days but within one hundred twenty 120 days from the date of purchase we will replace it for a charge of one half 1 2 of the retail price of the battery in effect at the time of return Normal Wear Parts are defined as belts blades blade adapters pneumatic tires headlights and seat covers These parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and work manship as delivered with the product Any claim for repair or replacement of Normal Wear Parts must be made within thirty 30 days of the date of purchase No claims involving dam age caused from material use abuse or misuse will be honored This Murray Inc Two 2 Year Limited Warranty is your exclusive remedy however this warranty is void or does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with altered misused abused or used for rental or other commercial and or professional non homeowner uses Your warranty does not cover minor mechanical adjustments
35. perate the unit dam aged parts must be replaced with factory re placement parts For safety replace the blade every two years Keep a sharp edge on the blade A blade that is not sharp will cause the ends of the grass to become brown Remove the blade as follows HOW TO REMOVE THE BLADE WARNING Before you remove the blade disconnect the wire to the spark plug The blade has sharp edges When you hold the blade use gloves or cloth materi al to protect your hands Drain the fuel tank 2 Lift the side of the mower that has the muffler or spark plug 3 Use a piece of wood to keep the blade from rotating 4 Remove the bolt that holds the blade Blade Adapter Belleville Washer Belleville Washer Flat Washer Bolt Figure 21 F 030406L MAINTENANCE Push in on lower handle Figure 23 Lower Handle Locking Figure 24 How To Raise The Handle Pull the handle back until the ends of the lower handle lock into position Lift the upper part of the handle into the op erator s position Tighten the fasteners that hold the handle Remove the spark plug from the cylinder Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder Slowly pull the recoil start grip so that the oil will protect the cylinder Install a new spark plug in the cylinder Clean the dirt and debris from the cylinder cooling fins and the engine housing Clean the bottom of the mower housing Completely clean the mower to prot
36. placement blade 1 2 The grass is not cut even Check the height adjustment at each wheel The height adjustment must be the same for each wheel Make sure the blade is sharp Check for a bent or broken blade A DAMAGED BLADE IS DANGEROUS AND MUST BE REPLACED Check for a broken blade adapter REPO ACE A BROKEN BLADE ADAPTER F 030406L 1 4 HANDLE RECOIL START MODELS ye KEY KEY NO DESCRIPTION PART NO DESCRIPTION PART NO 1 Handle Upper Black 1101556E701 8 Lever Stop 672879E701 Handle Upper Gray 1101556E724 g Bracket Stop Lever 1101454 2 Handle Lower Black 71137E701 Handle Lower Gray 71137E724 cia cae 3 Bolt 25x14 l 6 4 Control Drive 672877 ae 5 Locknut 15x116 8 SSR 6 Cable Stop 1101182 Cable Stop 672835 Cable Stop 672841 Used on Briggs amp Stratton Quantium engines Used on Tecumseh engines Used on Briggs 8 Stratton Classic Sprint amp Quattro Q Style and QS Style engines F 030406L 22 HANDLE ELECTRIC START MODELS PART NO 71294 71530 91488 91489 3x136 671916 776011 671992 776012 776014 776013 671959 672220 1101454 DESCRIPTION Knob Guide Rope Cap Nut Bolt Cover Ignition Switch Ignition amp Key Charger Battery Harness Wiring Battery Case Battery Bracket Battery Key Ignition Bracket Stop Lever KEY PART NO NO 1101556E701 83 1101556E724 16 672572E701 17 672572E724 18 25x14 19 67287
37. ppings bunch up on the lawn retarding the growth of grass A wet mower can cause parts to rust and reduce the useful life of the unit When you look over the lawn refresh your memory about hard immovable obstacles such as pipes stumps and rocks and avoid them They can cause damage to the mower or an accident injuring the operator or a by stander Take a litter bag along and walk over the area to be cut Pick up any stones toys wire bones or other loose objects These items can damage the mower or they can be come dangerous flying objects if the mower blade hits them The blade of a power mower travels very fast It can throw rocks and other objects with force over long distances Objects thrown by mowers can break windows cause Every person who uses power equipment must learn the difference between proper and improper use safe and unsafe mowing prac tices Read the next few pages carefully They can help you learn Too often the mow er user is inexperienced not properly in structed or has not read the Instruction Book and instructions on the unit before using it for the first time This can result in unsafe use en dangering the operator bystanders and the equipment Another result can be a poor ap pearance of the area mowed Read this Instruction Book Read the in structions on the unit Operate the mower ac cording to the Safe Mowing Guide and other safety rules and recommendations in this In struction Book
38. rom the manufacturer s authorized service center found in the yellow pages of the telephone directory See the individual engine or transmission warranties MURRAY INC LAWN MOWER CENTRAL PARTS DISTRIBUTORS GULF COAST ENGINE INC 4202 Russell Dr P O Box 9724 Corpus Christi TX 78408 361 888 6999 1 800 825 6999 Arkansas counties Hempstead Howard Lafayette Little River Miller Nevada Pike Sevier New Mexico Oklahoma Texas Mexico OSCAR WILSON ENGINE amp PARTS 826 Lone Star Dr O Fallon MO 63366 314 978 1313 1 800 873 6722 Illinois S of Hwy 80 lowa Kansas Missouri Nebraska R B I CORPORATION P O Box 9318 Richmond VA 23227 804 550 2210 1 800 888 7149 FAX 1 800 947 1335 Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Maine Maryland Massachusetts New Hampshire New Jersey New York N amp S Carolina Pennsylvania zips 17000 amp up Rhode Island Vermont Virginia WISCONSIN MAGNETO 4727 N Teutonia Ave Milwaukee WI 53209 414 445 2800 1 800 733 7388 Illinois N of Hwy 80 Michigan upper Peninsula Wisconsin 800 McKinley St Anoka MN 55303 612 323 7477 1 800 248 4016 Minnesota North amp South Dakota ENGINES SOUTHWEST 1255 North Hearne Shreveport LA 71107 PO Box 67 Shreveport LA 71161 318 222 3871 1 800 388 6995 www enginessw com Arkansas except these counties Clay Craighead Crittendan Cross Greene Hempstead Howard Jackson Lafayette La
39. rt 672642 50 Pin Hair 31x9 18 Height Adjuster Right Rr 672640 51 Axle 672508 19 Guard Rear 672738 52 Washer 17x169 20 Screw 26x245 53 Cover Dust 71780 21 Deflector Chute 672421 54 Bolt 1x85 22 Push On Cap 28x42 55 Hub Cap 43615 23 Pin Pivot 215x11 Z 56 Plate Mulch Optional 672422 Z 24 Spring 166x5 57 Bracket Left Handle 1101303E700 25 Baffle 672744E701 58 Bracket Right Handle 1101302E700 26 Wheel and Tire Drive 59 Screw 26x289 27 Pulley 71434 60 Bolt 1x120 28 Pin Spring 32x64 62 Washer 17x45 29 Base Engine 672671 64 Screw 26x288 30 Cover Belt Black 1101025 65 Shield Debris 1101026E701 31 Screw 26x259 68 Bolt Carriage 2x86 32 Bracket Idler Support 1101240 Z 69 Bolt 1x81 33 Washer 17x45 Book Instruction F 030406L 34 Screw 26x263 Parts are available from an Authorized Engine Service Center See Engines Gasoline or Gasoline Engines in the yellow pages of the telephone directory See the Wheel And Tire Parts List page F 030406L 25 MODELS WITH 14 REAR WHEELS ya 64 F 030406L 26 MODELS WITH 14 REAR WHEELS KEY KEY NO DESCRIPTION PART NO NO DESCRIPTION PART NO 1 Engine 2 2 2 2 37 Bearing 3 2 Housing 776043 38 Spring 166x45 3 Height Adjuster Left Rear 672645 39 Spacer 71789 4 Knob 71495 40 Arm Pivot 1101121 Z 5 WheelandTire Rear 41 Spacer 71788 6 Locknut Flange 15x84 42 Pulley Idler 71779 7 Bolt Carr
40. t a warm engine 7 Stand behind the mower Hold the engine stop lever in the OPERATING position Figure 13 8 Electric Start Models Turn the ignition key to the START position Use short start ing cycles 15 seconds per minute When the engine starts release the ignition key If the engine will not turn over charge the battery See How To Charge The Battery 9 Recoil Start Models Rapidly pull the re coil start grip Slowly return the recoil start grip 10 If the engine does not start in 5 or 6 tries See the Problem and Repair Instructions HOW TO OPERATE THE MOWER WARNING Check the condition of the grass bag for wear or dete rioration If worn or damaged re place the parts only with ap proved factory replacement parts For replacement parts see the parts list in this book To completely fill the grass bag operate the engine with the throttle control in the FAST position HOW TO START ENGINE WARNING The blade will rotate when the engine runs IMPORTANT Before you start the engine operate the engine stop lever several times Make sure the engine stop cable moves freely NOTE The engine design does not include a throttle control or an engine speed ad justment The engine is set at the best speed for cutting grass bagging grass and for extended engine life 1 Check the oil 2 Fill the fuel tank with regular unleaded gas oline Make sure the gasoline is clean Leaded gaso
41. tery 1 2 TS 9 ON The Engine will not stop Release the engine stop lever Check the engine stop cable Replace the cable if bent or damaged 1 2 The Engine performance is bad Check the height of cut settings Raise the height of cut if the grass is high Check the bottom of the blade housing Clean the blade housing of grass and other debris Check the wire to the spark plug Make sure the wire is connected Clean the engine cooling fins of grass and other debris Check the carburetor adjustments See the Engine Instruction Book Check the spark plug gap Set the spark plug gap at 0 030 Check the amount of oil in the engine Fill with oil if necessary Check the engine air cleaner See the Engine Instruction Book The gasoline is bad Drain and clean the fuel tank Fill the fuel tank with clean gasoline 9 4 35 Excessive Vibration Remove the blade Check the blade and balance if necessary See the blade maintenance instructions Check for a bent or broken blade A DAMAGED BLADE IS DANGEROUS AND MUST BE REPLACED Check the blade adapter REPLACE A BROKEN BLADE ADAPTER If the vibration continues take the mower to an Authorized Service Center 1 2 3 4 The grass will not discharge correctly Clean the bottom of the mower housing Check for a badly worn blade Remove and sharpen the blade For safety replace the blade every two years with a factory re
42. til the drive belt can be removed from the drive pulley Remove the drive belt NOTE Make sure you replace the drive belt only with a replacement belt from the factory To assemble the drive belt reverse the above steps Before you begin to mow make sure the drive system will correctly disengage and that the mower will stop If the drive system will not disengage take the mower to an authorized service center before you op erate the mower Belt Cover Drive Pulley Thrust Washer Pinion Gear Dust Cover 10 11 from the spark plug Loosen DO NO REMOVE the bolt for the debris shield Figure 17 Remove the screw and the debris shield Figure 18 Remove the belt cover Figure 19 Remove the front wheels Remove the retainer ring and the spring pin Figure 20 Remove the dust cover and pinion gear Remove the hair pin from the axle Figure 18 1 F 030406L MAINTENANCE 5 Check the blade according to the Blade Service instructions Replace a badly worn or damaged blade with a factory re placement blade 6 Mount the blade with the curved edges to ward the housing If the blade is upside down the blade will not cut correctly and can cause an accident 7 Fasten the blade with the original wash ers and bolt Make sure the outside rims of the Belleville washers are toward the blade Figure 21 8 Tighten the bolt that holds the blade to a torque of 30 foot pounds WARNING Always
43. ve a Use only an approved container b Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke c Never refuel the machine indoors d Never store the machine or fuel contain er inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Never run an engine indoors or inside a closed area Never make adjustments or repairs to items such as the height adjusters or grass catch er with the engine motor running Discon 2 F 030406L SAFE MOWING GUIDE gency Learn how to cut and how to keep con trol of the mower at all times Many mowers are started manually When us ing a pull start or rope start place your feet firmly and away from the blade Hold the rope handle securely but never wrap the rope around your arm or fingers for a better grip The mower is designed for use by one person Always mow alone Never carry passengers Carrying a passenger is dangerous for the passenger and the operator A mower is not for amusement or for carrying objects Is the area you are planning to mow wet Nev er cut a wet lawn Cutting wet grass can cause an accident It can affect mower performance and also cause problems with future lawn growth and appearance Wet grass is slippery and might cause the operator to fall or the mower to slip Someone could be hurt by touching the blade Wet grass tends to clog the mower causing poor discharge Wet cli
44. wer handle past the locking tabs 3 Rotate the handle forward over the en gine Make sure the cables are not dam aged HOW TO PREPARE THE MOWER FOR STORAGE WARNING Do not remove gaso line while inside a building near a fire or while you smoke Gasoline fumes can cause an _ explosion or a fire Drain the fuel tank 2 Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline 3 Drain the oil from the warm engine Fill the engine crankcase with new oil F 030406L TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART The Engine will not start Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean gasoline Do not use old gasoline On a cold engine push the primer button optional on some models For the number of times required to push the primer button see the engine manufacturer s instructions Make sure the wire for the spark plug is connected to the spark plug Adjust the Carburetor See the Engine Instruction Book There is too much gasoline in the engine cylinder Remove and dry the spark plug Put the throttle control in the SLOW position Pull the recoil start grip several times Install the spark plug Connect the wire to the spark plug Start the engine The engine is difficult to start in heavy or high grass Move the mower to a clean dry surface Make sure the engine stop lever is in the operating position Make sure the fuel valve is in the ON position See the Engine Instruction Book On Electric Start models charge the bat
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46. y safe to mow However if you do not feel safe or if you are not completely sure use this guide and do not mow a slope that is greater than 15 degrees If the riding mower is used with a pull behind or rear mounted attachment do not operate the unit on a slope that is greater than 10 degrees A 15 degree slope is a hill that increases in height at approximately 2 5 feet i n 10 feet n 10 feet Use extreme care at all times and avoid sudden turns or maneuvers Follow other instructions in this manual for safety in mowing on slopes Operate a riding mower up or down slopes never across the face of slopes Operate a walk behind mower across the face of slopes never up or down slopes Use extra care when operating on or near slopes and obstructions ut AERE TO USE SLOPE GUIDE F 030406L HOW ORDER REPAIR PARTS Only use a factory repair part Repair parts except for the engine or the transmission are available from the store where the unit was purchased a service shop recommended by the store or an authorized service shop found in the yellow pages of the telephone directory If you cannot get a repair part or service as described above call or write to the Central Parts Distributor shown below When you order include the following information 1 Complete Model Number see nameplate 2 Date of Manufacture 3 Complete Part Number 4 Description 5 Quantity Repair parts for the engine or the transmission are available f
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