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Murray 405001x78B Lawn Mower User Manual

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2. 1 Temporary belt noise does not change the operation of the unit If belt noise is continu ous check the routing of the belt Make sure the belt is inside all belt guides 2 If the noise is continuous adjust the clutch PROBLEM The rear wheels spin over uneven terrain 1 Check the front axle If the front axle does not freely pivot loosen the axle bolt s AGIND 39015 38N OL 119 pue sedojs Jesu Jo Bu eiodo asf sados umop dn Sadojs JO 650426 e 2121990 Sadojs jo 398 560 98 sadojs umop dn amou e sedo s uo 10 514 19410 5 JO SUAN USPPNS 16 9489 een 188 0 199 IL Jy ay Eu Iy e ei ado s 01 V 0 ul 199 Jy ay SaseasoU zey e 51 ado s y S99I569p OL Uey 1918318 s Jey ado s e uo y JOU pajunou Jo pulyoq jnd e pasn si y y ULY 1912916 5 Jey ado s eut asn a ns jou JO
3. MODEL 405001x78B Key No O a A 6 O 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Includes Key 17 18 30 31 32 33 45 46 47 51 0307711 092851 15x140 037x62 690387 015x84 1001197 690212E700 094137 009x52 094055E700 094049E700 094068 009x51 094128E700 166x43 015x79 094143E700 095194 017x91 0031x4 0025 7 094051 700 009 39 690408 700 0166 41 094047 700 094145 700 Description Pulley Jackshaft Nut Hex Belt Mower Drive Pulley Idler Nut Flange Spacer Pulley Link Lift Pad Friction Bolt Shoulder Bracket Suspension Pad Assembly Left Brake Knob Bolt Shoulder Plate Suspension Spring Nut Flange Bracket Suspension Pin Hanger Washer Pin Cotter Bolt Cover Pulley Bolt Shoulder Arm Idler Spring Pad Assembly Right Brake Bracket Assembly Brake 27 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 50 51 52 54 55 1 55 Part No 166x42 094142E700 091770E700 015x88 002x53 1001200 690539E 700 690411 095103E 701 17x166 17x165 15x100 0166x4 028x23 094957 Z 094707 094956E 700 094144E700 017x45 Z 094781 094681E700 26x249 165x119 094141E700 015x98 776001 REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING Description Spring Bracket Suspension Plate Nut Flange Bolt Carriage Mandrell Bracket Suspension Adapter
4. lubricate the unit and clean the air filter once a year 3 Check the fasteners Make sure all fasteners are tight 4 Follow the Maintenance section to keep the unit in good operating condition WARNING Before you make an in spection adjustment or repair to the unit disconnect the wire to the spark plug Remove the wire from the spark plug to prevent the engine from starting by accident NOTE Torque is measured in foot pounds metric Nm This measurement describes how tight a nut or bolt must be The torque is measured with a torque wrench Inspect Blade Figure 7 WARNING Before you inspect or remove the blade disconnect the wire to the spark plug If the blade hits an object stop the engine Check the unit for damage The blade has sharp edges When you hold the blade use gloves or cloth material to protect your hands If you keep the blade 1 sharp and inspect the blade for damage the blade will cut better and be more safe to operate Frequently check the blade for excessive wear cracks or other dam age Frequently check the nut 3 that holds the blade 1 Keep the nut 3 tight If the blade hits an object stop the engine Disconnect the wire to the spark plug See if the blade is bent or damaged Check the blade adapter 5 for dam age Before you operate the unit replace dam aged parts with original equipment parts See the authorized service centre in your area Every three years have
5. stopping the engine except for carburetor Disconnect the spark plug wire near roads watch out for traffic Direct discharge away from roads When mowing avoid areas where traction is unsure Before and while moving back wards look behind and down for small chil dren e In heavy grass raise the cutting height Cut slower Stop the engine to remove clogged grass from the mower e Never remove any safety related parts e Do not pour gasoline into a engine that is hot or running 9 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 be fore storing Tighten all loose nuts bolts and screws be fore 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 sub stitutes can be used to service the mower When storing the mower for an extended pe riod 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 igni tion Always use an approved container Keep gasoline away from children Lubricate according to the Instruction Book See Lubricatio
6. 8 Move the throttle control to the FAST posi tion If you need to go faster or slower stop the unit and move the shift lever to another speed setting 9 Make sure the level of cut is still correct After you mow a short distance look at the area that was cut If the mower housing does not cut level see the instructions on How To Level The Mower Housing in the Mainten ance section WARNING For better control of the unit select a safe speed How To Operate On Hills WARNING Do not ride up or down slopes that are too steep to back straight up Never ride the unit across a slope 1 Before you ride up or down a hill move the shift lever to the slowest speed 2 Do not stop or change speed settings on a hill If you must stop quickly push the clutch brake pedal forward and set the parking brake 3 To start again make sure the shift lever is in the slowest speed Move the throttle control to the SLOW position Slowly release the pedal 4 If you must stop or start on a hill always have enough space for the unit to roll when you release the brake and engage the clutch 5 Be very careful when you change directions on a hill When on a slope or in a turn on a hill move the throttle control to the SLOW position to help prevent an accident Before Starting The Engine Check the oil NOTE The engine was shipped from the fac tory filled with oil Check the level of the oil Add oil as needed See the engine
7. Description 1 092698 Grip 2 094346 Z Handle PTO 3 094022 Z Pad Switch 4 0025x3 Bolt 5 092697 Grip 6 166x40 Spring 7 17 103 Washer 8 690533 Handle Lift 9 94017 2 10 009 39 Bolt Shoulder 11 030x20 Pin Cotter 12 17x102 Washer 13 094004 Z Link PTO 14 015x84 Nut Flange 15 26x249 Screw 16 166x39 Spring 17 94018E700 Bracket PTO 18 165x118 Spring 19 690394E700 Crank PTO 20 690212E700 Link Lift 21 690122E700 Link Lift Handle F 030771L REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION 25 Key No 22 23 24 25 26 27 30 31 32 33 34 36 3 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 17 168 017x57 0031x4 017x91 002x85 1001111E700 094067 094055E700 690151 009x53 094015E700 17x191 015x84 165x131 015x68 094005E700 094027E700 094026E700 0941587 094058 700 1001098 700 Description Washer Washer Pin Hair Washer Bolt Carriage Lever Assembly Litt Pin Bracket Rear Suspension Spacer Lifter Bolt Shoulder Bracket Pivot Washer Nut Flange Spring Nut Flange Bracket PTO Hanger Left Deck Hanger Right Deck Rod Hanger Bracket Suspension Plate Stiffening MODEL 405001x78B REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING F 030771L 26
8. acid which is harmful to the skin eyes and clothing the acid gets on the body or clothing wash with water 1 Disconnect the black cable 8 from the negative terminal 2 Disconnect the red cable 5 from the posi tive terminal 4 3 Lift the battery tray 3 and the battery 1 out of the unit How To Charge The Battery Figure 4 WARNING When you charge the battery do not smoke Keep the battery away from any sparks The fumes from the battery acid can cause an explosion 1 Before you charge the battery 1 remove the battery 1 2 To charge the battery 1 use 12 volt bat tery charger Charge at a rate of 6 amperes for 1 hour 3 Install the battery 1 WARNING prevent sparks fasten the red cable to the positive terminal before you connect the black cable 4 Fasten the red cable 5 to the positive terminal 4 with the fasteners as shown 5 Fasten the black cable 8 to the negative terminal with the fasteners as shown How To Level The Mower Housing Figure 13 and Figure 14 If the mower housing is level the blade will cut easier and the lawn will look better WARNING Before you make an in spection adjustment or repair to the unit disconnect the wire to the spark plug Remove the spark plug wire to prevent the engine from starting by acci dent 1 Make sure the unit is on a hard flat surface 2 Check the air pressure in the tyres If the
9. against the pulleys take the unit to an author ized service centre 10 Figure 8 Move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE position 2 11 Figure 10 Check the pads for the blade brake 7 If the pads are excessively worn or damaged replace the brake pad assem blies Correct replacement parts and assist ance are available from an authorized service centre 12 Attach the wire to the spark plug Mow for a short distance and again check the operation of the blade rotation control F 030771L 13 When you move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position all movement will stop within five seconds If there is move ment of the belt or the blades continue to ro tate engage and disengage the blade rotation control five times to remove any ex cess rubber from a new mower drive belt If you need assistance take the unit to an authorized service centre 14 Figure 9 If you replace the mower drive belt move the blade drive spring 2 to the top hole 3 How To Adjust The Shift Lever Figure 18 If the NEUTRAL position on the shift lever does not match neutral on the gearbox adjust the shift lever as follows 1 Stop the engine 2 Disconnect the adjuster nut 2 from the shifter bracket 3 3 Make sure the shift lever is in the NEUTRAL position 4 Push the unit forward Make sure the gear box is in neutral 5 To align the adjuster nut 2 with the hole in the shifter bracket 3 turn t
10. also run cooler at maximum engine speed Also the grass bagger will func tion better when the engine is operating at maxi mum speed On slopes decrease the ground speed and use care making sure the mower feels safe to operate If the weather conditions bad do not mow If weather conditions become bad stop cutting and finish later It is dangerous to cut grass in the rain Always find protection in an electrical storm If the weather conditions are extra dry protect your eyes with safety glasses from the dust and from the objects discharged by the mower Also a dust or a pollen mask can help Your mower is equipped with a number of safety devices which are important to the safety of the operator and bystanders and must never be changed or removed from the mower If a safety device is lost damaged or no longer functions repair or replace the device before you operate the mower It is best to mow during the day If you must mow at night make sure there is enough light for safe operation Your mower will require regular maintenance and service The maintenance schedule de pends on the hours of use Also mowing condi tions can change the schedule Check the Instruction Book for more information Correct maintenance will help the mower function safely If you hit a large object during operation stop the engine Remove the wire from the spark plug Carefully inspect the mower for damage Before you start the
11. an authorized service person inspect the blade or replace the old blade with an original equipment part How To Remove And Install The Blade Figure 7 1 Remove the mower housing See the instruc tions on How To Remove The Mower Hous ing 2 Use piece of wood to keep the blade from rotating 3 Remove the nut 3 that holds the blade 1 4 Check the blade 1 and the blade adapter 5 according to the instructions for Inspect Blade Replace a badly worn or damaged blade with an original equipment blade See an authorized service centre in your area 5 Clean the top and bottom of the mower hous ing Remove all the grass and debris 6 Mount the blade 1 and blade adapter 5 on the mandrel 6 7 Mount the blade 1 so that the hi lift edges 7 are up If the blade is upside down the blade will not cut correctly and can cause an accident 8 Fasten the blade 1 with the original washers and nut 3 Make sure the outside rim of the Belleville washer 2 is against the blade 1 WARNING Always keep the nut 3 tight that holds the blade 1 A A loose nut or blade can cause an accident 9 Tighten the nut 3 that holds the blade 1 to a torque of 30 foot pounds 41 5 Nm 10 Install the mower housing See How To Re move The Mower Housing How To Adjust The Blade Rotation Control A In normal usage the blade rotation control will not require an adjustment However if
12. drive belt is worn or damaged and must be replaced See How To Replace The Motion Drive Belt 13 How To Check And Adjust The Drive Brake Figure 12 Completely push the clutch brake pedal forward Set the parking brake Move the shift lever to the neutral N position Push the unit If the rear wheels rotate adjust or replace the brake pads Adjust the drive brake 1 as follows 1 The location of the drive brake 1 is on the right side of the gearbox 3 2 Make sure the parking brake is set and the shift lever is in neutral N Turn the hex nut 2 in a clockwise direction until the rear wheels do not turn when the unit is pushed forward 3 Release the parking brake and push the unit If the unit does not roll turn the hex nut 2 in a counter clockwise direction until the unit rolls 4 Set the parking brake Push the unit If the rear wheels do not turn the drive brake 1 is correctly adjusted Release the parking brake WARNING If you cannot correctly adjust the drive brake replace the brake pads Correct replacement parts and assistance are available from an authorized service centre How To Remove The Battery Figure 4 To charge or clean the battery 1 remove the battery 1 from the unit as follows WARNING To prevent sparks dis connect the black battery cable 8 from the negative terminal be fore you disconnect the red cable 5 WARNING The battery contains A sulphuric
13. entire transmission or differential must be returned since they do not include 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 additional information on this written warranty or assistance in obtaining service write or call MURRAY INC International Sales PO Box 268 Brentwood TN 37024 USA Fax 615 373 6633 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 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 instruc tions
14. ignition If the mower is to be stored for more than a few weeks remove the gasoline from the fuel tank When inside an enclosure do not add gasoline to the fuel tank Before you add gasoline move the mower outside and add gasoline carefully Before you start the engine remove any gaso line from the outside of the fuel tank or from the mower Warm gasoline will expand Leave some space in the fuel tank for the gasoline to expand Also the fuel cap has a vent hole for fuel va pors Always use the correct fuel cap Failure to follow safety rules about gasoline will cause fires and explosions injury to you and damage to the equipment and other property ha et lle If you add gasoline to an engine that is running or hot the result can be an explosion Before you add gasoline stop the engine and let the engine cool for several seconds Remove dry grass and other debris from the mower Keep the mower clean to improve the performance help the engine and transmission run cooler extend the life of moving parts and decrease the danger of a fire Fires and explosions are not the only dangers when working around a mower The engine transmission and the muffler will get hot in sev eral minutes when the engine is running Do not touch these parts of the mower Stop the engine Let the engine and transmission cool before servicing the mower Remember exhaust fumes are dangerous Never operate the engine inside a buildi
15. in the tyres Adjust the carburettor Check for a damaged belt or damaged pulley Replace the damaged parts CY PROBLEM The grass does dis charge correctly 1 Stop the engine Clean the mower housing 2 Raise the height of cut 3 Replace or sharpen the blade s 4 Move the shift lever to a slower speed 15 5 Move the throttle control to the FAST posi tion 6 Replace the spring for the blade idler 7 Clean the extension tube and the connector tube applies only to model with rear dis charge grass bag PROBLEM The mower housing does not cut level 1 Check the air pressure in the tyres 2 Adjust the level of the mower housing 3 Check the front axle If the front axle does not freely pivot loosen the axle bolt s PROBLEM The mower blades will not rotate 1 Check the mower drive belt Make sure the belt is installed correctly 2 Replace the mower drive belt PROBLEM The unit will not move when the brake is released and the speed control pedal is depressed 1 Check the motion drive belt Make sure the belt is installed correctly 2 Adjust the clutch 3 Replace the motion drive belt 4 Release the Automatic Drive Disconnect under the seat PROBLEM The unit moves slower or stops when the speed control pedal is depressed 1 Adjust the clutch 2 Replace the motion drive belt PROBLEM When the brake pedal is re leased belt noise can be heard
16. 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 as F 030771L sembled The owner must carefully check the unit according to the instructions in this manual before it is first used WARNING Look for this symbol to indicate important safety precautions This symbol indicates Attention Become Alert Your Safety Is At Risk 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 2 Follow all the assembly and preparation instructions 3 Inspect the unit 4 Make sure that the operator of the unit knows how to correctly use all standard and accessory equipment 5 Operate the unit only with guards shields and other safety items in place and working correctly 6 Correctly adjust the unit Service the unit only with authorized or ap proved replacement parts 8 Complete all maintenance on the unit Environmental Awareness Do not fill the engine s fuel tank completely full Drain fuel for off season storage Use only unleaded gasoline Service the air cleaner regularly Change oil regularly Use 30W oil in summer Tune up the engine regularly Keep equipment in efficient operating condition Dispose of used engine oil properly e Dispose of used engi
17. manufac turer s instructions for the type of petrol and oil to use 1 Make sure the unit is level NOTE Do not check the level of the oil while the engine runs 2 Check the oil Follow the procedure in the engine manufacturer s instructions 3 If necessary add oil until the oil reaches the FULL mark on the dipstick The quantity of oil needed from ADD to FULL is shown on the dipstick Do not add too much oil Add Petrol WARNING Always use a safety A petrol container Do not smoke when adding petrol to the fuel tank Do not add petrol when you are inside an enclosure Before you add petrol stop the engine and let the engine cool for several minutes Figure 6 Fill the fuel tank 1 to the FULL 2 position with regular unleaded petrol Do not use premium unleaded petrol Make sure the petrol is fresh and clean Leaded petrol will increase deposits and shorten the life of the valves How To Start The Engine WARNING The electrical system has an operator presence system that includes a sensor switch for the seat These components tell the electrical system if the operator is sitting on the seat This system will stop the engine when the operator leaves the seat if the blade rotation control is engaged or if the transmission is engaged For your protection always make sure this system operates correctly NOTE The engine will not start unless you depress the clutch brake pedal or engage the parking b
18. seat covers These parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship 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 damage 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 which are not due to any defect 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 Authorized 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
19. the cut ting performance decreases or the quality of cut is poor make the following changes WARNING To prevent an injury the blade rotation control must operate correctly 1 When you mow make sure the throttle con trol in in the FAST position 2 Figure 8 Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position 1 3 Stop the engine Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 4 Check the blade s Keep a sharp edge on the blade s A blade that is not sharp will cause the tips of the grass to become brown 5 Figure 9 Disconnect the blade drive spring 2 from the blade control rod 1 Move the blade drive spring 2 to the middle hole 4 This will increase the tension on the mower drive belt 6 Attach the wire to the spark plug Mow for a short distance and again check the quality of cut If necessary move the blade drive spring 2 to the bottom hole 5 7 Again check the quality of cut If the quality of cut has not improved replace the mower drive belt See How To Replace The Mower Drive Belt If the replacing the belt does not correct the problem take the unit to an auth orized service centre 8 Move the blade rotation control to the DIS ENGAGE position Stop the engine 9 Figure 10 Check the operation of the blade brake Rotate the pulleys with your hand Make sure the brake pads 7 are pressed tightly against the pulleys WARNING If the brake pads 7 do not press tightly
20. 2 Part No 095184 690626 711325 094124 15x111 009x57 690183E700 011x25 094121E700 094123 001x84 1001121E700 094006E700 015x88 15x118 1001270E700 094007E700 01x146 030x49 690150 094576 700 01x111 Description Wheel Steering Post Steering Insert Steering Wheel Bearing Nut Flange Bolt Shoulder Gear Pinion Ring Snap Gear Sector Bearing Bolt Plate Steering Plate Engine Nut Flange Nut Flange Bracket Hanger Axle Hanger Bolt Pin Cotter Bearing Spindle Assembly Left Bolt Key No 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 17x104 017x53 Z 015x84 1001460E700 095329E700 094575 700 095328 700 26 249 091334 024373 091923 407924 094578 601 17x195 17x192 17x113 094618 26 267 054789 0025x3 17x146 REPAIR PARTS STEERING Description Washer Washer Nut Flange Axle Assembly Drag Link Left Spindle Assembly Right Drag Link Right Screw Bearing Wheel Stem Valve Tire Tube Wheel and Tire Assembly Washer Washer Washer Hub Cap Screw Bellows Bolt Washer When you order a tire make sure to give the brand name of the tire so that the tread pattern on the tire will match F 030771L 23 MODEL 405001x78B REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION F 030771L 24 MODEL 405001x78B Key No Part No
21. 94156 7 Rod Pivot 34 095033E700 Dash 10 1001648E700 Bracket Pivot 35 094211E700 Plate Dash 11 001x45 Bolt 36 093007E700 Panel Access 12 015x89 Nut 37 095323E700 Support Dash 13 009x55 Bolt Shoulder 38 094013 700 Bracket Rear Hanger 14 094155 Z Washer 39 690544E700 Support Left Grille 15 164x31 Spring 40 094007E700 Axle Hanger 16 26x249 Screw 41 690543E700 Support Right Grille 17 26x263 Screw 42 092332 Z Rod Pivot 18 164x30 Spring 43 1001268E700 Frame Right 19 095249E245 Deck Seat 44 1001269E700 Frame Left 20 015x88 Nut 45 690424 Container Battery 21 094829E700 Plate Index 46 1001002E700 Plate Hitch 23 094999 Mat Left 47 690434 700 Panel Rear 24 094998 Mat Right 51 094215E700 Channel 25 092333E245 Hood F 030771L Instruction Book amp Parts List F 030771L MODEL 405001x78B REPAIR PARTS MOTION DRIVE F 030771L 20 MODEL 405001x78B Key No Part No Description 1 009x39 Bolt Shoulder 2 015x89 Nut Hex 3 690173 Z Arm Idler 4 094041 Z Rod Clutch 5 015x79 Nut 6 17x102 Washer 7 092697 Grip 8 030x20 Pin Cotter 9 094043 Z Lever Shift 10 017x47 Z Washer 11 094044 Z Link Shift 12 021920 Nut Adjuster 13 091079 Grip 14 1001271 Z Rod Parking Brake 15 094815 Nut Adjuster 16 1001303 Z Bracket Shift Pivot 17 26x249 Screw 18 015x84 Nut 19 094042 Z Mount Stud Spring 20 009x54 Bolt Shoulder 21 165 116 Spr
22. Blade Blade Washer Washer Nut Spring Cap Push On Rod Pivot Deflector Assembly Bracket Deflector Bracket Front Hanger Washer Guide Belt Bracket Support Screw Spring Extension Housing Blade Nut Flange Complete Mower Housing Assembly MODEL 405001x78B REPAIR PARTS ENGINE MOUNT F 030771L MODEL 405001x78B Key No O ON O Bb YH HY a g O N FS 0 O F 030771L Part No 092317 092342 095197 7601033 095197 26x201 094006E700 092371 690436 091309 095207 06x103 009 59 092378 0025 7 690439 2 019 35 01x140 17x170 26x249 093349 015x79Z 094384 025 15 092550 26 263 REPAIR PARTS ENGINE MOUNT Description Fuel Cap Fuel Tank Hose Clamp Fuel Line Hose Clamp Screw Plate Engine Throttle Control Engine Muffler Gasket Muffler Adapter Muffler Screw Adapter Bolt Muffler Lock Screw Bolt Engine Mount Stack Pulley Assembly Lockwasher Bolt Hex Washer Screw Guide Belt Nut Flange Guide Belt Screw Shield Heat Screw These parts are included with Key 2 MODEL 405001x78B REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MO SPARK ARMATURE je 22 PLUG Do Genk T S Se Ld GREEN GREEN HEADLIGHT HARNESS YELLOW BLAC
23. Cables Figure 4 WARNING To prevent sparks fasten the red cable to the positive ter minal before you connect the black cable 1 Remove the protective caps from the battery terminals 2 Slide the terminal cover 2 onto the red cable 5 Fasten the red cable 5 to the positive terminal 4 with the fasteners 6 and 7 3 Fasten the black cable 8 to the negative terminal with the fasteners 6 and 7 How To Prepare The Engine NOTE The engine was shipped from the fac tory filled with oil Check the level of the oil Add oil as needed See the engine manufacturer s instructions for the type of petrol and oil to use Before you use the unit read the information on safety oper ation maintenance and storage A facturer s instructions for the type ol petrol and oil to use Always use a safety petrol container Do not smoke when adding petrol to the engine When inside an enclosure do not fill with petrol Before you add petrol stop the engine Let the engine cool for several minutes WARNING Follow the engine manu Important Before You Start Mowing O Check the engine oil O Fill the fuel tank with petrol O Check the level of the mower hous Ing Check the air pressure of the tyres O Attach the battery cables OPERATION NOTE Illustrations and pictorials begin on page 2 Location Of Controls Figure 5 Blade Rotation Control 1 Use the blade rota tion contr
24. Instruction Book Riding Mower Model 405001x78B 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 F 030771L 4 NY Y WE vi Ch TE N 2 Rey MZ 2 Y 2 4 17x192 9 7 17x195 5 30x49 F3 18 F 030771L 42 5 9 LS NS 3 VGA Y oP 0 S 0 A lt lt 6 O 2 H oi 7 A 2 Ki 0 O O 2 25 S 0 U LAS LA N F 030771L F 030771L 25 3 17 146 30x49 INDAK CONTENTS OWNER S INFORMATION 5 SAFE MOWING GUIDE 7 STEPS TO FOLLOW 9 ASSEMBLY 10 OPERATION 11 MAINTENANCE 12 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART 15 SLOPE GUIDE 16 HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS 17 TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANT
25. K START SWITCH a BLACK AC OUTPUT AC WHITE 4 CLUTCH BRAKE AE E SWITCH SES DC PEDAL UP RED YELLOW YELLOW ORANGE SOLENOID STARTER 9 PTO SWITCH el DISENGAGE FUSE RED YELLOW a NC SEAT A veci UNOCCUPIED YELLOW F 030771L 30 MODEL 405001x78B Key No 11 F 030771L Part No 250 92 92372 90084 250 87 92556 20729 91489 91488 94136 54212 407078 94613 26x229 15x116 24x32 26x213 21075 2x82 14x79 690604 250 67 94159 24 31 REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Description Harness Light Wire Socket Light Bulb Light Harness Chassis Wire Switch Ignition Key Ignition Nut Hex Cap Ignition Switch Limit Fuse Holder Fuse Solenoid Screw Mounting Locknut Cable Battery Ground Screw Ground Cable Battery Bolt Carriage Wingnut Boot Battery Harness Seat Switch Wire Switch Seat Sensor Cable 31 F 030771L 32
26. STEPS TO FOLLOW Before Mowing 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 the engine and the instruc tions with any attachments Owner s Manual instructions are for your safety and the safety of others Exhaust fumes are dangerous Start the en gine outside Make sure all safety devices are in place and working correctly e Operation of the mower is only for a person that has experience Wet grass can be dangerous Let the grass dry e 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 F 030771L While Mowing e Watch for fixed objects and avoid them They can damage the mower or cause injury A hot engine muffler and transmission 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 e Do not make adjustments or repairs without
27. Y Murray Inc warrants to the original purchaser that this unit shall be free from defects in material 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 ploughs transmissions batteries and Normal 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 you 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
28. above steps 13 Figure 21 Check the routing of the motion drive belt 1 Make sure the motion drive belt is installed correctly on the idler pulley 2 Make sure the steering shaft assembly 3 is inside the motion drive belt 1 How To Replace The Mower Drive Belt Figure 10 1 Remove the mower housing See the instruc tions on How To Remove The Mower Hous ing 2 Pull the belt retainer 1 away from the idler pulley 2 and remove the mower drive belt 3 3 Pull the belt retainer 4 away from the right mandrel pulley 5 and remove the mower drive belt 3 4 Pull the belt retainer 4 away from the left mandrel pulley 6 and remove the mower drive belt 3 A correct replacement part or assistance is available from an Authorized Service Centre in your area 5 To install the mower drive belt reverse the above steps How To Remove The Mower Housing Figure 22 1 Move the blade rotation control 1 to the DISENGAGE position 2 Move the lift lever 2 to the level adjust ment position 3 Remove the hair pins and the washers from the adjuster arms 3 See illustrations C and D 14 4 Remove the hair pins and washers from the suspension links 4 See illustrations A and B 5 Disconnect the extension spring 5 from the blade control rod 6 See illustration 6 Disconnect the front hanger 9 from the axle support See illustration F 7 Remov
29. air pressure is incorrect the mower housing will not cut level Make sure the tyres are inflated to Front Tyres 0 97 BAR 14 PSI Rear Tyres 0 69 BAR 10 PSI 3 Figure 13 Move the lift lever 1 to the lowest cut position 2 WARNING The lifter lever 3 is spring loaded Make sure the lift lever 3 is locked in the lowest cut position 2 4 Figure 14 Loosen the left and right ad juster knobs 1 Push down on each side of the mower housing Make sure both sides of the mower housing are setting on a flat sur face Also make sure the lift links are loose and can easily move up or down 5 Push down on the lift links 2 and tighten the left and right adjuster knobs 1 Make sure the adjuster knobs 1 are tight If necessary use a wrench to tighten the ad juster knobs 1 Figure 13 Raise the lift lever 1 Mow for a short distance If the height of cut is not level repeat the above steps SR Where To Lubricate Figure 15 Models with grease fittings Lubricate with grease gun Apply grease with a brush to the areas shown Lubricate the areas shown with engine oil of y NOTE Apply grease to the steering gear as sembly CAUTION If the unit is operated in dry areas that have sand use a dry graphite spray to lubricate the unit Check The Tyres Check the air pressure in the tyres Tyres with too much air pressure will cause the unit to ride rough Also the wrong
30. air pressure will keep the mower housing from cutting level The correct air pressure is Front Tyres 0 97 BAR 14 PSI Rear Tyres 0 69 BAR 10 PSI How To Replace The Motion Drive Belt 1 Remove the mower housing See the instruc tions on How To Remove The Mower Hous ing 2 Completely push the pedal forward and en gage the parking brake F 030771L dv Figure 16 Remove the idler pulley 1 4 Figure 17 access the belt guides 1 remove the battery and battery tray See How To Remove The Battery 5 Loosen the belt guides 1 at the drive pulley 2 6 Figure 16 Remove the motion drive belt 3 from the drive pulley 4 7 Figure 18 Remove the adjuster nut 2 from the shifter bracket 3 Pull the motion drive belt over the shifter bracket 3 8 Figure 19 To remove the motion drive belt 1 from the stack pulley 2 pull the front end of the belt under the stack pulley 2 and then back between the stack pulley and the steering plate 3 9 Figure 20 Remove the access panel 1 10 Remove the two screws 4 that attach the steering shaft assembly 2 Raise the steering wheel and steering shaft assembly 2 Pull the motion drive belt 3 under the steering shaft assembly 2 11 Remove the motion drive belt A correct re placement part or assistance is available from an Authorized Service Centre in your area 12 install the motion drive belt reverse the
31. aps 6 install the hub caps 6 Make sure the washers 4 hold the hub caps 6 in place Check The Tyres Check the air pressure in the tyres Tyres with too much air pressure will cause the unit to ride rough Also the wrong air pressure will keep the mower housing from cutting level The correct air pressure is Front Tyres 0 97 BAR 14 PSI Rear Tyres 0 69 BAR 10 PSI The tyres were over inflated for shipment Check The Level Of The Mower Housing Make sure the level of cut is still correct After you mow a short distance look at the area that was cut If the mower housing does not cut level see the instructions on How To Level The Mower Housing in the Maintenance section of this instruction book F 030771L How To Install The Seat Figure 2 1 Carefully remove the plastic bag from the seat 1 2 Align the holes in the seat hinge 2 to the holes in the seat 1 Fasten the seat 1 to the seat hinge 2 with the fasteners 4 and 5 3 Check the operating position of the seat 1 If the seat 1 needs to be adjusted loosen the two wing bolts 5 Slide the seat 1 for ward or backward along the seat adjusting holes 3 Tighten the wing bolts 5 How To Assemble The Steering Wheel Figure 3 1 Make sure the front wheels point forward 2 Slide the cover 3 over the steering post 2 Make sure the collar of the cover 3 is on top 3 Slide the steering wheel 1 onto the steer i
32. art Models replace the module 2 PROBLEM The engine is difficult to start 1 Adjust the carburettor 2 Replace the spark plug 3 Replace the fuel filter PROBLEM The engine does not run smooth or has a loss of power 1 Check the oil Clean the air filter Clean the air screen Replace the spark plug The engine is working too hard Use a lower gear Adjust the carburettor Replace the fuel filter ED PROBLEM The engine does not run smooth at fast speed 1 Replace the spark plug F 030771L 2 Adjust the throttle control 3 Clean the air filter 4 Replace the fuel filter PROBLEM The engine stops when the blades are engaged 1 Check the wiring harness for damage or a loose connection Repair the damaged wire 2 Grass bag must be installed applies only to model with rear discharge grass bag PROBLEM On slopes the engine stops 1 Mow up and down slopes Never mow across a slope PROBLEM The engine will not idle 1 Replace the spark plug Clean the air filter Adjust the carburettor Adjust the throttle control Drain the fuel tank Clean the fuel line Re place the fuel filter SH LE PROBLEM hot engine causes de crease in power 1 Clean the air screen 2 Check the oil 3 Adjust the carburettor 4 Replace the fuel filter PROBLEM Excessive vibration 1 Replace the blade Check for loose engine bolts Decrease the air pressure
33. de For protection from objects discharged from the mower wear clothing that will cover the arms and legs Nol e Before you start cutting the grass practice using the mower in a large open and level area Learn the location of the controls on the mower Know the purpose of the controls and how they work In an emergency how fast you can stop the blade is important Learn how to control the mower at all times Many engines are started by hand When you use a pull start or rope start place your feet apart and away from the blade s Hold the rope handle tight Never wrap the rope around your arm or fingers for a better grip To start the en gine follow the instructions on the mower in this book and in the engine operating instructions For electric start engines sit in the seat to start the engine The battery can be dangerous Fol low the instructions on the battery the acid con tainer and in this book when working with the F 030771L battery Even small batteries have enough volt age to cause an injury Always be careful The mower is designed to be operated by one person Never let another person ride with you on the unit or on any accessories A passenger will make the unit harder to control block the visibility or distract the operator and is danger ous to the operator the passenger and the equipment Without a passenger seat the pas senger can fall from the mower or contact dan gerous parts A mowe
34. e correctly Let the grass dry before cutting 6 Use the left side of the mower housing to trim near an object 7 Discharge the cut grass onto the mowed area The result is a more even discharge of cut grass 8 When you mow large areas start by turning to the right so that the cut grass will dis charge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the op posite direction making left turns until fin ished 9 If the grass is very high cut two times to de crease the load on the engine First cut with the mower housing in the highest position and then lower the mower housing for the second cut 10 For better engine performance and an even discharge of the cut grass always operate the engine with the throttle in FAST position 11 When you use a bagger operate the engine with the throttle in FAST position and the shift lever in first or second gear 12 For better cutting performance and a quality cut mow with the shift lever in one of the slower speeds 13 After each use clean the bottom and top of the mower housing for better performance Also a clean mower housing will help pre vent a fire MAINTENANCE NOTE Illustrations and pictorials begin on page 2 12 General Recommendations 1 The owner s responsibility is to maintain this product This will extend the life of the prod uct and is also necessary to maintain war ranty coverage 2 Check the spark plug drive brake
35. e the mower drive belt 7 from the stack pulley 8 8 Pull the mower housing away from the right side of the unit 9 To install the mower housing reverse the above steps How To Replace The Fuse If the fuse is blown the engine will not start Remove the fuse and replace with a 15 amp automotive fuse Storage over 30 days At the end of each year prepare the unit for stor age as follows 1 Drain the fuel from the carburettor and the fuel tank Change the engine oil See the en gine manufacturer s instructions 2 Clean the entyre unit 3 Charge the battery How To Order Replacement Parts The replacement parts are shown either on the back pages of this Instruction Book or in a sep arate Parts List Book Use only manufacturer s authorized or approved replacement parts The letter placed on the end of the part number denotes the type of finish for the part C for chrome Z for zinc a PA for pur chased assembly It is important that you include this when ordering a part Do not use attach ments or accessories not specifically recom mended for this unit In order to obtain proper replacement parts you must supply the model number of your mower see nameplate Replacement parts except for the engine trans mission transaxle or differential are available from the store where the mower was purchased a service shop recommended by the store If you are unable to obtain parts or service in the
36. emoving the grass bagger or unclogging the chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs or when very tired Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra caution when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Turn off all attachment clutches before tempting to start the engine Always wear goggles safety glasses or an eye shield when you operate the unit to pro tect your eyes from foreign objects that can be thrown from the unit Always wear eye protection when you make an adjustment or repair to the machine Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment a Use only approved drawbar hitch points b Limit loads to those you can safely con trol c Do not turn sharply Use care when back ing d Use counterweights or wheel weights when suggested in the Instruction Book Do not operate this machine if you are taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate this machine safely Data indicates that operators age 60 years F 030771L and above are involved in a large percent age of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to op erate a riding mower safely enough to protect themselves a
37. engine again make the necessary repairs If you feel new or excessive vibration immediately stop the engine and check for the problem Vibration can be a warn ing of a problem Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight The blade is the most dangerous part of the mower Frequently check the blade and the blade mounting fasteners Keep the fasteners tight If the blade hits a solid object stop the en gine Remove the wire from the spark plug Check for a blade that is bent cracked or for other damages Before you start the engine re place a damaged blade s For safety replace Do not service the mower except for the carburetor adjustment while the en gine is running Before you service the unit even with the engine stopped always disconnect the wire from the spark plug to prevent the engine from starting the blade every two years A sharp blade decreases the workload on the engine and more evenly cuts grass Frequently sharpen the blade for a better looking cut Use the left side of the mower housing to trim near an object A grass bagger is a good accessory for your mower For best performance and safety make sure the grass bagger is approved for use with your mower Follow the assembly and operation instructions included with the grass bagger Some grass baggers require a special blade for best performance Before you attach check or empty the grass bagger always stop the engine Before each use of the gra
38. ever refuel the machine indoors d Never store the machine with fuel in the tank or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Never start or run the engine inside a closed area Keep all nuts and bolts especially the blade attachment nuts tight Frequently check the blade s for wear or damage such as cracks and nicks A blade that is bent or damaged must be immediately replaced with an origi nal equipment blade from an authorized ser vice dealer For safety replace the blade every two years Keep the equipment in good condition Never tamper with the safety devices Check their proper operation regularly To reduce fire hazards keep the machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spills Allow the machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before re starting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running The carburetor can be ad justed with the engine running Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine Grass bagger components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For storage always make sure the grass bag is empty Frequently check com ponents and replace with manufacturer s rec ommended parts when necessary Mower blade s are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear glove
39. he adjuster nut 2 6 Connect the adjuster nut 2 to the shifter bracket 3 7 Make sure the NEUTRAL position on the shift lever matches neutral on the gearbox How To Check And Adjust The Clutch Figure 11 If the motion drive belt is loose the clutch will slip when going up a hill pulling a heavy load or the unit will not move forward Adjust the clutch as follows WARNING Before you make an in spection adjustment or repair to the unit disconnect the wire to the spark plug Remove the wire from the spark plug to prevent the engine from starting by accident 1 Check the routing of the motion drive belt Make sure the belt is installed correctly and is inside all the belt guides 2 Remove the cotter pin 1 washer 2 and brake spring 3 from the adjustable nut 4 3 Disconnect the adjustable nut 4 from the brake lever assembly 5 and the parking brake latch 6 4 Align the hole in the brake lever 5 with the hole in the frame Hold the brake lever 5 in place with a 6 mm pin or bolt 7 5 Pull the clutch rod forward until tight Turn the adjustable nut 4 until the nut will fit through the hole in the brake lever 5 6 Assemble the adjustable nut 4 to the parking brake latch 6 brake lever 5 and brake spring 3 Fasten with the washer 2 and cotter pin 1 7 Remove the 6 mm pin or bolt 7 8 If the belt still slips after the clutch has been adjusted then the motion
40. he turning radius of the mower The controls on your riding mower are different from an automobile The throttle is op erated by hand and holds the engine speed con stant until it is changed The location of the travel speed control is different from that of an automobile Also the brake and clutch systems are different Remember the procedures to fol low in an emergency Remember turning off the engine ignition switch will stop the blade and the drive mechanism If the traction of the wheels is lost or does not feel safe disengage all systems and stop the engine Dismount from the mower Push the unit to a safe place before you begin mowing again Your unit has an electrical system that includes an operator presence switch in the seat The operator presence switch detects if the operator is sitting on the seat The engine will stop if the operator leaves the seat when the blade en gagement control is engaged This operator presence switch is a safety device only It must not regularly be used to stop the engine or the blade There are other control systems on the mower for this purpose Always keep the opera tor presence switch and other safety devices and controls in place and operating for your pro tection Remember your mower is a tool that can be dangerous if it is not correctly used Follow the instructions in this Instruction Book Safe and careful use of the mower will give you many safe hours of problem free use
41. ing Extension 22 1001302E700 Bracket Right Shifter 23 1001268E701 Frame Right 24 002x53 Bolt Carriage 25 1001269E701 Frame Left 26 094045 Z Latch Parking Brake 27 021544 28 094038E700 Lever Brake Clutch 29 1001117E700 Bracket Pedal 30 037x87 Belt Motion Drive 31 094031 Z Yoke Shift Key No 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 61 0031 6 017 38 690369 06 105 015 88 020697 01x155 094008E700 690409 094433 0011x7 095094 021553 17x160 690554 Z 024373 024375 407049 092294 601 17x195 0011x3 094618 093349 0031x4 165x115 165x92 26x216 17x148 26x267 17x169 REPAIR PARTS MOTION DRIVE Description Pin Hair Washer Spacer Bolt Transaxle Nut Key Woodruff Bolt Bracket Transaxle Pulley Strap Torque E Ring Pulley Drive Key Square Washer Spacer Transaxle Stem Valve Tire Tube Wheel amp Tire Assembly Washer E Ring Hub Cap Guide Belt Pin Hair Spring Extension Spring Extension Screw Washer Screw Washer When you order a tire make sure to give the brand of the tire so that the tread pattern on the tire will match information on Replacement Parts see the Central Parts Distributor in your area F 030771L 21 MODEL 405001x78B REPAIR PARTS STEERING F 030771L MODEL 405001x78B Key No 20 21 2
42. manner outlined above then contact Murray Inc International Sales PO Box 268 Brent wood TN 37024 USA Fax 615 373 6633 Replacement parts for the engine transaxle or transmission are available from the manufac turer s authorized service centre found in the commercial pages of the telephone directory Also see the individual engine or transmission warranties to order replacement parts When ordering the following information is re quired 1 The Model Number 2 Serial Number 3 Part Number 4 Quantity TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART PROBLEM The engine will not start 1 Follow the steps How To Start The Engine in this book 2 Electric Start Models Clean the battery ter minals Tighten the cables 3 Check for a loose wire Tighten the limit switches See the wiring diagram 4 Drain the fuel tank Clean the fuel line Re place the fuel filter 5 Remove the spark plug s Move the throttle to the SLOW position Turn the ignition key to the ON position Try to start the engine sev eral times Install the spark plug 6 Replace the spark plug 7 Adjust the carburettor PROBLEM The engine will not turn over 1 Follow the steps How To Start The Engine in this book 2 Electric Start Models Charge the battery Replace the fuse 4 Check the wiring harness for damage or a loose connection Repair the damaged wire 5 Electric Start Models replace the solenoid Recoil St
43. n IMPORTANT Read the Instruction Book Keep this book for future use and reference ASSEMBLY All fasteners are in the parts bag Do not discard any parts or material until the unit is assembled WARNING Before doing any as A sembly or maintenance to the mower remove the wire from the spark plug NOTE In this instruction book left and right describe the location of a part with the oper ator on the seat NOTE Illustrations and pictorials begin on page 2 NOTE To assemble the following loose parts use the fasteners shown at full size in Figure 23 How To Install The Front Wheels Figure 1 Use a knife and cut the four sides of the con tainer Install the front wheels 1 in the con tainer NOTE Use a piece of wood about 4 feet 1 25 meters long to raise the front of the tractor If a piece of wood cannot be found get another person to help lift the tractor Be careful do not let the tractor fall 1 Raise the front of the tractor Set a support block of wood under the tractor 2 Make sure the valve stem 2 is to the out side of the tractor Slide the front wheel 1 on the spindle 3 3 Fasten each front wheel 1 with washer 4 and cotter pin 5 Bend the ends of the cotter pin 5 appart to keep the front wheel 1 on the spindle 3 4 After the front wheels 1 are installed lift the tractor from the support Roll the tractor off of the container 5 If your tractor has hub c
44. n overturn and an injury or death 3 Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding 4 Do try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground 5 Do not use a grass bagger or other rear mounted accessories on steep slopes great er than 10 degrees III Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Chil dren are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity NEVER assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of another responsible adult 6 Be alert and turn the engine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children or any passengers even with the blades off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with the safe operation of the machine Never allow children to operate the machine Instruct children in the potential dangers of the machine Use extra care when approaching blind cor ners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV Service 1 10 11 Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels Fuels are flammable and the va pors are explosive a Use only an approved container b Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before refueling Do not smoke c N
45. nd others from serious injury ll Slope operation Slopes and rough terrain are major factors related to loss of control and tip over acci dents which can result in severe injury or death ALL slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on the slope do not mow it See the Slope Guide in the back of this book to check for safe operation DO 1 Mow up and down slopes not across 2 Remove obstacles such as rocks limbs etc 3 Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven ter rain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles 4 Use slow speed Choose a low enough gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope 5 Use slow speed on slopes Do not make sudden speed changes 6 Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to im prove stability 7 Use extra care with grass baggers or other attachments they can change the stability of the machine 8 Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction 9 Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction turn off the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT 1 Do turn on slopes unless absolutely nec essary then only turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible 2 Donot mow drop offs ditches or embank ments A wheel over the edge or an edge caving in could cause a sudde
46. ne oil properly 1 12 13 20 21 Safe Operation Practices Ride On Mowers This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death General Operation Read understand and follow all instructions in the Instruction Book on the machine the engine and with any attachments before starting Only allow responsible adults who are famil lar with the instructions to operate the ma chine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people be fore mowing Stop the machine if anyone en ters the area Never carry passengers Turn off power to the blades or any attach ments before backing up Do not mow in re verse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while back ing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass bagger or the mower guard in place Slow down before turning Never leave a machine unattended with the engine running Always turn off the blade s set the parking brake stop the engine and remove the key before dismounting Turn off power to attachment s when trans porting or not in use Turn off the blade s when not mowing Stop the engine before r
47. ng When you get a new mower it can be a new experience for the family Tell each person how a mower can be dangerous Remember a mower is not a toy A mower is not to be used by chil dren or anyone not old enough strong enough or that does not have experience If the mower is not correctly assembled not op erated correctly or not regularly serviced the mower can be dangerous The most important rule to follow is always use good judgement and common sense Mow safely and carefully Your mower will easily cut thick grass Fingers feet and other parts can also be cut by the blade Injuries occur when the operator does not think and reaches into the chute opening Al ways operate the mower as if the blade is rotat ing Do not service or make an adjustment except to the carburetor while the engine is run ning Use only accessories that are factory approved for your mower The wrong accessory can de crease the safety of the mower and can even damage the unit Read and follow the instruc tions included with the accessory and the mow er Use only original equipment or replacement parts that are factory approved for service If you F 030771L need service select an Authorized Service Cen ter for your mower If you do the work on the unit follow the instructions in the Instruction Book When you mow remember that children are at tracted to the mower Always use caution when mowing around obstacles like trees o
48. ng post 2 4 Attach the steering wheel 1 to the steer ing post 2 with screw 4 and washer 6 5 Some models have an optional insert 7 in the parts bag Attach the insert 7 to the center of the steering wheel 1 Maintenance Free Battery Figure 4 IMPORTANT Before you attach the battery cables to the battery check the battery date The battery date tells if the battery must be charged 1 Check the top of the battery 1 for the loca tion of the battery date 2 If the battery 1 is put into service before the the battery cables can be attached with out charging the battery 1 See How To Install The Battery Cables the battery 1 is put into service after the the battery 1 must be charged See How To Charge The Maintenance Free Battery How To Charge The Battery Figure 4 WARNING When you charge the battery do not smoke Keep the bat A tery away from any sparks The fumes from the battery acid can cause an explosion 1 Remove the battery 1 and battery tray 3 10 2 Remove the protective caps from the battery terminals Use a 12 volt battery charger to charge the battery 1 Charge at a rate of 6 amperes for one hour If you do not have a battery charger have an authorized service centre charge the battery 4 Install the battery 1 and battery tray 3 Make sure the positive terminal 4 is on the left side How To Install The Battery
49. ol to start and stop the rotation of the blade Clutch Brake Pedal 2 The pedal has two functions The first function is a clutch The sec ond function is a brake Headlight Switch 3 The headlight switch is the first part of the ignition switch To use the lights with the engine running turn the key to the position for the lights Ignition Switch 3 Use the ignition switch to start and stop the engine Shift Lever 4 Use the shift lever to change the speed of the unit Lift Lever 5 Use the lift lever to change the height of cut Parking Brake Lever 6 Use the parking brake lever to engage the brake when you leave the unit Throttle Control Lever 7 Use the throttle control lever to increase or decrease the speed of the engine Attachments This unit can use many different attachments This unit can pull attachments like a lawn sweeper a lawn aerator or a hopper spreader This unit can not use attachments that engage the ground like a plough a disk harrow or a cultivator For trailer and pull behind attachments the maximum weight 15 113 kg 250 105 How To Use The Throttle Control Figure 5 Use the throttle control 7 to increase or de crease the speed of the engine 1 The FAST position is marked with a detent For normal operation and when using a grass bagger move the throttle control to the FAST position For maximum charging of the battery and for a cooler running engine oper a
50. op the unit Keep your foot on the pedal 11 N Move the blade rotation control 1 to the DISENGAGE position 3 Move the shift lever 4 to the NEUTRAL position 4 Set the parking brake 6 WARNING Make sure the parking brake will hold the unit 5 Move the throttle control 7 to the SLOW position 6 To stop the engine turn the ignition key 3 to the OFF position Remove the key How To Transport The Unit To transport the unit follow the steps below 1 Move the blade rotation control to the DIS ENGAGE position 2 Raise the lift lever to the highest position 3 Move the throttle control to a position be tween SLOW and FAST 4 To go faster move the shift lever to a faster speed How To Operate With The Mower Housing IMPORTANT When you operate with the mower housing always operate with the throttle control in the FAST position 1 Start the engine 2 Move the lift lever to a height of cut position In high or thick grass cut the grass in the highest position first and then lower the mower housing to a lower position 3 Move the throttle control to the SLOW posi tion 4 Slowly move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE position 5 Push the clutch brake pedal completely for ward 6 Move the shift lever to one of the speed set tings NOTE When you mow in heavy grass or mow with a bagger put the shift lever in the slowest speed 7 Slowly release the clutch brake pedal
51. ove the throttle control lever 7 to the SLOW position 3 To go forward move the shift lever 4 to a forward speed setting To go backward move the shift lever 4 to reverse 4 Slowly release the clutch brake pedal 2 Do not keep your foot on the pedal 5 Move the throttle control 7 to the FAST position How To Use The Parking Brake Figure 5 1 Completely push the clutch brake pedal 2 forward 2 Lift the parking brake lever 6 3 Remove your foot from the clutch brake pedal 2 and then release the parking brake lever 6 Make sure the parking brake will hold the unit 4 To release the parking brake 6 completely push the clutch brake pedal 2 forward The parking brake will automatically release A operator s position move the shift lever to the neutral N position Set the parking brake Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position Stop the engine and remove the ignition key WARNING Before you leave the How To Change The Cutting Height Figure 5 To change the cutting height raise or lower the lift lever 5 as follows 1 Move the lift lever 5 forward to lower the mower housing and back to raise the mower housing 2 When you ride on a sidewalk or road move the lift lever 5 to the highest position and move the blade rotation control to the DIS ENGAGE position How To Stop The Unit Figure 5 1 Completely push the clutch brake 2 forward to st
52. r is not a toy for showing off or for giving rides Never cut a wet lawn Wet grass can cause an accident affect mower performance and can cause problems with future lawn growth and ap pearance Wet grass is slippery and can cause the mower to slip Someone can get injured by touching the blade s Wet grass tends to clog the mower causing poor discharge Cut wet grass will collect on the lawn retarding the growth of the grass Also getting the mower wet will cause parts to rust and decrease the life of the unit 14 ty When you look over the lawn remember ob stacles that cannot be removed like pipes stumps or rocks Keep away from these ob stacles that can cause damage to the mower or injury to the operator or a person near the mow er Clear the area of rocks toys wire or other loose objects These items can damage the mower or can be discharged by the mower blade The blade of a power mower rotates very fast It can discharge rocks and other objects over a long distance which can be dangerous The force of the objects can break windows cause injuries or even put an eye out Most of the time the injury is to a person like a child Keep every person completely away from the area to be mowed Make sure the grass is not discharged toward anyone Planning your mow ing pattern has a double advantage It can de crease the possibility of an injury and make the clean up after mowing easier Check
53. r shrubs or when moving backward Only mow in a forward direction if possible Your visibility is decreased when you mow backward Also the blades are made to cut while the unit is moving forward If you mow backward the cutting performance decreases Before you leave the mower stop the engine Remove the key Disengage and lower any at tachment Set the parking brake Never mount or dismount from the seat while the engine is running An accident can occur if you touch the brake speed control pedal throttle or blade control while the engine is running Mount and dismount from the seat on the side of the unit that is marked ENTER EXIT Make sure you are in good condition when you mow When you mow for several hours your re flexes will decrease and your mind will not be as alert Take a short break or an accident can oc cur If the temperature is hot use caution to pre vent dehydration If you are tired angry completely alert do not operate the mower If you use alcohol medication or drugs do not use the mower or any type of power equipment Engine speed is a key to safe mowing and toa good looking lawn The maximum speed of the engine was set at the factory Do not change the setting of the engine governor Select the maximum engine and ground speed that is right for the terrain and the height of the grass The blade cuts best when the engine is operating at maximum speed The engine and transmission will
54. rake and move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position 1 Push the brake pedal completely forward Keep your foot on the pedal 2 Move the shift lever to the neutral N posi tion 3 Make sure the blade rotation control is in the DISENGAGE position F 030771L 4 Move the throttle control completely forward to the CHOKE or FAST position Some mo dels have a separate choke knob Pull the choke knob to the full CHOKE position 5 Turn the ignition key to the START position NOTE If the engine does not start after four or five tries move the throttle control to the FAST position Again try to start the engine If the engine will not start see the TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART 6 Slowly move the throttle control to the SLOW position 7 To start a hot engine move the throttle con trol to a position between FAST and SLOW Mowing And Bagging Tips 1 For a lawn to look better check the cutting level of the mower housing See How To Level The Mower Housing in the Mainten ance section 2 For the mower housing to cut level make sure the tyres have the correct amount of air pressure 3 Every time you use the unit check the blade If the blade is bent or damaged immediately replace the blade Also make sure the nut for the blade is tight 4 Keep the blade s sharpened Worn blades will cause the ends of the grass to turn brown 5 Do not cut or bag grass that is wet Wet grass will not discharg
55. s and use extra caution when servicing them or the blade housing area Check the brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Wait for all movement to stop before servic ing any part of the unit SAFE MOWING GUIDE Each person that operates power equipment must learn to use correct and safe mowing pro cedures To help you learn carefully read the following pages Most of the time the operator was not correctly shown or did not read the in structions on the unit or in the Instruction Book before using the unit Also some operators do not have enough experience The result is un safe use endangering the operator bystanders and the equipment Another result can be a poor appearance of the area mowed Read this book Read the instructions on the unit Operate the mower according to the Safe Mowing Guide Follow all safety rules cautions or warnings in this book and on the unit Make sure anyone that uses the unit reads the instruc tions and is told how to safely operate the mow er The mower will give you good service and dura bility if operated in normal conditions If the mower is not correctly serviced or is used where the terrain is rough or unsuitable product per formance and safety will be decreased Correct clothing is an important part of safe mowing Safety glasses will protect the eyes from objects discharged by the mower Safety shoes with steel plates can protect a foot from injury by the bla
56. ss bagger check for cracks wear or deterioration Before you use the grass bagger replace a damaged part witha replacement part approved by the factory For you to have a good green lawn follow the mowing procedures below Do not cut the grass too short If you cut the grass too short you can cause the grass to become yellow or make the lawn look brown Use a lower height of cut in cool months when the grass 15 thicker Raise the height of cut in hot dry periods If you cut the grass with a blade that is not sharp or at a slow engine speed you can damage the grass Move the throttle control to the FAST position when mowing and using the grass bagger Also use a slower ground speed when using the grass bag ger If you change the direction or pattern of cut slightly every time you mow will make the grass grow stronger and thicker Do not add oil or gas oline to the mower while on the lawn Spilled oil or gasoline can kill the grass In high or thick grass do not try to cut all the grass the first time Raise the height of cut on the first cutting and lower the height for the next cutting Another way 15 to cut only part of the width of the mower and decrease your ground speed not the en gine to move more slowly so that the mower can discharge the grass as it moves forward Understand the controls and how they work Learn the ground speed s of your mower Check the stopping distance required at different travel speeds Check t
57. te the engine in the FAST position 2 The engine governor is set at the factory for maximum performance Do not adjust the governor to increase the speed of the en gine How To Use The Blade Rotation Control Figure 5 Use the blade rotation control 1 to engage the blade s 1 Before you start the engine make sure the blade rotation control 1 is in the DISEN GAGE position 2 Move the blade rotation control 1 to the ENGAGE position to rotate the blade s NOTE If the engine stops when you en gage the blade s the seat switch is not activated Make sure you sit in the middle of the seat F 030771L 3 Move the blade rotation control 1 to the DISENGAGE position to stop the blade s Before you leave the operator s position make sure the blade s has stopped rotating 4 Before you ride the unit across a sidewalk or a road move the blade rotation control 1 to the DISENGAGE position WARNING Always keep your hands and feet away from the blade deflector opening and the mower housing when the engine runs How To Use The Shift Lever Figure 5 To change the forward speed or the direction of the unit follow the steps below CAUTION Before you move the shift lever completely push the clutch brake pedal for ward to stop the unit If the unit is not stopped the gearbox can be damaged 1 Completely push the clutch brake pedal 2 forward to stop the unit Keep your foot on the pedal 2 M
58. the terrain of the area to be mowed Mow in a pattern that will keep you away from danger ous areas Check the distance you need to stop and the distance available to turn Slopes and rough terrain must be mowed carefully and some areas must not be mowed at all With rid ing mowers mow up and down the hill When you must mow rough terrain or on slopes drive slowly and stop in these areas only in an emer gency Before you ride up or down a slope try to back straight up the slope Do not ride up or down a slope that is too steep to back straight up See the Guide in the back of this Instruc tion Book to check any slopes Before you start cutting make sure the mower was completely assembled according to the In struction Book If the mower was completely as sembled at the store you must still check the mower according to the assembly instructions Make sure the mower is correctly assembled and that all fasteners are tight Make sure the engine has the correct amount of oil Check these items often during the life of the mower Your mower has a gasoline engine Gasoline is a dangerous fuel Keep gasoline only in an ap proved safety gasoline container Do not keep large amounts of gasoline When you add gaso line to the fuel tank do not smoke Store the gasoline container and the mower in an area that has good ventilation Also keep the gaso line away from any flames like the pilot light of a furnace or any other source of

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