Simplicity MULTI-LANGUAGE OPERATOR'S MANUAL, MURRAY RIDING MOWER 15.5HP 42" Kasutusjuhend

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Riding Mower

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7800411 ELT155420H Murray CE Riding Mower, 15.5HP, 42"

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Operator’s Manual – Riding mower

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Manual del operador - Montar a caballo

Operator’s Manual

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Thank you

for purchasing this quality-built MURRAY mower. We are pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the

MURRAY brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your MURRAY mower will

provide many years of dependable service.

This manual contains

safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with mowers and how to

avoid them. Because Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC does not necessarily know all the applications this mower

could be used for, it is important that you read and understand these instructions. Save these original instructions for future

reference.

This mower requires final assembly before use.

Refer to the

Assembly

section of this manual for instructions on

final assembly procedures. Follow the instructions completely.

Where to Find Us

You never have to look far to find Briggs & Stratton support and service for your mower. There are over 30,000 Briggs &

Stratton authorized service dealers worldwide who provide quality service. You can also contact Briggs & Stratton Customer

Service by phone at (800) 528-5087, or on the Internet at www.murray.com.

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Table of Contents

Operator Safety .................................. 4

International Pictorials ...................................... 4

Responsibility of the Owner .................................. 4

Safe Operation Practices .................................... 5

Assembly ....................................... 7

Front Wheels .............................................. 7

Seat ..................................................... 7

Steering Wheel ............................................ 7

Maintenance Free Battery ................................... 7

Important! Before You Start Mowing ........................... 8

Features and Controls ............................ 9

Location of Controls ........................................ 9

Attachments .............................................. 9

Operation ....................................... 10

Safety Interlock System Tests ................................ 10

Using Controls ............................................ 10

Driving and Stopping the Unit ................................ 10

Mowing .................................................. 12

Before Starting the Engine ................................... 12

Mowing and Bagging Tips ................................... 13

Maintenance .................................... 14

Maintenance Chart ......................................... 14

Check Tire Pressure ........................................ 15

Maintenance Free Battery ................................... 15

Storage .................................................. 15

Order Replacement Parts ................................... 15

Troubleshooting ................................. 16

Warranty ........................................ 18

WARNING

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain

lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other

reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain

vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer or other reproductive

harm.

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Operator Safety

International Pictorials

IMPORTANT:

The following pictorials are lo cated on your

unit or on literature supplied with the product. Before you

operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for each

pictorial.

NOTE:

Illustrations and pictorials begin on page 1.

Safety Warning Pictorials (Figure 1)

A - WARNING.

B - IMPORTANT: Read Owner’s Manual Before

Operating This Machine.

C - WARNING: Thrown Objects. Keep Bystanders

Away. Read User Instructions Before Operating

This Machine.

D - WARNING: Do Not Use This Machine On Slopes

Greater Than 10 Degrees.

E - DANGER: Keep People, Especially Children, Away

From Unit.

F - DANGER: No Step.

G - DANGER: Keep Feet And Hands Away From

Rotating Blade.

H - DANGER: Disconnect Spark Plug Wire Before

Servicing Unit.

I - WARNING: Hot Surface.

J - WARNING: Use Caution When Connecting Or

Disconnecting Accessories.

K - WARNING: Crushed Fingers.

L - IMPORTANT: Follow Instructions In Owner’s

Manual To Level The Deck.

M - WARNING: Stay Clear Of Mower Blade As Long

As Engine Is Running.

Control and Operating Pictorials (Figure 2)

A - Engine Start

B - Lights

C - Engine Stop

D - Engine Run

E - Engine Run

F - Brake

G - Parking Brake

H - Clutch

I - Slow

J - Fast

K - Choke

L - Oil

M - Blade Rotation Control

N - Raise

O - Fuel

Responsibility of the Owner

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. Save these original instructions for future reference.

WARNING: Look for this symbol to indicate

important safety precautions. This symbol

indicates: “Attention! Become Alert! Your

Safety Is At Risk.”

WARNING: 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 to the operator or

bystanders.

The responsibility of the owner is to follow the instructions

below.

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Safe Operation Practices

For Ride-On (Riding) Rotary Mower Machines

Training

Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the 1.

controls and the proper use of the equipment.

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these 2.

instructions to use the mower. Local regulations may

restrict the age of the operator.

Never mow while people, especially children, or pets 3.

are nearby.

Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for 4.

accidents or hazards occur ring to other people or their

property.

Do not carry passengers. 5.

All drivers should seek and obtain pro fessional 6.

and practical instruction. Such instruction should

emphasize:

the need for care and concentration when working a.

with ride-on machines;

control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope will b.

not be regained by the application of the brake. The

main reasons for loss of control are:

insufficient wheel grip; •

being driven too fast; •

inadequate braking;•

the type of machine is unsuitable for its task; •

lack of awareness of the effect of ground •

conditions, especially slopes;

incorrect hitching and load dis tribution. •

Preparation

While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and 1.

long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when

barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to 2.

be used and remove all ob jects which may be thrown

by the machine.

WARNING – Petrol is highly flammable.

3.

Store fuel in containers specifically de signed for this a.

purpose.

Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while b.

refuelling.

Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove c.

the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the

engine is run ning or when the engine is hot.

If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine d.

but move the machine away from the area of

spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition

until petrol vapours have dissipated.

Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely. e.

Replace faulty silencers. 4.

Before using, always visually inspect to see that the 5.

blades, blade bolts and cutter as sembly are not worn or

damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts

in sets to preserve balance.

On multi-blade machines, take care as ro tating one 6.

blade can cause other blades to rotate.

Operation

Do not operate the engine in a confined space where 1.

dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. 2.

Before attempting to start the engine, dis engage all 3.

blade attachment clutches and shift into neutral.

Do not use on slopes of more than 10 de grees. 4.

Remember there is no such thing as a “safe” slope. 5.

Travel on grass slopes re quires particular care. To

guard against overturning:

do not stop or start suddenly when going up or a.

downhill;

engage clutch slowly, always keep machine in gear, b.

especially when tra velling downhill;

machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and c.

during tight turns;

stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden d.

hazards;

never mow across the face of the slope, unless the e.

mower is designed for this purpose.

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Operation (Continued)

Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment. 6.

Use only approved drawbar hitch points. a.

Limit loads to those you can safely control. b.

Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing. c.

Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when d.

suggested in the In struction Book.

Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways. 7.

Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other 8.

than grass.

When using any attachments, never direct discharge of 9.

material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the

machine while in operation.

Never operate the mower with defective guards or 10.

shields, or without safety protec tive devices in place.

Do not change the engine governor set tings or 11.

overspeed the engine. Operating an engine at

excessive speed may in crease the hazard of personal

injury.

Before leaving the operator’s position:12.

disengage the power take-off and lower the a.

attachments;

change into neutral and set the park ing brake; b.

stop the engine and remove the key. c.

Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and 13.

disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the ignition

key:

before cleaning blockages or unclog ging chute; a.

before checking, cleaning or working on the mower; b.

after striking a foreign object. Inspect the mower c.

for damage and make re pairs before restarting and

operating the equipment;

if the machine starts to vibrate abnor mally (check d.

immediately).

Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or 14.

not in use.

Stop the engine and disengage drive to at tachment:15.

before refuelling; a.

before removing the grass catcher; b.

before making height adjustment un less adjustment c.

can be made from the operator’s position.

Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if 16.

the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel

off at the con clusion of mowing.

Before and when backing, look 17.

behind and down

for

small children.

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, 18.

trees or other objects that may obscure vision.

Maintenance and Storage

On multi-blade machines, take care as ro tating one 1.

blade can cause other blades to rotate.

When machine is to be parked, stored or left 2.

unattended, lower the cutting means unless a positive

mechanical lock is used.

Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the 3.

equipment is in safe working condition.

Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside 4.

a building where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark.

Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. 5.

To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, 6.

battery compartment and petrol storage area free of

grass, leaves, or ex cessive grease.

Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or 7.

deterioration.

Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. 8.

If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done 9.

outdoors.

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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 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 1.

NOTE:

To assemble the following loose parts, use the

fasteners shown at full size in Figure 3.

Front Wheels

How To Install The Front Wheels (Figure 4)

Use a knife and cut the four sides of the con tainer. Install the

front wheels (A)

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.

Raise the front of the tractor. Set a support (block of 1.

wood) under the tractor.

Make sure the 2.

valve stem (B)

is to the out side of the

tractor. Slide the

front wheel (A)

on the

spindle

(C)

.

Fasten each 3.

front wheel (A)

with

washer (D)

and

cotter pin (E)

. Bend the ends of the

cotter pin (E)

apart to keep the

front wheel (A)

on the

spindle

(C)

.

Fasten each4.

front wheel (A)

with

washer (D)

and

e-ring (G)

.

After the 5.

front wheels (A)

are installed, lift the tractor

from the support. Roll the tractor off of the container.

If your tractor has 6.

hub caps (F)

, install the

hub

caps (F)

. Make sure the

washers (D)

hold the

hub

caps (F)

in place.

Seat

How To Install The Seat (Figure 5)

Carefully remove the plastic bag from the 1.

seat (A)

.

Align the holes in the 2.

seat hinge (B)

to the holes in

the

seat (A)

. Fasten the

seat (A)

to the

seat hinge

(B)

with the

fasteners (D)

and

(E)

.

Check the operating position of the 3.

seat (A)

. If the

seat (A)

needs to be adjusted, loosen the two

wing

bolts (E)

. Slide the

seat (A)

for ward or backward

along the

seat adjusting holes (C)

. Tighten the

wing bolts (E)

.

Steering Wheel

How To Assemble The Steering Wheel (Figure 6)

Make sure the front wheels point forward. 1.

Slide the2.

cover (C)

over the

steering post (B)

.

Make sure the collar of the

cover (C)

is on top.

Slide the 3.

steering wheel (A)

onto the

steer ing

post (B)

.

Attach the4.

steering wheel (A)

to the

steer ing post

(B)

with

screw (D)

and

washer (E)

.

Some models have an 5.

optional

insert (F)

in the

parts bag. Attach the

insert (F)

to the center of the

steering wheel (A)

.

Maintenance Free Battery

IMPORTANT:

Before you attach the battery cables to the

battery, check the battery date. The battery date tells if the

battery must be charged.

(Figure 7) Check the top and the side of the 1.

battery

(A)

for the location of the battery date.

If the 2.

battery (A)

is put into service before the battery

date, the battery cables can be attached with out

charging the

battery (A)

. See “How To Install The

Battery Cables”.

If the 3.

battery (A)

is put into service after the battery

date, the

battery (A)

must be charged. See “How To

Charge The Battery”.

How To Charge The Battery (Figure 7)

WARNING: When you charge the battery, do

not smoke. Keep the bat tery away from any

sparks. The fumes from the battery acid can

cause an explosion.

Remove the 1.

battery (A)

and

battery tray (C)

.

Remove the protective cap from the battery terminal. 2.

Use a 12 volt battery charger to charge the 3.

battery

(A)

. Charge at a rate of 6 amperes for one hour. If

you do not have a battery charger, have an authorized

service center charge the battery.

Install the 4.

battery (A)

and

battery tray (C)

. Make

sure the

positive (+) terminal (D)

is on the left side.

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How To Install The Battery Cables (Figure 7)

WARNING: To prevent sparks, fasten the

red cable to the positive (+) ter minal before

you connect the black cable.

Remove the protective cap from the battery terminal. 1.

Slide the 2.

terminal cover (B)

onto the

red cable

(E)

. Fasten the

red cable (E)

to the

positive (+)

terminal (D)

with the

fasteners (F)

and

(G)

.

Fasten the 3.

black cable (H)

to the negative (-)

terminal with the

fasteners (F)

and

(G)

.

Important! Before You Start Mowing

Check the engine oil. •

Fill the fuel tank with petrol. •

Check the air pressure of the tires. •

Check the level of the mower hous ing. •

Attach the battery cables. •

Check Tire Pressure

Check the air pressure in the tires. Tires 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 Tires 0,97 BAR (14 PSI),

Rear Tires 0,69 BAR (10 PSI). The tires were over-inflated

for shipment.

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.

WARNING: Follow the engine manu-

facturer’s instructions for the type of 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.

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Features and Controls

NOTE:

Illustrations and pictorials begin on page 1.

Location of Controls (Figure 8, Figure 10)

Blade Rotation Control (A)

— Use the blade rota tion

control to start and stop the rotation of the blade.

Brake Pedal (B)

— Use the brake pedal to quickly stop.

Headlight Switch (C)

— 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 (C)

— Use the ignition switch to start and

stop the engine.

Speed Control Pedal (D)

— Use the speed con trol pedal

to change the speed and the direction of the unit.

Lift Lever (E)

— Use the lift lever to change the height of

cut.

Parking Brake Lever (F)

— Use the parking brake lever

to engage the brake when you leave the unit.

Throttle Control Lever (G)

— Use the throttle control

lever to increase or decrease the speed of the engine.

(Figure 10)

Automatic Drive Disconnect (A)

— Use the

automatic drive disconnect to disengage the transmission.

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

is 113 kg (250 lbs).

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Operation

Safety Interlock System Tests

WARNING: This unit is equipped with safety

interlock switches and other safety devices.

These safety systems are present for your

safety. Do not attempt to bypass safety

switches, and never tamper with safety

devices.

Test 1 — Engine should NOT start if:

Blade rotation control is in the ENGAGE position, OR•

Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake •

OFF).

Test 2 — Engine SHOULD start if:

Operator is sitting in seat, AND •

Blade rotation control is in the DISENGAGE position, •

AND

Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON).•

Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:

Operator rises off seat.•

Test 4 — Check Blade Brake Stopping Time

Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a

complete stop within five seconds after blade rotation control

is moved to DISENGAGE position. If the mower drive belt

does not stop within five seconds, see your dealer.

WARNING: If the unit does not pass a safety

test, do not operate it. See your authorized

dealer.

Using Controls

How To Use The Throttle Control (Figure 8)

Use the

throttle control (G)

to increase or de crease the

speed of the engine.

The FAST position is marked with a detent. For normal 1.

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 ate the engine in the FAST position.

The engine governor is set at the factory for maximum 2.

performance. Do not adjust the governor to increase the

speed of the en gine.

How To Use The Blade Rotation Control (Figure 8)

Use the

blade rotation control (A)

to engage the

blade(s).

Before you start the engine, make sure the 1.

blade

rotation control (A)

is in the DISEN GAGE position.

Move the 2.

blade rotation control (A)

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.

Move the 3.

blade rotation control (A)

to the

DISENGAGE position to stop the blade(s). Before you

leave the operator’s position, make sure the blade(s)

has stopped rotating.

Before you ride the unit across a sidewalk or a road, 4.

move the

blade rotation control (A)

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 Speed Control Pedal (Figure 8)

The drive system uses a Hydrostatic Automatic Drive

transmission. The Hydrostatic trans mission is very easy to

operate. This type of drive system does not require a shift

lever or a clutch pedal.

The speed and direction of travel is controlled by a single

speed control pedal (D)

operated with your right foot.

Do not use the left brake pedal in normal operation. Only use

the left brake pedal to quickly stop in an emergency.

Driving and Stopping the Unit

How To Drive Forward

(Figure 10) The 1.

automatic drive discon nect (A)

must be in the

DRIVE position (B)

.

Slowly release your left foot from the brake pedal. 2.

Move the throttle control to the FAST posi tion. 3.

(Figure 11) Slowly push the 4.

speed control pedal

(A)

forward (D)

to the desired speed.

To increase forward speed, slowly move the 5.

speed

control pedal (A)

forward. To reduce forward speed,

slowly release the

speed control pedal (A)

until the

unit slows to the desired speed.

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How To Drive In Reverse

(Figure 11) Look to the rear. 1.

Slowly push the 2.

speed control pedal (A)

to the

REVERSE position (B)

.

How To Change Directions

CAUTION: To change directions, do not use the

left brake pedal. Use only the speed con trol pedal.

(Figure 11) Slowly remove your foot from the 1.

speed

control pedal (A)

. The

speed control pedal (A)

will automatically return to the

NEUTRAL position

(C)

.

When the unit stops, slowly move the 2.

speed control

pedal (A)

to the desired direction.

How To Disconnect The Transmission (Figure 10)

To push the unit, use the

automatic drive dis connect

(A)

to release the transmission. The engine must be off.

Move and latch the 3.

automatic drive dis connect

(A)

in the

PUSH position (C)

. The transmission is

now released and the unit can be pushed.

NOTE:

In cold weather, the heavy viscos ity oil in the

transmission will make the unit difficult to push.

To engage the transmission, unlatch the 4.

automatic

drive dis connect (A)

. The trans mission is now

connected and ready to operate.

How To Use The Parking Brake (Figure 8)

Completely push the1.

brake pedal (B)

for ward.

Lift the 2.

parking brake lever (F)

.

Remove your foot from the 3.

brake pedal (B)

and then

release the

parking brake lever (F)

. Make sure the

parking brake will hold the unit.

To release the 4.

parking brake lever (F)

, completely

push the

brake pedal (B)

forward. The park ing brake

will automatically release.

WARNING: Before you leave the operator’s

position, set the parking brake. Move the

blade rotation con trol to the DISENGAGE

position. Stop the engine and remove the

ignition key.

How To Change The Cutting Height (Figure 8)

To change the cutting height, raise or lower the

lift lever

(E)

as follows.

Move the 1.

lift lever (E)

forward to lower the mower

housing and back to raise the mower housing.

When you ride on a sidewalk or road, move the 2.

lift

lever (E)

to the highest position and move the

blade

rotation control (A)

to the DIS ENGAGE position.

How To Stop The Unit (Figure 8)

Slowly remove your foot from the 1.

speed control

pedal (D)

. The

speed control pedal (D)

will

automatically return to the NEUTRAL position and the

unit will stop.

Move the 2.

blade rotation control (A)

to the

DISENGAGE position.

Set the 3.

parking brake (F)

.

WARNING: Make sure the parking brake will

hold the unit.

Move the 4.

throttle control (G)

to the SLOW position.

To stop the engine, turn the5.

ignition key (C)

to the

OFF position. Remove the key.

How To Transport The Unit

To transport the unit, follow the steps below.

Move the blade rotation control to the DIS ENGAGE 1.

position.

Raise the lift lever to the highest position. 2.

Move the throttle control to a position be tween SLOW 3.

and FAST.

Slowly push the speed control pedal forward to the 4.

desired speed.

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Mowing

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.

Start the engine. 1.

Move the lift lever to a height of cut position. In high or 2.

thick grass, cut the grass in the highest position first

and then lower the mower housing to a lower position.

Move the throttle control to the SLOW posi tion. 3.

Slowly move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE 4.

position.

Move the throttle control to the FAST posi tion. 5.

Slowly push the speed control pedal to the desired 6.

speed.

NOTE:

When you mow in heavy grass or mow with a

bagger, use a slow forward speed.

Make sure the level of cut is still correct. After you 7.

mow a short distance, look at the area that was cut. If

the mower housing does not cut level, see authorized

dealer.

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.

Control the speed only with the speed control pedal. Do 1.

not use the brake pedal on a hill.

To help prevent an accident, slowly move the speed 2.

control pedal. Avoid sudden turns or changes in speed.

To reduce forward speed when going down a hill, 3.

slowly release the speed control pedal until the unit

slows to the desired speed.

How To Stop On A Hill

Avoid stopping on a hill. If you must quickly stop in 1.

an emergency, remove your right foot from the speed

control pedal and quickly de press the left brake pedal.

Set the parking brake. 2.

Before you dismount from the seat, move the throttle 3.

control to the SLOW position, move the blade rotation

control attachment clutch to the DISENGAGED

position, turn off the en gine and set the parking brake.

How To Start Operation On A Hill

Start the engine.1.

Move the blade rotation control attachment clutch to the 2.

ENGAGED position.

Move the throttle control to the FAST posi tion. 3.

Depress the brake pedal and release the parking brake. 4.

As you release the parking brake, push the speed

control pedal to the desired speed.

Slowly push the speed control pedal as you

release the parking brake. The parking

brake must be disengaged before the speed

control pedal is able to engage the

transmission.

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 manufac turer’s instructions for the type of petrol and

oil to use.

Make sure the unit is level. 1.

NOTE:

Do not check the level of the oil while the engine

runs.

Check the oil. Follow the procedure in the engine 2.

manufacturer’s instructions.

If necessary, add oil until the oil reaches the FULL mark 3.

on the dipstick. The quantity of oil needed from ADD to

FULL is shown on the dipstick. Do not add too much oil.

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Add Petrol

WARNING: Always use a safety 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 9) Fill the

fuel tank (A)

to the

FULL (B)

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. For your protection, always

make sure this system operates correctly.

NOTE:

The engine will not start unless you depress the

clutch/brake pedal and move the blade rotation control to the

DISENGAGE position.

Push the clutch/brake brake pedal complete ly forward. 1.

Keep your foot on the pedal.

Make sure the blade rotation control is in the 2.

DISENGAGE position.

Move the throttle control completely forward to the 3.

CHOKE or FAST position. Some mo dels have a

separate choke knob. Pull the choke knob to the full

CHOKE position.

Turn the ignition key to the START position. 4.

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

Troubleshooting

section.

Slowly move the throttle control to the SLOW position. 5.

To start a hot engine, move the throttle con trol to a 6.

position between FAST and SLOW.

Mowing and Bagging Tips

For a lawn to look better, check the cutting level of the 1.

mower housing See authorized dealer.

For the mower housing to cut level, make sure the tires 2.

have the correct amount of air pressure.

Every time you use the unit, check the blade. If the 3.

blade is bent or damaged, immediately replace the

blade. Also, make sure the nut for the blade is tight.

Keep the blade(s) sharpened. Worn blades will cause 4.

the ends of the grass to turn brown.

Do not cut or bag grass that is wet. Wet grass will not 5.

discharge correctly. Let the grass dry before cutting.

Use the left side of the mower housing to trim near an 6.

object.

Discharge the cut grass onto the mowed area. The 7.

result is a more even discharge of cut grass.

When you mow large areas, start by turning to the right 8.

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.

If the grass is very high, cut two times to de crease the 9.

load on the engine. First cut with the mower housing in

the highest position and then lower the mower housing

for the second cut.

For better engine performance and an even discharge 10.

of the cut grass, always operate the engine with the

throttle in FAST position.

When you use a bagger, operate the engine with the 11.

throttle in FAST position and the speed control pedal

pushed 1/3 to 1/2 for ward.

After each use, clean the bottom and top of the mower 12.

housing for better performance. Also, a clean mower

housing will help pre vent a fire.

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Maintenance

Maintenance Chart

TRACTOR AND MOWER

Every 8 Hours or Daily

Check safety interlock system

Clean debris off tractor and mower deck

Clean debris from engine compartment

Every 25 Hours or Annually *

Check tire pressure

Check mower blade stopping time

Check tractor and mower for loose hardware

Every 50 Hours or Annually *

Clean battery and cables

Check tractor brakes

See Dealer Annually to

Lubricate tractor and mower

Check mower blades **

* Whichever comes first

** Check blades more often in regions with sandy soils

or high dust conditions.

ENGINE

First 5 Hours

Change engine oil - see engine manual

Every 8 Hours or Daily

Check engine oil level

Every 25 Hours or Annually *

Clean engine air filter and pre-cleaner **

Every 50 Hours or Annually *

Change engine oil - see engine manual

Replace oil filter

Annually

Replace air filter

Replace pre-cleaner

See Dealer Annually to

Inspect muffler and spark arrester

Replace spark plug

Replace fuel filter

Clean engine air cooling system

* Whichever comes first

** Clean more often in dusty conditions or when

airborne debris is present.

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Check Tire Pressure

Check the air pressure in the tires. Tires 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 Tires 0,97 BAR (14 PSI), Rear

Tires 0,69 BAR (10 PSI).

Maintenance Free Battery

How To Remove The Battery (Figure 7)

To charge or clean the

battery (A)

, remove the

battery

(A)

from the unit as follows.

WARNING: To prevent sparks, dis connect

the black battery cable (H) from the

negative (-) terminal be fore you disconnect

the red cable (E).

WARNING: The battery contains sulphuric

acid which is harmful to the skin, eyes and

clothing. If the acid gets on the body or

clothing, wash with water.

Disconnect the 1.

black cable (H)

from the negative (-)

terminal.

Disconnect the 2.

red cable (E)

from the

posi tive (+)

terminal (D)

.

Lift the 3.

battery tray (C)

and the

battery (A)

out of

the unit.

How To Charge The Battery (Figure 7)

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.

Before you charge the 1.

battery (A)

, remove the

battery (A)

.

To charge the 2.

battery (A)

, use a 12 volt bat tery

charger. Charge at a rate of 6 amperes for 1 hour.

Install the 3.

battery (A)

.

WARNING: To prevent sparks, fasten the

red cable to the positive (+) terminal before

you connect the black cable.

Fasten the 4.

red cable (E)

to the

positive (+)

terminal (D)

with the fasteners as shown.

Fasten the 5.

black cable (H)

to the negative (-)

terminal with the fasteners as shown.

Storage

WARNING: Never store the unit (with fuel)

in an enclosed, ventilated structure. Fuel

vapors can travel to an ignition source

(such as a furnace, water heater, etc.) and

cause an explosion. Fuel vapor is also toxic

to humans and animals.

When Storing Fuel Or Equipment With Fuel In Tank

Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters •

or appliances that have pilot lights or other ignition

sources because they can ignite fuel vapors.

Equipment

Battery life will be increased if it is removed. Put in a cool, dry

place and fully charged about once a month. If the battery is

left in the unit, disconnect the negative cable.

Fuel System

Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel

causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or

on essential carburetor parts. To keep fuel fresh, use Briggs

& Stratton FUEL FIT

®

fuel stabilizer, available as a liquid

additive or a drip concentrate cartridge.

There is no need to drain gasoline from the engine if a

fuel stabilizer is added according to instructions. Run the

engine for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout the

fuel system. The engine and fuel can then be stored up to

24 months.

If gasoline in the engine has not been treated with a fuel

stabilizer, it must be drained into an approved container.

Run the engine until it stops from lack of fuel. The use of a

fuel stabilizer in the storage container is recommended to

maintain freshness.

Engine Oil

While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil. See the

Engine Manual.

Before starting the unit after it has been stored:

Check all fluid levels. Check all maintenance items.•

Perform all recommended checks and procedures •

found in this manual.

Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before •

use.

Order Replacement Parts

Warranty service is available only through Autho rized Service

Dealers. Locate your nearest dealer in our locator map at

www.murray.com.

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY

Engine will not turnover

or start.

Brake pedal not depressed. Fully depress brake pedal.

PTO (electric clutch) switch is in

ON position.

Place in OFF position.

Cruise control engaged. Move knob to NEUTRAL/OFF position.

Out of fuel. If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.

Engine flooded. Disengage the choke.

Fuse is blown. See authorized dealer.

Battery terminals require

cleaning.

See Maintenance Free Battery section.

Battery discharged or dead. Recharge or replace battery.

Wiring loose or broken. Visually check wiring. If wires are frayed or broken, see authorized dealer.

Solenoid or starter motor faulty. See authorized dealer.

Safety interlock switch faulty. See authorized dealer.

Water in fuel. See authorized dealer.

Gas is old or stale. See authorized dealer.

Engine starts hard or runs

poorly.

Fuel mixture too rich. Clean air filter.

Engine has other problem. See authorized dealer.

Engine knocks.

Low oil level. Check/add oil as required.

Using wrong grade oil. See the Engine Manual.

Excessive oil consumption.

Engine running too hot. See authorized dealer.

Using wrong grade oil. See the Engine Manual.

Too much oil in crankcase. Drain excess oil.

Engine exhaust is black.

Dirty air filter. See the Engine Manual.

Choke closed. Open choke.

Engine runs, but tractor will

not drive.

Ground speed control pedals

not depressed.

Depress pedals.

Transmission release lever in

PUSH position.

Move into DRIVE position.

Mower drive belt is broken. See authorized dealer.

Parking brake is engaged. Disengage parking brake.

Traction drive belt is broken or

slipping.

See authorized dealer.

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PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY

Mower will not raise.

Lift linkage not properly attached

or damaged.

See authorized dealer.

Mower cut is uneven.

Mower not leveled properly. See authorized dealer.

Tractor tires not properly

inflated.

See Check Tire Pressure section.

Mower cut is rough

looking.

Engine speed too slow. Set to full throttle.

Ground speed too fast. Slow down.

Mower has other problem. See authorized dealer.

Engine stalls easily with

mower engaged.

Engine speed too slow. Set to full throttle.

Ground speed to fast. Slow down.

Dirty or clogged air filter. See the Engine Manual.

Cutting height set too low. Cut tall grass at maximum cutting height during first pass.

Discharge chute jamming. Cut grass with discharge pointing toward previously cut area.

Engine not up to operating

temperature.

Run engine for several minutes to warm-up.

Starting mower in tall grass. Start the mower in a cleared area.

Excessive mower vibration.

Mower has other problem. See authorized dealer.

Engine runs and tractor

drives, but mower will not

drive.

Blade rotation control not

engaged.

Engage blade rotation control.

Mower has other problem. See authorized dealer.

Troubleshooting the Mower

PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY

Brake will not hold.

Internal brake worn. See authorized dealer.

Tractor steers hard or

handles poorly.

Steering linkage is loose. See authorized dealer.

Improper tire inflation. See Check Tire Pressure section.

Front wheel spindle bearings

dry.

See authorized dealer.

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BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, L.L.C. OWNER WARRANTY POLICY

LIMITED WARRANTY

Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the equipment that is

defective in material or workmanship or both. Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any

part(s) of the Briggs and Stratton engine* (if equipped) that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation

charges on product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is

eﬀective for the time periods and subject to the conditions stated below. For warranty service, ﬁnd the nearest Authorized

Service Dealer using our dealer locator at www.Murray.com.

There is no other express warranty. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and ﬁtness for a particular

purpose, are limited to one year from purchase or to the extent permitted by law. Liability for incidental or consequential

damages are excluded to the extent exclusion is permitted by law.

Some states or countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states or countries do

not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation and exclusion may not

apply to you. This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state

or country to country.

WARRANTY PERIOD

The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the ﬁrst retail consumer or commercial end user, and continues for the

period of time stated above. “Consumer use” means personal residential household use by a retail consumer. “Commercial

use” means all other uses, including use for commercial, income producing or rental purposes. Once product has experienced

commercial use, it shall thereafter be considered as commercial use for purposes of this warranty.

No warranty registration is necessary to obtain warranty on Briggs & Stratton products. Save your proof of purchase receipt. If you

do not provide proof of the initial purchase date at the time warranty service is requested, the manufacturing date of the product will

be used to determine warranty eligibility.

ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY

We welcome warranty repair and apologize to you for being inconvenienced. Warranty service is available only through servicing

dealers authorized by Briggs & Stratton or BSPPG, LLC.

Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, but sometimes requests for warranty service may not be appropriate. This warranty

only covers defects in materials or workmanship. It does not cover damage caused by improper use or abuse, improper

maintenance or repair, normal wear and tear, or stale or unapproved fuel.

Improper Use and Abuse - The proper, intended use of this product is described in the Operator’s Manual. Using the product in

a way not described in the Operator’s Manual or using the product after it has been damaged will void your warranty. Warranty is

not allowed if the serial number on the product has been removed or the product has been altered or modiﬁed in any way, or if the

product has evidence of abuse such as impact damage, or water/chemical corrosion damage.

Improper Maintenance or Repair - This product must be maintained according to the procedures and schedules provided in the

Operator’s Manual, and serviced or repaired using genuine Briggs & Stratton parts. Damage caused by lack of maintenance or use

of non-original parts is not covered by warranty.

Normal Wear - Like all mechanical devices, your unit is subject to wear even when properly maintained. This warranty does not

cover repairs when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment. Maintenance and wear items such as ﬁlters, belts,

cutting blades, and brake pads (engine brake pads are covered) are not covered by warranty due to wear characteristics alone,

unless the cause is due to defects in material or workmanship.

Stale Fuel - In order to function correctly, this product requires fresh fuel that conforms to the criteria speciﬁed in the Operator’s

Manual. Damage caused by stale fuel (carburetor leaks, clogged fuel tubes, sticking valves, etc) is not covered by warranty.

* Applies to Briggs and Stratton engines only. Warranty coverage of non-Briggs and Stratton engines is provided by the engine manufacturer.

Item Consumer Use Commercial Use:

Equipment 2 Years 90 Days

Engine* 2 Years 90 Days

Battery 1 Year 1 Year

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