Murray 20-inch manual Safe Mowing Guide, Tices. Read the next few pages carefully

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SAFE MOWING GUIDE

Every person who uses power equipment

gency. Learn how to cut and how to keep con-

must learn the difference between proper and

trol of the mower at all times.

improper use, safe and unsafe mowing prac-

Many mowers are started manually. When us-

tices. Read the next few pages carefully.

ing a pull start or rope start, place your feet

They can help you learn. Too often the mow-

firmly and away from the blade. Hold the rope

er user is inexperienced, not properly in-

handle securely, but never wrap the rope

structed, or has not read the Instruction Book

around your arm or fingers for a “better grip”.

and instructions on the unit before using it for

The mower is designed for use by one person.

the first time. This can result in unsafe use en-

Always mow alone. Never carry passengers.

dangering the operator, bystanders, and the

Carrying a passenger is dangerous for the

equipment. Another result can be a poor ap-

passenger and the operator. A mower is not for

pearance of the area mowed.

amusement or for carrying objects.

Read this Instruction Book. Read the in-

 

structions on the unit. Operate the mower ac-

 

cording to the Safe Mowing Guide and other

 

safety rules and recommendations in this In-

 

struction Book and on the unit. Make sure any-

 

one who uses the unit has read the instructions

 

and has been told how to operate the mower

 

safely.

 

 

Is the area you are planning to mow wet? Nev-

 

er cut a wet lawn. Cutting wet grass can cause

 

an accident. It can affect mower performance

 

and also cause problems with future lawn

 

growth and appearance. Wet grass is slippery

 

and might cause the operator to fall or the

 

mower to slip. Someone could be hurt by

 

touching the blade. Wet grass tends to clog the

Your mower is designed to provide good ser-

mower, causing poor discharge. Wet clippings

bunch up on the lawn retarding the growth of

vice and durability in normal residential cut-

ting. If the mower is not properly serviced and

grass. A wet mower can cause parts to rust

and reduce the useful life of the unit.

maintained or used on unsuitable terrain or in

conditions not suitable for mowing, product

 

performance and safety will be reduced.

 

Proper attire is an important part of safe mow-

 

ing. Safety glasses protect the eyes from

 

thrown objects. Safety shoes with steel toes

 

can protect a foot from being cut by the blade.

 

Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs

 

can stop or deflect a thrown object.

 

 

When you look over the lawn, refresh your

 

memory about hard, immovable obstacles

 

such as pipes, stumps, and rocks and avoid

 

them. They can cause damage to the mower

 

or an accident injuring the operator or a by-

 

stander. Take a litter bag along and walk over

 

the area to be cut. Pick up any stones, toys,

 

wire, bones, or other loose objects. These

 

items can damage the mower or they can be-

Practice using the mower before you actually

come dangerous flying objects if the mower

begin cutting grass. Select a large open level

blade hits them. The blade of a power mower

area. Learn the location and function of the

travels very fast. It can throw rocks and other

controls and how they work. It is important that

objects with force over long distances. Objects

the blade can be stopped quickly in an emer-

thrown by mowers can break windows, cause

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Contents Models MURRAY, INC. One Year Limited Warranty OWNER’S Information Responsibility of the OwnerSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers Use only original equipment or authorized replacement parts Do notThey can help you learn. Too often the mow Safe Mowing GuideTices. Read the next few pages carefully Read this Instruction Book. ReadAccessory and the mower Make the clean up after mowing easierAdjustment,except carburetor, while the en Bruises, or even put out an eye. Often the perAuthorized Service Center for your brand Stitutions as service parts. If you need profesSional service, select a shop that is an Mower. If you plan to service the unit yourselfBefore using the grass catcher again Position when mowing and bagging. WhenUfacturer’s recommended replacement part When the front of the mower has come upSteps to Follow Before Mowing While MowingAfter Mowing Assembly Parts BAG ContentsWasher 17x37 Nut HousingRectly Chute DeflectorHOW to Assemble the Controls to the Handle Models WithEngine Stop Cable Recoil-Start Grip Locknut Engine StopCable Rope GuideFinal Assembly HOW to Assemble the Wheels with Axle BoltsHOW to Prepare the Engine Hub Cap Flange Nut 15x68 Washer 845 Axle Bolt Wheel 9x10Operation HOW to Stop the EngineHOW to Start Engine Engine Stop LeverMaintenance Blade Service HOW to Remove the BladeHOW to Sharpen the Blade HOW to Prepare the Mower for Storage Check the Level of CUTTrouble Shooting Chart Engine will not startRepair Parts Mower Housing Description Loose Parts Hardware BagHandle Briggs & Stratton Models KEY DescriptionHandle Tecumseh Models Inch, Gray 672074 Wheels and TiresInch Ball Bearing, Gray 14-in, Ball Bearing, Gray 672062040406L HOW to Order Repair Parts MURRAY, INC. Lawn Mower Central Parts Distributors

20-inch specifications

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