Murray 461000x8A manual Attachments, HOW to USE the Throttle Control, HOW to USE the Shift Lever

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OPERATION

ATTACHMENTS

This unit can use many different attachments. See the attachment page in this book. This unit can pull attachments like a lawn sweeper, a lawn aerator, a hopper spreader or a small trailer.

For all pull–behind attachments or trailers, the maximum gross weight is 300 pounds. Gross weight is the weight of the attachment or trailer and any load that might be on or in it.

Do not operate on a slope that is greater than 10 degrees when using a pull–behind attachment or trailer. We have included a slope guide in this book to help you determine the slope on which you will be operating your unit. Never allow someone to stand or ride on or in an attachment or trailer.

HOW TO USE THE THROTTLE CONTROL

Use the throttle control to increase or decrease the speed of the engine.

1.The FAST position is marked with a detent. For normal opera- tion 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, operate the engine in the FAST position.

2.The engine governor is set at the factory for maximum perform- ance. Do not adjust the governor to increase the speed of the engine.

Disengage

Position

Blade Rotation Control

Engage Position

Figure 5

2.Move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE position to rotate the blade(s).

NOTE: If the engine stops when you engage the blade(s), the seat switch is not activated. Make sure you sit in the middle of the seat.

3.Move the blade rotation control 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 to the DISENGAGE position.

HOW TO USE THE BLADE ROTATION CONTROL

Use the blade rotation control to engage the blade(s) (Figure 5).

1.Before you start the engine, make sure the blade rotation con- trol is in 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

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 forward to stop the unit. If the unit is not stopped, the gearbox can be damaged.

1.Completely push the clutch/brake pedal forward to stop the unit. Keep your foot on the pedal.

2.Move the throttle control lever to the SLOW position.

3.To go forward, move the shift lever to a forward speed setting. To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse.

4.Slowly release the clutch/brake pedal. Do not keep your foot on the pedal.

5.Move the throttle control to the FAST position.

FUNCTION

SHIFT LEVER

THROTTLE

 

5 Speeds

 

 

 

 

Trimming

1

 

Snow Thrower

 

 

 

 

 

Bagging Grass

1 or 2

 

 

 

FAST

Mulching Grass

1 or 2

CHOKE

 

 

 

Normal Mowing

2 or 3

FAST

 

 

 

Easy Mowing

3 or 4

 

Snow Blade

 

SLOW

 

 

THROTTLE

Transport

5

 

 

 

 

Attachments

*

 

 

 

 

* See the Instruction Book for the Attachment.

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Contents Model Table of Contents OWNER’S Information Environmental AwarenessSafe Operation Practices for Ride-on Mowers II. Slope operation Safe Mowing Guide Safe Mowing Guide Safe Mowing Guide Before Mowing Steps to FollowControl And Operating Pictorials Safety Warning PictorialsInternational Pictorials International PictorialsAssembly Assembly25x3 17x146 HOW to Install the SeatHOW to Assemble the Steering Wheel 100105417x47Remove the battery and battery tray Maintenance Free BatteryHOW to Charge Maintenance Free Battery HOW to Install the Battery CablesCheck the Tires HOW to Prepare the EngineCheck the Level of the Mower Housing IMPORTANT! Before YOU Start MowingOperation Location of ControlsLift Lever See the Instruction Book for the Attachment HOW to USE the Throttle ControlHOW to USE the Shift Lever AttachmentsHOW to Transport the Unit HOW to SET the Parking BrakeHOW to Change the Cutting Height HOW to Stop the UnitHOW to Operate the Unit on Hills HOW to Operate with the Mower HousingHOW to Start the Engine Before Starting the EngineCarburetor Mowing and Bagging Tips Operating TipsHow To Remove The Mulcher Plate HOW to Change the Mulcher PlateGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceFrequency Maintenance Required Comments HOW to Check the MufflerMount the blade and blade adapter on the mandrel HOW to Remove and Install the BladeHOW to Sharpen the Blade Inspect BladeHOW to Adjust the Blade Rotation Control HOW to Check and Adjust the Drive Brake HOW to Check and Adjust the Motion Drive BeltDisconnect the red cable from the positive + terminal HOW to Adjust the Shift LeverHOW to Check the Fuel Filter Where to LubricateAttach the extension spring to the blade control rod. See HOW to Remove the Mower HousingHOW to Install the Mower Housing Remove the mower drive belt from the stack pulleyHOW to Adjust the Gauge Wheels Lift Lever Hole No Position No5,6 HOW to Level the Mower Housing Remove the motion drive belt from the drive pulley Figure HOW to Replace Motion Drive BeltInstallation Remove the primary mower drive belt from the stack pulley HOW to Replace the Primary Mower Drive BeltHOW to Replace the Secondary Mower Drive Belt Assemble the left pulley coverFasten the rear wheel with washer and e-ring HOW to Install the WheelsBattery HOW to Replace the FuseHOW to Replace the Light Bulb HOW to Clean the Mower HousingTrouble Shooting Chart 030718L 030718L MURRAY, INC. Lawn Mower Central Parts DistributorsSeat Deck Key Description Hood and Dash Repair PartsRepair Parts Motion Drive Repair Parts Model 461000x8A Key Part Description Sector GearRepair Parts Front Axle Repair Parts Engine Mount Assembly Engine Mount Assembly Repair Parts Electrical System Electrical System Mower Housing Suspension Key Description Blade Drive This part is Included with Key Mower Housing Model 461000x8AREPAIR Parts Front Frame Assembly Repair Parts Rear Frame Assembly 030718L 030718L Index Bushel Capacity Model No
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