Murray 405000x8C 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. This unit can not use attachments that engage the ground like a plow, a disk harrow, or a cultivator.

For trailer and pull-behind attachments or trailers, the maximum gross weight is 250 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.

HOW TO USE THE BLADE ROTATION CONTROL

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

Disengage

Position

Blade Rotation Control

Engage Position

Figure 5

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

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.

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 Responsibility of the Owner OWNER’S InformationII. Slope operation Safe Mowing Guide Safe Mowing Guide Safe Mowing Guide Before Mowing Steps to FollowInternational Pictorials International PictorialsAssembly AssemblyHOW to Assemble the Steering Wheel HOW to Install the SeatMaintenance Free Battery HOW to Charge Maintenance Free BatteryHOW to Install the Battery Cables Check the Tires HOW to Prepare the EngineCheck the Level of the Mower Housing IMPORTANT! Before YOU Start MowingOperation Location of ControlsLift Lever HOW to USE the Throttle Control HOW to USE the Shift LeverAttachments HOW 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 TipsGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceMaintenance Chart HOW to Check the MufflerHOW to Remove and Install the Blade HOW to Sharpen the BladeInspect Blade HOW to Adjust the Blade Rotation Control HOW to Check and Adjust the Drive Brake HOW to Check and Adjust the ClutchDisconnect the adjuster nut from the shifter bracket Figure HOW to Adjust the Shift LeverHOW to Check the Fuel Filter Where to LubricateHOW to Install the Mower Housing HOW to Remove the Mower HousingHOW to Level the Mower Housing Removal HOW to Replace Motion Drive BeltInstallation HOW to Replace the Mower Drive Belt Front Wheel HOW to Install the WheelsBattery HOW to Replace the FuseHOW to Replace the Light Bulb HOW to Clean the Mower HousingProblem The engine will not start Trouble Shooting ChartMURRAY, INC. Lawn Mower Central Parts Distributors 040735L Chassis & Hood Repair PartsKey Description Motion Drive Motion Drive Steering Steering Mower Housing Suspension Repair Parts Mower Housing Includes Key No , 18, 30, 31, 32, 33, 45, 46, 47 Repair Parts Engine Mount Engine Mount Light Harness Electrical SystemRepair Parts 040735L Index Lawn Tractor Accessories
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