Murray 20-inch Push manual Check the Level of CUT, HOW to Prepare the Mower for Storage

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MAINTENANCE

		Blade
		File
Screwdriver		Blade is balanced
		when parallel to
		the ground.
	Ground	Figure 15
		Figure 15

CHECK THE LEVEL OF CUT

Test the unit in a small area. If the height of cut is not level or if the cut grass is not discharged, the cause can be: (1) the blade is bent or dam- aged, (2) the blade is not sharp, (3) a worn blade, (4) or a broken blade adapter. Before you use the unit, correct the problem.

5.Make sure the blade is balanced. Use a screwdriver and hold the blade parallel to the ground as shown. A blade that is bal- anced will stay parallel to the ground. If the blade is not balanced, the heavy end will rotate toward the ground. Sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

6.A new blade will cut better than a badly worn blade. Every two years replace the old blade with a factory replacement blade.

HOW TO PREPARE THE MOWER FOR STORAGE

WARNING: Do not remove gaso- line while inside a building, near a fire, or while you smoke. Gasoline fumes can cause an explosion or a fire.

1.Drain the fuel tank.

2.Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline.

3.Drain the oil from the warm engine. Fill the engine crankcase with new oil.

4.Remove the spark plug from the cylinder. Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder. Slowly pull the recoil-start grip so that the oil will protect the cylinder. Install a new spark plug in the cylinder.

5.Clean the dirt and debris from the cylinder cooling fins and the engine housing.

6.Clean the bottom of the mower housing.

7.Completely clean the mower to protect the paint.

8.Put the unit in a building that has good ventilation.

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