Murray 387004x48A IMPORTANT! Before YOU Start Mowing, HOW to Prepare the Engine, Check the Tires

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ASSEMBLY

IMPORTANT! BEFORE YOU START MOWING

-Check the engine oil.

-Fill the fuel tank with gasoline.

-Check the level of the mower housing.

-Check the air pressure of the tires.

-Make sure the battery cables are attached.

WARNING: Before doing any assembly or mainte- nance to the mower, remove the wire from the spark plug.

NOTE: In this instruction book, left and right describe the loca- tion of a part with the operator on the seat.

HOW TO PREPARE THE ENGINE

NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled with oil. Check the level of the oil. Add oil as needed.

See the engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type of gasoline and oil to use. Before you use the unit, read the information on safety, operation, maintenance, and storage.

WARNING: Follow the engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type of gasoline and oil to use. Always use a safety gasoline container. Do not smoke when adding gasoline to the engine. When inside an enclosure, do not fill with gasoline. Before you add gasoline, stop the engine. Let the engine cool for several minutes.

NOTE: Actual sustained horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors.

IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and must not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it must be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. See an Authorized Service Center for a spark arrester for the muffler.

In some areas, local law requires the use of a resistor spark plug to control the ignition signals. See an Authorized Service Center for a resistor spark plug for the engine.

CHECK THE LEVEL OF THE MOWER HOUSING

Make sure the level of cut is still correct. After you mow a short distance, look at the area that was cut. If the mower housing does not cut level, see the instructions on “How To Level The Mower Housing” in the Maintenance section of this instruction book.

CHECK THE TIRES

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 (PSI) is 14 PSI (1 BAR). The tires were over inflated for shipment.

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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 Charge the Maintenance Free Battery Maintenance Free BatteryHOW to Assemble the Steering Wheel HOW to Install the SeatCheck the Level of the Mower Housing HOW to Prepare the EngineIMPORTANT! Before YOU Start Mowing Check the TiresLocation of Controls OperationLift Lever HOW to USE the Shift Lever HOW to USE the Throttle ControlAttachments HOW to Change the Cutting Height HOW to SET the Parking BrakeHOW to Stop the Unit HOW to Transport the UnitHOW to Operate the Unit on Hills HOW to Operate with the Mower HousingHOW to Start with a Weak Battery HOW to Start the EngineBefore Starting the Engine CarburetorMowing and Bagging Tips Operating TipsMaintenance Chart MaintenanceHOW to Check the Muffler General RecommendationsHOW to Sharpen the Blade HOW to Remove and Install the BladeInspect Blade HOW to Adjust the Blade Rotation Control HOW to Check and Adjust the Clutch HOW to Check and Adjust the Drive BrakeHOW to Clean the Battery HOW to Check the Fuel Filter Where to LubricateHOW to Install the Mower Housing HOW to Remove the Mower HousingFront to Back Adjustment HOW to Level the Mower HousingSide to Side Adjustment Removal HOW to Replace the Motion Drive BeltHOW to Replace the Mower Drive Belt Front Wheel HOW to Install the WheelsHOW to Replace the Light Bulb HOW to Replace the FuseHOW to Clean the Mower Housing BatteryProblem The engine will not start Trouble Shooting ChartMURRAY, INC. Lawn Mower Central Parts Distributors Chassis & Hood Repair PartsKey Description Repair Parts Motion Drive Motion Drive Steering Key Part Description Mower Housing Suspension Repair Parts Mower Housing Key Description Engine Mount Repair Parts Electrical System Key Part Description 040733L 040733L 040733L Index Lawn Tractor Accessories