MAINTENANCE

HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE

If the fuse is blown, the engine will not start. The location of the fuse is next to the battery. Remove the fuse and replace with a automotive fuse (Figure 38).

Automotive Fuse

Figure 38

HOW TO REPLACE THE LIGHT BULB

1.Raise the tractor hood.

2.Turn the light socket until the tabs on the socket align with the notches in the bezel (Figure 39). Remove the light socket. Turn the light bulb and remove the bulb.

3.Install a new light bulb. Align the light socket with the notches in the bezel and turn the light socket to lock in position.

Bezel

Light Bulb

Light Socket

Figure 39

HOW TO CLEAN THE MOWER HOUSING

WARNING: Before you clean the mower housing, stop the engine and disconnect the wire to the spark plug.

Grass and other debris on top of the mower housing can keep the belt from working correctly. For safety and correct operation, frequently clean the top of the mower housing. Remove grass and debris from around the pulleys and other moving parts.

1.Move the lever for the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE position.

2.Clean the top of the mower housing.

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

4.Again clean the top of the mower housing.

5.After you cut the grass, clean the bottom of the mower housing.

STORAGE (over 30 days)

At the end of each year, prepare the unit for storage as follows.

THE ENGINE

For storage information, see the the engine manufacturer’s instructions.

THE BATTERY

1.Remove the battery.

2.Clean the battery terminals of any deposits.

3.Charge the battery. See the instructions on “How To Prepare And Charge The Battery”.

4.Store the battery in a cool, dry place.

NOTE: After a long time in storage, charge the battery.

1.Start the engine.

2.Run the engine until the fuel tank and the carburetor are out of fuel and the engine stops.

3.Do not leave fuel in the fuel tank or the carburetor. The fuel can damage the function of the fuel system. Some models have a fuel drain (Figure 40). Hold a cloth under the fuel drain. Push the fuel drain until the carburetor is empty.

4.After storage, make sure you use fresh fuel.

Fuel Drain

Figure 40

THE FUEL SYSTEM

WARNING: Do not drain the gasoline inside a build- ing or near a fire. Do not smoke because the fumes from the fuel can cause an explosion.

CLEAN THE UNIT

1.Clean the dirt and grass from the engine.

2.Clean the mower housing.

LUBRICATE THE UNIT

See the “Lubrication” instructions in this book.

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Murray 425604x18A HOW to Replace the Fuse, HOW to Replace the Light Bulb, HOW to Clean the Mower Housing, Engine, Battery

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