Operating The Mower - Murray MYZ4219000 Operator's Manual

4. Ignition Switch
The ignition switch has three positions:
STOP — The engine and electrical system is turned off.
STOP
RUN — The mower electrical system is energized.
START — The starter motor will turn over the engine.
Release the key immediately when the engine
starts.
NOTE: To prevent accidental starting and / or battery
discharge, remove key from the ignition switch when
mower is not in use.
5. Storage Compartment
The storage tray is located on the rear of the right console.
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6. Cup Holder
The cup holder is located on the rear of the left console.
7. Deck lift handle
The deck lift handle is used to raise and lower the mower
deck. To lower the deck, pull the deck lift handle to the
right out of the index notch and push downward. To raise
the deck, pull the handle upward. Ensure the handle is fully
positioned into the height index notch when the desired
height is attained.
8. Fuel Tank Cap
Turn the fuel tank cap at least two clicks counter-clockwise
and pull upward to remove. The fuel cap is tethered to the
mower to prevent losing it. Do not attempt to remove the
cap from the mower. Fill tank to ½" below the bottom of
the filler neck, allowing some space in the tank for fuel
expansion. Do not overfill the tank.
Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn
at least two clicks clockwise to tighten. Always re-install the
fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing.
ZERO TURN MOWER
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Operating the Mower

Read the Operation Instruction section before you operate
this machine. Make sure that you know the controls and
how to stop the unit in an emergency.
Operating Area
Know the area where you plan to operate the mower.
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Make sure that the area is free of unwanted material that
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could be picked up by the blades and thrown.
DANGER: This machine is capable of throwing
objects that will injure bystanders or cause damage to
buildings.
Do not operate the machine without the complete grass
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catcher, discharge chute, or other safety devices in place
and functioning properly. Check frequently for signs of
wear or deterioration and replace as needed.
Clear the operating area of any objects which could be
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thrown by or interfere with the operation of the
machine.
Move the machine outside before you start the engine.
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WARNING:Engines give off carbon monoxide,
an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Breathing carbon
monoxide can cause nausea, fainting, or death.
Note all slopes and drop-offs.
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DANGER: Operating on slopes, near water,
or near drop-offs can result in loss of control and roll-over.
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
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Reduce speed and be careful on slopes.
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Do not operate on slopes over 15 degrees.
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ZERO TURN MOWER
Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of
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clearance around water, retaining walls, or drop-offs.
Avoid mowing wet grass.
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Do not operate the machine under any condition where
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traction, steering, or stability is in question. The tires
could slide even if the wheels are stopped.
Avoid starting and stopping on slopes.
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Avoid making sudden changes in speed or direction.
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Make turns slowly and gradually.
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Be careful while operating machine with a grass catcher
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or other attachment(s). They can affect the stability of
the machine.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight
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limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.
See the section "Towing with the mower"
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Make sure that the operating area is clear of bystanders,
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especially children.
DANGER: This
mower is capable of amputating hands and feet.
Stop the mower when children or others are near.
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Keep children out of the operating area and under
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watchful care of a responsible adult.
Do not carry passengers, especially children, even with
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the blade(s) shut off. Children can fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
Children who have been given rides in the past can
suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride
and be run over or backed over by the machine.
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or
other objects that obscure vision.
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