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Murray 201012X83E Operator's Manual

Murray 201012X83E Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
ECONOMY PUSH ROTARY
Lawn Mower
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Storage
• Troubleshooting
AWARNING:
This lawn mower
is equipped
with an internal
combustion
engine
and
should
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
should
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.
A spark arrester
for the muffler
is available
through
your nearest
authorized
service
center.
193747
Rev. 1
02.23.05
BY
Printed
in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL ECONOMY PUSH ROTARY Lawn Mower • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting AWARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered grass-covered...
  • Page 2 Safety Rules ......... Service and Adjustments ...... Assembly ..........Storage ..........Operation ..........Troubleshooting ........Maintenance ......... IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 3 • Alwayswearsafety gogglesor safety • Never store the machine or fuel contain- glasses with side shields when operating er where there is an open flame, spark mower. or pilot light such as a water heater or on other appliances. • Never fill containers inside a vehicle, II.
  • Page 4 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchaseof a new Lawn Mower.It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and perfor- mance. Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center. They have competent, well trained technicians the proper tools to service...

  • Page 5: Parts Bag Contents

    NOTE: Depending upon the features on the lawn mower model you purchased, all the parts shown may not be included with your mower. For ease of assembly, aside of your work area, lay out all hardware in the groups shown. Each step of the assembly instructions will identify...
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY PARTS BAG CONTENTS LOCATION GROUP"A" For models with Bolt-on lower handle only LOWER HANDLE MOWER (4) Hex Bolts (4) Flange Locknuts 3/8-16 3/8-16 x 3/4 DECK (4) Washers 7/8" Dia. For models with deck handle brackets only (2) Hairpin Cotters GROUP"B"...
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY PARTS BAG CONTENTS (continued) LOCATION GROUP "C" For models with bolt-on wheels only WHEELS (4) Shoulder Bolts (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 MOWER HOUSING (2 or 4) Washers 1-1/4" Dia. (4) Spacers For models with "Quick Adjust" wheel (4) Locknuts height adjusters only 3/8-16 (4) Retainer (4) Flanged...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY PARTS BAG CONTENTS CON'T LOCATION GROUP"E" REMOTE (1) Diecast Clamp with THROTTLE #10 x 5/8 Hex Head Screw CONTROL (For Briggs Engines only) (If equipped) NOTE: Tecumseh engines have clamp and screw TO ENGINE preassembled to engine. (1) Cable Clip with #10 x 5/8 Hex Head Screw (For Briggs Classic &...
  • Page 9 _k, CAUTION: Do not operate this mower without the discharge guard or an entire proved grass catcher in place. These guards are for your protection and are required by the American National Standards Institute and Consumer Products Safety Com- mission. A_:_OAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark...
  • Page 10 MODELS WITH FOLDING UPPER (SIDE DISCHARGE MOWER SHOWN) HANDLE • Position upper handle over lower handle 1-1/4" diameter Washer (Rear wheels only) with small hole for mounting upstop bracket to left hand side. Mower housing • Assemble handle bolts and wing nuts. Shoulder Spacer Tighten...
  • Page 11 SIDE DISCHARGEMOWERS INSTALL DISCHARGE GUARD (SIDE DISCHARGE MODELS ONLY) Tabhole 1-1/4" Washer ( Ifsupplied) (USE HARDWARE GROUP "D") If your mower is a rear discharge mower, go on to "INSTALL CONTROL BAR". Locknuts MODELS WITH BOLT-ON GUARD NOTE: If your discharge guard has ribbing as shown...
  • Page 12 MODELS WITH SPRING LOADED DISCHARGE GUARD CHOKE • Place discharge guard on top of lawn mower discharge opening. • Install two (2) hex self-tapping screws through housing and into guard mount- ing bracket or, install two (2) 1/4-20 Iocknuts (If equipped). Tighten securely.
  • Page 13 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINESHOWN QUANTUM ENGINES (Clamp and Screware preassembledon SPARK PLUG TO REAR OF MOWER Tecumsehengines) Speed lever Throttle Diecast clam # 10 x 5/8 Hex head screw cable Hex Head Screw #10 x 5/8 BRIGGS & STRATTON CLASSIC SPRINT ENGINES WITH THE SPARK PLUG TO FRONT OF MOWER...
  • Page 14 MODELS WITH SPARK PLUG TO REAR MODELS WITH BRIGGS & STRATTON OF MOWER QUANTUM ENGINES To prevent cable damage, the cable must • Hook the "Z" bend fitting on inner wire be attached to the side of engine, away of cable (end with tapered plastic fitting)
  • Page 15 Throttle control Control b ar Control b ar Upper (If equipped) handle 1/4-20 Machine screw Cable or hex bolt ties supplied Engine starter rope SPARK PLUG BOOT (IF EQUIPPED) ASSEMBLE STARTER ROPE GUIDE (NO HARDWARE REQUIRED) (USE HARDWARE GROUP "G") On some model lawn mowers a spark...
  • Page 16 The operationof any lawn BRIGGS & STRATTON QUANTUM $AFETYGLASSES mowercan result in foreign ENGINE MOUNTED SPEED CONTROL objectsthrown into the Engine speed control lever eyes, which can result in __"_"_'-___ Primer (if severeeye damage.Always wear safety glasses or eye shieldswhile --_equl_ped) operatingyour lawn moweror performing any adjustmentsor repairs.We recom-...
  • Page 17 MODELS WITH "QUICK ADJUST" WHEEL HEIGHT ADJUSTERS NOTE: For shipping purposes, the rear - Rear door wheels on your lawn mower may not be adjusted to the same position as the front wheels. Before operating mower, adjust wheels to the same cutting height.

  • Page 18: To Start Engine

    WARNING: Alcoholblended fuels (called MOWING TIPS gasoholor using ethanol or methanol)can A CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher attractmoisturewhich leads to separation blade attachments on your mower. Such and formationof acids during storage. attachments are hazardous, will damage Acidic gas can damagethe fuel system your mower and could void your warranty.

  • Page 19: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH EACH 25 HOURS STORAGE SCHEDULE USE USE HOURS OR SEASON HOURS Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher Check Tires Check Drive Wheels I," Clean Lawn Mower ..M Clean under Drive Cover *** Check Drive Belt / Pulleys Check / Sharpen / Replace...
  • Page 20 LAWN MOWER • Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer into blade adapter Always observe safety rules when perform- crankshaft in exact order as shown. ing any maintenance. • Position block of wood between blade TIRES and mower housing. •...
  • Page 21 TO CHANGE ENGINE SPARK PLUG (SEE ENGINE MANUAL) Change the spark plug once a year to • Be sure mower is on a level surface. make the engine run better and easier • Oil will drain more freely when warm. to start.

  • Page 22: Lawn Mower

    Immediatelyprepareyour lawn mowerfor storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be usedfor 30 days or more. ACAUTION: Neverstore the lawn mowerwith gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reachan open flame or spark. Allow the engineto cool beforestoring in any enclosure.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower • Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. with gasoline in the tank inside a building not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe, where fumes may reach an open flame or which allows condensation to form and...
  • Page 24 TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) - See appropriate section in this manual unless directed to an authorized service center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Starter rope Engine flywheel brake is on Depress control bar to when control bar is released. hard to pull upper handle before pulling starter...

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