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WARRANTIES. This information must be included to make sure state laws and other laws are followed. Models 40508x92G Record The Following Information About Your Unit. This Information Is Necessary When Ordering Parts Or In Case Of Loss Or Theft.
For assistance in making such adjustments, consult your Instruction Book. To make a claim under this Murray, Inc. Two (2) Year Limited Warranty, return the unit (or if authorized in advance, the defective part) along with your proof of purchase to an Authorized Service Center near you. To locate the nearest Authorized Service Center, call the Central Parts Distributor for your area shown in the list provided with your unit or check the Yellow Page listings in your local telephone directory.
OWNER’S INFORMATION This instruction book is for several different models. The instructions are written for a person with some mechanical ability. Like most ser- vice books, not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can follow with some mechanical Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and ability.
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OWNER’S INFORMATION b. Limit loads to those you can safely control. c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing. d. Use counterweights or wheel weights when suggested in the Instruction Book. 19. Do not operate this machine if you are taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine.
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SAFE MOWING GUIDE Each person that operates power controls and how they work. In an equipment must learn to use correct and emergency, how fast you can stop the safe mowing procedures. To help you blade is important. Learn how to control learn, carefully read the following the mower at all times.
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SAFE MOWING GUIDE mower was completely assembled at the of the mower. Stop the engine. Let the When you mow, remember that children store, you must still check the mower engine and transmission cool before are attracted to the mower. Always use according to the assembly instructions.
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SAFE MOWING GUIDE Also, the grass bagger will function better feel new or excessive vibration, a blade that is not sharp or at a slow immediately stop the engine and check for when the engine is operating at maximum engine speed you can damage the grass. speed.
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STEPS TO FOLLOW BEFORE MOWING F Be sure to dress correctly. Wear hard shoes, not sandals or tennis shoes. F Examine the blade. A blade that is bent, cracked, or damaged must be replaced with a factory replacement blade. F Fill the fuel tank outside. Clean off spilled fuel. F Read and follow the Owner’s Manual, the instructions with the engine, and the instructions with any attachments.
INTERNATIONAL PICTORIALS INTERNATIONAL PICTORIALS IMPORTANT: Some of the following pic- Flush Eyes Immediately With Water. 10 DANGER: No Step. torials are located on your unit or on Get Medical Help Fast. 11 DANGER: Keep Feet And Hands literature supplied with the product. Be- Away From Rotating Blade.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY WARNING: Before doing any assembly or mainte- nance to the mower, remove the wire from the spark This instruction book is for several models. Some parts or accesso- plug. ries are not included on all models. Read and follow the assembly and adjustment instructions for your mower.
ASSEMBLY HOW TO INSTALL THE SEAT Use the fasteners shown below to install the seat. The fasteners are Check the operating position of the seat. If the seat needs to shown at full size. be adjusted, loosen the two wing bolts. Slide the seat forward or backward along the seat adjusting holes as shown.
ASSEMBLY HOW TO CHARGE THE MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY IMPORTANT: Before you attach the battery cables to the WARNING: When you charge the battery, do not battery, check the battery date. The battery date tells if the smoke. Keep the battery away from any sparks. The battery must be charged.
OPERATION Blade Rotation Control Throttle Control Lever Clutch / Brake Pedal Shift Lever Lift Lever Figure 4 LOCATION OF CONTROLS BLADE ROTATION CONTROL: SHIFT LEVER: Use the blade rotation Use the shift lever to change the speed of the control to start and stop the rotation of the blade. unit.
OPERATION ATTACHMENTS Disengage This unit can use many different attachments. See the attachment Position page in this book. This unit can pull attachments like a lawn sweeper, a lawn aerator, a hopper spreader or a small trailer. This unit can not use attachments that engage the ground like a plow, a disk harrow, or a cultivator.
OPERATION HOW TO SET THE PARKING BRAKE Completely push the clutch/brake pedal forward. Lift the parking brake lever (Figure 6). Remove your foot from the clutch/brake pedal and then release the parking brake lever. Make sure the parking brake will hold the unit.
OPERATION HOW TO OPERATE WITH THE MOWER HOUSING WARNING: The deflector is a safety device. Do not re- Slowly move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE move the deflector. The deflector forces the dis- position. charged material toward the ground. Always keep the Push the clutch/brake pedal completely forward.
OPERATION CAUTION: A mixture of alcohol (ethanol or methanol) and BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE gasoline (called gasohol), will attract moisture and cause acid deposits during storage. While the unit is in storage, the acids CHECK THE OIL in the fuel can damage the fuel system. NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled with oil.
OPERATION OPERATING TIPS Check the blade rotation control for correct adjustment. For the Before you make an inspection, adjustment (except for the car- blade(s) to disengage correctly, the adjustment must be cor- buretor) or repair, make sure the wire from the spark plug is dis- rect.
MAINTENANCE Tighten the nut that holds the blade to a torque of 35 foot INSPECT BLADE pounds (47,5 N–m). WARNING: Before you inspect or remove the blade, 10. Install the mower housing. See “How To Install The Mower disconnect the wire to the spark plug. If the blade hits Housing”.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO ADJUST THE BLADE ROTATION CONTROL Attach the wire to the spark plug. Mow for a short distance and again check the quality of cut. If necessary, move the blade drive spring to the bottom hole. WARNING: To prevent an injury, the blade rotation control must operate correctly.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO CHECK AND ADJUST THE DRIVE BRAKE Completely push the clutch/brake pedal forward. Set the parking brake. Move the shift lever to the neutral (N) position. Push the unit. Drive Brake If the rear wheels rotate, adjust or replace the brake pads. Adjust the drive brake as follows.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO ADJUST THE SHIFT LEVER Shift Lever If the NEUTRAL position on the shift lever does not match neutral Shift on the gearbox, adjust the shift lever as follows. Link Adjuster Nut Stop the engine. Shifter Bracket Disconnect the adjuster nut from the shifter bracket Hair (Figure 17).
MAINTENANCE WHERE TO LUBRICATE Apply grease with a brush to the areas shown. Lubricate the areas shown with engine oil. NOTE: Apply grease to the steering gear assembly. CAUTION: If the unit is operated in dry areas that have sand, use a dry graphite spray to lubricate the unit.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO REMOVE THE MOWER HOUSING HOW TO INSTALL THE MOWER HOUSING Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position. Push the mower housing under the right side of the unit. Move the lift lever to the level adjustment position (Figure 21). Put the mower drive belt around the stack pulley.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO LEVEL THE MOWER HOUSING If the mower housing is level, the blade will cut easier and the lawn will look better. WARNING: Before you make an inspection, adjust- ment, or repair to the unit, disconnect the wire to the spark plug.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO REPLACE THE MOTION DRIVE BELT Shift Link Adjuster Nut REMOVAL Shifter Remove the mower housing. See the instructions on “How To Bracket Remove The Mower Housing”. Hair Completely push the pedal forward and engage the parking brake. Remove the idler pulley (Figure 26).
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MAINTENANCE INSTALLATION Slide the motion drive belt between the stack pulley and the belt guides (Figure 29). Install the motion drive belt on the top pulley of the stack pulley. Make sure the “V” side of the belt is against the pulley. Push the motion drive belt through the opening between the steering plate and the engine plate.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO REPLACE THE MOWER DRIVE BELT Remove the mower housing. See the instructions on “How To Pull the belt retainer away from the left mandrel pulley. Put Remove The Mower Housing”. the belt around the left mandrel pulley. Pull the belt retainer away from the idler pulley and remove Pull the belt retainer away from the idler pulley.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO INSTALL THE WHEELS Cotter Pin If the wheels must be removed for service, make sure they are Hub Cap installed as follows. Washer Washer Front Wheel Make sure the valve stem is to the outside of the tractor. Slide the front wheel on the spindle (See Figure 33).
MAINTENANCE Install a new light bulb. Align the light socket with the notches HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE in the bezel and turn the light socket to lock in position. If the fuse is blown, the engine will not start. The location of the fuse is next to the battery.
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART PROBLEM: The engine will not start. PROBLEM: A hot engine causes a decrease in power. Clean the air screen. Follow the steps, “How To Start The Engine” in this book. Check the oil. Electric–Start Models: Clean the battery terminals. Tighten the cables.
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS & HOOD F–030700L...
MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS & HOOD Description Part No. Description Part No. Seat 690566 Bezel 094807 Z Cap, Push 0n 028x23 Lens, Right 094080 Spring 094057 Plug, Dome 1001591 Screw 26x229 Screw 26x270 Bolt, Wing 1001054 Screw 26x238 Washer...
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS MOTION DRIVE F–030700L...
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS MOTION DRIVE Description Part No. Description Part No. Bolt, Shoulder 009x39 Washer 017x38 Nut, Hex 015x89 Spacer 690369 Arm, Idler 690173 Z Bolt 06x105 Rod, Clutch 094041 Z Transaxle ** –––– 015x79 015x88 Washer 17x102 Key, Woodruff...
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS STEERING F–030700L...
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION F–030700L...
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION Description Part No. Description Part No. Grip 092698 Washer 17x168 Handle 094157 Z Washer 017x57 Pad, Switch 094022 Z Pin, Hair 0031x4 Bolt 0025x3 Washer 017x91 Z Grip 092697 Bolt, Carriage 002x85 Spring...
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING 5 47 F–030700L...
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING Description Part No. Description Part No. Pulley, Jackshaft 092851 Spring 166x42 Nut, Hex 15x140 Bracket, Suspension 094142E700 Belt, Mower Drive 037x62 Plate 091770E700 Pulley, Idler 690387 Nut, Flange 015x88 Nut, Flange 015x84 Bolt, Carriage...
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS ENGINE MOUNT F–030700L...
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS ENGINE MOUNT Description Part No. Fuel Cap ** 092317 Fuel Tank 690280 Hose Clamp ** 095197 Fuel Line (Must cut to length) ** 7601033 Hose Clamp ** 95197 Screw 26x201 Plate, Engine 094006E700 Throttle Control 092371 Engine* –––––...
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MODEL 40508x92G REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ARMATURE SPARK PLUG GREEN GREEN STATOR HEADLIGHT HARNESS BLACK ORANGE YELLOW START SWITCH BLACK AC OUTPUT DIODE CLUTCH BRAKE RED DC SWITCH OUTPUT ( PEDAL UP ) WHITE YELLOW YELLOW YELLOW ORANGE ORANGE SOLENOID...
For Tire Chains or Rear Wheel Weights, please make sure the accessory matches the size of your tires. If you have any questions, please contact the Store or Dealer where you purchased your Lawn Tractor. If you are unable to obtain the necessary information, contact MURRAY, INC. at 1–800–224–8940. SNOW BLADE LAWN SWEEPER Model No.
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