Murray 385048x151A Operator's Manual page 13

Operation
Operate with the Mower Housing
IMPORTANT: When you operate with the mower hous-
ing, always operate with the throttle control in the FAST
position.
1. Start the engine.
2. Move the lift lever to a height of cut position. In
high or thick grass, cut the grass in the highest
position first and then lower the mower housing to
a lower position.
3. Move the throttle control to the SLOW position.
4. Slowly move the blade rotation control to the
ENGAGE position.
5. Push the clutch/brake pedal completely forward.
6. Move the shift lever to one of the speed settings.
NOTE: When you mow in heavy grass or mow with a
bagger, put the shift lever in the slowest speed.
7. Slowly release the clutch/brake pedal.
8. Move the throttle control to the FAST position. If
you need to go faster or slower, stop the unit
and move the shift lever to another speed setting.
9. 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 to "Level the Mower Housing" in
the Maintenance section.
WARNING
For better control of the unit, select a safe speed.
Operate on Hills
WARNING
Do not ride up or down slopes that are too steep to
back straight up. Never ride the unit across a slope.
1. Before you ride up or down a hill, move the shift
lever to the slowest speed.
2. Do not stop or change speed settings on a hill. If
you must stop, quickly push the clutch/brake pedal
forward and set the parking brake.
3. To start again, make sure the shift lever is in the
slowest speed. Move the throttle control to the
SLOW position. Slowly release the pedal.
4. If you must stop or start on a hill, always have
enough space for the unit to roll when you release
the brake and engage the clutch.
5. Be very careful when you change directions on a
hill. When on a slope or in a turn on a hill, move the
throttle control to the SLOW position to help
prevent an accident.
Before Starting the Engine
Check the Oil
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 petrol and oil to use.
1. Make sure the unit is level.
NOTE: Do not check the level of the oil while the en-
gine runs.
2. Check the oil. Follow the procedure in the engine
manufacturer's instructions.
3. If necessary, add oil until the oil reaches the FULL
mark on the dipstick. The quantity of oil needed
from ADD to FULL is shown on the dipstick. Do not
add too much oil.
Add Petrol
WARNING
Always use a safety petrol container. Do not smoke
when adding petrol to the fuel tank. Do not add
petrol when you are inside an enclosure. Before you
add petrol, stop the engine and let the engine cool
for several minutes.
Fill the fuel tank (1) to the FULL (2) position with regu-
lar unleaded petrol (see Figure 6). Do not use premium
unleaded petrol. Make sure the petrol is fresh and
clean. Leaded petrol will increase deposits and shorten
the life of the valves.
2
en
1
Figure 6
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