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20606x9A
This InstructionBook containsinformationfor severalmodels.
Readand keep this bookfor futurereference.
This book containsimportantinformationon
SAFETY,ASSEMBLY,OPERATION, A ND MAINTENANCE.
PRODUCTINFORMATION
The owner must be certainthat all
the productinformation is includedwith the unit.
This informationincludes
the INSTRUCTIONBOOKS,
the REPLACEMENTPARTSand the WARRANTIES.
This informationmust be includedto make surestate laws
andother laws are followed.
RECORD THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR UNIT.
THIS INFORMATION IS NECESSARY WHEN ORDERING PARTS
OR IN CASE OF LOSS OR THEFT,
WHERE PURCHASED:
DATE P URCHASED:
Month
Day
Year.
MODEL NO,:
DATE O F MANUFACTURE:
F-98528
BUILT IN THE
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- Page 1 Model 20606x9A This InstructionBook containsinformationfor severalmodels. Readand keep this bookfor futurereference. This book containsimportantinformationon SAFETY,ASSEMBLY,OPERATION, A ND MAINTENANCE. PRODUCTINFORMATION The owner must be certainthat all the productinformation is includedwith the unit. This informationincludes the INSTRUCTIONBOOKS, the REPLACEMENTPARTSand the WARRANTIES. This informationmust be includedto make surestate laws andother laws are followed.
- Page 2 MURRAY, INC. Two Year Limited Warranty Murray, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that this unit shall be free from defects in ma- tedal and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of Two (2) Years from the date of purchase; however, this warranty does not cover engines, accessories (such as...
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Page 3: Owner's Information
OWNER'S INFORMATION This instructionbook is wdtten for a person with some mechanical ability.Like most service books, not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can follow with some mechanical ability. Read and follow these instructions before you use the unit. Know your product: If you understand the unit and how the unit operates, you will get the best performance. - Page 4 IMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers. This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to ob- serve the following safety instructionscould result in serious injury or death. tion which can cause drowsiness or affect General Operation your ability to operate this machine safely.
- Page 5 IMPORTANT DO NOT: nect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental Do not mow near drep-offs, ditches, or em- starting. Always wear eye protection when bankments. The operator could lose footing you make adjustments or repairs. or balance.
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Page 6: Safe Mowing Guide
SAFE MOWING GUIDE Every person who uses power equipment gency. Learn how to cut and how to keep con- trol of the mower at all times. must learn the difference between proper and improper use, safe and unsafe mowing prac- Many mowers are started manually. - Page 7 SAFE MOWING GUIDE bruises, or even put out an eye. Often the per- improve the performance, help the engine stay son hurtby a thrown object is a bystander such cooler, extend the life of moving parts, and as a child, another family member or a neigh- minimize the danger of fire.
- Page 8 SAFE MOWING GUIDE Use only original equipment or approved sub- in the rein is no fun and it is dangerous. Always stitutions as service parts. If you need profes- seek shelter in an electrical storm. In extreme- sional service, select a shop that is an lydry mowing conditions, your safetyglasses Authorized Service Center for your brand of can serve a dual purpose by protecting your...
- Page 9 SAFE MOWING GUIDE While mowing, if you hit a foreign object, stop position when mowing and bagging. When the engine. Remove the spark plug wire. Care- bagging, slower ground speed will provide the best results. fully and thoroughly inspect the mower for damage.
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Page 10: Steps To Follow
STEPS TO FOLLOW BEFORE MOWING • Be sure to dress correctly. Wear hard shoes, not sandals or tennis shoes. • Examine the blade. A blade that is bent, cracked, or damaged must be replaced with a factory replacement blade. • Fill the fuel tank outside. -
Page 11: Unpacking Instructions
PREPARATION UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS The mower was fully assembled at the factory. When the mower was put in the carton, the Offset Hole handle was put in the storage position. To put the handle in the operating position, follow the steps below. Lower 1. - Page 12 PREPARATION CAUTION: Do not bend the control 7. Install the hair pin on the rightand left han- cables. A cable that is bent or damaged dle bracket (Figure 1). must be replaced. 4. Remove the hair pin from the right and left 8.
- Page 13 PREPARATION HOWTO ASSEMBLETHE GRASSBAG 1. To attach the support tube, pull the rear of through front opening Front (Figure 5). Opening Figure 5 2. Look for a small opening in the grass bag next to the tag START LOOP HERE (Figure 6).
- Page 14 PREPARATION 4. Continue to slide the grass bag onto the support tube until the grass bag material is gathered onto the top of the support tube (Figure 8). Grass Bag )port Tube Handle Figure 8 Frame Assembly 5. Push the support tube and bag through the front opening until only the two ends of the support tube are visible (Figure 9).
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Page 15: Final Assembly
PREPARATION HOW TO MOUNT THE GRASS BAG To mount the grass bag on the mower, WARNING: Do not use the grass raise the rear door. Hold the handle of the bag unless the cover is In the op- grass bag. Put the grass bag in the erating postion. -
Page 16: Mulching Tips
PREPARATION HOWTO DISCHARGEOUTTHESIDE Wingnut 1. Stop the engine. 2. Loosen the wingnut (Figure 14). 3. Move the chute deflector to the open SIDE DISCHARGE position. 4. Tighten the wingnut, 5. If equipped, remove the grass bag. Make sure the rear door is completely closed. Figure 14 HOWTO MULCH Chute Deflector... -
Page 17: How To Prepare The Engine
PREPARATION HOW TO PREPARE THE ENGINE ENGINE DOES NOT CONTAIN OIL OR GASOLINE See the engine manufacturer's instructions for the type of gasoline and oil to use. Before you use the unit, read the informationon safety,op- eration, maintenance, and storage. WARNING: Follow the engine... -
Page 18: Operation
OPERATION ENGINE STOP LEVER WARNING: For safe operation, the drive system must immedi- Release theengine stop lever and the engine ately disengage when the drive and the blade will automatically stop. To run the engine, hold the engine stop lever in the system does disengage... -
Page 19: How To Start Engine
OPERATION HOW TO START ENGINE WARNING: To prevent an acci- in the DISENGAGED position. WARNING: The blade will rotate dent, make sure the drive lever is when the engine runs. When the drive lever is in the EN- GAGED position, do not start the IMPORTANT: Before you start the engine, engine. -
Page 20: Engine Maintenance
MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Check the front wheels. Make sure the Use the following maintenance section to keep front wheels tom freely. If the drivesystem does not disengage correctly, do not oper- your unit in good operating condition. All the ate the mower until the drive system is ed- maintenance information for the engine is in justed or repaired by an authorized service... - Page 21 MAINTENANCE HOW TO REMOVE THE DRIVE BELT 8. Remove the belt fromthe idler bracket (Figure 24). NOTE: Make sure you replace the ddve the belt, disconnect the wire WARNING: Before you remove belt only with a replacement belt from from the spark plug. the factory.
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Page 22: Blade Service
MAINTENANCE BLADE SERVICE WARNING: Before you inspect the blade or the blade adapter, plug. If the blade hits an object, isconnect the wire to the spark stop the engine. Disconnect wire to the spark plug. Check the unit for damage. Blade Adapter Blade Frequently check the blade for wear or dam-... - Page 23 MAINTENANCE die. Move the ends of the lower handle past the locking pins or locking tabs. Rotate the handle forward over the engine Blade as shown. Make sure the cables are not damaged. Folding Handle File Screwdrivel Bladeisbalanced whenparallel to theground.
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Page 24: Troubleshooting Chart
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART The Engine will not start. Move the throttle control lever to the FAST or START position. Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean gasoline. Do not use old gasoline. On a cold engine, push the primer button (optional on some models) five times. Make sure the wire for the spark plug is connected to the spark plug. - Page 25 MODEL 20606x9A DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PART NO. PART NO. 672665E701 672580E701 Handle, U pper(Black) Lever,Stop 671917E701 43628BC Handle, L ower(Black) Bracket, S topLever Bolt 26x256 71372 Fastener, Cable Bolt 672580 2x77 Control, D rive Locknut Knob 15x116 71294 672551 Guide,Rope 71530...
- Page 26 MODEL 20606x9A 70 71 F-98528...
- Page 27 MODEL 20606x9A DESCRIPTION PART NO, DESCRIPTION PART NO. Housing 776002 Washer 17x38 Engine* Screw 4x21 Pulley,Engine 71434 Hub Cap - Optional 43615 Pin, Spring 32x64 Washer 17x169 Cover, Belt 671928 Nut, Flange 15x84 Screw 26x279 Wheel, Drive 672083 Adjuster,Left Height...
- Page 28 MODEL 20606x9A NOTE: On some models, the Grass Bag Assembly is an OPTIONAL ACCESSORY and is not included with the unit. On these models, the Grass Bag can be purchased and easily installed. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Frame, Top 71592 Frame Assembly...
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Page 31: Slope Guide
SLOPE GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS GUIDE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE, A CORNER OF A STRUCTURE, A POWER LINE POLE, OR A FENCE, bOperate a walk-behind mower across the face of slopes, never up or down slopes. g mower up or down slopes, never across the face of slopes. -
Page 32: How To Order Repair Parts
Dateof Manufacture, (3) Complete PartNumber, (4) Descdption, (5) Quantity. Repamr padsforthe engine or thetransmission are available from the manufacturer's a uthudzed s en/ice center f ound intheyellowpagesofthe telephone d irectory. See the individual engineortransmissionwarranties. MURRAY, I NC. LAWNMOWERCENTRALPARTSDISTRIBUTORS BEBCO,INC. Arkansas(counties Clay, GULFCOASTENGINE,INC.