Table of Contents
Advertisement
INSTRUCTION
BOOK
Model
425003x8A
This instructionBookcontainsinformationfor severalmodels.
Readand keepthis bookfor futurereference.
This bookcontainsimportantinformationon
SAFETY;, ASSEMBLY, O PERATION, 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 sure state laws and other laws
are followed.
RECORDTHE FOLLOWINGINFORMATIONABOUT YOUR UNIT.THIS
INFORMATIONIS NECESSARYWHEN ORDERING PARTSOR IN CASE
OF LOSS OR THEFT.
WHERE PURCHASED:
DATE P URCHASED:
Month
MODEL NO.:
Day
Year
DATE O F MANUFACTURE:
iz
BUILT IN THE
F-OOO811L
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Murray 425003X8A
Summary of Contents for Murray 425003X8A
- Page 1 INSTRUCTION BOOK Model 425003x8A This instructionBookcontainsinformationfor severalmodels. Readand keepthis bookfor futurereference. This bookcontainsimportantinformationon SAFETY;, ASSEMBLY, O PERATION, A ND MAINTENANCE. PRODUCTINFORMATION The owner must be certainthat all the productinformation is includedwith the unit. This informationincludes the INSTRUCTIONBOOKS, the REPLACEMENTPARTSand the WARRANTIES.
- Page 2 For assistance in making such adjustments, consult your Instruction Book. To make a claim under this Murray, Inc. Two (2) Year Limited Warranty, retum the unit (or if authorized in advance, the defective part) along with your proof of purchase to an Authorized Service Center near you.
-
Page 3: Owner's Information
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... - Page 4 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.
-
Page 5: Safe Mowing Guide
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 the mower at all times. - Page 6 SAFE MOWING GUIDE mower wascompletely assembled atthe of the mower. Stop the engine. Let the When you mow, remember that children store, youmust s till c heck t hemower engine and transmission cool before are attracted to the mower. Always use according totheassembly instructions.
- Page 7 SAFE MOWING GUIDE Also, the grass bagger wilt function better feel new or excessive vibration, a blade that is not sharp or at a slow when the engine is operating at maximum immediately stop the engine and check for engine speed you can damage the grass. Move the throttle control to the FAST speed.
-
Page 8: 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. Clean off spilled fuel. Read and follow the Owner's Manual, the instructions with the engine, and the instructions with any attachments. -
Page 9: International Pictorials
INTERNATIONAL PICTORIALS INTERNATIONAL PICTORIALS IMPORTANT: Some of the following pic- Flush Eyes Immediately With Water. DANGER: No Step. torials are located on your unit or on Get Medical Help Fast. DANGER: Keep Feet And Hands literature supplied with the product. Be- IMPORTANT: Read Owner's Manual Away From Rotating Blade. -
Page 10: Parts Bag - Contents
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY nance to the mower, remove the wire from the spark This instruction book is for several models. Some parts or accesso- WARNING: Before doing any assembly or mainte- plug. ries are not included on all models. Read and follow the assembly and adjustment instructions for your mower. -
Page 11: How To Install The Seat
ASSEMBLY HOW TO INSTALL THE SEAT Check the operating position of the seat. If the seat needs to be adjusted, loosen the two wing bolts. Slide the seat forward Carefully remove the plastic bag from the seat. or backward along the seat adjusting holes as shown. -
Page 12: Maintenance Free Battery
ASSEMBLY MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY Use a 12 volt battery charger to charge the battery. Charge at a rate of 6 amperes for one hour. If you do not have a battery IMPORTANT: Before you attach the battery cables to the charger, have an authorized service center charge the battery. - Page 13 ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT! BEFORE YOU START MOWING Check the engine oil. nance to the mower, remove the wire from the spark Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. WARNING: Before doing any assembly or mainte- plug. Check the level of the mower housing.
-
Page 14: Operation
OPERATION Blade Rotation Control Throttle Control Lever Clutch / Brake Pedal Shift Lever Lever Figure 4 LOCATION OF CONTROLS BLADE ROTATION CONTROL: Use the blade rotation SHIFT LEVER: Use the shift lever to change the speed of the unit. control to start and stop the rotation of the blade. CLUTCH /BRAKE PEDAL:... -
Page 15: Attachments
OPERATION ATTACHMENTS Disengage This unit can use many different attachments. See the attachment page in this book. This unit can pull attachments like a lawn Position_.,,. 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. -
Page 16: How To Stop The Unit
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. -
Page 17: How To Operatewith The Mower Housing
OPERATION HOW TO OPERATEWITH 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. Push the clutch/brake pedal completely forward. charged material toward the ground. -
Page 18: Before Starting The Engine
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CAUTION: A mixture of alcohol (ethanol or methanol) 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. -
Page 19: Operating Tips
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. -
Page 20: Maintenance Chart
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CHART FREQU ENCY MAINTENANCE REQUIRED COMMENTS Daily or before each Maintenance engine. Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual. Examine blade(s). Check for cracks, wear, and excessive damage. Remove debris from unit and mowing area. Examine all rotating and sliding parts. -
Page 21: How To Remove And Install The Blade
MAINTENANCE INSPECT BLADE Tighten the nut that holds the blade to a torque of 35 foot 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". -
Page 22: How To Adjust The Blade Rotation Control
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. -
Page 23: How To Check And Adjust The Drive Brake
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. If the rear wheels rotate, adjust or replace the brake pads. Adjust the drive brake as follows. -
Page 24: How To Adjust The Shift Lever
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 uster Nut Stop the engine. Bracket Disconnect the adjuster nut from the shifter bracket (Figure 17). -
Page 25: Where To Lubricate
MAINTENANCE WHERE TO LUBRICATE odels with grease fittings: Lubricate with grease gun. 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. -
Page 26: How To Install
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. If equipped, remove the gauge wheels. Put the mower drive belt around the stack pulley. Make sure Move the lift lever to the level the '_/"... - Page 27 MAINTENANCE HOW TO ADJUST THE GAUGE WHEELS The axle bolts for the gauge wheels were mounted in the LOW cut position. To change the position of the gauge wheels, move the axle bolts as follows. Gauge Wheel IMPORTANT: Before you adjust the gauge wheels, you must do Axle Bolt the following.
- Page 28 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.
-
Page 29: How To Remove The Mower Housing
MAINTENANCE HOW TO REPLACE THE MOTION DRIVE BELT Shift Link uster Nut REMOVAL Remove the mower housing. See the instructions on "How To Bracket Remove The Mower Housing". Completely push the pedal forward and engage the parking brake. Remove the idler pulley (Figure 29). Figure 31 Drive Pulley To remove the motion drive belt from the stack pulley, pull the... -
Page 30: How To Check And Adjust The Clutch
MAINTENANCE INSTALLATION Slide the motion drive belt between the stack pulley and the belt guides (Figure 32). 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. -
Page 31: How To Replace
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. -
Page 32: How To Install The Wheels
MAINTENANCE HOW TO INSTALL THE WHEELS Cotter Pin If the wheels must be removed for service, make sure they are installed as follows. Front Wheel Make sure the valve stem is to the outside of the tractor. Slide the front wheel on the spindle (See Figure 36). -
Page 33: Storage (Over 30 Days)
MAINTENANCE HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE Install a new light bulb. Align the light socket with the notches 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. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting Chart
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. - Page 35 Description, (5) Quantity. Repair parts for the engine or the transmission are available from the manufacturer's authorized service center found in the yellow pages of the telephone directory. See the individual engine or transmission warranties. MURRAY, I NC. LAWN MOWERCENTRALPARTSDISTRIBUTORS CHILTONAIR COOLED ENGINE BEBCO, INC.
- Page 36 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS & HOOD 21 23 € F-OOO811L...
-
Page 37: Parts List
MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS & HOOD Part No. Description Description Part No. Seat 690566 Hood 690608E700 28x23 Grille 94079E700 Cap, Push On 94057 Spring Lens, Left 94081 Screw 26x229 Bezel 94807 Z 1001054 Bolt, Wing Lens, Right 94080 Washer... - Page 38 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS MOTION DRIVE 17,,, \ 42 F-OOO811L...
- Page 39 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS MOTION DRIVE Description Part No. Description Part No. Bolt, Shoulder 9x39 Belt, Motion Drive 37x87 Nut, Hex 15x89 Yoke, Shift 94031Z Arm, Idler 690173 Z Pin, Hair 31x6 Rod, Clutch 94041 Z Washer 17x148 15x79 Spacer...
- Page 40 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS STEERING ,," F-OOO811L...
- Page 41 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS STEERING Description Part No. Description Part No. Wheel, Steering 95185 Washer 17xl 04 Post, Steering 690625 Washer 17x53 Z Insert, Steering Wheel 711326 Nut, Flange 15x84 Bearing 94124 Axle Assembly 690210E700 Nut, Flange 15x111 Drag Link, Left...
- Page 42 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION 4 _._ F-OOO811L...
- Page 43 REPAIR PARTS MODEL 425003x8A MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION Part No. Description Part No. Description 92698 Washer 17x168 Grip 94100 Z Washer 17x57 Handle, PTO 94022 Z Pin, Hair 31x4 Pad, Switch 25x3 Washer 17x91 Z Bolt 92697 Bolt, Carriage 2x85 Grip...
- Page 44 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING 10 47 40" F-OOO811L...
- Page 45 REPAIR PARTS MODEL 425003x8A MOWER HOUSING Description Part No. Description Part No. Plate 92426E700 Pulley, Jackshaft 94199 Nut, Flange 15x88 Nut, Hex 15x121 Bolt, Carriage 2x53 Belt, Mower Drive 37x88 Mandrell Housing 92574 Pulley, Idler 690387 Bracket, Suspension 94058E700 Nut, Flange...
- Page 46 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS ENGINE MOUNT 13 _.._ F-OOO811L...
- Page 47 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS ENGINE MOUNT Pa_ No. Description 92317 Fuel Cap Fuel Tank 94073 95197 Hose Clamp Fuel Line 23717 95197 Hose Clamp Screw 26x201 94006E700 Plate, Engine Throttle Control 91989 Engine Muffler 690436 91309 Gasket, Muffler 95207 Adapter, Muffler...
- Page 48 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SPARK ARMATURE PLUG ") GREEN GREEN HEADLIGHT HARNESS YELLOW BLACK ORANGE BLACKAC START OUTPUT SWITCH WHITE_ CLUTCH BRAKE RED DC SWITCH (PEDALUP) YELLOW YELLOW _,., YELLOW ORANGE ORANGE SOLENOID 15AMP STARTER PTOSWITCH DISENGAGED-.-, SEATSWITCHHARNESS...
- Page 49 MODEL 425003x8A REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Part Description 250x92 Harness, Light Wire 92372 Socket, Light 90084 Bulb, Light 250x87 Harness, Chassis Wire 92556 Switch, Ignition 20729 Key, Ignition 91489 Nut, Hex 91488 Cap, Ignition 94136 Switch, Limit Fuse 54212 407078...
-
Page 50: Slope Guide
"T1 SLOPE GUIDE _ti_ (_")/ Operate a walk-behind mower i" .-3".- across the face of slopes, _/p.._.-"" ° //l _/1 never up or down slopes. Operate a riding mower \ _,/ _'==U_l_/_.._id._ _.__ up or down slopes, never e of slopes. -
Page 51: Location Of Controls
INDEX Muffler, 20 Spark Arrester, 20 Adjustments Filter, Fuel, 25 Blade Rotation Control, 22 Fuel, Type, 18 Clutch, 23 Fuse, 33 Drive Brake, 23 Check, 18 Mower Housing, Level, 28 Type, 18 Shift Lever, 24 Operation Headlight, Replace Light Bulb, 33 Attachments, 15, 52 Attachments, Headlight Switch, Location, 14... -
Page 52: Lawn Tractor Accessories
LAWN TRACTOR ACCESSORIES Make your Lawn Tractor do more than you ever imagined. The accessories shown on this page can be used on your Lawn Tractor. See the Store or Dealer where you purchased your Lawn Tractor. If you are unable to obtain the necessary information, contact the Central Parts Distribution...