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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual MT125 Series Riding Mowers Hydro Tractors Mower Decks Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description 2691000 MT125, 17.5 Gross HP Hydro Tractor 1696084 42” Mower Deck 1752627 Revision -...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Warranties ......................28 General Information Thank you for purchasing this quality-built MURRAY PARKLANDER riding mower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the MURRAY PARKLANDER brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your MURRAY PARKLANDER product will provide many years of dependable service. -
Page 3: Operator Safety
OPERATOR SAFETY Important Safety Instructions DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during the initial set-up, the operation, and the maintenance of the WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, equipment. - Page 4 OPERATOR SAFETY WARNING WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands, and explosive. feet, hair, clothing, or accessories. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns. Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result. • Operate equipment with guards in place. When Adding Fuel •...
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Page 5: Operating Safety
OPERATOR SAFETY Operating Safety Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you. Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are not sure that the task you are about to perform can be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a professional: contact your local authorized dealer. -
Page 6: Slope Operation
OPERATOR SAFETY Slope Operation You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over. A good rule of thumb is to not operate on any slope you cannot back up (in 2-wheel drive mode). -
Page 7: General Operation
OPERATOR SAFETY Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. -
Page 8: Ignition System
OPERATOR SAFETY SlOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent (10°) over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Op- which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in 20 feet eration on all slopes requires extra caution. - Page 9 OPERATOR SAFETY SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other 13. If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained out- sources of ignition. doors. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 14.
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Page 10: Decal Locations
OPERATOR SAFETY Decal locations Ignition Switch Positions Part No. 1722806 Danger, Main Panel Part No. 1734879 Danger, Cut Hand/Foot Part No. 7101665 Danger, Cut Hand/Foot Part No. 7101665 Height of Cut 173xxxx Transmission Part No. 1730264 Release Part No. 1730202... -
Page 11: Features And Controls
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Figure 1 Tractor Controls Throttle/Choke Control (Choke- Headlights A-Matic) The light switch turns the tractor headlights on and off. The throttle/choke controls the engine speed and choke (see Figure 1). Move the throttle/choke to the FAST position to increase engine speed and SLOW position to Hour Meter decrease engine speed. -
Page 12: Ignition Switch
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Mower Height of Cut Adjustment Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) The cutting height adjustment lever controls the mower The Reverse Mowing Option allows for mowing (or use of cutting height. The cutting height is adjustable between other PTO driven attachments) while traveling in reverse. If 1.0”... -
Page 13: Parking Brake Function
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Parking Brake Function Cruise Control Engage the Parking Brake - See Figure 2. To engage TO ENGAGE: the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A), 1. Pull up on the cruise control knob (D, Figure 2). fully depress the brake pedal (B), pull UP on the parking 2. -
Page 14: Operation
OPERATION Safety Interlock System Tests Oil Recommendations This unit is equipped with a Safety Interlock System. Do not We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty attempt to bypass or tamper with the switches and devices. Certified oils for best performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher. -
Page 15: Check And Add Engine Oil
OPERATION Check and Add Engine Oil 1. Place the tractor on a level surface. 2. Stop the engine. 3. Clean the oil fill area of any debris and remove. 4. Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth (see Figures 3 and 4). -
Page 16: Adding Fuel
OPERATION Adding Fuel Starting the Engine WARNING WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. -
Page 17: Driving The Tractor
OPERATION Reverse Mowing Option (RMO Driving the Tractor 1. Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can WARNING comfortably reach all the controls and see the dash- Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to bystanders. board display. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the 2. -
Page 18: Stopping The Tractor And Engine
OPERATION Stopping the Tractor and Engine Adjusting Mower Cutting Height The cutting height adjustment lever (A, Figure 7) controls the mower cutting height. The cutting height is adjust- WARNING able between approximately 1.0” and 4.0” (2,5 and 10,2 Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and cm). -
Page 19: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Chart TRACTOR AND MOWER ENGINE Every 8 Hours or Daily First 5 Hours Check safety interlock system Change engine oil Clean debris off tractor and mower deck Every 8 Hours or Daily Clean debris from engine compartment Check engine oil level Every 25 Hours or Annually * Every 25 Hours or Annually * Check tire pressure... -
Page 20: Check Tire Pressure
MAINTENANCE 5. Clean the battery compartment with a solution of baking Check Tire Pressure soda and water. Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and main- 6. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire tained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these brush and battery terminal cleaner until shiny. -
Page 21: Changing The Engine Oil
MAINTENANCE Changing the Engine Oil WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. When Changing Oil • If you drain the oil from the top oil fill tube, the fuel tank must be empty or fuel can leak out and result in a fire or explosion. -
Page 22: Servicing The Air Filter
MAINTENANCE Servicing the Air Filter 6. Assemble the dry pre-cleaner to the filter. 7. Install the filter on the intake. Push the end of the filter into the base as shown. Make sure filter fits securely in WARNING the base. Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and 8. -
Page 23: Servicing The Spark Plug
MAINTENANCE Servicing the Spark Plug Servicing the muffler WARNING WARNING Running engine produces heat. Engine parts, Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric especially muffler, become extremely hot. shock. Severe thermal burns can occur on contact. Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush, traumatic amputation, or laceration. - Page 24 MAINTENANCE Storage WARNING Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed, poorly ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can travel to an ignition source (such as a furnace, water heater, etc.) and cause an explosion. Fuel vapor is also toxic to humans and animals.
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Page 25: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting the Tractor PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY Brake pedal not depressed. Fully depress brake pedal. PTO (electric clutch) switch Place in OFF position. is in ON position. Cruise control engaged. Move knob to NEUTRAL/OFF position. Out of fuel. If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank. Engine flooded. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting The Mower
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting the Tractor (Continued) PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY Internal brake worn. See authorized dealer. Brake will not hold. Steering linkage is loose. See authorized dealer. Improper tire inflation. See Check Tire Pressure section. Tractor steers hard or handles poorly. Front wheel spindle bearings See authorized dealer. -
Page 27: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE TRANSMISSION Type Hydro-Gear T2HP 17.5 Gross HP* Briggs & Stratton Engine Oil 10w 30 Premium Engine Oil Speeds Forward: 0-5.6 MPH (0-9,0 km/h) Model Intek Series @ 3400 rpm Reverse: 0-3.5 MPH (0-5,6 km/h) Horsepower 17.5 HP @ 3500 +/- 100 rpm Continuous Torque 170 ft-lbs (230,5 Nm) 30.5 cu in. -
Page 28: Warranties
WARRANTIES BrIggS & Stratton PoWEr ProductS grouP, L.L.c. oWnEr Warranty PoLIcy LImItEd Warranty Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the equipment that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the Briggs &... - Page 29 WARRANTIES...
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