Murray 309007x8B manual

This Instruction Book Contains Information For Several Models. Read And Keep This Book For Future Reference. This Book Contains Important Information On: SAFETY , ASSEMBL Y , OPERA TION AND MAINTENANCE. Record The Following Information About Y our Unit. This Information Is Necessary When Ordering Parts Or In Case Of Loss Or Theft. WHERE PURCHASED: [...]

2 F − 05061 1L T ABLE OF CONTENTS W ARRANTY 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAFETY RULES 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INTERNA TIONAL PICTORIALS 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ASSEMBL Y[...]

OWNER’S INFORMA TION 3 F − 05061 1L This instruction book is for several different models. The instructions ar e 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 ability . Read and follow th[...]

OWNER’S INFORMA TION 4 F − 05061 1L c. Do not turn sharply . Use care when backing. d. Use counterweights or wheel weights when suggested in the Instruction Book. 18. 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. 19. Do not use this machine if y[...]

SAFE MOWING GUIDE 5 F − 05061 1L Each person that operates power equipment must learn to use correct and safe mowing procedures. T o help you learn, carefully read the following pages. Most of the time the operator was not correctly shown or did not read the instructions on the unit or in the Instruction Book before using the unit. Also, some ope[...]

SAFE MOWING GUIDE 6 F − 05061 1L mower was completely assembled at the store, you must still check the mower according to the assembly instructions. Make sure the mower is correctly assembled and that all fasteners are tight. Make sure the engine has the correct amount of oil. Check these items often during the life of the mower . Y our mower has[...]

SAFE MOWING GUIDE 7 F − 05061 1L Also, the grass bagger will function better when the engine is operating at maximum speed. On slopes, decrease the ground speed and use care making sure the mower feels safe to operate. If the weather conditions are bad, do not mow . If weather conditions become bad, stop cutting and finish later . It is dangerous[...]

STEPS T O FOLLOW 8 F − 05061 1L 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[...]

INTERNA TIONAL PICT ORIALS 9 F − 05061 1L INTERNA TIONAL PICT ORIALS IMPORT ANT : Some of the following pic- torials are located on your unit or on literature supplied with the product. Be- fore you operate the unit, learn and un- derstand the purpose for each pictorial. Safety W arning Pictorials 1 W arning 2 Shield Eyes. Explosive Gases Can Cau[...]

ASSEMBL Y 10 F − 05061 1L ASSEMBL Y Read and follow the assembly and adjustment instructions for your mower . All fasteners are in the parts bag. Do not discard any parts or material until the unit is assembled. NOTE: In this instruction book, left and right describe the loca- tion of a part with the operator on the seat. W ARNING: Before doing a[...]

ASSEMBL Y 11 F − 05061 1L HOW TO INST ALL THE SEA T Us e the fasteners shown below to install the seat . The fasteners are shown at full size. (A) 1001054 (B) 17x47 1. Carefully remove the plastic bag from the seat. 2. Raise the seat support and secure in the UP position with the seat support rod. 3. Align the holes in the seat to the holes in th[...]

ASSEMBL Y 12 F − 05061 1L MAINTENANCE FREE BA TTER Y IMPORT ANT : Before you attach the battery cables to the battery , check the battery date. The battery date tells if the battery must be charged. 1. Raise the seat support and secure in the UP position with the seat support rod. 2. Check the top and the side of the battery for the location of t[...]

ASSEMBL Y 13 F − 05061 1L IMPORT ANT! BEFORE YOU ST ART MOWING - Check the engine oil. - Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. - Check the air pressure of the tires. - Check the level of the mower housing. - Make sure the battery cables are attached. - Make sure the wire is attached to the spark plug. W ARNING: Before doing any assembly or mainte- na[...]

OPERA TION 14 F − 05061 1L Figure 4 Throttle Control Lever Blade Rotation Control Clutch / Brake Pedal Lift Lever Shift Lever Ignition Key Switch LOCA TION OF CONTROLS BLADE RO T A TION CONTROL: Use the blade rotation control to start and stop the rotation of the blade. CLUTCH / BRAKE PEDAL: T he pedal has two functions. Th e first function is a [...]

OPERA TION 15 F − 05061 1L A TT ACHMENTS This unit can use many different attachments. See the attachment 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. For all [...]

OPERA TION 16 F − 05061 1L HOW TO USE THE THROTTLE / CHOKE CONTROL Use the throttle/choke control to choke the engine for cold starts and increase or decrease the speed of the engine (see Figure 6). 1. Move the throttle/choke control completely forward to the CHOKE position to start a cold engine. 2. The F A ST position is marked with a detent. F[...]

OPERA TION 17 F − 05061 1L HOW TO USE THE SHIFT LEVER T o change the forward speed or the direction of the unit, follow the steps below . CAUTION: Before you move the shift lever , completely push th e clutch/brake pedal forward to stop the unit. If the unit is not stopped, the gearbox can be damaged. 1. Completely push the clutch/brake pedal for[...]

OPERA TION 18 F − 05061 1L HOW TO SET THE P ARKING BRAKE 1. Completely push the clutch/brake pedal forward. 2. Lift the parking brake lever (Figure 1 1). 3. Remove your foot from the clutch/brake pedal and then release the parking brake lever . Make sure the parking brake will hold the unit. 4. T o release the parking brake , completely push the [...]

OPERA TION 19 F − 05061 1L HOW TO INST ALL THE SIDE DISCHARGE A TT ACHMENT W ARNING: T o prevent the engine from starting, dis- connect the wire from the spark plug. Make sure the blade rotation control is in the DISENGAGE position. The mulcher cover lets you mulch the grass for a clean, fine cut. T o discharge the grass out the side, install the[...]

OPERA TION 20 F − 05061 1L BEFORE ST ARTING 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 gasoline and oil to use. 1. Make sure the unit is level. NOTE: Do not check the level of the oil while the[...]

OPERA TION 21 F − 05061 1L HOW TO OPERA TE WITH THE MOWER HOUSING W ARNING: Th e de fle ctor is a safety device. Do not re- move the deflector . The deflector forces the dis- charged material toward the ground. Always keep the deflector in the down position. If the deflector is dam- aged, replace the deflector with an original equipment part from[...]

OPERA TION 22 F − 05061 1L OPERA TING TIPS 1. Check the blade rotation control for correct adjustment. For the blade(s) to disengage correctly , the adjustment must be cor- rect. 2. Before you use the unit, check the oil in the engine and add oil if necessary . 3. If the engine will not start, first make sure the wire is attached to the spark plu[...]

MAINTENANCE 23 F − 05061 1L MAINTENANCE CHART FREQUENCY MAINTENANCE REQUIRED COMMENTS Daily or before each use 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. Check tire inflation. Refer to[...]

MAINTENANCE 24 F − 05061 1L INSPECT BLADE W ARNING: Before you inspect or remove the blade, disconnect the wire to the spark plug. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Check the unit for dam- age. The blade has sharp edges. When you hold the blade, use gloves or cloth material to protect your hands. If you keep the blade sharp and inspec[...]

MAINTENANCE 25 F − 05061 1L HOW TO CHECK THE BLADE ROT A TION CONTROL W ARNING: T o prevent an injury , the blade rotation control must operate correctly . In normal usage, the blade rotation control will not require an adjustment. However , if the cutting performance decreases or the quality of cut is poor , make the following changes. 1. When y[...]

MAINTENANCE 26 F − 05061 1L 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. 1 . T h e location of the drive brake is on the [...]

MAINTENANCE 27 F − 05061 1L HOW TO ADJUST THE SHIFT LEVER If the NEUTRAL position on the shift lever does not match neutral on the gearbox, adjust the shift lever as follows. 1. Stop the engine. 2. Disconnect the adjuster nut from the shifter yoke (Figure 22). 3. Make sure the shift lever is in the NEUTRAL position. 4. Push the unit forward. Make[...]

MAINTENANCE 28 F − 05061 1L WHERE TO LUBRICA TE Lubricate the areas shown with engine oil. Apply grease with a brush to the areas shown. 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. HOW TO CHECK THE FUEL FIL TER NOTE: Before you rep[...]

MAINTENANCE 29 F − 05061 1L HOW TO LEVEL THE MOWER HOUSING If the mower housing is level, the blade will cut easier and the lawn will look better . W ARNING: Before you make an inspection, adjust- ment, or repair to the unit, disconnect the wire to the spark plug. Remove the spark plug wire to prevent the engine from starting by accident. 1. Make[...]

Level Adjustment Position Figure 29 MAINTENANCE 30 F − 05061 1L HOW TO REMOVE THE MOWER HOUSING 1. Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position. 2. Move the lift lever to the level adjustment position (Figure 29). NOTE: Make sure the lift lever is locked in the LEVEL ADJUSTMENT position. 3. Remove the hair pins and the washers from t[...]

MAINTENANCE 31 F − 05061 1L HOW TO REPLACE THE MOTION DRIVE BEL T REMOV AL 1. Remove the mower housing. See the instructions on “How T o Remove The Mower Housing”. 2. Completely push the pedal forward and engage the parking brake. 3. Remove the idler pulley (Figure 31). 4. Loosen the belt guides next to the drive pulley . 5. Remove the motion[...]

MAINTENANCE 32 F − 05061 1L HOW TO REPLACE THE MOWER DRIVE BEL T 1. Remove the mower housing. See the instructions on “How T o Remove The Mower Housing”. 2. Pull the belt retainer away from the idler pulley and remove the mower drive belt (Figure 32). 3. Pull th e brake pad away from the jackshaft pulley and remove the mower drive belt . NOTE[...]

MAINTENANCE 33 F − 05061 1L HOW TO INST ALL THE WHEELS If the wheels must be removed for service, make sure they are installed as follows. Front Wheel 1. Make sure the valve stem is to the outside of the tractor . Slide the front wheel on the spindle (See Figure 33). 2. Fasten the front wheel with washer and cotter pin. Bend the ends of the cotte[...]

MAINTENANCE 34 F − 05061 1L HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE If the fuse is blown, the engine will not start. The location of the fuse is next to the battery . Remove the fuse and replace with a automotive fuse (Figure 35). Figure 35 Automotive Fuse HOW TO CLEAN THE MOWER HOUSING W ARNING: Before you clean the mower housing, stop the engine and disconnect[...]

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART 35 F − 05061 1L PROBLEM: The engine will not start. 1. Follow the steps, “How T o Start The Engine” in this book. 2. Electric − Start Models: Clean the battery terminals. T ighten the cables. 3. Drain the fuel tank. Clean the fuel line. Replace the fuel filter . 4. Remove the spark plug(s). Move the throttle to the SL[...]

F − 05061 1L 36 Only use a factory repair part. Repair parts, except for the engine or the transmission, are available from the store where th e unit was purchased, a service shop recommended by the store, or an authorized service shop found in the yellow pages of the telephone directory . If you cannot get a repair part or service as described a[...]

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REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 38 F − 05061 1L CHASSIS & HOOD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 11 11 12 13 13 14 15 16 17 18 13 19 20 20 19 21 22 23 24 16 26 43 27 28 30 31 32 33 37 39 40 16 41 42 8 44 36 29 48 49 47[...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 39 F − 05061 1L CHASSIS & HOOD Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 1 690566 Seat 2 1401379E700 Hood 3 017x47 W asher 4 1001054 Bolt, Wing 5 002x16 Bolt, Carriage 6 1401036E701 Bracket, Hinge 7 009x29 Bolt, Shoulder 8 009x56 Bolt, Shoulder 10 1401 1 13 Rod, Battery 1 1 015x84 Nut, Flange 12 [...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 40 F − 05061 1L MOTION DRIVE 1 2 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 11 13 13 10 73 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 16 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 58 53 24 25 26 35 37 34 33 32 36 50 50 51 51 53 53 49 52 49 27 28 29 30 31 30 38 39 34 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 52 54 55 56 11 57 59 60 61 62 64 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 13 72 71 5 34 5 74 75 76 7 7[...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 41 F − 05061 1L MOTION DRIVE Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 1 −−−−− Engine, Briggs & Stratton 2 01x134 Bolt, Hex 3 1401375 Shield Assembly , Heat 5 026x267 Screw 6 1401358 Muf fler 7 091309 Gasket, Muffler 8 165x75 Spring, Extension 9 165x148 Spring, Extension 10 015x88 Nut 1[...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 42 F − 05061 1L STEERING 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9 9 9 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 10 12 16 17 17 18 19 20 24 21 22 25 27 28 34 29 30 31 32 33 35 23 4 14 36 37 26 39 38[...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 43 F − 05061 1L STEERING Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 1 095185 Wheel, Steering 2 71 1326 Insert, Steering 3 1401044 Console, Low − Black 4 26x270 Screw 5 1401090 Bearing, Upper Steering 6 1401226 T ube, Steering 7 1401 100 Shaft, Steering 8 1401055E701 Support, Steering 9 26x249 Screw [...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 44 F − 05061 1L MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION 1 2 3 4 5 13 5 6 14 5 16 15 4 9 10 11 12 9 24 25 26 27 19 13 20 21 22 23 18 17 7 8 31 17 30[...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 45 F − 05061 1L MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 1 092697 Grip, Lift Lever 2 1401 1 17 Lever , Lift 3 165x154 Spring, Extension 4 094137 Pad, Friction 5 017x45 W asher 6 095004 Wingnut 7 1401033E701 Link, Lift 8 1401096 T ube, Spacer 9 0031x4 Pin, Hair 10 002x93 Bolt[...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 46 F − 05061 1L MOWER HOUSING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 9 6 9 9 9 8 10 11 12 11 10 12 13 13 14 6 6 6 8 15 16 16 17 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 29 34 35 29 38 39 40 43 64 45 49 47 48 45 45 50 51 45 53 54 56 55 58 57 62 59 60 61 34 9 63 63 50 52 51 29 37 42 52 36 6 18 18 42 6[...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 47 F − 05061 1L MOWER HOUSING Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 1 37x1 1 1 Belt, Blade Drive 2 1401092 Pulley , Input 3 15x140 Locknut 4 015x98 Nut, Flange 5 1401252 Pulley , Idler 6 015x84 Nut, Flange 7 1401031E701 Arm, Rear 8 015x79 Nut, Flange 9 009x58 Bolt, Shoulder 10 1401033E701 Link, L[...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 48 F − 05061 1L ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 94613 1001995 94159 24x37 24x24 24x24 30” MID − ENGINE RIDER 2004 WIRING HARNESS FOR: MAIN HARNESS: 250x145 92739 94136 24273 1001575 OPTIONAL 3 5 9 2 4 1 6 7 8 10 11[...]

REP AIR P ARTS MODEL 309007x8B 49 F − 05061 1L ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Key No. Part No. Description 2 250x145 Harness, Chassis Wire 2 1001995 Switch, Ignition 327349 Key , Ignition 3 094136 Switch, Limit (PTO) 4 302031 Fuse 407078 Holder , Fuse 5 1002004 Solenoid 26x229 Screw , Mounting 15x1 16 Locknut 6 024x37 Cable, Battery Ground 26x229 Screw , Grou[...]

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INDEX 51 F − 05061 1L A Adjustments Blade Rotation Control, 25 Clutch, 26 Drive Brake, 26 Mower Housing, Level, 29 Shift Lever , 27 Attachments, 15, 52 B Battery Charge, 27 Check, 12 Clean, 27 Install, 12 Removal, 27 Storage, 34 Belt Motion Drive Adjust, 26 Replace, 31 Mower Drive Adjust, 25 Replace, 32 Blade Inspect, 24 Remove And Install, 24 Sh[...]

52 F − 05061 1L MID-ENGINE RIDER ACCESSORIES Make your Mid-Engine Rider do more than you ever imagined. The accessories shown on this page can be used on your Mid-Engine Rider . See the Store or Dealer where you purchased your Mid-Engine Rider . If you are unable to obtain the necessary information, contact the Central Parts Distribution Center f[...]