Models 22” Push This Instruction Book contains information for several models. Read and keep this book for future reference. This book contains important information on SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE. PRODUCT INFORMATION The owner must be certain that all the product information is included with the unit. This information includes the INSTRUCTION BOOKS, the REPLACEMENT PARTS and the WARRANTIES. This information must be included to make sure state laws and other laws are followed.
MURRAY, INC. Two Year Limited Warranty Murray, Inc.
OWNER’S INFORMATION This instruction book is written 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. As you read this manual, compare the illustrations to the unit.
IMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers. This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. General Operation tion which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine safely. 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s).
IMPORTANT DO NOT: Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping. III. Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. 1.
SAFE MOWING GUIDE gency. Learn how to cut and how to keep control of the mower at all times. Many mowers are started manually. When using a pull start or rope start, place your feet firmly and away from the blade. Hold the rope handle securely, but never wrap the rope around your arm or fingers for a “better grip”. The mower is designed for use by one person. Always mow alone. Never carry passengers. Carrying a passenger is dangerous for the passenger and the operator.
SAFE MOWING GUIDE improve the performance, help the engine stay cooler, extend the life of moving parts, and minimize the danger of fire. People get burned working with and around their mowers for other reasons than fire and explosions. It takes only a few seconds of operation for the engine and the muffler to become hot. Do not touch these parts when the mower is running. Stop the engine and let it cool down before servicing the mower. Remember, exhaust fumes can be dangerous.
SAFE MOWING GUIDE Use only original equipment or approved substitutions as service parts. If you need professional service, select a shop that is an Authorized Service Center for your brand of mower. If you plan to service the unit yourself, follow directions in the Instruction Book. in the rain is no fun and it is dangerous. Always seek shelter in an electrical storm.
SAFE MOWING GUIDE position when mowing and bagging. When bagging, slower ground speed will provide the best results. Change the mowing pattern slightly each time you cut. If you always cut the same way, the grass will develop a “set” and clippings will accumulate more heavily in some areas more than in others causing grass to get thinner in those areas. Do not service your mower over the grass. Spilled oil and gas can kill the grass. In tall grass or very heavy grass, do not try to cut it all at once.
STEPS TO FOLLOW BEFORE MOWING D D D D D D D D D D D 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. Owner’s Manual instructions are for your safety and the safety of others. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.
PREPARATION UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Upper Handle The mower was fully assembled at the factory. When the mower was put in the carton, the handle was put in the storage position. To put the handle in the operating position, follow the steps below. Knob Lower Handle Handle 1. Remove the mower from the carton. Knob 2. Put the lower handle in the operating position. Make sure the lower handle is between the locking tabs (Figure 1). Figure 1 3. Put the upper handle in the operating position.
PREPARATION HOW TO ADJUST THE HANDLE HEIGHT Upper Handle The handle bracket has two assembly positions. A HIGH and a LOW position (Figure 4). The HIGH position will raise the handle approximately four inches. Knob Lower Handle HIGH ÇÇ ÇÇ Bolt LOW Knob Handle Bracket ÇÇ ÇÇ Figure 4 Figure 5 1. Remove the knobs and bolts from the right and left handle brackets (Figure 5). HIGH Position Handle Bracket 2. To raise the handle, mount the lower handle in the HIGH position shown in Figure 6. 3.
PREPARATION MODELS WITH OPTIONAL GRASS BAG HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE GRASS BAG Support Tube 1. Slide the frame assembly into the ends of the support tube (Figure 8). Frame Assembly Figure 8 2. Make sure the handle is on the outside of the grass bag (Figure 9). Handle Frame Assembly Clips 3. Attach the clips to the frame assembly (Figure 9). Figure 9 Top Cover 4. Close the top cover. When operating the mower with the grass bag, the top cover must be in the closed operating position (Figure 10).
PREPARATION MODELS WITH OPTIONAL GRASS BAG IMPORTANT: Make sure the hooks, on each side of the frame assembly, are mounted on the pivot rod. HOW TO MOUNT THE GRASS BAG 1. To mount the grass bag on the mower, raise the rear door. Hold the handle of the grass bag. Put the grass bag in the operating position (Figure 11). Lower the rear door. WARNING: Do not use the grass bag unless the cover is in the operating postion.
PREPARATION HOW TO ATTACH THE SIDE MOUNTED DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR Mulcher Cover WARNING: To prevent the engine from starting, disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 1. Raise the mulcher cover (Figure 13). 2. Slide the two tabs on the side deflector under the pivot pin. 3. Lower the side deflector. Make sure the locking tab goes through the slot in the side deflector (Figure 14). Side Deflector Locking Tab 4. Lower the mulcher cover (Figure 15).
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 information on safety, operation, maintenance, and storage. WARNING: Follow the engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type of gasoline and oil to use. Always use a safety gasoline container. Do not smoke when adding gasoline to the engine. When inside an enclosure, do not fill with gasoline.
OPERATION ENGINE STOP LEVER WARNING: Always use a safety gasoline container. Do not smoke when adding gasoline to the fuel tank. When inside an enclosure, do not add gasoline. Before you add gasoline, stop the engine and let the engine cool for several minutes. 3. Make sure the spark plug wire is connected to the spark plug. 4. The primer button is on the side of the engine (Figure 17). Push the primer button. Every time you push the primer button, wait two seconds.
MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE S S S S Use the following maintenance section to keep your unit in good operating condition. All the maintenance information for the engine is in the “Engine Instruction Book”. Before you start the engine, read this book. Hard starting. Engine smoking. Spark plug fouling. Oil or gas saturation of the air filter. WARNING: Before you make an inspection, adjustment (except carburetor), or repair, stop the engine and disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
MAINTENANCE BLADE SERVICE WARNING: Before you inspect the blade or the blade adapter, disconnect the wire to the spark plug. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Disconnect the wire to the spark plug. Check the unit for damage. Frequently check the blade for wear or damage such as cracks. Frequently check the bolt that holds the blade. Keep the bolt tight. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Disconnect the wire to the spark plug. Check the blade adapter for damage.
MAINTENANCE 3. Rotate the handle forward over the engine as shown. Make sure the cables are not damaged. Blade Folding Handle File Screwdriver Blade is balanced when parallel to the ground. Ground Figure 22 Figure 23 CHECK THE LEVEL OF CUT How To Raise The Handle Test the unit in a small area. If the height of cut is not level or if the cut grass is not discharged, the cause can be: (1) the blade is bent or damaged, (2) the blade is not sharp, (3) a worn blade, (4) or a broken blade adapter.
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART The Engine will not start. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 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. Adjust the Carburetor. See the “Engine Instruction Book”. There is too much gasoline in the engine cylinder.
MULCHER MODELS 2 3 13 12 9 28 26 24 25 27 9 23 5 22 1 6 4 5 20 30 29 11 8 18 3 17 19 13 28 14 15 8 F-030426L 10 22 16 7
MULCHER MODELS KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO.
SIDE DISCHARGE MODELS 2 3 13 12 9 28 26 24 25 27 9 23 5 22 1 6 4 5 20 30 39 36 37 29 35 38 39 11 8 18 3 17 19 13 28 14 15 8 F-030426L 10 24 16 7
SIDE DISCHARGE MODELS KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO.
MULCHER MODELS WITH 14” REAR WHEELS 34 32 2 4 9 13 26 72 33 24 8 25 27 9 5 22 23 6 1 30 8 5 20 29 21 11 8 3 17 18 19 13 28 14 15 10 8 F-030426L 16 7 26
MULCHER MODELS WITH 14” REAR WHEELS KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO.
SIDE DISCHARGE MODELS WITH 14" REAR WHEELS 34 32 2 4 9 13 26 72 33 9 24 8 25 27 5 22 23 6 1 30 8 5 20 65 36 37 29 35 38 21 65 11 8 3 17 18 19 13 28 14 15 10 8 F-030426L 16 7 28
SIDE DISCHARGE MODELS WITH 14" REAR WHEELS KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO.
HANDLE - BRIGGS & STRATTON MODELS 13 14 1 16 7 12 3 4 2 15 19 17 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. 1 Handle, Upper (Black) Handle, Upper (Gray) 1101556E701 1101556E724 2 Handle, Lower (Black) Handle, Lower (Gray) 672906E701 672906E724 3 Bolt 4 PART NO.
WHEELS AND TIRES Look at the illustrations. Select the wheel and the tire you want and order from the following chart.
GRASS BAG 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. 1 3 2 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO.
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HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS Only use a factory repair part. Repair parts, except for the engine or the transmission, are available from the store where the 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 above, call or write to the Central Parts Distributor shown below.