How To Stop The Engine - Murray 866079-00 Manuel Utilisateur

8.1.2 How to Stop the Engine

This lawnmower is fitted with an engine break. This mecha-
nism is used each time the operator wishes to stop the blades
by turning off the engine;
• To stop the engine (and blade), release the engine con-
trol lever. The lever will return to its original position which
automatically switches off the engine.
8.2 Mowing Grass
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WARNING! Always follow the strictest safety proce-
dures when using the lawnmower. Carefully read the
safety instructions of this manual before using the lawnmower.
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WARNING! Before you start to mow, check the engine
start/stop lever several times to be sure that it is
working properly. Ensure that the tension cable can be
smoothly operated (i.e. is not catching or kinking in any way).
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WARNING! Never open the rear door, side discharge
cover when the engine is running. Serious injury can be
caused due to possible objects flying out from inside deck!
8.2.1 How to Mow Grass-General Advice
1. For best results, mow grass when it is dry. Wet grass will tend
to clog the blade and the grass collection system.
2. Never use the lowest cutting height for the first cut of the
season or in drought condition.
3. When using the lawnmower in mulching mode, ensure that
grass debris can be scattered efficiently by avoiding cutting of
wet or long grass. For cutting wet or long grass, regularly stop
the mower to clear the blade and deck with a suitable tool (do
not clear by hand).
4. Plan the area to be cut.
5. Take account of the terrain and / or obstacles.
6. For efficiency with minimal turning, mow in straight, parallel,
adjacent lines. Based on this, select an appropriate position to
start from and position the mower appropriately.
7. Select the required operating mode (rear bagging, side
discharge or mulching options as appropriate for your model
– Refer to section 2. Technical specifications) and set up the
lawnmower for this by following the section 7.2 Setting the
Required Mode.
8.2.2 How to Mow Grass – Lawnmower Operation
1. Once the mower is in position to start mowing, follow the
section 8.1.1How to Start the Engine above to start the en-
gine and run the cutting system.
2. Keep a firm grip on the upper handle with engine control
lever engaged.
3. Commence mowing by moving the lawnmower forwards at
a steady walking pace:
For push models;
• Push the mower forward through the grass to be mown.
For self-propelled models;
• Follow the section 8.2.3 How to Use the Self-Propelled
Function.
8.2.3 How to Empty Grass Bag
• Applicable to models with Grass Bag only (see Section 2.)
As soon as grass debris start to trail the lawn mower, it is time
to empty grass bag.
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NOTE! Before taking off the grass bag, release the
engine control lever to stop the engine and wait until the
blade has come to a completely stopped rotating.
1. Use one hand to lift up rear door and use the other hand to
grip the grass bag carry handle (see Fig.35).
2. When clear of the lawnmower, release the rear door,
allowing it to automatically spring back and cover the rear
discharging chute.
Fig. 35
3. Empty the grass cuttings from the grass bag.
4. Re-attach the grass bag as described in the section 6.2
Attaching the Grass Bag.
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NOTE! To ensure that grass cuttings can be collected
into the grass bag, the rear discharge chute and inside
of the mower deck need to be kept clear of any blockage,
such as a build up of grass debris. Do not use hands or feet to
remove grass debris from any area of the mower. If a blockage
is observed, use a suitable tool such as a brush to clear it.
8.2.4 How to Use the Self-Propelled Function (model
MX675RMD22H only)
Once the mower is positioned ready to mow and the engine
is running (keep the engine control lever engaged against the
upper handle), gently push the drive lever forward against the
upper handle (see Fig.36).
The lawnmower will automatically move forward while the
self-propelled drive lever is engaged in this position.
To stop the forward drive of the lawnmower, release the drive
lever.
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NOTE! Only use the self-propelled function while mow-
ing in straight lines; always stop the self-propelled drive
and revert to push control while making turns.
Fig.36
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