damaged, (2) the blade is not sharp, (3) a worn
blade, (4) or a broken blade adapter. Before you
use the unit, correct the problem.
Folding Handle Storage
(Figure 19 and Figure
)
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CAUTION: Be careful when you fold or raise
the handle. Do not damage the cables. A
cable that is bent will not work correctly. Be-
fore you use the unit, replace a bent or dam-
aged cable.
How To Fold The Handle
1. (Figure 19) Loosen the fasteners that hold
the upper part of the handle to the lower part
of the handle. As you fold the handle, make
sure the cables are not around the loose fas-
teners and do not become damaged. Rotate
the upper part of the handle toward the back
of the unit.
2. (Figure 1) Loosen the knobs on the lower
handle (1). Push in on the ends of the lower
handle (1). Move the ends of the lower
handle (1) past the locking tabs (2).
3. Rotate the handle forward over the engine.
Make sure the cables are not damaged.
How To Raise The Handle
1. Pull the handle back until the ends of the
lower handle (1) lock into position.
2. Lift the upper part of the handle into the oper-
ator's position. Tighten the fasteners that
hold the handle.
How To Prepare The Mower For Storage
WARNING: Do not remove petrol
while inside a building, near a fire,
or while you smoke. Petrol fumes
can cause an explosion or a fire.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Let the engine run until it is out of fuel.
3. Drain the oil from the warm engine. Fill the
engine crankcase with new oil.
4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder.
Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder. Slow-
ly pull the recoil-start grip so that the oil will
protect the cylinder. Install a new spark plug
in the cylinder.
5. Clean the dirt and debris from the cylinder
cooling fins and the engine housing.
6. Clean the bottom of the mower housing.
7. Completely clean the mower to protect the
paint.
8. Put the unit in a building that has good ven-
tilation.
How To Order Replacement Parts
The replacement parts are shown either on the
back pages of this Instruction Book or in a
separate Parts List Book.
Use only manufacturer's authorized or approved
F-050445L
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
replacement parts. The letter placed on the end
of the part number denotes the type of finish for
the part, C for chrome, Z for zinc, a PA for
purchased assembly. It is important that you
include this when ordering a part. Do not use
attachments or accessories not specifically
recommended for this unit. In order to obtain
proper replacement parts you must supply the
model number of your mower (see nameplate).
Replacement parts, except for the engine,
transmission, transaxle or differential, are
available from the store where the mower was
purchased or a service shop recommended by
the store.
If you are unable to obtain parts or service in the
manner outlined above, then contact:
HAYTER LIMITED,
Service Department,
Spellbrook,
Bishop's Stortford,
Hertfordshire. CM23 4BU.
MURRAY, INC.
International Sales
P.O. Box 268
Brentwood, Tennessee USA 37024
1-800-251-8007
Fax (615) 373-6633
Replacement parts for the engine, transaxle, or
transmission, are available from the
manufacturer's authorized service center found
in the commercial pages of the telephone
directory. Also, see the individual engine or
transmission warranties to order replacement
parts.
When ordering the following information is
required:
(1) The Model Number
(2) Serial Number
(3) Part Number
(4) Quantity
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
The Engine will not start.
1. Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean
petrol. Do not use old petrol.
2. On a cold engine, push the primer button
(optional on some models) five times.
3. Make sure the wire for the spark plug is con-
nected to the spark plug.
4. Adjust the carburettor. See the engine manu-
facturer's instructions.
5. There is too much petrol in the engine cylin-
der. Remove and dry the spark plug. Pull the
recoil-start grip several times. Install the
spark plug. Connect the wire to the spark
plug. Start the engine.
6. The engine is difficult to start in heavy or high
grass. Move the mower to a clean dry sur-
face.
7. Make sure the engine stop lever is in the op-
erating position.
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8. Make sure the fuel valve is in the ON posi-
tion. See the engine manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
The Engine will not stop.
1. Release the engine stop lever.
2. Check the engine stop cable. Replace the
cable if bent or damaged.
The Engine performance is bad.
1. Check the height of cut settings. Raise the
height of cut if the grass is high.
2. Check the bottom of the blade housing.
Clean the blade housing of grass and other
debris.
3. Check the wire to the spark plug. Make sure
the wire is connected.
4. Clean the engine cooling fins of grass and
other debris.
5. Check the carburettor adjustments. See the
engine manufacturer's instructions.
6. Check the spark plug gap. Set the spark plug
gap at 0.030".
7. Check the amount of oil in the engine. Fill
with oil if necessary.
8. Check the engine air cleaner. See the engine
manufacturer's instructions.
9. The petrol is bad. Drain and clean the fuel
tank. Fill the fuel tank with clean petrol.
Excessive Vibration.
1. Remove the blade. Check the blade and bal-
ance if necessary. See the blade mainten-
ance instructions.
2. Check for a bent or broken blade. A DAM-
AGED BLADE IS DANGEROUS AND MUST
BE REPLACED.
3. Check the blade adapter. REPLACE A
BROKEN BLADE ADAPTER.
4. If the vibration continues, take the mower to
an Authorized Service Centre.
The grass will not discharge correctly.
1. Clean the bottom of the mower housing.
2. Check for a badly worn blade. Remove and
sharpen the blade. For safety, replace the
blade every two years with a factory replace-
ment blade.
The grass is not cut even.
1. Check the height adjustment at each wheel.
The height adjustment must be the same for
each wheel.
2. Make sure the blade is sharp.
3. Check for a bent or broken blade. A DAM-
AGED BLADE IS DANGEROUS AND MUST
BE REPLACED.
4. Check for a broken blade adapter. REPLACE
A BROKEN BLADE ADAPTER.
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