What are some general troubleshooting tips for my riding mower?
General
NOTE: Before attempting any of the following repairs, shut off engine, and disconnect spark plug.
Complaint | Possible Cause | Correction |
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The engine stops when the blades are engaged | Operator seated incorrectly
Bad connection at the seat switch
Faulty seat switch
Damaged wiring harness |
Ensure operator is positioned to the back of the seat
Replace the seat switch (see Murray Service Dealer)
Replace the wiring harness (see Murray Service Dealer) |
The grass does not discharge correctly | Grass too wet or too tall
Ground speed too fast
Debris build-up under
Worn or dull blades
Bent or damaged blades |
Do not cut wet or excessively tall grass
Reduce ground speed
Clean underside of mower housing
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The mower housing does not cut level |
Inconsistent pressure
Unleveled mower housing
Worn or dull blades
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Ensure tire pressure is correct (see tires for proper pressure)
Sharpen or replace blades (see Operator's Manual or Murray Service Dealer)
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Manual Shift/Gear Drive Riding Mowers
NOTE: Before attempting any of the following repairs, shut off engine, and disconnect spark plug.
Complaint | Possible Cause | Correction |
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Mower will not drive | Shift lever not in drive selection
Axle key missing
Shift lever out of adjustment
Clutch out of adjustment
Worn or damaged belt |
Make sure shift lever is in drive selection
Replace axle key (see Illustrated Parts List for illustration)
Adjust shift lever (see Operator's Manual)
Adjust clutch (see Operator's Manual)
Replace belt (see Operator's Manual) |
Automatic Drive/Hydrostatic Riding Mowers
NOTE: Before attempting any of the following repairs, shut off engine, and disconnect spark plug.
Complaint | Possible Cause | Correction |
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Mower will not drive | Automatic drive disconnect lever is in push mode
Axle key missing
Clutch out of adjustment
Worn or damaged belt |
Make certain the automatic drive disconnect lever is in drive mode (see label under seat or Operator's Manual)
Replace axle key (see Illustrated Parts List for illustration
Adjust clutch (see Operator's Manual)
Replace belt (see Operator's Manual)
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Noticeable decrease in forward speed | Drive pedal out of adjustment
Clutch out of adjustment
Worn or damaged belt
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Adjust drive pedal (see Operator's Manual)
Replace belt (see Operator's Manual)
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Automatic Drive/Variable Riding Mowers
NOTE: Before attempting any of the following repairs, shut off engine, and disconnect spark plug.
Complaint | Possible Cause | Correction |
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Mower will not drive | Shift lever not in drive
Axle key missing
Clutch out of adjustment
Variable speed pulley is damaged |
Make certain shift lever is in drive selection
Replace axle key (see Illustrated Parts List for illustration)
Replace belt pulley (see Operator's Manual) |
Noticeable decrease in forward speed | Leakage or decrease in fluid level | Take mower to a Murray Service Dealer |
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