Murray M2255FC - Adjusting the Drive Cable

Maintenance(Continued}
Adjusting the Drive Cable
(SeifoPropeiled Units Only)
WARNING:Before youadjus_the drive cable,
release the engine stoplever and wai_for the
engineto stop.
if the drive system doesnot engageand disengagecorrectly,
checkthe handlefor correct assembly,Make sure that all
parts are in good condition, not broken or bent, and that all
fasteners aretight_
Worn parts and cablestretch will change the performance of
the drive system_Whenyou mow in high or thick grass or
on hills, the drive system can slip, if the drive system is
slipping, adjust asfollows or take the mower to an
authorized servicecenter,
iMPORTANT:Beforeyou start the engine,operatethe engine
stop lever severaltimes, Make surethe enginestop cable
moves freely,
Note: Theengine design doesnot include a throttle control
or an engine speedadjustment. Theengine is set at the best
speed for cutting grass, bagging grass, and for extended
engine life.
1, if the drive system is slipping, turn the cableadjuster
(A, Figure 19) one turn in the direction shown. Testthe
drive system and check for slippage.
2. if the drive system stiff slips, turn the cableadjuster one
more turn to shorten the cable. Again,test the drive
system.
3. Repeatthe adjustment andtest until the drive system
does not slip.
4. Beforeyou beginto mow, make sure the drive system
will correctly disengageand that the mower will stop. if
the drive system will not disengage,takethe mower to
an authorized service center beforeyou operatethe
mower,
Figure 19:Adjusting the drive cable
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