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Murray MX17542LT User Manual

Murray MX17542LT
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412418 01.25.07 TH
Printed in U.S.A.
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. MX17542LT (96012007301)
Lawn Tractor
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Murray MX17542LT Specifications

General IconGeneral
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Blades2
Forward Speed5.5 mph
Deck MaterialSteel
Fuel Capacity1.5 gal
Cutting Width42 inches
Engine Type4-Cycle
TransmissionCVT Automatic
Cutting Height1.5 - 4.5 inches

Summary

Safety Rules

I. General Operation

General operating instructions and precautions for safe use of the tractor.

II. Slope Operation

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on slopes to prevent tip-overs.

III. Children

Safety precautions to prevent child accidents while operating the tractor.

IV. Towing

Safety instructions and recommendations for towing attachments with the tractor.

Assembly

Operation

Safety Alert Symbols

Definitions of safety alert symbols indicating potential hazards and their severity.

Know Your Tractor

Familiarizing the operator with tractor controls, adjustments, and their locations.

To Set Parking Brake

Steps for engaging and testing the tractor's parking brake system.

Stopping

Procedures for stopping the mower blades, ground drive, and the engine.

To Move Forward and Backward

Instructions on how to control the tractor's movement using the gearshift lever.

Reverse Operation System (ROS)

Explanation of the Reverse Operation System and how to use it safely.

To Operate Mower

Steps for engaging and operating the mower blades using the attachment clutch.

To Operate on Hills

Crucial safety advice and techniques for operating the tractor on slopes.

To Start Engine

Detailed procedures for starting the tractor's engine under various conditions.

Maintenance

Service and Adjustments

To Start Engine with a Weak Battery

Instructions for jump-starting the tractor with a weak battery safely.

Troubleshooting Points

Will Not Start

Common causes and corrections for the engine failing to start.

Hard to Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine is difficult to start.

Engine Will Not Turn Over

Solutions for issues where the engine does not crank or turn.

Engine Clicks But Will Not Start

Diagnosing and fixing problems when the engine makes clicking sounds but won't start.

Loss of Power

Causes and remedies for the tractor experiencing a loss of engine power.

Excessive Vibration

Troubleshooting common causes of excessive vibration during tractor operation.

Engine Dies When Tractor Is Shifted Into Reverse

Correcting issues where the engine shuts off when shifting into reverse.

Engine Continues to Run When Operator Leaves Seat with Attachment Clutch Engaged

Troubleshooting safety system faults that prevent the engine from stopping.

Poor Cut - Uneven

Identifying and fixing causes for uneven grass cutting performance.

Mower Blades Will Not Rotate

Diagnosing why the mower blades are not spinning during operation.

Poor Grass Discharge

Resolving issues related to poor grass clipping discharge from the mower deck.

Battery Will Not Charge

Identifying reasons why the tractor's battery is not charging properly.

Engine "Backfires" When Turning Engine "OFF"

Fixing engine backfiring issues that occur when shutting off the engine.