Murray 465600x8A - Manual (Page 24)

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HOW TO ADJUST THE BLADE ROTATION CONTROL
WARNING: To prevent an injury, the blade rotation
control must operate correctly.
In normal usage, the blade rotation control will not require an
adjustment. However, if the cutting performance decreases or the
quality of cut is poor, make the following changes.
1. When you mow, make sure the throttle control in in the FAST
position.
2. Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position
(Figure 16).
3. Stop the engine. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
Blade Rotation Control
Engage Position
Disengage
Position
Figure 16
4. Check the blade(s). Keep a sharp edge on the blade(s). A blade
that is not sharp will cause the tips of the grass to become
brown.
5. Disconnect the blade drive spring from the blade control
rod. Move the blade drive spring to the middle hole
(Figure 17). This will increase the tension on the mower drive
belt.
Figure 17
Blade
Control Rod
Blade Drive Spring
Top Hole (New Belt)
Middle Hole
Bottom Hole
DISENGAGE POSITION
6. Attach the wire to the spark plug. Mow for a short distance and
again check the quality of cut. If necessary, move the blade
drive spring to the bottom hole.
7. Again check the quality of cut. If the quality of cut has not im-
proved, replace the mower drive belt. See “How To Replace
The Mower Drive Belt”. If replacing the belt does not correct the
problem, take the unit to an authorized service center.
8. Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE posi-
tion. Stop the engine. Disconnect the wire from the spark
plug. Check the operation of the blade brake. Rotate the pul-
leys with your hand. Make sure the brake pads are pressed
tightly against the pulleys (Figure 18).
WARNING: If the brake pads do not press tightly
against the pulleys, take the unit to an authorized
service center.
Figure 18
Blade Brake
(Pad Against Pulley)
9. Move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE position.
Check the pads for the blade brake. If the pads are excessively
worn or damaged, replace the brake pad assemblies. Correct
replacement parts and assistance are available from an autho-
rized service center.
10. Attach the wire to the spark plug. Mow for a short distance and
again check the operation of the blade rotation control.
11. When you move the blade rotation control to the
DISENGAGE position, all movement will stop within five se-
conds. If there is movement of the belt or the blades continue
to rotate, engage and disengage the blade rotation control
five times to remove any excess rubber from a new mower
drive belt. If you need assistance, take the unit to an autho-
rized service center.
12. If you replace the mower drive belt, move the blade drive
spring to the top hole (Figure 17).