Murray 22" Front Drive - Manual (Page 20)

MAINTENANCE
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HOW TO ADJUST THE DRIVE CABLE
WARNING: Before you adjust the
drive cable, release the engine
stop lever and wait for the engine
to stop.
If the drive system does not engage and disen-
gage correctly, check the handle for correct as-
sembly. Make sure that all parts are in good
condition, not broken or bent, and that all fas-
teners are tight.
Worn parts and cable stretch will change the
performance of the drive system. When you
mow in high or thick grass or on hills, the drive
system can slip. If the drive system is slipping,
adjust as follows or take the mower to an au-
thorized service center.
IMPORTANT: Before you start the engine,
operate the engine stop lever several
times. Make sure the engine stop cable
moves freely.
NOTE: The engine design does not include
a throttle control or an engine speed ad-
justment. The engine 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
cable adjuster one turn in the direction
shown in Figure 22. Test the drive system
and check for slippage.
2. If the drive system still slips, turn the cable
adjuster one more turn to shorten the
cable. Again, test the drive system.
3. Repeat the adjustment and test until the
drive system does not slip.
4. Before you begin to mow, make sure the
drive system will correctly disengage and
that the mower will stop. If the drive system
will not disengage, take the mower to an
authorized service center before you oper-
ate the mower.
Cable Adjuster Figure 22