Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.
2.9INSTALLATION of GRASS BAG (Continued From Previous Page)
Attach grass bag hooks over middle handle cross bar. See Figure 2.11.
C. Install discharge deflector and secure to deck using hardware just removed in Step A. Slot in front edge of discharge deflector must be under nut as shown and both bolts protruding through holes in the side of the deflector. Secure nuts to the side of deflector. Tighten nuts securely. See Figure 2.13.
INSTALL |
| SLIDE |
DISCHARGE |
| DEFLECTOR |
DEFLECTOR |
| SLOT |
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ATTACH BAG HOOKS OVER MIDDLE HANDLE CROSS BAR
MIDDLE HANDLE CROSS BAR
INSTALL |
NUTS |
FIGURE 2.13
2.11 INSTALLATION of RECYCLING COVER |
(Optional Accessory on Some Models) |
FIGURE 2.11
2.10INSTALLATION of DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR (Optional accessory on some models)
Install discharge deflector if discharging is desired. Grass Bag and bag adapter must be removed.
A.Remove grass bag from handle and bag adapter. See Figure 2.12.
B.Remove front and rear nuts attaching bag adapter to deck. See Figure 2.12.
REMOVE GRASS BAG
FROM HANDLE AND
BAG ADAPTER
It will be necessary to remove bag adapter and grass bag or |
discharge deflector before installing recycling cover. See |
previous section for instructions. Install the recycling cover |
and secure to the side and top of the deck with the two nuts |
provided on the machine. Slide top portion of cover under nut |
secured to the deck. See Figure 2.14. |
RECYCLING
COVER
REMOVE NUTS
FIGURE 2.12
INSTALL RECYCLING
COVER TO THE DECK
USING THE TWO NUTS
FIGURE 2.14
WARNING
DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or guard in place. Grass Catcher components are subject to deterioration during normal use. Inspect frequently and replace worn or damaged components immediately.
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