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.
2.6 RECYCLING OPERATION
Converting this machine to the recycling operation requires no tools. First, STOP engine. Raise discharge door located at rear of machine. Remove grass catcher. Insert recycling plug fully into discharge opening. Allow discharge door to close. See Figure 2.8.
NOTE: For best recycling results, cut up to a maximum of 1/3 of grass blade length and recycle ONLY when grass is dry.
1.Set the cutting height at the highest cutting position.
2.Move engine speed control to “FAST” (Rabbit) position.
3.Move ground speed control to slowest speed setting.
4.Proceed mowing slowly. If grass is very dense, raise cutting height to improve recycling performance.
2.7INSTALLATION of GRASS CATCHER
1.Follow WARNING statement found on this page.
2.Lift discharge door located at the rear of machine. See Figure 2.7.
3.Install grass catcher onto the rear of machine. Position the rod ends of catcher frame over the tabs located at the rear of deck. Release discharge door, which is spring loaded, onto top of grass catcher.
LIFT ROD | LIFT DISCHARGE | |
DOOR | ||
ENDS OVER | ||
| ||
TABS | TABS |
CATCHER
HANDLE
GRASS
CATCHER
FIGURE 2.7
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to operate mower without discharge chute, recycling plug or entire grass catcher in place.
INSERT PLUG
COMPLETELY INTO
DISCHARGE OPENING
PLUG
FIGURE 2.8
WARNING
Grass catcher is subject to deterioration during normal operation. Inspect frequently and replace immediately if deterioration is observed.
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