Cub Cadet 3184 manual Mulching Operation

plug upward so that the hooks engage the deflector hinge rod (See Figure 54).

4.Push the mulching plug fully downward and lower the chute deflector.

5.To remove the mulching plug, raise the chute deflector and lift the mulching plug upward, then outward to disengage from the deck. Lower the chute deflector.

Deflector Hinge Rod

Lower Edge of

Chute Opening

Chute Deflector

Chute Deflector

Hinge Rod

Hooks

Retaining

Lip

Mulching

Plug

Figure 54

Mulching Operation

1.Do not cut wet grass. For effective mulching do not cut wet grass. Wet grass sticks to the underside of the deck, preventing proper mulching and dispersal of grass clippings.

2.Cut no more than 1/3 the length of the grass. When mulching long grass, it may be necessary to mow twice, lowering the deck another 1/3 of the length for the second cut, and perhaps cutting in a different pattern. Overlap the cut on each pass to help clean up any heavy clippings left on the lawn.

3.Use a slow ground speed. Adjust ground speed so clippings can be evenly dispersed into the lawn. When cutting heavy grass, it may be necessary to use a slower ground speed in order to get a well mulched cut.

4.Always operate the tractor at full throttle. To obtain the best cut and do the most effective job of mulching, the engine should be run at full throttle.

5.Clean underside of deck. Be certain to clean the underside of the deck often to avoid a buildup of grass clippings, which will pre- vent proper mulching.

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