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.
2.8INSTALLATION of DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR (Optional accessory on some models)
1.Remove grass bag from handle and grass bag adapter. See Figure 2.15.
2.Remove front and rear nuts attaching grass bag adapter to deck. See Figure 2.15.
3.Install discharge deflector and secure to deck using hardware removed in Step 2. 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. See Figure 2.16.
REMOVE GRASS BAG
FROM HANDLE AND
BAG ADAPTER
REMOVE NUTS
| FIGURE 2.15 |
INSTALL | SLIDE |
DISCHARGE | DEFLECTOR SLOT |
DEFLECTOR | UNDER NUT |
INSTALL |
NUTS |
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.
2.9INSTALLATION of RECYCLING COVER (Optional accessory on some models)
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 2.17.
RECYCLING
COVER
REMOVE RECYCLING
COVER TO THE DECK
REMOVE THE TWO NUTS
FIGURE 2.17
WARNING
Grass Catcher bags used on SNAPPER products are made of woven fabric, and are subject to deterioration and wear during normal usage. Check condition of bag before each use. Immediately replace worn or damaged catcher bags with only bags recommended by SNAPPER. The grass catcher is optional equipment on some models.
FIGURE 2.16
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