To Install Attachments, Attach Grass Catcher

ATTACH GRASS CATCHER

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ift the rear door on the mower housing ,nd place the grass catcher frame onto

ne formed tabs on the rear door hinge _rackeL

_he grass catcher is secured to the lawn nower housing when the rear door is owered onto the grass catcher frame.

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Formed tabs

EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

-o remove grass catcher, release

_perator presence control bar to stop ;ngine.

_ift up rear door and remove the grass :atcher by the handleo

)o not drag the bag when emptying; it viii cause unnecessary wear.

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulchero To convert to bagging or discharging:

o Open rear door and remove mulcher plate. Store mulcher plate in a safe place.

o You can now install catcher' or optional clipping deflector.

, To return to mulching operation, install mulcher plate into discharge opening of mower.

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plate in place or approved clipping deflector or grass catcher in place.. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open.

Mulcher

BEFORE STARTING MOTOR

=Mower will not run with battery charger plugged in.

=Unplug charger from outlet, then remove charger from motor.

•Close charging port door..

TO START MOWER

o Insert fuse.

°Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle and press switch button to start mower.

=To STOP motor, release operator presence control bar.

917.386411 specifications

The Craftsman 917.386411 is a standout lawn mower designed to provide homeowners with a reliable, efficient, and user-friendly gardening experience. It blends power with practicality to ensure grass cutting tasks are accomplished with ease and precision. One of the main features of this mower is its robust engine. Powered by a reliable Briggs and Stratton engine, it delivers dependable performance, ensuring that the mower can tackle various types of grass with ease. The engine’s performance is complemented by a smooth drive system, allowing for seamless maneuverability around obstacles.

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