To Convert Mower

The opem..U.orlof any lawn mower can resulttnforeign objectsthrown intotheeyes, whichcan resultin

asvere eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shieldswhile operatingyour lawn mower or performingany adjustments or repairs. We recommenda wide vision s_ety mask over spectaclesor standmd safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL

The engine speed was set at the factoryfor

optimumperformance. Speed is not adjust- able.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

•,CAUTION: Federal regulations require

an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the dsk

of blade contact injury. Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control, The blade turns when the engine is running.

•Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which

requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and

operate the lawn mower.

TO ADJUST cu'rlrlNG HEIGHT

•Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut

•Adjust cutting height to suit your require-

mentso Medium position is best for most lawns.

•To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or

down to suit your requirements. Be sure all wheels are in the same setting.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped) allow lever to be positioned between the plate tabs.

Plate Tab

Lower Wheels for High Cut

Lever

Raise Wheels for Low Cut

REAR BAGGING

• Liftreardoor ofthe lawn mower and plao

the grass catcher frame hooks onto the

doorpivotl ns.

•To convert to mushing or discharging 'operation, remove grass catcher and

rear door.

Pivotpins

SIDE DISCHARGING

•Rear door must be closed.

•Open mulcher door and installdischarge deflectorunder guard as shown.

•Mower is now ready for discharging operation.

•To convert to mulchingor bagging operation,dischargedeflectormust be removed and mulcher doormust be closed,

SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER

FOR MULCHING -

•Rear door cloesd.

•Mulcher door closed.

FOR REAR BAGGING-

•Grass catcher installed.

•Muicher door dosed.

FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -

•Rear door closed.

•Side discharge deflector installed.

ACAUTION: Do not run your lawn mow( without rear door closed or approved grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open.

	TO CONVERT MOWER
	Your lawn mower was shippedready to be	door
	used as a mulcher. To convertto baggingor	door
	used as a mulcher. To convertto baggingor
	discharging: