SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER
Know your lawn mower
Blade Control Handle
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. See Figure 6. The blade control handle must be depressed in order to operate the unit. Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade.
WARNING: This blade control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation.
Cutting Height Adjustment Levers
One adjustment lever is located on each wheel and is used to adjust the cutting height. All four levers have to be at the same relative position to ensure uniform cut.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
Mulching Baffle
The mulching baffle is used to recirculate grass clippings back to the lawn. Attach it as instructed on page 7 of this manual.
| Blade Control Handle |
| Upper Handle |
| Recoil Starter |
| Starter Rope |
| Height |
Height Adjustment | Adjustment |
Levers | |
Levers |
|
Chute Deflector 
Mulching
Baffle
Figure 6
Before Starting
•Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
•Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. If unit is equipped with a rubber boot over the end of the spark plug wire, make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.
WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
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