Removing Grass Catcher
•Lift the rear discharge door on the mower, and lift the grass catcher up.
•Release the rear discharge door.
Converting to Side-Discharge
•Your mower has been shipped as a mulcher. To convert it to a
Mulching |
Plug |
Hinge |
Pin |
Side |
Chute |
Deflector |
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•Do not remove the side mulching plug at any time, even when you are not mulching.
WARNING: Never operate the mower without the mulching cover, the grass catcher bag, or the discharge chute properly installed.
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrations in Figure 11 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.
| Blade Control |
| Handle |
Recoil Starter |
|
Grass Catcher |
|
| Spark Plug |
Mulch Plug |
|
| |
Chute | Height Adjustment |
| Lever |
Figure 11
Blade Control Handle
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. The blade control handle must be depressed in order to operate the unit. Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade.
WARNING: The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. The blade will be rotating whenever the engine is running.
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