To Bag
CAUTION: Check grass bag frequently for wear or deterioration. Replace worn or damaged bag with Ariens original equipment replacement bag only.
1.Shut off unit.
2.Install side discharge cover.
Side Discharge Cover
Figure 8
3.Lift rear door.
4.Hook grass bag frame on mounting flange.
5.Lower rear door.
If necessary, lift rear of grass bag frame to lock in position.
There should be no openings between bag and mounting surface after installing bag. If necessary, clear debris from bag mounting surface.
Grass Bag Removal
1.Shut off unit.
2.Lift rear door.
3.Use handle to lift bag off mounting flange.
4.Close rear door.
NOTE: Empty grass bag and clean mower pan after each use. DO NOT allow grass clumps or a grass coating to collect inside of grass bag or mower pan. Remove grass bag from mower, wash bag with hose and allow to dry.
To Side Discharge
1.Shut off unit.
2.Remove grass bag.
3.Install Mulchmaster plug (see below).
4.Remove side discharge cover and keep hardware.
5.Attach side discharge deflector to studs on mower. Make sure deflector covers discharge opening.
6.Secure with cover hardware from step 4.
Side Discharge Deflector
Figure 9
To Mulch
1.Shut off unit.
2.Remove grass bag and install side discharge cover.
3.Open rear door and insert Mulchmaster plug with the beveled face to the left.
4.Close rear door.
NOTE: Rear door must close flush.
NOTE: For maximum mulching performance, install the Mulchmaster Mulching Kit. See Accessories.
Mulchmaster Plug
Figure 10
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