Theoperationof any lawn SAFETYGLASSESmowercan result in foreign
objectsthrowninto the eyes,which can result in severeeye damage.Always
wear safety glassesor eye shieldswhile operatingyour lawn moweror performing any adjustmentsor repairs.We recom- menda standardsafetyglassesor wide visionsafetymaskwornover spectacles.
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED
The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance. Speed is not adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
_CAUTION: Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the
risk 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 CUTTING HEIGHT
Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit
your requirements. Medium position is best for most lawns.
•To change cutting height, squeeze ad- juster lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your requirements.
Be sure all wheels are in the same set-
ting.
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also,
LEVER BACKWARD
TO LOWER MOWER
LEVER FORWARD TO RAISE MOWER
TO CONVERT MOWER
Your lawn mower is shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging:
•Lift discharge guard and remove mulcher plate.
•Mower can now be used for side dis-
charge or optional grass catcher can be attached.
•To return to mulching operation, simply reinstall mulcher plate as shown.
_IbCAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without discharge guard, approved grass catcher or mulcher plate in place.
Hinge rod
Discharge
Housing opening
Hooks
Mulcher plate
