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,
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.
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