Controls and Features
Drive Control
Recoil Starter 
Side Discharge
Chute
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Blade Control
Electric Start Ignition Switch
Primer
Mulch Plug
Cutting Height
Adjustment Levers
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Blade Control
The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit. Release it to stop engine and blade.
WARNING: This blade control is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations.
Mulch Plug
The mulch plug is used for mulching purposes. Instead of collecting the grass clippings in a grass catcher or using the side discharge chute, some mower models have the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn. This is called mulching.
Side Discharge Chute
Drive Control
The drive control is located on the underside of the upper handle and is used to engage the drive. Squeeze it against the upper handle to engage the drive; release it to slow down or stop mower from propelling.
Primer
The primer is located on the left side of the engine, behind the air cleaner. Pressing the primer forces fuel directly into the engine’s carburetor to aid in starting the engine.
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 a uniform cut.
Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To discharge the grass clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the Assembly &
Warning: Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label on the unit.
Electric Start Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the left side of the handle panel. It is used only for the electric starter.
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.
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