Mulching Baffle (If Equipped)

1.If your mower is equipped with an optional mulching baffle, install it on the right side of the deck. Follow the sequence indicated here.

a.Lift up and hold the side-discharge chute deflector and insert the bottom lip of the mulching baffle inside the chute opening See Fig. 3-6.

b.Snap the hooks of the mulching baffle over the hinge pin of the chute deflector. The hooks must snap into place on the hinge pin, locking the mulching baffle firmly onto the mower. Release the chute deflector.

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Figure 3-6

Adjustments

Cutting Height

Each wheel has a height adjustment lever to change the cutting height of the mower.

1.Depress the height adjustment lever towards wheel.

2.Slide the lever to the desired position for a change in cutting height. See Fig. 3-7.

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Figure 3-7

3.Release the lever towards deck.

IMPORTANT: When adjusting the cutting height, be sure to set all four wheels at the same height. For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment lever to a higher position to prevent scalping of the grass.

Set-Up

Gas and Oil Fill-Up

Refer to the Engine Operation section in this manual for additional engine information.

1.Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out of the box.

2.Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the Engine Operation section of this manual.

WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and any other sources of ignition.

10Section 3 — Assembly & Set-Up