19sectiOn 5 — OperatiOn
Installing Mulching Plug (IF EQUIPPED)WARNING!: Before installing the mulching
plug, place the PTO switch in the “OFF”
position, engage the parking brake, turn the
ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove
the key from the switch to avoid accidental
starting and injury.
If the mower deck has been used, clean any buildup of
grass clippings from the discharge opening of the deck.
Lift the chute deflector upward and insert the
mulching plug into the discharge opening of the deck
(Refer to Figure 5-11).
Position the mulching plug so that its top hole aligns
with the hole in the top of the deck housing. Install the
carriage bolt through both surfaces and secure with
the wing nut (See Figure 5-11).
To remove the mulching plug; remove the wing nut
and carriage bolt, then withdraw the plug from the
discharge opening. Insert the carriage bolt through the
mulching plug and install the wing nut onto the bolt to
prevent their loss.
Figure 5-11
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Mulching
Plug
Chute
Deflector
WingNut
Carriage
Bolt
HoleIn
DeckHsg.
Do not cut wet grass. For effective mulching do not
cut wet grass. Wet grass sticks to the underside of the
deck prevention proper mulching and dispersal of
grass clippings.
Cut no more than 1/3 the length of the grass. When
mulching long grass, it may be necessary to mow
twice, lowering the deck another 1/3 of the length
for the second cut, and perhaps cutting in a different
pattern. Overlap the cut on each pass to help clean up
any heavy clippings left on the lawn.
Use a slow ground speed. Adjust ground speed so
clippings can be evenly dispersed into the lawn.When
cutting heavy grass, it may be necessary to use a
slower ground speed in order to get a well mulched
cut.
Always operate the tractor at full throttle. To obtain
the best cut and do the most effective job of
mulching, the engine should be run at full throttle.
Clean underside of deck. Be certain to clean the
underside of the deck often to avoid a buildup of grass
clippings, which will prevent proper mulching.
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