Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

2.13INSTALLATION of DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR (Optional accessory on some models)

Install discharge deflector if discharging is desired. Grass Bag and Bag Adapter or Recycling Cover must be removed.

1.Remove front and rear nuts that secure Bag Adapter or Recycling Cover to deck. Refer to sections concerning these parts.

2.Install discharge deflector and secure to deck using hardware removed in Step 1. Slot in front edge of discharge deflector must be under nut as shown and both bolts protruding through holes in the side of the deflector. See Figure 2.18.

INSTALL

 

SLIDE

DISCHARGE

 

DEFLECTOR SLOT

DEFLECTOR

 

UNDER NUT

 

 

 

2.14INSTALLATION of RECYCLING COVER (Optional Accessory on Some Models)

It will be necessary to remove bag adapter and grass bag or discharge deflector before installing recycling cover. See previous section for instructions. Install the recycling cover and secure to the side and top of the deck with the two nuts provided on the machine. Slide top portion of cover under nut secured to the deck. See Figure 2.19.

RECYCLING

COVER

ATTACH RECYCLING

COVER TO THE DECK

WITH TWO NUTS

FIGURE 2. 19

INSTALL

NUTS

FIGURE 2.18

WARNING

DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or guard in place. Grass Catcher components are subject to deterioration during normal use. Inspect frequently and replace worn or damaged components immediately.

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Snapper R215517HC, RP215517HC, RP217017BVE, MRP215517B, MR216517B Install Slide Discharge Deflector Slot Under NUT