SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
Compare the illustration in Figure 9 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.
WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields. We recommend wide vision safety mask for over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
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Figure 9
Mulching Plug
Both the mulching baffle and the mulching plug are used only for mulching purposes. Instead of collecting the grass clippings in a grass catcher, some mower models have the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn. This is called mulching.
Blade Control Handle
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower.The blade control handle must be depressed in order to operate the unit. Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade.
WARNING: This control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It is used to regulate the engine speed.
WARNING: The throttle control cannot be used to stop the engine. If the throttle control is located on the engine, do not adjust it with the engine running.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter handle is attached to the handle and is used to start the engine.
Grass Catcher
The grass catcher, located at the rear of the mower, is used to bag grass clippings for disposal at another site.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
This lever, located at each wheel, lets you adjust cutting height of the grass. Remember to put all four levers at the same height to avoid uneven cut.
SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER
NOTE: For shipping purposes, your mower wheels are set in low cutting height position. Refer to instructions for cutting height adjustment on page 10.
Gas and Oil Fill-Up
•Service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the engine manual. Follow instructions carefully.
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to cool for at least two minutes after running.
Before Starting
•Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Ensure that the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.
WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower.
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