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7. Secure mulch cover (item 8) onto weld screws with
two 5/16" flat steel washers (item 9) and two 1/4"
locking top flange nuts (item 10). Position mulch
cover over gap between deck opening and mulch
baffle. See Figure 7.
8. Lower unit to the ground.
9. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug.
MULCHING TIPS
For best mulching quality, follow these tips:
1. Mow at full throttle.
2. Mow at half speed.
3. Mow dry grass only. Mowing wet grass causes
clumping.
4. Keep mower blades sharp.
5. Cut no more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) at a time. For tall
grass, mow at a higher cutting height, then make a
second (or third) pass with the deck set to the
desired cutting height.
6. Clean the underside of deck after each mowing.
IMPORTANT:
When cleaning, DO NOT wash with high-
pressure water. Allow all parts to cool before cleaning.
Figure 7
