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Removing the Grass Bag

1. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide

(Figure 27).

Figure 27

2. Lift the grass bag handle out from the grooves at

the top of the mower and remove the bag from the
mower (Figure 28).

Figure 28

3. Insert the mulch plug (Figure 29).

Figure 29

Side-discharging the Clippings

Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass.

If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the
mulch plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before
side-discharging the clippings.

Important:

The mower has a safety switch that

prevents you from starting the mower unless you
first install the mulch plug securely on the mower
(refer to Mulching the Clippings).

Installing the Side Discharge Chute

1. Unlock the side discharge door (Figure 30).

Figure 30

2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 31).

Figure 31

3. Install the side discharge chute and close the door

onto the chute (Figure 32).

Figure 32

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Summary of Contents for Insight Platinum 10765

Page 1: ...neral information worthy of special attention Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth d...

Page 2: ...atcher discharge guard rear guard or other safety protective devices in place and working Never leave a running machine unattended Stop the engine and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop bef...

Page 3: ...p and tighten securely Exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless deadly poison that can kill you Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area General Service Never operate machine in a clos...

Page 4: ...harge plug or bag in place do not operate the mower without the side discharge cover or deflector in place 110 9457 1 Engine switch Off 3 Unlocked 2 Engine switch On 4 Locked Setup Important Remove an...

Page 5: ...Install the Mulch Plug or Grass Bag Procedure You must correctly install the mulch plug for mulching or side discharging or grass bag for bagging or the engine will not start The mower has a safety sw...

Page 6: ...Note If the lever does not latch properly disconnect the wire from the spark plug and check for and remove any debris buildup in the tunnel Product Overview Figure 10 1 Spark plug 6 Blade control bar...

Page 7: ...leaded regular gasoline from a major name brand service station Figure 12 Important To reduce starting problems next season add fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season mixing it with gasoline less than...

Page 8: ...st the cutting height as desired Set all four wheels to the same height Note To raise the mower move all 4 cutting height levers forward to lower the mower move them rearward Figure 14 Figure 14 Adjus...

Page 9: ...Service Dealer Using the Self propel Drive To operate the self propel drive simply walk with your hands on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides and the mower will automatically keep pace wit...

Page 10: ...to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn If the side discharge chute is on the mower remove it and lock the side discharge door refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute before bagging the c...

Page 11: ...s If the bag is on the mower remove it and insert the mulch plug refer to Removing the Grass Bag before side discharging the clippings Important The mower has a safety switch that prevents you from st...

Page 12: ...If the grass is too long the mower may plug and cause the engine to stall Mow only dry grass or leaves Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower to plug or the engine to...

Page 13: ...uickly Refer to your Engine Operator s Manual for any additional yearly maintenance procedures Important Refer to your Engine Operator s Manual for additional maintenance procedures Preparing for Main...

Page 14: ...n the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants 1 Perform the pre maintenance procedures refer to Preparing for Maintenance 2 Remove t...

Page 15: ...e the left and right sides of the upper handle with a low viscosity silicone spray lubricant yearly or as needed 1 Spray the outer plastic end of the inner handle Figure 40 Figure 40 Note Use the stra...

Page 16: ...g the jacket downward increases the ground speed 5 Tighten the nut firmly 6 Start the mower and check the adjustment Note If the self propel drive is not properly adjusted repeat this procedure Replac...

Page 17: ...r may dislodge material from under the mower housing Wear eye protection Stay in the operating position behind the handle Do not allow bystanders in the area 1 With the engine running on a flat paved...

Page 18: ...ylinder corrosion during the off season 7 Loosely install the spark plug 8 Tighten all nuts bolts and screws Folding the Handle Upright Position 1 Step on the foot pedal and hold it down Figure 48 Fig...

Page 19: ...Notes 19...

Page 20: ...Obtaining Warranty Service If you think that your Lawn Boy product contains a defect in materials or workmanship follow this procedure 1 Contact any Authorized Lawn Boy Service Dealer to arrange servi...

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