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10
Operation
Installing the Discharge Deflector
1. Remove the recycling cover. Refer to the Section enti-
tled “Recycling Operation”.
2. Install the deflector
(A, Figure 9) to the deck in place of
the recycling cover, making sure that:
The front hole
(B) on the outside front of the
deflector fits over the stud where the front of the
recycling cover was originally secured
The slot
(C) on top of the deflector slips under the
restraining nut on top of the deck (under the right
front corner of the engine)
The slot
(D) on the inside rear of the deflector slips
onto the stud behind the rear of the discharge
opening, where the rear of the recycling cover was
originally secured.
3. Install the internal/external tooth lock washers and knob
nuts onto the studs and tighten securely.
Installing the Grass Bag Adapter
(Optional Accessory on Some Models)
1. Remove the recycling cover. Refer to the Section enti-
tled “Recycling Operation”.
2. Install the adapter
(A, Figure 10) to the deck in place of
the recycling cover, making sure that:
The front hole
(B) on the outside front of the
adapter fits over the stud where the front of the
recycling cover was originally secured
The slot
(C) on top of the adapter slips under the
restraining nut on top of the deck (under the right
front corner of the engine)
The slot
(D) on the rear of the adapter slips onto
the stud behind the rear of the discharge opening,
where the rear of the recycling cover was
originally secured.
3. Install the internal/external tooth lock washers and knob
nuts onto the studs and tighten securely.
4. Route the recoil rope around the outside of the rope
guide pulley
(E).
Note: The recoil rope may need to be slackened. Refer to the section
entitled “Starting and Operation - Engine and Blade”.
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.
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Figure 10: Installing the grass bag adapter
B
D
A
E
C
Figure 9: Installing the discharge deflector
B
A
C
D
Operation (Continued)
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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Not
for
Reproduction
