Mulching Operation
For best mulching results, cut up to a maximum of 1/3 of grass
blade length and recycle ONLY when grass is dry.
1.
Set all wheels in the highest cutting position (Notch 7). See
Cutting Height Adjustment.
2.
Move the engine speed control to the fast (Rabbit) position.
3.
Move the ground speed control to the slowest speed setting.
4.
Proceed mowing slowly. If the grass is very dense, lower
each rear wheel latch one notch lower than the front wheel
latches to improve mulching performance.
Note: The mulching cover should remain on the machine at all
times, unless alternate discharge operations are desired, such
as side discharging or bagging.
Removing the Mulching Cover
(Optional Accessory on Some Models)
WARNING
Amputation Hazard
• 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.
Burn Hazard
• Engine and components are HOT.
• Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool.
1.
Remove the knob nuts (A, Figure 10) and internal/ external
tooth lock washers (B) securing the mulching cover (C) to
the mower deck.
2.
Remove the cover.
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Installing the Discharge Deflector
WARNING
Amputation Hazard
• 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.
Burn Hazard
• Engine and components are HOT.
• Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool.
1.
Remove the mulching cover. See
Mulching Operation.
2.
Install the deflector (A, Figure 11) to the deck in place of
the mulching cover, making sure that:
• The front hole (B) on the outside front of the deflector
fits over the stud where the front of the mulching 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 mulching cover was originally
secured.
3.
Install the internal/external tooth lock washers and knob
nuts onto the studs and tighten securely.
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Not for
Reproduction
