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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running. STOP engine
and blade. Remove key. 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.
2.5 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
1. Pull the cutting height adjusting handle outward
and move to desired cutting height. See Figure 2.7.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT flex the cutting height adjusting
handle outward beyond what is required to change cutting
height. Pulling outward too far may cause damage to the
handle.
FIGURE 2.7
2.6 RECYCLING OPERATION
Converting this mower to the recycling operation requires
no tools. First, STOP engine. Raise discharge door
located at rear of machine. Remove grass catcher. Insert
recycling plug fully into discharge opening. Allow
discharge door to close. See Figure 2.8.
NOTE: For best recycling results, cut up to a maximum of
1/3 of grass blade length and recycle ONLY when grass is
dry.
1. Set the cutting height at the highest cutting
position.
2. Move engine speed control to “FAST” (Rabbit)
position.
3. Move ground speed control to slowest speed
setting.
4. Proceed mowing slowly. If grass is very dense,
raise cutting height to improve recycling
performance.
FIGURE 2.8
2.7 INSTALLATION of GRASS CATCHER
1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page.
2. Lift discharge door located at the rear of
machine. See Figure 2.9.
3. Install grass catcher onto the rear of machine.
Position the rod ends of catcher frame over the tabs
located at the rear of deck. Release discharge door,
which is spring loaded, onto top of grass catcher.
FIGURE 2.9
WARNING
DO NOT operate mower without entire grass catcher,
side chute or recycling plug in place. Grass Catcher
components are subject to deterioration during
normal use. Inspect frequently and replace worn or
damaged components immediately.
CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTING HANDLE
GRASS
CATCHER
LIFT DISCHARGE
DOOR
FIT ROD ENDS
OVER TABS
TABS
CATCHER
HANDLE
LIFT DISCHARGE
DOOR
INSERT
RECYCLING
PLUG
