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Using the Self-propel Drive
To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the
self-propel drive bar (A) toward the handle and hold it.
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A
To disengage the self-propel drive, release the
self-propel drive bar.
Note: The maximum self-propel ground speed is
fixed. To reduce the ground speed, increase the
space between the self-propel drive bar and the
handle.
Stopping the Engine
To stop the engine, release the blade control bar.
Important: When you release the blade control bar,
both the engine and blade should stop within
3 seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop using
your mower immediately and contact an Authorized
Service Dealer.
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Recycling the Clippings
Your mower comes from the factory ready to recycle
the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer to
Removing the Grass Bag on page 7) before
recycling the clippings.
Important: Ensure that
the rear discharge plug
is in place before you
recycle the clippings.
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Bagging the Clippings
Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass
and leaf clippings from the lawn.
Warning
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop before leaving the operating position.
Installing the Grass Bag
1.
Open the rear door.
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2.
Remove the rear
discharge plug.
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3.
Install the bag over the door rod.
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Removing the Grass Bag
To remove the bag, reverse the steps above.
