Yard Machines 260 Thru 279, Operator'S Manual

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Removing Chute Retainer (Models 260 Series)
The chute deflector on your mower is held in an upright
position by a retainer for shipping purposes only.
Remove the retainer by following steps below, before
running the mower for the first time.
• Push the chute deflector up and towards the
engine. Holding the deflector in this position,
remove the retainer. See Figure 5.
• Lower the chute deflector carefully to its operating
position keeping your fingers out of the way.
Figure 5
WARNING: The chute retainer must be
removed and discarded before operating
the mower.
Installing Mulching Baffle (Model 260 Series)
If your mower is equipped with the optional mulching
baffle, install it following these instructions:
• Lift up side discharge chute and insert the mulching
baffle so that the notches at the bottom of the baffle
sit firmly on the lip of the deck opening.
See Figure 6.
• Snap the hooks of the baffle over the hinge pin on
the discharge chute. Make sure that the hooks
snaps into place, locking the mulching baffle firmly
on to the mower.
• Release the side discharge chute.
Installing Side Discharge Chute (Model 270 Series)
If your mower is equipped with the optional side
discharge chute, install it following these instructions:
• Slide the hooks of the side discharge chute under
the hinge pin on the mulching baffle. Make sure that
the hooks snaps into place, locking the chute firmly
onto the mower. See Figure 7.
• Release the mulching baffle.
Figure 6
Figure 7
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before
operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in
Figure 8 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself
with the location of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
WARNING: The operation of any lawn
mower can result in foreign objects being
thrown into the eyes, which can damage
your eyes severely. Always wear safety
glasses while operating the mower, or
while performing any adjustments or
repairs on it.
Engine Controls
See the separate engine manual for the location and
function of the controls on the engine.
Blade Control Handle
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle
of the mower. The blade control handle must be
depressed in order to operate the unit. Release blade
control handle to stop engine and blade.
WARNING: This blade control mechanism
is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass
its operations.
Raise Chute
Remove
Retainer
Deflector
Baffle
Hook
Insert Notches
on Top of Lip
Hinge
Pin
Discharge
Chute
Side Discharge
Chute
Hooks
Mulching
Baffle