Removing the Grass Bag
1. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide
Figure 31
2. Lift the grass bag handle out from the grooves at
the top of the mower and remove the bag from the
mower (Figure 32).
Figure 32
3. Insert the mulch plug (Figure 33).
Figure 33
Side-discharging the Clippings
Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass.
If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the
mulch plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before
side-discharging the clippings.
Important:
The mower has a safety switch that
prevents you from starting the mower unless you
first install the mulch plug securely on the mower
(refer to Mulching the Clippings).
Installing the Side Discharge Chute
1. Unlock the side discharge door (Figure 34).
Figure 34
2. Lift open the side discharge door (Figure 35).
Figure 35
3. Install the side discharge chute and close the door
onto the chute (Figure 36).
Figure 36
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