Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
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. Engine and components are
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool.
2.6 RECYCLING OPERATION
(Optional accessory on some models)
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 all wheels in the highest cutting position
(Notch 6).
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,
lower each rear wheel latch one notch lower than
the front wheel latches to improve recycling
performance.
2.7 INSTALLATION of GRASS CATCHER
Install grass catcher by sliding connector over flange
of adapter. Attach grass bag hooks over middle handle
cross bar. See Figure 2.9.
FIGURE 2.9
WARNING
DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or
guard in place. Grass Catcher components are
subject to deterioration during normal use. Inspect
frequently and replace worn or damaged
components immediately.
2.8 INSTALLATION of DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR
(Optional accessory on some models)
1. Remove grass bag from handle and grass bag
adapter. See Figure 2.10.
2. Remove front and rear nuts attaching grass bag
adapter to deck. See Figure 2.10.
3. Install discharge deflector and secure to deck
using hardware removed in Step 2. Slot in front
edge of discharge deflector must be under nut as
shown and both bolts protruding through holes in
the side of the deflector. See Figure 2.11.
FIGURE 2.10
FIGURE 2.11
FROM HANDLE AND
BAG ADAPTER
REMOVE NUTS
DEFLECTOR UNDER
NUT
