INTRODUCTION
This Section introduces the features and
controls found on the lawn mower.
Carefully review the information in this
Section, then read Section 4, Operation
before using the mower.
MOWER ATTACHMENTS
The mower is supplied with three easily
changed attachments —the Grass
Catcher (I, Figure 3-1), Mulching Plug (N)
and Side-Discharge Chute (M)— which
provide three different mowing modes.
See Setting Up Mowing Modes in Section
4 for detailed information on how to
install and use the attachments.
A unique feature, the Cub Cadet Rapid
Attach
TM
System, is incorporated into the
design of the attachments. This system
enables you to quickly and easily install
the attachments without using tools.
Grass Catcher Attachment
Use the Grass Catcher (G, Figure 3-1) to
collect clippings for disposal. The bag
can hold over two bushels of clippings.
The Grass Catcher is equipped with the
Cub Cadet
®
Smart Bag
TM
feature (F,
Figure 3-1). The Smart Bag feature is a
grass fill indicator that provides a visual
alert when the bag is full. See Bagging
Mode in Section 4 for detailed informa-
tion.
Side-Discharge Chute Attachment
Use the Side-Discharge Chute (M, Figure
3-1) to direct grass clippings out the left
side (from operator’s position) of the
mower. See Side-Discharge Mode in
Section 4.
Figure 3-1
Features and Controls
3
Section
8
Before operating your machine,
carefully read and understand all
safety, controls and operating instruc-
tions in this Manual, the separate
Engine Owner’s Manual and on the
decals on the machine.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in serious personal injury.
H
G
I
L
J
H
E
D
C
N
M
K
A
O
A: Operator Presence Control Bail G: Grass Catcher M: Side-Discharge Chute
B: Wheel Speed Control H: Discharge Outlet Guard N: Mulching Plug
C: Wheel Drive Bail I: Lower Handlebar Adjustment Knob (2) O: Discharge Outlet
D: Recoil Rope Starter J: Handlebar Height Adjuster (2) P: Clutch Cable Adjuster
E: Upper Handlebar Adjustment Knob (2) K: Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
F: Smart Bag
TM
Grass Fill Indicator L: Belt Cover
B
P
F