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G. REAR MULCH PLUG IF EQUIPPED
On select mowers, the mulch plug is a separate
component. If equipped, this mulch plug must be
installed into the rear bagging discharge area when
using the mower as a mulcher (recirculating the
clippings back to the lawn) or side discharge.
H. SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE IF EQUIPPED
The side discharge chute is used to discharge grass
clippings to the side of the mower instead of collecting
the clippings in the grass catcher or using the mower as
a mulcher.
WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from
the chute area on cutting deck. Refer to
warning label on the unit.
I. TRAIL SHIELD
The trail shield is attached to the rear of the mower and
is there to protect the operator from flying debris. Do
not use the mower unless the shield is fully functional
and in place.
J. DECK WASH IF EQUIPPED
Your mower’s deck may be equipped with a fast attach
deck wash nozzle on its surface as part of its deck wash
system. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from
the deck’s underside.
Gasoline And Oil Fill-up
IMPORTANT: Refer to the separate Engine Operator’s
Manual for additional engine information.
This mower is shipped without gasoline (fuel) or oil in
the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline
and oil as instructed before starting or operating your
lawn mower.
1. Add provided oil before starting mower for the first
time as instructed in the separate Engine Operator’s
Manual.
2. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the
separate Engine Operator’s Manual.
WARNING: Use extreme care when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the
machine indoors or while the engine is hot or
running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes
and other sources of ignition.
To Stop Engine
Release blade control to stop the engine and blade.
NOTE: If equipped with an electric starter push key,
remove the key when the mower is unattended to
prevent unauthorized operation.
WARNING: Wait for the blade to stop
completely before performing any work on
the mower or to remove the grass catcher.
Check blade stopping time is within 3
seconds. If blade does not stop within 3
seconds contact your Service Center.
Using Your Lawn Mower
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.
Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other
objects which could damage lawn mower or engine.
Such objects could be thrown by the blade in any
direction and cause serious personal injury to the
operator and helpers.
Dual Lever Drive Controls
(If Equipped)
1. Once the engine is running and while continuing
to hold the blade control down, squeeze either (or
both) drive controls against the upper handle to
propel mower (Figure 16).
Engage the right, the left, or
both the right and left control
levers to propel the mower
Figure 16
2. Release the dual lever drive controls to slow down
or stop mower.
3. Speed Control (if equipped) - To change speed,
move speed control to the desired speed.
CONTROLS & OPERATION, cont'd
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