Manual

Controlsand Features
4
Recoil Starter
Side Discharge
Chute
Mulch Plug
J
Figure 4-1
BladeControl
RecoUStarter
The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower.
Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the
unit. Release it to stop engine and blade.
_ ARNING: This blade control is a safety device.
Never attempt to bypass its operations.
DriveControl
The drive control is located on the underside of the upper handle
and is used to engage the drive. Squeeze it against the upper
handle to engage the drive; release it to slow down or stop
mower from propelling. See Fig. 4-1.
Cutting HeightAdjustmentLever
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left
rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the "Assembly &
Set-Up" Section.
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand
behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
SideDischargeChute
Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To discharge the grass
clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the
Assembly & Set-Up section to attach the side discharge chute.
_lb ARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the
chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label
on the unit.
MulchPlug
The mulch plug is used for mulching purpose. Instead of
collecting the grass clippings in the grass catcher, your mower
has the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn.
Make sure that the rear discharge door is closed and the grass
catcher is removed from unit while mulching.