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13
OPERATION
Using Mower with Grass Catcher
You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are
operating the mower.
1. Attach grass catcher following instructions in the Assembly
section. Grass clippings will automatically collect in bag.
Operate mower until grass bag is full.
2. Stop engine by releasing the blade control. Make sure that
the engine has come to a complete stop.
3. Lift rear discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from
the mower to remove the bag. Dispose of the grass clippings
and reinstall the bag when complete.
WARNING
If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, thoroughly inspect mower for
any damage, and repair damage before restarting
and operating. Extensive vibration of mower during
operation is an indication of damage. The mower should
be promptly inspected and repaired.
Vertical Mower Storage (If Equipped)
WARNING
Standing a mower without the vertical storage feature in
the upright position may cause damage to the engine or
cause a fuel or oil leak.
Only mowers with the vertical storage feature include an
engine that can be stored in the upright position.
Do not store the mower outside or in damp area. Store
mower in a dry, clean area.
STORING THE MOWER
WARNING
Wait for engine to cool before wiping or storing.
IMPORTANT: Before storing the mower in the vertical position
ensure the fuel level is at or below the recommended fill level.
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual.
1. Using compressed air or dry rag clean the outside of the
mower and remove any debris from around the engine.
2. If equipped, remove the starting key.
3. Unlock the two handle release levers. See inset Figure 20.
4. Fold the handle (b) forward to the storage position
(Figure 20). Do not crimp blade control cable or the drive
control cable (if equipped) while lowering the handle.
5. Lock the two handle release levers. See inset Figure 20.
Unlock
Lock
Figure 20
6. Lifting from the handle (a), tilt the mower up onto the rear
wheels and back of the handle bracket (b) (Figure 21).
7. Position the mower so that the blade is facing a wall.
b
a
Figure 21
REMOVING THE MOWER FROM STORAGE
WARNING
When moving the mower or unfolding the handle do
not put hands or feet near or under the cutting deck.
Otherwise serious injury may occur.
To prevent accidentally starting the mower engine when
unfolding the handle, do not hold the blade control
against the upper handle. Otherwise serious injury may
occur.
1. Holding the mower by the upper handle, gently set the
mower down on all four wheels.
2. To unfold the handle, unlock the two handle release levers
(inset, Figure 21) and perform STEPS 5-8 in ASSEMBLY,
Vertical Storage Handle on page 8.
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