Controls & Features - Cub Cadet 18M Operator's Manual

Controls and Features
Recoil Starter
Blade Control
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.
WARNING:
Never attempt to bypass its operations.
Drive Control
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 Height Adjustment Lever
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left
rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the "Assembly &
Set-Up" Section.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand
behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
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Grass Catcher
Side Discharge
Chute
This blade control is a safety device.
Drive Control
Blade Control
Electric Start Switch (if equipped)
Cutting Height
Adjustment Lever
Mulch Plug
Figure 4-1
Grass Catcher
The grass catcher, located at the rear of the mower, is used to bag
the grass clippings for disposal at another site. Once the bag is
full, it has to be removed from the mower and emptied before
any further mowing.
Electric Start Ignition Switch (if equipped)
The ignition switch is located on the left side of the handle panel.
It is used only for the electric starter.
Mulch Plug
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.
Side Discharge Chute
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.
WARNING:
chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label
on the unit.
Keep hands and feet away from the
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