Cutting Height - Cub Cadet 18M Operator's Manual

To remove grass catcher lift rear discharge door on the
mower . Lift grass catcher up and out, off of the pivot
rod. Release rear discharge door to allow it to close rear
opening of mower.
WARNING: Never operate mower
unless the hooks on the grass
catcher are firmly seated on the
pivot rod, and the rear discharge
door rests firmly against top of
the grass catcher.
8. To install the rear mulching plug.
a. Lift rear discharge door and lift grass catcher up
and out, off of the pivot rod.
b. Insert the rear mulching plug as shown in Figure
3-5 and release the rear discharge door.
9. If converting to side discharge, make sure grass
catcher is off unit and rear mulching plug is in place.
a. On the side of the mower deck, lift the hinged
mulching plug. See Figure 3-7.
b. Slide the two hooks on the side discharge deflec-
tor under the hinge pin on the hinged mulching
plug assembly. Lower the hinged mulching plug.
NOTE: Do not remove the hinged mulching plug at any
time, even when you are not mulching.
Adjustments

Cutting Height

The height adjuster determines the cutting height of the
mower. The adjuster is located above the left rear wheel.
To adjust the cutting height, pull the lever out and away
from the mower and then move it forward or back to
select a new cutting height. See Figure 3-8.
Figure 3-8
B
A
C

A
B
Figure 3-5
Figure 3-6
Figure 3-7
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Setup and
Adjustments
NOTE: Make certain
bag is turned right side
out before assembling
(warning label will be on
the outside).
NOTE: Make certain
cables are routed to the
outside of the handle so
they are not in the way
when attaching the grass
catcher.
WARNING
Never operate mower
unless the hooks on
the grass catcher are
firmly seated on the
pivot rod, and the
rear discharge door
rests firmly against
top of the grass
catcher.
All mowers are
equipped with a rear
protective guard. The
guard helps eliminate
projectiles thrown
by the blade from
injuring the operator.
DO NOT REMOVE
THIS GUARD.