Operation - Craftsman CX Series Operator's Manual

Drive Control
Recoil Starter
Side Discharge
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.
This blade control is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation.
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.
Speed Control
The speed control is located on the left side of the upper handle. This control is used
to select the forward speed of the mower. See Figure 13 inset.
IMPORTANT: Move the speed control only when the engine is running. Changing
the speed control setting with the engine off can damage the mower.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left rear wheel. To adjust
the cutting height, refer to the Adjustments Section.
Craftsman Lawn Mowers conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
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OPERATION

Blade Control
Speed
Control
Oil Cap
Mulching Cover
Figure 14
Deck Wash
Your mower's deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck
wash system. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the deck's underside.
Mulching Cover
The mulching cover is used for mulching purposes. Instead of collecting the grass
clippings in a grass catcher or using the side discharge chute, some mower models
have the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn. This is called
mulching.
Side Discharge Cover
Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To discharge the grass clippings to the side
instead, follow the instructions in the Assembly section to attach the side discharge
cover.
Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. Refer to
warning label on the unit.
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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Cutting Height
Adjustment
Lever
Gasoline Cap
Deck Wash
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