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1. Upper handle
2. Rear frame
3. Flange nut, (3/8 inch)
4. Flange bolt, (3/8 x 1 inch)
3. Remove the lower flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and flange
nuts securing handle to rear frame (Figure 16).
4. Pivot handle to desired operating position and install
lower flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and flange nuts into
mounting holes. Tighten all flange bolts.
5. Check the control bar for correct adjustment. Refer to
Adjusting the Control Bar in the maintenance section.
6. Check the parking brake adjustment. Refer to Checking
the Brakes in the maintenance section.
Adjusting the Flow Baffle
The mower discharge flow can be adjusted for different types
of mowing conditions. Position the cam lock and baffle to
give the best quality of cut.
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers to
the neutral locked position and set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. To adjust the baffle, loosen the nut (Figure 17).
4. Adjust the baffle and nut in the slot to the desired
discharge flow and tighten the nut.
Figure 16
5. Upper mounting hole
6. Lower mounting holes
7. Low position
8. High position
1. Slot
Positioning the Flow Baffle
The following figures are only recommendations for use.
Adjustments will vary by grass type, moisture content, and
height of grass.
Note: If the engine power draws down and the mower
ground speed is the same, open up the baffle.
Position A
This is the full rear position (see Figure 18). The suggested
use for this position is a follows.
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Use for short, light grass mowing conditions.
•
Use in dry conditions.
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For smaller grass clippings.
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Propels grass clippings farther away from the mower.
Position B
Use this position when bagging (Figure 19).
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Figure 17
2. Nut
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Figure 18
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