Replacing the Grass Deflector
WARNING
An uncovered discharge opening could allow the
lawn mower to throw objects in the operator's or
bystander's direction and result in serious injury.
Also, contact with the blade could occur.
Do not operate the lawn mower unless you install
a cover plate, a mulch plate, grass deflector, or
bagger.
1. Remove the locknut, bolt, spring, and spacer holding
the deflector to the pivot brackets
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Figure 89
1. Bolt
2. Spacer
3. Locknut
4. Spring
2. Remove the damaged or worn grass deflector.
3. Place the spacer and the spring onto the grass deflector.
4. Place 1 J end of the spring behind the deck edge.
Note: Make sure 1 J end of spring is installed behind
deck edge before installing the bolt as shown in
89.
5. Install the bolt and the nut.
6. Place 1 J-hook end of the spring around the grass
deflector
(Figure
89).
Important: The grass deflector must be able
to rotate. Lift the deflector up to the full open
position, and ensure that it rotates into the full
down position.
(Figure
89).
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5. Spring (installed)
6. Grass deflector
7. J-hook end of the spring
Figure
Cleaning
Cleaning under the Mower
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily.
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. Raise the front of the machine and use jack stands to
support the mower.
Disposing of Waste
Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic oil, and engine coolant are
pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these according to
your state and local regulations.
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