Operation - Craftsman C459-36201 Operator's Manual

Recoil Starter
Grass Catcher
Side Discharge
Chute
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
This blade control is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its
operations.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVERS
One adjustment lever is located on the right rear wheel and one is
located on the right front wheel. Both levers have to be at the same
relative position to ensure a uniform cut. To adjust the cutting height,
refer to the "Assembly & Set-Up" Section.
MULCHING PLUG
The mulching plug is used to recirculate grass clippings back to the
lawn. Attach it as instructed in the Assembly section of this manual.
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.

OPERATION

Blade Control
Cutting Height
Adjustment
Lever
Mulch Plug
Figure 12
DECK WASH (if equipped)
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.
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.
TRAIL SHIELD
The trail shield is attached to the rear of the mower and is there to
protect the operator from flying debris. Do not use the mower unless
the shield is fully functional and in place.
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.
OIL FIL CAP/DIPSTICK
Refer to the Maintenance section for iinstructions on checking the oil.
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Deck Wash (if equipped)
WarninG
Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. Refer
to warning label on the unit.
Cutting Height
Adjustment
Lever