Side Discharging or
Mulching the Grass
This machine has a hinged grass deflector that
disperses clippings to the side and down toward the
turf.
DANGER
Without the grass deflector, discharge cover,
or complete grass catcher assembly mounted
in place, you and bystanders are exposed to
blade contact and thrown debris. Contact with
rotating mower blade(s) and thrown debris
will cause injury or death.
• Do not remove the grass deflector from
the machine, because the grass deflector
routes material down toward the turf. If the
grass deflector is ever damaged, replace it
immediately.
• Never try to clear the discharge area or
mower blades unless the power takeoff
(PTO) is off. Rotate the key to the OFF
position and remove the key.
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut
The height-of-cut can be adjusted from 38 to 127 mm
(1-1/2 to 5 inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments.
Note:
Using a height-of-cut under 51 mm (2 inches)
increases the wear on the mower-deck belt. Use a
height-of-cut that is greater than 51 mm (2 inches)
whenever possible.
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