Craftsman 12AVP2R3391 Operator's Manual page 10

Recoil Starter Rope Handle Assembly
NOTE: The rope guide is attached to the right side of the
upper handle. Loosen the knob securing the rope guide
(Figure 14).
NOTE: Vertical Storage Mowers Only: The recoil starter
rope is equipped with a rope stop clamp to prevent the
starter rope being pulled into the engine. Do not remove
the rope stop clamp.
1. Hold blade control against upper handle.
2. Slowly pull recoil starter rope handle from engine and
slip starter rope into the rope guide.
3. Tighten rope guide knob.
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Figure 14
NOTE: On select units, use the two cable clips provided
to secure blade control and drive cables to lower handle
(Figure 15).
IMPORTANT: To reduce wear and allow for proper
operation, make sure to leave some slack in the upper
portion of the cables.
Figure 15
ASSEMBLY
Attaching the Grass Catcher (If Equipped)
1. Perform the following to assemble the grass catcher
(Figure 16).
NOTE: Before assembling the grass catcher, ensure the
grass bag is turned right side out, with the warning
label showing on the outside.
a. Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side is
at the bottom.
b. Slip plastic channels (a) of grass bag over the frame
(b).
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2. Follow steps below to attach grass catcher (Figure 17):
a. Lift rear discharge door (a).
b. Remove the rear mulch plug (b) (if equipped).
c. Place grass catcher into the slots in the handle
brackets (c). Lower the discharge door so that it
rests on the grass catcher.
NOTE: To remove grass catcher, lift rear discharge door
on the mower. Lift grass catcher up and off the slots in
the handle brackets. Reinstall the rear mulch plug (if
equipped). Release rear discharge door to allow it to close
rear opening of mower.
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Figure 16
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