Controls And Features - MTD 18M Operator's Manual

Controls a nd Features
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Recoil Starter
Cutting Height
Adjustment Lever
Grass Catche_
Side Discharge Chute
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Figure 4-1
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. See Fig. 4-1.
_ ARNING: This blade control is a safety device.
Never attempt to bypass its operations.
Cutting HeightAdjustmentLever
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left
rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the "Assembly &
Set-Up" Section.
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.
MulchingPlug
The mulching plug is used for mulching purpose. Instead of
collecting the grass clippings in the grass catcher, your mower
has the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn.
Make sure that the rear discharge door is closed and the grass
catcher is removed from unit while mulching.
SideDischargeChute
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.
_lb ARNING:
Keep hands and feet away from the
chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label
on the unit.
RecoilStarter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand
behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.