Cutting Height Adjustment; Mulching Operation - Briggs & Stratton Snapper 7800968-01 Manual Del Operador

Cutting Height Adjustment

WARNING
Amputation Hazard
• DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running.
• STOP engine and blade.
• Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark
plug.
Burn Hazard
• Engine and components are HOT.
• Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool.
1. Pull the height adjusting latch (A, Figure 8) outward and
move to the desired cutting height.
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2. Set all wheels at the same cutting height. The highest
cutting position is Notch 7 (Figure 9). The lowest cutting
position is Notch 1.
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Mulching Operation

For best mulching results, cut up to a maximum of 1/3 of
grass blade length and recycle ONLY when grass is dry.
1. Set all wheels in the highest cutting position (Notch 7).
See Cutting Height Adjustment .
2. Move the engine speed control to the fast (Rabbit)
position.
3. Move the ground speed control to the slowest speed
setting.
4. Proceed mowing slowly. If the grass is very dense, lower
each rear wheel latch one notch lower than the front
wheel latches to improve mulching performance.
Note: The mulching cover should remain on the machine at
all times, unless alternate discharge operations are desired,
such as side discharging or bagging.
Removing the Mulching Cover
(Optional Accessory on Some Models)
WARNING
Amputation Hazard
• DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running.
• STOP engine and blade.
• Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark
plug.
Burn Hazard
• Engine and components are HOT.
• Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool.
1. Remove the nuts (A, Figure 10) securing the mulching
cover (B) to the mower deck.
Note: On some models, knob nuts and internal/external tooth
lock washers are used in place of nuts.
2. Remove the cover.
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