MOWER INFORMATION
MOWER ASSEMBLY
Attaching Handle Assembly to Mower
1.
Align ends of lower handle assembly with
handle shafts on rear of mower (see Figure
1). Insert connector bolts, from the inside
of the handle assembly, through both the
lower handle assembly and the handle
shafts (see Figure 2).
3.
Place star-washer onto connector bolt and
thread on the handle knobs (see Figure 3).
Hand-tighten handle knobs securely.
4.
Rotate top of handle assembly upward to
align with bottom of handle.
5.
Tighten handle knobs (see Figure 4).
Adjusting Handle Height
The handle has three height adjustments (three
holes in the lower handle assembly). Adjust
the handle assembly to a comfortable height
for you.
1.
Loosen and remove the handle knobs, con-
nector bolts, and star-washer (see Figure
4).
2.
Adjust handle up or down to desired height
(see Figure 5).
3.
Align holes on lower handle assembly with
hole in upper handle assembly.
4. Insert connector bolts, from the inside of
the handle assembly, through both the
lower and upper handle assembly.
5.
Place star-washer onto connector bolt and
thread handle knobs on loosely (see Figure
4).
6.
Verify upper and lower handle assembly
are aligned and hand-tighten handle knobs
securely. Note: Be careful not to over-
tighten handle knobs and possibly strip
the threads.
Check the handle height for comfort and adjust
as needed.
Figure 1 - Align Lower Handle Assembly
Figure 2 - Insert Connector Bolts
Figure 3 - Thread on Handle Knobs
Figure 4 - Tighten Handle Knobs
Figure 5 - Adjusting Handle
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Adjusting Wheel Height
There are 8 preset cutting height settings. The
cutting depth of the mower is adjustable from 1
1
/
" to 3
1
/
" in approximately 1/4" increments.
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Use the wheel height adjustment handle to
adjust all 4 wheels.
1.
Remove key from mower.
2.
Make sure all four wheels are level.
3.
Slide the wheel height adjustment handle
out of the slot (see Figure 6).
Note: To easily adjust the cutting height,
hold the mower handle with one hand to
keep the mower steady and adjust the lever
with the other hand.
4.
Move the handle forward or backward to
adjust cutting height (see Figure 7).
5.
Slide the handle into the slot at the desired
height (see Figure 8).
Note: Setting 1 cuts the grass to 1
height (short cut). Setting 8 cuts the grass
1
to 3
/
" in height (tall cut).
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Figure 6 - Wheel Adjustment Handle
Figure 7 - Move Handle
Figure 8 - Slid Handle into Slot
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