ADJUSTMENT
SETTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT
As shown in Fig. 13
Fig. 13
3.75" (95 mm)
CAUTION! CAUTION! Adjust the cutting height only when the engine is not running.
NOTE: For shipping purposes the height adjustment position may not be adjusted to the cutting position.
Before operating the mower adjust cutting height to the normal cutting position.
The cutting height is centrally adjusted with cutting height adjusting handle. Different cutting heights can be
selected.
Pull the adjusting handle out and select the desired cutting height. The handle snaps into the desired
position.
From position 1 to position 7, the cutting heights range from 1.25" to 3.75" (31-95mm).
SETTING REQUIRED FUNCTION
NOTE: This lawn mower has three functions. Change functions by changing the installed
accessories as shown in the following chart.
To convert mower
Mulching Plug
For rear bagging
×
For mulching
√
For side discharging
√
"√": installed
"×": removed
1.25" (32 mm)
Grass Bag
Side Discharge Chute
√
×
×
×
×
√
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OPERATION
START AND STOP THE ENGINE
WARNING: the blade begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started.
NOTE: Do not operate the lawn mower in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas as the exhaust
gas contains toxic substances.
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from the moving parts of the machine. The exhaust and
other parts of the machine will become hot during use.
Make sure that the blade is securely fastened before starting the engine.
NOTE: to start the engine, make sure that the spark plug cover is connected to the plug and the
machine is filled with sufficient oil and gas.
TO START THE ENGINE
NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a small amount of smoke may be present during the initial
use of the lawn mower. This is normal.
NOTE: NOTE: Your engine is equipped with an automatic choke system. No priming or choking is required
before starting.
1. The engine equipped with an automatic choke system. No priming or choking is required before starting
for your mower.
2. Stand behind the mower. Pull the Engine On/Off Control Bar toward upper handle with one hand and
place the other hand on the Engine Start Rope Handle.
3. Pull the starter handle out approximately 4" to 6" until you feel a resistance and then start the engine
with a sharp pull (see Fig.14). DO NOT allow the starter rope to snap back.
Fig. 14
NOTE: If the engine fails to start after three pulls, repeat the process.
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