Snapper 1696701 Manual Del Operador página 10

3. Follow the steps below to complete handle assembly:
a. Pull upward on the handle until holes in lower
handle (shown in Figure 3-3 deck cutaway) line up
with holes in handle bracket. See Figure 3-4.
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b
NOTE: When pulling upward on handle, make sure to not
pull handle all the way out.
b. Insert the T-bolts (a) removed in Step 2 through
the handle brackets and lower handle and tighten
securely to secure the handle in place.
See Figure 3-4.
c. Reattach star knobs (a) and carriage bolts (b)
removed in Step 1 into lower holes of handle as
shown in Figure 3-5.
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4. The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper
handle. Loosen the wing knob which secures the rope
guide. See Figure 3-6.
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Figure 3-6
a. Hold blade control against upper handle.
b. Slowly pull starter rope handle from engine and slip
starter rope into the rope guide. See Figure 3-6.
c. Tighten rope guide wing knob (a).
d. Use cable tie(s) to secure cable(s) to lower handle.
Grass Catcher
IMPORTANT: Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To effectively
bag the grass, you will need to install the high lift blade that was
packed separately in the box. See Blade Care on page 18 of
the Service section and follow the procedure for removing and
reinstalling a blade.
1. Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher (if
needed). Make certain bag is turned right side out before
assembling (warning label will be on the outside).
a. Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side is
at the bottom.
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