MTD 18M Manual Del Operador página 11

SideDischarge Chute
To convert to side discharge, make sure grass catcher is off of the
unit, the rear mulch plug is removed, and rear discharge door is
closed.
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2.
On the side of the mower lift the mulching plug.
Slide chute hooks under hinge pin on mulching plug
assembly. Lower mulching plug. See Fig. 3-7. Do not
remove side mulching plug at any time, even when you are
not mulching.
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Figure 3-7
Adjustments
1. The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the
rear left wheel. See Fig. 3-8.
a. Pull the lever out and away from the mower.
b. Move the lever forward or back for desired cutting
height.
c. Release lever towards mower deck.
Figure 3-8
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Gasand 0il Fill-Lip
Refer to the Engine Operation section in this manual for
additional engine information.
1. Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out
of the box.
2. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the
Engine Operation section of this manual.
WARNING: Use extreme care when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
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