ASSEMBLY
To install the mulching plug:
■ Lift the deflector guard and detach the grass collection bag.
■ Lift and hold the deflector guard up with one hand.
■ With other hand grasp the mulching plug by its upright handle and insert the plug into the rear
discharge chute. Ensure that the locking latch snaps into place (Fig. 7).
■ Release the deflector guard back into position during operation.
To remove the mulching plug:
■ Lift and hold the deflector guard up with one hand.
■ With other hand squeeze the mulching plug's upright handle to release the locking latch. Pull
the mulching plug up and out of the discharge chute.
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