Figure 16
Note: If the machine does not start, contact an Authorized
Service Dealer.
Using the Self-Propel Drive
To operate the self-propel drive, simply walk with your hands
on the upper handle and your elbows at your sides, and the
machine will automatically keep pace with you
Figure 17
Stopping the Engine
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Ensure that
the engine stops within 3 seconds after
releasing the blade-control bar.
To stop the engine, release the blade-control bar
Important: When you release the blade-control bar,
both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds.
If they do not stop properly, stop using your machine
immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Figure 18
Recycling the Clippings
Your machine comes from the factory ready to recycle the
grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
If the side-discharge chute is on the machine, remove it
and lock the side discharge door; refer to
Side-Discharge Chute (page 14)
Important: Ensure that the rear-discharge plug is
locked in place. To lock the plug: Raise the discharge
deflector
snaps into place behind the tabs, and rotate the lever on
the plug to the left
(Figure
17).
1. Discharge deflector
(Figure
18).
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before recycling the clippings.
(Figure
19), firmly push the plug in until it
(Figure
20).
Figure 19
2. Rear-discharge plug
Removing the