3.Check the level ofthe engine crankcase
oilbefore each u se.
NOTE: The engine isshipped with oil i n
crankcase.
Refer toEngine Manual for
detailed instructions.
4.Set-up mower forbagging,
side
discharge
ormulching.
See
MOWER
SET-UP on page 13.
NOTE: The mower ships with the rear wheels
and the front wheels set for different cutting
heights. This position is not suitable for
cutting grass. Before mowing, make sure the
wheels are set at the same cutting height in a
range appropriate
for your mowing
conditions.
5. Set the proper cutting height. See
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
on
page 11.
6. Fill fuel tank. See FILLING THE FUEL
TANK on page 12.
7. Connect spark plug wire.
8. Check the engine/blade
control feature.
Try starting the engine without the
engine/blade
control held against the
handlebar. Engine must not start. If
engine starts, stop engine and bring the
unit to your dealer for adjustment or
repair.
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Figure 6
1. Handlebars
2. Wheel Drive Control
3. Engine/Blade
Control
4. Oil Fill/Dipstick
5. Fuel Tank and Cap
6. Air Filter
7. Primer Bulb
8. Muffler and Muffler Guard
9. Mulch Cover
10. Cutting Height Levers
11. Grass Bag
12. Rear Door
13. Recoil Starter Handle
14. Side Discharge Chute
15. Mulch Plug
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