Figure 35
2. Remove the rear discharge plug (Figure 35).
3. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide
(Figure 36).
Figure 36
Note: The lower rope guide releases the starter rope
when you pull the recoil start handle.
4. Install the bag onto the door rod (Figure 37).
Figure 37
5. Lower the rear door (Figure 38).
Figure 38
Removing the Grass Bag
To remove the bag, reverse the steps above.
Side-discharging the Clippings
Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass.
If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the rear
discharge plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before
side-discharging the clippings.
Important: Ensure that the rear discharge plug is in
place before you recycle the clippings (Figure 39).
Figure 39
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop
before leaving the operating position.
Installing the Side Discharge Chute
1. Unlock the side discharge door (Figure 40).
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