Handle Height Adjustment; Mulching Operation - Briggs & Stratton Snapper Manual Del Operador

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Handle Height Adjustment

WARNING
Amputation Hazard
• DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running.
• STOP engine and blade.
• Remove battery (if equipped).
Burn Hazard
• Engine and components are HOT.
• Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool.
The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows:
1. Pull down the top of the cam-lock handle knob
(A, Figure 19) on each side of the handle (B) to unlock
the handle.
2. Move the handle up or down, aligning the bottom tab of
the handle (hidden from view) with one of the two height
adjustment slots (C, Figure 19).
3. Push up on the cam-lock handle knobs to lock the handle
in place.
4. If needed, tighten the handle nut (D, Figure 19) until the
cam-lock handle knob locks the handle securely.
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Mulching Operation

For best mulching results, cut up to a maximum of 1/3 of
grass blade length and recycle ONLY when grass is dry.
1. Configure the mower for mulching operation:
• Remove the side discharge deflector. See Installing
the Side Discharge Deflector.
• Remove the grass bag. See Installing the Grass
Bag.
• Install the mulching plug. See Installing the
Mulching Plug.
2. Set the cutting height lever to the highest cutting position.
See Cutting Height Adjustment .
3. Move the ground speed control (if equipped) to the
slowest speed setting.
4. Proceed mowing slowly.
Installing the Side Discharge Deflector
WARNING
Amputation Hazard
• DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running.
• STOP engine and blade.
• Remove battery (if equipped).
Burn Hazard
• Engine and components are HOT.
• Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool.
Note: When mowing with the side discharge deflector,
remove the grass bag and install the mulching plug.
1. Raise the mulching cover. See Figure 20.
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