Using Your Lawn Mower - Cub Cadet 188 Manual Del Operador

Using Your Lawn Mower

Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wires, or other objects
which could damage the lawn mower or motor. Such objects
could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and
cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.
WARNING:
The operation of any lawn mower can
result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,
which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear
safety glasses while operating the mower, or while
performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
• When using the side discharge, the most effective mowing
pattern is one that allows the clippings to discharge
towards the uncut part of the lawn.
• DO NOT use mower in the rain.
• For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less of the
total length of the grass.
Using as Mulcher
For mulching grass, remove the grass catcher or side discharge
chute from the mower. For effective mulching, do not cut wet
grass. If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of four
inches, mulching is not recommended. Use the grass catcher to
bag clippings instead.
Using Grass Catcher
You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are
operating the mower.
1. Attach grass catcher following instructions in the
"Assembly & Set-Up" section. Grass clippings will
automatically collect in bag as you run mower. Operate
mower till grass bag is full.
2. Stop motor completely by releasing the blade/motor
control handle. Make sure that the unit has come to a
complete stop.
3. Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from
the mower to remove the bag. Dispose of the grass
clippings and reinstall the bag when complete.
WARNING:
If you strike a foreign object, stop the
motor, and remove the key. Thoroughly inspect the
mower for any damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating the mower.
Excessive vibration of the mower during operation is
an indication of damage. The unit should be
promptly inspected and repaired.
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