Craftsman 12AVP2R3391 Manual Del Operador página 19

PREMIUM DRIVE CONTROL
1. Once the engine is running and while continuing to
hold the blade and drive controls together, push the
drive control forward to propel mower. The farther the
control is pushed forward, the faster the mower will
propel (Figure 31).
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Figure 31
2. Once pressure is released from the control it will return
to the neutral position and the drive will be disengaged
and mower will stop.
NOTE:
For ease of use, while gripping the controls,
simply lock your wrist and elbows and walk - the unit will
automatically adjust to your speed.
Using Side Discharge Chute
(If Equipped)
To use the mower without mulching or collecting grass,
remove the grass catcher and ensure the rear mulch plug
(if equipped) is installed. Allow the rear discharge door to
close the rear opening of mower. Refer to Attaching The
Side Discharge Chute or Side Discharge Blower in on page
11.
Using Mower as a Mulcher (If Equipped)
For mulching grass, remove the grass catcher or side
discharge chute from the mower. When you remove the
grass catcher from the mower, ensure the rear mulch plug
(if equipped) is installed and allow the rear discharge door
to close the rear opening of mower. When you remove
the side discharge chute, the mulching plug will close. 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 collect
clippings instead.
OPERATION
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Using Mower with Grass Catcher
(If Equipped)
You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you
are operating the mower.
1. Attach grass catcher, refer to Attaching the
Grass Catcher on page 10. Grass clippings will
automatically collect in bag. Operate mower until grass
bag is full.
2. Stop engine by releasing the blade control. Make sure
that the engine has come to a complete stop.
3. Lift rear 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.
If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, thoroughly inspect
mower for any damage, and repair damage before
restarting and operating. Extensive vibration
of mower during operation is an indication of
damage. The mower should be promptly inspected
and repaired.
Vertical Storage Mower (If Equipped)
Standing a mower without the vertical storage
feature in the upright position may cause damage
to the engine or cause a fuel or oil leak.
Only mowers with the vertical storage feature
include an engine that can be stored in the upright
position.
Do not store the mower outside or in damp area.
Store mower in a dry, clean area.
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WARNING
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