INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING HANDLE ASSEMBLY
See Figures 2 - 3
Fig. 2
To install lower handle:
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Insert the ends of the lower handle (A) into the mounting
holes on the deck as shown.
NOTE: Make sure to keep the cord (C) on the inside of the
handle when installing.
•
Depress the lock button (B) at the rear of the mounting hole
to allow the handle to slide into position.
NOTE: There are three height position notches (D) that can be
adjusted by depressing the lock button and raising or lowering the
handle to the desired position.
Fig. 3
To install upper handle assembly:
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Position the upper handle (B) as shown and insert the lock
bolt (C) through the matching holes at the bottom of the
upper handle and the top of the lower handle (A).
NOTE: The lower handle has three hole settings for height
adjustment. Make sure you use the same height setting for each
side.
ASSEMBLY
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Thread the upper handle lock knob (D) onto the lock bolt.
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Repeat for other side.
•
Pull up on the upper handle to raise it into operating
position. Make sure that the upper handle is seated in the
grooves at the top of the lower handle.
DANGER:
Do not allow any part of the power cord on the mower or
extension cord to become pinched or trapped when
assembling or raising the handles. A pinched live power cord
can cause the handles to become electrically energized.
Contact with electrically live conductive parts will result in
death by electrocution, electric shock, and/or serious personal
injury.
To secure the upper handle (B) in place, tighten the upper
handle knobs (D). Avoid pinching or trapping any power cords.
NOTE: If the upper handle (B) is loose or separated from the
lower handle (A), tighten the knobs (D) on the upper handle
locks by turning them clockwise.
To lower the handle assembly:
•
Loosen the upper handle lock knobs (D).
NOTE: Loosen the knobs (D) on the upper handle by turning
them counterclockwise.
•
Lower the upper handle (B). Avoid pinching or trapping any
power cords.
INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER
(For Rear Bagging Operation)
See figure 4-5
Fig. 4
•
Disconnect power supply.
•
Lift the rear discharge door (C).
•
Lift the grass catcher by its
handle (A) and place under the
rear discharge door so that the
hooks (E) on the grass catcher
are seated onto the slots on the
mower housing (B).
•
Release the rear discharge door.
•
Connect to power supply when
you are ready to mow.
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Model 50514
Fig. 5
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B