Recoil Starter
Grass Catcher
Blade Control
The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and
squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit. Release it to stop engine
and blade.
This blade control is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
One adjustment lever is located on the right rear wheel and one is located on the
right front wheel. Both levers have to be at the same position to ensure a uniform
cut. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the Assembly Section.
Grass Catcher
The grass catcher, located at the rear of the mower, is used to bag the grass
clippings for disposal at another site. Once the bag is full, remove it up through the
handles using the strap provided and empty it before any further mowing.
Craftsman Lawn Mowers conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
OPERATION
Cutting Height
Adjustment
Lever
Trail Shield
WARNING
Meets ANSI Safety Standards
Blade Control
Gas Cap
Figure 10
Trail Shield
The trail shield is attached to the rear of the mower and is there to protect the
operator from flying debris. Do not use the mower unless the shield is fully
functional and in place.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand behind the unit and
pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
Primer
The primer is located in the center of the air filter. See Figure 10 inset. The primer is
used to pump gas into the carburetor and aid in starting the engine.
Gas Cap
Remove the gas cap to add fuel to the fuel tank. Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded
gasoline.
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Primer
Cutting Height
Adjustment
Lever