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MOWER SET-UP
To Bag (Optional on Push Models)
See Figure 11 on page 14.
1. Shut off unit.
2. Make sure mulch cover is closed and
secured with knob.
3. Lift rear door and remove mulch plug, if
necessary.
4. Seat bagger chute inside deck opening
and on top of deck.
5. Hook grass bag frame on mounting pins.
6. Lower rear door.
There should be no openings between
bagger chute and mounting surface after
installing bag. If necessary, clear debris from
bag mounting surfaces.
Grass Bag Removal
1. Shut off unit.
2. Lift rear door.
3. Use handle to lift bag off mounting pins.
4. Close rear door.
NOTE: Empty grass bag and clean mower
pan after each use. DO NOT allow grass
clumps or a grass coating to collect inside of
grass bag or mower pan. Remove grass bag
from mower, wash bag with hose and allow to
dry.
To Side Discharge
See Figure 12 on page 15.
1. Shut off unit.
2. Remove grass bag.
3. Lift rear door and install mulch plug (see
below).
4. Remove the knob from and then hold
open the mulch cover.
5. Install the side discharge chute on stud
on the mower. Make sure chute covers
discharge opening.
6. Secure the chute with the knob removed
in step 4 and then close the mulch
cover.
CAUTION: DO NOT operate
mower unless either side
discharge cover or side discharge
deflector is installed. Thrown
objects may cause damage or
injury. Never operate unit with rear
door open unless grass bag is in
place.
CAUTION: If clog or obstruction
prevents grass flow, release
engine/blade control and
disconnect spark plug wire before
attempting to clear away any
clogs.
CAUTION: Check grass bag
frequently for wear or deterioration.
Replace worn or damaged bag with
Ariens original equipment
replacement bag only.
Figure 11
1. Rear Door
2. Bagger Chute
3. Mounting Pin
4. Grass Bag
Frame
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