Craftsman 247 Utility Vehicle User Manual


 
4. Replace the bag on to the mower. Hook the loose
end of the bag retainer strapstothe vehicle frame
to secure the grass bag.
Using as Mulcher
This vehicle isshipped with a mulchplug to recirculate
grass clippings intothe lawn. The ultra-fineclippings
are forced back into the lawn where they act as a
natural fertilizer. Observe the followingfor best results:
Attach the mulch plug to the cutting deck following
instructionson page 7.
Never attempt to mulchif the lawn isdamp. Wet
grass tends to stickto the undemide of the cutting
deck preventing proper mulching ofthe clippings.
Do notattempt to mulch more than 1/3 thetotal
height ofthe grass orapproximately 1-1/2 inches,
Maintain a slow ground speed to allow the grass
clippingsmore time to be effectively mulched.
Using as Utility Cart
The lawnutilityvehicle, as itsname suggests, can be
used as botha ridinglawn mower and a utilitycart.
Remove grass catcher to expose the utilitybed.
See Figure 9, Follow instructionson page 7 for
grass catcher removal. Exemise caution in ddving
the vehicle when hauling things on itsutilitybed.
NOTE: Total load capacity, including operator, should
not exceed 400 Ibs.
Figure 9
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