MTD 44M Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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Setup and
Adjustment
Never operate mower
unless the hooks on
the grass catcher are
firmly seated on the
pivot rod and the rear
discharge door rests
firmly against top of
the grass catcher.
WARNING
CUTTING HEIGHT:
For rough or uneven
lawns, move the height
adjustment lever to a
higher position. This will
help prevent scalping of
the grass.
Cutting Height
An adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel
provides cutting height adjustment. Each lever must be
moved to the same position to ensure an even cut.
1. Pull the lever out and away from the mower. See
Figure 3-7.
2. Move the lever forward or back for desired cutting
height.
3. Release lever towards mower deck.
Adjustments
5. Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher:
a. Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side
is at the bottom. Check that the bag is turned right
side out before assembling (warning label will be
on the outside). See Figure 3-5.
b. Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the
frame. All the plastic channels except center top of
bag attach from outside of bag.
c. Attach center top of bag from inside of bag.
6. To attach the grass catcher:
a. Lift rear discharge door. See Figure 3-6.
b. Place grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go
of discharge door so that it rests on the grass
catcher.
Figure 3-5: Assemble the grass catcher (if needed)
A
C
B
Figure 3-6: Attach the grass catcher.
Figure 3-7: Use lever at each wheel to adjust cutting height.
A
B
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