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Cleaning the Underside of the Mower
• Place the mower outdoors on a flat surface.
• Set the cut height to maximum.
• With the engine stopped, remove the grass catcher or mulch plug and lift open the discharge
flap.
• Use a garden hose to wash out all the grass clippings.
• Inspect the underside and repeat the cycle if still not clean.
Cleaning the Upper side of the Mower
• Use a dry cloth or soft brush to remove all loose clippings.
• Use a damp cloth with mild detergent to clean away oil or other grime.
• Wash the grass catcher and/or mulch plug separately from the mower with a hose. Wash all
clippings out of the inside, outside and from the grass catcher mesh.
• Let the mower dry before storing.
MAINTENANCE - Mulch mowers (only)
Mulching Equipment
For optimum mulching performance
• The mulch blades are to be kept sharp.
• Maintain the blade sharpening angle when sharpening.
• Keep the cutting edge feather free when sharpening.
• Keep the underside of the mower deck and the mulch plug free of build-up.
• Refer to the “Cleaning” section on page 7 and 8.
MULCH MOWING INFORMATION
Some mowers are fitted with an option for mulch mowing.
A mulch plug is supplied with these mowers and it is installed in the rear discharge chute (as
noted in the “OPERATION” section of this manual) to perform mulch mowing.
The following information provides advice on mulch mowing.
MULCH MOWING
The mulch mowing setup reduces the grass clippings into very fine particles.
The design allows for the even distribution of the grass particles at the base of the lawn.
The mulched clippings can then:
• Break down quickly, releasing nutrients into the soil, saving on fertilizer costs.
• Reduce evaporation of moisture from the soil which reduces watering costs and effort.
• Help to control temperature extremes protecting the roots of the grass.
• Assist in controlling soil erosion.
Always ensure the engine is stopped and the spark plug lead is removed before
attempting any maintenance on the mower.
CAUTION
Do not hose the engine as water can damage the air cleaner and ignition system.
CAUTION