Operating Mower - 20
OPERATING MOWER
To set-up and operate the 42” deck for side discharge
operation the factory installed mulch cover (A) must be
removed.
1. Remove mulch cover:
• Lift plastic discharge chute.
• Grasp corner of steel chute, pull outward to unlock
and pivot up.
• Unhook both rubber hooks (B) and remove mulch
cover.
2. Store mulch cover in a well protected area and have it
readily available for when you want to use deck as a
mulching deck.
Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch
Mower Decks
NOTE: For maximum mulching operation, it may be
necessary to change the mower blades, see Servicing
Mower Blades in the SERVICE MOWER section.
To set-up and operate the 42” deck for mulching operation
the factory installed mulch cover (A) must be installed.
1. Install mulch cover:
• Lift plastic discharge chute.
• Grasp corner of steel chute, pull outward to unlock
and pivot up.
• Install mulch cover into deck discharge opening and
hook both rubber hooks (B).
Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment -
42-Inch Mower Decks
NOTE: For maximum mower deck operation, it may be
necessary to change the mower blades, see Servicing
Mower Blades in the SERVICE MOWER section.
To set-up and operate the 42” deck for either the 2-Bag
Bagger or Mulch Plug Kit the factory installed mulch cover
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you adjust
mower: STOP engine, remove key, and wait for
blades to STOP.
Be careful, sharp edges on mower blades.
Always wear gloves when handling mower
blades.
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B
A
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you adjust
mower: STOP engine, remove key, and wait for
blades to STOP.
Be careful, sharp edges on mower blades.
Always wear gloves when handling mower
blades.
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B
B
A
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B
B
A