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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running. STOP
engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and
secure away from spark plug. Engine and
components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow
sufficient time for all components to cool.
2.12 INSTALLATION of DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR
(Optional accessory on some models)
Install discharge deflector if discharging is desired.
Grass Bag and Bag Adapter or Recycling Cover must
be removed.
1. Remove front and rear nuts that secure Bag
Adapter or Recycling Cover to deck. Refer to
sections concerning these parts.
2. Install discharge deflector and secure to deck
using hardware removed in Step 1. Slot in front
edge of discharge deflector must be under nut as
shown and both bolts protruding through holes in
the side of the deflector. See Figure 2.16.
FIGURE 2.16
2.13 INSTALLATION of RECYCLING COVER
(Optional Accessory on Some Models)
It will be necessary to remove bag adapter and grass
bag or discharge deflector before installing recycling
cover. See previous section for instructions. Install the
recycling cover and secure to the side and top of the
deck with the two nuts provided on the machine. Slide
top portion of cover under nut secured to the deck. See
Figure 2.17.
FIGURE 2.17
WARNING
DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or
guard in place. Grass Catcher components are
subject to deterioration during normal use. Inspect
frequently and replace worn or damaged
components immediately.
WARNING
Grass Catcher bags used on SNAPPER products
are made of woven fabric, and are subject to
deterioration and wear during normal usage.
Check condition of bag before each use.
Immediately replace worn or damaged catcher bags
with only bags recommended by SNAPPER. The
grass catcher is optional equipment on some
models.
INSTALL
DISCHARGE
DEFLECTOR
INSTALL
NUTS
SLIDE
DEFLECTOR SLOT
UNDER NUT
ATTACH RECYCLING
COVER TO THE DECK
WITH TWO NUTS
RECYCLING
COVER