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Proper Mulching
Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and 

recuts clippings into tiny particles and then blows 

them down INTO the lawn.  These tiny particles 

decompose rapidly into by-products your lawn can 

use.  UNDER PROPER CONDITIONS, your mulching 

mower will virtually eliminate noticeable clippings on 

the lawn surface.
NOTE: When mulching under heavy cutting 

Mulching mowers cannot function properly if the 

grass is wet, or if the grass is simply too high to 

cut.  Mulching requires that the grass be dry and the 

appropriate amount be cut. 
Do NOT use the mower as a mulching mower during 

the first two or three mowings in the spring.  The 

long grass blades, quick growth, and often wetter 

conditions are more suitable for broadcasting (side-

discharging) or grass bagging operation. 

Use full engine throttle matched with a slow ground 

speed so that clippings will be finely cut.  Ground 

speed while mulching should be HALF of the 

speed that would be used when broadcasting (side 

discharging) under similar conditions.  Since mulching 

requires more horsepower than broadcasting, using 

a slower ground speed is vitally important for proper 

mulching operation.

The best mulching action typically results from cutting 

only the top 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch of grass blade.  This 

provides short clippings which decompose properly 

.  The ideal cutting height will vary with climate, time 

of year, and quality of your lawn.  We recommend 

that you experiment with both the cutting height and 

ground speed until you achieve the best cut.  Start 

with a high cutting height and using progressively 

lower settings until you find a cutting height that is 

matched to your mowing conditions and preferences.

The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be 
less than 200 lbs (91kg).  Secure the trailer with a 
appropriately sized clevis pin (A, Figure 10) and clip 
(B).

Excessive towed weight can cause loss of traction 
and loss of control on slopes.  Reduce towed weight 
when operating on slopes.  The surface being driven 
on greatly impacts traction and stability.  Wet or 
slippery surfaces can greatly reduce traction and the 
ability to stop or turn.  Carefully evaluate the surface 
conditions before operating the unit and trailer.  
NEVER operate on slopes greater than 10°.  See 
SLOPE OPERATION and TOWED EQUIPMENT in 
the safety section of this manual for additional safety 
information.

Operation