Cub Cadet CC 98M CC 98M Operator's Manual - Page 13

Controls and Features Drive Control Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute 4 Blade Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Figure 4-1 Blade Control Side Discharge Chute The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit. Release it to stop engine and blade. WARNING: This blade control is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To discharge the grass clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the Assembly & Set-Up section to attach the side discharge chute. WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label on the unit. Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section. Drive Control The drive control is located on the upper handle. Squeeze the drive control to engage the drive system. Release the drive control to slow down when approaching an obstacle, making a turn, or stopping. Recoil Starter The recoil starter is connected to the support rod and is located on the right side of the lower handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit. 13