Poulan 172787 User Manual - Page 12

MULCHER PLUG TYPE "B" To convert to mulching operation, mulcher plug must be installed into discharge opening of mower. • Open discharge guard. • Insert tab of mulch plug into housing opening. • Align hooks of mulch plug over hinge rod of discharge guard. Push mulch plug down until mulch plug is seated in housing opening. CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without discharge guard, approved grass catcher or mulcher plug in place. "COMBI-CUT" MOWERS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: REAR BAGGING • Open rear door and remove mulcher plate. Store mulcher plate in a safe place. • You can now install grass catcher. • To convert to mulching or discharging operation, install mulcher plug into rear discharge opening of mower, making sure all tabs are seated properly. Housing opening Hooks Mulch plug Tab Hinge rod Slots Mulcher plate tabs SIDE DISCHARGING • Mulcher plate must be installed into rear discharge opening of mower (see above instructions). • Open mulcher door and install discharge deflector under door as shown. • Mower is now ready for discharging operation. • To convert to mulching or bagging operation, discharge deflector must be removed and mulcher door must be closed. Mulcher door 12