Cub Cadet SC 500 z SC 500 z Operator's Manual - Page 15

Using as Mulcher For mulching grass, remove the grass catcher and allow the rear discharge door to close the rear opening of mower. For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass. If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of four inches, mulching is not recommended. Use the grass catcher to bag clippings instead. Using Grass Catcher You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are operating the mower. 1. Attachgrasscatcherfollowinginstructionsinthe"Assembly& Set-Up" section. Grass clippings will automatically collect in bag as you run mower. Operate mower till grass bag is full. 2. Stop engine completely by releasing the blade control. Make sure that the unit has come to a complete stop. 3. Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from the mower to remove the bag. Dispose of the grass clippings and reinstall the bag when complete. NOTE: Make sure to clean any excess grass from around the rear opening of the mower, especially between the transmission cover and sidewall on the left hand side and along the bottom, to ensure tight fit of bag onto mower. WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect mower for any damage, and repair damage before restarting and operating. Extensive vibration of mower during operation is an indication of damage. The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired. Section 5 - Operation 15