Using Mower Gates (42-inch Edge™ Mulch Mower)

CAUTION: Do not attempt to unplug attachment with machine running.

  • Rotating blades are dangerous. Shut off the engine and remove the key before getting off the seat to inspect the machine and attachment.
  • Thrown objects can cause serious injury. Make sure all machine parts are stopped before raising hopper top or removing chutes.

  1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

  2. Raise and lock mower in the raised position.

  3. NOTE: Mower deck gates can be removed for allowing excess grass to exit bottom rear of mower deck.

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    Gate storage position shown.

    Remove bolts (A) and right (B) and left (C) mower deck gates. Retain hardware.


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    Install right mower deck gate (B) onto slotted hole (D) on bottom of mower deck, and secure opposite end with bolt (A), removed earlier. Repeat for opposite side.


  5. To remove gates, remove bolt (A), and remove mower deck gates. Install in storage position on top of deck.

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