Briggs & Stratton Electric Lawnmower - Manual (Page 13)

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Height Adjustment
Height adjustment allows lawn to be cut at different lengths.
• Set cutting height by adjusting the height lever.
• For Mulch or Catch models, mulch grass between settings 4 to 10.
• A lower setting may be used depending upon conditions.
STOP the engine before adjusting the cutting height.
Mowing & Mulching Tips
• A mulching mower is designed to cut, retain, and recut the clippings until they have reached
a very small size. These are then blown down into the root system as nutrients for your lawn.
• For best mulching results only mow the top 1” / 2.5cm of lawn growth. If grass has become
excessively long choose a height setting and gradually reduce the cutting height after each
pass, or use catcher.
• Mulch grass between heights settings 4 and 10. A lower setting may be used depending on
conditions.
• Dry grass will aid in the mulching action of the mower.
• Cut the grass regularly to avoid it becoming too long and making it difficult to mulch.
• As a general rule, only cut the top one third of the grass length (approximately). More than
this may leave an untidy appearance and finish.
• Mulching is sensitive to the chosen height setting. If the height setting is too low cut grass
may be left on top of the lawn. In this case raise the height setting.
• Cut the grass in the late afternoon or morning. This will stop the grass being damaged by
direct sunlight.
• To maintain cutting performance keep the underside of the mower clean.
• The cutting pattern should be varied from week to week (eg. North-South to East-West).
• When using a mulcher the grass tends to be carried along with the mower. Mow from the
thick grass to light grass as this will deposit clippings and encourage growth in these areas.
• Excessively long grass will not be mulched adequately, in this case, it is recommended to
use catcher.
• Worn or incorrect blades will reduce lawn finish and will not mulch properly. Use only genuine
Victa blades and replace them regularly.
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