Bolens 113-084A - Manual (Page 12)

OFF-SEASON STORAGE
The following steps should be taken to prepare
lawn mower for storage.
1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as
described in the lubrication instructions.
2. Refer to engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions.
3. Coat mower’s cutting blade with chc.ssis
grease to prevent rusting.
4. Store mower in a dry, clean area.
HANDLE STORAGE
The handle can be stored in an upright position to
take less space. Move hairpin cotters to outer hole
on weld pins (see figure 2). Grasp the lower handle
at the bottom and pull apart slightly. Tip the han­
dle forward. It will lock in this position. Re''erse
this procedure to place the handle in the
operating position.
Units equipped with hand knobs may alsD be
folded away completely for storage.
A CAUTION
Be careful not to kink or pinch blade
brake/clutch cable when folding the
handle for storage.
1. Remove hairpin cotters from inner hole on
weld pins on handle mount brackets. Place in
outer hole.
2. Loosen the two hand knobs on the sides of
the handle.
3. Puli inward on the bottom of each side of the
lower handle, and push forward.
4. Fold the upper handle back and down.
To take the handle out of storage position, pro­
ceed as follows.
1. Lift the upper handle up and towards the rear.
2. Pull the handle back until it locks into the
operator’s position.
3. Tighten the two hand knobs securely.
4. Move the hairpin cotters to the inner hole on
the weld pins.
NOTE
The use of any accessory on this Rotary Mower
other than those manufactured by the mower
manufacturer is not recommended.
GRASS CATCHER Model 003 is available as optional equipment for the
mower shown in this manual.
\ WARNING \
1. DO NOT operate the mo wer without the entire grass catcher or chute
deflector in place.
2. DO NOT operate the mower without the protective shield on the rear
of the deck in place.
NOTE
Under normal usage bag material is subject to wear and should be
checked periodically. Be sure any replacement bag complies with the
mower manufacturer’s rec immendations.
For replacement bags, use only factory authorized replacement bag No.
764-0176.
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