Dixon 13782-0503 - Manual (Page 26)

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MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT:
Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a
totally different mowing approach than would be
normal when side discharging or bagging the grass.
There may be instances or conditions where it is not
possible to hide all the recycled or mulched clippings.
In order to achieve the best results, please read and
follow the mulching tips listed below:
1. Set the engine speed control to the wide open
or full setting.
2. Place the mower deck cut height selector in
either the top or second notch. Never cut more
than 3/4” to 1” off the grass at any one time.
Attempting to cut more grass will result in the
deck plugging and cause the engine to stall.
3. It may be necessary to cut the lawn twice to
achieve acceptable mulching performance
especially on first cuttings or if the lawn is
heavily fertilized.
4. Do Not Attempt To Cut Grass When It Is Wet.
Mulching performance will be very poor under
wet grass conditions.
5. Maintain Sharp Blade(s) Throughout The Cutting
Season. This is very important. Optimal mulch-
ing performance cannot be obtained with a dull
or nicked up blade.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS