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Operation instructions, Mowing with a mulching attachment – Dixon 13631-0702 User Manual

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

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 of 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

mulching performance cannot be obtained with a

dull or nicked up blade.