Bolens TMO-37478A - Manual (Page 10)

TO CONVERT MOWER TO SIDE DISCHARGE
To convert your mower to a side discharge unit, remove
only the grass bag and top discharge chute, and
assemble the side chute deflector. It is not necessary
to remove the catcher panel and brackets.
To remove the top discharge chute, proceed as follows.
•See figures 11 and 12.
1. Remove the wing nuts on the side of the deck.
2. Lift up on the front edge of the discharge chute,
then slide it toward the side, removing it from the
bolts in the side ot the deck.
3. Attach the side chute deflector by first placing it
over the rear bolt in the side of the deck, then over
the front bolt and sliding it into position, with
shoulder bolt on deck in notch on deflector. Secure
with wing nuts.
•FINAL ASSEMBLY OF MOWER (Hardware G)
1. Attach hub caps to the wheels by lining up the hub
caps with the wheels. Push to lock in position.
2. Make certain all nuts and bolts are tightened
securely.
CONTROLS
THROTTLE CONTROL
The throttle is located on the left side of handle. It con­
trols engine speed. See figure 13.
DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL
Squeezing the drive clutch control engages the drive
mechanism to the rear wheels. Releasing the clutch
control stops the rear wheels from driving. Release the
drive clutch control to slow down when negotiating an
obstacle, making a turn or stopping. See figure 13.
BLADE BRAKE/CLUTCH CONTROL
WARNING
THIS CONTRCX MECHANISM IS A
SAFETY DEVICE NEVER ATTEMPT
TO BYPASS ITS OPERATIONS
The blade brake/clutch control is located on the upper
handle of the mower. The blade brake/clutch handle
engages and disengages the blade.
To engage the blade, pul! the side release lever away
from the unit. See figure 13. Pull the blade brake/clutch
control handle against the upper handle. Release side
lever.
Release the blade brake/clutch control handle to stop
the blade from turning.
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