Columbia 11A-A40X897, Operator'S Manual

Operation

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Starting & Stopping Engine

Refer to the Engine Operator’s manual packed with your lawn 

mower for instructions on starting and stopping the engine.

Using Your Lawn Mower

Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects 

which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could 

be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause 

serious personal injury to the operator and others.

WARNING: 

The operation of any lawn mower can 

result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, 

which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear 

safety glasses while operating the mower, or while 

performing any adjustments or repairs on it.

Using as Mulcher (If Equipped)

For mulching grass, remove the side discharge chute (if 

equipped) or the grass catcher (if equipped) and allow the rear 

discharge door (if equipped) to close the rear opening of mower. 

For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass. If the grass has 

been allowed to grow in excess of four inches, mulching is not 

recommended. Use the grass catcher to bag clippings instead.

Using Grass Catcher (If Equipped)

You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are 

operating the mower.

Attach grass catcher following instructions in the 

1. 

“Assembly & Set-Up” section. Grass clippings will 

automatically collect in bag as you run mower. Operate 

mower till grass bag is full.
Stop engine completely by releasing the blade control. 

2. 

Make sure that the unit has come to a complete stop.
Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from 

3. 

the mower to remove the bag. Dispose of the grass 

clippings and reinstall the bag when complete.

WARNING: 

If you strike a foreign object, stop the 

engine. Remove wire from the spark plug, 

thoroughly inspect mower for any damage, and 

repair damage before restarting and operating. 

Extensive vibration of mower during operation is an 

indication of damage. The unit should be promptly 

inspected and repaired.