Craftsman 917.271731 Owner's Manual page 10

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower housing
should be properly leveled. See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual,,
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for
replacing motion and mower blade drive
belts in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual,, Verify that the
belts are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your
tractor, check to see that the brake is
properly adjusted., See "TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(If previously removed)
1o Raise and hold deflector shield in
upright position.
2. Place front of mulcher plate over front
of mower deck opening and slide into
place, as shown.
3. Hook front latch into hole on front of
mower deck,,
4o Hook rear latch into hole on back of
mower deck,
,,_kCAUTION: Do not remove deflector
shield from mower. Raise and hold shield
when attaching mulcher plate and allow it
to rest on plate while in operation.
De1
Shield
Mulcher
Plate
",/CHECKLIST
Before you operate and enjoy your new
tractor, we wish to assure that you receive
the best performance and satisfaction
from this Quality Product.
Please review the following checklist:
./'All assembly instructions have been
completed°
./No remaining loose parts in carton.
./Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely_
./All tires are properly inflated, (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinfiated at the factory).
./Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
results,, (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling)_
./Check mower and drive belt&, Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers
./Check wiring, See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
While learning how to use your tractor,
pay extra attention to the following
important items:
,/Engine oil is at proper level,,
./Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline,,
,/Become familiar with all controls - their
location and flJnction Operate them
before you start the engine,
./Be sure brake system is in safe
operating condition_
Latch
Hooks
TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR
DISCHARGING
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in
a safe place° Your mower is now ready for
discharging or installation of optional
grass catcher accessory,,
NOTE: It is not necessary to change
blades, The mulcher blades are de-
signed for discharging and bagging also,
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