Install Mulcher Plate; To Convert To Bagging Or Discharging; Checklist - Craftsman 3One 917.257661 Owner's Manual

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ASSEMBLY .................
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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(See Figs. 7A & 7B)
• r Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,
washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.
NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting]"
weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.
• Tighten hardware securely_
• Raise and I_otddeflector shield in upright position.
o Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck
opening and slide into place, as shown.
• Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
• Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.
CAUTION: Do not remove discharge !
guard from mower, Raise and hold
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guard when attaching mulcher plate
and allow it to rest on plate while in
............ OPeration.
HOOK POINTS
WELD NUT DOWN
FRO_,
HOOK
LATCH
HOOK
LOCK WELD
WASHER NUT
DEFLECTOR
SHIELD
FIG. 7A
_LATCH
HOOKS
WASHER
MULCHER
PLATE
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TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR
DISCHARGING
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe ptace.
Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of '
optional grass catcher accessory.
v"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:
,/ Atl assembly instructionshave been completed.
,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.
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Batte,'y is propedyprepared and charged. (Minimum
1 hour =t-6 amps).
J Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
4" All tires are properlyinflated. (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. ('Fires must be
properly inflated for leveling).
,/ Check mower and dnve belts. Be sure they are routed
propedy around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.
,/ Check wiring. See that all connections are stillsecure
and wires are properly clamped.
,/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in
drive position.
WHILE LEARN/NG HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY
EXTRA A TTENT/ON TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT
ITEMS:
,/ Engine oil is at proper level.
•f Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline.
,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and
function. Operate them before you start the engine.
•/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
/ It is important to purge the transmission before you
operate your new tractor for the first time. Follow
proper starting and transmission purging instructions
(See"TO START ENGINE and "PURGETRANSMIS-
SION" in Operation section of this manual)°
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