Check For Proper Position Of All Belts; Check Brake System; Install Mulcher Plate; To Convert To Bagging Or Discharging - Craftsman EZ3 917.271024 Owner's Manual

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replac-
ing motion and mower blade drive belts
in the Service and Adjustments sectoin of
this manual, Verify that the belts are
muted correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your trac-
tor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See %0 ADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual.
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
• 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 hold deflector shield in up-
right position.
• 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.
Weld Nut From Hook Points
The Top Down
Lock
Weld Washer
Nut
Latch Latch
Washer Lock Washer
Washer
Mulcher '_¢..f Screw
Plate
Deflector
Shield
Latch
Hooks
_CAUTION: Do not remove discharge
guard from mower. Raise and hold guard
when attaching mulcher plate and allow it
to rest on plate while in operation.
TO CONVERT TO 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 designed
for discharging and bagging also.
v' CHECKLIST
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:
6," All assembly instructions have been
completed.
v' No remaining loose parts in carton.
Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
v' Seat is adjusted comfollably and
tightened securely.
v' All tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the fadory).
Be sure mower deck is prop,,.-_rl:_
leveled side-to-side/front.[c, m;.,r _<_
best cutting results. (Tires must be
properly inflated for leveling).
_" Check mower and drive belts. Be s_re
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.
v' Before driving tractor, be sure free-
wheel control is in drive position.
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 function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operat-
ing condition.
,/ It is important to purge the transmission
before operating your tractor for the
first time. Follow proper starting and
transmission purging instructions (See
"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE
TRANSMISSION" in the Operation
section of this manual).
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