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Craftsman EZ3 917.270622 Owner's Manual page 10

15.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor

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CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your trac-
tor, 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
• 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.
o Tighten hardware securely.
o 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.
•_kCAUTION:
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.
Weld Nut From
Hook Points
The Top
Down
Lock
Weld
Washer
Nut
Latch
Latch
Hook
Hook
Washer
Mulcher
Plate
Deflector
Shield
Weld Nut
Lock Washer
Washer
Screw
,_
Latch
Hooks
TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR
DISCHARGING
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in
a safe place. Your mower is nowready for
discharging or installationof optional
grass catcher accessory,
NOTE: It is not necessary to change
blades. The mulcher blades are designed
for dischargingand bagging also,
u; CHECKLIST
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:
V' All assembly
instructions
have been
completed.
v' No remaining loose parts in carton.
v' Battery is properly prepared and
charged.
(Minimum
I hour at 6 amps),
v' Seat is adjusted comfortably
and
tightened securely.
v' All tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated
at the factor,/).
_' Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-sidelfront-to-rear
for best
cutting results. (Tires must be properly
inflated for leveling).
v" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
v' Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
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.
J" 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 transmis-
sion before operating your tractor for
the first time. Follow proper starting
and transmission
purging instructions
(See "TO START ENGINE" and
"PURGE TRANSMISSION"
in the Op-
eration section of this manual).
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