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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 hard-
ware 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.
_,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.
Weld Nut
Hook Points
Lock
Washer
Latch
_ CHECKLIST
Please review the following checklist:
,/ All assembly instructions havA h,=_n
completed.
/ No remaining loose pads in carton.
,/Battery
is properly prepared and
charged.
(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
ened securely.
,/All tires are properly inflated.
(For ship-
ping purposes, the tires were ovednflat-
ed at the factory),
/
Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear
for best cutting
results. (Tires must be propedy inflated
for leveling).
,/Check
mower and drive belts. -B_ sure
they are routed propedy around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
/ Check widng.
See that all connections
are still secure and wires are propedy
clamped.
While leaming 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, regu-
lar 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.
Mulcher
Plate
Lock
Washer
Deflector
Latch
Hooks
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