Install Mulcher Plate; Checklist; To Convert To Bagging Or Discharging - Craftsman EZ3 917.256552 Owner's Manual

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_NSTALL
MULCHKR
PLATE
{See Figs. 6 & 7}
Install two a[cn nooks _o mutcher p_a[e using screw,
washer, IOCK wasner, and wetd nut as shown,
NOTE: Pre-assembie
wetd nut to latch hook by inserting
we_a nut from the top w_th hook oointing down,
Tighten hardware ;ecure_y.
Raise and nolo deflector shield in Jprlght position,
Place front of muiener orate over fret t of mower deCK
opening and slide into p_ace, as shown.
Hook front latch trio note oR front of mower deck
o
Hook rear latch into no_e an back Of mower DecK.
CAUtiON:
Do not remove
discharge
guard
f_om mower.
Raise
and
hold
guard
when
attaching
muJcher
plate
and allow
it _o rest on p_ate whi_e in
LATCH
HOOKS
FiG. 7
HOOK POINI"S DOWN
WELD
NUT
FROM
THE TOP jr
.......
_
X \
"'S
LOCK
LATCH
J"
HOOK
WASHER
LOCK
WASHER
WASHER
WELD
NUT
MULCHKR
PLATE
FIG, 6
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 accessoPy,
NOTE: It is not necessary to changebtades,
The mulcher
blades are designed for discharging and bagging also,
BEFORE
YOU OPERATE
AND ENJOY
YOUF_ NEW
TRACTOR. WE WISH TO ASSURE TH/I T YOURECEfVE
FHE BESTPERFORMANCEAND
SA TtSFA C TION FROM
FHIS OLIAL/TY PRODUCT,
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
/
All assembly instructions have been completed.
/
No remaining !dose parts in carton.
_/
Battery is properly prepared and charged,
(Minimum
1 hour at 6 amps).
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Sea {,iS adjusted comfortably and tightened securely,
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Atttires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,
the tires were overinfiated at the factory).
_x Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/
frontqo-rear for best cutting results.
(Tires must be
properly inflated for ieveiing),
/
Check mower and drive belts, Be sure they are routed
properly around pul!eys and nside all belt keepers.
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Check wiring. See thai aH connections are stiil secure
and wires are properly clamped.
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Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is [n
drive position_
WHILE LEARNING HOW T© USE YOUR E_ACTOR, PAY
EXTRA ATTENTION TO 7-HEFOLLOWING IMPORTANT
FFE/MS:
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Engine oil is at proper !eveL
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Fuel tank is fiIled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline.
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Become familiar with alt controls ,- their location and
function. Operate them before you start the engine.
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Be sure brake system isin safe operating condition.
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II is important to purge the transm ssion before operat-
ing your tractor for the first time_ Fotlow proper starting
and transmission purging ins!ruetions (See "TO START
ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION'
in the Opt.
e_ation section of this msn/4aI)

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