Install Mulcher Plate; To Convert To Bagging Or Discharging; Checklist - Craftsman 917.256571 Owner's Manual

iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(See Figs. 5 & 6)
. Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw_
washer, lock washer, and wetd nut as shown.
NOTE: Pre-assembJe 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 upright 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.
_[ ]k _ mower. Raise and hold I
guard when attaching mulcher plate J
and a_st on plate while in !
opera tior.
TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR
DISCHARGING
Simply remove mutcher plate and store t_ a safe place.
Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of
optional grass catcher accessory.
NOTE: It {s not necessary to change blades. The muJcner
blades are designed for discharging and bagging also,
'WELD
LATCH
HOOK.--.......
WASHER
/
/
HOOK POINTS DOWN
\-\
!SCREW
I WASHER
i
WASHER
MULCHER __,.._--SCREW
PLATE
FIG. 5
DEFLECTOR
SHIELD J ....
LATCH
HOOKS
FiG. 6
,/CHECKLIS T
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW
TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE
THE BESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT,
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.
,/ No -emaining loose parts in carton,
¢" Battery is properly prepared and charged, (Minimum
1 hour at 6 amps),
/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely,
V" All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes.
the tires were overinflated at the factory).
,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/
front-to-rear for best cutting results, (Tires must be
properly inflated for leveling).
,/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure 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,
/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is n
drive position,
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY
EXTRA A TTENTION 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 controEs - their location and
function. Operate them before you start the engine.
/ Be sure brake system is,_n safe operating condition.
/ It is important to purge the transmission before operat-
ing your tractor for the first time, Follow proper starting
andtransmission purging nstructions (See"TO START
ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" _n the Op-
eration section of this manual).