Craftsman 917.259542 Owner's Manual page 9

ASSEMBLY
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DEFLECTOR
SHIELD
GAUGE WHEEL
MOUNTING
:KET
3/8-16
LOCKNUT
318" WASHER
GAUGE WHEEL
FIG. 5A
;HOULDER BOLT
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5B and
5C)
• 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 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.
o Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.
I _) CAUTION: Do not remove discharge
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guard from mower. Raise and hold
guard when attaching mulcher plate
and allow it to rest on plate while in
operation.
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FiG. 5C
HOOKS
,/ CHECKL.IST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW
TRACTOR, WE WtSH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE
THEBES T PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST."
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\ WASHER
WAS ER _VuELD
WASHER
MULCHER \_._..
PLATE SCREW
FIG. 5B
,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.
,/ No remaining 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.
,/ Checkwiring. See that all connections are still secure
and wires are properly clamped_
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
Jr Become familiar with all controls - their location and
function. Operate them before you start the engine.
v" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
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.