Craftsman 917.270824 Owner's Manual page 10

Weld Nut From
The Top \
Lock
Weld Washer
Screw
Latch
Hook Points
Down
Latch
Hook
:1Nut
Lock Washer
Washer
Mutcher _ Screw
Plate
TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR
DISCHARGING
Simply remove muicher 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.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated
at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-
rect tire pressure is important for best cut-
ting performance_
o Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
of this manual
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower housing
should be properly leveled. See 'q-O
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Ser-
vice and Adjustments section of this
manual
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replac-
ing motion and mower blade drive belts
in the Service and Adjustments sectoin of
this manual. Verify that the belts are
routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your trac-
tor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See 'qO ADJUST BRAKE" in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manua!
_CHECKLiST
Before you operate and enjoy your new
tractor, we wish to assure that you l eceive
the best performance and satisfaction
from this quality producL
Please review the following checklist:
,/ 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.
,/All tires are properly inflated (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).
,/Be sure mowe_ deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
results_ (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).
J" 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 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
,/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 transmission
before operating your tractor for the first
time_ Follow proper starting and
transmission purging instructions (See
"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE
TRANSMISSION" in the Operation
section of this manual)