Assemble Gauge Wheels To Mower Deck; Checklist - Craftsman EZ 917.270722 Owner's Manual

blades. The mulcher blades are _
for discharging and bagging also.
Weld Nut From Ho_ Peints.
The Top Down
Lock
Weld Washer
Latch Latch
Washer
Mulcher
Plate
Deflector
Shield
Lock Washer
Washer
Screw
Latch
Hooks
ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO
MOWER DECK
The gauge wheels are designed to keep
the mower deck in proper position when
operating mower. Be sure they are proper-
ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per-
formance.
• Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on
a flat level surface.
• Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTI'ING
HEIGHT" in the Operation section of
this manual).
• With mower in desired height of cut pe-
sition, gauge wheels should be assem-
bled so they are slightlyoff the ground.
Install gauge wheel in appropdate hole
with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-
16 iocknut and tighten securely.
• Repeat for opposite side installing
gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.
3/8-16 Washer
e Wheel
v' CHECKLIST
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:
V' All assembly instructions have been
completed.
,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.
v' Battery is propedy prepared and
charged. (Minimum I hour at 6 amps).
v' Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
,/ All tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).
v' 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 muted propedy around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
I/ Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
v' Before driving tractor, be sure free-
wheel control is in drive position.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR
TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAA'I-rENTION 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 transmis-
sion before operating your tractor for
the first time. Follow proper starting
and transmission purging instructions
(See "TO START ENGINE" end
"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op
eration section of this manual).
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