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Craftsman 917.255690 Owner's Manual page 10

14.0 hp ohv electric start 3 in one convertible 42" mower deck 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor

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ASSEMBLY
TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING
INSTALL
MULCHER
PLATE
(See Figs. 7 & 8)
Install two latch hook assemblies, to mulcher plate
using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as
shown.
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 tab hole on front of mower deck.
Hook rear latch into tab hole on back of mower deck.
CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard
from mower. Raise and hold guard when
attaching
mulcher
plate and allow it to
rest on plate while in operation,
MULCHER
WASHER
SCREW
LATCH
_\
LOCKWASHER
_'_"
J
_WELD
LATCH -_J
NUT
FIG. 7
DEFLECTOR
SHIELD
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FIG, 8
LATCH
HOOKS
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.
Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of
optional grass catcher accessory.
/CHECKLIST
BEFORE
YOU OPERATE
AND ENJOY
YOUR NEW
TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE
THE BEST PERFORMANCEAND
SATISFACTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
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 over-inflated 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).
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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.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY
EXTRA ATTENTION
TO THE FOLLOWlNG
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 operating condition.
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