INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(If previously removed)
1.Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.
2.Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown.
3.Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
4.Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.
Mulcher
DeflectorPlate
Shield
Latch
Hooks
_k CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower.
TO CONVERTTO 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 mulching blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.
CHECKTIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- rect tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.
•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower hous- ing should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service
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 section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn howto operate yourtrac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual.
o/CHECKLIST
Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product.
Please review the following checklist: •/ All assembly instructions have been
completed.
,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
4Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
ened securely.
,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship- ping purposes, the tires were overin- flated at the factory).
,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
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 in "transmission engaged" position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual).
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 oper- ating condition.
/It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and trans- mission purging instructions (See 'q'O START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS- MISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).
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