Craftsman 917.259592 Install Mulcher Plate See Figs, To Convert to Bagging or Discharging

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WHEEL

 

 

BRACKET

 

 

3t8-16

 

 

LOCKNUT

 

 

318 _

 

 

GAUGE WHEE_

_//SHOULDER

BOLT

 

 

FIG. 4

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and

6)

JnstalJtwo _atch hooks to muncher pJate using screw, washer, lock washer, and we{d nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

,Tighten hardware securely_

°Raise and hotd deflector shield in upright position.

oPIace front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into ptace, as shown.

Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. ° Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck..

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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.

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TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe piace, Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optionat grass catcher accessory,

NOTE: It {snot necessary to change blades, The mutcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also

 

 

HOOK POINTS

WELD

NUT

DOWN

 

FROM

THE TOP

 

LOCK

WELD

NUT _ WASHER

SCREW

_ LATCH HOOK

LOCK WELD

WASHER NUT

WASHER

WASHER

MULCHER_SCREW

PLATE

FIG. 5

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

LATCH

HOOKS

FIG. 6

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Contents RR r+Zli4IIii + Safe OperationSAFETYPractices RULESfor Ride-On Mowers Product Specifications ModelSerial Number Date of Purchase Table of Contents Engine Maintenance AttachmentsPerformance Contents of Hardware Pack Tools Required for Assembly AssemblyBefore Rolling Tractor OFF Skid Unpack CartonConnect Battery See Fig AssemblyAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See FigTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Install Mulcher Plate See FigsCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Tire PressureCheck Brake System Check Deck LevelnessLock OperationERATmON HOW to USE Your Tractor To Adjust Mower Cutting HeightSee Fig To Operate Mower See Fig OperationTo Operate on Hills To Transport See FigsTo Start Engine See Fig ADD GasolinePurge Transmission StartingMulching Mowing Tips Mowing TiPSMaintenance Schedule Lubrication ChartCustomer General RecommendationsTractor BatteryBlade Care Blade Removal See FigTransaxle Cooling Clean AIR Screen See FigEngine LubricationCusto Responsibilities CleaningEngine OIL Filter See Fig MufflerTo Remove Mower See Fig To Install Mower See FigBoth Front Links Must be Equal in Length To Level Mower HousingAdjustments ServiceTo Adjust Brake See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Adjust Motion Control Lever Servnce AN AdjustmentsTransmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT To Replace Motion Drive BeltTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Service AN AdjustmentsFront Wheel TOE-INICAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly To Start Engine with a Weak BatteryTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust Carburetor See Fig To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See FigImportant Damage to the Needles Turned in TOO TightOther BatteryFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting ProblemPoints Troubleshooting Problem CauseCorrection 111 SchematicElectrical Repair PartsDescription KEY PartChassis and Enclosures KEY Drive KEY Part NO. no KEY Part DescriptionUNC REPAmR Parts Steering AssemblyKEY Part NO, no Steering AssemblySeat Assembly DescriptionPart Description Wheels & Tires DecalsKEY PartSpark Arrester Engine Optional EquipmentEngine NO, noDescripon Tractor - Model Number Mower Lift161718 2O \ NO. no Mower Deck Part Description TUVSqnk Hydro Gear Transaxle Model Number Cradle Exhaust Kohler Engine Model Number CV15S, Type Number PS-41565Blower Housing and Baffles Engine Controls KEY Part NO. no AIR Intake KEY Part DescriptionExhaust KEY Part Cylinder HEAD, Valve and Breather @---1Fuel System Kohler Engine Model Number CVt5S, Type Number PS-41565Part KEY Part Description NO. noIgnition Electrical OIL PAN Lubrication Kohler Engine Model Number CV15S, Type Number PS-41565OIL PAN/LUBRICATION Ignition Electrical KEY Part DescriptionCrankcase KEY Part Starting System KEY PartRvice Otes Page SE CE Notes Suggested Guide for SiGHTiNG Slopes for Safe Operatron Owners UAL For Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free NumberI1IIl Lll Illlll Part Number