Craftsman 917.272464 owner manual Install Mulcher Plate, To Convert to Bagging or Discharging

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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

A

CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower.

TO CONVERT TO 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.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct 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 housing 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 replacing 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 how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

v" 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. #" 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 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 routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,I Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

,/Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in "transmission engaged" position (see "TO TRANS- PORT' 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.

,I Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

,I 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).

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