•INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(If previously removed)
•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 hole on front of mower deck.
•Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.
ACAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. Raise and hold
shield when attaching mulcher plate and
allow it to rest on plate while in opera-
tion.
Mulcher Plate
Shield
Latch
Hooks
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 mulcher blades are de-
signed for discharging and bagging also.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overin- flated at the factory for shipping pur- poses. 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 propedy 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
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.
I/CHECKLIST
Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor, we wish to assure that you re- ceive the best performance and satisfac- tion 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 tight- ened securely.
•/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).
,/Be sure mower deck is properly lev- eled
cutting results. (Tires must be properly
inflated for leveling).
,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pul- leys and inside all belt keepers.
,/Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.
,/Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in drive position.
While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following im- portant 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 transmis- sion before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See =TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op-
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