Sears 917.257552 manual INSTALL Niulcher Plate See Figs.7 a, To Convert to Bagging or Discharging

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iNSTALL NIULCHER PLATE (See Figs.7 A & ......

7B)

•Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer',took washer, and weld 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.

o Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

oPlace front of mutcher 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.

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard whenfrom mowerattaching. Raisemuicherand platehold and allow it to rest on plate while in

operation.

...... DEFLECTOR......

.... SHIELD

FIG. 7B

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 c _tional grass catcher'accessory,

		HOOK POINTS
WELD	NUT	DOWN
FROM

LOCK

WELD. WASHER

NUT -'_

HOOK

HOOK

LOCK WELD

WASHER NUT

WASHER

MULCHER

PLATE

FIG. 7A

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.

JBattery" is properly prepared and charged° (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps),.

v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

#" All tires are properly inflated. (For'shipping purposes, the tires were ovednflated 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 leveting)o

,/ Check mower and drive beffs. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

J" Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properfy clamped.

WHILELEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA A TTENTtON TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS.:

v" 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.

J Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition_

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