ASSEM LY
INSTALL iVlULCHER PLATE
(See Figs. 5 & 6)
•Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.
NOTE: Preoassemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing dow n.
•Tighten hardware securely°
•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.
o Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck°
............................... | iii n 111 r; iii | : | _:: | : | ..... |
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.
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 bladesr The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also
HOOK POINTS DOWN
WELD NUT FROM THE TOP
| LOCK |
|
WELD | WASHER |
|
NUT,.. | /SCREW |
|
|
|
|
LATCH |
|
|
|
| HOOK |
|
| WELD |
| LOCK | NUT |
|
| |
WASHER | WASHER |
|
MULCRER
PLATE
FIG. 5
DEFLECTOR
SHIELD
LATCH
HOOKS
FIG. 6
,/"CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND EtVJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT_
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: Z" All assembly instructions have been completed° J No remaining loose parts in carton.
,/ Battery 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 overinflated at the factory)_
v" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
v" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.
v" Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped
,/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in drive position.
WHILELEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA A TTEIVTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:
v" Engine oil is at proper level
Z" 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 operating condition°
#' It is important to purge the transmission before operat- ing your tractor for the first time° Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op- eration section of this manual)_
9
