Craftsman 917.270631 Checklist, Check Tire Pressure, page 5 of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

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TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. "four 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 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" on

page 5 of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly levele& 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 replac- ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sectoin of this manual Verify that the belts are rout- ed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

/ CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST'.

J" 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 belt& Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

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

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.

v" Besure brake system is in safe

operating condition .....