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 designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tiros 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 and enjoy 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). 4'Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

,/All tires are propedy inflated. (For ship- ping purposes, the tires were overin- flated 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.

,/Check wiring. Sea 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, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them be- fore you start the engine.

/Be sure brake system is in safe operat- ing condition.

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Craftsman 917.270814 To Convert to Bagging or Discharging, Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness, Check Brake System