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.
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
• 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 down.
•Tighten hardware securely.
•Raise and hold deflector shield in ulP right 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.
Weld Nut From | Hook Points |
The Top \ | Down |
Lock |
|
Weld Washer
Screw
LatchLatch
Nut •
Washer | Look Washer | |
| ||
Mulcher | Washer | |
'_._ Screw | ||
Plate | ||
|
Deflector
Shield
.atch Hooks
_,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 blades. The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.
CHECKLIST
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:
_' All assembly instructionshave been completed,
_/ No remaining loose parts in carton. v' 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).
Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
cutting results. ('13resmust be properly inflated for leveling).
Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys andinside all belt keepers.
Check wiring. See that all connections are stillsecure and wires are properly clamped.
Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel contro/is in drive position.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR
TRAGTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:
,/ Engine oil is at proper level.
/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
4' Become familiar with all controls - their
location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.
/Be sure brake system is in safe operat- ing 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- eration section of this manual).
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