Craftsman 917.27242 owner manual Install Mulcher Plate

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1.Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

2.Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown.

3.Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

4.Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

,_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation.

J_! Mulcher Plate

Shield

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 optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed 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" 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

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.

v'No remaining loose parts in carton. V Battery is propedy prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). v'Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

vAIl tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

V"Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be property inflated for leveling).

,/'Check mower and drive belts. 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.

V" Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in drive position.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important items:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

v" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.

v" Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

V" Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

V" It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).

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