ASSEMBLY
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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5A and
5B)
-Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,
washer, lock washer, andweld nut as shown.
NOTE: Pre-assemble 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 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.
• Hook rear latch into hole onback of mower deck.
&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.
WELD NUT
FROM THE TOP
HOOK POINTS
DOWN
LOCK
WASHER
WELD. SCREW
NUT "_
LATCH
HOOK
LOCK WELD
WASHER NUT
WASHER WASHER
MULCHER \__.._
PLATE SCREW
FiG. 5A
TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR
DISCHARGING
Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.
Your mower isnow ready for discharging or installation of
optional grass catcher accessory.
NOTE: Itis not necessaryto change blades. The mulcher
blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.
v"CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW
TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE
THEBEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
,/ Al! assembly instructions have been completed.
,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.
•/Batteryis 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 inflatedfor leveling).
,/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed
properly around pulleys and inside all beltkeepers.
,/ Checkwiring. Seethat atl connections are still secure
and wires are properly clamped.
WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY
EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLL OWING 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.
,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
DEFLECTOR
SHIELD
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_" LATCH
HOOKS
FIG. !iB
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