Sears 917.2566 owner manual Install Mulcher Plate See Figs a, Discharging

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, and weld 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 on back 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.

		HOOK POINTS
WELD	NUT	DOWN
FROM	THE TOP

LOCK

WASHER

WELD.SCREW

NUT "_

LATCH

HOOK

LOCK WELD

WASHER NUT

WASHER

WASHER

MULCHER\__.._

PLATESCREW

FiG. 5A

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

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 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 THE BEST PERFORMANCE A ND 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 inflated for leveling).

,/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/ Checkwiring. See that 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.

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_"LATCH

HOOKS

FIG. !iB

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