GAUGE WHEEL
MOUNTING
BRACKET
LOCKNUT
3/8"WASHER
GAUGE WHEEL
FIG. 5
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 & 7)
oInstall two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown..
NOTE:
o Tighten hardware securely.
o 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..
mHH N= 11 | ,=',=",",'=H= 1' = |
CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower. Raise and hold
guard when attaching muleher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation.
1,,,1,1 = 1,
WELD NUT FROM THE TOP HOOK POINTS DOWN
LOCK
WELD WASHER
NUT.
X_SCREW
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,
DEFLECTOR
SHIELD
LATCH
HOOKS
FIG. 7
7CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE
THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFAC TION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
,/ All assembly instructions have been completed..
,t" No remaining loose parts in carton.
,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
¢" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely°
,/ Al! tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).
,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
¢" 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.
¢Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in drive position.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PA Y EXTRA A TTENTION TO THE FOLL OWING IMPORTANT
LATCH
WASHER
HOOK
WELD
LOCK NUT
WASHER
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.
WASHER
MULCHER_'_-.,,,_
PLATE'SCREW
FIGo 6
,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
,/ It is important to purge the transmission before operat- ing 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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