INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(If previously removed)
•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.
,ACAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. Raise and hold
shield when attaching mulcher plate and
allow it to rest on plate while in opera- tion.
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 belts are routed correctly.
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.
/ CHECKLIST
Deflector_
Shield
Mulcher Plate
Latch Hooks
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 REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
,/All assembly instructions have been completed.
/No remaining loose parts in carton.
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 overin- flated at the factory for shipping pur- poses. 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.
,I Battery is 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
/" 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.
WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR
TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:
,,/Engine oil is at proper level.
,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
,/Become familiar with all controls - their
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location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.
,/Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
