Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.12INSTALLATION of DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR (Optional accessory on some models)

Install discharge deflector if discharging is desired. Grass Bag and Bag Adapter or Recycling Cover must be removed.

1.Remove front and rear nuts that secure Bag Adapter or Recycling Cover to deck. Refer to sections concerning these parts.

2.Install discharge deflector and secure to deck using hardware just removed in Step 1. Slot in front edge of discharge deflector must be under nut as shown and both bolts protruding through holes in the side of the deflector. Secure nuts to the side of deflector. Tighten nuts securely. See Figure 2.18.

INSTALL

SLIDE

DISCHARGE

DEFLECTOR

DEFLECTOR

SLOT

 

 

2.13INSTALLATION of RECYCLING COVER (Optional Accessory on Some Models)

It will be necessary to remove bag adapter and grass bag or discharge deflector before installing recycling cover. See previous section for instructions. Install the recycling cover and secure to the side and top of the deck with the two nuts provided on the machine. Slide top portion of cover under nut secured to the deck. See Figure 2.19.

RECYCLING

COVER

INSTALL

NUTS

FIGURE 2.18

INSTALL RECYCLING

COVER TO THE DECK

USING THE TWO NUTS

FIGURE 2.19

WARNING

DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or guard in place. Grass Catcher components are subject to deterioration during normal use. Inspect frequently and replace worn or damaged components immediately.

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Snapper 216517B, P216517B, P217017BV, P217017BVE, P215517HC Install Slide Discharge Deflector Slot