Craftsman 917.273373 User Manual

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If prewiously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

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not remove deflector

shield from mower,

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 designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin­
flated at the factory for shipping purposes.
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 hous­
ing should be properly leveled. See “TO
LEVEL yOWER HOUSING” in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION
OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac­

ing 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 trac­
tor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual.

/CHECKLIST

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 review the following checklist:

/ All assembly instructions have been

completed,

/ No remaining loose parts in carton.
/ Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight­

ened securely,

/ All tires are properly inflated. (For ship­

ping purposes, the tires were overin­

flated 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.

/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

damped.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay
extra attention to the following important

items:

/ Engine oil is at proper level,
/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu­

lar 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 oper­

ating condition.

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