Install mulcher plate (see figs. 5 & 6), To convert to bagging or discharging, Assembly – Craftsman 917.259561 User Manual

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(See Figs. 5 & 6)

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.

A

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.

WELD NUT FROM THE TOP

HOOK POINTS DOWN

WELD

NUT

LATCH
HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER
PLATE

■ LATCH

HOOK

WELD

NUT

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.

/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 tightened securely.

✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping puiposes,

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.

/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION 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 location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

/ Be sure brake system is In safe operating condition.

FIG. 5

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