Craftsman 917.270840 - Manual (Page 10)

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
• 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 up­
right 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.
^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.
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.
Weld Nut From
The Top
Weld
Nut.
Latch
Hook
Washer
Mulcher
Plate
Lock
Washer
Hook Points
Down
Screw
Latch
Hook
Weld Nut
Lock Washer
Washer
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