Craftsman 917.270631 - Manual (Page 10)

Weld Nut From
The Top
Lock
Washer
Nut
Latch ■'
Hook
Washer
Mulcher
Plate
Hook Points
Down
Latch
Hook
Weld Nut
Lock Washer
Washer
Screw
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 overinflated
at the factory for shipping purposes.
Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance.
® Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on
page 5 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.
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 sectoin of
this manual. Verify that the belts are rout­
ed 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
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 purposes, the tires were
overinfiated 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.