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iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(if previously removed)
1. Raise and hold deflector shield in
updght 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.
_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector
shield from mower. Raise and hold shield
when attaching mulcher plate and allow it
to rest on plate while in operation.
Mulcher
Plate
Shield
.arch
Hooks
TO CONVERTTO 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 notnecessary to change
blades. The mulcher blades are de-
signed for discharging and bagging also.
CHECKTIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractorwere ovednflated
at the factory for shipping purposes.
Correcttire pressure is importantfor best
cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
ofthis manual.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cuttingresults, mower housing
should be propedy leveled..See "3"0
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS
See the figuresthat are shown for
replacing motion and mower blade drive
belts in the Service and Adjustments
sectionof this manual Vedfy thatthe
belts are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your
tractor, checkto see thatthe brake is
properlyadjusted. See =TOADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.
,/'CHECKLIST
Before you operate and enjoy your new
tractor,we wishto assure that you receive
the best performance and satisfaction
from this Quality Product.
Please review the following checklist:
`/All assembly instructionshave been
completed.
,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
`/Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1hour at 6 amps).
`/Seat is adjusted comfortablyand
tightened securely.
,/'All tires are propody inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).
`/Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rearfor best cutting
results. (Tires must be pmpedy inflated
for leveling).
./'Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure
they are routed propedy around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
v.Check wiring. See that all connectiens
are still secure and wires are propedy
clamped.
`/Before driving tractor, be sure free-
wheel control is in ddve position.
While leaming 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,
regular unleaded gasoline.
.4"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.
`/It is important to purge the transmission
before operating your tractor for the first
time. Follow proper startingand
transmission purging instructions (See
"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE
TRANSMISSION" in the Operation
section of this manual).
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