Craftsman 107.289920 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
INSTALLING THE SIDE DISCHARGE
DEFLECTOR
NOTE: The deflector hinge (A, Figure 4) and bracket (B)
come installed on the mower deck from the factory.
AWARNING
Installation of the side discharge deflector is
required for proper and safe operation. Failure to
install the side discharge deflector can result in
injury or death.
Figure 4. Deflector Hinge and Bracket
A. Deflector Hinge
B. Bracket
1. Lay the deflector assembly (A, Figure 5) inside the
deflector hinge (B) on the right side of the mower
deck. Align the holes in the deflector with the holes in
the hinge.
2. Insert the longer end of the torsion spring (C)
through the slotted hole in the deflector.
3. Insert the hinge rod (D) through one end of the
deflector assembly and hinge, through the torsion
spring, and out through the other end of the deflector
assembly and hinge.
NOTE: Make sure that the shorter end of the torsion
spring (E) hooks into the notch of the deflector bracket
(F).
4. Firmly install one push nut (G) onto each side of the
hinge rod.
Figure 5. Install Side Discharge Deflector Assembly
A. Deflector Assembly
B. Deflector Hinge
C. Torsion Spring - Longer End
D. Hinge Rod
E. Torsion Spring - Shorter End
F. Deflector bracket
G. Push Nut (2)
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