Craftsman 917.252560 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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ASSE#BLY
iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(See Figs. 6A & 68)
o Install two latch hooks to mutcher plate using screw,
washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.
NOTE: Pre-assembte weld nut to latch hook by inserting
weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.
o Tighten hardware securety_
o 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_
_ i cAUTION: DO not remove discharge ..... i
guard from mower. Raise and hold i
_, guard when attaching mulcher plate R
! t and allow it to rest on plate while in
opera tion. _____._j
DEFLECTOR
SHIELD
FiG. 6B
HOOKS
TO CONVERT TO BAGGaNG 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
HOOK POINTS
WELD NUT DOWN
LOCK
WELD.
NUT _ WASHER
LATCH
HOOK
HOOK
WASHER
MULCHER
PLATE
LOCK
WASHER
WASHER
WELD
NUT
FiG. 6A
J CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW
TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE
THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
V" All assembly instructions have been complete&
v" 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
v" All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,
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 wiringo See that all connections are still secure
and wires are propedy clamped.
WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT
ITEMS:
,/ Engine oil isat proper level°
,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline
,/ Become familiar with all controts - their location and
function. Operate them before you start the engine.
,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
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