Craftsman 917.256544 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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_NSTALL MULCHER PLf4TE
(See Figs. 6 & 7}
install two !arch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,
washer, bck 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 securely.
o Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position
Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck
opening and slide in!o place, as shown.
o Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
o Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.
CAUTION: Do not remove discharge q
guard from mower. Raise and ham
guard when attaching muncher plate
,and alUow it to rest ca plate whiJe in |
ape
WELD
WASHER
MULCHER
PLATE
LOCK
WASHER
WELD
NUT
TO CONVERT TO B_,_G_NG OR
O_SCNARGiNG
Simpiy remove mulcher ptate ard store in a saie p_ace.
Your mower is now ready fo; discharging or insta!tation ,of
opfionaJ grass catcher accessory.
NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades The mulcher
btades are designed for discharging and bagging a_so.
DEFLECTOR ....
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BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY Y@UR NEW
TRACTOR, WE WISH TOA.SSURE TH4 T YOU RECEIVE
THE BESTPERFOF4MANCEAND SA TfSFA CTION FROM
THIS OUALITY PRODUCT_
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLL OWffVG CHECKLIST}
d' AI_assembly instructions have be÷n completed.
v" No remaining loose parts in ca4on
/ Battery is properly prepared and charged (Minimum
1 hour at 6 amps).
v' Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
v' Alltires are properly inflated (For shipping purposes,
the tires were overinflaled at 1he factory)
¢" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/
ffont4o-rear for best cutting rssuffs. (Tires must be
propedy inflated for beveling}
/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed
properly around pulleys and inside a!Jbe_t keepers.
,/ Check wiring. See that alJconnections 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 _eveL
/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, c_ean, regular unleaded
gasoline.
v" Become familiar with all controls - their location and
function. Operate them before you star the engine_
/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
FIG 6
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