Craftsman 917.25693 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
ASSEM LY
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iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 7 & 8
CAUTION: Do not remove discharge
guard from mower. Raise and hold
guard when attaching mulcher plate
and allow it to rest on plate while in
........ o,peratijon; ................
O Raise and hold deflector shield in the upright position_
Position alignment cup over' rear baffle.
_) Pivot mulcher plate forward and hook on mounting bolto
Be sure hang tab hooks top of deck opening..
Assemble fiat washer, lock washer' and wing nut to
mounting bolt and tighten securely..
3"0 CONVERT 3"0 BAGGING OF{
DISCHARGRNG
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: If discharging or bagging results are unsatisfactory
with mulcher blades on mower, remove the mulcher blades
and install high performance discharging blades, which are
available at Retail and Catalog stores°
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I_EFLECTOR MOUNTING
SHIEL BOLT
MULCHER
PLATE
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REAR ALIGNMENT
BAFFLE CUP
FASTING
TAB SLOT
FIG. 7
DEFLECTOR
SHIELD """
HANG
WASHER
LOCK
WASHER
MULCHER
PLATE
FIG. 8
,/CHECKLIST
WING NUT
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 completed_
v" No remaining loose parts in carton.
v" Batteryis properly prepared and charged. (Minimum
1 hour at 6 amps)_
v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
v" All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,
the tires were overinflated at the fa.ctory)
v" Be sure mower deck is prdperly leveled side-to-side/
front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be
properly inflated for leveling).
v" 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 HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT
ITEMS:
,/ Engine oil is at proper' leveR..
7 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.
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