Craftsman 917.270840 User Manual

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
• install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown. ;

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch
hook by inserting weld nut from the top
with hook pointing down.
• Tighten hardware securely.
• Raise and hold deflector shield in up

right 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.

^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 operation.
TO CONVERT TO 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 not necessary to change
blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Weld Nut From
The Top

Weld

Nut.

Latch

Hook

Washer

Mulcher
Plate

Lock

Washer

Hook Points
Down

Screw

Latch
Hook

Weld Nut

Lock Washer

Washer