10 Section 2 — ASSembly & Set-Up
Lower Deck Discharge Chute Deflector
The discharge chute deflector must be installed before operating
the mower.
Remove the keys that are attached with a zip tie to the chute
bracket.
2. Remove the flange lock nuts from the deck. Do not remove
the push nuts or carriage bolts, leaving them in place will
Push Nuts
Flange Lock Nuts
Carriage Bolts
Figure 3-3
Install the discharge chute deflector using the carriage
bolts, push nuts and flange lock nuts as shown in Figure
Discharge
Chute
Deflector
Flange Lock Nuts
Push Nuts
Carriage Bolts
Figure 3-4
Adjusting the Seat
To adjust the position of the seat, push the seat adjustment lever
to the left. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired
position; then release the adjustment lever. Make sure seat is
Figure 3-5
Checking Tire Pressure
WARNING! Maximum tire pressure under any
front tires. Equal tire pressure should be maintained
at all times.
The tires on your tractor may be over-inflated for shipping
purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor.
for maximum psi.
Gas and Oil
The fuel tank is located at the rear of the tractor and holds
4-⁄ gallons of gas. Remove the fuel cap by turning it counter-
unleaded gasoline. Fill the tank no higher the bottom of the fill
neck to allow space for fuel expansion.
WARNING! Use extreme care when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
NOTE: Your tractor is shipped with oil in the engine. However,
you MUST check the oil level before operating.
CAUTION: Always check the engine oil level before
Add oil as necessary. Failure to do so may result in
serious damage to your engine