Replacement Part List

Installing the Mulch Plug
1. Pivot the chute deflector upward and remove the
protective cover from the pin found on the deck’s surface.
See Figure 1-3.
Figure 1-3
2. Position the chute adapter over the pin. See Figure 1-4.
Figure 1-4
3. To install the mulch plug, pivot the discharge chute upward
and refer to Figure 1-5:
a. Insert the mulch plug into the discharge chute
opening.
b. Insert the mulch plug rod into the hole found on the
front, right deck wheel bracket.
c. Position the rear of the mulch plug over the pin
found on the deck’s surface.
c
b
a
Figure 1-5
4. Secure the mulch plug in place with the wing knob. See
Figure 1-6.
Figure 1-6
4. With the mulch plug in place, the discharge chute will
remain propped-up so that the operator can more easily
maneuver the tractor’s deck near and around trees and
other obstacles.