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12 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-Up
Install The Rear Engine Cover
1. Install the rear engine cover by positioning it in place as
shown in Figure 3-8. Tip the engine cover forward to fit it
into the slots provided, then rotate it backwards to align
the mounting holes.
Figure 3-8
2. Secure the cover with the two screws included in the
hardware pack. Do not to over-tighten.
Installing the Hitch Plate
1. Position the hitch plate with the flat side up, as shown in
Fig. 3-9. Secure using two bolts and hex nuts included in
the hardware pack.
Figure 3-9
6. To adjust the position of the seat, remove the wing knob on
the bottom of the seat. Slide the seat forward or backward
as desired. Reinstall the wing knob. Refer to Fig. 3-5.
Figure 3-6
Installing The Deck Chute
WARNING! NEVER operate this tractor without
either the mulch plug or deck chute installed.
1. Remove the wing knob installed on the mowing deck and
retain for later installation.
2. Install the deck chute assembly by inserting the two pegs
on the bottom of the deck chute into the lock-holes on the
mower deck. Slide the deck chute assembly rearward to
lock it into place.
3. Reinstall the wing knob and hand-tighten to secure. See t7.
Figure 3-7
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