Simplicity 50” Mulch Kit User Manual

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Installation
Instructions
50” Mulch Kit
Mfg. No. 1694958
For Regent II / 500 / 2500 / LT-200 Series Lawn Tractors
Figure 1. Contents
Kit Contents:
Ref. Part No. Qty. Description
1 1716697 3 BLADES, Mower
2 1726578 1 PLATE, Mounting
3 1732349A 1 BAFFLE ASSEMBLY
4 2171600 1 STRAP, Rubber
5 1933988 8 NUT, Push, 5/16
6 1960096 1 WASHER
7 1960393 1 SCREW, Phillips, #10-24 x 1
8 1933896 1 NUT, Hex, Nylock, #10-24
9 1927557 10 NUT, Hex, Flange Lock, 5/16-18
10 1931332 10 CARRIAGE BOLT, 5/16-18 x 5/8
11 1716150A 1 BAFFLE & DEFLECTOR, LH
12 1726913A 1 BAFFLE & DEFLECTOR, RH
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INSTALLATION
1. Remove the mower deck. Refer to Operator’s
Manual (see Mower Deck Removal & Installation).
2. See Figure 2. Remove the blades. Use a block of
wood to prevent blade rotation while loosening the
capscrew by turning it counterclockwise.
Before beginning any service work turn off the
PTO, set the parking brake, turn off the ignition,
remove the key, and disconnect the spark plug
wire(s).
WARNING
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LOOSEN
Figure 2. Blade Removal
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Simplicity 50” Mulch Kit Specifications

General

Type	Mulch Kit
Size	50 inches
Color	Black
Compatibility	Simplicity lawn tractors and mowers
Material	Steel and plastic
Installation	Bolt-on

Summary

Safety Warning

General Safety Precautions

Turn off PTO, set parking brake, remove ignition key, and disconnect spark plug wire(s) before service.

Installation Steps

Remove Mower Deck

Remove the mower deck, referring to the Operator's Manual for procedure.

Remove Mower Blades

Remove existing mower blades using a block of wood to prevent rotation while loosening.

Install New Mower Blades

Reinstall new blades with lift wings pointing upwards, securing with washers and capscrew to specified torque.

Remove Old Baffle

Remove and discard the short blowout baffle, carriage bolts, and locknuts from the mower deck.

Install Baffles and Mounting Plate

Install RH and LH baffles using carriage bolts/push nuts, and attach mounting plate with carriage bolts and nuts.

Install Mulch Cover Assembly

Lift discharge deflector, insert mulch baffle assembly into mounting plate, and secure rubber strap.

Blade Compatibility Note

New mulching blades do not need changing for side discharge; bagging requires a different blade.

Notes Section