13Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-Up
2. Install the mulch plug into the deck discharge opening on
the deck. The studs on the deck surface will fit through the
holes on the upper portion of the mulch plug. The small
tab on the deck lip area will fit through the square cutout
on the lower portion of the mulch plug. See Figure 3-10.
Figure 3-10
NOTE: Make certain that the upper-rear portion of mulch
plug is depressing the safety switch located on the deck
surface. The engine will not start without the mulch plug
properly in place.
3. Secure the mulch plug by tightening the wing knobs
removed earlier.
Install the Rear Engine Cover
1. Remove the two factory installed hex screws located on the
rear engine cover. Retain the screws for later instructions.
See Figure 3-11.
Figure 3-11
2. Install the rear engine cover by positioning it in place as
shown in Figure 3-11. Tip the engine cover forward to fit it
into the slots provided, then rotate it backwards to align
the mounting holes.
3. Secure the cover with the two hex screws previously
removed. Do not over-tighten.
Installing the Hitch Plate
1. Remove the factory installed hitch plate mounting
hardware located on the rear of the tractor. See Figure 3-12.
Figure 3-12
2. Position the hitch plate, packed with the loose parts, with
the flat side up as shown in Figure 3-12. Secure using the
two bolts and hex nuts previously removed.
Installing the Bumper
1. Remove the two screws as shown in Figure 3-13.
Figure 3-13
2. Position the bumper over the mounting holes and secure
using the hardware removed in Step 1, as shown in
Figure 3-13.
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